Summary of Triton
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1 triton instruction manual.
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2 contents introduction ......................................................................................................................... 3 where to find the serial no & size labels .......................................................................... 3 measurements & useful info .........
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3 the triton is designed to provide comfort and postural support. The system is available in five sizes to accommodate children from as young as 6 months through to adult. This instruction manual contains very important information about the triton seating system, how to use it safely and obtain the...
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4 measurements & useful info measurements (mm) triton 0 triton 1 triton 2 triton 3 notes min max min max min max min max a seat depth 150 300 200 350 300 450 400 550 b seat width (between hips) 125 225 (290) 150 250 (315) 230 330 (395) 310 410 (475) (mm) - when hip pads removed c seat to top of shou...
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5 seating system components a c d e b a headrest b shoulder protraction pads c lateral supports d hip pads e sacral pad f armrest g legrest g f.
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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) ! 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 head around the wings and get stuck. Flex...
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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 useful info - adjustment points & lever use lap belt front fixing buckle seat depth adjustment bolts footplate width adjustment adjustments points underneath seat effective operation of lock levers (where fitted) a b never remove these levers entirely as this will prevent you from being able to p...
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11 using the index plungers (locking variety only) • to place the plungers in an open position - pull out the plungers to maximum tension and turn them through a half turn anti-clockwise (b). This places them in an open position (c). Locked turn open a c b • to close - turn the plungers a half turn ...
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12 please note that the handle fitted is dependent on the size of the chair. You therefore need to ensure the size label on the handle matches the size of the chair being used. ! • position the seating unit above the interface plate, lining up the locating lugs (b) with the cut outs (a) on the inter...
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13 • release index plunger (c) which is underneath the interface plate and slide seat forward to remove it from the base. Removal of seating unit manual seat height adjustment (multi height & tilt base) the multi height and tilt base caters for all sizes of triton. It is controlled by a hydraulic pu...
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14 b a tilt in space (multi height & tilt base) • release the locking mechanism on the handle by squeezing the small latch (a) up on the handle. • to recline: use one hand to squeeze handle (b) and push down the chair handle, at the same time use the other hand positioned on the chair arm or side to...
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15 5 star base adjustments to raise the chair • located at the back of the chair beneath the base locate the handle (a) and continuously push down to raise the height. • the seat height will raise with additional assistance required, dependent upon the weight of the user. • release the handle when t...
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16 a b • at the lower back of the chair squeeze together levers (a), this releases them from their holding position in holes (b). • whilst holding the levers together, hold the chair by the top of the back and guide the angle of the back into the required position. • relocate the levers into the rel...
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17 once you have adjusted the seat length, always ensure these points are firmly fixed and are checked as part of maintenance of the chair. When mounting the seating system to a base for the first time, or when an adjustment has been made to the size of the system, a stability assessment should be c...
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18 pad height • pull the cushioned pad away from the framework • loosen the allen key bolts (a) on both sides of the sacral pad (2 altogether). • move the pad up or down within the adjustment slot. • once in place tighten the bolts to secure. A b a c b pad angle & depth • loosen locking bolt b by on...
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19 hip pad adjustment hip pad width • loosen locking bolt a by one full turn using the 4mm allen key provided • the hip pad can now be freely moved along the width adjustment rail b. • set the desired position and then re-lock the fixing screw to secure the pad in place. Hip pad angle (where fitted)...
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20 a b inner thigh pad fitting & adjustment • to fit the inner thigh pads, screws a complete with washers b should be inserted through the carrier plate and into the dedicated holes on the underside of the seating unit. • tighten each screw using the 4mm allen key provided. • once held on (but not f...
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21 a b outer thigh pad fitting & adjustment • to fit the outer thigh pads, screws a complete with washers b should be inserted through metal adductor bracket into the dedicated holes on the plastic carrier plate. • tighten each screw using the 4mm allen key provided. • once held on (but not fully lo...
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22 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 this adjustment point allows you to move the wing position to offer more side support to the head. Thi...
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23 height & width of supports • loosen both bolts (a) using the allen key provided. • slide the pads up or down along the slot in the seat back (b) to adjust the height. • slide the pads horizontally to adjust the width. • re tighten the allen key bolts to secure. Flip away action (where fitted) • p...
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24 adjusting arm height • (a) highlights the plunger which is used to adjust the height of the arms and therefore in turn the height of the tray. • pull plunger (a) outwards away from the arm, and while holding the lever open slide the arm up or down, selecting one of the holes which come into view ...
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25 note: when fitted with split leg stems/footplates, it is possible to set the angle for both left and right stems independently. To do this follow the instructions below for each leg stem. Legrest adjustment & removal– split option angle adjustment • pull and hold out plunger a with one hand befor...
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26 c foot positioning adjustment d a b c e fooplate angle adjustment • to set the angle of the footplate you should loosen the securing handwheel a by rotating a couple of turns in an anti-clockwise motion. • once released the footplate can be positioned by pressing down on the handwheel whilst simu...
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27 footplate angle – as an alternative you can position the footplate without pressing down the handwheel, though this has potential to shorten the life of the locking mechanism and is therefore not recommended. Plunger c should pull out freely, if resistance is felt ensure no weight is being put th...
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28 setting the strength of resistance & power of return for maximum performance and comfort, it is necessary to adjust the strength of resistance and power of return of the dynamic mechanism. The resistance is adjusted by varying the air pressure and should be determined by the user’s weight, seatin...
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29 setting the power of return the power of return controls the rate at which the shock system decompresses or rebounds. The amount of return strength needed depends on the user’s weight, the spring rate which is set by the air pressure, the amount of use, the sitting style and personal preferences....
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30 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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31 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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32 date service performed organisation print name & sign service record log seating system serial number ___________________ date delivered ______/______/______ battery use by date ______/______/______ this log is an important record of usage and care of the product. It is a primary tool in predicti...
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33 warranty important jcm seating solutions ltd. Will not be held responsible for any damage or injury caused by incorrect use of this product. For any information or guidance on the use of this product please call our office who will put you through to your local representative or send you any addi...
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34 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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35 inflated as appropriate. • accessories check all accessories carefully for damage and potential shortcomings which may pose a risk to the user. • function ensure that all the functions of the chair are working correctly e.G. Tilt in space, height adjustment, back recline, folding etc. • fixings c...
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