Sunrise Medical J3 CUSHION Instructions Pour L'utilisation page 5

E N G L I S H
WHAT IS BOTTOMING OUT?
Bottoming out may occur on a J3 Cushion if you displace the fluid
underneath your pelvic bones or buttocks, which would leave you
sitting on the foam base. It sometimes occurs on very thin individu-
als, people using recliner wheelchairs, people who have lost weight
or have other changes in body size or shape, people who slouch
when sitting, or a person using a P .L.A size inappropriately sized for
their pelvis.
When bottoming out occurs, increased pressure is placed
onto the ischials and coccyx increasing the risk for skin
breakdown. Immediately discontinue use of the pad. See
your healthcare professional.
HOW TO CHECK FOR BOTTOMING OUT
To check for bottoming out, sit on the cushion, with the cover on
and the zipper opened, for at least two minutes. Transfer up and
off the cushion (or have someone help you transfer), trying not to
disturb the fluid underneath you. Fold the back portion of the
cover forward over the front, exposing the fluid pad. Push down in
the depressions on the pad where your ischials (seat bones) and
coccyx (tailbone) were. You should have to push through at lest
1/2" (1.3 cm) of fluid before you feel the firm cushion base below.
JAY J3 CUSHION WARRANTY
Each Jay fluid cushion is carefully inspected and tested to provide
peak performance. Every Jay fluid cushion is guaranteed to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 24
months from the date of purchase, provided normal use. Should a
defect in materials or workmanship occur within 24 months from
the original date of purchase, Sunrise Medical will, at its option,
repair or replace it without charge.This warranty does not apply to
punctures, tears or burns, nor to the cushion's removable cover.
The removable cover is guaranteed to be free from defects in mate-
rials and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the date
of purchase, provided normal use. Should a defect in materials or
workmanship occur within six (6) months from the original date of
purchase, Sunrise Medical will, at its option, repair or replace it
without charge.
Claims and repairs should be processed through the nearest
authorized supplier. Except for express warranties made herein, all
other warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability
and warranties of fitness for a particular purpose are excluded.
There are not warranties which extend beyond the description on
the face hereof. Remedies for breach of express warranties herein
are limited to repair or replacement of the goods. In no event shall
damages for breach of any warranty include any consequential
damages or exceed the cost of non-conforming goods sold.
WARNING
1/2" (1.3 cm) is approximately this deep.
If the cushion is properly positioned, the footrests are properly
adjusted, and there is not at least the minimum 1/2" (1.3 cm) of
fluid, the cushion is bottoming out and should not be used. If you
are bottoming out, discontinue use of the cushion and see your cli-
nician. Usually bottoming out is easily solved by ordering additional
fluid in the form of an Overfill on the Factory Filled model. On the
Field Variable version, you can use the Fluid Supplement pads to
add additional fluid. Call your local authorized supplier to see if this
is appropriate for you.
WHEN TO CHECK
Check your cushion and
fluid pad every month
when you clean it.
ADDENDUM TO WARRANTY USE AND
CARE GUIDE
Consult your healthcare professional for proper fitting and use, and
read the following statements carefully:
• The fluid in this cushion may lose volume over time.
• Volume loss in this cushion may result in bottoming out the
cushion.
• Monthly, during routine cleaning and inspection, check this
cushion for bottoming out (see instructions under "checking
for bottoming out" in the warranty use and care guide) and
any fluid inconsistencies, If the fluid is firmer in one area sim-
ply knead it back to its original consistency.
• If bottoming out occurs discontinue use of this cushion and
contact your healthcare professional. If further assistance is
necessary, contact your Sunrise Medical Customer Service at
1-800-333-4000.
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