Akces-Med ULISESEVO User manual

ULISESevo™
SPECIAL NEEDS STROLLER
USER MANUAL

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of the device only when the product was purchased from
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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
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. Detailed description how to operate stroller ....................................................13
5.1 Floding the stroller....................................................................................13
5.2 Unfloding the stroller .................................................................................14
5.3 Footrest........................................................................................................15
5.4 Wheels.........................................................................................................16
5.5 The push handle.......................................................................................17
5.6 Backrest.......................................................................................................17
5.7 Przedłużenie oparcia.................................................................................18
5.8 Seat..............................................................................................................18
5.9 5-points belts.............................................................................................19
6. Additional equipment.........................................................................................21
6.1 Safety rail.....................................................................................................21
6.2 Thigh abduction belt.................................................................................21
6.3 Trunk stabilizing belt.................................................................................23
6.4 Calf belt.......................................................................................................25
6.5 Head-neck support.....................................................................................25
6.6 Loins support.............................................................................................26
6.7 Trunk belt...................................................................................................26
6.8 Abduction block ......................................................................................27
6.9 Thigh belt...................................................................................................28
6.10 ..............................................28
The purpose of user manual
Narrowing pads (set) 6 cm and 10 cm

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6.11 High rigid trunk support..........................................................................29
6.12 Low latteral support
Low latteral support with seat narrowing cushion 6 cm
Low latteral support with seat narrowing cushion 10 cm ..................30
6.13 H vest, 4-points safet vest.....................................................................31
6.14 6-points safety vest.................................................................................33
6.15 Umbrella....................................................................................................35
6.16 Stolik...........................................................................................................35
6.17 Canopy.......................................................................................................36
6.18 Cup holder.................................................................................................37
6.19 Elastico cushion seat
Seat cushion (thighs shape)
Seat cushion (pommel shape).................................................................38
6.20 Tilt angle adjustment of the footrest....................................................38
6.21 Bags...........................................................................................................39
6.22 Under seat basket................................................................................40
7. The use of stroller...............................................................................................41
7.1. Preparation of the patient........................................................................41
7.2. How to use stroller....................................................................................42
8. Safety rules...........................................................................................................43
9. Maintenance and cleaning.................................................................................46

INTRODUCTION
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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ULISES EVO™ is a perfect stroller designed for daily rehabilitation of
children and youth with locomotor dysfunctions. It is particularly useful for
patients requiring additional stabilization. The stroller has adjustable seat depth
and backrest tilt angle which greatly facilitates its functionality.
With simple and light construction it can be easily folded for
transporting purposes. Furthermore, relatively small size allows you to fit
ULISES EVO™ into an undersized car trunk. Stable structure of the stroller, belts
and supports system make the user feel safe. The backrest can be easily bend
back and adjustable push handle increases the stroller maneuverability. Rich
equipment and wide range of adjustments make ULISES EVO™ fit easily to the
individual needs.
If you have any questions or remarks, do not hesitate to contact with us:
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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.
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SEINDICATIONS FOR U
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for proper usage, preparation, maintenance, cleaning and guarantee conditions
regarding ULISES EVO™ 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 present user manual contains basic information which is essential
CAUTION! Before using the product, user is obliged to
familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
THE PURPOSE OF USER

3.1 Standard equipment
1. Adjustable push handle.
2. Headrest.
3. 5-point belts.
4. Side covers.
5. Backrest with tilt angle adjustment.
6. Upholstery with the system regulating the tension of seat and backrest upholstery.
7. Seat with depth adjustment.
8. Footrest with height and tilt angle adjustments, 2-point belts fastening the feet.
9. Foldable stroller frame.
10. Rear, air pumped wheels equipped with two independent brakes.
11. Front swivel castors
12. Backrest extension
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF STROLLER
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3.2. Additional equipment
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LED Lights
Pelvic belt
Thigh abduction belt
Trunk stabilizing belt H vest Calf belt
Head-neck support Loins support
Abduction block
Aid for moving patients AM-P Soft cover for tray
Trunk belt
Safety rail
ULE_001 ULE_002 ULE_003
ULE_013 ULE_101 ULE_107
ULE_113 ULE_114 ULE_115
ULE_121 ULE_124 ULE_125
ULE_126 ULE_128 ULE_129
6 points safety vest
Abduction-adduction thight belts

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Narrowing pads (set) 6 cm Narrowing pads (set) 10 cm
Thighs belt
High rigid trunk support
Elastico headrest
Firm headrest made of foam
5 point belts stabilizing the feet
4-points safety vest
Low latteral support Sun umbrella
Tray Folding canopy Rain cover
ULE_134 ULE_137
ULE_130 ULE_131 ULE_132
ULE_136
ULE_153
ULE_148ULE_147
ULE_402
ULE_403 ULE_405 ULE_408
Low latteral support with seat
narrowing cushion 6cm
ULE_149
Low latteral support with seat
narrowing cushion 10 cm
ULE_150

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Elastico cushion backrest Wheels cover (4 pcs)
Cup holder
Elastico cushion seat
Seat cushion (pommel shape)
Front wheel locks
Lifting bar
DeLux Bag Lady’s bag
Men’s bag Roomy storage basket Travel Bag for stroller
ULE_411
ULE_412
ULE_503
ULE_504
Seat cushion (thighs shape)
ULE_413 ULE_415
ULE_419 ULE_421 ULE_433
ULE_435 ULE_502
Mosquito net Headrest cotton cover
ULE_409 ULE_410
ULE_505 ULE_506

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Rear inflatable wheel
Front inflatable wheel
Rear PU wheel
Front PU wheel
Rear PU wheel, silver metallized
Front PU wheel, silver metallized
Rear inflatable wheel, silver
metallized
Oxygen tank holder Organizer bag
ULE_507 ULE_509 ULE_701
ULE_707
ULE_704
ULE_711
ULE_705
ULE_712
ULE_706

SIZE TABLE
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Symbol Unit Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
ASeat width [cm] 31 37 43
BSeat depth [cm] 22-29 29-37 35-45
C[cm] 46 54 62
EBackrest width [cm] 28 34 40
FFootrests length [cm] 19-25 24-32 30-40
Footplate length [cm] 19 21 25
Push handle height [cm] 102 102 102
XBackrest tilt angle [°] 90-150 90-150 90-150
Y Seat tilt angle [°] 13 13 13
ZFootrests tilt angle [°] 90-180 90-180 90-180
Maximum user weight [kg] 55 75 75
Weight and dimensions of the device
Width [cm] 57 63 69
After folding width [cm] 57 63 69
Length [cm] 94 110 127
After folding length [cm] 104 107 114
Height [cm] 102 102 102
After folding height [cm] 40 45 50
Weight [kg] 18,5 20 22
Note: Dimensional tolerance in the table is +1/-1 cm.
Size 1a
31
29-37
54
28
24-32
19
102
90-150
13
90-180
75
57
57
110
107
102
45
19,5
Backrest height (without backrest extension)
D[cm] 40-70 43-80 51-90
43-80
Backrest headrest
Size 2a
37
35-45
62
34
30-40
21
102
90-150
13
90-180
75
63
63
127
114
102
50
21,5
51-90
Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
Size 1a Size 2a
Measurement
C
[cm]
Backrest height (with backrest extension)
C1 61-70 69-80 77-90
69-80 77-90
A
B
F
X
Y
Z
C
E
C1 D

5.1. Folding the stroller
To fold the stroller, you should:
STEP 1. Fold the footplate (fig.1, 2).
STEP 2. Change the position of the
footplate so that, to be placed in one line
with the stroller seat (fig.3) (Footrest
angle adjustment → see page 16, point
5.3.2).
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fig.1
fig.3
STEP 3. Pull the strap located in the back of
the backrest (fig.4) and simultaneously
push the backrest forward until it stops
(fig.5) (Backrest tilt angle adjustment →
see page 17, point 5.6.1).
fig.4 fig.5
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STEP 5. Afterwards, pull the folding
mechanism (fig.7) and push the backrest
forward until it stops (fig.8-10).
STEP 4. In order to make stroller folding
easier, it is recommended to take off the
side covers.
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fig.6
fig.7
fig.9 fig.10
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STEP 1. Pull the stroller's handle backwards until the folding mechanism
snaps.
5.2. Unfolding the stroller
To unfold the stroller, you should:

5.3. Footrest
5.3.1 To adjust the footrest height , you should:
STEP 1. Remove the quick connectors from both sides of the stroller. (fig.13);
STEP 2. Set the desired height of the footrest (fig.14);
STEP 3. Put the quick connectors into holes;
CAUTION! Make sure whether the stroller has been properly
unfolded and the folding mechanism is totally locked.
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fig.11 fig.12
STEP 2. Afterwards, set the desired angle of backrest and footrest, unfold the
footrest, put the side covers.
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5.3.2. In order to adjust the footrest tilt angle, you should simultaneously press
the buttons placed on the side of the footrest, set the desired position, and then
release the buttons.
5.3.2. The footrest comes standard with 2-point belts stabilizing the feet.
5.4. Wheels
5.4.1. The stroller is equipped with front swivel castors (fig.17).
5.4.2. Air pumped rear wheels.
5.4.3. The stroller has an independent lock for each rear wheel. To activate
brake, pull the red lever located at the wheel backwards until it stops (fig.18).
This action should be repeated with the other rear wheel.
5.4.4. The brakes have adjustable breaking force. In order to adjust it, you
should tighten or loosen the hex nut located at the brake.
fig.15 fig.16
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fig.17 fig.18

5.5. The push handle
5.5.1. In order to adjust the push handle tilt
angle, press the two buttons located at the
o u t e r s i d e o f t h e p u s h h a n d l e
simultaneously (fig.19) and then set the
desired angle of the push handle.
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fig.19
5.6. Backrest
5.6.1. In order to adjust the backrest tilt angle, you should:
STEP 1. Pull the belt located at the back of the backrest (fig.20) and then set
the desired angle of the backrest (fig.21).
STEP 2. Release the belt and make sure that the backrest is totally locked.
fig.20 fig.21
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Adjustment of the backrest tilt angle is gradually.
Before the use of the stroller make sure that the
retaining pin is placed in hole and the backrest is
locked (fig.22).
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5.8 Seat
5.8.1. In order to adjust the seat depth, you should:
STEP 1. Using the Allen wrench, loosen the holder located at the both side of the
seat frame (fig.25).
STEP 2. Detach upholstery Velcro straps located under the seat and behind
the backrest.
STEP 3. Set the desired seat depth.
STEP 4. Using Allen wrench, tighten the holder and fasten the Velcro straps.
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fot.25 fot.21fot.26
5.7. Backrest extension
5.7.1. In order to adjust the backrest extension height, you should:
STEP 1. Using the Allen wrench, loosen the screws located at the back of the
backrest (fig.23).
STEP 2. Set the desired height of the backrest extension.
STEP 3. Tighten the screws.
fig.24
fig.23

fig.29 fig.30
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5.9. 5-points belts
The stroller is equipped with 5-point belts that stabilize the patient and secure
him from falling out of the stroller. Depending on the needs of the patient, the
belts can be attached at the different height of the backrest.
STEP 1. In order to attach the belts to the lower part of the backrest, interlace the
belts through holes placed in the stroller frame (fig.27) and then insert their
ends into strap buckle (fig.28).
fig.27 fig.28
STEP 2. In order to attach the belts to the higher part of the backrest, insert
ends of the belts into holes placed on the backrest. Afterwards, secure them
using knob placed on the other side.
STEP 3. Connect the belts (fig.29) and insert them into buckle located at the
seat (fig.30).
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Maximum depth setting of the seat is indicated by the retaining pins coming into
holes located at the both side of the seat frame. To decrease the seat depth, after
reaching its maximum position, push the retaining pins inside the frame.

CAUTION! Each time before using 5-point belts, you should
check if:
·Buckles do not stretch of the pressing force
·Buckles and belts do not move as a result of
improper attachment
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Properly attached belts were shown in
the picture (fig.31).
fig.31
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM OF THE BELTS
BELT HOLDER
CAUTION! The belt should be interlaced through the plastic
holder three times! Assembly diagram below.
STEP 4. In order to attach the 5-point
belts to the seat, interlace the belt
through the plastic holder located at the
cushion
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