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Otto Bock DISCOVERY TMAX Instructions For Use Manual

Otto Bock DISCOVERY TMAX Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 1 Instructions for use (user) ..................
  • Page 2 2 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6.3.8 Tip-Assist ............................6.3.9 Tray ..............................6.3.10 Belts/Belt Systems ..........................6.3.10.1 Belts/Belt Systems ..........................6.3.11 Additional options ..........................Disassembly/Transportation ......................... Use in vehicles for transporting persons with reduced mobility ..............6.5.1 General Safety Instructions ........................discovery tmax Ottobock | 3...
  • Page 4 Disposal ................................Disposal Information ..........................Legal information .............................. Service Life ............................Liability .............................. CE Conformity ............................ Warranty ............................Trademarks ............................Appendices ................................ 10.1 Technical Data ............................ 10.2 Threshold values for wheelchairs transportable by train ................4 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 5: Foreword

    It can be operated either by the user or by an attend­ ant. tmax The discovery can be used indoors and outdoors. In order to provide an optimised, individual fitting, it is adjustable and/or adaptable. discovery tmax Ottobock | 5...

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    10 Knee lever wheel lock 4 Seat frame 11 Rear wheel 5 Lashing point (option) 12 Locking pedal 6 Footrest 13 Hole channel for angle adjustments (2.5° increments) 7 Footplate 14 Pivot point for angle adjustments 6 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 7: Safety

    14 Pivot point for angle adjustments 3 Safety 3.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury. WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury. CAUTION Warnings regarding possible technical damage. NOTICE discovery tmax Ottobock | 7...

  • Page 8: General Safety Instructions

    ► The torque specifications in these instructions for use are the optimum values for tightening specific screw connections. A torque wrench with Nm setting must be used for connections on this product. WARNING Improper handling of packaging materials Risk of suffocation ► Keep packaging materials away from children. 8 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 9 ► Do not reach into the adjustment mechanism when changing the seat tilt settings. ► If equipped with a locking lever: prevent the lever from getting caught in the Bowden cable (see fig. 18), as this can result in release of the seat tilt feature. discovery tmax Ottobock | 9...
  • Page 10 ► Do not reach between the rear wheel and the knee lever wheel lock when driving the wheelchair. ► Ensure the knee lever wheel lock is properly adjusted (approx. 5 mm gap to the tyres, technical changes reserved) and the tyre pressure is sufficient. 10 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 11 Risk of accidents/falling due to poor traction, reduced braking force or lack of manoeuvrability ► Ensure that the tyres have sufficient tread depth. ► Ensure that the knee lever wheel lock is properly adjusted (approx. 5 mm gap to the tyres, technical changes reserved). discovery tmax Ottobock | 11...
  • Page 12 ► If possible, prevent sand or other dirt particles from coming into contact with the wheel bearings and locking mechanism. NOTICE Wear of seat cushions, padding and upholstery Risk of damage to the product ► Have the seat cushions, padding and upholstery replaced promptly in case of damage. 12 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 13: Name Plate

    The basic equipment may have been adapted to the needs of the user by adding options. For the use of these options, please see section "Use". 4.4 Storage The wheelchair must be stored in a dry place. An ambient temperature between -10 °C and +40 °C must be main­ tained. discovery tmax Ottobock | 13...

  • Page 14: Preparation For Use

    ► The safe adaptation of a third-party seating system is the sole responsibility of the qualified personnel provid­ ing the fitting. The qualified personnel must complete these tasks according to the manufacturer's specifica­ tions. Ottobock assumes no liability in case of problems with third-party seating systems. 14 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 15: Usage

    Tipping, falling from the seating shell/seating system ► Always practice wheelchair boarding and transfers by the user in the presence of an additional helper. ► For boarding and transfers, always secure the wheelchair with the knee lever wheel lock. discovery tmax Ottobock | 15...
  • Page 16 (see fig. 10, item 1–3). 6) Fold the footplates down, position the feet on the footplates and secure them if necessary. 7) Release the knee lever wheel locks. → The wheelchair can now be used. 16 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 17: Information On Use

    All seating system settings have already been adapted/adjusted to the needs of the user by the qualified personnel when the product was delivered. When the product is handed over to the user, the qualified personnel instructs the user in the use of the chosen seating system. discovery tmax Ottobock | 17...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Seat/Seating System Angle

    7) Visually check that the locking pins have engaged properly. → The locking pins have to protrude slightly past the perforated plate (see fig. 17, item 1). → The locking pins must be in the same angle position on both sides. 18 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 19 CAUTION! Listen for the sound it makes when it engages. If necessary, move the push handles or push bar up and down slightly in order to align the locking mechanism so that the locking pins on both sides can engage in the bore holes exactly. discovery tmax Ottobock | 19...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Back Angle

    → Press the pin in (see fig. 26, item 1). → Slide the pin in all the way to the stop (see fig. 26, item 2). → Release the pin. 4) Visually check the pins inserted into each side: 20 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 21: Mounting/Removing The Seating Shell/Seating System

    3) Pull the release handle under the seating unit up (see fig. 28). 4) Fold the seat back (see fig. 29). 5) Pull the retaining claw of the seating shell support from the adapter tube (see fig. 30). → The seat has been removed. discovery tmax Ottobock | 21...
  • Page 22 Ottobock offers a trapezoid adapter for individual third party seating systems. The lower section (see fig. 34) has been mounted to the seat plate. The upper section (see fig. 36, item 1) is loc­ ated on the underside of the seating system (see fig. 36, item 3). 22 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 23: Using The Cross Tube With Back Guide

    The cross tube with back guide for seating shell backs allows the angle of the seating shell backrest to be adjusted independently. 1) Release the clamping lever (see fig. 37). 2) Twist the back guide on to the cross tube (see fig. 38). 3) Close the clamping lever tightly (see fig. 37). discovery tmax Ottobock | 23...

  • Page 24: Side Panels

    4) Verify that the arm rest/locking mechanism is firmly engaged. INFORMATION: If required, push the arm rest up or down slightly until it locks into place audibly. INFORMATION For easier boarding, the arm rest can also be removed entirely. 24 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 25: Adjusting A Channel Forearm Pad With Swivel Unit

    The height of the one-piece push bar on the wheelchair can be adjusted in order to make pushing easier for the attendant. 1) Open the clamping levers on the left/right. 2) Adjust the height of the push bar. 3) Firmly close the clamping levers on the left/right. discovery tmax Ottobock | 25...

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Height-Adjustable Push Handle

    1) If necessary: open the calf band and disengage it from the holder (see fig. 50). 2) Fold up the footrest (see fig. 54). 3) Release the footrest lock (see fig. 46). 4) Swing the footrest out by 90° (see fig. 47). 5) Pull the footrest up and remove it. 26 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 27 1) Press the release handle for removing the footrest (see fig. 52, item 1). 2) Swivel the footrest at least 30° outwards (see fig. 52, item 2) until it can be removed. 3) Pull the footrest up and remove it. discovery tmax Ottobock | 27...

  • Page 28: Folding Up The Footplates

    Grip the footplate and fold it up (see fig. 54). Centre footrest Fold up the footplates inwards (see fig. 55). Single-panel footplate Grip the footplate centrally at the front and fold it up towards the rear (see fig. 56, see fig. 57). 28 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Angle Of The Footrest

    1) Reach into the spokes close to the hub with your fingers (see fig. 60). 2) Use your thumb to press the pushbutton on the quick-release axle. 3) Remove/install the rear wheel (see fig. 61). The quick-release axle must not be removable after releasing the pushbutton. discovery tmax Ottobock | 29...

  • Page 30: Brakes

    ► Push the handle of the knee lever wheel lock to the back (see fig. 63). → The wheel lock bolt releases the wheel. INFORMATION With the "pull to lock" version, the directions to engage/disengage the wheel lock are reversed compared to the "push to lock" version. 30 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Knee Lever Wheel Lock

    3) Deactivate the wheel lock again by pressing the locking slide (see fig. 67, item 2). The rear wheels with quick-release axles can still be removed via the quick-release axles when the wheel lock lever is released (not pictured). discovery tmax Ottobock | 31...

  • Page 32: Anti-Tipper

    3) Reactivate the anti-tipper after crossing the obstacle: in order to do so, push in the tripod spring on the anti-tip­ per and rotate the anti-tipper down by about 180° until it locks into place. 32 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 33: Tip-Assist

    ► Slide the tray on to the armrests. Removing the tray ► Pull the tray off the armrests. 6.3.10 Belts/Belt Systems 6.3.10.1 Belts/Belt Systems The manufacturer currently does not offer any belts/belt systems as options for this product. discovery tmax Ottobock | 33...

  • Page 34: Additional Options

    Ottobock products in vehicles for transporting persons with reduced mobility, order number 646D158. The transport weight of the person being transported is limited to max. 100 kg (weight with seating shell). 34 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 35: Care

    Ottobock spare parts are used for repairs. 7.1.1 Maintenance Intervals The functions described below must be checked by the user or an attendant at the specified intervals. During these tasks, the user must not be sitting in the wheelchair: discovery tmax Ottobock | 35...

  • Page 36: Maintenance Tasks

    Check the screw connections on a regular basis. Screw connections should be periodically checked for tightness, especially during the initial period of use or after making adjustments. If a screw connection comes loose repeatedly, contact the specialist dealer promptly. 36 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 37: Repair

    4) Insert the tube into the tyre. 5) Mount the other side of the tyre on the rim, starting from the position across the valve. Ensure that the tube is not pinched between the tyre and rim during this process. discovery tmax Ottobock | 37...

  • Page 38: Special Case Of Wheels With Pu Tyres

    This product meets the requirements of the European Directive 93/42/EEC for medical devices. This product has been classified as a class I device according to the classification criteria outlined in Annex IX of the directive. The 38 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 39: Warranty

    All brands, trade names or company names may be registered trademarks and are the property of the respective owners. Should trademarks used in this document fail to be explicitly identified as such, this does not justify the conclusion that the denotation in question is free of third-party rights. discovery tmax Ottobock | 39...

  • Page 40: Appendices

    6 bar See the print on the tyre wall for the permissible tyre pressure INFORMATION Observe the safety instructions regarding air pressure and tyres (see Page 8, subsection "Hazards due to incor­ rect air pressure/defective tyres") 40 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 41: Threshold Values For Wheelchairs Transportable By Train

    Maximum inclination angle on which the wheelchair will 6 (dynamic stability in all directions) remain stable [°] 9 (static stability in all directions, also when wheel lock engaged) Threshold value is always maintained with this type of wheelchair, Technical data discovery tmax Ottobock | 41...
  • Page 42 42 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 43 · www.ottobock.com.au Otto Bock Bulgaria Ltd. info@ottobock.sk · www.ottobock.sk 41 Tzar Boris III‘ Blvd. · 1612 Sofia · Bulgaria Beijing Otto Bock Orthopaedic Industries Co., Ltd. T +359 2 80 57 980 · F +359 2 80 57 982 Otto Bock Sava d.o.o. B12E, Universal Business Park info@ottobock.bg · www.ottobock.bg Industrijska bb ·...
  • Page 44 Ihr Fachhändler | Your specialist dealer Otto Bock Mobility Solutions GmbH Lindenstraße 13 · 07426 Königsee-Rottenbach/Germany www.ottobock.com Ottobock has a certified Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 13485.

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