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Posey Wedge Foam Pommel Cushions User Manual

Posey, Wedge foam pommel cushions, Indication

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Seating and PoSitioning

Quality Products since 1937

M6004 052209

Cleaning instruCtions:

Warranty:

All Posey Wedge Foam Cushions are warranted to perform as

indicated. The Posey Company will, at their option, repair or

replace, except for vandalism or other abuse, any cushion for a

period of one (1) year from date of purchase.

indiCation:

Posey Wedge Foam Pommel Cushions are designed to help keep

hips and knees in alignment, and help reduce patient forward

sliding. Can be used to help prevent hip dislocation following

surgery, while allowing patients to exercise their knees and lower legs.

ProduCt features:
• Lightweight foam inner construction.
• Wipe clean vinyl cover.
• Built-in pommel helps assist hip and knee alignment.
• Zippered outer cover can be quickly removed for cleaning.
• Non-skid bottom to help prevent sliding on smooth seating

surfaces.

• Convex bottom models can be used in “sling wheelchairs” without

the need for an additional foundation.

• Meets CA #117 flame retardancy standards.

Dense Urethane

Foam Inner Post

Resilient

Urethane Foam

Vinyl Cover

Cat. # Bottom

dimensions

Weight

W x L x h

6820F

Flat

18” x 16” x 3

1/

2

” – 1

1/

2

2 lbs. / 0.9 kgs.

46 cm x 41 cm x 9 cm-4 cm

6820C

Convex

18” x 16” x 3

1/

2

” – 1

1/

2

2 lbs. / 0.9 kgs.

46 cm x 41 cm x 9 cm-4 cm

6830C

Convex

20” x 16” x 3

1/

2

” – 1

1/

2

2.5 lbs. / 1.1 kgs

51 cm x 41 cm x 9 cm-4 cm

6830F

Flat

20” x 16” x 3

1/

2

” – 1

1/

2

2.5 lbs. / 1.1 kgs.

51 cm x 41 cm x 9 cm-4 cm

Pommel measures 4”W x 5”D x 4”H (10 cm x 13 cm x 10 cm)

Monitoring

Always follow your facility’s policies and procedures for

patient assessment, monitoring and rehabilitation.

insPeCtion

Inspect before each use: check for broken stitches; or torn,

cut or frayed material. DO NOT use soiled or damaged products.

aPPliCation instruCtions

• Wipe Clean with mild detergent. OSHA approved

intermediate level disinfectants can be used per

manufacturer instructions. DO NOT use phenol and

benzyl based disinfectants.

• After cleaning, products MUST be rinsed with water to remove

any residual chemicals.

• Make sure products are completely dry before use.

disPosal

Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy

for BIOHAZARDOUS materials.

storage and Handling

This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments.

This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures

at normal humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high

humidity that may damage product materials.

1. Make sure the cushion dimensions match those of the wheelchair.
2. Place cushion on the wheelchair seating surface.
3. Align the front edge of the cushion with the front edge of the

wheelchair seat.

Illustration of model 6820C

Posey Company • 5635 Peck Road, Arcadia, CA 91006-0020 USA

Phone: 1.800.447.6739 • Fax: 1.800.767.3933 • Web: www.posey.com

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