Akces-Med GRAVITY User manual

GRAVITY™
USER MANUAL
STANDER

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usage of the device only when the product was purchased
from qualified Akces-Med employee or at specialized medical
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technical and trading changes in the content of the
instruction without warning.
Medical product first class according to the Regulation 93/42/EWG
of European Parliament and Council regarding medical products.
For this product the producer issued relevant declaration of conformity.
Akces-Med Sp. z o.o. Company introduced quality
management system ISO 13485 regarding production,
sales and service. The system is certified by Det Norske
Veritas.

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CONTENTS
2. ... .......................5
3. General characteristics of stander.......................................................................................6
3.1 Standard equipment ................................................................................................. 6
4. Size table.................................... ...........................................................................................7
5. Description how to use stander ...........................................................................................8
6. Description how to use stander .........................................................................................17
7. The use of Stander..............................................................................................................18
7.1 Preparation of the patient........................................................................................18
7.2 .................................................................19
7.3 Upright position.......................................................................................................20
8. Safety rules...........................................................................................................................22
9. Maintenance and cleaning..................................................................................................25
1. The purpose of user manual...............……….........................................................................5
Indications for use
How to use stander..................................
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INTRODUCTION
GRAVITY ™ is a stable and durable device, enabling the patient to adopt passive
upright position. The device is easy to operate, whereas the system of supports makes
the patient feel safe and confident. Pelvic and chest brace completely adapts to the
patient's body, greatly influences his proper upright standing position. By using a gas
spring you can easily set the patient either in prone or supine standing position.
Additionally, the GRAVITY ™ is equipped with four rotating castors which enable its easy
relocation along with the patient. A variety of design solutions of this device influence
positive development of the patient as well as make it easier to overcome the results from
injury or mobility limitations.
The replacement of the electrical supply system, typically used in this type of
devices, by the swivel mechanism made the device more user-friendly. No need to charge
the battery and control its power level will eliminate a lot of problems and inconveniences
regarding the use of electrical supply. In order to set the patient in upright position, you
only need to release the lever of the gas spring, and then set the device in the desired
position. By using such innovative mechanism supported by the work of the gas spring,
the operation of the device does not require much effort regardless of the patient's
weight. The operator of the standing frame is able in just a few seconds to change the
position of the patient, for example, in the case of his fainting.
Please read the manual carefully. You will find there detailed information about
the product and learn how to effectively and safely use it.
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CAUTION!
familiarize himself/herself with user manual. Remember
that complying with guidelines is highly important. It assures
safety and extends durability as well as aesthetics of the
device.
Before using the product, user is obliged to
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INDICATIONS FOR USE
The device is recommended for people in the following cases:
nDegeneration conditions.
nBrain and spinal cord disorders with paraplegia, hemiplegia, balance and
motor coordination disorders.
nDemyelinating disease (e.g. multiple sclerosis – SM).
nMeningocele.
nMuscles diseases with weakness and paralysis (dystrophy, myasthenia
gravis, myositis).
nGenetic disorders.
nDegeneration and metabolic disorders.
nAfter head and spinal cord injuries and spine trauma with paralysis and
paresis with paraplegia, especially in quadriplegia condition (as a stage of
rehabilitation process or permanent orthopedic support).
nCerebral palsy – various types and forms.
for proper usage, preparation, maintenance, cleaning and guarantee conditions
regarding GRAVITY™ stander.
User manual should be kept in easily accessible place. It is designed for
people who look after disabled children, and for both doctors as well as
physiotherapists who operate the device.
THE PURPOSE OF USER MANUAL
The present user manual contains basic information which is essential
Remember that complying with guidelines is highly important. It assures safety
and extends durability as well as aesthetics of the device
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CAUTION! Before using the product, user is obliged to
familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
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1. Headrest with special opening for the face.
2. Backrest / bed.
3. Chest brace.
4. Pelvic brace.
5. Adjustable knee supports.
6. Footrest with footplates and feet stabilizing belts.
7. Frame with castors and brakes.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STANDER
3.1. Standard equipment
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3.2.Additional equipment
GVY_135 Hip guide GVY_155 Plateral supports GVY_424 Handsgrips

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SIZE TABLE
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Size Table
Weight and dimensions of the device
Measurement Unit Size 1
Width [cm] 79
Length [cm] 175
Height [cm] 49
Weight [kg] 63
Symbol Measurement Unit Size 1
ABackrest length in lying position [cm] 200
BBackrest length in standing position [cm] 160
CBackrest width [cm] 55
DBackrest height from the floor in lying position [cm] 51-115
EDistance from the headrest to the platform [cm] 170-190
FFootplates length
[cm] 30
GFootplates spacing
[cm] 16-44
HKnee supports spacing
[cm] 16-42
IChest/Hip support width
[cm] 16-47
JTilting range
[°] 0-84
KHeadrest tilt angle [°] -10-90
LBase width (wheel axis)
[cm] 64
MBase length (wheel axis)
[cm] 133
Maximum user weight
[kg] 120
Indicative user height
[cm] 140-190

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DESRIPTION HOW TO USE STANDER
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PRONE STANDINGSUPINE STANDING
5.1. Operation of the standing frame – GENERAL INDICATIONS
5.1 Height adjustment of the standing
frame
In order to raise the standing frame, you
should turn the crankshaft located
under the headrest until you reach the
desired height.
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5.2. Knee supports and knee pads adjustment
A – Height adjustment knob relative to
the backrest / bed
B – Knee support adjustment knob
lengthwise the backrest / bed
C – Knee support spacing knob
5.3. Footrest
F – In order to adjust the footrest height,
you should pull the pin with knob and
set the desired height. It should be
noted if the pin jumped into the hole
and the footrest is completely blocked.
At the end, tighten the knob.
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CAUTION!
h . Please do not place the
fingers between the bed and frame during
adjustment.
Pay your attention during the
eight adjustment

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5.4. Footplates
In order to change the footplates
setting, you should loosen the indicated
screw by using the Allen wrench (fig.5).
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5.5. Chest and pelvic brace
Braces adjustment takes place by use of Velcro straps. Braces should be
additionally secured by clasping the buckle.
CAUTION! Keep in mind that after the each
adjustment, you should tighten the adjustment knobs
and fastenings.
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