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RMS Gill 4 Seating System EDTION TWO 2012 User Manual

Summary of Gill 4 Seating System EDTION TWO 2012

  • Page 1

    The new seating system the perf ect part nershi p the perf ect part nershi p the perf ect part nershi p user manual edtion two 2012 4 discovery edition.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction the gill 4 seating system is the result of experienced, thoughtful design and rigorous testing over 16 months of field trials, in-house testing and frontal impact testing. The gill 4 seating system was successfully tested to iso 16840- 4 at the transport research laboratory in march 201...

  • Page 3: Gill 4 Seat Plan

    Both fixed and dynamic seat units are supplied as standard, with the following features:-  quick-release interface.  depth-adjustable anti-thrust seat cushion.  width adjustable full-length fixed pelvic supports.  width adjustable swing-away thoracic supports.  adjustable sacral support.  rms ...

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines

    4 safety guidelines due to the various activities that a wheelchair user has to perform, rms ltd recommends that, prior to issuing the gill 4 seating system and the wheelchair into which it is to be interfaced, this manual, together with any wheelchair manufacturer’ user guide, should be studied by ...

  • Page 5: Initial Installation

    Initial installation the information contained in this user manual, relates to the gill 4 seating system being interfaced with an appropriate sized otto bock discovery wheelbase, fitted with an m30 parallel adapter frame. Important notes:  the gill 4 seating system and discovery wheelbase, when sup...

  • Page 6

    Inserting the gill 4 into the discovery wheelbase  with the interface adapter securely fitted and both wheelbase parking brakes applied, recline the wheelbase backrest/push handles rearwards to allow better manoeuvrability during installation of the seat unit.  position the gill 4 seat unit on the...

  • Page 7

    Adjusting the gill 4 seating system all gill 4 seating systems, will be supplied by rms ltd, to the specifications detailed on the initial prescription. However, further initial adjustments may be necessary at the time of delivery, to suit individual requirements. Periodic adjustments may also be ne...

  • Page 8: Sacral Support Panel

    Sacral support panel tool required: 4mm hexagon key. The sacral support panel is adjustable forwards of the backrest panel for up to 25mm. Access to the mounting screws is from each side of the backrest support brackets fig.11, with the slotted sacral support panel mountings located on the inner fac...

  • Page 9: Lateral (Thoracic) Supports

    Lateral (thoracic) supports tool required: 4mm hexagon key. The gill 4 seating system is supplied with “swing away” thoracic supports as standard fig.14. These have a positive locking mechanism in the forward pointing position. Depressing the green button on the mounting brackets, will release the l...

  • Page 10: The Headrest

    The headrest the gill 4 seating system, is fitted as standard, with an rms type d headrest, incorporating a ball —mounted, angle adjustable stem with height pre-set collar and a two screw fixing backrest mount. Tools required: 3, 4 and 5mm hexagon keys. 13mm spanner. Correct positioning of the headr...

  • Page 11: Footrests (Optional)

    Gill 4 fixed backrest units only. Fixed back gill 4 seat units, will be supplied with the backrest pre-set to the angle requested on the initial prescription (90°, 95° or 100°). This angle should only be changed by a suitably qualified person, following the instructions enclosed with the alternative...

  • Page 12: Anklesures (Optional)

    Anklesures (optional) tools required: 4mm hexagon key and 8mm spanner. Rms anklesures, are devices intended for use to control unwanted foot movements and are easily fitted to the multi-positional footrests recommended for use with the gill 4 seating systems. Anklesures are available in five sizes a...

  • Page 13

    Depth adjustable anti-thrust cushion no tools are required for this adjustment. The gill 4 anti-thrust seat cushion has been specially designed to offer an adjustable depth of anti-thrust shelf. Adjustment of 50mm is available with the size one gill 4, with 75mm available for the sizes two and three...

  • Page 14

    Leg abductor (pommel) (optional) installation tools required: 4mm hexagon key the gill 4 pommel fig.23, is intended to assist with user positioning, by offering adjustable, multi-directional pads, mounted on a height adjustable vertical stem and depth adjustable horizontal stem. The pommel assembly ...

  • Page 15

    Leg abductor (pommel) pad adjustment tools required: 3mm and 5mm hexagon keys and 13mm spanner. To ensure correct comfort and to achieve its intended purpose, it is recommended that this device be adjusted by a suitably qualified person. Initially it will be necessary to remove the cover, fig.23, fr...

  • Page 16: Upholstery

    Upholstery unless otherwise requested, your gill 4 seating system will be finished in two- tone upholstery. The main base colour material, will be of black 100% polyester, 3mm “spacer” fabric, complemented by colour co-ordinated edging panels of 100% polyester agua libra fabric. All upholstery items...

  • Page 17: Transportation

    Transportation  the gill 4 seating system, complete with interface, has been successfully tested to iso 16840-4 (seating devices for use in motor vehicles), whilst interfaced on an approved surrogate test base. However, this does not imply and is not intended to imply in any way, that the gill 4 se...

  • Page 18

    General information regarding transportation of wheelchairs, seating systems and their occupants please note: the information given in this section is intended for guidance only. Any figures and standards quoted are correct at the time of printing but may be subjected to change or update in the futu...

  • Page 19: Wheelchair Security:

    Risk analysis for wheelchair transportation: a comprehensive risk assessment is essential, taking into account the user’s requirements and the type of transport they plan to use. Potential risk areas:  the user being transferred to a fixed vehicle seat.  the wheelchair/seating unit being transport...

  • Page 20: **********

    Occupant restraint considerations: a prescription should specify the type of occupant restraint required in a vehicle, i.E. A lap and diagonal belt or full harness. The amount of upper body control that the user has during normal vehicle movement should be taken into account. “normal” movement inclu...

  • Page 21: **********

    Standard issue dynamic resistances will be:- blue for size 1 seat units black for size 2 seat units red for size 3 seat units fixed backrests only: the fixed back gill 4 seat units have three fixed angled positions available (90°, 95° or 100°), which are controlled by angle positioning inserts. Thes...

  • Page 22: Warranty Statement

    22 warranty statement every effort is made by rms ltd., to ensure that your gill 4 seating system is manufactured to the highest standards and supplied to the specifications as detailed on the initial prescription. The supply of our quality products is backed by the company’s iso 9001 –2008 quality ...

  • Page 23: General Information

    23 general information your gill 4 seating system serial number is: ………………......……… date of supply: ……………………… supplied to: ………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………. .……………………………………………………………… product maintenance for safety and security reasons, rms ltd recommends that all external component...

  • Page 24

    Seating systems manufactured by medway house, 277 gillingham road, gillingham, kent. Me7 4qx tel: 01634 578881 fax: 01634 581456 email: sales@rms-kent.Co.Uk www.Ineedawheelchair.Co.Uk.