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ROHO AGILITY Back System Fixed Hardware Operation Manual
Intended Use
ROHO
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AGILITY
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Back System Fixed Hardware (AGILITY Fixed Hardware) is intended to attach compatible ROHO AGILITY
Back Systems to
the wheelchair back canes. Compatible ROHO AGILITY Back Systems include:
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ROHO
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AGILITY
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Minimum Contour Back System (AGILITY Minimum Contour)
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ROHO
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AGILITY
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Mid Contour Back System (AGILITY Mid Contour)
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ROHO
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AGILITY
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Max Contour Back System (AGILITY Max Contour)
AGILITY Fixed Hardware is intended to be used only with ROHO AGILITY Back System that are 10, 13, and 16 in. (25.5, 33, and
40.5 cm) in height.
CONTRAINDICATION: AGILITY Fixed Hardware is NOT intended to be used on ROHO AGILITY Back Systems greater than 16 in.
(40.5 cm) in height.
ROHO, Inc. recommends that a clinician, such as a doctor or therapist experienced in seating and positioning, be consulted to determine if
AGILITY Fixed Hardware is appropriate for the individual’s particular seating needs.
ROHO medical products are intended to be part of an overall care regimen. ROHO, Inc. recommends that a clinician make product
recommendations based upon an evaluation of the individual’s medical and therapeutic needs and overall condition.
Important Safety Information
Warnings:
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DO NOT use the product without first reading and understanding all of the provided instructions. If you are unable to perform any
tasks in this manual, seek assistance by contacting your clinical caregiver, distributor, or ROHO, Inc.
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Follow all instructions and safety information provided with the product and provided by the manufacturer of your wheelchair or
other accessories.
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Skin/soft tissue breakdown can occur due to a number of factors, which vary by individual. Check skin frequently, at least once a
day, especially those areas covering bony prominences. Redness, bruising, or darker areas (when compared to normal skin) may
indicate the beginning of soft tissue breakdown and may need to be addressed. If there is any discoloration to skin/soft tissue,
STOP USE immediately. If the discoloration does not disappear within 30 minutes after disuse, immediately consult a healthcare
professional.
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The product should be installed by a qualified and competent medical equipment provider or licensed healthcare professional.
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The product must be sized correctly to the individual and the wheelchair.
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As with any addition to a wheelchair, the product may affect your wheelchair’s stability. Before using the product, consult with a
clinician to determine whether your wheelchair should be modified.
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DO NOT lean over the top of an AGILITY Back System. Doing so may cause a change in the center of gravity, and the wheelchair
could tip over.
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Use caution when installing, adjusting, or removing hardware to avoid pinching or trapping fingers in openings.
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Check daily to confirm the tightness of screws, nuts, clamps, and brackets. Retighten loose screws, following the instructions in
this manual. Check daily for wear and breakage. DO NOT use the product if any part cannot be tightened or is broken. Periodically,
the product should be thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician.
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DO NOT lift or push a wheelchair using any part of an AGILITY because it may become detached from the wheelchair.