Akces-Med HIPPO+ User manual

HIPPO+™
USER MANUAL

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usage of the device only when the product was purchased
from qualified Akces-Med employee or at specialized
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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.
Producer's identification number in the Registration Department of
Healing Products, Medical Products and Biocide Products: PL/CA01
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ISO 13485 regarding production, sales and service. The system is certified
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CONTENTS
1. The purpose of user ............................................................................................................6
2. Indications for use................................................................................................................6
3. General characteristics of stroller......................................................................................7
3.1. Standard equipment...................................................................................................7
3.2. Additional equipment................................................................................................8
4. Size table .............................................................................................................................10
5.Description how to use stroller..........................................................................................11
5.1.Unfolding stroller for usage..................................................................................... 11
5.2.Folding stroller for transportation............................................................................ 13
5.3.Backrest...................................................................................................................... 15
5.4. Adjustment of footrest.............................................................................................. 15
5.5. Safety belts ............................................................................................................... 16
5.6. Reduction and stabilization set.................................................................................16
5.7. Footer belts.................................................................................................................17
5.8. Rail.............................................................................................................................. 17
5.9. Brakes......................................................................................................................... 18
5.10. Adjustment of headrest...........................................................................................18
5.11. Drive system ............................................................................................................ 19
5.12. Abduction block....................................................................................................... 19
5.13. Adjustment of handle .............................................................................................19
5.14. Wheels.......................................................................................................................20
5.15. Canopy..................................................................................................................... 21
5.16. Side pelottes.............................................................................................................21
5.17. Upholstery................................................................................................................22
5.18. Window.....................................................................................................................22
6. Additional equipment........................................................................................................23
6.1 Carrycot......................................................................................................................23
6.2 Infant car seat............................................................................................................24
6.3 Tray..............................................................................................................................24
6.4 Headrest cover...........................................................................................................25
6.5 Umbrella.....................................................................................................................25
6.6 Cup holder..................................................................................................................25

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7. The use of stroller............................................................................................................. 26
7.1.Preparation of the patient........................................................................................26
7.2. How to use stroller....................................................................................................27
8. Safety rules...........................................................................................................................28
9. Maintenance and cleaning..................................................................................................31
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INTRODUCTION
to help during rehabilitation process and daily activities. The stroller is created
for children with illnesses which make independent sitting and standing difficult
or impossible. Stroller is equipped with stabilizing function. It is possible to
secure patient with the aid of elements during taking sitting as well as reclining
position. This characteristic is beneficial due to the fact that it prevents
contractures and further deformations.
New stroller HIPPO+™ is better and improved due to additional
solutions thanks to which using the product is more comfortable. HIPPO+™ is
equipped with shock absorbers which make it possible to use the product
outdoors and, moreover, they soften the vibration. Furthermore, the stroller has
canopy which protects from sun and wind.
Before using the product, user is obliged to 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.
If you have any questions or remarks, do not hesitate to contact our medical
consultant (ph. 508 382 509) or directly AKCES-MED Sp. Z o.o. (ph. 17 864 04 70).
Thank you for purchasing our product.
HIPPO+™ stroller is a special wheelchair which was created with the aim
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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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for proper usage, preparation, maintenance, cleaning and guarantee conditions
regarding HIPPO+™ stroller.
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.
Remember that complying with guidelines is highly important. It assures safety
and extends durability as well as aesthetics of the device.
THE PURPOSE OF USER
The present user manual contains basic information which is essential
The device is recommended for people in the following cases:
nCerebral palsy – various types and forms.
nBrain and spinal cord injuries with lower limbs paralysis and weakness,
balance and motor coordination disorders with different etiology.
nDemyelinating disease (e.g. multiple sclerosis - SM).
nMeningocele.
nMuscles diseases with weakness and paralysis (dystrophy, myasthenia
gravis, myositis).
nGenetic disorders.
nDegeneration and neurological diseases.
nOther condition connected with muscles weakness, paralysis and
musculoskeletal disorders.
nAfter head and spinal cord injuries and spine trauma with paralysis and
paresis.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
CAUTION! Before using the product, user is obliged to
familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
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3.1. Standard equipment
14.Adjustable ergonomically shaped handle
15. Leg cover
16. Back pumped wheels
17. Rail
18. Folding mechanism
19. Lock which prevents front wheels from
dismantling
20.Lock which prevents back wheels from
dismantling
21. Rain cover
22. Bag
23. Pump
24. Additional pillows for seat and backrest
(1 size)
25. Lumbar pad (size 1)
1. Foldable frame with wheels
2. Swivel front wheels
3. Swivel lock for front wheels
4. Drive system with shock absorbers and
brake
5. Detachable seat
6. Adjustable footrest
7. Roomy basket
8. Removable Abduction block
9. Adjustable backrest
10. Adjustable side pelottes
11. 5 points seat belts
12. Adjustable headrest
13. Adjustable and folding canopy
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STROLLER
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3.2. Additional equipment
HPO_101 Abduction-
adduction thight belts
HPO_114 H Harness
HPO_414 Tray
HPO_410 Headrest cover
HPO_402 Umbrella
HPO_137 Reduction set
consisting of additional seat
HPO_007 Infant car seat
HPO_124 Loins suport
HPO_411 Cup holder
HPO_138 Head support with
belt
HPO_001 LED lamps
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Safety
HPO_130 4 points safety vest
Stabilization
Comfort
HPO_422 Carrycot
HPO_409 Mosquito net
HPO_415 (4 pcs)Wheels cover

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HPO_717 Front wheel
HPO_718 Tire front
HPO_719 Innertube front
HPO_506 Travel Bag Standard
HPO_600 Kid-sit Buggypod IO HPO_601 Kid-sit Buggypod LITE
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HPO_604 Rain cover for
Buggypod HPO_605 Adaptation set
HPO_602 Extension bar
HPO_603 Mounting set 70
Built-up
Storage
HPO_611 Buggypod PERLE
Części zamienne
HPO_714 Rear wheel
HPO_715 Tire rear
HPO_716 Innertube rear
HPO_602 Extension bar for
Buggypod

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SIZE TABLE
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Symbol Unit Size 1 Size 2
ASeat width [cm] 20*, 31 34
Seat depth [cm] 29 29
Głębokość siedziska do klina [cm] 19 24
CBackrest height (without headrest) [cm] 40*, 45 55
DBackrest height (with headrest) [cm] 38-46 55-64
EBackrest width (with side pelottes) [cm] 9-18 12-22
Backrest width (without side pelottes) [cm] 31 34
FFootrests length [cm] 16, 22*24, 28
Footplate length [cm] 14 18,5
Push handle height [cm] 100 100
Seat tilt angle [°] 15 15
Backrest tilt angle [°] 90-140
Footrests tilt angle [°] 90-180 90-180
Maximum user weight [kg] 20 30
[cm] 66 66
Length [cm] 109 113
Height [cm] 105 113
After folding width [cm] 66 66
After folding length [cm] 115 125
After folding height [cm] 56 56
Weight [kg] 19,5 22
*with reduction set consisting of additional seat
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Weight and dimensions of the device
Width
Measurement
Size 1 Size 2
Note: Dimensional tolerance in the table is +1/-1 cm.
X
Y
Z
90-140

5.1.Unfolding stroller for usage
5.1.1.
receiving the product. In order to do that, follow
these steps:
STEP 1. Unscrew knobs and remove blocking
screws.
STEP 2. Pull stroller hood upwards till brackets
situated on each side of stroller are placed on the
same line and mounting holes overlay.
STEP 3. Fasten cover
It is necessary to unfold the part of seat after
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DESRIPTION HOW TO USE STROLLER
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fig.1
fig.2 fig.3
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5.1.2. To unfold stroller it is important to pull handle upwards (fig.4) till folding
mechanism is latched (fig.5).
5.1.3. It is necessary to place seat in proper places of frame in order to mount
seat on frame (fig.6, 7).
Seat can be mounted either forwards or backwards.
Click
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fig.4 fig.5
fig.6 fig.7
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5.2. Folding stroller for transportation
5.2.1. In order to remove seat it is necessary to fasten levers which are placed on
sides of the stroller till they are blocked (fig.8). This activity should be repeated
for the other side of stroller.
Seat construction should be removed from frame. Pull it upwards so as to
remove it (fig.9)
5.2.2. When internal construction is taken out, it is possible to fold stroller's
frame. In order to do that, pull simultaneously handles which are placed on
both sides of frame till frame's pipes are unblocked from handles. Next, fold
stroller by pulling either lower (fig.10) or upper (fig.11) handles.
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fig.8 fig.9
fig.10 fig.11
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Press buttons situated in the middle of wheel so as to dismantle back wheels
(fig.14, 15).
Next, fold stroller's handle in the direction of
front wheels (fig. 12).
5.2.4. It is also possible to dismantle wheels
for transportation (fig. 13).
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fig.13 fig.12
fig.14 fig.15
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5.3. Backrest
5.4. Adjustment of footrest
5.4.1. Adjustment of tilt angle
It is possible to adjust footrest's tilt angle.
Press Simultaneously buttons (fig.16)
placed on both sides of footer in order to
release hinges. Footrest is blocked at
chosen position when buttons are released
5.4.2. Adjustment of length
There are three configurations which may
be applied while adjustment of foot rest's
length. Unscrew knobs situated at the back
of footrest and remove screws. Adjust
footer at your discretion, insert screws into
proper holes and tighten knobs once
again..
5.3.1. Adjustment of backrest's tilt angle
Backrest's tilt angle can be adjusted. It is
necessary to pull handle situated at the
back of backrest upwards. Then, adjust
backrest at your discretion and release
handle (fig.15).
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fig.15
fig.16
fig.17
CAUTION! The footrest should always be tighten with 4
screws .
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5.5.
5.5.1.
placed at upper parts of belts (fig.17) and insert them into zip from lower part of
stroller (fig.18).
5.6. Reduction and stabilization set
Safety belts
In order to fasten safety belts it is important to join 2 plastic elements
5.6.1. Stroller is equipped with seat pillow
and lumbar pelotte. Reduction is applied in
case of small children in order to adjust
correct as well as comfortable position. What
is more, pillows can be easily dismantled
which is really beneficial when children will
grow.
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fig.18
fig.17
fig.19
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5.8.
5.8.1.
disassembly of rail. Lock protects baby from
falling out from stroller (fig.23)
5.8.2. In order to dismantle rail it is necessary to
pull locks away (locks are situated on both
sides). Then, block locks.
5.8.3. Place rail on frame's pipes and block locks
so as to rail is mounted.
Rail
It is essential to unfasten lock (2) before
5.7.
Footer belts are adjusted with the aid of Velcro tapes. Remember that belts
should be fastened criss-crossed so as to stabilize footers (fig.20-22).
Footer belts
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fig.20 fig.21
fig.22
fig.23
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5.9
5.9.1.
back part of frame to immobilize stroller.
5.9.2. Pull lever upwards (2) to release
brake.
Brakes
Press brake's lever (1) situated at the
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5.10.
5.10.1.
situated at the back of backrest. Secondly, adjust headrest at your discretion and
tighten knob once again.
Knob is situated below handle which is designed for adjustment of backrest's tilt
angle.
Adjustment of headrest
It is possible to adjust the height of headrest. Firstly, unscrew knob
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fig.24
fig.25 fig.26
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5.11.
5.11.1.
damper control. First adjustment, 'Control',
is especially beneficial while driving on
uneven ground. Second adjustment,
'Sport', is useful while driving on even
ground.
Adjustment is possible with the aid of lever
(fig.27) situated below shock absorber
spring.
5.12. Abduction block
5.12.1. So as to dismantle abduction block,
unscrew knob situated under seat and then
remove abduction block from seat (fig.28).
5.13. Adjustment of handle
5.13.1. It is necessary to press
simultaneously buttons (fig.29)
situated on both sides of handle so as
to adjust tilt angle of handle. Handle is
blocked at chosen position when
buttons are released.
Drive system
There are two possible positions of
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Sport
Comfort
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fot.25fig.28
fot.25fig.29
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fot.25fig.30
fot.25fig.31
fot.25fig.32
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5.14. Wheels
5.14.1. Stroller is equipped with swivel front
heels with lock. In order to block swivel front
wheels with lock it is essential to turn knob
situated above wheels clockwise (fig.30).
5.14.2. Turn knob anticlockwise in order to
release swivel front wheels with lock (fig.31).
14.3. So as to dismantle front wheels it is
necessary to press buttons (fig.32) situated
above wheels. Press them when stroller is raised
and front wheels do not touch the floor.
5.14.4. Front wheels can be mounted by pushing
wheels into proper places.
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CAUTION!
1 Bar.
The recommended
air pressure is