Sunrise Medical Jay Easy Manuel De L'utilisateur Et Garantie page 2

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CAUTION– Installing a cushion on a wheelchair may affect the center of gravity of the wheelchair
and may cause the wheelchair to tip backwards, potentially resulting in injury. Always
assess for the potential need for antitippers or amputee axle adapter brackets to be
added to the wheelchair to help increase stability.
All Jay fluid cushions are designed to help reduce the incidence of pressure sores.
However, no cushion can completely eliminate sitting pressure or prevent pressure
sores. Jay fluid cushions are not a substitute for good skin care including; proper diet,
cleanliness, and regular pressure reliefs. In addition, prior to prolonged sitting, any
cushion should be tried for a few hours at a time while a clinician inspects your skin
to ensure that red pressure spots are not developing.You should regularly check for
skin redness.The clinical indicator for tissue break down is skin redness. If your skin
develops redness, discontinue the use of the cushion immediately and see your doctor
or therapist.
Fluid may separate over time, resulting in thin, watery spots and thick, less flowing
spots. If this or any inconsistency in the cushion occurs, knead it back to its original
consistency.
Do not leave the cushion outside overnight at temperatures below 40° F (5° C). Allow
the cushion to warm to room temperature before using. Sitting on extremely cold or
hot surfaces can cause skin damage.
Avoid sharp objects or exposure to excessive heat or open flame.
FITTING A PRESSURE DISTRIBUTING CUSHION
Select a cushion to match your hip width when in the seated position.The cushion
length should extend to within 1" - 2" (2.5cm - 5cm) from the back of the knees.
Place the cushion to the back of the wheelchair with the material identification tags
and fluid pad toward the rear. When fit correctly, your hips should be to the back of
the chair. Your ischials (seat bones) should be centered on the Jay Flow™ Fluid pad in
the seat well of the cushion. Proper footrest adjustment may enhance sitting comfort
and help lower peak sitting pressures .Adjust the footrests so your legs rest firmly but
comfortably on the cushion.
NOTE– Do not use the wheelchair's seat width as a guide in determining the appropriate cushion
width. Improper cushion fit may be detrimental to the performance of a pressure distributing
cushion and its support of the body.
Avoid using the cushion on overly stretched seat upholstery. Stretched upholstery does
not provide adequate support for the cushion and improper positioning may result.
Replace stretched upholstery or purchase the Jay Adjustable Solid seat.
Avoid using overly stretched back rest upholstery. Stretched back upholstery does not
provide adequate support for the body and improper positioning may result. Replace
stretched back rest upholstery or purchase a back support product from Sunrise that is
appropriate for you. Contact a authorized supplier for a free demonstration of these
products.
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EASY MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Monthly cleaning and regular maintenance may help extend the life of your cushion.
During cleaning, component inspection is recommended.
Check the cover for tears and excessive wear and inspect the fluid pad for punctures or
any other abnormalities.
Check the foam base to ensure foam consistency. While checking the fluid pad if you
ever feel the fluid is firmer in one area, simply knead the fluid back to its original
consistency and/or call your local authorized supplier.
To clean cover
1. Remove the cover from the foam base and turn inside out.
2. Next turn inside out the inner pocket that contains the fluid pad.
3. Remove the fluid pad from the inner pocket by pulling on it, disengaging the
4. Turn the inner pocket right side out and zip the cover halfway closed. (The cover
5. Machine wash in warm water and drip or tumble dry on low heat.
No ironing required.
NOTE– Do not dry clean covers or use industrial washers and dryers to clean cover. Do not steam
To refit cover after washing, reinstall the fluid pad in its inner pocket, being sure to
properly align the Velcro® strips. Then fit cover back over foam base. Ensure the back
of the cover matches up to the back of the foam base.
NOTE– If utilized in an institutional setting, write the resident's name with a permanent marker on
Use only Jay-designed covers on Jay fluid cushions.
To clean foam base
Remove the cover and fluid pad from the foam base. Wipe lightly with a damp cloth.
Do not use soap. Do not submerge in water. Wipe off with a clean cloth. Let it com-
pletely air-dry before reassembly.
NOTE– Avoid submersion of the foam base in water.
Reinstall the cover with the fluid pad cover back over foam base. Ensure the back of
the cover matches up to the back of the foam base.
To clean fluid pad
Remove the cover from the foam base. Remove fluid pad from its inner pocket and
wipe with warm water and soap. Rinse with a clean, damp cloth. Then wipe dry with a
clean cloth.
Never submerge the fluid pad in any liquid.
Velcro® material.
is zipped halfway closed to keep the Velcro® material from snagging on any
other items in the wash.)
autoclave. Do not bleach.
the content label of the covers. This will help to ensure the return of the covers after wash-
ing.
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