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ROHO DRY FLOATATION Wheelchair Cushions Operation Manual
Cushion Adjustment, continued
2. Adjust the cushion:
After overinflating the cushion, adjust to the
Proper Cushion Inflation Setting:
a. The individual should sit in the chair in their
usual position. The cushion should be centered
beneath the individual.
b. Slide your hand between the cushion and the
individual. Lift the leg slightly and feel for the
lowest bony prominence, and then lower the leg
to a sitting position.
c. Open the inflation valve to remove air, keeping
your hand beneath the individual's lowest bony
prominence.
d. Release air until you are barely able to move
your fingertips. Close the valve. Make sure the
inflation valve is closed.
e. Repeat cushion adjustment for all valves.
To adjust the ENHANCER:
After overinflating the cushion, adjust to the
Proper Cushion Inflation Setting:
1) Outer cells/abductor: Open the inner valve
and release air to adjust for comfort and
positioning. Close the valve.
2) Posterior contour section: Slide your hand
between the cushion and the individual and
feel for the lowest bony prominence. Open the
outer valve and release air until you are barely
able to move your fingertips. Close the valve.
3) Make sure the inflation valves are closed.
To adjust Dual Compartment Cushions: For individuals with a pelvic obliquity, first adjust the
side with the deepest bony prominence. For front-to-back positioning, adjust the rear section first.
Always re-check adjustment for each section.
To adjust SELECT Cushions: See the next page.
The seated figure shows product orientation.
Proper Cushion Inflation Setting
= 1/2" - 1" (1.5 cm - 2.5 cm)
A) "sink down" into the cushion and
B)"float" above the cushion base.
ENHANCER
inflation valve
for outer cells &
abductor
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A
B
inflation valve
for the posterior
contour section