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INSTRUCTIONSFOR USEA-dec 511DENTAL CHAIR

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for Use CopyrightRegulatory Information and Warranty 2020 A-dec Inc. All rights reserved.For required regulatory information and the A-dec warranty, seethe Regulatory Information, Specifications, and Warranty document(p/n 86.0221.00) available in the Resource Center at www.a-dec.com.A-dec Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material,including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantabilityand fitness for a particular purpose. A-dec Inc. shall not be held liablefor any errors contained herein or any consequential or other damagesconcerning the furnishing, performance or use of this material. Theinformation in this document is subject to change without notice. If youfind any problems in the documentation, please report them to us inwriting. A-dec Inc. does not warrant that this document is error-free.No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, altered, ortransmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage andretrieval system, without prior written permission from A-dec Inc.Trademarks and Additional Intellectual Property RightsA-dec, the A-dec logo, A-dec Inspire, Cascade, Century Plus, Continental,Decade, ICX, ICV, Performer, Preference, Preference Collection,Preference ICC, Radius, and reliablecreativesolutions are trademarks ofA-dec Inc. and are registered in the United States and other countries.A-dec 500, A-dec 400, A-dec 300, A-dec 200, and EasyFlex are alsotrademarks of A-dec Inc. None of the trademarks or trade names in thisdocument may be reproduced, copied, or manipulated in any mannerwithout the express, written approval of the trademark owner.Certain touchpad symbols and icons are proprietary to A-dec Inc. Anyuse of these symbols or icons, in whole or in part, without the expresswritten consent of A-dec Inc., is strictly prohibited.86.0761.00 Rev DProduct ServiceProduct service is available through your local authorized A-dec dealer.To locate an authorized dealer, or for additional service information,visit www.a-dec.com or contact A-dec at 1.800.547.1883 in the USA andCanada or 1.503.538.7478 worldwide.Product Models and Versions Covered in This DocumentModelVersionDescription511BDental Chair

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseContent MapContent MapFeatures/TopicsPower Button . 2Chair Stop Plate . 3Footswitch/Chair Controls . 4Headrest . 7Armrests . 6Chair Swivel Brake . 9Upholstery Care . 10Utilities .11Specifications .1286.0761.00 Rev D1

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustOperate / AdjustTurn On/Turn Off the PowerChairs with Delivery and Support SystemsMasterToggleIf you have a chair with an attached system, use the master toggle toturn on the power, water, and air. The master toggle is normally locatedon the delivery system, but may instead be located on the support centeror floor box on chairs without a delivery system.OnIf there is no power to the system, verify that the power button on thechair is pressed in. This button must be on in order for the master toggleto control system power.OffChair-Only ConfigurationsIf you have a chair-only configuration, press the power button on thechair to turn on or turn off the power.When to Turn Off the PowerTo save energy and reduce the chance of air leaks, press the powerbutton to turn off power at the end of the day and before longer periodsof non-use.PowerButton86.0761.00 Rev DPress into turn onpower.2

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustChair Safety FeaturesChairStop PlateA-dec dental chairs and systems include safety features (like the chairstop plate) that may stop or prevent the chair from moving. This mayoccur due to any of the following: There’s an obstruction under the chair or attached module. The foot control disc or lever is pressed. A handpiece isn’t properly seated in its holder.If the Chair Stops Unexpectedly or Won’t MoveCheck for and correct any of the conditions listed above. If anobstruction is blocking chair movement, use the touchpad or footswitchto raise the chair, then remove the obstruction.86.0761.00 Rev D3

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustPosition the Chair with Manual ControlsIMPORTANT The A-dec touchpad and footswitch movethe chair in the same manner. See your delivery systemInstructions for Use for detailed information about yourtouchpad controls. WARNING Ensure that the patient is positioned safely beforeusing the manual or preset chair controls. Never leave thepatient unattended while the chair is in motion. Alwaystake extra care with small children and patients with limitedmobility. ,To stop the chair at any point during preset movement, pressany chair positioning button on the footswitch or touchpad.NOTE If you would like to adjust the maximum height ofyour chair, contact your local authorized A-dec dealer.Base UpBack DownIcon/FunctionActions/Options, Base UpPress and hold , to raise the chair base. Base DownPress and hold . to lower the chair base. Back UpPress and hold to raise the chair back. Back DownPress and hold to lower the chair back.Back UpBase Down86.0761.00 Rev D4

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustPosition the Chair with Preset ControlsPress o, r, q, or s to move the chair to a preset position. See thetable (below left) for factory settings.Program ButtonCustomize the Chair Preset PositionsTreatment 1Treatment 2Entry/ExitX-ray/RinseTo customize chair presets o, r, and q:1. Position the chair as desired.2. Press and hold p until you hear one beep, which indicatesprogram mode is on.3. Within five seconds, press the chair preset icon you want assignedto this new chair position (e.g., press r ). Three beeps indicate thatyour new setting is saved.IconPreset NameFactory SettingCustomize the X-Ray/Rinse Chair PresetoEntry/ExitPositions the chair for patient entry/exit.rTreatment 1Positions the chair base and back down.The factory preset s moves the chair and patient into an uprightposition for x-rays or cuspidor access. A second press of s returns thechair to the previous position.qTreatment 2Positions the chair base down and theback partially up.You can also set s to function as a customized chair preset position.To change its function:sX-Ray/RinseMoves the chair to either x-ray or rinseposition. A second press moves the chair tothe previous position.1. Press p and s at the same time and hold for three seconds. One beep indicates s is set as another customizable chairpreset button. Three beeps indicate that s is set as the x-ray/rinse factorypreset (which toggles between the x-ray/rinse position and theprevious chair position).2. If you set s as another customizable chair preset and want toassign a different chair position, follow the steps outlined above in“Customize the Chair Preset Positions.”86.0761.00 Rev D5

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustPrepare the Chair for the PatientPosition the ArmrestsWARNING Do not allow patients to drop their arms behindthe armrests or under the backrest, or injury may occurwhen the chair moves.Move the armrest out of the way to allow for easy patient entry/exit andimproved operator access when working direct. Simply push or pull thearmrest into position.Encourage a Proper Seating PositionTo properly seat patients in the chair, ask them to sit as far back inthe seat as possible. This ensures the best alignment with the lumbarsupport and comfort for the patient.For optimal comfort, patients can place their forearms on the armrests orkeep their arms comfortably folded on their lap.TIP Before the patient sits down in the chair, leave theheadrest at a higher position. This will encourage the patientto sit all the way back in the chair. Adjust the headrest oncethe patient is seated to improve patient comfort and operatoraccess to the oral cavity.TIP For patients who require additional support to exit thechair, leave the armrests in the back position.86.0761.00 Rev D6

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustPosition the HeadrestThe dual-articulating gliding headrest includes several features you canuse to improve access to the oral cavity and increase patient comfort.Use the glide bar to accommodate a variety of patient heights. Simplypull up or push down on the headrest until it is in the desired position.The gliding headrest cushion provides additional height adjustment.WARNING If the glide bar has exceeded its maximumrecommended working height, a warning line will be visibleon the patient’s side of the glide bar. Do not use the headrestin a position where this warning line is visible.Glide BarAdjustmentLever86.0761.00 Rev DYou can easily adjust the headrest angle using one hand. Press theadjustment lever to position the headrest. Release, and the headrestholds its position.7

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustPosition the Headrest for WheelchairsTo position the headrest for wheelchairs:1. Remove the headrest from the dental chair.2. Rotate the headrest 180 and slide the glide bar into the backrestuntil it stops.3. Swivel the dental chair, if necessary, and position the backrest to itsfull upright position.4. Position the wheelchair and the dental chair back to back.5. Move the dental chair up or down, as needed, to adjust the headrestheight.6. Lock the wheelchair wheels.Adjust the Headrest Glide Bar TensionIf the headrest drifts downward, or if it is difficult to move up or down,the glide bar tension needs adjustment.To adjust the tension, use a 1/8" hex key. Turn the adjustment screwclockwise to increase tension.1/8" Hex Key86.0761.00 Rev D8

A-dec 511 Dental Chair Instructions for UseOperate / AdjustOperate the Chair Swivel BrakeThe chair can rotate to any position within 30 either side of center. Thechair swivel brake restricts rotation of the chair to keep the chair frommoving during a procedure.To release the swivel brake, pull the brake lever to the right. To engagethe brake, pull the brake lever firmly to the left.Adjust the Chair Swivel Brake TensionBrake HandleIf the chair swivels left or right with the brake engaged, or is difficultto move with the brake disengaged, adjust the swivel brake tension.Properly tensioned, the brake handle should be in the middle when it isfully engaged. To make the adjustment:1. Move the brake handle to the right.2. If the chair includes a back mount module, swivel the chair to accessthe adjustment screw.3. Use a 7/64" hex key and turn the tension adjustment screw clockwiseto increase brake friction or counterclockwise to decrease brakefriction. Only a small adjustment is needed to significantly increaseor decrease tension.Adjustment Screw86.0761.00 Rev D9