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SPECIAL NEEDS STROLLER H I P P O + ™ USER MANUAL...
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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.
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7.1. Preparaion of the patient................37 7.2. Preparaion of the stroller................38 7.3. How to use vest.....................39 8. Safety rules......................42 9. Terms of warranty....................44 10. Maintenance and cleaning..................45 11. Labelling........................47 11.1. Symbols.......................47 11.2. Example data plate..................47 www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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If you have any questions or remarks, do not hesitate to contact with us: Medical consultant: mobile +48 508 382 509 Akces-MED Sp. z o.o.: ph. +48 17 864 04 77 e-mail: export@akces-med.com Thank you for purchasing our product Before using the product, user is obliged to familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
Muscles diseases with weakness and paralysis (dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, myositis). Genetic disorders. Degeneration and neurological diseases. Other condition connected with muscles weakness, paralysis and musculoskeletal disorders. After head and spinal cord injuries and spine trauma with paralysis and paresis. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Note: Approximate values, depending on the product configuration. Note: In extreme positions of the handle, it may collide with the backrest when changing its angle. In such cases, the handle should be raised while adjusting. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Info icon – appears in the manual when you need to press the PRESS button shown in the photo. Warning icon – appears in the manual when you need to take special precautions. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Keep the user away when folding and unfolding the stroller as there is a serious risk of injury. Make sure that the folding mechanism of the stroller clicks into the frame – you will hear a characteristic 'CLICK' sound. CLICK www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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(fig. 7). Next, pull the seat up until the brackets on both sides of the stroller are in one line (fig. 8). Put the screws through the holes and tighten the knobs on both sides of the seat (fig. 9). CLICK www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Also, make sure that the red buttons, used to disassemble the seat, are unlocked. Pull the seat up before use in order to check if it has been mounted correctly. The seat can be put in the forward or rearward position. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
™ PRESS Removing the wheels reduces the dimensions of the stroller after folding. The folded frame of the stroller should be secured with special hooks. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
FRONT WHEELS Removing the wheels is presented in chapter 5.2 FOLDING THE STROLLER, page 15. Blocking the drection of movement Turn the knobs clockwise – wheels blocked. Turn the knob anti-clockwise – wheels unblocked. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
CITY setting for level and flat surface. To change the shock absorbers setting, use the lever on the rear wheel. CITY VERSION COMFORT VERSION ADJUSTABLE BACKREST The setting of the backrest is adjusted gradually. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
ATTENTION! The footrest should always be mounted with 4 screws. If the knobs are difficult to unscrew, use a Philips screwdriver. This may be necessary especially before the first height adjustment of the footrest. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Always make sure that the 5-point safety belts are properly fastened. In order to check that, pull the belts firmly in different direction and see if the buckles do not unfasten or if the belts do not move as a result of their improper assembly. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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™ The length of the belt on the seat can be adjusted. To do this, move the sliding buckle up or down. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
It is not possible to install the rain cover without putting the folding canopy first. 5.17 UPHOLSTERY 5.17.1 REMOVING THE UPHOLSTERY www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
It is impossible to install the leg cover without putting the folding canopy first. 5.19 UNDER SEAT STORAGE BASKET The under seat storage basket is fastened with a zipper on the stroller frame under the seat. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
™ 6. ACCESSORIES 6.1 HPO_001 LED LIGHTS Attach the LED lights o the stroller frame in the selected place. 6.2. HPO_101 THIGH ABDUCTION BELTS www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Information on how to safely use the VEST can be found on the page 39 of the instruction. Improper use and not obeying the safety rules may endanger the user's health and life. 6.5. HPO_124 LOINS SUPPORT www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
6.6 HPO_137 REDUCTION SET CONSISTING OF ADDITIONAL SEAT 6.7 HPO_151 DEPTH REDUCING PAD 3 CM HPO_152 DEPTH REDUCING PAD 5 CM You can mount the side supports, 5-point safety belts or the vests on the depth reducing pad. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Put the sandals belts through the holes in the footrest and fasten them at the bottom (fig.189). Adjust the length of the belts and fasten them around the feet and ankles. 6.9 HPO_162 DYNAMIC ANKLE STABILIZERS (FP-22) www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Put the mosquito net on the folding canopy, spread it along the stroller and hook it to the unfolded footrest. It is not possible to install the mosquito net without putting the folding canopy first. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
™ 6.12 HPO_411 CUP HOLDER 6.13 HPO_414 TRAY PLEXIGLAS The Plexiglas tray is mounted on the stroller with special holders. 6.14 HPO_415 REAR WHEEL COVERS HPO_441 FRONT WHEEL COVERS www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Velcro. It has a special pocket which allows you to adjust the amount of the granules depending on your needs. Attention! An additional bag with granules is available as an option. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
6.20 HPO_700 WATERPROOF HYDRO™ UPHOLSTERY Removing the HYDRO™ upholstery is described in chapter 5.17.1 (5.17.1 REMOVING THE UPHOLSTERY, page 25). To put the upholstery on the stroller, follow the instructions in reverse order. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
Outfit should protect patient's skin from direct contact with upholstery as well as other parts of equipment. Only doctor can make a decision concerning using any kind of orthopedic supply! www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
It is forbidden to force child to keep specific position because he/she will feel uncomfortable and it may lead to wrong posture. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
If, however, we want to stabilize the patient's body properly, we should use a dynamic orthopedic vest, e.g. a Flex-point vest, which does not cause the breathing difficulty for the patient. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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3) Special attention should be paid to ensuring that the entire foot of the patient has stable support. If the device is not equipped with a foot support, the patient's feet must rest firmly against the ground. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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The vest must always be dry before usage. If you have any doubts or questions about the use of the vest, please contact your doctor or physiotherapist. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
It is highly important to secure patient because it safeguards him/her from falling out. If abduction contracture occurs, it is recommended to use abduction block in order to prevent ulcers between knees. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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Manufacturer doesn't take responsibility for damages which appeared due to improper preparation of the device during transportation. 13. Before using the stroller, remove all paper and plastic packaging. The packaging is not a toy! Keep away from children and animals www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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...
After disinfection, wait until the element is completely dry, especially in the case of upholstery. Before using the disinfectant, first check in an invisible place whether the product will not discolor or damage the disinfected surface. www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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™ Remember that upholstery has to be always dry before using! The manufacturer of the stroller, Akces-MED Sp. z o. o., is not responsible for any damages caused by using unsuitable cleaners. Before using it is necessary to: clean wheels;...
PRODUCT NAME EN you to the product's website DATE OF MANUFACTURER PRODUCTION ADDRESS MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE LOAD LABELLING ON THE PRODUCT look up SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER IN BARCODE FORM www.akces-med.com +48 17 864 04 70 export@akces-med.com...
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