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Giraffe

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Содержание Giraffe

Страница 1: ...with the product at all times This product is a prescribed Medical Device To be used only under the guidance of a Therapist or Prescribing Practitioner You must read these instructions carefully befo...

Страница 2: ...Giraffe INSTRUCTION FOR USE Colour of fabric and plastic may vary...

Страница 3: ...Benefits 12 Frequent Adjustments Castors Safety Strap 15 Thoracic Strap Footplate 16 Tilt in space 17 Tray 18 Clinical Adjustments Kneeblocks 22 Seat Depth 24 Back Angle 25 Mulitgrip Headrest 26 Thor...

Страница 4: ...s stage Jenx Limited Tel 44 0 114 285 3376 Ensure that good care is taken of your product clean regularly Do not use abrasive cleaners When not in use store this product in a dry place that is not sub...

Страница 5: ...m Key Wing knob Allen key bolt Swiss clip Wing nut Star knob Key for Users T Nut Plastic spacer Plastic washer Key to Components Carers and home users Re issue and stores Professional and technical us...

Страница 6: ...Carers and home users Re issue and stores Professional and technical users General Information CHAPTER ONE...

Страница 7: ...on the CE label see picture which is located on the product Please quote this number on all correspondence Attention Warning Please read Instruction for use Only for indoor use Always fasten and adju...

Страница 8: ...aning fluids abrasive cleaners or industrial bleaches Antibacterial spray or wipes can be used Always ensure that the product is dry before use Metal Frames and Coated Parts For deep cleaning a low pr...

Страница 9: ...ating where applicable Check gas springs for normal operation and resistance Slow descent creeping of the gas spring can be checked by observing the position of the unit over a period of time Check th...

Страница 10: ...escribing professional Do not make any adjustments other than those you have been instructed to make The Carer section of this guide gives the adjustments needed to aid daily use only any other adjust...

Страница 11: ...or Seller Buyer and User assume the risk of any such use MANUFACTURER MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEP...

Страница 12: ...nd height to suit individual needs pg 30 Seat depth Benefits Adjustable to allow for different leg lengths pg 24 Hip pads Benefits Adjustable for width and height to suit individual needs pg 31 Armres...

Страница 13: ...Benefits The tray gives a surface for the child to play and learn on It is adjustable for height and angle pg 18 Kneeblocks Benefits Knee cups help to maintain thigh and hip position pg 22 Footplate a...

Страница 14: ...Carers and home users Re issue and stores Professional and technical users Frequent Adjustments CHAPTER TWO...

Страница 15: ...aps before adjusting product Ensure finger s width between safety strap and client to prevent over tightening or client moving to inappropriate position Adjust straps for each client and changes of cl...

Страница 16: ...the child s hips is important as it is the base of their posture Weight should be evenly distributed on either side and their pelvis should be level and not rotated Thoracic Strap Open Loosen Tighten...

Страница 17: ...s one on each side Step 2 Tilt the chair in space until the required angle is gained Why Benefits of the Adjustments By altering the position of the child in space you can help them to perceive the en...

Страница 18: ...d recommends that children are never left unattended whilst using this Medical Device Children may slip or fall when unattended and may suffer serious injury It is the sole responsibility of the perso...

Страница 19: ...fits Tray height is adjusted for the following reasons To allow the child to have support from for their arms To allow the child to have support at the height that suits them for active work on the tr...

Страница 20: ...or writing An increased angle means that a child will tend to hold their head up better when using the tray An increased angle will help some children to see their work more clearly Step 1 Loosen win...

Страница 21: ...CHAPTER THREE Clinical Adjustments Re issue and stores Professional and technical users...

Страница 22: ...position Tighten wing knob Step 2 Slide up or down the slot Step 3 Tighten wing knob Width Adjustment Step 1 Loosen wing knob Fitting the kneeblocks Step 1 Insert the wing knob through the slot in th...

Страница 23: ...nee cups are too low or high they can push the calf or thigh bone only and this will put a strain on the knee joint Knee block positions Position 2 The pads can be used to prevent over active external...

Страница 24: ...ir feet on the footplate set seat length to about 2 cm shorter than the thigh length of the child to prevent pressure behind the knee If the child has one leg shorter than the other set the seat lengt...

Страница 25: ...his angle sets the position of the child s hips To control children who extend strongly bring the back forwards to reduce the angle at the hips This helps to reduce extensor spasm in most children Ope...

Страница 26: ...Angle depth and height adjustment Angle and depth Step 1 Loosen wing knobs Step 2 Adjust depth and angle of headrest Step 3 Tighten wing knobs Height Step 1 Loosen wing knob Step 2 Adjust height of he...

Страница 27: ...support the child s head for activities or for rest The height adjustment is used to make sure that the child s head is upright at a comfortable height the angle adjustment will ensure the child s hea...

Страница 28: ...port Position 2 Used like this the multi grip headrest can be used to encourage a child with a strong ATNR or preference for one side to look to the non preferred side Multi grip headrest positions Po...

Страница 29: ...ild s chin to make feeding easier Position 5 Used in this way the Multi grip headrest can be reduced to form a small accurately placed support The angle adjustment can be used to hold the child s head...

Страница 30: ...ort pads are designed to hold the child s body straight whilst sitting Gravity then helps to develop their bones and their muscle tone Ensure two fingers space between the thoracic supports and the ch...

Страница 31: ...ule and any deviation should be fully documented as part of a Risk Assessment or Therapy Program and all relevant staff and carers appropriately trained Secure client with straps before adjusting prod...

Страница 32: ...32 Clinical Adjustments Upper Back Pad Step 1 Loosen the wing knob Step 2 Set the upper back pad height Step 3 Tighten the wing knob To remove undo wingnut completely and take off 1 2 3...

Страница 33: ...Carers and home users Re issue and stores Professional and technical users CHAPTER FOUR Optional Accessories...

Страница 34: ...Activity frames are added to the trays of both seating systems and standing systems to do one of two things 1 To hold toys near to the child to prevent them being lost 2 To keep toys at a level where...

Страница 35: ...on block Step 1 Insert the wing knob through the metal washer plastic washer the slot and into the threaded hole in the underside of the seat Step 2 Tighten the wing knob Step 1 Loosen the wing knob S...

Страница 36: ...ootplate and the sandals as shown Note Ensure you use the wing knobs that are supplied with the raising blocks as the thread is longer Booties Booties are fitted in the same way as the sandals as show...

Страница 37: ...further adjustment instructions the adjustments are the same as for the Multigrip headrest Assembly Adjustments Height Step 1 Loosen wing knob Step 2 Move shoulder protractor to required height Step 3...

Страница 38: ...Carers and home users Re issue and stores Professional and technical users CHAPTER FIVE Maintenance and Inspection...

Страница 39: ...taking into account the condition of the fabric and the foam inside Check that all hand wheels and levers are in good condition and fitted securely Check the product and any accessories fully for any...

Страница 40: ...and Bolts Are there nuts and bolts missing or damaged Castors Are the castors in good order Do swivels and brakes work Springs Do all gas springs work and hold pressure and weight Sandals Are the san...

Страница 41: ...ght adjustment and two for angle adjustment and allow tray arms to drop to their lowest position They will now be level and the tray can be attached Always adjust the armrest height and angle whilst t...

Страница 42: ...Inspect products Answer The purchasing authority has a duty under the MHRA guidelines DB2006 05 to address training for Medical Devices Management Check with your authority Question Does Jenx run tech...

Страница 43: ...43 Giraffe Notes...

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