Atlas CloZit User manual

Shower/toilet chair

Postal address

Atlas Revalidatie Techniek

PO Box 106

5370 AC Ravenstein

The Netherlands

Visiting address

Korte Stukken 7

5371 MN Ravenstein

The Netherlands

Tel: +31 (0)486-45 33 44

Fax: +31 (0)486-45 35 15

www.atlas-rehab.nl

info@atlas-rehab.nl

May 2008

This user guide is intended for parents and/or supervisors of children who use the CloZit.

The CloZit bears the CE marking, which indicates that it meets European safety requirements.

The settings of the shower/toilet chair are adjusted by the dealer prior to delivery. After this, the

most important settings can be changed without difficulty to ensure that the child derives optimal

benefits from his/her CloZit by following the directions contained in this user guide.

The user guide contains a great many photographs that will facilitate finding the adjustment

facilities on the shower/toilet chair.

Your experiences with the CloZit are important for its continual improvement. If you have remarks

or suggestions for improvement of this product, please contact us via:

Postal address:

Atlas Revalidatie Techniek BV

Antwoordnummer 3509

5370 ZX Ravenstein

The Netherlands

Internet:

www.atlas-rehab.nl

[email protected]

Read this user guide carefully.

No part of this User Guide may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or published, in any

form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without

the prior written permission of Atlas Revalidatie Techniek BV.

THE CLOZIT........................................................................................................................................................... 3

SAFETY.................................................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1

AFETY INSTRUCTIONS

...................................................................................................................................... 4

2.2

MMEDIATE DANGER

.......................................................................................................................................... 4

INITIAL USE ........................................................................................................................................................... 5

3.1

IFTING THE CHILD INTO THE SHOWER

TOILET CHAIR

........................................................................................ 5

3.2

IFTING THE CHILD OUT OF THE SHOWER

TOILET CHAIR

.................................................................................... 5

OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................... 6

4.1

HE BRAKES

....................................................................................................................................................... 6

4.1.1

The tilting angle of the chair ....................................................................................................................... 6

4.1.2

The height of the push bar........................................................................................................................... 6

4.1.3

The height of the backrest ........................................................................................................................... 7

4.1.6

The height, depth and width of the armrests (optional) ..............................................................................7

4.1.7

The height of the head support (optional) ................................................................................................... 8

4.1.8

The belt to secure the child in position (optional)....................................................................................... 8

4.1.9

The height and depth of the footrest (optional) ........................................................................................... 8

4.1.10

The potty (optional)..................................................................................................................................... 9

MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................................... 10

REPAIRS................................................................................................................................................................ 10

WARRANTY.......................................................................................................................................................... 10

TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................................................................................. 11

APPENDIX:

USER QUESTIONNAIRE .............................................................................................................. 12

The CloZit is a shower/toilet chair that makes it possible to care for the child in the most

comfortable way possible. The ergonomic design of the seat, the adjustment facilities and the

many accessories provide the child with optimal support and safety.

The CloZit is available in 4 different sizes. Different seat and back sizes can be combined so that

the shower/toilet chair can be tailored to fit the individual user.

Standard features

The chair comes equipped with following standard features. The seat and the backrest are covered

with a soft material. This cover is washable and is furthermore water and dirt repellent.

The backrest’s height is adjustable and the seating angle is manually adjustable. The entire chair

(back and seat) can be titled to the front or the back using a gas spring or a manual setting.

The quality of the materials used ensures that the CloZit is maintenance-friendly and easy to clean

and consequently has a long lifespan. The materials are waterproof, which also makes the chair

suitable for use in showers.

Frame

The frame can be set to the desired height using the frame’s adjustment tubes. This makes it

possible to place the seat above a toilet or to set the chair at a better working height in a shower.

The swivel wheels are equipped with brakes and make it easy to move the CloZit. The frame

comes equipped with a push bar or push handles as a standard feature.

Figure 1:

Standard CloZit configuration.

a) Seat

b) Backrest

c) Push bar

d) Swivel wheels

e) Tool bag

It is imperative for the child’s supervisors and parents to adhere to the following safety instructions

in order to safeguard the safe use of the CloZit.

2.1 Safety instructions

a) First read this user guide and try out the shower/toilet chair before it is actually used;

b) Never leave your child alone in the shower/toilet chair and always supervise its use;

c) Ensure that all fastenings and parts used to secure the child in position are properly tightened;

d) Adjustments may only be made by the child’s parents or carers. Unless absolutely necessary,

this should not be done with the child still in the shower/toilet chair;

e) Do not allow other children to play with or ride on the shower/toilet chair;

f) Avoid adopting an uncomfortable position for long periods of time while you are attending to a

child seated in the CloZit;

g) Never use the maximum height, width or depth to ensure a sturdy connection;

h) Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 80 kg.

Safety instructions ‘b’ and ‘c’ are repeated on a warning sticker affixed to the shower/toilet chair

(see figure below). Make sure that this text remains legible at all times. If necessary ask for a new

copy of this sticker.

2.2 Immediate danger

Practice the following steps designed to rapidly retrieve your child from the CloZit in the event of

fire or other immediate danger, until you are able to carry them out quickly.

Acting quickly in the event of fire or other immediate danger:

a) Engage the brakes on at least two of the four wheels;

a) Hold the child firmly and loosen all parts used to secure the child in position (if applicable);

b) Lift the child out of the shower/toilet chair.

Ensure that all fastenings and parts used to secure

the child in position are properly tightened.

Never leave your child alone in the shower/toilet chair.

Always supervise its use.

Before putting the shower/toilet chair into use, inspect it for visible defects. In case of doubt consult

the supplier. Ask the supplier to instruct you, if you are not yet familiar with the use of this type of

shower/toilet chair.

Please read this user guide carefully prior to making use of the chair and verify that the use and

purpose of all components and accessories are clear to you (try everything out first, before placing

the child in the shower/toilet chair). Familiarise yourself with the safety instructions in chapter 2.

Arrangements can be made to receive personal instruction from your supplier. In case of problems,

contact the treating therapist or the supplier of the shower/toilet chair.

3.1 Lifting the child into the shower/toilet chair

To lift the child into the shower/toilet chair in a safe and responsible way it is important to carefully

adhere to the sequence of steps described below. Please refer to chapter 4, “Operation”, for the

shower/toilet chair’s operating instructions.

a) Engage the brakes on at least two of the four wheels;

b) Loosen all parts used to secure the child in position (if applicable);

c) Lift the child into the shower/toilet chair;

d) Securely tighten all parts used to secure the child in position (if applicable);

e) Never leave your child alone in the shower/toilet chair and always supervise its use.

3.2 Lifting the child out of the shower/toilet chair

To lift the child out of the shower/toilet chair in a safe and responsible way it is important to

carefully adhere to the sequence of steps described below. Please refer to chapter 4, “Operation”,

for the shower/toilet chair’s operating instructions.

b) Engage the brakes on at least two of the four wheels;

c) Hold the child firmly and loosen all parts used to secure the child in position (if applicable);

d) Lift the child out of the shower/toilet chair.

Attention:

Read chapter 4 “Operation”, before using the shower/toilet chair for

the first time.

The tools required to adjust the various components of the CloZit are located in the tool bag

attached to the bar at the back of the seat (see Figure 1).

4.1 The brakes

•The brakes on the shower/toilet chair can be engaged and released with the projecting lips

attached to each one of the four wheels.

•Engaging the brake:

Push the front lip down with the front part of the shoe until it stays down (see Figure 2A).

Releasing the brake:

Push the top lip to the front with the front part of the shoe (see Figure 2B).

4.1.1 The tilting angle of the chair

•The lever for adjusting the tilting angle is located at the back of the backrest (see Figure 3).

•Hold the CloZit steady with one hand and with the other hand move the lever up or down to set

the chair at the desired angle. Depending on the weight of the child, additional pressure may

be required to tilt the chair.

•It may also be required to adjust the chair’s tilting angle manually.

4.1.2 The height of the push bar

•The adjusting knobs for adjusting the height of the

push bar are located below the push bar (see

Figure 4).

•Loosen both adjusting knobs and position the push

bar at the desired height. Securely retighten the

knob and verify that the push bar is securely

fastened.

•This height adjustment feature makes it possible to

set the push bar at the ideal pushing height for

parents and/or carers.

Attention:

Always set the brakes on at least 2 of the wheels.

Figure 2A:

Engaging the brake

Figure 2B:

Releasing the brake

Attention:

Adopt a comfortable posture while loosening or tig

htening the adjusting crews. Once the

adjustments have been made, be sure to securely retighten the adjusting crews.

Unless absolutely necessary, adjustments should not be made with the child still in the

shower/toilet chair.

Figure 3:

Adjusting the tilting angle

of the chair.

Figure 4:

Adjusting the height of

the push bar.

4.1.3 The height of the backrest

•The 4 screws for adjusting the height of the backrest are located at each

side of the column at the back of the backrest (see Figure 5). Hexagonal

key number 6 is required to make the adjustment.

•Loosen the adjusting screws and position the backrest at the desired

height. Securely retighten the adjusting screws and verify that the

backrest is securely fastened.

•The height must be adjusted so that when the child is seated upright in

the chair, the top side of the backrest is level with the top of the child’s

shoulders.

4.1.6 The height, depth and width of the armrests (optional)

Height

•The screw for adjusting the height of the armrests is

located at the back of the backrest (see Figure 6).

Hexagonal key number 6 is required to make the

adjustment.

•Loosen the adjusting screw and position the armrest at

the desired height. Securely retighten the adjusting screw

and verify that the armrest is securely fastened.

•The armrests must be positioned so that the child is able

to rest his/her arms on the armrests while keeping the

shoulders relaxed.

Depth

•The adjusting knob for adjusting the depth of the armrest is

located at the back of the armrest (see Figure 7).

•Loosen the adjusting knob, position the armrest at the desired

depth and securely retighten the adjusting knob. Position the

armrest on the other side at the same depth and securely

retighten this knob as well. Verify that the armrests have been

securely tightened.

•The armrests must be positioned so that the child is able to rest

his/her full forearms on the armrests.

Width

•The adjusting knob for adjusting the width of the armrest

is located at the back of the backrest (see Figure 8).

•Loosen the adjusting knob, position the armrest at the

desired width and securely retighten the adjusting knob.

Position the armrest on the other side to the same width

and securely retighten this knob as well. Verify that the

armrests have been securely tightened.

•The armrests must be positioned so that the child is able

to rest his/her arms on the armrests straight below the

shoulders.

Figure 7:

Adjusting the depth of the armrests.

Figure 5:

Adjusting the height of the

backrest.

Figure 6:

Adjusting the height of the armrests.

Figure 8:

Adjusting the width of the armrests.

4.1.7 The height of the head support (optional)

•The 2 screws for adjusting the height of the head support are located at

the back of the backrest (see Figure 9). Hexagonal key number 6 is

required to make the adjustment.

•Loosen the adjusting screws and position the head support at the

desired height. Securely retighten the adjusting screws and verify that

the head support is securely fastened.

•The head support must be able to provide support when the head is

positioned straight above the trunk.

4.1.8 The belt to secure the child in position (optional)

•The belt to secure the child in position is fastened to the chair

at the back of the seat. The belt can be adjusted near the

sliding rings.

•The quick release mechanism at the front of the belt is used to

lift the child into or out of the chair (see Figure 10).

•The belt keeps the child positioned at the back of the chair

and ensures that he/she cannot slide out of the chair. The belt

must be firmly secured, but must not pinch the child.

4.1.9 The height and depth of the footrest (optional)

Height

•The 2 adjusting knobs for adjusting the height of the

footrest are located on each side of the footrest (see

Figure 11).

•Hold on to the footrest with one hand and loosen the

adjusting knobs for adjusting the height with the

other hand. Position the footrest at the desired height

and retighten the knobs securely. Make sure that the

left and right sides of the footrest are positioned at

the same height. Verify that the footrest has been

securely tightened.

•The height of the footrest must be adjusted so that

the child is seated with the knees bent at a 90°

angle.

Depth

•The adjusting screws for adjusting the depth of the

footrest are located below the footrest (see Figure

12). Hexagonal key number 6 is required to make

the adjustment.

•Loosen the adjusting screws on both sides and place

the footrest in the desired position. Retighten the

adjusting screws securely. Make sure that the depth

of the footrest is the same on the left and the right

side. Verify that the footrest has been securely

tightened.

•The depth of the footrest must be adjusted so that

the child is seated with the knees at a 90°angle and

so that the footrest provides support for the child’s

Figure 9:

Adjusting the height of the

head support.

Figure 10:

Attaching the belt.

Figure 12:

Adjusting the depth of the footrest.

Figure 11:

Adjusting the height of the footrest.

entire foot.

4.1.10 The potty (optional)

•The potty is located below the seat.

•The potty can be removed and reinserted using its

handle (see Figure 13).

•Remove the potty carefully after use.

Figure 13:

Removing the potty.

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