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- Page 1 Pacer Gait Trainer K620, K630, K640 & K650 Product Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Hand loops 13-15 Arm prompts/arm platforms Handbrake Chest prompt Hip positioner Hip positioner pad 20-21 Pelvic support Thigh prompts Ankle prompts Tray Multi-position saddle Guide bar Operation 27-29 Maintenance, cleaning, and warranty Materials and user modifi cations © 2019 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 | User And Item Dimensions
Recommended use The 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. User and item dimensions User dimensions –... -
Page 6: 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 7: Upper Frames
Upper frames Height adjustment To adjust the frame up or down, Figure 7a: use use trigger (A). Standard upper The standard upper frame adjusts in height and provides support for various prompts and accessories. Dynamic upper Figure 7a To prevent serious CAUTION injury: •... -
Page 8: Base Frames
Base frames Standard base The standard base has four 5½" Figure 8a: casters (4" for the small). Each caster has a brake, drag, swivel lock and directional lock. An odometer is an optional accessory. Utility base The utility base has two 8“ Figure 8b: Figure 8a front casters and two 11½“... -
Page 9: Casters And Wheels
Casters/wheels Adjustments Figure 9a: prevents the caster from Swivel lock swiveling. press • To engage the swivel lock: Standard base button (A). , 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 10: Accessories
Accessories Odometer The odometer displays Figure 10a: 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 10a be displayed in kilometers or thousands of feet, depending on unit setting. -
Page 11: 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 11a). Attaching When the Pacer is used in the anterior Figure 11a position, it is recommended that hand loops are attached forward of the frame cross bar. - Page 12 Adjustments Figure 12a: 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 13: 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 13a). Attaching When Pacer is used in the anterior position, it is recommended that arm prompts are Figure 13a attached forward of the frame cross bar. - Page 14 To adjust the handgrip: Figure 14a: 1. Loosen knob (C). 2. Slide handgrip forward or back for different forearm lengths, or rotate the handgrip 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 Figure 14a attached inside top bar...
- Page 15 Arm straps (C) secure the Figure 15a: client’s arm in the arm platform. They can be removed completely, if desired. Unfasten the strap and pull it out of the slot beneath the platform. To reposition the entire arm platform: 1. Loosen knob (D). 2.
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Page 16: Handbrake
Handbrake To prevent serious WARNING injury or death: • Use Pacer only on smooth level surfaces. • Hand brake is not intended to stop Figure 16a Pacer on hills. • Adult supervision is required at all times. Attaching to base Figure 16b: 1. -
Page 17: Chest Prompt
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 Figure 17a: behind the frame cross bar. -
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 Figure 18b: to encourage forward-leaning. Attach this accessory with its two clamps and Figure 18a handholds a few inches away from the end of the top bar. -
Page 19: Hip Positioner Pad
Hip positioner pad Assembly Front Figure 19b: 1. Push the rear straps of the through the crossed over positioner straps and pull the into place. 2. Snap front and side fl aps of together around the . Make sure hip positioner Rear 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 Figure 20b: weight-bearing assist. It is an alternate option to the hip positioner. Attach Figure 20a this accessory with its two clamps and handholds a few inches away from the end... - Page 21 Adjustment Figure 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: Figure 21a •...
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Page 22: Thigh Prompts
Thigh prompts Attaching Thigh prompts work best Figure 22a: if attached behind the chest prompt on top bar. Thigh prompt clamps are slightly different from the clamps of other accessories, but attach to the top bar in the same manner (see page 10). Adjustments Figure 22b: 1. -
Page 23: Ankle Prompts
Ankle prompts Attaching Figures 23a – 23c: • Utility base: insert end of rod opposite latch (A) into rear wheel slot (B). Pull back white latch (A), and release into front slot under frame leg (C). Figure 23a • Standard base: pull back white latches and release into slots under frame legs. -
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 Figure 24a:... -
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 additional security is needed. Attaching Medium and large MPS, Figure 25a: • To attach large saddle under upper frame press button (B) and insert saddle upright into the recess under the cross bar. -
Page 26: Guide Bar
Guide bar To prevent injury, WARNING adult supervision is required at all times. Always remove guide bar when not in use. The guide bar is available for the small, medium and large sizes. Attaching Attach to either side of the Figure 26a: center section on the base frame. -
Page 27: 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 28 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 29 6. Release caster brakes. transfers. For more details on accessories, function to immobilize 1. Apply the caster brakes and recommended uses, go to: the Pacer. www.rifton.com/pacer Unfasten clamps 2. Remove accessories. around the top bars (see page 10).
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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 components are lead free and not made with natural rubber latex. 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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