3 Position Geri Chair Recliner

Drive Medical 3 Position Geri Chair Recliner is a retractable chair that features 3 comfortable positions, a retractable lock bar, self-adjusting suspension, and a convenient side tray. It easily adjusts to an upright or deep recline position with an elevated footrest. It also features a lock bar that allows it to stay securely in the desired position. It contains a moisture barrier and suspension that keeps the seat from "bottoming out."

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Drive 3 Position Geri Chair Recliner features a large tray that locks in 5 positions and easily stores on the side of the chair. It has a comfortable headrest and padded arm rests. The wheels are 5-inch casters that allow the recliner to be moved into a secure position. The steel frame adds sturdiness and durability. The frame is simple to maintain and sanitize and cleanliness. The side panels are removable for quick and easy maintenance. The panel are easy to clean with wipes, such as Clorox Disinfecting Wipes.

This recliner is made from vinyl and foam that meets the California flammability standards and the Boston Fire Department Specifications. The steel frame comes with a limited lifetime warranty and the upholstery comes with a 1-year warranty. It has a 250 pound weight capacity and comes in the following colors: jade, rosewood, and blue ridge.

The width between the arms measures 20 inch and the overall dimensions are: 47 (H) x 25 (W) x 41 (D) inch and the seat dimensions are: 9 - 26 inch.

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Geri Chair is the short term for geriatric chairs and are also known as clinical recliners. Designed for the elderly and recovering patients, these chairs assist patients and their caregivers in hospitals, rehab facilities, short-term care centers, and homecare. They offer patients comfortable seating for long durations. They are easy to navigate from room-to-room and have locking wheels to stay in place. Usually a tray attaches to accommodate eating or activities. One of the first geri chairs was a modified wheelchair with a raised back and a tray with raised edges to help keep the patient in place and to facilitate activities. Used in a VA facility, this chair offered patients more security, "promotes better digestion, improved morale, self-help, and an earlier convalescence."¹

Product Features and Benefits

• 3-Position Recliner
• Moisture Barrier Prevents Seat Seepage
• Foam and Vinyl Meet California Flammability
• Comfortable Builtin Headrest
• Padded Arm Rests
• Retractable Lock Bar for Security
• Removable Side Panels for Easy Maintenance
• Wide Armrests Are Angled to Provide Support in Any Reclined Position
• Self Adjusting Suspension
• Seats Will Not Bottom Out
• Large, Convenient Tray
• Tray May Be Stored On the Side of the Chair
• Durable Construction
• Fully Enclosed Side Panels Protect Clolthing and Skin
• Adjustable Seat Straps
• Moisture Barrier on Seat
• Easy to Move and Secure
• Retractable Lock Bar Secures the Chair in Desired Position
• Side Panel Pop-Off for Easy Cleaning

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Product Specifications

• Product Numbers: D574-BR, D574-J, D574-R
• Colors: Blue Ridge, Jade, Rosewood
• Width Dimension: 25 Inch
• Height Dimension: 47 Inch
• Depth Dimension: 41 Inch
• Width Between Arms: 20 Inch
• Seat Dimensions: 19 x 19 Inch
• Seat Height: 21 Inch
• Seat to Floor Arm Height: 9 to 26 Inch
• Weight: 110 lbs.
• Weight Capacity: 250 lbs.
• 3 Positions: Upright, Deep Recline, Elevated Legrest/Footrest
• Material: Steel Frame, Foam Cushioning, Vinyl Upholstery
• Application: Multi-Position Recliner
• Wheels: Four 5-Inch Casters with 2 Locks
• UPC: 822383114187, 822383114194, 822383114200
• HCPCS Code: E1031
• Frame Warranty: Limited Lifetime
• Upholstery Warranty: 1-Year
• Moving Parts Warranty: 1-Year

Specifications

Operating Instructions

To place the chair into reclining positions:

By the Occupant

• Place your hands on the armrests and push back against the seat back. The leg rest will automatically adjust to each reclining position.
• The table can only be used in the upright sitting position.
• The patient should be transported in TV position with recliner lock set.

By the Attendant

• Ensure that the recliner lock bar is in "stored" position.
• Stand at either side of recliner.
• Grasp armrest with one hand, and push on the padded push handle with the other hand.
• Push down on push bar to recline the back to the first recline position.
• To move to the second recline position, push on the push bar again.
• To raise to the upright position, pull forward on the push bar.
• Set recliner Lock Bar for safety and to maintain position.

Chair Controls

Recliner Lock Operation

To Lock the Recliner

• Place the recliner into the desired position.
• Pull out the Lock-Release Pull Button to release the Lock bar from the stored position.
• Rotate the recliner Lock Bar down until the notches are fully engaged over the Locking Pins.

To Unlock Recliner

• Lift the recliner Lock Bar up to disengage from the Locking Pins.
• While holding the Lock-Release Pull Button out, rotate the recliner Lock Bar all the way up until completely against the seat back.
• Release the Lock-Release Pull Button to hold the recliner Lock Bar in the stored position.

Operating Instructions for the Table Tray

To Operate

• Underneath each arm, pull down, and hold the pull button until it goes into place. Then slide the lockout keys forward on both sides.
• Pick up the table by the circular table arm and slide the table into the receiving tubes in front of each arm.
• The table can slide on and off by keeping the lock/lockout key forward.
• The table can be locked into one of five positions. Pull down the pull button, hold the pull button while sliding the key backwards.
• Proceed to the other arm and move that key backwards. The table tray will now be locked.

Storage: The table tray stores in the small round tube underneath the left armrest. Leave the table top facing out.

Cautions

• Do not attempt to change position of the chair with the recliner lock bar engaged. This could cause damage to mechanism.
• Periodically inspect all parts and replace as needed.
• Occupant weight should not exceed 250 lbs.
• During patient transfers, lock the rear caster wheels for stability.

Parts Diagram

Cleaning Instructions

• Wash with warm water and a mild soap or detergent. For difficult stains use a cloth dampened with kerosene, naphtha, or turpentine.
• Don not use paint remover or liquid brush cleaners.
• Cleanse with a diluted solution of 10% or less of bleach.

Product Videos

3 Position Geri Chair Video (6:50 minutes)

Manuals and Documents

•    Catalog Page contains product specifications.
•    Information Sheet contains product information.
•    Product Manual contains use and care instructions.

Footnotes

• ¹ PASCENTE, EMMA MARIE. "The Geri-chair." AJN The American Journal of Nursing 58.12 (1958): 1703. (Last Accessed July-10-2020)