Summary of Neptune
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1 neptune instruction manual.
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2 this instruction manual contains very important information about the neptune seating system, how to use it safely and obtain the best results from it. Please read all the information contained in this manual before using the chair and retain for future reference. Ensure everyone using the equipme...
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3 measurements & useful info ! Neptune (mm) size 1 size 2 measurements min max min max seat depth 200 325 325 450 seat to top back 325 450 425 575 width at hips 165 325 265 425 width at chest 150 270 225 345 seat to footplate 130 290 260 420 weight of seating unit 10kg 13kg important note - base fra...
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4 seating system components a. Lateral supports b. Hip pads c. Footrest d. Castors (compact base) e. Compact base f. Tray fixing holes g. Sacral pad h. Armrest operation of lock levers effective operation of lock levers (where fitted) a b never remove these levers entirely as this will prevent you f...
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5 where to find the serial number label serial number located at the rear of the seat beneath the seat cushion. (you will need to pull the seat cushion up releasing it from the poppers at either side) poppers using the index plungers (locking variety only) • to place the plungers in an open position...
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6 • ensure all adjustment mechanisms are secure and in place before operation. If it is likely that the hand-wheels will be repeatedly loosened, jcm can supply allen key bolts as an alternative. We strongly recommend this if there is a danger from those in the vicinity of the user. • after completin...
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7 important safety advice - (accessories) important - neptune lap strap fixing ! ! Multi adjustable head support wings on the head support are ideally set at 45 degrees. Do not bring the wings in tight to the head. Ensure that the head support is set in such a way that the child cannot loop their he...
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8 if there is any possible chance of the child getting the straps caught around their neck, remove the harness immediately. ! Important - chest harness adjustment great care should be taken when fitting a chest harness and the following points should always be followed: • the straps on the harness s...
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9 important - lap strap safety lap strap fitting the angle that the hip belt is attached to the seating system has a direct effect on the angle of pull on the pelvis. Considerations: • a 60° angle of attachment to the seat rail positions the hip belt anterior and inferior to the asis, which reduces ...
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10 • hinge open the levers (a) on both sides of the chair and angle the back to the desired position by pulling up or pushing down bar (b). • (the back will click into position as you change the angle.) • when the desired back angle has been reached, hinge closed the levers to secure the back in pla...
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11 • loosen the two hand wheels (a) on the plastic back panel by half a turn * . • slide the plastic panel up or down to the desired height. • tighten the two hand wheels securely to fix the back in place. * may be replaced with screws requiring a 4mm allen key (supplied). Pad height • pull the cush...
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12 adjusting arm height (a) highlights the button which is used to adjust the height of the arms and therefore in turn the height of the tray. • keeping button (a) depressed, heighten or lower the arm accordingly. Release the button to lock the arm in place. Arm rest positioning always ensure that t...
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13 headrest adjustment always check that the headrest is secure and the wings are not tight around the head. The headrest wings are ideally set at 45 degrees to the back. ! Adjusting the wing angle adjustment point (a) allows you to move the wing position to offer more side support to the head. • un...
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14 pommel adjustment a height note: the height adjustment is used for removing the pommel or adjusting accordingly to the height of the chair cushion. • pull and hold out plunger (a) whilst moving the pommel up or down to achieve the desired height. • release plunger (a) relocating it into one of th...
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15 legrest detachment / attachment • pull and lock open plunger a1 (by rotating 90°) which is on the right hand side of the seat as you are looking at the chair. • pull and hold open the plunger a2 which is (on the left side of the seat as you are looking at the chair) to enable you to disengage the...
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16 castors •lift base and check each wheel to ensure it is not damaged, loose or worn. Brakes •removing any grease or dirt that has built up on the wheels, check that the brakes stop the wheels rotating. •check they are securely fixed in place & that there are no signs of damage or wear & tear. Push...
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17 servicing via approved repairer what should be completed during a service? A service is a comprehensive combination of inspection, maintenance and repair or replacement of worn, faulty or missing components. The growth and any changes of the occupants needs since the original assessment is taken ...
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18 warranty the majority of products manufactured by jcm are covered with a manufacturers 3 year warranty. What it covers the warranty covers all aspects of product failure due to faulty workmanship or manufacturing. Period of cover the period of the warranty runs for 3 years from the date that the ...
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19 most jcm seating solutions ltd. Products are individually assessed for a client prior to issue. They are handed over in a controlled way to ensure optimum fit and specification, checks are completed and any additional individual verbal instructions given. We therefore recommend the following poin...
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Jcm ® q.A.87 (feb 2011) 15 -18 maxwell road, woodston industrial estate, peterborough, cambridgeshire pe2 7hu tel: 01733 405830 fax: 01733 405838 email: enquiries@jcmseating.Co.Uk © 2011 jcm seating all rights reserved. Www.Jcmseating.Co.Uk.