Posey Drop Seat User Manual

Posey, Drop seat/cushion

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Seating and PoSitioning

Quality Products since 1937

M1631 051209

#7020F

#654018/654020

Drop Seat

These adjustable drop seats lower the wheelchair seat so the patient’s feet

can touch the floor. They attach to the wheelchair seat frame using

polypropylene straps and square metal rings. The seat height may be

lowered from 1/4” (5/8 cm) to 3” (8 cm) depending on the wheelchair model,

and/or can be adjusted to create a “tilt” or “wedge effect” to help prevent

forward sliding. Made of durable, wipe-clean polyvinylchloride (PVC).
• No tools required to adjust seat height.

REF

654018 Fits most 18” (46 cm) wheelchairs

REF

654020 Fits most 20” (51 cm) wheelchairs

application inStructionS:

1. Remove the vinyl seat of the wheelchair by unscrewing the seat screws.

2. Release the polypropylene straps of the Drop Seat from the

square loop rings.

3. Orient the Drop Seat to the wheelchair as shown in the photo. Wrap

each end of the polypropylene straps (on each side of the chair)

around the metal bar of the seat frame and thread back through the

slot, pulling the ends toward the center of the Drop Seat (Fig. 1).

4. Attach the straps underneath the seat using the square loop

rings. (Fig. 2). All straps should pass under the Drop Seat.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Wheelchair bar

(seat frame)

Drop Seat

THREADING STRAP THROUGH DROP SEAT

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Drop Seat cuShion

This cushion is specially designed to fit the Posey 654018

Drop Seat only for 18” (46 cm) wheelchairs. Made of durable

polyurethane foam and covered in blue vinyl. This cushion

has notches cut out to fit over the cross bars.

REF

7020F 15½” x 16” x 2” thick (39 cm x 41 cm x 5 cm)

LATEX

inSpection

Inspect before each use: check for broken stitches

or parts; torn, cut or frayed material; or buckles that do not hold

securely. DO NOT use soiled or damaged products.

MonitorinG

Always follow your facility’s policies and procedures for

patient assessment, monitoring and rehabilitation

5. Adjust the polypropylene straps so the Drop Seat is at the

desired height (If desired, straps may be adjusted to create a

“wedge”).

6. Test the attachment for strength and security by applying

weight with your foot, knee or hand down on the seat.

DO NOT sit down until you have made sure the

attachment is secure!

7. Insert a cushion on top of the Drop Seat to ensure patient

comfort and proper positioning.

DO NOT use the Drop Seat without a cushion!

NOTE: When installed and used properly, this product has a

weight capacity of 250 lbs. (113 kgs.).

DiSpoSal

Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy for

BIOHAZARDOUS materials.

StoraGe anD hanDlinG

This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments.

This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at

normal humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high humidity

that may damage product materials.

application inStructionS

1. Make sure the cushion dimensions match those of the wheelchair.
2. Place cushion on the wheelchair seating surface.
3. Align the front edge of the cushion with the front edge of the

wheelchair seat.

cleaninG inStructionS:

• Wipe Clean with mild detergent. OSHA approved intermediate level disinfectants can be used per manufacturer instructions.

DO NOT use phenol and benzyl based disinfectants.

• After cleaning, products MUST be rinsed with water to remove any residual chemicals.

• Make sure products are completely dry before use.

Posey Company • 5635 Peck Road, Arcadia, CA 91006-0020 USA

Phone: 1.800.447.6739 • Fax: 1.800.767.3933 • Web: www.posey.com



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