Simple solutions for everyday independence
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Sit-u-Up
The Sit-u-Up:
• Provides adjustable back support for people
who require to sleep in a more upright position.
NOTE: Do not use the Sit-u-Up when for medical
reasons it is critical that an upright sleeping
position is maintained (See ‘WARNINGS’).
• Provides assistance for those with limited
upper body strength wishing to lift themselves
to a reclined or sitting position.
• Can be used simply as a means of providing
additional comfort.
The Sit-u-Up has been designed to be placed on
a bed without the use of securing straps. Power
is provided by the Mangar International Airo
compressor. PLEASE READ the separate Airo
Compressor instructions before tting and using
your Sit-u-Up.
Standard Contents
1 x Sit-u-Up. 1 x Spreader Bar
1 x Headrest 1 x User Instructions.
1 x Overlay (inc. foam, quilt and cover)
Fitting
• Insert the spreader bar (A g.1).
• Slide the headrest (B g.1) as far down
the backrest as it will go, ensuring that the
bottom edge of the headrest is a minimum
of 7cm down from the top of the backrest
(detail g. 1) and an equal distance from the
tab on each side as indicated (Fig. 2).
• Place the Sit-u-Up on the bed with the spreader
bar positioned against the headboard. Lead the
air hose (C g.3), to the side of the bed where
the Airo compressor is to be placed and fold
the strut (D g.3) towards the headboard.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Ensure that the Airo
compressor, air hose and hand control lead are
kept tidy.
B
A
D
C
WARNINGS
• Ensure that you have read and fully understand
these and the separate Airo user instructions
before using the equipment.
• Where a medical condition dictates that an
upright sleeping position is critical, the Sit-u-Up
must not be used as an air leak in the system
would cause the backrest to loose height over
the course of a night.
• Ensure that when in use, the Airo, the hand
control lead and air hose are laid out in such
a way as to avoid any risk of tripping or
strangulation.
• Do Not use any other air supply to inate the
Sit-u-Up.
• The Sit-u-Up should only be used for it’s stated
purpose and should not be modied in any
way.
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