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Summary of Contents for Sunrise Medical SYMMETRIKIT ACHEEVA Graduate

  • Page 1 Instruction Manual for Graduate & Student Models...
  • Page 2 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please familiarise yourself with this product BEFORE using it for the first time! Intended use: The ACHEEVA® is a multi adjustable “learning station” designed to allow students who cannot sit in a wheelchair all day to be in class in a supported lying position. Intended users are kids and young adults (5 - 18 years) who need to be in a school or a day-care environment but cannot tolerate spending the day in a wheelchair.
  • Page 3 CONTENTS ACHEEVA® Guarantee Introduction Safety Getting to know your ACHEEVA® ACHEEVA® Battery System ACHEEVA® Functions How to adjust your ACHEEVA® ACHEEVA® Reset ACHEEVA® Handset Isolation Optional ACHEEVA® Accessories ACHEEVA® Prone & Side Table ACHEEVA® iPad & Tablet Holder ACHEEVA® Positioning Pack Cleaning of your ACHEEVA®...
  • Page 4 ACHEEVA® GUARANTEE The ACHEEVA® Learning Station Guarantee includes upholstery and covers, against defective materials and faulty workmanship for a period of TWELVE MONTHS from the date of purchase. This guarantee is valid for fair wear and tear only and not valid in cases of misuse or uses other than those specified in this instruction manual.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION ACHEEVA® Learning Stations The ACHEEVA® Student is the smaller version and can cater for clients up to 155cm tall and 120kg, the ACHEEVA® Graduate is the larger model and has a 208cm bed length and 120kg lifting capacity meaning that taller people will not miss out! The 3-way power (height, tilt and back angle) makes it easy to find a comfortable position.
  • Page 6 SAFETY SAFE USE OF YOUR ACHEEVA® LEARNING STATION Using the ACHEEVA® Learning Station in transit is NOT recommended and will invalidate the warranty. CAUTION! When selecting and issuing a piece of equipment it is the responsibility of the Therapist to carry out a risk analysis on its use.
  • Page 7 SAFETY IMPORTANT! DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH THE ACHEEVA® AT ANY TIME. DO NOT ALLOW PETS NEAR THE ACHEEVA® WHILE IN USE. ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE CHILDREN IN THE WARNING! AREA NEAR THE STATION. SWITCH THE UNIT OFF WHEN NOT IN USE. WARN VISITORS WITH CHILDREN OF THE POTENTIAL DANGER OF ENTRAPMENT.
  • Page 8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ACHEEVA® SPLIT PADDED PADDED DROP DOWN FOOTSTOP COTSIDES IPAD & TABLET HOLDER (OPTIONAL) HOOK & LOOP RECEPTIVE MATTRESS SIDE TABLE (OPTIONAL) CHROME PUSH HANDLES LOCKING CASTOR SERIAL NUMBER LOCATED ON BASE MESH ACCESSORY BAG FIFTH WHEEL PRONE TABLE (Graduate model only) CHROME...
  • Page 9 ACHEEVA® BATTERY SYSTEM CARE AND USE OF THE BATTERY SYSTEM The battery pack is fully charged before delivery and will last for over one hundred operations. When the battery reaches the minimum level and requires charging, an audible warning will sound every time a button is pressed on the handset. We recommend the battery is charged at least once a week and you do not wait for the minimum level to be reached.
  • Page 10 ACHEEVA® FUNCTIONS HANDSET OPERATION The three main mechanisms are operated by the handset shown to the left. There are six buttons to operate the head, tilt and lift functions. * - When operating the the ACHEEVA® will stop tilting when the leg section reaches a horizontal position. If you wish to tilt beyond the horizontal position release the button and push again to pass through the position.
  • Page 11 FUNCTIONS CONT. HEAD To raise or lower the head section, use the two top buttons shown on the handset. TILT To tilt, use the two middle buttons on the handset. * LIFT To lower or elevate, use the two bottom buttons on the handset. **...
  • Page 12 HOW TO ADJUST YOUR ACHEEVA® REPOSITIONING - 5th Wheel (Graduate model only) The 5th wheel is located in the Graduate base frame and is engaged/disengaged by a set of pedals on either side of the ACHEEVA®. The additional wheel increases manoeuvrability and reduces the effort required to move the larger unit around.
  • Page 13 ADJUSTMENTS CONT. COT SIDE RELEASE MECHANISM This enables the complete cot side to be lowered out of the way, so that side transfer can be achieved or a sling can be put in position. In their standard position the cot sides are vertical and are locked about a pivot pin.
  • Page 14 ACHEEVA® RESET Following a service your ACHEEVA® controls may need to be recalibrated. Please follow the instructions to reset using the handset. To reset the unit (recallibrate) use the following steps: - Hold the (up + down arrows) together for approximately 5 seconds. - Hold the (up arrow) until at maximum height.
  • Page 15 OPTIONAL ACHEEVA® ACCESSORIES Support packs help you get the most out of your ACHEEVA®. Choose between the Student and Graduate packs. Bumper packs that offer alternative support. Adjustable side and prone tables can be added for extra functionality. Ideal for keyboards, tablets and books. Now with nonslip surface.
  • Page 16 ACHEEVA® PRONE & SIDE TABLE PRONE TABLE FOR ACHEEVA® The ACHEEVA® has the facility for a table to be attached at the head end for prone use or in any of the four side positions when side lying. To connect the table, insert both the left and right arms into the guide pieces. The red release button should “click”...
  • Page 17 PRONE & SIDE TABLE CONT. TABLE HEIGHT AND ANGLE ADJUSTMENTS When using the prone or side positions, the table’s height can be adjusted to suit the user’s arm length/activity. To change the height, release the two clamping levers on the sides of the vertical frame and slide the table up or down the bars to reposition it at the required position.
  • Page 18 iPad/Tablet Holder LEARNING STATION The ACHEEVA® iPad/Tablet Holder is suitable for iPads and other Tablets ranging between 7-14” (180 - 355mm). Two-way adjustable, it can tilt for a perfect viewing angle and will swivel 360 degrees for portrait / landscape viewing. Will also hold an iPad / Tablet within it’s protective case. •...
  • Page 19 SECURING THE IPAD / TABLET Extend the clamp making sure the iPad / Once in the required position, tighten the Tablet is securely placed. two nozzles on the back. ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE To adapt the perfect viewing angle, adjustments can be made following the procedure below. Firstly, use the thumb wheel to swivel and Secondly, use the hinge release button to change position.
  • Page 20 ACHEEVA® POSITIONING PACKS Based on the Symmetrisleep® system the ACHEEVA® positioning packs provide support in supine, side or prone lying. The system consists of a cushion, a side lying leg support, medium roll and a number of positioning brackets. The mattress has a receptive hook & loop cover, enabling firm secure positioning and relocation of the brackets.
  • Page 21 CLEANING OF YOUR ACHEEVA® FITTING AND CLEANING INFORMATION PU WIPE DOWN “BREATHABLE” MATTRESS COVER. Wipe clean with a soft cloth moistened with water and a neutral detergent. DO NOT use bleach or any biological cleaners. Machine wash* or dry clean with detergent up to 40°C - some surface wrinkling may occur, however this has no adverse effect on the fabric properties.
  • Page 22 ACHEEVA® DIMENSIONS DIMENSION GRADUATE STUDENT (refer to diagram opposite) inches inches A - OVERALL LENGTH 85.82 64.96 B - MATTRESS LENGTH 81.89 61.02 C - MATTRESS WIDTH 23.62 23.62 D - OVERALL WIDTH 27.56 27.56 29.9 - 29.9 - E - OVERALL HEIGHT RANGE 76 - 116 76 - 116 45.7...
  • Page 23 Medical device symbol glossary This symbol means Consult Instructions UKCA Mark CE Mark Medical Device for use Swiss Manufacturer’s European Authorised Representative’s Importer’s address address Representative address Batch code Catalogue number Serial number DANGER! WARNING! CAUTION! Do not use if package Warning messages Warning messages Warning messages...
  • Page 24 Please get in touch with us to find out more... Tel: 01531 635388 SYMMETRIKIT Postural Care, Bromyard Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1NS www.Symmetrikit.com sales@Symmetrikit.com The intended lifetime of this product is 5 years As the manufacturer, The Helping Hand Company, As the manufacturer, The Helping Hand Company, declares that the produ ct conforms to the UK declares that this produ ct conforms to the Medical...

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