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Foot Height Control To Fit Premium And Deluxe Models

Foot Height Control To Fit Premium And Deluxe Models

Plinth Medical

Medical furniture accessory
  • Manufactured in the UK by Plinth Medical Ltd, a company that states compliance with ISO 9001 quality management standards for its products.
  • Designed as part of Plinth Medical’s CE Marked seating and couch solutions; overall systems are produced to meet applicable UK and EU regulatory requirements for clinical furniture.
Foot-operated height control for clinical chairs and stools

Description

The Foot Height Control To Fit Premium And Deluxe Models is an optional Plinth Medical accessory designed to provide hands-free height adjustment for selected premium and deluxe operator chairs and stools. The accessory consists of a circular foot-operated control plate integrated at the base of the chair, allowing the clinician to raise or lower the seat using their foot rather than a hand lever. This improves ergonomics and infection control by keeping hands free for clinical tasks while still enabling quick and precise height changes during examinations and procedures.

Bnefits

  • Provides hands-free seat height adjustment via a foot-operated control plate, keeping the clinician’s hands free for patient care.
  • Improves ergonomics and workflow during clinical procedures by allowing rapid height changes without reaching for a hand lever.
  • Helps support infection-control best practice by reducing the need to touch chair controls with gloved or contaminated hands.
  • Designed specifically to fit Plinth Medical premium and deluxe seating models for a secure and reliable installation.
  • Robust construction suitable for frequent use in busy clinical environments.
  • Integrates neatly within the chair base, maintaining a compact footprint and maximising legroom.

Indications

  • Optional accessory for Plinth Medical premium and deluxe operator chairs and stools requiring hands-free seat height adjustment.
  • Use in clinical environments such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, GP surgeries, dental surgeries, podiatry and therapy rooms where staff frequently adjust stool height during procedures.
  • Particularly useful in procedures where asepsis and minimal hand contact with non-sterile surfaces are desirable.

Composition

  • Circular metal or metal-composite foot control plate mounted to the base of the compatible chair or stool.
  • Mechanical linkage or integrated mechanism connecting the foot plate to the chair’s height-adjustment system (hydraulic or gas-lift column, depending on model).
  • Fasteners and fittings compatible with Plinth Medical premium and deluxe seating bases.
  • External surfaces finished to be wipe-clean and suitable for clinical environments.

Formulation

  • Device type: mechanical foot-operated height control accessory for clinical seating.
  • Compatibility: selected Plinth Medical premium and deluxe operator chairs and stools (e.g., deluxe medical stools where foot-height-control is offered as an option).
  • Control action: depression or rocking of the foot plate actuates the chair’s height-adjustment mechanism.
  • Supplied configuration: single foot height control unit for installation to one compatible chair or stool base.

Packaging

  • Supplied as a single accessory unit (one foot height control) intended for one compatible chair or stool.
  • Packed in a protective carton or box to prevent damage in transit, with appropriate padding or wrapping.
  • Outer packaging labelled with Plinth Medical branding, product name, SKU (1116) and compatibility information indicating use with premium and deluxe models.

Usage

  • Ensure the foot height control is installed only on compatible Plinth Medical premium or deluxe models, following the installation instructions supplied by Plinth Medical or by a qualified service technician.
  • Before first use, verify that the chair or stool is stable and that the foot control actuates the height-adjustment mechanism smoothly through its full range.
  • During clinical use, operate the control by pressing or rocking the foot plate with your foot to raise or lower the seat to the desired working height, following the specific directions for the chair model (e.g., press in one area to raise and another to lower).
  • Avoid placing excessive weight or impact directly onto the foot plate beyond what is required to actuate the mechanism.
  • Periodically inspect the foot height control and chair base for signs of wear, loose fixings or damage, and arrange maintenance or replacement if performance is affected.
  • Clean the visible surfaces of the control regularly with a manufacturer-approved cleaning or disinfectant solution, in accordance with local infection-control procedures and Plinth Medical’s care instructions.
  • Do not attempt to dismantle or modify the height-control mechanism yourself; contact Plinth Medical or an authorised service partner for repairs or adjustments.

Contraindications

  • Do not install on non-compatible chairs or stools, or on products from other manufacturers, unless Plinth Medical has confirmed compatibility.
  • Do not use the chair or stool if the foot height control or base appears damaged, loose or unstable.
  • Not intended to bear full body weight; users should not stand or jump on the foot plate.
  • Do not attempt to use the foot height control as a patient support or step.

Adverse Effects

  • Improper installation or use may lead to chair instability or unexpected movement, potentially increasing the risk of minor injury or falls.
  • Wear or damage to the mechanism over time may reduce control over height adjustment if not identified and serviced.
  • If the base area is cluttered or obstructed, there is a minor risk of the user tripping if they do not maintain awareness of the foot-operated control plate.

Storage Conditions

  • Normally remains installed on the compatible chair or stool in the clinical environment; no special storage conditions are required beyond those for the chair itself.
  • If stored separately, keep in a clean, dry indoor environment away from excessive moisture and corrosive substances.
  • Avoid impact, dropping or stacking heavy objects on the control to prevent mechanical damage or deformation.
  • Store and use within typical room temperatures for clinical areas; avoid prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures or humidity.

Duration

Not applicable; this is a reusable mechanical accessory intended for repeated long-term use over the service life of the compatible chair or stool, subject to routine inspection and maintenance.

Onset

Immediate mechanical effect; the accessory provides instant seat height adjustment when the foot control is operated.

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