Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System Instructions

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1 Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System Instructions Model #5100 Thank you for Choosing Columbia Your Columbia Versa Shower/Commode/Bath Transfer System has been built to the highest standards of quality to ensure years of superior service. Please take the time to read this informative instruction guide and pay particular attention to the safety instructions provided. Thank you again for choosing Columbia! Important Safety Instructions When using your Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of injury to persons. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Determine, with a physician or therapist, the suitability of this product for the intended user. 3. Do not leave user unattended unless you have determined that their abilities and requirements are such that it poses no safety risk to leave them unsupervised. 4. Place your Versa on a level surface, not near steps or other hazards. 5. Keep your Versa clean and sanitary. 6. Check regularly that all bolts, buckles and other parts are tight and in good working order. Save These Instructions Assembly of Your Versa Commode/Shower/Bath Transfer System 1. The Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System is shipped partially unassembled. Remove all parts from the packaging before assembly. The instructions will be referring to the following parts for assembly: Footrest Seat and Back Shower Base Leg Commode Leg Tubes Seat Bottom Bridge Caster Wheels C

2 Commode Base Foot Rest Clamps 2. Screw the leveling feet into the shower base leg tubes, if not already done. 3. Slide the footrest clamps over the commode leg tubes and secure with bolts. The height is adjustable and can be re-positioned when the chair is fully assembled for correct fit. The notch end should face up. 4. Insert the shower base leg tubes into the shower base by depressing the leg tube locking button and sliding the leg tube into the shower base frame. 5. Push the caster wheels into the commode leg tube sockets. C

3 6. The Versa has an optional Commode Pail System that is pre-installed to the system. If you need to remove the Commode Pail, please follow these steps: Take out the Commode Frame, flip it upside down. 1. Remove 1 st support rail by using a Philip screw driver. 2. Then remove the 2 nd support rail Insert the commode chair leg tubes into the commode chair by depressing the leg tube locking button and sliding the leg tube into the commode base. 8. Attach the seat back to the seat bottom with two 9/16 bolts, which may be pre-attached to the back frame. 9. Attach the seat arms to the seat back using the enclosed bolt and internal spacer. 10. Insert the guide rail clips into the guide rail slots and slide the seat assembly onto the commode base. If you need to change the way the chair faces, you may remove the rolling base, rotate it 180 and insert the guide rail clips into the guide rail slots, and slide the seat assembly onto the commode base C

4 11. Slide the Footrests onto the Foot rest clamps. Operating the Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System 1. Set the commode chair to the desired height by depressing the leg tube locking buttons and sliding the leg tubes in or out. Adjust the shower base with the leg adjusting buttons so it is the same height as the commode chair. 2. Place the shower base in the tub or shower. Level the base with the leveling feet. The shower base should be the same height as the commode chair. Lock the leveling feet in place with the jam nuts. 3. Place the bridge in position. Be sure that the bridge seats in the indent slots so that it is flat with the top of the rails. If the bridge will not fit flat, check the height adjustment on the commode and shower base. The height must be the same on both sections for proper bridge fit and smooth transfers. WARNING: Never operate The Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System if the bridge is not seated securely in place and flat with the commode and transfer base rails. 4. To transfer the sliding seat, lift up on the safety locking latch located behind the seat and slide the seat to the desired position. The seat is in position when it locks into the safety lock latch on the other side of the seat. C

5 5. The bridge can be removed during use so the shower door or curtain can be closed. WARNING: Do not remove the bridge unless the safety lock is latched. Cleaning Your Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System Soapy water or mild cleansers may be used on all parts of your Versa Shower/Commode Transfer System. Harsh abrasive cleaners (Ajax, Comet, etc.) may dull the finish. C