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URSUS ™ SPECIAL NEEDS STROLLER USER MANUAL...
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5 903240 632381 CAUTION! Manufacturer takes responsibility for proper usage of the device only when the product was purchased from qualified Akces-Med employee or at specialized medical store! CAUTION! AKCES-MED Ltd. reserve the right to introduce technical and trading changes in the content of the instruction without warning.
URSUS CONTENTS 1.The purpose of instruction manual ..................6 2. Indications for use .........................6 3. General characteristics of stroller..................7 3.1. Standard equipment....................7 3.2. Additional equipment....................8 4. Size table..........................11 5.Description how to assemble stroller................12 6.Detailed description how to use stroller................13 6.1 How to fold stroller ....................13 6.2 How to unfold stroller ..................15...
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URSUS 8. The use of stroller.......................38 8.1. Preparation of patient....................38 8.2. How to use stroller.....................39 9. Safety rules.........................40 10. Maintenance and cleaning....................43 www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 77 export@akces-med.com...
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URSUS INTRODUCTION Special needs rehabilitation stroller was created for transport and daily rehabilitation. The stroller is for patients with illnesses which make independent sitting and standing difficult or impossible. (It refers to triplegia, paresis and serious paraplegia). Taking sitting position by someone who is disabled from birth is highly important stage of complex rehabilitation process.
URSUS THE PURPOSE OF USER MANUAL The present user manual contains basic information which is essential for proper usage, preparation, maintenance, cleaning and guarantee conditions URSUS regarding ™ stroller. User manual should be kept in easily accessible place. It is designed for people who look after disabled children, and for both doctors as well as physiotherapists who operate the device.
URSUS GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STROLLER 3.1 Standard equipment 1. Adjustable handle edged with leather 10. Cover for folding mechanism 2. Adjustable backrest 11. Rear wheels equipped with inflatable TT tyres. 3. Adjustable, removable seat 12. Brakes for rear wheels 4. Head support equipped with width adjustment 13.
URSUS Regulating knobs situated at the back of stroller: A. Knobs for adjustment of headrests B. Lever for adjustment of tilting function C. Knobs for adjustment of backrest tilt angle D. Knobs for adjustment of backrest height E. Elements of folding mechanism 3.2.
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URSUS USS_131 Firm headrest made USS_130 4 points safety vest USS_128 Abduction block of foam USS_134 Narrowing pads (set) USS_137 Narrowing pads 6 cm (set)10 cm USS_027 Side supports Stabilizacja BodyMap USS_313 Back cushion USS_311, USS_315 USS_310, USS_314 Bodymap B...
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URSUS USS_414 Tray Plexiglas® USS_416 Summer footmuff USS_411 Cup holder USS_420 Folding canopy with USS_418 Hood for winter USS_417 Winter footmuff footmuff side covers Storage USS_402 Sun umbrella USS_501 Lady’s bag USS_504 Men’s bag USS_507 Oxygen tank USS_505 Under seat storage...
URSUS DESCRIPTION HOW TO ASSEMBLE STROLLER Remember that stroller needs to be assembled. Manufacturer cannot assemble this stroller due to transportation issues. We will give you stroller which needs to be mounted. It consists of 2 parts: frame (16) and seat (3). In order to use the stroller please follow these steps: STEP 1.
How to unfold stroller 6.1. Ursus stroller can be folded irrespective of whether seat is placed forwards or backwards. It is also possible to fold only frame but before it is necessary to remove seat (look point 6.5). It is...
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URSUS STEP 2. Put backrest (2) as forwards as possible (the adjustment of backrest tilt angle - look point 6.8.2, page 23); STEP 3. Stand behind stroller and pull upwards elements of folding mechanism which are situated on both sides of stroller frame until they are completely pulled out (fig.5);...
URSUS 6.2. How to unfold the stroller (perform all activities from point 5.1 the other way around) fot.5 In order to unfold stroller it is necessary to pull handle backwards until all side elements fromfrom are blocked and stroller is completely unfolded (fig.8)
URSUS 6.4. Footrest (8) 6.4.1. The adjustment of the footrest should be performed with the aid of selector lever. Please follow these steps so as to adjust the footrest: Turn the lever anti-clockwise STEP 1. (fig. 11); fig.11 STEP 2. Adjust the tilt angle of the footrest at your discretion and tighten firmly the lever.
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URSUS STEP 2. Adjust the tilt angle of the footrest at your discretion STEP 3. Lower the strip downwards as much as possible (fig.14) and then tighten firmly two fastening screws (fig.15); fig.14 fig.15 STEP 4. Fasten the belt by means of Velcro tape that is situated under the footrest's plate (fig.16).
URSUS 6.4.3. Footrest is equipped with foot stabilizing belts which should be fastened criss crossed with the aid of Velcro tapes. It is possible to adjust the length of belts (fig.19,20). fig.19 fig.20 CAUTION! Once the adjustment of tilt angle is done, it is necessary to tighten adjustable lever and screws which regulate the height of footrest.
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URSUS STEP 4. Move seat upwards and turn it (fig.26); STEP 5. Place seat on stroller frame in a way that back seat's mounting bar (fig.28) (in case when stroller is placed backwards) or front seat's mounting bar (fig.28) (in case when stroller is placed forwards - fig.21) is placed in catches situated on...
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URSUS 6.5.1. ollow these steps so as to rearrange seat: STEP 1. Block brakes (12) (look point 6.3.1, page 15); STEP 2. djust the footrest angle in parallel with the seat (look point 6.4.1, page 16); STEP 3. Pull the mandrel of catch that is situated under seat (fig.23) and at the same time pull handle that releases seat (fig.24).
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URSUS 6.5.2.It is possible to adjust the depth of seat: loosen two regulating screws and four knobs that are placed under seat. Adjust the depth at your discretion and tighten screws as well as knobs (fig.29). Two regulating screws Four knobs fig.29...
URSUS fig.31 fig.32 Maximum and minimum seat's tilt angle Pelvic (17) and chest (6) pelottes 6.6. 6.6.1. Backrest and seat are equipped with side pelottes which make it possible for patient to maintain correct posture. In order to adjust the arrangement of pelvic pelottes...
URSUS 6.7. Head support (4) 6.7.1. Regarding head support, it is possible to adjust the arrangement of pelottes which makes it possible for patient to keep head in a correct position. Loosen knobs situated at the b a c k o f h e a d s u p p o r t , a d j u s t t h e fig.35...
URSUS 6.9. Adjustable handle (1) 6.9.1. Press simultaneously two buttons on both sides of handle (fig.38) so as to adjust the handle position. Next, release buttons so as to block handle at chosen height. fig.38 6.10. Safety rail (7) 6.10.1 Stroller is equipped with safety rail thanks to which patient do not fell out.
URSUS 6.11 5 points belts (5) Stroller is equipped with 5 points belts which stabilize the patient and protect him/her from felling. Connect fastenings situated on vest's belts (fig.41) and insert them into clip from seat (fig.42) so as to fasten the belts .
URSUS CAUTION! Once 5 points belts are fastened, it is necessary pull them so as to check if: buckles do not become undone due to the pressure ź buckles do not move due to incorrect assembly ź buckles do not slide out of the fastening ź...
URSUS ASSEMBLY OF ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT 7.1 Lady’s bag, USS_501; Men’s bag, USS_504; DeLux Bag, USS_502 Bags are very capacious and have a lot of useful pockets. There is possibility to attach them to the stroller or worn them on the arm thanks to the long adjustable belt.
URSUS 7.4 Seat narrowing cushions 6 cm, USS_134 Seat narrowing cushions 10 cm, USS_137 Seat narrowing cushions 6 cm and 10 cm help to adjust the seat width to the patient dimensions. Their attachment is possible thanks to the Velcro straps placed on the stroller upholstery (pic.48).
URSUS 7.6 Sun umbrella, USS_402 So as to mount sun umbrella (fig.55) it is necessary to loosen clip and place it on handle's frame. Next, adjust proper position and tighten knob (fig.56). The adjustment of sun umbrella can be regulated with the aid of button which is situated next to clip (fig.57).
URSUS Canopy without side covers, USS_405 Please follow these steps so as to mount canopy: STEP 1. Undo upholstery (fig.60) and put it on backrest in a way that backrest of stroller is visible. STEP 2. Untighten two screws at backrest's frame on both sides of stroller (fig.61);...
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URSUS STEP 8. It is possible to adjust canopy (fig.70-72) by pulling canopy down towards seat. fig.70 fig.71 fot.72 fot.35 fot.35 fot.35 STEP 9. Canopy is equipped with small window thanks to which it is possible to observe child. Roll outer cover, fasten it at canopy with the aid of catch so as to use this window (fig.73, 74).
URSUS Canopy with side covers, USS_420 Please follow these steps so as to mount canopy with side covers: STEP 1. Mount canopy on stroller and follow instructions presented in point 7.8 (look point 7.8, Canopy without side covers USS_405, page 30-32), STEP 2.
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URSUS 7.10 H Harness, USS_114 Please follow these steps so as to mount H harness: STEP 1. Dismantle standard 5 points belts. STEP 2. Upper belts from H harness should be inserted into grooves from H harness should be inserted into grooves from fig.80...
URSUS 7.11 6 points harness, USS_125 Please follow these steps so as to mount 6 points vest: STEP 1. Put vest on the patient and then zip up both zipper and clamp situated at the front of the vest (fig.86-89);...
URSUS fig.94 fot.35 7.12 Tray, USS_403 Please follow these steps so as to mount tray: STEP 1. Dismantle safety rail (->look point 6.10, page 24); STEP 2. Put tray in a place where safety rail was mounted. Remember that buttons fig.95...
URSUS 7.13 Rain cover USS_408 Rain cover (fig.98) should be situated in a place where either canopy without side covers (USS_405) or canopy with side covers (USS_420) were mounted before. Please follow these steps so as to mount rain cover: STEP 1.
Remember to use the product only with someone who is trained and knowledgeable. Do not forget to prepare both product as well as patient before using URSUS™ stroller! 8.1. Preparation of the patient Before using the product, it is essential to make sure that: ·...
URSUS 8.2. How to use stroller 1. Before use it is necessary to: · Unfold the device; · Place the device on even ground; · Make sure that all parts are serviceable, correctly mounted and stable; · Block brakes; ·...
URSUS SAFETY RULES CAUTION! stroller has to be used in URSUS™ compliance with guidelines in this user manual. It is highly important to consult either doctor or physiotherapist in order to make right decision concerning the choice of stroller and its size. It is also essential to familiarize with the guidelines described in user manual before using the device.
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URSUS 2. It is forbidden to use stroller for different purposes that it is intended to. 3. It is forbidden to use stroller when it is damaged or any part is missing. 4. It is forbidden to leave the patient unattended.
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URSUS CAUTION! It is forbidden to place the patient in the device while being in car, bus or train. CAUTION! The product contains small parts which children may swallow. CAUTION! It is forbidden to make any changes concerning stroller 's structure due to the fact that it is dangerous and it results in loosing warranty.
URSUS MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Stroller should be kept clean and used in compliance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The device should be kept in clean, dry and ventilated room. Maintenance as well as cleaning have to be performed at least once a month. Regular cleaning and maintenance of stroller are indispensable to maintain its correct functionality as well as safety.
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URSUS CAUTION! Remember that upholstery has to be always dry before using! Before using it is necessary to: · clean wheels; · check if base as well as wheels are correctly mounted; check if brake stops turning wheel · make sure that all wooden parts e.g. tray don't have splinters ·...
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ORTHOPAEDIC DEVICES MANUFACTURER Akces-MED Sp. z o.o. Jasionka 955B 36-002 Jasionka tel. (17) 864 04 77 www.akces-med.com e-mail: export@akces-med.com Authorised Dealer Date of issue: 25.11.2013 The last update: 05.02.2016...
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