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Akces-Med employee or at specialized medical store! AKCES-MED Ltd. reserve the right to introduce technical and trading changes in the content of the instruction without warning. Medical product first class according to the Regulation 93/42/EWG of European Parliament and Council regarding medical products.
® NOVA CONTENTS The purpose of user manual ..................5 2. Indication for use......................5 3. General characteristics of stroller.................6 3.1. Standard equipment..................6 3.2. Additional equipment..................7 4. Size table.........................9 5. How to use the stroller....................10 5.1 Floding the stroller....................11 5.2 Unfloding the stroller..................13 5.3 Footrest.......................14...
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NOVA INTRODUCTION ® NOVA is a cosy special needs stroller for people with locomotor disabilities. It is especially recommended for spastic users as well as those requiring additional stabilization. The deep seat provides a comfortable position in the stroller, which helps to correct posture defects and significantly prevents their deepening.
® NOVA 1. THE PURPOSE OF USER MANUAL The present user manual contains basic information which is essential for proper usage, preparation, maintenance, cleaning and guarantee ® conditions regarding NOVA 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.
® NOVA 3.2. Additional equipment NVA_001 NVA_002 NVA_101 Thigh abduction belts LED lights Belt for moving patients AM-P NVA_114 NVA_126 NVA_107 Pelvic brace with pelvic belt Trunk belt H Harness NVA_128 NVA_130 NVA_134 Narrowing pads 6 cm Adjustable abduction block...
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® NOVA NVA_411 NVA_415 NVA_412 NVA_415 NVA_415 Cup holder Wheel cover Elastico seat cushion Чехол на колеса Чехол на колеса NVA_415 NVA_501 NVA_506 NVA_509 Organizer bag Чехол на колеса Carrier bag for the stroller NVA_701 NVA_702 NVA_703 Rear inflatable tire...
® NOVA SZCZEGÓŁOWY OPIS OBSŁUGI WÓZKA 5. HOW TO USE THE STROLLER Info icon – appears in the manual when you need to read the additional information. PRESS Info icon – appears in the manual when you need to press the button shown in the photo.
® NOVA 5.1. FOLDING THE STROLLER Keep the user away from the moving parts when folding and unfolding the stroller. There is a serious risk of injury. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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® NOVA PRESS PRESS Removing the axle from the wheel will save space during transporting the stroller. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
® NOVA 5.2. UNFOLDING THE STROLLER PRESS Make sure that the stroller has been correctly unfolded, the elements of the folding mechanism overlap the frame and are blocked. fig. 18 19 www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
® NOVA 5.5. ADJUSTABLE WHEELBASE You can change the position of the wheel axles depending on the user's needs. You can move them forward or backward due to special holes in the stroller frame, where you put the bushing, into which the wheel axles are inserted and fastened in the frame with the use of the quick-release system.
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® NOVA When changing the mounting place of the wheels in the stroller, the distance between its axles is also changed. The wheelbase change should be done independently for each wheel. Remember that after changing the mounting place of the wheels, they should be arranged symmetrically on the right and left side of the stroller.
® NOVA 5.6. ADJUSTABLE BACKREST Do not adjust the backrest with the user in the stroller. There are three backrest positions possible. 45 46 47 www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
® NOVA There is a pocket at the rear of the backrest, where you can keep small, necessary accessories. Do not overload the pocket as it may cause the stroller to lose its balance. The maximum load of the pocket is 1,5 kg.
® NOVA 5.9. 5-POINT SAFETY BELTS The 5-point safety belts can be mounted at the desired height, depending on the user's needs. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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® NOVA The strap should be threaded through the sliding buckle as shown in the photo. The length of the strap depends on the position of the sliding buckle. Sliding buckle Strap Always make sure that the user has the 5-point belts properly fastened while using the stroller.
® NOVA 5.10. UPHOLSTERY 5.10.1. FLEX UPHOLSTERY The flex upholstery is the supporting element of the stroller. Each time before use, control its condition and check if it is properly fastened and does not unfasten under pressure. If the flex upholstery has any sign of damage or loosening of stitching, contact the manufacturer to have the product repaired.
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® NOVA The flex upholstery is the supporting element of the stroller and has 3 points which hold up the structure (fig. 99). Each time you mount the flex upholstery on the stroller, check if it is properly fastened. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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® NOVA Both the flex and waterproof HYDRO™ upholstery can be cleaned with water and mild cleaning products. Remember to remove the wooden element from the inside of the upholstery before cleaning. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
® NOVA 5.11. SAFETY RAIL The front rail has a safety lock which protects it against an accidental removal. One end of the safety rail is shorter than the other, which makes it possible to open the rail easily and quickly.
® NOVA THE USE OF STROLLER ® NOVA stroller has to be used with compliance to guidelines included in this user manual. Remember to use the product only with someone who is trained and knowledgeable. Do not forget to prepare both product as well as patient ®...
® NOVA 6.2. PREPARATION OF THE 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; §...
® NOVA Equipment works correctly only when the device is adjusted according to patient's height as well as weight. Remember to take all these measurements into account while purchasing the product. Correct adjustment is the most important due to the fact that only then the product is safe.
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® NOVA 3) There is a risk that the upper straps of the vest will press the patient's neck, blocking the trachea and making it difficult to breathe. This might happen if the patient's body is improperly secured in the seat or stroller – it is then necessary to use the optional accessories of these devices and stabilize the patient's body using the lateral supports.
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® NOVA To prevent injuries and to minimize the risks associated with the use of the vest, the following rules should be followed: 1) The position of the vest MUST be checked each time after putting the patient in the seat.
NOVA SAFETY RULES ® NOVA stroller has to be used in 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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® NOVA 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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Next, manufacturer determines again how long the product can be used and, moreover, the date of the next service will be determined. 5) If product is damaged, please contact our dealer or Akces-MED Sp. z. o. o customer service (ph. 17/864 04 70, e-mail: export@akces-med.com) www.akces-med.com...
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ® The stroller NOVA , which is a medical device, should always be kept clean and should be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The stroller should be kept in a clean, dry and ventilated room. Maintenance and cleaning must be done at least once a month.
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® NOVA 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 check if wheelchair construction is free of breaks or any kinds of §...
® NOVA 9. LABELLING 10.1. Symbole 9.1. SYMBOLS Declaration that the product Protect from sunlight meets the essential requirements Storage temperature limitation Catalog number Serial number Relative humidity storage Please read the manual Dry vertically instructions before use Do not chlorinate...
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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: 02.05.2019 The last update: 26.09.2019...
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