EasyStand Bantam User manual

Owner’ Manual

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Table of Content
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Supine Option Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Adjustments & Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pow’r Up Lift Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Parts Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
aintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Date Purchased Serial #

Congratulations on your purchase of the EasyStand Bantam standing frame! We at Altimate Medical
have designed the EasyStand Bantam with your childs comfort and happiness in mind.
This manual is an integral part of your standing system and should be read completely
and thoroughly by anyone that will be operating the unit. This will ensure that the EasyStand
Bantam is assembled properly and used in the most beneficial manner.
Altimate edical recommends that an attendant be present when the EasyStand Bantam is being
used. Should any problem arise that you cannot solve by reading this manual, please
contact your local supplier or call Altimate Medical Inc. at 800-342-8968 or 507-697-6393.
It is important and necessary that you inspect your EasyStand Bantam periodically to assure that it
is in safe operating condition. Minor adjustments can be made by the operator. However, replace-
ment of worn parts, major adjustments, or any other important corrections should be
handled by an authorized supplier or service center. Only Altimate Medical, Inc. approved
replacement parts should be used to ensure safety and performance.
Do not use the EasyStand Bantam without consulting your physician. Failure to consult a
qualified physician prior to using the EasyStand Bantam could lead to severe medical prob-
lems. We recommend that a good standing program be established and
supervised by a qualified physician or physical therapist.
Standing Room Only
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Introduction
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Introduction

• Please read and understand all safety precautions and user instructions prior to use. Call Altimate Medical at
1-800-342-8968 or 507-697-6393 if you have any questions or if additional information is needed.
• If you do not meet these specifications and have not been properly fitted by a qualified therapist or physician, Altimate
Medical Inc. does not recommend that you use the EasyStand Bantam.
Bantam (Extra Small)-is designed to accommodate most individuals from 28"-40" (71-102 cm) and up to 50 lbs. (23 kg).
Bantam (Small)-is designed to accommodate most individuals from 36"-54" (91-137 cm) and up to 100 lbs. (45 kg).
• The EasyStand Bantam should not be used without first consulting a qualified physician. ailure to consult a qualified
physician prior to using the EasyStand Bantam could lead to severe medical problems. We recommend that a good
standing program be established and supervised by a qualified registered physical therapist.
• The Easystand Bantam should always be used with a qualified adult attendant present. Never leave a child unattended in
the Bantam.
• Never make adjustments to the Bantam while it is being used.
• It is necessary to inspect your EasyStand Bantam periodically to assure that it is in safe operating condition. Pay
particular attention for loose hardware. Replacement of worn parts, major adjustments, or any other important
corrections should be handled by an authorized dealer or service center. Only Altimate Medical, Inc. approved
replacement parts should be used to ensure safety and performance.
• Never reposition the footplates while you are in the standing position. Consult with your therapist or physician for
proper foot placement and angle.
• Adjust the seat depth, following arm, and knee pads only while in a seated position, never while standing.
• Never elevate the legs or adjust the backrest to anterior tilt using the following arm adjustment. Only the supine option
may be used to elevate the legrest, with simultaneous recline of the backrest.
• Ensure that the necessary support and alignment options are in position prior to placing the child into the standing
position.
• If the unit was exposed to temperatures of less than 50˚ (23.5˚C), you must allow the unit to warm up to room
temperature before use.
• Standing equipment is designed for indoor use on level surfaces only. Keep casters locked while in use.
• It is not recommended to transport the unit with a user in the standing position.
• Extreme movements laterally or front to back may cause the unit to tip.
• It is recommended that the equipment be stored at normal room temperature and humidity levels.
• Altimate Medical products are specifically designed to be used with Altimate Medical accessories and options. Unless
otherwise noted, accessories and options from other manufacturers have not been tested by Altimate Medical and are
not recommended for use with Altimate Medical products.
• The EasyStand Bantam Electric Lift meets the requirements of IEC 60601-1 and 60601-2.*
• Electronic equipment on the Bantam Pow’r Up Lift can be affected by Radio requency Interference (R I) and
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). Caution should be exercised when using portable communication equipment and
other electronic devices around such equipment. If erratic behavior is noticed, use the mechanical release to lower the
unit to the seated position immediately and unplug the unit until use of the interfering device is discontinued. Report all
such incidents to our customer service department.*
• It is recommended that you remove the batteries if the equipment is not likely to be used for 6 months or greater.
urthermore, it is recommended to fully charge the batteries every 6 months or less during periods of intermittent or
non-use.*
Caution: This equipment is designed to accommodate a range of users; therefore the unit has various adjustment slots
and holes. Avoid placing fingers or other body parts in any of these areas.
Caution: While in use this equipment has various moving parts, familiarize yourself with your unit and avoid placing
hands or fingers near any of these areas.
Caution: Advise bystanders to keep clear of the unit while in use.
* Bantam Pow’r Up Lift Option Only
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Safety Precaution
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Safety Precautions

A embly
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Assembly
1. The basic stander consists of three assemblies.
Options will be in addition to these three
assemblies.
• ront rame
• Seat Post / Rear rame
• Kneepads
2. Remove the two bolts from front frame.
3. lip up the rear frame to allow easier access to
the post. Attach the front and rear frames to
one another.

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Assembly
4. Place the two curved nuts into the bottom of
the frame so they are flush with the tube.
5. Place the two bolts into the top of the frame
and screw into the curved nut. Tighten securely.
6. lip the unit back down to the normal
position. Step on the gas spring assist pedal
and slightly raise the unit up as shown.

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Assembly
7. If you ordered the Supine option, remove the
locking handle and set hardware aside, you will
need this later in the assembly process.
8. Line up the following arm with the back angle
tube.
9. Depress the spring button to allow the following
arm to slide into place. Line up with the
matching seat depth color (for more information
on seat adjustments see pg. 11).
Extra Small Small

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Assembly
10. Hardware is shown in order as it should be
assembled on the unit:
1. Bolt
2. Nylon Washer
3. Beveled Metal Washer
4. Small Metal Washer
5. Supine Locking Handle
11. ollow the steps for placing hardware on unit:
A- Insert nylon washer in between the brackets
as shown. Insert the bolt into the square hole
making sure the bolt is in all the way.
B- Place beveled metal washer onto the bolt
with the domed end facing outward.
C- Place the small metal washer onto the
beveled metal washer.
D- Place the supine locking handle onto the bolt.
12. Loosen the ratchet handles on the footplates
and swivel them into place (for information on
footplate adjustments see pg. 10).
1 2 3 45
BCD
A
Nylon
Washer
If you did not order the supine option, skip to step 12.

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Assembly
13. Insert each kneepad bracket into the slots
along the seat post.
14A. Depress the spring button to allow the bracket
to slide into place, advance until the spring
button locks into place. Tighten knobs securely.
14B. Remove knob and metal washer off of the
kneepad, leaving the rubber washer in place on
the kneepad, place the kneepad and rubber
washer onto the kneepad bracket. Place metal
washer and knob onto bolt as shown.
Repeat steps for the opposite side.
or information on kneepad adjustments see
pg. 10.
Your standard EasyStand Bantam is now fully
assembled.
15. If you ordered the optional Shadow Tray, loosen
the ratchet handles on the side of the tray, flip
the arms up and tighten the ratchet handles.
Insert the two tray arms into the tray bracket on
the bottom of the tray. One of the arms is longer
than the other to make for easier installation (for
information on Shadow Tray adjustments see
pg. 11).
Caution: After placing the tray into position,
ensure the ratchet handles on the side of the
tray are tightened securely.
If you ordered other options please see pg. 12.
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A
Metal Washer
B

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Supine Option
Supine Option
The Supine Option can be added to the EasyStand Bantam. A head support is required when using the
Bantam in the supine position.
Flat to Load Transfers: Children who are difficult to transfer due to high tone can utilize the Bantam
with the supine option to do a flat-to-load transfer or a knee/hip flexion (with a slight bend at the knees
and hips) transfer.
Positioning: The supine position can be used at any time during the transition from sit-to-stand to
supine or supine to sit-to-stand.
To activate the supine function, you will use the supine lever & supine locking handle.
Supine Lever
The supine lever is located on the
right side of the unit
underneath the seat.
Lever should be flipped up to
use sit to stand function.
Lever should be flipped down to
use the supine function.
Supine Locking Handle
The supine locking handle is lo-
cated by the hip pivot on the
left side of the unit.
Handle must be loose for the
sit to stand function, and
tightened securely to use in
the supine position.

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Supine Option
5. To switch back to
sit to stand function,
flip the lever up to
sit to stand. Make
sure the plunger is
engaged into the
hole.
1. To utilize the
supine option, flip
the lever down to
the supine position.
Ensure the lever is
fully retracted to the
unlocked mode
when using the
supine option,
failure to do so may
cause damage to
your unit.
3. Tighten the locking
handle located on the
left side of the unit
clockwise to lock into
supine position. The
child can now be
transferred into the
stander.
4. Use the foot
pedal lifting
mechanism (or op-
tional pump
handle) to position
stander in desired
supine angle.
6. Loosen the
locking handle. Han-
dle must be loose
for use in
sit to stand
position and
tightened for use in
supine position.
Damage may occur
if the handle is not
loose when
returning to the
sit-to-stand position.
2. Position back and
footplate to desired
angle.
Supine Usage

FIG. G
M lti-Adj stable Kneepads Standard Kneepads
Adju tment & U age
FIG. A
Height
FIG. B
Plantar/Dorsi
FIG. C
Adduction
FIG. D
Forward/Aft
Kneepads
FIG. G- To adjust the kneepads, loosen the knobs and move into
position. Tighten securely once desired position is complete.
The standard kneepads have depth and pad rotation adjustments
only. The Multi-Adjustable Kneepads also have width and height
adjustments.
Caution: Never reposition the foot holders with the user
in the standing position.
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Footplates
Caution: Avoid placing fingers in the adjustment slot.
FIG. A-Height-The standard footplates have height adjustment.
Loosen the clamp connecting the foot bracket to the seat post to
adjust footplate height.
The Multi-Adjustable ootplates have a wide variety of adjustments:
FIG. B-Plantar/Dorsi-Loosen clamps to tilt footplates.
FIG. C-Adduction-Loosen clamps to slide footplates together.
FIG. D-Forward/Aft-Loosen knobs underneath footplates, slide
footplates into position.
FIG. E-Toe-in/Toe-out-Loosen knobs underneath footplates, slide
footplates into position.
FIG. F-Abduction-Loosen clamps to spread apart footplates, tighten
clamps. Loosen knobs under footplates and slide footplates apart.
Always tighten knobs securely.
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FIG. E
Toe-in/Toe-out
FIG. F
Abduction
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Adjustments & Usage

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Adjustments & Usage
Seat Depth/Back Angle/Back Height
Caution: Do not adjust the seat depth while the child is in the
unit.
Caution: Ensure the colors on the seat tube and following arm
match.
irst remove the Shadow Tray and bring the seat up to a slight
angle.
FIG. H-Loosen the knobs on the seat tube and the following arm.
Do not unscrew knobs out all the way when adjusting the seat.
The Bantam Extra Small back angle adjustments are located
above the locking knob. The back angle adjustments go from
green (largest) to blue (smallest).
The Bantam Small back angle adjustments are located under the
locking knob. The back angle adjustments go from blue (smallest)
to green (largest).
FIG. I-Adjusting to a shorter setting: Adjust the following arm
(back angle) first, by depressing the spring button and moving no
more than two holes at a time. Then adjust the seat tube (seat
depth) one hole at a time. Continue this sequence until you
achieve the desired setting, and the colors on the seat tube and
following arm match.
FIG. I-Adjusting to a longer setting: Adjust the seat tube (seat
depth) first by depressing the spring button and moving only one
hole at a time. Then adjust the following arm (back angle) no
more then two holes at a time. Continue this sequence until you
achieve the desired setting, and the colors on the seat tube and
following arm match.
FIG. J- or easier adjustment, use the back bracket as a handle.
You made need to lift slightly as the seat depth adjustment is
made.
FIG. H-Tighten the seat depth and following arm knobs securely
when you have achieved the desired position.
FIG. K-To adjust back height, loosen knob and slide back into po-
sition. Tighten securely.
Shadow Tray Option
Caution: These adjustments are only to be made while the unit is
in the seated position.
Caution: Always support the tray when loosening the ratchet
handles to adjust the tray.
Caution: After placing the tray into position, ensure the ratchet
handles on the side of the tray are tightened securely.
FIG. L-To adjust the depth of the optional tray, place tray tubes
into the receptacles and line up holes to the desired depth,
tighten securely.
FIG. -To adjust the height of the tray, loosen both ratchets
handles and lift the tray to the user’s desired height level, tighten
securely.
FIG. N-To adjust the angle of the tray, loosen both ratchet
handles on the side of the tray and position the tray to the user’s
desired angle, tighten securely.
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FIG. H
FIG. I
FIG. J
FIG. L
FIG. K
FIG. M
FIG. N
Following Arm
Seat Tube
Extra Small Small

Push Handle Mounting Hole
Push Handle
Mounting Hole
Chest Vest To Mounting Hole
Headrest Mounting Holes
Chest Vest To Mounting Hole
Chest Vest Bottom Mounting Hole
Chest Vest Bottom Mounting Hole
Lateral Su ort Slot
Lateral Su ort Slot
Hip Supports/Lateral Supports Options
FIG. O- The hip supports are optional and can be removed for
transferring. The hip support width can be adjusted by
loosening the knobs underneath the seat. Loosen the knob on
the side of the unit to adjust the hip support width. Always
tighten securely.
The hip supports have a number of attachment holes on the
back of the pad which will allow for additional positions
vertically and horizontally. The pads may also be bolted on at a
straight, 90º, 180º, or 270º position.
FIG. P- The lateral supports are optional and can be removed for
transferring. The lateral support width can be adjusted by
loosening the knobs on the back of the unit. Always tighten
securely.
The lateral supports have a number of attachment holes on the
back of the pad which will allow for additional positions
vertically and horizontally. The pads may also be bolted on at a
straight, 90º, 180º, or 270º position.
Please check for fit and interference by bringing to a fully
standing position and back to sitting again (without a user
seated in the unit) as the pads may not work perfectly in all
positions.
Accessories ounting Bracket
FIG. Q- The accessories mounting bracket is attached to the
back of your unit and is used for a wide range of options. The
holes in the middle can be used for many styles of aftermarket
head supports. There are holes for the optional push handles,
chest vests, chest straps, and lateral supports. This bracket is
standard on all units.
FIG. O
Lateral Su orts
Hi Su orts
FIG. P
FIG. Q
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Adjustments & Usage

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Pow’r Up Lift Option
Pow’r Up Lift Option
Charging the Battery
The EasyStand Bantam Pow'r Up Lift uses two 12 volt
sealed lead batteries rated at 2.9 amps each. An
EasyStand Bantam can be lifted approximately 100
times on one full battery charge. An audible alarm will
sound when the battery is low. A battery needing to
be fully recharged will take approximately 8 hours.
The EasyStand Bantam can be raised to the standing
position while being charged. The function of the
charger is to detect a full battery and then provide a
constant potential power supply to hold the battery
at a full condition without overcharging it. When the
battery EM rises to a factory preset point, the
charger circuit will not allow the peak output voltage
to exceed that value. This factory setting protects a
battery from excessive depletion of electrolyte, which
can occur from overcharging.
CAUTION: Use only the Linak charger, model
numbers 00CH01-XX OR 10CH01S-00, provided by Al-
timate Medical with your Pow'r Up Lift.
1. Plug the receptacle into a wall outlet. The light on
the charger will be green indicating an open circuit.
2. FIG. A- Plug the charger cord into the side of the
hand control. The light on the charger will turn yellow
indicating the batteries are being charged.
Raising the Lift-Press the UP (arrow up) button on
the hand control to lift the seat.
Lowering the Lift Press the DOWN (arrow down)
button on the hand control to lower the seat.
3. FIG. B-The unit will arrive to you unplugged from
the battery, you need to plug in the white cord that
supplies power to the actuator and the black cord
that supplies power to the remote. The black cord has
a notch on it to orient the connector properly. ully
charge battery before use.
4. When the batteries are charged, the light on the
charger will turn green.
See additional Safety Precautions on p. 2 for
additional battery information.
FIG. A
FIG. B
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Pow’r Up Lift Option
FIG. C
FIG. D
FIG. E
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Assembly of the Hand Control
FIG. C- Insert hand control tube onto the side of the
unit.
FIG. D- Place nut onto the hand control tube and
tighten securely.
FIG. E- Place black plastic button onto the end of the
hand control knob.
CAUTION: The Bantam Pow’r Up Option is not de-
signed for continuous use. Duty Cycle 5% Max, 1 min. /
19 min.
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Battery Replacement
Note: If your control box (which includes the batteries) is within the 90 day warranty, please do not open the
control box, contact Altimate Medical customer service for a replacement.
Once your batteries have reached the end of their life and need to be replaced, please follow the
instructions below.
The batteries must be replaced with two 2.9 Amp/hr 12 volt batteries.
CAUTION: Altimate Medical strongly recommends that battery replacement be performed by a qualified tech-
nician.
1. If necessary, remove the charger from the hand pendant.
2. Remove the screws and the cover from the top of the control box to access the batteries and wiring.
3. Remove the plug connecting the batteries to the control box.
4. Remove the batteries.
5. Replace the batteries with the identical type.
6. Remount the wires to the batteries and insert the plug into the control box.
FIG. F- Once the batteries have reached the end of their useful life they are considered hazardous waste.
Please contact your local recycling authority for information on disposing of your batteries.
Pow’r Up Lift Option
FIG. F

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Pow’r Up Lift Option
FIG. G
!CAUTION: Using the emergency mechanical re-
lease as the primary means to return to the
seated position can cause damage to your unit.
Only use the mechanical release in emergency
situations.
All Altimate Medical electric lift products are
equipped with a mechanical release to be used in
emergency situations.
FIG. G- The release allows the user to be lowered
to a seated position in the unlikely occurrence of
the battery losing charge while the user is in a
standing position. The actuator only retracts if
the release is pulled and there is weight on the
seat. The release is located on the left side of the
seat and is signified by a red tag with the word
“EMERGENCY”.
1. To activate the emergency mechanical release
pull out the quick release pin located underneath
the seat.
2. Squeeze the handle and if necessary, push
down on the on the handle.
Activating the echanical Emergency Release

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Parts Detail
Ea yStand®Bantam Part Detail