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Summary of Contents for Otto Bock Start Multi
- Page 1 Start Multi Instructions for use ....................
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the seat depth ........................7.6.2 Adjusting the seat width ........................Adjusting the leg supports ........................7.7.1 Adjusting the depth of the leg supports ....................7.7.2 Adjusting the depth of the foot plate ...................... 7.7.3 Adjusting the lower leg length ....................... Start Multi... - Page 4 9.15.2 Using the product in a vehicle ....................... 9.15.3 Restrictions for use ..........................9.16 Care ..............................9.16.1 Cleaning ............................9.16.1.1 Cleaning by hand ..........................9.16.1.2 Cleaning the seat cushion ........................9.16.1.3 Cleaning the belt ..........................9.16.2 Disinfection ............................Start Multi...
- Page 5 Legal information .............................. 12.1 Liability .............................. 12.2 Warranty ............................12.3 Lifetime .............................. Technical data ..............................Appendices ................................ 14.1 Threshold values for wheelchairs transportable by train ................14.2 Required tools ............................ 14.3 Torque values of the screw connections ....................Start Multi...
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Page 6: Foreword
The product may differ from the variants shown. Not all options described in these instructions for use will be installed on the product. • The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes to the model described in these instructions for use. Start Multi... -
Page 7: Product Description
10 Knee lever wheel lock 3 Back support frame 11 Leg support 4 Side panel 12 Seat cushion 5 Drum brake 13 Pommel 6 Anti-tipper 14 Forearm support 7 Drive wheel 15 Back support pad 8 Caster wheel Start Multi... -
Page 8: Variant With 24" Drive Wheels
10 Knee lever wheel lock 3 Back support frame 11 Leg support 4 Side panel 12 Seat cushion 5 Drive wheel 13 Pommel 6 Drum brake 14 Forearm support 7 Anti-tipper 15 Back support pad 8 Caster wheel Start Multi... -
Page 9: Intended Use
► If any faults, defects or other hazards are detected, the product must be taken out of service immediately. This includes uncontrolled movements as well as unexpected or previously not noted sounds or odours that deviate significantly from the state of the product at the time of delivery. Contact the qualified personnel promptly. Start Multi... -
Page 10: Safety Notices For Driving
The wheelchairs in this series comply with the minimum technical requirements for wheelchairs transportable by train. Please note that it is possible that not every individual wheelchair will meet the minimum requirements due to the variation in designs (please see see page 53 for further details). Start Multi... -
Page 11: Safety Notices For Qualified Personnel
C Maximum load (see section “Technical data”) D Manufacturer information/address E Serial number F Manufacturing date G Symbol for medical device H WARNING! Read the instructions for use before using the product. Observe important safety-related information (e.g. warnings, precautions). Start Multi... -
Page 12: Warning Labels
The product should always be stored so it is protected against external influences. 5.3.2 Storage during extended disuse The product must be stored in a dry place. Specific information for extended storage: see page 51. It is not necessary to disassemble the product. Start Multi... -
Page 13: Preparing The Product For Use
(see page 34). 11) Slide the leg supports into the holders on the front frame tube (see page 36, see fig. 65). 12) Fold down the foot plates (see page 36, see fig. 62). 13) Verify the stability of the assembled product. Start Multi... - Page 14 Preparing the product for use Start Multi...
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Page 15: Adjustments By Qualified Personnel
► Use an anti-tipper for inexperienced users and with extreme settings of the drive wheel. ► Be sure to position the drive wheels towards the rear for transfemoral amputees. This improves the stability of the wheelchair. Start Multi... -
Page 16: Setting The Drive Wheels Horizontally
11) Push the cover cap onto the hub of the drive wheel. 12) After adjusting the position of the drive wheels, check the following settings: → Height and alignment of the caster attachment device (see page 19) → Adjustment of the brakes (see page 20) Start Multi... - Page 17 → The drive wheels must not be removable after the press button on the quick-release axle is pressed. 7) After adjusting the position of the drive wheels, check the following settings: → Height and alignment of the caster attachment device (see page 19) → Adjustment of the brakes (see page 20) Start Multi...
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Page 18: Adjusting Vertical The Position Of The Drive Wheels
5) Mount the drive wheels. 6) After adjusting the position of the drive wheels, check the following settings: → Height and alignment of the caster attachment device (see page 19) → Adjustment of the brakes (see page 20) Start Multi... -
Page 19: Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle
The front seat height is adjusted using the row of holes in the caster fork. 1) Remove the screw on the caster fork (see fig. 18, item 1). 2) Remove the screw (see fig. 19, item 1), the washer (see fig. 19, item 2) and the nut (see fig. 19, item 3). 3) Remove the caster wheel (see fig. 19, item 4). Start Multi... -
Page 20: Adjusting The Caster Journal Angle
► Ensure that the user can operate the wheel lock without great effort. The force required to do so must not exceed 60 N. ► Only use original drive wheels with a verified maximum radial out-of-round of 1 mm. This adjustment must be made for fine adjustment of the wheel lock. Start Multi... -
Page 21: Adjusting The Knee Lever Wheel Locks
2) Screw in the adjustment screw (see fig. 23, item 2) until the scraping noise at the rear wheel disappears and the wheel runs freely. 3) Tighten the counter nut (see fig. 23, item 1) until the adjustment screw is fixed. → The braking force of both rear wheels must be adjusted equally. Start Multi... -
Page 22: Adjusting The Back Support
2) Loosen the hexagon socket screws underneath the side panel attachment device on the seat frame (see fig. 26, item 1). 3) Depending on the desired seat width, slide the side panels inwards or outwards (see fig. 27, item 2). 4) Tighten the hexagon socket screws on the side panel mounting to 6 Nm. 5) Install the leg supports. Start Multi... -
Page 23: Adjusting The Leg Supports
7.7.2 Adjusting the depth of the foot plate 1) Loosen the hexagon socket screws on the foot plate (see fig. 29, item 1). 2) Slide the foot plate to the desired depth. 3) Tighten the hexagon socket screws to 6 Nm. Start Multi... -
Page 24: Adjusting The Lower Leg Length
1) Loosen the hexagon socket screw on the foot plate suspension (see fig. 31, item 1). 2) Turn the foot plate to the desired angle. 3) Tighten the hexagon socket screw to 6 Nm. 7.7.5 Adjusting the posterior lower leg pad The calf pads are adjustable in height and depth. Start Multi... -
Page 25: Adjusting The Side Panels
3) Tighten the hexagon socket screws. 7.8.2 Adjusting the clothing guard 1) Loosen the hexagon socket screws on the clothing guard (see fig. 35, item 1). 2) Adjust the depth of the clothing guard (see fig. 35, item 2). 3) Tighten the hexagon socket screws. Start Multi... -
Page 26: Installing And Adjusting The Anti-Tipper
→ The distance between the anti-tipper rollers and the ground must be 50 mm max. (see fig. 38). → As a minimum, the anti-tipper rollers must project beyond the largest diameter of the drive wheel (see fig. 38). 3) Allow the spring button to engage. Start Multi... -
Page 27: Adjusting The Pommel
► Adjusting the belt system too tightly may lead to unnecessary pain or user discomfort. ► Adjusting the belt system too loosely can cause the user to slide into a dangerous position. In addition, the fastening snaps could open unintentionally if they move against hard parts of clothing (e.g. buttons). Start Multi... -
Page 28: Delivery
Are the leg supports/side panels/forearm supports adjusted correctly? • Can the back angle adjustment be operated smoothly and securely locked? • Can the seat tilt be operated smoothly and securely locked? • Only after adjustment: Have the brakes (wheel locks) been adjusted correctly? Start Multi... -
Page 29: Transport To The Customer
Attendants and – if possible – the user must be instructed in the safe use of the product. In particular, these instructions for use must be used. • The instructions for use must be given to the user or an attendant upon delivery of the wheelchair. Start Multi... -
Page 30: Use
Improper assembly of removable wheels Tipping, falling over of the user due to wheels coming off ► After each assembly, verify the proper fit of the removable wheels. The quick-release axles must be firmly locked in the wheel attachment. Start Multi... -
Page 31: Removing And Mounting The Drive Wheels
► Regularly clean and oil the caster wheel axles and the threaded axles on the caster forks, especially in case of stiffness. ► Inform the responsible qualified personnel in case of changes to the driving characteristics. The combination of caster wheels and caster forks ensures the ability to hold a straight line and navigate bends securely. Start Multi... -
Page 32: Approach In Case Of Stiffness
1) Push the handle of the knee lever wheel lock forward (see fig. 51). → The wheel lock bolt secures the wheel. 2) Pull the wheel lock lever upwards (see fig. 52). → The wheel lock bolt releases the wheel. Start Multi... -
Page 33: Drum Brake
Incorrect use of back support angle adjustment Falling, tipping over due to operation without anti-tipper ► Note that adjusting the back support angle shifts the centre of gravity. Only use the back support angle adjustment with the anti-tipper activated. Start Multi... -
Page 34: Adjusting The Back Support Angle
1) Carefully pull the back support pad off the hook-and-loop closure on the back support (see fig. 58, item 1). 2) After cleaning (see page 47): Put the back support pad onto the back support. Secure the back support pad against sliding by pressing it onto the hook-and-loop closure. Start Multi... -
Page 35: Seat
3) CAUTION! Do not reach into the adjustment mechanism when using the seat tilt. Avoid getting caught in the Bowden cable. Bring the seat to the desired angle by moving the push handles (see fig. 60). 4) Let go of the release lever. → The seat is fixed in the desired position. Start Multi... -
Page 36: Removing And Fastening The Seat Cushion
The leg supports can be removed to make it easier for the user to get in and out. Removing the leg support 1) Fold the foot plate up (see fig. 62). 2) Pull back the release lever (see fig. 63, item 1). Start Multi... -
Page 37: Adjusting The Angle Of The Elevating Leg Support
Hold the foot plate by the edge and fold it up or down (see fig. 62). 9.7.4 Removing and fastening the calf strap The calf strap offers additional support for the user’s legs. It can be removed for cleaning. Start Multi... -
Page 38: Adjusting The Leg Supports
2) Tighten the star knob. 9.8.2 Adjusting the forearm supports 1) Press in the press button on the forearm support (see fig. 70, item 1). 2) Slide the forearm support to the desired height until the press button re-engages (see fig. 70, item 2). Start Multi... -
Page 39: Head Support
1) Release the clamping levers on the right and left sides of the back support tubes (see fig. 72, item 1). 2) Adjust the height of the push handles. 3) Tighten the clamping levers on the right/left sides of the back support tubes. INFORMATION: Adjust both push handles to the same height. Start Multi... -
Page 40: Anti-Tipper
1) Press in the press button on the upper tube section of the anti-tipper (see fig. 73, item 1). 2) Swing the anti-tipper upwards by 180° (see fig. 73, item 2). 3) Allow the press button to engage. → The anti-tipper is deactivated. Start Multi... -
Page 41: Pommel
It is installed on the product by qualified personnel if needed and adapted to the requirements of the user. Information about subsequent acquisition and mounting is provided by the qualified personnel that handed over the product. The following belt is available for the product: Start Multi... -
Page 42: Disassembly And Transport
This causes the lap belt to lose its retaining function. 60° 9.14 Disassembly and transport NOTICE Deformation of the folded backrest Problems unfolding due to unallowable loads ► Never rest heavy objects on the backrest when it is folded in. Start Multi... -
Page 43: Use In Vehicles For Transporting Persons With Reduced Mobility
► Under no circumstances may the belts and positioning aids that come with the product be used as part of a passenger restraint system in vehicles for transporting persons with reduced mobility. ► Note that the belts and positioning aids that come with the product are intended only as additional support for the user sitting in the product. Start Multi... -
Page 44: Required Accessories
The stickers that label the front fixation points are found on the front frame tube on each side (see fig. 77, item 1). • The stickers that label the rear fixation points are found on the rear frame tube on each side (see fig. 78, item 1). Start Multi... - Page 45 6) Engage the hook of the respective vehicle side wheelchair restraint belt in the belt loop (see fig. 82, item 2). 7) Tighten the vehicle side wheelchair restraint belts at the front and rear as firmly as possible. → The product showing the correct positioning of the attachment straps (see fig. 83). Start Multi...
- Page 46 3) Secure the shoulder harness on the mounting point/pin provided on the lap belt (not illustrated). → The restraint lap belt is pulled through and fastened. → The lap belt runs between the side panel and seat cushion on each side. Start Multi...
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Page 47: Restrictions For Use
Take note of the washing and care instructions on the sewn-in labels on the fabric covers and other textile parts of the product. 9.16.1 Cleaning Clean the product regularly depending on the degree of soiling and frequency of use, at least 1x per month: Start Multi... -
Page 48: Cleaning By Hand
Do not expose the belts to direct heat (e.g. sunshine, stove or radiator). • Do not iron or bleach the belts. 9.16.2 Disinfection 1) Thoroughly clean the pads and handles before disinfecting. 2) Wipe all parts of the wheelchair with a disinfectant. Start Multi... -
Page 49: Maintenance And Repair
Check screw connections of the angle adjustment for firm fit and gas compression spring mountings Check push handles for firm fit and damage Check back support pad for firm fit and damage Head support Check head support and joints for firm fit and damage Start Multi... -
Page 50: Maintenance Tasks
Repairs to the product may only be carried out by qualified personnel. 11 Disposal 11.1 Disposal information Return the product to the qualified personnel for disposal. All components of the product must be disposed of properly in accordance with the respective national environ mental regulations. Start Multi... -
Page 51: Information On Re-Use
► Note that not all adjustment possibilities can be used with all product versions. Furthermore, the adjustment combinations are limited by the compact frame geometry. ► Technical changes and tolerances are reserved by the manufacturer. General information Start Multi Variant with 12” drive wheels Variant with 24” drive wheels Max. load [kg] Weight [kg] 40.5 –... - Page 52 Technical data Start Multi Variant with 12” drive wheels Variant with 24” drive wheels Seat depth [mm] 425 – 500 Max. overall height [mm] 1410 Steering range approx. [mm] 870 – 1400 Maximum permissible inclination [° 15 (26.8) / 10 (17.6) / 15 (26.8)
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Page 53: Appendices
14.3 Torque values of the screw connections Unless otherwise specified, screw connections are tightened with the following torque values: • Thread diameter M4: 3 Nm • Thread diameter M5: 5 Nm • Thread diameter M6: 8 Nm • Thread diameter M8: 20 Nm Start Multi... - Page 54 Start Multi...
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