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Start B2

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Page 3: ...heels 7 3 14 Adjusting the wheel locks 7 4 14 Installing the wheel lock lever extension 7 5 15 Adjusting the back support upholstery 7 6 16 Installing and adjusting the leg supports 7 7 16 Segmented leg supports 7 7 1 16 Elevating leg supports 7 7 2 17 Calf strap 7 7 3 18 Installing and adjusting the side panels 7 8 18 Installing and adjusting frame options 7 9 19 Installing and adjusting the anti...

Page 4: ...1 36 Cleaning in a washing chamber wheelchair washing system 8 18 1 2 36 Cleaning the seat cushion 8 18 1 3 37 Cleaning belts straps 8 18 1 4 37 Disinfection 8 18 2 37 Maintenance 9 38 Maintenance intervals 9 1 38 Maintenance tasks 9 2 38 Disposal 10 38 Disposal information 10 1 38 Information on re use 10 2 39 Legal information 11 39 Liability 11 1 39 Warranty 11 2 39 Service life 11 3 39 Technic...

Page 5: ...for com binations with third party medical devices and or accessories not included in the modular system Please also observe the information in the section Liability Service and repairs to the product may only be carried out by qualified personnel If you have any problems please contact your specialist dealer This ensures that any necessary repairs will be made exclusively with Ottobock spare part...

Page 6: ... cannot be treated Polyarthrosis polyarthritis Morbus Bechterew Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Neurogenic functional disturbances Other diseases Cardiac insufficiency circulatory insufficiency Vestibular disorders Cachexia 2 3 Contraindications There are no known contraindications given proper use 2 4 Qualification Installation and adjustment tasks as well as repairs and inspections may only b...

Page 7: ...Handrim 4 Wheel lock here knee lever wheel lock 10 Frame 5 Leg support segmented removable 11 Drive wheel 6 Caster fork 12 Push handle 4 Safety 4 1 Explanation of warning symbols WARNING Warning regarding possible serious risks of accident or injury CAUTION Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury NOTICE Warning regarding possible technical damage 7 Start B2 Safety ...

Page 8: ...to the spokes of the rotating drive wheel Pay attention not to pinch parts of your body at the wheel lock lever or between the side or frame parts CAUTION Heat development when braking with handrims Burns due to insufficient hand protection Wear wheelchair gloves when travelling at high speeds Hazards while driving CAUTION Lack of driving experience Tipping over falling due to errors in handling t...

Page 9: ...nd safety securing equipment provided Always ensure that you are held in place securely CAUTION Incorrect handling at level crossings User may fall or tip over due to driving error Only cross railway systems and railway tracks in the designated areas Negotiate level crossings so the caster wheels of the product cannot get caught in the gap between the rail and the road surface CAUTION Driving in t...

Page 10: ...juries due to failure to observe the manufacturer s requirements Using the product beyond the specified expected service life leads to increased residual risk Observe the specified service life WARNING Incorrect pushing or pulling of the wheelchair Falling tipping over due to user error Only the push handles may be used for pushing or overcoming obstacles The attendant should make sure that he she...

Page 11: ...e section Technical data D Manufacturer information address E Serial number1 F Manufacturing date2 G Manufacturer s article number for the product variant H WARNING Read the instructions for use before using the product Observe important safety related information e g warnings precautions I Symbol for medical device J Serial number PI 3 1 K Global Trade Item Number DI 4 1 YYYY year of manufacture ...

Page 12: ...ration Tipping falling due to incorrect adjustment or installation Before you start using the wheelchair for the first time check the chosen wheelchair settings with the support of qualified personnel After every assembly check for proper mounting of the drive wheels The quick release axles must be securely locked in the receiver bushings Pay particular attention to the stability against tipping f...

Page 13: ... Unless expressly described you may not change any settings with a person sitting in the product Secure the user against falling out during all tests Before testing setting changes with the user seated firmly tighten all screw connections Check for safe function before delivering the product CAUTION Unsecured screw connections Pinching crushing tipping over falling of user due to assembly errors A...

Page 14: ...ailure to verify brake functionality Accident falling of the user due to incorrect adjustment Check the correct spacing between the wheel lock bolt and tyre see the following section for details Check the correct position of the wheel lock bolt relative to the tyre During braking the wheel lock bolt has to cover at least half the tyre width Always carry out adjustments to the wheel lock on both si...

Page 15: ...ck bolt covers at least half the tyre width during braking 3 Tighten the hexagon nut to 7 Nm After adjustment the left and right knee lever wheel locks must both have the same braking force 9 10 7 5 Installing the wheel lock lever extension 1 Pull the wheel lock handle off the knee lever wheel lock Cut open if necessary 2 Slide the wheel lock lever extension onto the wheel lock lever and secure it...

Page 16: ... 2 Nm not illustrated 12 13 7 7 Installing and adjusting the leg supports The required legrest height depends on the lower leg length of the user and the thickness of the seat cushion 7 7 1 Segmented leg supports Installing the leg support For removing and attaching the leg supports see Page 21 Adjusting the lower leg length 1 Remove the cotter pin from the leg support see fig 14 item 1 2 Adjust t...

Page 17: ...upports see Page 21 17 Adjusting the lower leg length 1 Remove the cotter pin from the leg support see fig 18 item 1 2 Adjust the leg support height see fig 18 item 2 and reinstall the cotter pin in the tube of the leg support Adjusting the foot plate angle See the section Segmented leg supports Adjusting the posterior lower leg pad 1 Loosen the Allen head screws on the tube of the leg support see...

Page 18: ...ushbutton and allow the side panel to engage in the adapter see fig 44 Adjusting the forearm support height side panel with height adjustable forearm support The armrest height can be adjusted by changing the positions of the spacers see fig 20 1 Remove both Allen head screws see fig 21 2 Remove the armrest and position the spacers as required see fig 22 see fig 23 3 Lay the armrest onto the space...

Page 19: ...ot adjustable 7 9 2 Installing and adjusting transport wheels Installing the transport wheels 1 Pull the end cap off the frame tube see fig 55 2 Slide the transport wheels into the frame tube and install the cotter pin see fig 25 item 1 Adjusting the transport wheels 1 Loosen the Allen head screws see fig 25 item 2 2 Adjust the transport wheels to the same height In doing so adjust the height so t...

Page 20: ...w the instructions for use included with the product CAUTION Lack of instruction Injuries malpositions illness of the user due to information errors The qualified personnel is responsible for making sure that the user and or attendant nursing staff has under stood the proper adjustment use maintenance and care of the belt system In particular ensure that the user and or attendant nursing staff kno...

Page 21: ...s that require you to bend forward in the wheelchair e g tying your shoes maximise the sta bility of the wheelchair In order to do so push the wheelchair backwards until the caster wheels turn forward Users can choose the method for getting into and out of the wheelchair which is most suitable for them The respective procedure should be discussed and practised with a therapist As a rule the frame ...

Page 22: ...pport 1 Hold the leg support 90 out to the side see fig 32 item 1 and insert it into the leg support retainer see fig 32 item 2 2 Swing the leg support into the direction of travel until it engages see fig 31 3 Fold the foot plate down 31 32 Adjusting the angle elevating leg support 1 Push the release lever on the foot support forward see fig 33 item 1 2 Set the angle see fig 33 item 2 3 Let go of...

Page 23: ...ns padding and covers fulfil the normative requirements for flame resistance However they may still ignite if fire is handled improperly or negligently Keep away from all ignition sources especially lit cigarettes CAUTION Wear of the seat and back upholstery Loss of functionality due to prohibited continued use Have the seat and back upholstery replaced immediately in case of damage The product is...

Page 24: ...ndles and back support tubes 2 Install and tighten the Phillips head screws on each side see fig 38 item 1 3 Fasten the hook and loop straps see fig 38 item 2 4 Attach the flap of the back support upholstery to the seat upholstery with the hook and loop fastener see fig 4 37 38 8 5 Seat cushion If present The seat cushion can be removed from the wheelchair for cleaning 39 8 6 Side panels CAUTION P...

Page 25: ... fig 42 item 2 Swinging back the side panels 1 Fold the side panel forwards 2 The side panel locking mechanism has to audibly engage in the side panel adapter INFORMATION Verify the firm fit of the side panels in the side panel adapter 42 Removing the plug on side panels 1 Fold back the side panel 2 Press in the pushbutton see fig 43 3 Take the side panel out of the adapter Installing the plug on ...

Page 26: ...NING 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 CAUTION Incorrect removal attachment of the wheels Tipping falling due to incorrect installation The user is not permitted to sit in the wheelchair during wheel re...

Page 27: ...ravelling at high speeds The wheelchair is moved steered braked and stopped with the help of the handrims on the drive wheels Removing and mounting the drive wheels 1 Release the wheel lock 2 Grip the area between the spokes near the hub with your fingers 3 Use your thumb to press the push button on the quick release axle 4 Pull off push on the drive wheel It must not be possible to remove the qui...

Page 28: ...a few drops of thin resin free oil sew ing machine oil 48 8 10 Wheel locks WARNING Improper use of the wheel lock Falling due to abrupt braking rolling away of the product crushing of hands Do not use the wheel lock as a driving brake Always engage the wheel lock on both sides Apply the wheel lock to prevent the product from moving when it is parked on uneven ground or during trans fers e g into a...

Page 29: ...falling of the user due to errors in handling the product If only one attendant helps in overcoming steps the attendant must first deactivate the anti tipper so that it cannot collide with the steps during transport The attendant must activate the anti tipper again after overcoming the steps WARNING Anti tipper not activated Tipping over falling of the user due to improper operation of a safety de...

Page 30: ... avoid damaging the anti tipper Activation 1 Pull out the cotter pin on the upper tube section see fig 53 item 1 2 Rotate the anti tipper down by 180 see fig 54 item 1 3 Reinstall the cotter pin The anti tipper is activated Deactivation 1 Pull out the cotter pin on the upper tube section see fig 53 item 1 2 Rotate the anti tipper upwards by 180 see fig 54 item 1 3 Reinstall the cotter pin The anti...

Page 31: ...ace the user in an upright 90 seated position if physiologically possible Ensure that the back is up against the back support pad if physiologically possible 3 Close the buckle 4 The lap belt should be at an angle of about 60 to the seat bottom The belt strap should run across the thighs in front of the pelvic bones see fig 56 Possible errors The lap belt is positioned above the user s pelvis in t...

Page 32: ...ch holder with hook and loop fastening strap allows crutches to be attached to the wheelchair 59 60 8 16 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 INFORMATION When transporting the wheelchair in vehicles fold it up and remove the wheels and leg supports if necessary F...

Page 33: ...erious injuries due to improper handling of the product Under no circumstances may the belts and positioning aids offered with the product be used as part of a pas senger restraint system in vehicles for transporting persons with reduced mobility Note that the belts and positioning aids offered with the product are only intended to help support the user sit ting in the product The product has been...

Page 34: ...kers pattern These stickers show where the user has to pass the belt loops around the frame tube The stickers that identify the front fixation points are found on the front frame near the caster attachment device on each side example see fig 63 item 1 The stickers that identify the rear fixation points are found on the rear vertical frame tube on each side example see fig 63 item 2 63 Attaching th...

Page 35: ... point pin provided on the lap belt The straps of the personal restraint system must always be routed close to the user s body The straps must not be routed over the side panels and wheels see fig 64 item 2 The shoulder belt must always be routed over the user s shoulder see fig 64 item 1 The belt strap must not be twisted on the user s body 64 Placement of the personal restraint system integrated...

Page 36: ...tation in a vehicle for transporting persons with reduced mobility 3 The belt can be used to position the passenger during transportation Using the personal restraint system is nev ertheless required 8 18 Care 8 18 1 Cleaning 8 18 1 1 Cleaning by hand 1 Clean the padding and upholstery with warm water and a mild detergent 2 Remove any spots with a sponge or a soft brush 3 Rinse with clear water an...

Page 37: ...69 2 Clean the cover according to the attached care label 3 Wash all foam parts by hand at 40 C using a mild environmentally friendly detergent Allow to air dry 4 Reinsert the foam core with proper alignment Close the zipper 69 8 18 1 4 Cleaning belts straps INFORMATION Observe the washing recommendations on the product and the information in the corresponding instructions for use provided for the...

Page 38: ... Functional test of the wheel locks X Sagging of the seat or back support upholstery X Stability of the leg supports X Visual inspection of wear and tear parts e g tyres bearings X Soiling of bearings X Damage to the handrim X Wear and tear of the folding mechanism X Check of the spoke tension on the drive wheels X Check of all screw connections X Check the legibility of all labels and markings on...

Page 39: ...r will not assume liability for damage caused by disregarding the information in this document particularly due to improper use or unauthorised modification of the product 11 2 Warranty Further information on the warranty terms and conditions can be obtained from the qualified personnel that has fit ted this product or the manufacturer s service see inside back cover for addresses 11 3 Service lif...

Page 40: ...to seat mm 190 330 Angle foot support to seat bottom 2 32 Handrim diameter mm 500 530 Minimum turning radius mm 7002 800 Positioning of the arm support from the front mm 270 270 1 With drive wheels 2 In accordance with ISO 7176 5 Environmental conditions Temperatures and relative humidity Operating temperature C F 10 to 40 14 to 104 Transport and storage temperature C F 10 to 40 14 to 104 Relative...

Page 41: ... slope Maximum inclination angle on which the wheelchair will remain stable 1 6 dynamic stability in all directions 9 static stability in all directions also when wheel lock engaged 1 Threshold value is always maintained with this type of wheelchair see Page 39 2 Threshold value can be exceeded with some wheelchair versions please measure or ask the qualified personnel 13 2 Required tools The foll...

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Page 44: ...late Version SB_2016 10 21 FM483 SB_210x297 Ihr Fachhändler Your specialist dealer Otto Bock Mobility Solutions GmbH Lindenstraße 13 07426 Königsee Germany www ottobock com Ottobock 647H1083 en_INT 05 1911 ...

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