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Page 1 User manual – N. 2 – 2004...
Page 2 22037 Pontelambro (Co) - P.za Puecher, 2 – Italia tel. +39 (0) 31 3356811 fax +39 (0) 31 622111 www.fumagalli.org...
Page 3 Thank you for choosing MITICO as your new and colourful postural seat. Mitico is the result of extensive research and specific know-how in regards to children’s equipment. It supports their bodies in a careful and comfortable way. range of available colors, accessories and materials, guarantees that Mitico is individualized for the child.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
INDEX Before exploring the world of Mitico Seat ‘Postura’ –Postural seating unit, seat and back ‘Dentro’ indoor frame Pushbar for ‘Dentro’ indoor frame ‘Buggy’ outdoor frame ‘Fuori’ outdoor frame ‘Rolling’ outdoor frame ‘L’Altalena’ swing frame ‘Molla’ spring frame Mitico roof...
Page 6 The following state-of-the-art products have been tested and comply the CE 93/42 norm Note that incorrect use or underestimated dangers can be the cause of damage and/or accidents. Fumagalli do not undertake any responsibility for accidents caused by any use which is not in accordance with the instructions.
Page 7 In case of second-hand MITICO postural systems, Fumagalli do not undertake any responsibility for possible changes or unauthorized parts’ replacements; if you do not have the users’ manual, please get in touch with your dealer or directly with Fumagalli. We kindly ask you to check that your new goods in packages are not damaged by shipment. In this case, get in touch as soon as possible with your Fumagalli dealer.
Page 8 Pict A1 Abb. A1 Fitting on frames (pict. A2) The adaptor under the seating unit is the same for each Mitico frame; therefore the seating unit can interface all frames. Have the two plates join. (i.e. seat pan, and interface plate) Lay sliding surface A of the seating unit on adaptor B of the frame and let it slide up until pin C clicks into place.
Page 9 Frames removal (pict. A2) Loose the wing screw D and pull knob C downwards; push the seat forwards. ATTENTION  Do not carry out the above steps when the child is sitting.  Do not use the armrests to displace the seating unit, as they can detach ...
Page 10 SEATING Depth adjustment (pict. A4) Remove all padding. Loose the bolts P and place the seat extension as required. Replace and tighten the bolts. Width adjustment (pict. A4) The gap between the two padded side supports is adjustable (also asymmetrically). Green disks M between the side support and the steel shell can be easily added and removed.
Page 11 ARMRESTS (Pict. A4) Inclination and height adjustment Take off bolt S to change the height, after removing backrest padding. Place the armrest in the desired hole and fit it again with the bolt. Inclination is adjustable by unscrewing wing screw N, finding the new angle, tightening screw N, and also bolt Q.
Page 12: Dentro' Indoor Frame
F (and take forwards the seating unit ). Rotating wheels (pict. B1) Mitico system is equipped with four braked castors. This braking system stops the rotating and the pirouetting movements of each wheel. To fix the wheels, push downwards on brakes G .
Page 13 MITICO seating system, do not forget to brake the frame with its four braked castors.  Mitico system may be used only on safe, even and regular grounds.  Before all fitting operations, do not forget to brake all 4...
Page 14 Before all fitting operations, do not forget to brake all 4 castors! • The ‚Dentro’ indoor frame is not suitable for outdoor use or to overcome obstacles. • Mitico system may be used only on safe, even and regular grounds.
Page 15: Buggy' Outdoor Frame
Pict B5 “BUGGY” outdoor frame Frame for outdoors Folding outdoor frame with front pirouetting wheels, and foot-brakes on back wheels. It allows tilt-in-space. See pages 8-9 for seating unit fitting and removal. Frame unfolding (pict B6, B7) Lay the frame with wheels on the ground and raise the push handle while keeping plastic rings E raised up near the push handle.
Page 16 Do not carry out the above steps when the child is sitting. • Do not forget to fix the frame with the appropriate parking brakes when you stop Mitico. • Before closing the frame, loose lever H; otherwise the structure could be damaged.
Page 17 At the same time, rise up rear wheels and push BUGGY frame on the ground.  Do not forget to block the frame with the appropriate parking brakes when you stop the MITICO chair.  Do not use MITICO system on slopes exceeding 10°.
Page 18: Fuori' Outdoor Frame
“ FUORI” outdoor frame Frame for outdoors Folding outdoor frame with front pirouetting wheels, and brakes on back wheels. It enables the seat to face either towards the street or towards the caregiver, and it is equipped with tilt-in-space. It is equipped with springs for shock absorbtion for use on uneven ground. See pages 8-9 for seating unit fitting and removal.
Page 19 Tilting (pict B12) The seat tilting angle is controlled by the lever under the frame adapter B; chair can be tilted back by raising lever F (push backwards the seating unit) or can be tilted forward (take forwards the seating unit) Pict B12 Seating unit turn (pict B13) Pict B13...
Page 20 HINWEIS Durch leichtes Anheben kann der Klemmhebel G in eine gewünschte Position geschwenkt werden, ohne die Arretierung der Sitzneigung aufzuheben. Dazu den unteren Anteil des Schwenkhebels festhalten und den oberen Teil in die gewünschte Position drehen. NOTE With a light pull, lever G can be moved into a more appropriate position, without changing the tension on the bolt.
Page 21 Frame folding (pict B14, B15) Take off the seating unit and release levers I – L to loose the gas piston and recline the adapter. Loose levers E and G on the push bar . Move the pushbar towards the front wheels. Lower the pushbar handle under the support arch of front wheels;...
Page 22 Do not forget to block the frame with the appropriate parking brakes when you stop MITICO.  Do not use MITICO system on slopes exceeding 10°. BRAKE (pict B16) To brake the frame, press lever I1 toward the push bar handle; each braking system is independent and allows you to slow down or stop only the necessary wheel.
Page 23: Rolling' Outdoor Frame
“ROLLING” outdoor frame Outdoor foldable frame, rear wheels with drum brake. Modern design. It guarantees an efficient aid to be used outdoor, even on uneven grounds. See pages 8-9 for seating unit fitting and removal. ADJUSTMENTS (pict B18) Tilting The tilting angle is managed by the wing screw J under the frame adaptor;...
Page 24 At the same time, raise rear wheels and push ROLLING frame on the ground.  Do not forget to block the frame with the appropriate parking brakes when you stop MITICO.  Do not use MITICO system on slopes exceeding 10°. Pict B21 Abb. B21...
Page 25 BRAKE (pict B22) To stop the frame, pull the lever on the pushbar handle. Parking brake To block brakes: completely push the brake lever and raise the parking brake lever; release brake lever and check that the parking block is correctly set in.
Page 26: L'altalena' Swing Frame
“L’ALTALENA” Swing Frame (pict B24) The frame allows the seating unit to swing. See pages 8-9 for seating unit fitting and removal. Frame setting For an easier and faster frame setting, all parts have been given a corresponding letter, the same as on the correspondent screws and joints. Mount the elements of the frame by assembling the parts with each other.
Page 27: Molla' Spring Frame
Do not keep the frame outdoor, in a humid place or exposed to bad weather Pict B25 conditions.  The “ALTALENA” Swing and “MOLLA” Spring frames have to be used with seating unit Mitico only and under the assistance of expert staff.
Page 28: Mitico Roof
MITICO ROOF Mitico roof can be fitted on all Mitico seating units with outdoor frames. It is easy to assemble and very useful outside; equipped with rain protection Pict. C1 covering and joint to allow the roof to be pushed backwards.
Page 29: Headrests
Pict. D2 Pict. D1 HEADRESTS  Neck Rest (pict D1)  Anatomic head postural unit (pict D2)  Winged side, ‘shapeable’ head postural unit (pict D3)  ‘Cap’ front-rear forehead support (pict D4)  ‘shapeable’ head postural unit (pict D5) Pict.
Page 30 Pict. D4 Fitting on the seating unit (pict D6) Loose bolt T and put the bar of the headrest into the rear support of the Pict D6 backrest; then tighten the bolt. Abb. D6 Removal from the seating unit (pict D6) Carry out opposite process to the fitting operations.
Page 31 WING SIDE ANATOMIC AND SHAPEABLE HEADREST The anatomic and shapeable/or wing side shapeable headrests are equipped with a support that allows the best performance for their shaping possibilities. Mount and remove them by enclosing the chromed vertical bar in the fitting on the back side of the seat, fix with the Allen key.
Page 32 If the child needs a further support, to prevent one’s head from falling forwards, they can use the cap. It can be used together with all Mitico anatomic headrests and the neckrests too; moreover, the cap can be used with other headrests thanks to its fitting system.
Page 33: Shoulder Stabilizer
SHOULDER STABILIZER The stabilizer allows to control the child’s upper body (trunk). It is made up of a stiff structure and of two lateral padded supports. All the parts are washable. Pict E1 Abb. E1 Fit on headrest (pict E1) Loose bolt T and take away the headrest.
Page 34: Swing Away Side Support
SWING AWAY SIDE SUPPORT Lateral trunk support, individually adjustable in height, width and shape, with quick release, swing-away mechanism. Pict F1 Abb. F1 Fit on seating unit (pict F1, F2, F3) Remove the padding and the cushion from the backrest. Adjust the square nut 6 and the side support 7 into the backrest: screw in the correct position...
Page 35 Pict. F3 ADJUSTMENTS Width and height (pict 59) Swing away side supports are adjustable in height and width by use of bolt 8 that fix support 7: Loose the bolt, move the support to the proper position and tighten bolt 8. QUICK RELEASE (pict F3) The side support quick release and positioning are carried out by use of button 9;...
Page 36: Abductor
ABDUCTOR Depth adjustable abductor with removable and washable cover. Fit on the seating unit (pict G2) Fit the support 11 in hole V under the seat; fix with bolts 12. Fit the abductor in hole 11 and secure with bolt 13. Remove from the seating unit (pict G2) Loosen bolt 13 and take out the abductor.
Page 37: Bumper Bar
Pict. H1 BUMPER BAR Arm support, adjustable in depth and adaptable to the different positions of the armrests. Fit on the seating unit (pict H2) Fit the two bar ends in armrest’ holes Z and secure with wing screws J. Removal from the seating unit (pict H2) Carry out opposite process to the fitting operations.
Page 38: Transparent Front Tray
TRANSPARENT FRONT TRAY Pict. I1 Transparent front tray is flip away and adjustable in depth and lateral position. Fit on armrests (pict I2) Loose screw J of left armrest and fit the tray bar in hole Z of the armrest. Properly tighten screw J and be sure of its tightness Remove from the arm rests (pict I2) Carry out opposite process to the fitting operations...
Page 39 Properly tighten bolt 15 and make sure it is safe and tight. Swing Away (pict I4) Loose wing screw 14, raise the right side of the table and tilt it to left until it is next to the seating unit MITICO ATTENTION Maximum...
Page 40: Multifunctional Tray
Pict. L1 MULTIFUNCTIONAL TRAY Depth adjustable table with a wide surface area. Fit on armrests (pict L2, L3) Loose wing screws J of the armrests and fit the tray bars into armrest hole Z. Then properly tighten screws J and make sure it is well fixed Armrests removal Carry out opposite process to the fitting operations WARNING...
Page 41: Platform 'Style
Pict M1 PLATFORM “STYLE” It is made up of a metal supporting structure and a footrest equipped with heel cup. The metal structure is adjustable in angle and length. The footrest is adjustable in angle. Every heel cup is adjustable in width, depth and rotation. Fit on the frame (pict M1) Loose bolt W on the frame and slide in the higher part of the platform.
Page 42 Pict M2 Abb. M2 FOOTREST-ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Loose the quick relay under the plate and angle it as required. Tighten again the relay. HEEL CUPS / TOE STRAPS (pict M2) By loosening bolts 23 under the footplate, simultaneous adjustments of depth, width and rotation are allowed.
Page 43: Single Platform
SINGLE PLATFORM It is made up of a metal supporting structure and a footrest with foot straps. The structure is angle adjustable. The footrest is height and angle adjustable. Pict M4 Abb. M4 Fit on the frame (pict M4) Loosen bolt W on the frame and slide in the square tube of the footrest. Tighten safely bolt W.
Page 44 CALF PANEL FOR SINGLE PLATFORM Pict. M5 Provides support to legs and spreads the legs’ weight over a wide surface, height adjustable. Fitting the footrest (pict M6) Loose bolt 27 of the footrest and take it off the structure. Loose bolt 28 behind the legrest and fit it onto the footrest’ site. Tighten bolt 28 and refit the footrest to the structure, then tighten bolt 27 again.
Page 45 Pict. M7 INDIVIDUAL FOOTREST It is made up of a rigid structure with two individual footrests. Both footrests are independently adjustable in height, inward and outward rotation, lateral and depth adjustment. The footrests are equipped with Velcro straps (removable and washable) to fix one’s feet.
Page 46 Footplates Pict M9 Abb. M9 Angle adjustment (pict M10) Loosen bolt 34 and angle the single footplate as required. Tighten the bolt. Height (pict M8) Loose bolt 31 and place the single footplate at the required height; strongly tighten the bolt. Adduction (pict M8) Loose bolt 30 and place...
Page 47 CALF PANEL FOR INDIVIDUAL FOOTREST It supports the legs and spreads the legs’ weight over a wide surface; height adjustable. Fit on the footplates (pict M12) Loose bolt 32 and bolts 31 of the plates and take off from the supporting frame.
Page 48: Frontal Knee Supports
Pict N1 Abb. N1 FRONTAL KNEE SUPPORTS (Couple) The frontal knee support is equipped with two rests, covered with soft material, adjustable in width, depth, height and angle. Covers are removable and washable. Fitting on the frame (pict 85) Loose bolt W and take off the footrest. Loose bolt 36 of the knee support, and fit it in the footrest’...
Page 49: Belt With Braces
Pict O1 Depth (picture N1, N2) Abb. O1 Loosen bolt 38 and place the knee supports at the required depth; tighten bolts again. Angle and lateral adjustment (pict N1, N2) Loosen bolts 39 and position the supports as required; tighten the bolts again. Shape It is possible to customize the support by shaping the soft part.
Page 50 H-HARNESS USE (pict 03) Unlock the braces by pressing locks 41 and 42. Let the child sit then fit the braces to the higher locks with closures 41. Link the two braces with hook 42. Adjust the harnesses with rings 43 according to the child’s body. Pict O3 Abb.
Page 51: Pelvic Belt
45° PELVIC BELT It controls the pelvic area and prevents the childt from sliding forwards. Fit on the seating unit (pict P1) Set the pelvic belt on the seat with the coloured part upwards. Put the harnesses into holes Y of the seat. Removal from the seating unit Carry out opposite process to the fitting operations USE (pict P2)
Page 52: Vest With Braces
VEST WITH BRACES It supports and contains the child’s trunk to the seat in a comfortable way. All parts washable, according to label’s instructions. Fit on the seating unit (pict Q1-Q2) Remove the headrest and bolts O and T; then the plastic cover. Fix the higher harnesses in holes X of the seating unit.
Page 53: Anatomic Pelvic Abduction Belt
CHEST VEST USE (pict Q3) Loose the braces from the higher locks by pressing 47 then unzip. Let the child sit in the seating unit; then put the harnesses into place by higher locks 47 . Close the zip and adjust the harnesses according to child’s dimensions. NOTE Harnesses are produced long to be adjusted according to children’...
Page 54 ABDUCTOR STRAP USE (pict R2) Let the child sit in the seating unit; then pass the two belts between the legs and use locks 48 to fix. Adjust the harnesses according to child’s needs. NOTE Harnesses are produced long to be adjusted according to children’ need.
Page 55: Attention – Notes
Be sure that all joints, screws and levers are well fastened after the necessary adjustments. Take care of the child while in the Mitico system. Grounds with more than 10° inclination can endanger the frame balance. Be careful on uneven slopes.
Page 56: Maintenance
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Mitico seating system does not need any particular maintenance; an annual check up of mechanical parts by specilized personnel is suggested. As well, it is recommended to clean and polish wheels, to take off dust and dirty particles, which could brake or block wheels movements.
Page 57 IMPORTANT: Do not forget to show the guarantee certificate together withinvoice or purchase receipt provided by the retailer. GUARANTEE With the above guarantee, Fumagalli Srl guarantee this product won’t give any faults in materials and production for 2 years from the date of purchase.
Page 58: Guarantee
The above guarantee does not cover products used and showed during exhibitions, business meetings, seminars or similar events. Fumagalli Srl and authorized distributors are not responsible for damages caused by things, animals or people by their own environments. The above guarantee is limited to legal rights of users in compliance with the current valid national laws and to the contract...
Page 59 For any further technical help on the product, please contact : Ph : Fax : Email: PRODUCT: Series Number: Producer stamp and signature: Purchase Date: Name and address of the customer: ADDITIONAL GUARANTEE:...
Page 60: Separate Footrest
TECHNICAL DETAILS SEATING UNIT - 873002/3 – TRUNK/PELVIS POSTURALSEATING UNIT WEIGHT: 873002 small: see drawing - 873003 medium: see drawing SIZE: 873002 small: see drawing - 873003 medium: see drawing COVER FabricTREVIRA CS, fire-retardant and very transpiration-friendly. Hand washing with usual and neutral detergents, do not iron. PADDING Closed-cell sylicon fibre (17 Denier), very transpiration-friendly.
Page 61 TRANSPARENT FRONT TRAY 870041 Maximum load: 5 Kg (in balanced weight distribution) MULTIFUNCTIONAL TRAY 870043 Maximum load: 5 Kg (in balanced weight distribution) “L’ALTALENA” Swing Frame 876004 Weight: 37 kg Maximum load: 40 kg “MOLLA” Spring Frame 876005 Weight: 21 kg Maximum load: 20 kg...
Page 62 „FUORI“ outdoor frame DENTRO” indoor frame “ 874004 876005 Weight: 13,5 kg Weight: 12 kg Maximum load: 50 kg Maximum load: 50 kg Size: see drawing Size: see drawing Gas piston: 350 N Gas piston: 350 N...
Page 63 „ROLLING“ outdoor frame BUGGY” outdoor frame ” 874101/2 874001/2 Weight Weight 874101 small size: 10,4 kg 874001 small size: 12.5 kg 874102 medium size: 10,4 kg 874002 medium size: 13 kg Maximum load Maximum load 874101 small size: 40 kg 874001 small size: 40 kg 874102 medium size: 40 kg...
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