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GMDN 41620

4U Base

UM0100 UK   2022-03

This product conforms to MDR regulation
(EU) 2017/745 for medical products. 

User Manual

Summary of Contents for GMDN 41620

Page 1: ...GMDN 41620 4U Base UM0100 UK 2022 03 This product conforms to MDR regulation EU 2017 745 for medical products User Manual...

Page 2: ...7 2 QUICK REFERENCE 9 3 DESCRIPTION 10 4 FEATURES OF NETTI 4U BASE 11 5 ACCESSORIES 12 5 1 ASSEMBLING OF HIP BELT 14 6 ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENT 14 6 1 UNPACKING 14 6 2 MAIN WHEEL 15 6 3 FRONT CASTOR...

Page 3: ...CHNIQUES STEP DOWN 33 8 4 DRIVING TECHNIQUES SLOPE 33 8 5 DRIVING TECHNIQUES UP STAIRS 34 8 6 DRIVING TECHNIQUES DOWN STAIRS 34 8 7 TRANSFER 35 8 8 LIFTING THE WHEELCHAIR 36 8 9 PUSH RIM 36 9 TRANSPOR...

Page 4: ...e that wheelchairs should be chosen based on a thorough assessment focusing on the needs of the user and demands from the environment Therefore it is important to know about the possibilities and rest...

Page 5: ...TRAINDICATIONS Netti 4U BASE is not suited for persons with a strongly enhanced muscular spasticity In this case we recommend the Netti Dynamic System which offers a construction that follows the move...

Page 6: ...orrectly fitted the anti tip will secure the chair from tipping backwards We strongly recommend use of the anti tips A refurbishment manual for Netti Wheelchairs can be downloaded at My Netti com A re...

Page 7: ...mber Read Instruction Please note that this manual is updated according to the year and date stated on each page User Manual on web www my netti com For enhanced readability advantageous for users wit...

Page 8: ...kg Static stability uphill 0 28 Seat plane angle 5 20 Effective seat depth 425 mm 500 mm Effective seat width 350 mm 500 mm Seat surface height at front 465 mm 500 mm Backrest angle 92 137 Backrest he...

Page 9: ...ves you a brief introduction to the use and care of the Netti 4U Base wheelchair The quick reference is not a replacement for the manual only reminder check list Unpack the wheelchair Chapter 6 1 Moun...

Page 10: ...handles tilt recline 5 Head support bracket 6 Arm support with pad 7 Seat plate 8 Angle adjustable leg support 9 Calf support bracket 10 Foot board 11 Calf support 12 Front castors 13 Front fork 14 Ma...

Page 11: ...To be ordered separately 4 FEATURES OF NETTI 4U BASE ACCESSORIES SEAT Pressure distributive cushions Hip belts See chapter 5 WHEELS Puncture proof PU wheels 12 x1 3 4 16 x1 3 4 and 24x1 3 8 with drum...

Page 12: ...th Medium 110 mm width Large 140 mm width BELTS AND HARNESSES Several models Hip belts with or without upholstery and with plastic lock or car lock Chapter 5 1 for mounting 5 ACCESSORIES The anytime u...

Page 13: ...nt TRAYS etc 2 tray models Swingable and lockable UPHOLSTERY FOR TRAY Offers a soft base for the arm resting on the tray TOOL SET HEAD SUPPORTS Support C Large Support A Side support Support B Small S...

Page 14: ...t Chapter 6 5 6 Mount the seat cushion Chapter 6 9 7 Mount the leg supports Chapter 6 10 8 Mount the head support Chapter 6 11 9 Mount any accessories Chapter 5 Weight of components 450 mm chair width...

Page 15: ...t a 24 main wheel the hub bushing must be moved to correct hole in the main wheel bracket Then the quick release bolt is inserted through the centre of the main wheel and into the hub bushing while pr...

Page 16: ...T The seat height at the rear depends on Size of main wheel Position of main wheel Using 24 main wheels in the upper hole the seat height is 46 5 cm from the floor to the seating plate Using 24 main w...

Page 17: ...ition in the back rest hinge must be changed into the parallell position Check that the hole in the back rest hinge and the plastic bracket are mounted into the same hole position 6 mm Allen key 6 5 B...

Page 18: ...ould not be pulled out more than 50 mm 6 6 SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTMENT AT THE REAR If the seat depth should be adjusted at the rear release the locking bolt from the plastic bracket Find the required positi...

Page 19: ...ps should be mounted according to the mounting description which is enclosed with the chair upon arrival Use of the anti tip Pull the anti tip out Turn it up or down 180 Lock it in position ADJUSTING...

Page 20: ...of the leg support Hold it in an angle of app 20 to the side frame Put it into the leg support black plastic lock Swing it in and push down 6 10 BACK REST CUSHION The back rest cushion is attached to...

Page 21: ...he screw properly UNIVERSAL LEG SUPPORT The Universal leg support is fixed with the possibility of angle adjustment It is swingable and removable The foot plates are foldable and can be angled in fixe...

Page 22: ...nce of 40 50 mm between the foot plate and the ground While making the adjustment there must be no load on the foot plates Removing the leg support Pull the plastic lock on the foot plate rearwards so...

Page 23: ...ort bracket is fixed by tightening the four screws two by two diagonally so the bracket is fixed with the same strength divided on the four screws Adjusting the calf support The calf support is height...

Page 24: ...bar A Adjust the head support and fix it in required position Adjusting the head support in height Release the locking lever on the head support adapter C Adjust the head support and fix it in requir...

Page 25: ...locking arm support When side support is mounted on the wheelchair it will not be possible to revolve this arm support Be aware of potential squeeze hazard between arm support and top frame tube when...

Page 26: ...es and shall not be used as driving brakes Be aware of potential squeeze hazard between brake and tyre DRUM BRAKE If the wheelchair is mounted with 12 or 16 main wheels these will be equipped with dru...

Page 27: ...The parking brake will be released when you press the lever 1 against the push bow It is locked with a spring and this will in this way be released It is extremely important that the parking brakes ar...

Page 28: ...ilt Recline Risk for tipping Check the position of anti tip When chair back extension is mounted the tipping risk increases If necessary it should be improved by moving the main wheels further back Al...

Page 29: ...OR RECLINE FEATURES ARE GOING TO BE ADJUSTED The tilt and recline functions of all Netti comfort wheelchair models is a one hand operation including the dynamic wheelchair models This is a great bene...

Page 30: ...com Model Netti 4U BASE Language English Version 2022 03 A backward tilted seat unit gives a steeper seating angle in relation to the surface and prevent sliding of the wheelchair user A forward tilt...

Page 31: ...ax 47 51786221 DWG NO REPLACED BY ITEM NO Tolerance for non tolerance ISO 2768 m 1 15 Netti III comfortseat cmpl g A4 WEIGHT CREATED DATE 11 11 2015 ST CHECKED Model Netti 4U BASE Language English Ver...

Page 32: ...d chair balance The weight and balance of the chair influences the maneuvering qualities of the wheelchair The weight size and sitting position of the user are influencing factors The position of the...

Page 33: ...the speed of the chair by clutching the push rims Do not use the brakes 8 3 DRIVING TECHNIQUES STEP DOWN Companions drive down a step forwards Check that the anti tip is turned up Angle the wheelchai...

Page 34: ...the wheelchair holding onto the arm supports 8 5 DRIVING TECHNIQUES UP STAIRS Always ask for assistance Never use escalators even if assisted by a companion With assistance backwards Check that the an...

Page 35: ...give some important advices for preparation of the chair With or without companion sideways Before transfer The wheelchair should be placed as close as possible to the destination of the transfer Pull...

Page 36: ...AIR The wheelchair should be lifted by the frame and push bow only Lifting point are marked with this sign Never lift the wheelchair by the leg supports or arm supports Do not lift thewheelchair with...

Page 37: ...an accident For users taller than 1 85 m Netti 4U BASE cannot be used as a seat in a vehicle If a Netti head support is mounted correctly it is very stable but does not replace the need for external...

Page 38: ...its pressure by means of a fire degradable seal or other pressure relief device such that the article will not fragment and the article does not rocket Netti 4U Base has been crash tested without any...

Page 39: ...o hold the user Use safety belts if available to secure the user in the vehicle Netti 4U BASE with seat width 500 mm exceed the max width of 700 mm specified in PRM TSI and have influence on the possi...

Page 40: ...il on movable parts and all bearings Alu Rehab recommends use of ordinary bicycle oil 10 MAINTENANCE 10 1 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS You as a user of the wheelchair and your attendants and family are re...

Page 41: ...Rehab carries stock of all parts and is ready to supply these on short notice Necessary instructions for mounting will follow the parts Parts to be handled by user are defined in spare part catalogues...

Page 42: ...nd forks for dirt Check that the front castors are placed in correct position Too much weight over the front castors adjust the balance of the chair 6 3 6 3 6 3 The main wheels are difficult to take o...

Page 43: ...ossible at your expense or if you want to purchase a new product Normal wear incorrect use or incorrect handling is not a reason for claims 12 1 TESTS Netti 4U BASE is tested and has been approved for...

Page 44: ...our home page www My Netti com A recycling manual for the wheelchair can be obtained through your local dealer or downloaded at www My Netti com 12 4 NETTI CUSTOMIZED INDIVIDUAL ADAPTATIONS Netti cust...

Page 45: ...per step 500 mm is standard seat depth Measured from the seat plate to the top of Netti Seating System back cushion The weight is including main wheels front castors leg supports and arm supports No c...

Page 46: ...46 My Netti com Model Netti 4U BASE Language English Version 2022 03...

Page 47: ...47 Model Netti 4U BASE Language English Version 2022 03 My Netti com...

Page 48: ...MDH Sp zo o ul W Tymienieckiego 22 24 90 349 t dz Poland biuro mdh pl T 48 42 674 83 84 my netti com Alu Rehab AS Bedriftsvegen 23 N 4353 Klepp Stasjon Norway post My Netti com T 47 51 78 62 20 my net...

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