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26. Disposal

26.1. Disposal and recycling: The used rehab buggy must be returned to the recycling center in accordance with the

regulations in force in the country concerned.

27. Compliance with the requirements for medical devices

27.1. The Grizzly rehab buggy meets the essential requirements of the Council of Europe directive no. 93/42 EEC as

amended by 2007/47 /EC for medical devices.

27.2. The Grizzly rehab buggy, in accordance with Directive 93/42 EEC, is a non-invasive, non-active medical device of

Class I according to Regulation 1.

27.3. EC Declaration of Conformity:

Summary of Contents for Grizzly

Page 1: ...Grizzly a modern rehab buggy with perfect driving properties Operation and Maintenance Manual Issue 5 ...

Page 2: ...wam pl CAUTION Before using the rehab buggy each User is obliged to read the content of this manual and comply with it CAUTION This manual is an integral part of the product and must always be included with the sold product Version of the Operation and Maintenance Manual EN Issue fifth dated 2018 10 05 MyWam sp j reserves the right to introduce technical and commercial changes in the contents of t...

Page 3: ...resholds or curbs 11 in particular regarding the transport of the rehab buggy in a car and other vehicles 11 in particular regarding maintenance and service 12 4 Identification plate 12 5 Warning signs 12 6 Designation of symbols 13 PRODUCT 7 General construction 13 7 1 Rehab buggy frame 13 7 2 Therapeutic seat with backrest 14 7 3 Accessories 14 8 Detailed description of construction and regulati...

Page 4: ...25 8 29 Seat depth adjustment 25 8 30 Seat width adjustment 26 8 31 Mechanism of angle adjustment of the seat so called cradle 27 8 32 Angular adjustment of the seat 28 8 33 Adjustable backrest 28 8 34 Adjustable backrest height 28 8 35 Angle adjustment mechanism for the backrest 29 8 36 Angular adjustment of the backrest 29 8 37 Five point harness 30 8 38 Adjustment of five point harness 31 8 39 ...

Page 5: ...ggy 46 15 Correct position in the rehab buggy 46 16 Driving the rehab buggy 46 17 Moving on sloping surfaces 46 18 Overcoming thresholds or curbs 47 19 Transport by car and other vehicles 47 20 Using the buggy as a seat in a motor vehicle 47 MAINTENANCE 21 Cleaning and care 53 22 Corrosion protection 54 23 Preparation of the rehab buggy for long term storage 54 24 Repeated use 54 25 Maintenance an...

Page 6: ...y these are children between the ages of 2 and 12 2 6 Individual features such as physical and psychological characteristics dimensions and body weight housing conditions surroundings and most importantly the specific sickness of the child are the most important when selecting a rehab buggy 2 7 Among illnesses of a particular child conditions such as the following may be mentioned cerebral palsy m...

Page 7: ... the surface temperature of the rehab buggy may fall when the rehab buggy is exposed to frost 3 8 WARNING When using the rehab buggy or operating the rehab buggy or folding it it may endanger the health of the user and the immediate surroundings due to the dimensions of fixed and movable gaps and openings These actions should be performed with particular caution 3 9 1 WARNING During use and operat...

Page 8: ...gentle and caution must be undertaken to ensure that the child does not damage its hair and does not put it in the mouth as this can cause the baby to relish 3 25 WARNING Any alteration in the tilt of the seat causes a change in the overall center of gravity which affects the stability of the rehab buggy 3 26 WARNING Any alteration in the backrest tilt changes the overall center of gravity which a...

Page 9: ...buggy is properly assembled and that all mechanisms clips and fasteners are properly assembled closed and ready to use In particular this applies to the frame folding mechanism the mechanism of seat attachment to the rehab buggy frame and mounting of all four wheels 3 43 CAUTION Before you start to drive the Grizzly rehab buggy make sure your child is secured and has properly regulated and assembl...

Page 10: ...t the rehab buggy has been damaged or that the rehab buggy is not working properly 3 48 2 In this situation it is advisable to contact the Seller and the Manufacturer for advice in particular regarding handling of the rehab buggy 3 49 WARNING It is forbidden to carry or lift the rehab buggy with a child inside 3 50 WARNING It is forbidden to carry the rehab buggy that is not dismantled into separa...

Page 11: ...of the rehab buggy changes as you drive through bumps or slopes In this case caution should be undertaken and the rehab buggy should be secured in particular regarding dealing with thresholds or curbs 3 66 CAUTION It is forbidden to drive up or down the stairs with the rehab buggy both with the child and the rehab buggy itself as this can result in an accident and injury to the user in particular ...

Page 12: ...s performed by persons other than authorized Maintenance personnel see section 30 List of authorized service points or Manufacturer 3 78 The rehab buggy should be cleaned regularly and taken care of Do not use abrasive cleaners for cleaning 3 79 The manufacturer is responsible for the correct functioning of the rehab buggy only if purchased in a specialized medical shop 3 80 The manufacturer is no...

Page 13: ...utic seat with a backrest The Grizzly rehab buggy also features a wide range of extra equipment which can be selected according to individual needs of the users 7 1 Steel rehab buggy frame enriched with aluminum elements The elements of the rehab buggy include 7 1 1 Mechanism of frame assembly see Fig 7 1 and no 14 and on page 15 7 1 2 Transport lock see Fig 7 1 and no and on page 16 7 1 3 Front s...

Page 14: ...d on page 24 7 2 2 Seat attachment mechanism for rehab buggy frame see Fig 7 2 and no 6 and on page 21 7 2 2 Adjustable backrest see Fig 7 2 and no 1 and on page 27 7 2 3 Angular adjustment mechanism for the backrest see Fig 7 2 and no 7 and on page 28 7 2 4 Five point harness see Fig 7 2 and no 2 and on page 29 7 2 5 Adjustable footrest see Fig 7 2 and no 4 and on page 30 7 2 6 Angular adjustment...

Page 15: ...the rehab buggy pushing handle they are a frame folding lock a handle for locking and unlocking the frame folding option which has a red lock built in on the right part of the frame see Fig 8 1 b right and left frame swivel element fixing the upper frame with the bottom frame see Fig 8 1 c right and left twister an element that allows the upper frame to be folded down to reduce its dimensions see ...

Page 16: ...der to secure the frame against its accidental opening the frame must first be folded see 8 3 Assembly of the rehab buggy frame and then place the lock eyelet on the locking pin so that both of these elements close over each other To unlock the transport lock before unfolding the frame pull the lock eyelet out of the locking pin and then you can proceed to unfold the frame of the rehab buggy 8 6 F...

Page 17: ... 9 When disassembling the front wheel press the button located at the top of the quick disassembly mechanism of the front wheels Then slide the steering wheel axle out of the quick disassembly mechanism of the front wheels see Fig 8 9 Repeat for the second wheel 8 10 Front wheel drive lock Fig 8 10 With the front wheel lock see Fig 8 10 and the possibility of assembling or disassembling it when pu...

Page 18: ...ick assembly mechanism for rear axle wheels Fig 8 13 The mechanism is mounted inside the rear wheels and ensures quick assembly and removal of the rear wheels It is launched by pressing the quick release clamp downward towards the center of the wheel see Fig 8 13 then the rear wheel can be fitted to the rear wheel axle or the rear wheel can be taken off from the rear wheel axle 8 14 Assembly and d...

Page 19: ...from the appropriate mounting of the quick wheel mechanism on the frame To make sure that the assembly is correct check that the wheel with the axle cannot slide out of the holes of the mechanism back outside During assembly of the rear wheels on the frame make sure to hold the wheel at its inner rim and to not push on the quick assembly clamp of the rear wheel axle as it poses a threat of automat...

Page 20: ... the joints of the handle to push the rehab buggy see Fig 8 19 8 20 Angular adjustment of the handle for pushing the rehab buggy Fig 8 20 To change the tilting angle of the rehab buggy handle push both knobs of the tilt angle adjustment mechanism of the pushing handle and change its tilt angle see Fig 8 20 When the handle is in the correct position stop pressing the buttons which will automaticall...

Page 21: ...ont of the rehab buggy with the front wheels Using the tilting foot facilitates the entry of the rehab buggy to small thresholds or curbs 8 24 Frame clips for seat mounting Fig 8 24 There are two colored chrome transverse hooks that are located on the rehab buggy frame in its center see Fig 8 24 These two frame rods are very important elements in the construction of the rehab buggy They are used t...

Page 22: ...e backwards and upwards causing the lock to stop in an open position see Fig 8 25 1 B 8 25 2 Closing the lock in the seat attachment mechanism to the rehab buggy frame Fig 8 25 2 In order to close the lock mechanism the seat must be mounted correctly on the rehab buggy frame see section 8 26 Seat assembly which will cause the lock to slam shut into a closed position see Fig 8 25 2 8 26 Seat assemb...

Page 23: ...FRONT seat attachment to the other frame hook until there are two clicks see Fig 8 26 F The correct seating assembly is marked by the click sound coming from the two closing locks of the seat attachment mechanism to the frame of the rehab buggy Fig 8 26 A CORRECT Fig 8 26 A WARNING WRONG Fig 8 26 B CORRECT Fig 8 26 B WARNING WRONG Fig 8 26 C CORRECT Fig 8 26 C WARNING WRONG Fig 8 26 D CORRECT Fig ...

Page 24: ...which starts the opening of the locking of the seat attachment mechanism see Fig 8 27 C d pull the transverse handle of the attachment mechanism of the seat backward which starts the opening of the locking mechanism of the seat attachment then continue pulling the transverse handle backwards and upwards causing the seat locking mechanism to stop in an open position see Fig 8 27 D e then remove bot...

Page 25: ...f the useable width see 8 30 Seat width adjustment d ilial stabilization see 8 48 Restraint stabilization belts e maintenance of the child s limbs in an opposing position see 8 54 Wedge f and other functions according to user needs see 7 3 Accessories 8 29 Seat depth adjustment Seat depth adjustment can be accomplished by partially unscrewing loosening two knobs which are located on the seat from ...

Page 26: ... width of the seat itself is fixed at 400mm To change the width of the seat on which the hip supports are mounted see 8 46 Hip supports adjustable in three planes proceed as follows in the given sequence a activate the central brake so that the rehab buggy is stable and immobilized b partially unscrew loosen four knobs on the lower seat from the bottom see Fig 8 30 A c separate the ilial support i...

Page 27: ...e seat to one of the four positions see Fig 8 32 C d then push the actuator handle towards the rehab buggy until it is in the starting position see Fig 8 32 D e when changing the tilt angle of the seat make sure that the pins of both lockers penetrate deeply into both combs right and left of the cradle mechanism see Fig 8 32 E and Fig 8 32 F 8 32 2 Angular adjustment of the seat without an assembl...

Page 28: ...st height c head stabilization see 8 44 Backrest supports d body stabilization see 8 45 Thoracic and lumbar supports e and others according to user needs see 7 3 Accessories 8 34 Adjustable backrest height The option of changing backrest height can be used through partial unscrewing loosening of two knobs on the backrest on the back see Fig 8 34 A then moving the backrest to the desired position s...

Page 29: ...d the seat can be 90 105 121 5 137 151 5 and 166 5 regardless of whether the seat is mounted facing front or rear to the direction of movement 8 36 Angular adjustment of the backrest Fig 8 36 A In order to change the angle of the backrest relative to the seat perform the following steps in the order indicated a activate the central brake so that the rehab buggy is stable and immobilized see Fig 8 ...

Page 30: ... should not be dismantled as they serve to safely carry the child prevent it from slipping out and also help to stabilize the hips and body of the child The belt buckle see Fig 8 37 A no 5 makes it easy for the child to get in and out The sliding adjusters that are responsible for adjusting the length of the harness are located on the right and left harness and on the fastening clasp see Fig 8 37 ...

Page 31: ...buggy It consists of a footrest plate bolted to the footrest rack with screws with the possibility of moving the plate up or down in 8 positions to adjust the footrest height to the length of the lower leg of the child ranging from 23cm to 40cm It also has two rotary knobs that adjust the angle of the footrest plate itself in the range of 15 for optimal tilting of the footrest to bend the child s ...

Page 32: ...htly turn the two knobs on either side of the footrest then adjust the angle of inclination of the footrest plate and screw both knobs back until the resistance is noticeable see Fig 8 41 8 42 Angular adjustment mechanism for the whole footrest Fig 8 42 The mechanism is located in the front of the seat and connects it to the footrest frame There are two plastic black swivels with buttons in the mi...

Page 33: ...he back of the backrest in the inner guides for the headrest supports see Fig 8 44 D Then you can move the headrest supports into a suitable and safe place on the front of the backrest After setting the headrest supports in the desired position screw each of them back with two knobs tightening them until the resistance is noticeable Finally fasten the upholstery clasp on the front and back of the ...

Page 34: ... resistance Finally place the upholstery clasp on the front and back of the backrest Fig 8 45 A Fig 8 45 B Fig 8 45 C Fig 8 45 D Fig 8 45 E In order to adjust the thoracolumbar supports perpendicular to the backrest plane backward and forward adjustment unscrew two other knobs for each of the thoracolumbar supports These knobs are located on the thoracolumbar supports on their outside see Fig 8 45...

Page 35: ...screw each of them with two knobs tightening them until you feel the resistance Finally place the upholstery clasp on the upper side of the seat Fig 8 46 A Fig 8 46 B Fig 8 46 C Fig 8 46 D Fig 8 46 E To adjust the hips perpendicular to the plane of the seat up and down adjustment unscrew two other knobs for each of the hip supports These knobs are located on the hips supports on their outside see ...

Page 36: ...e back straps of the harness are fastened to the seat with two knobs from the bottom see Fig 8 48 B the front straps of the harness are fastened to the front openings of the seat combs see Fig 8 48 C to each of them using two plastic elements see from Fig 8 48 D to Fig 8 48 I To adjust the length of the restraint and stabilization belts move the regulators on the front straps up or down see Fig 8 ...

Page 37: ...om the barrier and at the same time pull out the barrier 8 50 Adjustable canopy with window accessories Fig 8 50 A The Grizzly rehab buggy can be fitted with an adjustable canopy with a window that helps protect your child from the sun or the rain The elements of the canopy are a rear arch of the canopy frame see Fig 8 50 A no 7 b front arch of the canopy see Fig 8 50 A no 8 c canopy adjustment me...

Page 38: ... A whose maximum load is 3kg The therapeutic table is mounted with the same fixings as the safety barrier so you cannot use both of them at the same time The fixings of the therapeutic table or safety barrier are made up of two plastic elements with vertical holes located on the outer sides of the seat see Fig 8 51 B In order to assemble the therapeutic table press two buttons on the tubes coming ...

Page 39: ...d by screwing one of them with a knob see Fig 8 54 B 8 55 Rain cover accessories placed on the adjustable booth with a window Fig 8 55 A Fig 8 55 B The Grizzly rehab buggy can be fitted with a rain cover to help protect your child from moisture These accessories require mounting to other accessories For the installation of the rain cover apply it from the top to the adjustable canopy with a window...

Page 40: ... a window Fig 8 58 A Fig 8 58 B The Grizzly rehab buggy can be fitted with a mosquito net that makes prevents mosquitos from coming in contact with the child These accessories require mounting to other accessories In order to mount the mosquito net it must be placed from the top on the entire adjustable canopy with a window see Fig 8 58 A then cover the seat and footrest with the mosquito net see ...

Page 41: ...a general partnership Address ul Szczecińska 10 41 516 Chorzów Poland Type Special rehab buggy for children Model Grizzly No Description Values 1 BASKREST Backrest height min max 570 mm 700 mm 2 Headrest support mounting height min max stabilization 350 mm 700 mm 3 Spacing of the backrest supports min max stabilization 180 mm 340 mm 4 Mounting height of the thoracolumbar support min max stabilizat...

Page 42: ...ition 1330 mm 29 Minimum total length of buggy folded footrest backrest in sitting position in minimum height setting handle for pushing buggy in vertical position 760 mm 30 Total rehab buggy height without canopy with window with canopy with window 1230 mm 1430 mm 31 Total rehab buggy width 655 mm 32 Length of rehab buggy folded for transport or storage without accessories separate seat S and sep...

Page 43: ... so called cradle assembled 10 1 2 Multifunctional therapeutic seat with backrest which includes Adjustable therapeutic seat assembled Seat attachment mechanism for rehab buggy frame assembled Adjustable backrest assembled Angular adjustment mechanism for backrest assembled Five point harness assembled Adjustable footrest assembled Angular adjustment mechanism for the whole footrest assembled 10 1...

Page 44: ...e child is not in the rehab buggy without the clothes protecting the body at the point of contact with the upholstery of the rehab buggy This is to counteract abrasions of the child s body and due to hygienic reasons 12 3 For children who have problems with continence a special bed pad should be placed on the rehab buggy seat which can be purchased in pharmacies or medical outlets 12 4 When using ...

Page 45: ...b buggy accessories on child if available 13 Transport of rehab buggy Fig 13 5 13 1 The best way to transport the rehab buggy is to drive it using its wheels 13 2 In cases where it is not possible for example transporting the rehab buggy in a car for safety reasons the rehab buggy can only be lifted and moved in parts separately transport the folded rehab buggy frame separately transport the thera...

Page 46: ... parts of the spine so that no free space is created 15 2 The thighs should have support on the largest area possible at their full length this is enabled adjustment of seat depth of the rehab buggy see 8 29 Seat depth adjustment 16 Driving the rehab buggy 16 1 During use always hold the pushing handle to prevent the rehab buggy from coasting 16 2 Release the central brake while holding the pushin...

Page 47: ...nd associated buggy testing methods for use as a seat in motor vehicles During this test the buggy is tested both statically and in a dynamic test The dynamic test consists in simulation of a frontal collision of a mechanical vehicle in a laboratory environment in which the buggy is used as a seat for transporting a child Both the buggy and the child transported in it must be secured in accordance...

Page 48: ...sported must be between 27 and 43 kg 20 2 6 To use the Grizzly buggy as a seat in a mechanical vehicle the following must be performed in a sequence a prepare the buggy according to instructions described in section 20 3 Preparation of Grizzly buggy b then mount buggy according to instructions described in point 20 4 Assembly of Grizzly buggy 20 3 Preparation of Grizzly buggy for assembly in a mot...

Page 49: ...pose and mounted in the motor vehicle These belts must comply with PN ISO 7176 19 2007 standard 20 4 Mounting Grizzly buggy in a motor vehicle for use as a seat 20 4 1 First prepare and set up Grizzly buggy according to the strictly specified settings given in point 20 3 Preparation of Grizzly buggy for assembly in a motor vehicle for use as a seat 20 4 2 Next make sure that the vehicle in which y...

Page 50: ...required range of angles of ilial belts anchored to the buggy where the dimensions are indicated in millimeters and the sign a is a reference to the buggy plane CAUTION Marked angles are obtained by projecting the angle of the ilial belt on a vertical plane that is parallel side view or perpendicular rear view to the buggy s reference plane Figure 20 5 1 Required range of angles in ilial belts anc...

Page 51: ...proper adjustment of belt 20 5 4 Upper torso restraints should be fitted over the shoulder and across the chest as shown in Figure 20 5 4 This figure shows that you should pay attention to centerline middle of sternum safety belts should be adjusted as closely as possible while ensuring the user s comfort the belt should not be twisted during use Figure 20 5 4 Placement of thoracic belt on the use...

Page 52: ... a motor vehicle 20 6 1 CAUTION The buggy is suitable for use in vehicles and meets performance requirements for transporting buggy facing forward in frontal collision conditions and when secured by fasteners in accordance with WTORS manufacturer s instructions Its use in other configurations in the vehicle has not been tested 20 6 2 CAUTION The buggy was dynamically tested in a forward facing pos...

Page 53: ...warm water 21 2 The stains should be removed immediately after appearing on the rehab buggy s surface 21 3 Do not rub off it will spread the stain on a larger surface and can distort the fabric texture 21 4 Proceeding in the case of aquatic stains such as food stains beverages and vegetable oils is as follows 21 4 1 Dry the stain with a pressing motion on the whole surface with a white paper towel...

Page 54: ... of the rehab buggy for long term storage 23 1 For the preparation of the Grizzly rehab buggy for long term storage the product must be secured and all maintenance operations provided in the Periodic Maintenance section should be performed as if their time has come 23 2 Keep the rehab buggy in a clean dry and well ventilated place 24 Repeated use 24 1 The product is reusable 24 2 Any reusable prod...

Page 55: ...spection of fixing of structural components Check all the mechanisms of the rehab buggy and its moving parts and in particular the following correct fitting of the therapeutic seat with backrest to the rehab buggy frame proper mounting of all four wheels proper functioning of the five point harness properly locked angular seat adjustment mechanism correctly locked angular backrest adjustment mecha...

Page 56: ...oncerned 27 Compliance with the requirements for medical devices 27 1 The Grizzly rehab buggy meets the essential requirements of the Council of Europe directive no 93 42 EEC as amended by 2007 47 EC for medical devices 27 2 The Grizzly rehab buggy in accordance with Directive 93 42 EEC is a non invasive non active medical device of Class I according to Regulation 1 27 3 EC Declaration of Conformi...

Page 57: ...MyWam Kupiec Bartold Angres spółka jawna general partnership ul Szczecińska 10 41 516 Chorzów Poland contact phone number 48 32 733 11 31 website www mywam pl e mail address mywam mywam pl The Grizzly rehab buggy is a Polish product Polish quality Polish price 29 Notes ...

Page 58: ... 58 30 List of authorized service points POLAND MyWam Kupiec Bartold Angres spółka jawna general partnership ul Szczecińska 10 41 516 Chorzów Poland contact phone number 48 32 733 11 31 website www mywam pl e mail address mywam mywam pl ...

Page 59: ...entitled to exchange the advertised rehab buggy for a new rehab buggy if there are still the same faults or defects that have been removed twice and which prevent the rehab buggy from being used 32 10 The rehab buggy should be operated in accordance with these operating instructions 32 11 Misuse of the rehab buggy incompatible with this manual or incompatible with normal operation will void the wa...

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