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    Use and maintenance manual - O wheel® 

 

pag. 17

 

 

HANDLING 

It must be kept in mind that, even if carefully protected and packaged, the medical device must be considered fragile 
and handled with care and attention. 
 
Before moving the O wheel® wheelchair, check the integrity of the same and its parts. If you find any damage, lack, 
deformation or traces of impacts due, notify the authorized assistance service before proceeding with the following 
operations. 
 
In particular, check the integrity of: 

 

Security belt 

 

Height-adjustable seat 

 

Backrest 

 

Push handle 

 

Forearm positioner 

 

Steering wheel 

Characteristics of the surface on which it can be used 

The surface on which the medical device will be used must: 

 

Be as horizontal as possible. Never use on slopes greater than 8%, the maximum permissible value for platforms 
for the disabled. 

Moving the medical device 

The medical device must be handled assembled, a single unit at a time. Details on handling operations are indicated in 
the following paragraphs. 
 

 

 

DANGER 

 

 

FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN HANDLING THE MEDICAL DEVICE.

 

 

Manual handling 

The weight of the assembled medical device is indicated in this manual and on the plate applied to it. Given its weight 
and size, it cannot be lifted manually by a single person. 
 
The chair is equipped with wheels. To move the wheelchair, proceed as follows: 
 

 

the rear wheels are equipped with a knob brake; once inserted then the chair is locked. If it is not necessary 
to move the chair, apply the brake by turning the knob clockwise. 

 

To move the chair it is necessary to release the brake by turning the knob anticlockwise. 

 

Be extremely careful when the brake is not applied. 

 

Make sure that the brake is applied when it is not necessary to move the chair. 

 

Move the chair by pulling and / or pushing it by holding it by the "push handles". 

 

The user of the product will be able to move alone thanks to the steering wheels. 

CONFIGURATION

 

Warning 

The medical device has been tested and fine-tuned by the manufacturer before being sold. 
 
Before  preparing  the  medical  device  for  use,  completely  remove  any  protections  and  any  packaging  material.  It  is 
complete with all the components necessary for use. 

Summary of Contents for O Wheel

Page 1: ...U A L Wheelchair for the disabled mod O wheel Ver 1 0 Last issue date 18 05 2021 Api Editrici S r l Headquarters Via Michelangelo Buonarroti 6 20051 Cassina De Pecchi MI Tel 39 3421168712 Mail cesare salgaro lapalestra it Site https owheel net ...

Page 2: ...chnical data 12 Limitations of the medical device 13 Contraindications 13 Side effects 13 Identification plates 14 INTENDED USE AND NOT INTENDED USE 14 Unintended use 14 RESIDUAL RISKS 15 Section 3 16 HANDLING 17 Moving the medical device 17 Manual handling 17 CONFIGURATION 17 Warning 17 Locations 18 USE 18 Precautions 18 Chair details 19 Use procedure 20 Section 5 23 MAINTENANCE 24 Safety 24 Peri...

Page 3: ...Use and maintenance manual O wheel pag 3 Section 1 Definitions Declaration of conformity Manufacturer s data Documentation information ...

Page 4: ...so listed are all the procedures useful for dealing with any reasonably foreseeable emergency situations that may occur during use DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The O wheel wheelchair is accompanied by the declaration of conformity drawn up in accordance with the laws in force in the European territory NOTE BEFORE USING THE MEDICAL DEVICE IN ANY FORM CHECK THE PRESENCE OF THE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...

Page 5: ...ting any operation on any unit of the O wheel wheelchair it is necessary to have at least read the entire manual and then deepen the topic relating to the operations to be carried out This manual contains proprietary information and cannot even be partially provided to third parties for any use and in any form without the prior written consent of the company Api Editrici S r l Api Editrici S r l d...

Page 6: ...E PROCEDURES WHICH TOTAL OR PARTIAL NON COMPLIANCE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MEDICAL DEVICE ITS COMPONENTS AND MAY EXPOSE A PERSON TO MINOR AND MEDIUM ENTITY HAZARDS DANGER DANGER INDICATIONS INDICATE THOSE PROCEDURES WHICH TOTAL OR PARTIAL NON COMPLIANCE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE USER OTHER PEOPLE IN THE VICINITY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE MEDICAL DEVICE Pictograms The ...

Page 7: ...manual O wheel pag 7 Medical symbols Lot number Manufacturing date Manufacturer CE mark Protect the medical device from humidity and atmospheric agents Storage temperature of the medical device Protect from direct sunlight ...

Page 8: ...Use and maintenance manual O wheel pag 8 Section 2 Warranty General safety rules General description and technical data Safety devices Intended and unintended use ...

Page 9: ...de damage resulting from excessive stress such as for example using the product after a fault has been ascertained the use of unsuitable operating methods as well as failure to observe the instructions for use and maintenance 7 7 The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any difficulties that may arise in resale or use abroad due to the provisions in force in the country where the product was...

Page 10: ...ICE BY PERSONS NOT SUFFICIENTLY INSTRUCTED AND DELEGATED OR WHO HAS MADE IT INAPPROPRIATE EVEN IN SAFE AND INTERVENTION PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THE DOCUMENTATION Failure to comply with the rules of use and the methods of intervention contained in the documentation also causes the warranty terms to lapse Safety rules During the use of the O wheel wheelchair incorrect operating situations not provid...

Page 11: ...e suitable for receiving this type of clientele Innovative Design Thanks to its innovative design all made in Italy and registered with the European Union O wheel allows disabled people to carry out a series of exercises that until now were forbidden to them due to the structure of the equipment commonly found in the gym in hotels and in most rehabilitation centers Compatibility The O wheel can th...

Page 12: ...ower limbs malformation or deformation of the lower limbs contractures joint damage other pathologies It can be used to satisfy basic needs for which it is necessary to move within the structure to perform adapted physical activity exercises Risk class class I medical device Technical data Mechanical data Dimensions L 840 mm x P 760 mm x H 730 mm Weight 70 kg Maximum weight supported 120 kg Struct...

Page 13: ...ve weight leads to breakage of the medical device and make it dangerous for the user The medical device does not cure any disease but it is an aid for those patients with mobility difficulties or invalids Contraindications The O wheel must not be used in the presence of perception disturbances severe disturbances in balance loss of both arms contractures joint damage in both arms inability to sit ...

Page 14: ... disabilities that make it difficult and or impossible to walk and train O wheel is not a classic wheelchair for private use but a professional tool designed to be left at the customer s disposal within the center It is intended exclusively for the transport of people The O wheel is designed to support a maximum load of 120 kg O wheel must always be used under the supervision of an employee of the...

Page 15: ...ING FROM UNINTENDED USE OF THE MEDICAL DEVICE RESIDUAL RISKS Important Make sure that the area of use and maintenance of the medical device has an illumination of at least 200 lux Maintenance must be done only and exclusively by following the instructions in the manual Already in the design phase solutions were adopted aimed at making the use of the medical device safe in all phases of use transpo...

Page 16: ...Use and maintenance manual O wheel pag 16 Section 3 Handling Configuration Use ...

Page 17: ...agraphs DANGER FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN HANDLING THE MEDICAL DEVICE Manual handling The weight of the assembled medical device is indicated in this manual and on the plate applied to it Given its weight and size it cannot be lifted manually by a single person The chair is equipped with wheels To move the wheelchair proceed as follows the rear wheels are equipped with a knob brake once i...

Page 18: ...le or loads It only serves to carry one person sitting in the place provided for this purpose Never use the wheelchair under the influence of alcohol or other substances that can affect attention or physical and mental receptivity Note that a shift in balance due to body movements or chair loading may increase the risk of tipping over If you go up or down with a slope of more than 10 degrees there...

Page 19: ...bs on the right and left are used to brake the wheels turn clockwise brakes the wheel counterclockwise free Detail B The foldable cranks positioned on the right and on the left adjust the seat height Turn both clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower The two cranks must be turned simultaneously and with the same speed Detail C 360 swivel footrest Safety belt Height adjustable seat Back Pus...

Page 20: ...he help of another person until you are accustomed to your new wheelchair Be especially careful when overcoming any obstacles The push wheels attached to the drive wheels are used to move the wheelchair back and forth and to steer it to the left or right Grasp the push wheels with your hands and turn the wheel forwards or backwards Place your thumb facing forward and make a fist with the other fin...

Page 21: ... The seat height is adjustable from a minimum of 400 mm to a maximum of 600 mm To adjust the height of the O wheel seat use the front cranks turn them clockwise to raise the seat or counterclockwise to lower it at the same time This procedure must be performed by the room staff Maneuver to get up To get up from your chair perform the procedure in reverse order Examples of use ...

Page 22: ...Use and maintenance manual O wheel pag 22 ...

Page 23: ...Use and maintenance manual O wheel pag 23 Section 5 Maintenance Deactivation Disposal ...

Page 24: ...r as they will go Ordinary maintenance recommended once a year disinfection at each use cleaning as needed inspection at each use or every month lubricate the moving components at least every 6 months and or if resistance is felt Consumer products Solid rubber of the wheels Bearings Brakes Forearm positioner Seat leather Backrest leather Mechanical system with vertical lift Footrest rubber ATTENTI...

Page 25: ... refer to the local regulations for the disposal of its materials and components Contact specialized waste collection centers for the correct disposal procedures for the medical device and its components The possibility of reusing some parts of the medical device both as mechanical units and as raw materials for other constructions is subject to the total responsibility of the user NOTE THE MANUFA...

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