IMPORTANT: Do not use the Aspire Star Patient Mover without having first read this manual. TABLE OF CONTENTS Symbols Used In This Manual 2. Symbols Used On This Product 3. Overview 4. Safety Precautions 5. Parts Glossary 6. Assembly 7. Preliminary Checks 8.
Patients should be able to stand independently or with minimal amounts of assistance from an attendant or carer. The Star Mover should only be used with Aspire approved standing slings, which have been chosen and assessed by a competent trained health professional.
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DO NOT exceed the 185kg/29st safe working load of the Star Mover. DO NOT leave user unattended at any time. Inspect all safety labels on the Star mover and replace all labels that are damaged or not readable...
6. ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED: 14mm 14mm Allen key Allen key Open ended spanner Socket Ratchet CARTON CONTAINS: 1. Base Unit 2. Right Upright Frame, M10 bolt and washer 3. Left Upright Frame, M10 bolt and washer 4. Knee pad with 2 x spacers, 2 x steel washers, 2 x nylon washers and 2 x M8 bolts 5.
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1. Insert each Side Frame into the base, these are notched on the end to ensure they locate correctly. 2. Using the washers and spacers provided, loosely fit the Knee Pad to the Side Frame ensuring that the Knee Pad is positioned correctly.
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5. Place the Grab Bars in between the arms of the Upright Frame. Secure the top Grab Bar with the sling anchors bolts and the bottom Grab Bar with the two bolts as shown. Tighten and secure bolts to lock in place. Use the two plastic caps to cover the holes in the Upright Frames.
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12. The fitting process is the same for both Seat Pads. 13. Complete a final check after all bolts are tightened to ensure the Seat Pads are rotating smoothly. 14. Assembly is now complete and the Star Mover should look like this image on the right.
7. PRELIMINARY CHECKS After assembling the Star Mover, complete the following checks prior to first use. 1. Check the seat pads are secure and rotate back and forth smoothly throughout the full range of movement. 2. Check that locking castors engage and disengage.
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6. Once the user is fully standing, lower the Seat Pads so the user can be seated. Once the user is secure, release the Castor Brakes by lifting the locking tabs. The carer can then move the Star Mover using the Push Handles as shown below.
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TRANSFERRING FROM THE STAR MOVER 1. Position the Star Mover close to the seat or bed. 2. Open the legs of the Star Mover for greater stability. Do this by pushing down on the Foot Pedal. 3. Apply the Castor Brakes by pressing down on the locking tabs.
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SLING ATTACHMENT Sling and Transfer Belt attachments are provided for users who require extra support. See page 17 for approved Aspire Slings. KNEE PAD ADJUSTMENT 1. The Knee Pad can be height adjusted using an Allen key. Loosen the bolt on either side until the Knee Pad is free to move.
9. TRANSFER GUIDE USING THE STAR MOVER WITH A BED The Star Mover can be used to aid a user getting out of bed. 1. Position the user facing the Star Mover with their feet on the floor. 2. Apply the Castor Brakes, open the legs of the Star Mover if required and flip up the Seat Pads.
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USING THE STAR MOVER WITH A CHAIR The Star Mover can be used to aid a user get out of a chair or wheelchair, or off a commode or toilet. If used with a wheelchair, the wheelchair brakes must be applied and leg rests removed prior to operation.
10. SLING COMPATIBILITY The Aspire Standing Sling range is designed specifically for safe user with the Star Patient Mover. Always consult with Aidacare if wanting to use a different brand of clip sling to ensure compatibility. DELUXE STANDING SLING Code...
If inspection reveals that the safety of the Star Mover has been jeopardized in any way, the unit should be IMMEDIATELY WITHDRAWN FROM SERVICE, tagged as such, and reported to the owner.
COMPLETED FOR THE LENGTH OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD. Aidacare cannot be held responsible for any personal injury, damage to the Star Mover or damage to property resulting from improper or unsafe use of the product. No warranty claim shall apply where the product or any part thereof has been modified, varied, altered or damaged either accidentally or through improper or negligent use.
13. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: TROUBLESHOOTING SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY AIDACARE AUTHORISED SERVICE TECHNICIANS. The following is a guideline only to general troubleshooting. PROBLEM POTENTIAL FAULT ACTION Castors are not Build up of material Clean castors thoroughly. moving smoothly in castor housing. over carpet or other surfaces.
15. MANUFACTURER, UK REPRESENTATIVE & IMPORTER INFORMATION If you have any questions, you can contact: Manufacturer: Aidacare Pty Ltd ABN 40 134 833 Building 3A, 1 Moorebank Avenue, Moorebank NSW 2170 1300 133 120 | product@aidacare.com.au UK Representative: European Device Solutions Ltd 15 Coanwood Drive, Whitley Bay Tyne and Wear NE25 9GB info@europeandevicesolutions.co.uk...
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AIDACARE PTY LTD Building 3A, 1 Moorebank Avenue, Moorebank NSW 2170 Australia 1300 133 120 | aidacare.com.au AIDACARE LIMITED Arcadia House, Maritime Walk, Ocean Village, Southampton SO14 3TL United Kingdom 01622 541235 | aidacare.co.uk MADE IN PRC ASUM73.20 200923...
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