SPEX LATERAL TRUNK SUPPORT USER MANUAL
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Safety Instructions
To avoid injury, read, understand and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual before installing
and using the Spex Lateral Trunk Support. There are hazards associated with the use of wheelchairs and
adaptive equipment. If you misuse your wheelchair or your Lateral Trunk Support you can be seriously
injured. If your Lateral Trunk Support ceases to function as intended, please consult your authorized Spex
seating supplier immediately before continuing to use. Any serious incident that has occurred in relation
to this product should be reported to Spex Ltd.
The foam and fabric meets the ammability requirements of California Technical Bulletin 117. In rare cases
the fabrics used in this product may cause a skin irritation for people with sensitive skin. If you experience
any reddening or itching of the skin consult with your health care professional.
Disclaimer: Spex takes no responsibility as to the therapeutic eectiveness of our products. Our
claims relate to the ability of the products to provide safe and reliable positioning and seating on the
equipment onto which they are installed.
1. Lateral brackets shipped out disassembled and with brackets attached loosely. It is the install-
er’s responsibility to ensure all hardware is installed correctly and tightened before using the
wheelchair.
2. Installation and adjustment of your Laterals should be performed only by an authorized dealer
or qualied therapist.
3. Laterals must not be modied or changed as this voids warranty.
4. Only use genuine Spex accessories, components and hardware.
5. Never lift the wheelchair by the Laterals.
6. Never use the Laterals if any hardware is missing, malfunctioning, or broken. Seek qualied as-
sistance with any repairs, replacements or adjustments.
7. A poorly tted Lateral can aggravate posture problems and the overall safety of the user.
8. The user must not put excessive force against the Lateral.
9. When swinging away the Lateral, ensure the user is supported by a caregiver prior to avoid the
user falling from the wheelchair.
10. Be aware of the pinch points of the swing-away pivot points. Ensure all body parts are kept
clear during these movements and adjustments.
11. The Lateral locking mechanism must be correctly locking at all times. If it stops locking do not
use the equipment.
12. Spex Lateral Supports must be used in conjunction with a stabilized pelvis with hip belt tted.
13. If the user has signicant or forceful leaning to one side, a complete postural evaluation must
be undertaken to ascertain the correct wheelchair seating set-up prior to installing Lateral Sup-
ports.
14. Do not use Spex Lateral Supports or mechanisms for purposes that they are not designed for.
15. Care must be taken when undertaking a user transfer from the seating system. The user may
fall from the wheelchair or injure themselves when supports are removed.
16. Never use the Lateral Support without its cover. Care should be exercised near open ame or
burning cigarettes. Using the Lateral Support without its cover increases the risk of ammabil-
ity and skin damage.
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