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- Page 1 Dynamic Pacer Gait Trainer K640 Product Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
12-13 Hand loops 14-16 Arm prompts/arm platforms Chest prompts Hip positioner Hip positioner pad 20-21 Pelvic support Thigh prompts Ankle prompts Tray Multi position saddle Operation 26-29 Maintenance, cleaning, and warranty Materials and user modifi cations © 2015 Rifton Equipment... -
Page 3: Important Information
Use this key to determine which sections of this product manual apply to you. Technical Users For professionals who order and set up Rifton products. Home Users For care-givers who use Rifton products on a regular basis. Maintenance Personnel For anyone who is responsible for service or re-ordering of Rifton products and parts. -
Page 4: Safety Messages
○ Immediately remove this product from use when any condition develops that might make operation unsafe. ○ Do not use Rifton components or products for any purpose other than their intended use. • Adequately supervise use of the Pacer to prevent: ○... -
Page 5: Recommended Use
Recommended use The Dynamic Pacer gait trainer is a Class 1 medical device. It is designed to help a client learn to walk. For a client lacking active use of his or her trunk and leg muscles, the Pacer provides the necessary support during gait training and requires little or no weight-bearing. The large Pacer is recommended for clients with elbow height of 32"–... -
Page 6: User And Item Dimensions
User and item dimensions User dimensions – inches (cm) K640 large Elbow height 32–47 (81–119) Key user dimension: elbow height Measure the vertical distance from the bent elbow to the fl oor while the user is standing up right. Choose the gait trainer that allows for growth. -
Page 7: Check Your Order And Basic Components
Check your order The Pacer frame and accessories that you specifi ed in your order may be shipped in more than one carton. Use the diagrams in this manual to make sure your order is complete. If your shipment is incomplete or in any way damaged on arrival, please call Customer Service, 800.571.8198. -
Page 8: Upper Frames
Upper frames Height Adjustment To adjust the frame up or down, use use trigger (A). Standard upper The standard upper frame adjusts in height and provides support for various prompts and accessories. Dynamic upper Figure 8a To prevent serious CAUTION injury: •... -
Page 9: Base Frames
Base frames Standard base (see fi gure 9a) The standard base has four 5½“ casters. Each caster has a brake, drag, swivel lock, and directional lock. An odometer is also available as an option. Utility base (see fi gure 9b) The utility base has two 8“... -
Page 10: Casters And Wheels
Casters/wheels Adjustments (see fi gure 10a) prevents the caster from Swivel lock swiveling. press • To engage the swivel lock: button (A). Standard base , press button (B). • To disengage Locking all four casters will keep the client traveling in a straight line. Locking the rear casters (those behind the client) will help stabilize the client, while still allowing for turning. -
Page 11: Accessories
Accessories Odometer The odometer (see fi gure 11a) displays distance traveled. To reset display to 0, press button (A). To display total lifetime distance traveled, press and hold button (A) for one second. Lifetime distance will Figure 11a be displayed in kilometers or thousands of feet, depending on unit setting. -
Page 12: Hand Loops
Hand loops To prevent tipping and WARNING resulting injury, do not position handloops, arm prompts or arm platforms at the extreme ends of the top bar (see fi gure 12a). Attaching When the Pacer is used in the anterior Figure 12a position, it is recommended that hand loops are attached forward of the frame cross bar (see fi... - Page 13 Adjustments (see fi gure 13a) Loosen knob (A) to: • Completely remove the hand loop and clamp. • Or slide the hand loop toward or away from the client along the top bar. To adjust height of hand loop: • Press button (B) and slide post up or down to desired position.
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Page 14: Arm Prompts/Arm Platforms
Arm prompts To prevent tipping and WARNING resulting injury, do not position handloops, arm prompts or arm platforms at the extreme ends of the top bar (see fi gure 14a). Attaching When Pacer is used in the anterior position, it is recommended that arm prompts Figure 14a are attached forward of the frame cross bar (see fi... - Page 15 To adjust the handhold: 1. Loosen knob (C). 2. Slide handhold forward or back for different forearm lengths, or rotate the handhold from side to side. Arm strap (D) and wrist strap (E) secure the client’s arm in the arm prompt. Using the wrist strap prevents the client’s arm from inadvertently coming out of the arm prompt.
- Page 16 To adjust the height of arm platform: 1. Press button (B) and slide post to desired position. 2. Release button and push post to engage it. Or completely remove the arm platform from the Pacer by pressing button (B) and pulling out the post.
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Page 17: Chest Prompts
Chest prompt Attaching To prevent tipping, WARNING falls and resulting injury or death: • Position chest prompt so that the client’s center of gravity is centered between the casters. • Tighten all adjustment knobs on chest prompt prior to use. Attach chest prompt directly behind the frame cross bar (see fi... -
Page 18: Hip Positioner
Hip positioner Attaching To prevent tipping and WARNING resulting injury, do not position prompts at the rear ends of the top bar (see fi gure 18a). The hip positioner is designed to encourage forward-leaning. Attach this accessory with its two clamps and handholds a few inches Figure 18a from the end of the top bar. -
Page 19: Hip Positioner Pad
Hip positioner pad Assembly 1. Push the rear straps of the through the crossed over positioner straps and pull the into place (see fi gure 19c). 2. Snap front and side fl aps of together around the . Make sure hip positioner both snaps are securely fastened. -
Page 20: Pelvic Support
Pelvic support Attaching To prevent tipping and WARNING resulting injury, do not position prompts at the rear ends of the top bar (see fi gure 20a). The pelvic support provides weight-bearing assist. It is an alternate option to the hip positioner. - Page 21 Adjustment (see fi gure 21a) To adjust rear height of pelvic support: • Press buttons (A) and slide handholds to desired height. • Release buttons (A) and push down on handholds to engage them. To adjust position of handholds on frame: •...
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Page 22: Thigh Prompts
Thigh prompts Attaching Thigh prompts work best if attached behind the chest prompt on top bar (see fi gure 22a). Thigh prompt clamps are slightly different from the clamps of other accessories, but attach to the top bar in the same manner. -
Page 23: Ankle Prompts
Ankle prompts Attaching • Utility base: insert end of rod opposite latch (A) into rear wheel slot (B) (see fi gure 23b). Pull back white latch (A), and release into front slot under frame leg (C)(see fi gure23c). Figure 23a •... -
Page 24: Tray
Tray To prevent tipping and WARNING resulting injury: • Do not use the tray as a restraint or body support. • Directly supervise client’s use of the tray. • Do not place more than 10 lb. (4½ kg) on tray. Attaching The tray attaches to the Pacer with a clamp (C) (see page 11 for attachment details). -
Page 25: Multi Position Saddle
Multi-position saddle To prevent falling and WARNING resulting injury, the hip corral strap should be used for all non-weight-bearing clients, or any time added security is needed. Attaching (see fi gure 25a) under upper frame • To attach saddle press button (B) and insert saddle upright into recess under cross bar. -
Page 26: Operation
Operation Once the accessories are attached and adjusted approximately, the client can be placed in the Pacer in either an anterior or posterior position. To prevent tipping and WARNING resulting injury: • Position prompts so that the client’s center of gravity is centered between the casters. - Page 27 4. Place the client in the Pacer • Fasten the rear buckles of the chest prompt. 5. Pull the hip positioner or pelvic support through the legs and: • Connect the rings to the handholds. • Or fasten buckles if preferred. 6.
- Page 28 leaning angle in relation to the chest prompt (see fi gures 26a, 26b, 27a). 3. Adjust arm prompts or hand loops: • Adjust the width, height and angles of arm prompts (see pp 15–16) or handloops (see p 13). 4. Adjust thigh prompts: •...
- Page 29 4. Reset swivel locks if needed (see page 10). 5. If any other prompts are required follow anterior positioning instructions in reverse (see Pages 26 and 27). 6. Release caster brakes. For more details on accessories, function and recommended uses, go to: www.rifton.com/dynamicpacer...
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Page 30: Maintenance, Cleaning, And Warranty
The straps with hook and loop closures may be laundered. Engage the closures before washing. Do not iron. Wash casters with water after outdoor use. Avoid mud and sand. Warranty Statement If a Rifton product breaks or fails in service during the fi rst year, we will replace it free of charge. -
Page 31: Materials And User Modifi Cations
All materials are latex, lead and phthalates free. User modifi cations To prevent serious injury or death, do not modify or alter Rifton WARNING products or components, or use Rifton products or components in conjunction with products from other manufacturers. Rifton does not accept responsibility for any modifi... - Page 32 Use only replacement parts supplied by Rifton Equipment. We are glad to supply replacement parts. Although Rifton makes every effort to supply correct parts and instructions for repairing or refurbishing your equipment, you are responsible to make sure that the repairs or modifi cations are correctly and safely completed.
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