Direct Supply
Owner's Manual
Directions for Use
The Panacea Cushion is intended to be used on the seat of a
resident's wheelchair.
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CAUTION: Do not use razor blades to cut packaging away
from cushion.
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CAUTION: Do not remove product tag, cleaning instruction
tag or law tag from the cushion. Removal of tags will void
the warranty.
1. Inspect the cushion for shipping damage. If the cushion is
damaged, DO NOT USE CUSHION and immediately contact
Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings
2. Verify the proper cushion model and size was shipped. If
you feel there was a mistake, DO NOT USE CUSHION and
immediately contact Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings.
3. After verifying you've received the correct product without
damage, properly discard all shipping materials.
4. Place the cushion in the wheelchair.
5. Feed the cushion's strap between back upholstery and the seat.
6. Wrap each strap around the vertical canes of the wheelchair.
7. Connect the buckle and pull the strap tight.
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WARNING: This cushion will not prevent entrapment or falls.
This cushion will not replace good caregiving practices, including
but not limited to:
• Direct resident supervision
• Following FDA guidelines
• Adequate care plans and training for staff personnel regarding
resident diet, hydration, cleanliness, range of motion, entrapment,
fall prevention and repositioning
• Inspection and testing before use
Cleaning Instructions
We recommend using the following cleaning chemicals on your Direct Supply Panacea products. Other disinfectants may cause
staining or damage to the product and void the warranty. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's recommended procedures when using
these chemicals.
• Lysol
I.C.™ Quaternary Cleaner Disinfectant
®
• Clean Quick
Broad Range Quaternary Sanitizer
®
• Q-128 Quaternary Disinfectant
Panacea
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Cushion
Warnings
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WARNINGS – General:
1. Failure to comply with all directions and warnings may result
in injury or death; use only as directed.
2. This device is not suitable for all individuals. Other devices
may be required.
3. Inspect the device for damage before each use and do not use
it if it appears to be damaged or not functioning properly.
4. Never alter the device in any way.
5. This device is designed for indoor use only within close proximity
to skilled caregivers.
6. No part or component of a Direct Supply Panacea cushion
should be used with non-Panacea cushions, covers, or straps.
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WARNING – This device is only a tool to assist with
pressure redistribution as part of an overall care plan. Failure to
comply with all instructions, warnings and precautions or using
the device for a purpose other than the recommended use could
result in serious bodily injury. This product is not designed to
replace good caregiving practices, including but not limited to:
• Direct patient and resident supervision
• Adequate care plans, including proper resident hydration and
training of staff personnel for fall prevention
• Inspection and testing before each use
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WARNING – Direct Supply Panacea wheelchair cushions are
not intended for use by individuals who are in need of advanced
or chronic wound care. Direct Supply Panacea wheelchair
cushions will not cure decubitus ulcers and may not prevent all
decubitus ulcers from forming.
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WARNING – OBSTRUCTIONS: DO NOT place any
obstructions between the user and the cushion. Doing so will
reduce device effectiveness.
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WARNING – INSTABILITY AND FALL HAZARD: DO NOT use
cushion on top of, or in conjunction with, any other products
or materials, unless a clinician specifies. Doing so may add to
user instability resulting in falls. Consult with your clinician for
proper usage.
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WARNING – A clinician experienced in seating and
positioning should be consulted to determine if the Direct
Supply Panacea Cushion is appropriate for the resident's
particular seating needs.
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