Drive Medical Bellavita Dive Bath Lift Chair Instruction Manual

Introduction

The Drive Medical Bellavita Dive automated bath lifter is designed to assist individuals with entering, exiting, and enjoying an immersive bath safely and independently. This automatic bath transfer chair offers enhanced stability and user-friendly features to improve the bathing experience.

Key Features:

• Immersive Bathing: Lowers users to a minimum height of 2.6 inches, allowing for a deep soak.
• Reclining Backrest: Backrest reclines up to 50 degrees and is removable for personalized comfort.
• Maximum Stability: Patented dual-column construction and 3D suction feet provide stable support for users up to 310 pounds.
• Open Seat Design: Front cutout in the seat improves access for washing and personal hygiene.
• Floating Hand Control: Watertight hand control with large, color-coded buttons for easy operation, floats for accessibility.
• Safety Feature: Prevents lowering if insufficient power is available to return to a raised position.
• Versatile Fit: Ergonomic, slimline design fits almost any tub; no plumbing or electrical work required.

Safety Information

Always prioritize safety when using the Bellavita Dive Bath Lift Chair. Ensure the unit is correctly installed and all safety features are functioning as intended.

• Power Safety: The lift is designed with a special safety feature that prevents it from lowering if there is insufficient battery power to raise the user back up. Always ensure the hand control is adequately charged.
• Stable Installation: Ensure the patented 3D suction feet are securely adhered to the bathtub floor before each use to provide maximum stability.
• Weight Capacity: Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 310 pounds.
• Supervision: While designed for independent use, individuals with severe mobility issues or cognitive impairments may require supervision or assistance from a caregiver.
• Water Temperature: Always check the water temperature before entering the bath.

Setup and Installation

The Bellavita Dive Bath Lift Chair is designed for tool-free installation and does not require plumbing or electrical work.

1. Positioning: Place the bath lift chair into the bathtub. Ensure the base is flat on the tub floor.
2. Secure Suction Feet: Press down firmly on the bath lift to engage the 3D suction feet with the bathtub surface. Verify that all suction cups are securely attached.
3. Attach Backrest (if removed): If the backrest was removed for deeper immersion or transport, reattach it securely according to the instructions provided in the full manual.
4. Connect Hand Control: Plug the watertight floating hand control into the designated port on the bath lift.
5. Initial Charge: Ensure the hand control is fully charged before first use. The hand control contains a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery.

Operating Instructions

The Bellavita Dive Bath Lift Chair is operated using its intuitive floating hand control.

1. Entering the Tub: Sit on the bath lift seat while it is in its raised position (up to 18.9 inches). Carefully swing your legs over the side of the tub.
2. Lowering: Use the hand control to slowly lower yourself into the bathtub. The lift will descend smoothly until it reaches its minimum height of 2.6 inches from the tub bottom.
3. Reclining: Once at the desired depth, you can use the hand control to recline the backrest up to 50 degrees for maximum comfort.
4. Exiting the Tub: To exit, first raise the backrest to an upright position using the hand control. Then, raise the entire lift chair until it reaches the top of the tub. Carefully swing your legs out of the tub and stand up.

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Maintenance

Regular cleaning and proper care will ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Bellavita Dive Bath Lift Chair.

• Easy Cleaning: The bath lift features washable, removable covers for convenient cleaning. Remove covers and wash as per instructions in the full manual.
• Hand Control Care: The hand control is watertight. After use, wipe it clean and ensure it is dry before charging.
• Battery Charging: Regularly charge the hand control's Lithium Ion battery to maintain optimal performance and ensure the safety feature functions correctly.

Specifications

Warranty and Support

Drive Medical stands behind the quality of its products.

• Warranty: The Bellavita Dive Bath Lift Chair comes with a five-year limited warranty on the bath lift and a two-year warranty on the handset.
• Customer Support: For any questions, troubleshooting, or warranty claims, please contact Drive Medical customer support at 877-224-0946.