Akces-Med RACER EVO BODYMAP User manual

RACER EVO
BODYMAP™
USER MANUAL

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of the device only when the product was purchased from
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CONTENTS
1. The purpose of user manual...............................................................................................5
2. Indications for use................................................................................................................5
3. General characteristics of stroller......................................................................................6
3.1. Standard equipment.................................................................................................6
4. Size table...............................................................................................................................7
6. Detailed description how to operate stroller....................................................................8
5.1 How to unfold stroller.................................................................................................8
5.2 How to fold stroller.................................................................................................10
5.3 Adjustment of footrest's length.............................................................................11
5.4 Adjustment of backrest's tilt angle.........................................................................12
5.5 Adjustment of footrest position.............................................................................12
5.6 Foot stabilizing belts................................................................................................12
5.7 Vest.............................................................................................................................13
5.8 Wheels........................................................................................................................13
5.9 Hand brake................................................................................................................14
5.10 Safety rail..................................................................................................................14
5.11 Adjustable handle...................................................................................................14
5.12 Leg separator equipped with shin belt..................................................................15
6. The adjustment of BodyMap cushion................................................................................16
7 . The use of stroller................................................................................................................17
7.1 Preparation of patient..............................................................................................17
7.2 How to use stroller..................................................................................................18
8. Safety rules...........................................................................................................................19
9. Maintenance and cleaning.................................................................................................22

INTRODUCTION
Special needs stroller RACER EVO BodyMap™ is a special version of the
Racer Evo on which you can install BodyMap cushions. Special upholstery was
equipped with firm Velcro tapes on which we can fixed the BodyMap cushions.
Cushions was designed and are dedicated for Racer Evo. In standard RACER EVO
BodyMap™ consists of 3 BM cushions: BODYMAP A+- Sitting positioning
cushion with thigh abductor wedge and lateral supports,BODYMAP B+ -
Backrest cushion with lateral supports, BODYMAP D - Headrest.
Remember to read this user manual carefully. You will find not only
useful information but also guidelines regarding safe and effective use of the
product.
If you have any questions or remarks, do not hesitate to contact with us:
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CAUTION! 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.
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The present user manual contains basic information which is essential
for proper usage, preparation, maintenance, cleaning and guarantee conditions
regarding RACER EVO BODYMAP™ special 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 MANUAL
The device is recommended for people in the following c
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
nCerebral palsy – various types and form
INDICATIONS FOR USE
CAUTION! Before using the product, user is obliged to
familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STROLLER
3.1 Standard equipment
1.Adjustable and ergonomically shaped
handle
2. Backrest
3. BODYMAP A+
4.BODYMAP B+
5.BODYMAP D
6.4 points vest
7. Safety rail
8. Footrest with stabilizing belts
9.Clip for backrest angle adjustment
10. Folding mechanism
11. Safety frame
12. Pump
13. Pumped wheels
14. Front PU wheels with direction blockade
15. Electric dual-function pump
16. Leg separator equipped with shin belt
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4SIZE TABLE
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Symbol Measurement Unit Size 0 Size 1 Size 2
A[cm] 24 27 30
B
[cm] 15 18 20
C
Backrest height [cm] 66-70 70-74 74-78
E[cm] 26 28 33
Footrests length [cm]
Footplate length 20 20 22
Push handle height 106 106 106
XBackrest tilt angle [°] 90-125 90-120 90-145
YSeat tilt angle [°] 10 10 15
ZFootrests tilt angle [°] 95-120 95-120 100-125
Maximum user weight [kg] 35 50 60
Product dimensions and weight
Width [cm]
Lenght [cm]
Height [cm]
After folding width [cm]
After folding length [cm]
After folding height [cm]
Weight [kg]
B
Y
Z
Seat width (with BodyMap A+)
Seat depth (with BodyMap A+)
(with headrest BodyMap D)
Backrest width (with BodyMap B+)
Headrest width ( BodyMap D)
D
36 42 42
[cm]
D
[cm]
X
Size 3
37
20
74-78
37
22
106
90-145
15
100-125
60
42
30-33 31-36 37-45
[cm]
37-45
Unit Size 0 Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
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E
A
63 65 68
107 128 145
106 106 106
63 65 68
105 113 125
50 52 58
23 25 28
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145
106
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125
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DESRIPTION HOW TO USE STROLLER
5.1 How to unfold stroller
Follow these steps so as to unfold stroller:
STEP 1. Release clip that regulates backrest's tilt angle (fig.1),pull backrest (2) as
backwards as possible (fig.2) and then block it with the aid of clip.
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STEP 2. Pull handle backwards until elements of folding mechanism are
slammed (fig.3). It is highly important to make sure that safety frame is lifted
before folding mechanism is slammed. Next, move safety rail down (fig.4) once
folding mechanism is slammed.
CLICK
STEP 3. Mount safety rail: place it on
stroller frame and block it by pressing
simultaneously buttons that are
situated on both sides of rail (fig.5);
fig.5
CLICK
fig.4
fig.5
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6.2. How to fold stroller
Please follow these steps so as to fold the stroller:
STEP 1. Dismantle safety rail by releasing buttons that are situated on both sides
of rail. Next, pull out rail from stroller frame (fig.6);
STEP 2. Pull elements of folding mechanism (fig.7);
STEP 3. Lift safety rail and push simultaneously stroller handle (fig.8,9))
fig.6 fig.7
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STEP 4. Release clip from backrest's tilt angle (fig.10) and push backrest (2) as
forwards as possible (fig.11)
5.3. The adjustment of footplate length (9)
Please follow these steps so as to adjust footplate length:
STEP 1. Remove quick couplings situated on both sides of footplate (fig.12);
STEP 2. Adjust the height of footplate at your discretion (fig.13)
STEP 3. Insert quick coupling into holes.
fig.10 fig.11
fig.12 fig.13

5.4. The adjustment of tilt angle
Please follow these steps so as to adjust
backrest's tilt angle:
STEP 1. Loosen clip from the adjustment
for backrest tilt angle (fig.14);
STEP 2. Hold backrest and adjust it at your
discretion;
STEP 3. Block clip
5.5. The adjustment of footplate
tilt angle
Lift slightly footplate so as to release
footplate support from catches. Adjust tilt
angle at your discretion and block footplate
support in suitable catches (fig.15)
5.6. Feet stabilizing belts
Feet stabilizing belts are equipped with
Velcro tapes which make it easier to adjust
them to patient's foot (fig.16).
fig.14
fig.15
fig.16
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5.7 Vest
Connect clamps from vest with clamps from adjustable belts that are fastened
both at the bottom and top of backrest (4 pcs.). Next, adjust vest to patient's
body with the aid of belts.
It is highly important to adjust properly vest due to the fact that it
protects the patient from falling out of the stroller and, moreover,
patient can move without freely.
CAUTION! Each time before using vest, you should
check if:
· Buckles do not stretch of the pressing force
· Buckles and belts do not move as a result of
improper attachment
5.8 Wheel
RACER EVO BODYMAP™ special stroller is equipped with rear inflatable wheels
and front PU swivel with direction blockade which are blocked with the aid of
catch. It is possible to order PU rear wheels. In case of transportation, rear
wheels can be dismantled: undo nuts and remove wheels from axle.
Recommended pressure in tyres: 230 KPa (0,23 MPa)
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CAUTION! Remember to comply with the guidelines
concerning air pressure. If air pressure is not proper, it results
in damages or even accident.
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CAUTION! Do not lubricate the wheel bearings.

5.9
Stroller is equipped with two
independent brakes for rear wheels
Press brake's lever (fig.17) so as to block
rear wheels. Raise lever in order to
unblock wheels.
Hand brake
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5.11 Adjustable handle
Handle can regulated by pressing the
buttons situated on both sides of handle
(fig.18). Release these buttons so as to
block handle at chosen height.
fig.18
5.10 Safety rail
Chapters 'How to fold stroller' and ' How to unfold stroller' describe both
assembly and disassembly of safety rail.
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5.12 Leg separator equipped with shin belt
5.12.1. Place the separator on the foot plate and fix under the plate using velcro
tapes.
5.12.2.Please follow fig.21-23 to know
more how to fix the shin belt.
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fig.19 fig.20
fig.22 fig.23
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6THE ADJUSTMENT OF BODYMAP CUSHION
Special Leeds stroller RACER EVO BodyMap™ is a special version of the
Racer Evo on which you can install BodyMap cushions. Special upholstery was
equipped with firm Velcro tapes on which we can fixed the BodyMap cushions.
Cushions was designed and are dedicated for Racer Evo.
In standard RACER EVO BodyMap™ consists of 3 BodyMap cushions:
čBODYMAP A+- Sitting positioning cushion with thigh abductor wedge
and lateral supports;
čBODYMAP B+ - Backrest cushion with lateral supports;
čBODYMAP D - Headrest.
As accessories you can find in our offer: cotton cover in few different
colours, Vismemo cover and aerating messaging pad.
Important: For correct stabilization of the patient in BodyMap cushions
you need to pre shape it according to instruction you can find in BodyMap
instruction manual. For more information you can also visit our YouTube
channel where instruction movies can be found
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7.1. Preparation of the patient
Before using the product, it is essential to make sure that:
· patient's outfit is light and comfortable sporty clothes are advisable;
· shoes should be comfortable and, moreover, they should stabilize ankle;
· due to hygienic reason and to avoid abrasion it is advisable for the patient
to always wear clothes when using the device, skin must not be naked
especially in places of regular contact with upholstery;
· drains, bags, catheters etc. if applied, have to be secured to function
properly and not to disturb during using the product;
· if it is necessary for a patient to wear orthopedic supply (collar, corset,
orthesis, shoes) if it is recommended by doctor.
THE USE OF STROLLER
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CAUTION! RACER EVO BODYMAP™ stroller has to be used
with compliance to guidelines included in this user manual.
Remember to use the product only with someone who is
trained and knowledgeable. Do not forget to prepare both
product as well as patient before using RACER EVO
BODYMAP™ stroller!
CAUTION! Outfit should protect patient's skin from direct
contact with upholstery as well as other parts of equipment.
CAUTION! Only doctor can make a decision concerning
using any kind of orthopedic supply!
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7.2. How to use stroller
1. Before use it is necessary to:
· Unfold the device;
· Place the device on even ground;
· Make sure that all parts are serviceable, correctly mounted and stable;
· Block brakes;
· Adjust the device to patient's measurements;
· Undo vest, trunk belts etc so as to place easily the patient is the device;
· Place patient in the device;
· Fasten all elements which stabilize patient e.g. vest, trunk belts, feet
stabilizing belts etc.;
· Mount additional equipment e.g. tray.
2. In case of patients who have problem with bladder, it is necessary to put
special cloth on seat. This cloth can be purchased in pharmacy or medical
shops.
3. It is essential to hold stroller with the aid of handle during using it otherwise
stroller can roll.
4. Remember to place stroller forwards
5. In case of any obstacles such as step or curb, it is necessary to raise front
wheels by pressing the handle down . Next, place front wheels on step and
then raise back part of stroller with the aid of handle.
CAUTION! Before the product is used, it is highly necessary
to make sure that all belts as well as safety equipment are
correctly fastened as well as adjusted. What is more, check if
they do not become undone due to the pressure and,
moreover, make sure that clampings from adjustable
elements are firmly tightened!
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Equipment works correctly only when the device is adjusted according to
patient's height as well as weight. Remember to take all these measurements
into account while purchasing the product. Correct adjustment is the most
important due to the fact that only then the product is safe. It is forbidden to
force child to keep specific position because he/she will feel uncomfortable and
it may lead to wrong posture.
SAFETY RULES
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CAUTION! RACER EVO BODYMAP™ stroller has to be
used in compliance with guidelines in this user manual.
It is highly important to consult either doctor or physiotherapist in order
to make right decision concerning the choice of stroller and its size. It is also
essential to familiarize with the guidelines described in user manual before
using the device.
1. Before use it is necessary to:
· make sure that there are no damages or different faults which could
endanger patient's life; check if all parts are working and are correctly
mounted and, moreover, check if they are not broken;
· check if all screws, knobs and all glued, sewed or tapped parts are
tightened;
· check if brakes are operating correctly;
· check if buckles are operating correctly;
· always use safety belts, Velcro tapes should overlap min. 8cm;
· adjust the device according to patient's measurements and needs e.g.
the adjustment of pelottes , footplate etc.;
· make sure that all movable parts and knobs for adjustments are stable and
locked;
· secure patient with the aid of elements such as vest, foot stabilizing belts,
pelottes, abduction block, headrest. It is highly important to secure patient
because it safeguards him/her from falling out. If abduction contracture
occurs, it is recommended to use abduction block in order to prevent
ulcers between knees.
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2. It is forbidden to use stroller for different purposes that it is intended to.
3. It is forbidden to use stroller when it is damaged or any part is missing.
4. It is forbidden to leave the patient unattended.
5. Stroller should be used only when there is someone who is trained and
knowledgeable.
6. It is forbidden to leave stroller and the patient on unstable ground
unattended, even if the brake is engaged.
7. It is forbidden to either go up or down the stairs; it doesn't matter if the
patient is placed in the device or not.
8. It is important to engage brake during getting into and getting out the
stroller.
9. Make sure that all limbs are not close to spokes or other adjustable elements.
10. Although the device and the upholstery are made of fire-resistant materials,
please pay your attention when approaching to sources of fire or sources of
high temperature during using the device. Moreover, stroller shouldn't be
stored in rooms with high humidity.
11. Secure stroller during transportation in order to avoid any possible
damages. Manufacturer doesn't take responsibility for damages which
appeared due to improper preparation of the device during transportation.
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