Akces-Med NOVA HOME User manual

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N O V A H O M E
S P E C I A L N E E D S S T R O L L E R
USER MANUAL

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the product was purchased from qualified Akces-Med employee or at
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AKCES-MED. Ltd. reserve the right to introduce 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
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CONTENTS
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4. Size table...............................................................................................................10
2. Indication for use...................................................................................................6
3.1. Standard equipment...................................................................................7
5.5 A backrest.....................................................................................20djustable
5.4 Wheels.........................................................................................................16
3. General characteristics of stroller........................................................................7
5. How to use the stroller........................................................................................11
1. The purpose of user manual................................................................................6
3.2. Accessories..................................................................................................8
5.1 Floding the stroller.....................................................................................12
5.2 Unfloding the stroller................................................................................13
5.3 Footrest.......................................................................................................15
5.3.1 F ..........................................................15ootrest tilt angle adjustment
5.3.2 F ..............................................................15ootrest length adjustment
5.3.3 F plate .........................................................16oot tilt angle adjustment
5.4.1 Brake......................................................................................................16
5.4.2 indoor TANGO swivel.........................................................18Removing
5.4.3 Mounting indoor TANGO swivel..........................................................18
5.6 Tilt-in-space function..................................................................................21
5.7 Headrest......................................................................................................22
5.8 5-point safety belts.....................................................................................23
5.9 Upholstery....................................................................................................27
5.9.1 Flex upholstery................................................................................27
5.9.2 Waterproof upholstery HYDRO....................................................29
5.10 Safety rail....................................................................................................32
6. Accessories..........................................................................................34
6.2 NVH_625 EVO module..............................................................................38
6.3 NVH_128 Abduction block........................................................................40
6.1 NVH_627 NOVA module............................................................................34

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8. Safety rules............................................................................................................52
6.4 NVH_405 Floding canopy..........................................................................40
6.5 NVH_445 Footmuff....................................................................................41
6.6 NVH_114 H Harness / NVH_130 4 point safety vest..............................42
9. ..................................................................................54Term of warranty.................
10. ...............................................................................55Maintenance and cleaning.
7. The use of stroller................................................................................................47
7.1 Preparation of the patient.......................................................................47
7.2 Preparation of the stroller.......................................................................48
7.3 How to use vest........................................................................................49
11. Labelling..............................................................................................................57
10.1 Symbols.................................................................................................57

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Numerous adjustments and a wide range of the accessories make it possible to
adapt the stroller to the individual needs of the user. An adjustable footrest and the
3-step tilt-in-space function of the seat enable the users to travel in a comfortable
position.
NOVA HOME® is a very maneuverable stroller due to 4 indoor TANGO swivel wheels
– front wheels are equipped with a brake whereas the rear wheels are equipped with
the fixed direction of movement and a brake. The wheels used in the stroller are
perfect to be used at home.
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Special needs stroller NOVA HOME® is a perfect solution in case of home
rehabilitation of users with locomotor dysfunctions. It is especially recommended
for spastic users as well as those requiring additional stabilization. The deep seat
provides a comfortable position in the stroller, which helps to correct posture
defects and significantly prevents their deepening.
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The stroller is easy to fold thanks to its construction and the compact dimensions
make it fit even into the smallest car trunks.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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2. INDICATIONS FOR USE
1. THE PURPOSE OF USER MANUAL
The instruction manual contains basic information necessary to
properly:
§prepare the stroller before use
§use the stroller
§maintain and clean the stroller
This user manual should be kept in an easily accessible place. The manual is
intended for people who look after disabled users, as well as for doctors and
physiotherapists handling the stroller. Before using the stroller for the first
time, the user (or caregiver) is obliged to familiarize himself/herself with the
user manual
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nCerebral palsy – various types and forms.
nMeningocele.
nDegeneration and neurological diseases.
The device is recommended for people in the following cases:
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).
nMuscles diseases with weakness and paralysis (dystrophy, myasthenia
gravis, myositis).
nGenetic disorders.
nOther condition connected with muscles weakness, paralysis and
musculoskeletal disorders.
nAfter head and spinal cord injuries and spine trauma with paralysis and
paresis.
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3. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STROLLER
3.1 Standard equipment
Central brake
Front indoor TANGO swivel wheels with a brake,
Rear indoor TANGO swivel wheels with the fixed direction of movement
and a brake,
Adjustable footrest with 2-point feet stabilizing belts
Seat cushion
Foldable frame
Flex upholstery
Waterproof HYDRO™ upholstery
Safety rail
Adjustable headrest
Tilt-in-space adjustment
5-point safety belts
Push handle
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3.2 Accessories
LED lights Belt for moving patients AM-P
NVH_001 NVH_002 NVH_101
Thigh abduction belts
NVH_107
Pelvic belt
NVH_126
Trunk belt
Adjustable abduction block
NVH_128 NVH_134
NVH_137 NVH_147
5 points feet stabilizing belts
Tray
NVH_403
Floding canopy
NVH_405
H Harness
NVH_114
4 points safety vest
NVH_130
Narrowing pads 6 cm
Narrowing pads 10 cm
NVH_161
Foot and ankle stabilizing sandals
NVH_162
Dynamic ankle stabilizers (FP-22)
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Cup holder
NVH_411
Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Elastico seat cushion
NVH_412
Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Wheel covers
NVH_415
NOVA Module
NVH_627
NVH_408
Rain cover
Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Soft footrest cover
NVH_429
Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Footmuff
NVH_445
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Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Bag
NVH_501
Carrier bag for folded stroller
with pockets for wheels
NVH_506
Organizer bag
NVH_509
Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Winter muffs
NVH_44
Чехол на колеса
NVA_415
Lap tray
NVH_448
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EVO Module
NVH_626

4. SIZE TABLE
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Symbol Measurement Unit Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
ASeat width [cm] 31 36 41
LSeat depth [cm] 32 38 44
C1 [cm] 62 70 84
EBackrest width [cm] 31 36 41
FFootrests length [cm] 25-43 30-50 32-56
Footer length [cm] 21 24 27
Push handle height [cm] 96 96 96
XBackrest tilt angle [°] 97 97 97
Y Seat tilt angle [°] 15, 20, 25
ZFootrests tilt angle [°] 95-150 95-150 95-135
Maximum user weight [kg] 40 60 90
Measurement Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
Width [cm]
Width after folding [cm]
Length [cm]
Length after folding [cm]
Height [cm]
Height after folding [cm]
Weight [kg]
C[cm] 43-55 54-66 64-79
Headrest height
WIndicative user height*[cm] 100-130 120-160 140-180
*The value cannot be main factor for selection of product size
15, 20, 25 15, 20, 25
SIZE TABLE
Backrest height
WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS
Note: Measurement tolerance range is +/- 1 cm / ½ in..
Note: Approximate values, depending on the product configuration.
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112 126 152
87 91 100
97 109 123
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5. HOW TO USE THE STROLLER
PRESS
Warning icon – appears in the manual when you need to take
special precautions.
Info icon – appears in the manual when you need to press the
button shown in the photo.
Info icon – appears in the manual when you need to use the
tools indicated in the assembly description.
Info icon – appears in the manual when you need to read the
additional information.
KEY
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FOLDING THE STROLLER
5.1.
Keep the user away when folding and unfolding the stroller as there is a
serious risk of injury.
Remove the safety rail before folding the stroller.
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5.1
5.2. UNFOLDING THE STROLLER
You can disassemble the wheels, e.g. for transportation (see chapter 5.4.2,
page 18).
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When unfolding the stroller, make sure that the upholstery does not get
between the elements of the folding mechanism!
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Make sure that the stroller has been correctly unfolded, the elements of the
folding mechanism overlap the frame and are blocked. You should hear the
characteristic “click” sound when the elements are overlapping.
click
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STOLIK
5.3.1 FOOTREST TILT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
REQUIRED TOOLS
hex key 3
5.1
5.3. FOOTREST
5.3.2 FOOTREST LENGTH ADJUSTMENT
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At the lowest footrest position, a collision with the front wheels may occur.
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spanner key 13
5.3.3 FOOTPLATE TILT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
REQUIRED TOOLS
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5.1
5.4. WHEELS
5.4.1 BRAKE
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The stroller is equipped with front indoor TANGO swivel wheels with a brake.
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The stroller is equipped with rear indoor TANGO swivel wheels with the fixed
direction of movement (press the blockade once) and a brake (press the
blockade the second time).
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The central brake does not work
with standard indoor TANGO
swivel wheels!
The central brake only works when
the inflatable wheels are mounted on
the stroller NOVA MODULE, EVO
MODULE (see chapter 6.1, page 34;
chapter 6.2, page 38).
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5.4.2 REMOVING INDOOR TANGO SWIVEL
REQUIRED TOOLS
hex key 5
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REQUIRED TOOLS
1hex key 5
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5.4.3 MOUNTING INDOOR TANGO SWIVEL WHEEL
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Make sure to mount the indoor TANGO swivel wheels with a brake at the
front, and indoor TANGO swivel wheels with the fixed direction of movement
and a brake at the rear of the stroller.
Front indoor TANGO swivel wheels
with a brake.
Rear indoor TANGO swivel wheels with the fixed
direction of movement and a brake.
At the lowest footrest position, a collision with the front wheels may occur.
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REGULACJA PELOTY PIERSIOWEJ
There are three backrest
positions possible.
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5.1
5.5. ADJUSTABLE BACKREST
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Do not adjust the backrest with the user in the stroller.
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