Posey Slim Supports User Manual
Posey, Slim supports, Wheelchair application instructions
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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Slim SupportS
Customizes a standard wheelchair or geri-chair for petite
patients/residents. The Slim Supports fit snugly inside the
seating area to provide bilateral torso support. Made of 3/8” (1
cm) plywood covered with padded foam and wipe-clean vinyl.
Adjustable straps for attachment. One pair per package. Meets California
#117 Flame Retardancy Standards
REF
6322 Wheelchair 16”D x 5”H (front) - 12”H (rear) (41 cm x 13 cm - 31 cm)
REF
6323 Geri-chair 23”D x 7”H (front) -12”H (rear) (58 cm x 18 cm - 31 cm)
Quality Products since 1937
Wheelchair application inStructionS:
1. Slim Supports are provided in pairs (right and left) and should be
placed between the wheelchair side panel and the patient. Place the
zippered edge facing down and the hard side of the support toward
the side panel.
2. To secure the Slim Support, work the bottom front strap between
the side panel and the seat rail until it clears the bottom of the arm.
Pull the lower strap tightly, then connect it to the top strap on the
outside of the side panel. To secure the straps, loop the bottom strap
through the rings on the top strap (fig. 1) and pull tightly.
3. Wrap the rear strap around the rear post and secure it using the
hook and loop closure.
4. Repeat the process for the opposite Slim Support.
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Slim Supports
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SEATING & POSITIONING
Slim Supports (6322)
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Fig. 1
REAR
STRAP
Geri-chair application inStructionS:
1. Slim Supports are provided in pairs (right and left) and should be
placed between the side panel and the patient.
2. In fig. 2, Slim Supports are shown in the horizontal position. This is
more appropriate for shorter patients.
3. In fig. 3, Slim Supports are shown in the vertical position. This is
more appropriate for taller patients.
Slim Supports (6323)
for geri-chair
Fig. 2
cleaninG inStructionS (all):
Fig. 3
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 parts;
torn, cut or frayed material; or zippers or buckles that do not hold
securely. DO NOT use soiled or damaged products.
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.
• 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.
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