Akces-Med Racer User manual

RACER™
USER MANUAL

CAUTION! Manufacturer takes responsibility for proper
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
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1. .............................................................................................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...............................................................................................................................12
5. Description how to assemble stroller................................................................................13
6. Detailed description how to operate stroller....................................................................13
6.1 How to unfold stroller.............................................................................................13
6.2 How to fold stroller........................................................................................15
6.3 Adjustment of footrest's length.................................................................16
6.4 Adjustment of backrest's tilt angle....................................................................17
6.5 Adjustment of footrest position............................................................17
6.6 Foot stabilizing belts...............................................................................17
6.7 Head rest....................................................................................................17
6.8 Vest...................................................................................................18
6.9 Side pelottes.............................................................................................19
6.10 Abduction block................................................................................................19
6.11 Wheels...............................................................................................................19
6.12 Hand brake........................................................................................................20
6.13 Safety rail..........................................................................................................20
6.14 Adjustable handle.............................................................................................21
6.15 Covers for folding mechanism.........................................................................21
7. Assembly of additional equipment....................................................................................22
7.1 RCR_101 Thigh abduction belts.........................................................................22
7.2 RCR_402 Sun umbrella.........................................................................................23
7.3 RCR_403 Table..............................................................................................23
7.4 RCR_405 Canopy...........................................................................................24
7.5 RCR_404 Canopy with cover......................................................................24
7.6 RCR_501 Bag.............................................................................................25
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7.7 RCR_107 Pelvic belt...................................................................................................25
7.8 RCR_121 Head-neck support...................................................................................26
7.9 RCR_410 Headrest cotton cover .............................................................................26
7.10 RCR_411 Cup holder...............................................................................................26
7.11 RCR_412 Elastico cushion seat...............................................................................27
7.12 RCR_417 Winter footmuff.......................................................................................28
7.13 RCR_418 Hood for winter footmuff......................................................................29
7.14 RCR_004 Low head supporting pannels................................................................30
7.15 RCR_005 High head supporting pannels...............................................................30
7.16 RCR_124 Lady,s bag.................................................................................................30
7.17 RCR_420 Canopy with side covers..........................................................................31
7.18 RCR_126 Trunk belt.................................................................................................32
7.19 RCR_137 Narrowing pads (set) 10 cm...................................................................32
7.20 RCR_134 Narrowing pads (set) 6 cm.....................................................................33
7.21 RCR_414 Tray Plexiglas®........................................................................................33
7.22 RCR_415 Calf belt with side supports....................................................................34
7.23 RCR_114 H Harness.................................................................................................35
7.24 RCR_125 6 points harness.....................................................................................36
7.25 RCR_503 Lady,s bag, RCR_504 Bag DeLux, RCR_502 Men’s bag..........................37
7.26 RCR_507 Oxygen tank holder................................................................................38
7.27 RCR_408 Rain cover .............................................................................................40
7.28 RCR_006 Side pannels...........................................................................................41
7.29 RCR_413 .....................................................................42
8. The use of stroller...............................................................................................................43
8.1. Preparation of the patient......................................................................................43
8.2. How to use stroller..................................................................................................44
9. Safety rules ........................................................................................................................45
10. Maintenance and cleaning ..............................................................................................48
11. Stroller's marking..............................................................................................................50
Elastico backrest cushion

INTRODUCTION
which make independent sitting and standing difficult or impossible. (It refers to
triplegia, paresis and serious paraplegia)
Taking sitting position by a child who is disabled from birth is highly
important stage of complex rehabilitation process. Sitting position precedes
taking an upright position. What is more, it has a significant influence on
psychomotor development of the child. The fact that the patient can be safely
transported is beneficial not only for patients but also for his/her care person.
Proper use of safety wedges, belts and pelottes makes it possible to have correct
upright standing, even in case of patients with flaccid paralysis. It prevents
contractures as well as further deformations. Regarding stroller, it is designed to
be used indoors and outdoors.
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:
Medical consultant: mobile [phone]
Akces-MED Sp. z o.o.: ph. [phone]
e-mail:
Thank you for purchasing our product.
RACER™ stroller was created with the aim to help patients with illnesses
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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 RACER™ 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 present user manual contains basic information which is essential
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).
INDICATIONS FOR USE
CAUTION! Before using the product, user is obliged to
familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
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1.Adjustable and ergonomically
shaped handle
2. Backrest
3. Seat pillow
4. Head rest
5. 4 points vest
6. Side pelottes
7. Safety rail
8. Thigh abduction belt
9. Footrest with stabilizing belts
10. Hand brake's lever
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STROLLER
3.1 Standard equipment
11. Clip for backrest angle adjustment
12. Folding mechanism
13. Frame
14. Cover for folding mechanism
15. Calf side supporting pannels
16. Roomy basket
17. Wheel nut
18. Pump
19. Pumped wheels
20. Pumped wheels
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2
5
7
8
3
15
9
20
6
17
19
16
10

3.2. Additional equipment
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Thigh abduction belts Pelvic belt
Low head supporting
pannels
H Harness
Folding canopy with side
covers
High head supporting
pannels
LED Lights (2 pcs.)
Calf belt
Loins support 6 points harness Trunk belt
Head-neck support
Soft cover for tray
Aid for moving patients AM-P
Trunk stabilizing belt
RCR_001 RCR_002 RCR_003
RCR_004 RCR_005 RCR_006
RCR_101 RCR_107 RCR_013
RCR_114 RCR_115 RCR_121
RCR_124 RCR_125 RCR_126

Canopy
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Narrowing pads 6 cm
Rain cover
Narrowing pads10 cm
Tray
Sun umbrella
Canopy with cover
Cover for headrest
Mosquito net
- Seat cushion Bodymap A
Back cushion Bodymap B
Headrest
Bodymap D Cover Frotte
Cover VisMemo Aerating-massaging pad
RCR_134 RCR_137 RCR_309
RCR_313 RCR_321 RCR_310
RCR_314
RCR_322
RCR_311
RCR_315
RCR_323
RCR_311
RCR_315
RCR_402
RCR_403 RCR_404 RCR_405
RCR_408 RCR_409 RCR_410

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Summer footmuff
Winter footmuff
Cover for wheel (4 pcs)
Cup holder Elastico cusion seat Elastico cusion backrest
Hood for winter footmuff
Folding canopy with side
covers
Bag Bag DeLux Lady’s bag
Men’s bag
Tray Plexiglas ®
Oxygen tank holder
Travel Bag Standard
RCR_411 RCR_412 RCR_413
RCR_414 RCR_415 RCR_416
RCR_417 RCR_418 RCR_420
RCR_501 RCR_502 RCR_503
RCR_504 RCR_506 RCR_507

Waterproof upholstery
Rear innertube Rear PU wheel
Rear inflatable wheel Rear inflatable tire
Breathable upholstery
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Organizer
RCR_509 RCR_701 RCR_702
RCR_703 RCR_704 RCR_700
RCR_720

SIZE TABLE
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A[cm] 33 36 39
B[cm] 33 43 47
C1 [cm] 15-18 23-26 28-32
D[cm] 50-63 60-72 66-81
E[cm] 30 32 36
F[cm] 30-33 31-36 37-45
[cm] 20 20 22
[cm] 106 106 106
X[°] 90-145 90-145 90-145
Y[°] 10 10 15
Z[°] 95-120 95-120 100-125
[kg] 35 50 60
[cm] 61 64 67
[cm] 107 128 145
[cm] 106 106 106
[cm] 63 65 68
[cm] 105 113 125
[cm] 50 52 58
[kg] 24 27 30
A
B
F
X
Y
Z
E
C1
Symbol Measurement Unit Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
Seat depth
Seat depth to the abduction block
Backrest height
Backrest width
Footrests length
Footplate length
Push handle height
Seat tilt angle
Backrest tilt angle
Footrests tilt angle
Maximum user weight
Seat width
Weight and dimensions of the device Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
Width
Length
Height
After folding width
After folding length
After folding height
Weight

STEP 1 ( look point 6.1, page 13);
STEP 2.
(look point 6.15, page 21).
DESCRIPTION HOW TO STROLLER
Remember that stroller needs to be assembled. Manufacturer cannot assemble
this stroller due to transportation issues. We will give you stroller which needs to
be mounted.
In order to use the stroller please follow these steps:
Unfold stroller
Place side pelottes seat pillow, covers for
folding mechanism
ASSEMBLE
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6.1. How to unfold stroller
Follow these steps so as to unfold stroller:
STEP 1. Release clip that regulates backrest's tilt angle (11) (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 (1) backwards until elements of folding mechanism are
slammed (12) (fig.3). It is highly important to make sure that safety rail (13) 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 (7): place it
on stroller frame and block it by
pressing simultaneously buttons that
are situated on both sides of rail
(fig.5);
fot.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 (7) by releasing buttons that are situated on both
sides of rail. Next, pull out rail from stroller frame (fig.6);
STEP 2. Lift covers for folding mechanism (14) and then pull elements of folding
mechanism (12) (fig.7);
STEP 3. Lift safety rail (13) and push simultaneously stroller handle (1) (fig.8,9))
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fig.8 fig.9
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STEP 4. Release clip from backrest's tilt angle (11) (fig.10) and push backrest (2)
as forwards as possible (fig.11)
6.3. 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.
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fig.10 fig.11
fig.12 fig.13
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6.4. The adjustment of tilt angle
(2)
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
6.5. The adjustment of footplate
tilt angle (9)
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)
6.6. Feet stabilizing belts
Feet stabilizing belts are equipped with
Velcro tapes which make it easier to adjust
them to patient's foot (fig.16).
6.7. Headrest (4)
Headrest is equipped with special elastic
belt which is fastened behind stroller's
backrest (fig.18, fig. 19). It is possible to
adjust headrest according to patient's ne.
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fig.14
fig.15
fig.16
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6.8. Vest (5)
Connect clamps from vest with clamps from adjustable belts that are fastened
both at the bottom and top of backrest (4 pcs.) (fig.20). 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.
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fig.18 fig.19
fig.20 fig.21
CAUTION! Each time before using the vesty check whether:
·The buckles do not unclip under the pressing force;
·The buckles and belts do not move as a result of
incorrect fastening.
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fig.22
6.10. Abduction block (8)
It is possible to adjust abduction block: loosen knobs situated under the seat (fig.
23), place abduction block either along or across seat and tighten knob (fig.24).
6.11. Wheel (19) (20)
RACER stroller is equipped with pumped wheels. We can deliver back PU wheels
if necessary. It is possible to dismantle back wheels for transportation. In order
to do that it is essential to unscrew nuts (17) and take out wheels from axle .
Remember to maintain proper air pressure which is 230 KPa (0,23 Mpa).
6.9. Side pelottes (6)
Side pelottes (2 pcs.) are fastened to
backrest with the aid of Velcro tapes. It
is possible to adjust side pelottes
(fig.22).
fig.24
fig.23
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6.12. Hand brake (10)
Stroller is equipped with two
independent brakes for rear wheels
Press brake's lever (fig.25) so as to block
rear wheels. Raise lever in order to
unblock wheels.
6.13. Safety rail (7)
Chapters 'How to fold stroller' and ' How to
unfold stroller' describe both assembly
and disassembly of safety rail (®point
6.1, STEP 3, page 14; point 6.2, STEP 1,
page 15).
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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.
CAUTION! Do not lubricate the wheel bearings.
fig.25
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