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In case of alterations of the device or the additional equipment, the latest version of these instructions for use or the corresponding additional information should be always considered. The latest version of the instructions for use is always available in PDF version on the h/p/cosmos website: http://www.h-p-cosmos.com/en/company/downloads.htm It is strictly forbidden to perform any amendments of the technical design, technical specifications, labelling and configurations of this device and the accessories connected to it.
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All kinds of installation and repair work and most maintenance work are to be performed only by trained and authorized technicians who have been certified by h/p/cosmos. The following symbols will indicate which work can be done by the customer and which work has to be done by authorized technicians only: The customer/user should perform this maintenance and monitoring work.
Once you have found the perfect setting for a patient you will want use this at the next visit straight away. Therefore, the pillars of the h/p/cosmos parawalk ® have an integrated reading scale. With the help of the scale you can exactly determine the current position and reproduce simply at the next training session.
& 3 Intended and forbidden use The intended use, discussed in the following, can be performed with any h/p/cosmos parawalk system. ® 3.1 Intended use rehabilitation mobilization training gait training and therapy recreational fitness training 3.2 Forbidden use Do not modify the system and do not connect to other equipment which is not explicitly declared as compatible by all involved manufactures.
Before using the device, fix all four clamp levers. 4.4 During exercise The h/p/cosmos parawalk must only be used under permanent supervision of medical staff. Never set too high loads if the health and the condition of the subject/patient do not permit and a medical doctor has not authorized these loads.
All kind of installation and repair work as well as most maintenance work is to be carried out only by trained and authorized technicians who have been certified by h/p/cosmos. The following symbols will indicate which work can be done by the customer and which work has to be done by authorized technicians: The customer / user should perform this maintenance and monitoring work.
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Maintenance and repair of the devices (also opening of the device) have to be performed by service engineers authorized and certified by h/p/cosmos, preferably within the scope of a maintenance contract. The installation by unqualified personnel may cause damages or injury due to a malfunction. Never disassemble, repair, or modify the device yourself.
Within Germany, most devices are delivered and assembled by h/p/cosmos directly or by an authorised forwarder. If delivered by h/p/cosmos, the packaging will be removed and recycled.
Among other things, he ensures that at least the nine points of the following checklist have been performed and/or checked before the customer is introduced to the operation of the h/p/cosmos device. For detailed information and instructions on installation and commissioning please refer to all respective chapters in this manual.
2 m radius clear. 8.1 Preventive maintenance The h/p/cosmos authorised service technicians are happy to help you in case problems occur. Preventive maintenance can prevent future problems and is indispensable for the safety of technical devices. Therefore, ask our service department for an annual preventive maintenance contract, which is highly recommended by the manufacturer.
The h/p/cosmos devices are neither sterile nor can they be sterilized. The surfaces of the device can be cleaned with a light moistened cloth. For disinfection h/p/cosmos recommends Bacillol plus which can be ordered from h/p/cosmos, order number [cos12179]. Before use of cleaning and disinfection substances, always test the compatibility of the substance at poorly visible places.
9.2 Economic life time The economic life time of the h/p/cosmos parawalk® is determined at common usage and application to 10 years. Every maintenance and repair work needs to be carried out by authorized h/p/cosmos technicians. For expendable parts a shorter life-time is due.
10 Disposal Upon request and at the expense of the client, h/p/cosmos might take over the disposal of old or defective devices. Please contact service@h-p-cosmos.com for a detailed offer. Note the information for possible disposal of the running machine parts or components through the client or a subcontractor.
After the instruction is completed, the instruction protocol is to be signed by the h/p/cosmos technician and all trained persons. Signed instruction protocol, signed delivery note and the registration form are to be sent to h/p/cosmos.
This will furthermore result in loss of liability and warranty. Please fill out the instruction protocol and send it back to h/p/cosmos by Fax to +49 86 69 86 42 49, by email to sales@h-p-cosmos.com or by mail:...