Etac Cross 5 Active User manual

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User manual
Cross 5/Cross 5XL
Etac Cross 5
Etac Cross 5XL
75190 - 23-08-29 - Version 25
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1. General – introduction
Device description, Intended purpose, Intended user
group, Intended environment, Intended application,
Expected service life, Indications, Contraindications,
Warnings, CE-marking, tests, Pre-purchase information,
Adverse event, Customization, Specific considerations,
Combination agreement, Programming, EMC, Guarantee,
Miscellaneous ....................................................................3
2. Description
...........................................................................................4
3. The chairs possibilities
....................................................................................... 5-8
4. Accessories
..................................................................................... 8-11
5. Settings
Front seat height...............................................................12
Adjusting the front seat height by using the front fork
attachment.......................................................................12
Adjusting the front seat height by changing the position of
the castor wheel ...............................................................12
Adjusting the front seat height by changing the castor
wheel/front fork................................................................13
Front seat height table......................................................13
Mounting the front fork ...................................................14
Setting the angle of the front fork attachment..................14
Rear seat height................................................................15
Adjusting rear seat height by changing rear wheel position
or rear wheel size........................................................ 15-16
Rear seat height table .......................................................17
Drum brake ......................................................................18
User manual
................................................................................... 19-30
Symbols and warnings ......................................................20
Transportation in vehicles..................................................21
Handling..................................................................... 22-23
Settings seat comfort.................................................. 24-25
Driving technique, maneuvering.................................. 26-29
Maintenance & Fault-finding chart....................................30
5. Settings (cont.)
Seat angle.........................................................................31
Seat depth........................................................................31
Seat comfort.....................................................................31
6. Settings back support 3A
Adjusting back support angle ...........................................32
Adjusting back support height and lumbar angle .............33
Adjusting seat depth using lumbar angle ..........................34
Fitting seat extender .........................................................34
Adjusting back support height and lumbar angle (two
eccentric shafts) ...............................................................35
Adjusting seat depth using lumbar angle (two eccentric
shafts)...............................................................................36
7. Settings back support mod. 2....................................37
8. Settings back support mod. 2B..................................38
9. Readjustments
Brake, adjustment.............................................................39
Adjusting the brake block ................................................40
Continuously angle-adjustable leg support (option)...........40
Amputee leg support (option)...........................................41
Anti-tips............................................................................41
Changing the camber angle..............................................42
Adjusting the centre of balance ........................................42
Handrims..........................................................................43
Adjusting the distance of the handrim ..............................43
Rear wheels with quick-release axle ..................................43
10. Accessories - adjusting, handling
Seat cushion and comfort wedge......................................44
Arm support, detachable, height adjustable......................44
Arm support, flip-up, height adjustable.............................45
Positioning belt.................................................................45
Head support....................................................................46
11. Technical data
.........................................................................................47
12. Service and maintenance
Upholstery ........................................................................48
Rear wheel/castor wheel, front fork attachment ...............48
Brakes ..............................................................................48
Washing the frame ...........................................................48
Miscellaneous ...................................................................48
13. Storage and Guarantees..........................................49
Contents

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1. General
Explanation for list of points
Applies to model
Standard for this model
Cross 5 XL
Cross 5
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Thank you for choosing an Etac product. In order to avoid damage
during assembly, handling and use, it is important to read this
manual and save it for future reference. You can also nd it at www.
etac.com. You can select your language via the “International” and
“Local websites” link. Here you will also nd other product docu-
mentation, such as prescriber information, pre purchase guide, and
reconditioning instructions.
In this manual the user is the person sitting in the chair. The
caregiver is the person helping the user.
To avoid damage or injury during handling and use, this
manual should always accompany the device.
Device description
Cross 5 and Cross 5XL (hereafter also referred to as ”the device” or
”the product”) are manual wheelchairs with cross-folded frames. They
are adaptive and congurable through adjustable settings, options
and accessories.
Intended purpose
Cross 5 and Cross 5XL are assistive devices intended for the allevi-
ation of or compensation for a physical impairment due to an injury or
disability. The device is designed for mobility. The device is designed
for hand and/or foot propulsion and/or to be pushed and steered by
an assistant.
Intended user group
The user group for the device is based on the individual’s functional
ability and not on a specic diagnosis, health condition or age. The
device is intended for individuals with a height of 146 cm or more, or
a mass of 40 kg or more.
Secondary users of the device are attendants providing assistance
and clinicians/technicians who set up the device.
Intended environment
The device is intended for indoor and outdoor use on levelled
ground and accessible terrain. It is not to be exposed to salt water.
The device has xation points for transport in motor vehicle.
Intended application
The device is intended for short-term and long-term use. The device
is intended to be used with a seat cushion. The device is intended
for use with intact skin only. The device is intended for refurbish and
reuse.
Expected service life
The expected service life of the device is 10 years. Preventive main-
taince is recommended. Lack of maintenance may reduce the expec-
ted service life of the device. For full information on the expected
service life, see www.etac.com.
Indications
Indication for use is disability, including, but not limited to, an
impaired ability to ambulate.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications.
Warnings
Warnings describing a risk element for a specic action or setting
of the device can be found in the relevant section.
Risk of burns and blisters! Device temperature can
increase when exposed to direct sunlight.
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tips function after
adjusting seat height and angle, centre of balance,
back support angles, height and upholstery, and/or
added accessories that can affect the balance of the
chair.
This device can be adjusted beyond safe use! Adjust-
ments should only be carried out by a person who
understands the use of the device.
CE marking, tests
The device conforms with MDR (EU) 2017/745.
The device is tested and conforms with EN 12183 (which includes
re testing according to ISO 8191-2) and ISO 7176-19.
Pre-purchase information
Pre-purchase information can be found at www.etac.com.
Adverse event
In case of an adverse event occurred in relation to use of the
device, it should be reported to your local dealer and the national
competent authority in a timely manner. The local dealer will forward
information to the manufacturer.
Customization
Actions outside the instructions and settings in the manual will
invalidate the CE marking according to MDR 2017/745 and void the
warranty.
Combinations
Risk-managed combinations between Etac devices and devices
from other suppliers are presented in the combination list on
www.etac.com.
Miscellaneous
Etac regularly improves its products. We therefore reserve the right
to modify the products without prior notice. The dimensions given on
drawings or other material are solely for guidance.
We are not responsible for printing errors or incomplete information.
Tools
Allen key
3, 4, 5, 6 mm
Socket spanner
8, 10, 13, 24 mm
Socket wrench
19 mm
In the centre spread of this manual you will
find a removable section that contains user
information.

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2. Description
1. Push handles
2. Locking knob, push handles
3. Back rail
4. Handrim
5. User brake
6. Quick release hub
7. Side frame
8. Front fork attachment
9. Front fork
10. Castor wheel
11. Back support cover
12. Back support upholstery
13. Rear wheel
14. Cross frame
15. Seat upholstery
16. Leg support
17. Serial number*
18. Locking knob, foot support
19. Foot support
20. Brake handle, drum brake
21. Cross brace
22. Brake wire, drum brake
*The device’s date of manufacture can be read
from the barcode on the device. The number
11 is shown below the barcode in brackets.
The number combination after these brackets
is the date of manufacture.

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In the section ”The chair’s possibilities” you can see all the adaptions possible on the wheelchair. Variations
may occur in different markets, e.g. as regards back support models. For more information, see www.etac.com
or contact our customer service.
More so called ”odd combinations” are available, for example rear wheels and castor wheels. Please, contact
our customer service for more information.
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Seat height
Seat height rear
Seat height front
Front 34-56.5 cm
Rear 34-53 cm
Seat angle Max forward angle: 2 cm lower front than back (3°)
Max backward angle: 6 cm higher front than back (9°)
Castor wheel
4” massive (max user weight 100 kg)
5” massive (with Cross 5 XL max user weight 135 kg)
6” semipneumatic
6,5” massive
7” massive soft
8” semipneumatic
Front fork
Extra short (two alternative wheel height positions)
Short (three alternative wheel height positions). Thickness
of 3 or 4 mm
Medium (three alternative wheel height positions). Thick-
ness of 3 or 4 mm
Long
Rear wheel
20”
22”
24”
24” Carbon (not in combination with drum brakes)
26”
Handrims
Aluminium
Stainless steel
Plastic coated
Cellular rubber (not in combination with drum brakes)
Titanium (not in combination with drum brakes)
Camber angle 2°
0°
Seat
8: 6 Sittsdjup
Black fabric
hard seat
ECS: A fixed seat/back support system with anatomically
shaped cushions, detachable
Back support
3A
(one eccentric
washer)
/
Back support
3A high
(one eccentric
washer)
3A 3A high
Height 32-45 cm 38-51 cm
Back support angle -5° - +20° -5° - +20°
Lumbar angle -16° - +16°
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Seat depth
Seat depth
Short frame 36-42 cm (triangular 36-49 cm)
Long frame 42-48 cm (triangular 42-55 cm)
Back support
mod. 2
Height 30-45 cm
Angle -5° - +15°
Standard
Widened
Seat depth back
support mod. 2
Short frame 36-42 cm. Long frame 42-48 cm.
Functional: Short frame 42-48 cm. Long frame 48-54
cm.
Back support
upholstery
Adjustable upholstery
Back support
cover
Standard
Comfort
Tidy, water-repellent, wipeable
Push handles/
Bow handle
Height adjustable at
intervals of 2 cm.
Detachable.
Push handles
Bow handle
Fixed
push handles
Right/left fits back support 3A
Fixed back sup-
port with fixed
push handles,
2B
Height, low back 35-40
Height, high back 42,5-47.5
Angle -5° - +15°
Leg supports,
detachable
swing-away
Normal knee angle
Narrow angle (only together with 5” castor)
Narrow angle, short
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Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Leg supports
lockable,
Normal knee angle
Narrow angle
Narrow angle, short
Leg supports
Angle
adjustable
Elevating with foldable calf support from 40 cm
seat width
Elevating with attachment and padded foldable
calf support.
Elevating with flip-up attachment and calf sup-
port.
Leg supports
other
Plaster leg support
Amputee leg support
Amputee weight
Arm support
Short 25 cm
Long 35 cm
Foot support
Std Max length: 51 cm.
Min length: 33 cm.
Extended attachment tubes +10 cm
Shorter attachment tubes -8 cm
One-piece foot support
One-piece foot support complete for 35-37,5
seat width, adjustable in angle, settable height
and depth
Front fork
attachment
+ 6 cm
Low widened
Standard
widened 6 cm
Brakes
Angled handle
Extended handle
Single hand brake (standard or angled handle)
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Assembly instructions are always provided with accessories when they are supplied by Etac.
Instructions are also available on our website, www.etac.com
Settable = Adjusted using tools. Adjustable = Adjusted without tools.
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Arm support height-adjustable 25 cm long, solid top, black
Arm support height-adjustable 38 cm long, solid top, black
Arm support cover detachable, 25 or 38 cm long padded or gel, dark grey
plush or black Dartex
Arm support cushion Hemi swing-away for mounting on long arm supports
Arm support locking Kit A locked arm support is not detachable but its height can
be adjusted freely.
Arm support foldable height adjustable or fixed height (not with telescopic anti-
tips. Use anti-tips for Etac Cross 5 Active, item no 25177)
Side guard black
Mudguard right and left
Thigh support
4. Accessories
3. The chair’s possibilities
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Drum brake
Brake handle 75 mm grip
Brake handle 100 mm grip
Single hand
drive
For right or left side. Telescoping axle, easy to
remove when folding. (Not in combination with
drum brakes)
Frame colour 01 = Black 92 = White 93 = Dark blue
Frame active Without anti-tip attachment.
Colour: black 01, white 92

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Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Thigh support With soft cushion
Widening kit to extend handrims, brake and arm supports 5 mm on
each side
Tray transparent, fits onto long arm support
Hemi tray transparent, width 35-50 cm. Can be fitted onto short or
long arm supports.
Anti-slip device for the Hemi tray
Tray Hemi/Communication tip up right/left
Seat extension To be used together with triangular back
Seat cushion dark grey plush and black velour, 56 cm, cut according to
seat depth set, washable
Seat cushion Tidy water-repellent, wipeable
Comfort wedge for the cushion, evens out the front part of the seat
Cover for calf support on angle adjustable leg support model 3, black Dartex
Calf strap detachable, black nylon, adjustable in length
Padding for calf strap
Calf support Plush. To be mounted/adjusted with velcro
Heel straps black nylon, adjustable length
Foot support, padding
For foot support with depth 13 cm
For solid, angle adjustable foot support
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Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Extended foot support fits onto the existing foot support, from seat width 40-
55 cm
Positioning belt two pieces, with snap-lock, fixing points on the wheel-
chair frame
Seat belt with snap lock
Head support
Adjustable in height, depth and angle.
With side support. Adjustable in height, depth and
angle. Hygiene cover
Head support attachment Cross back 3A, mod 4
Head support attachment To be mounted on bow handle
Cross brace Cross back 3A. With snap lock
Cross brace Cross back 2. With snap lock
Back wedge
Three different sizes, attached with Velcro. Provides
support and contour. The wedges can also be combined
with other accessories and cut to desired size. Several
wedges can also be put together.
Back wedge length 15 and 30 cm, attached with Velcro
Side cushion
Provides gentle lateral support. Used when the trunk
support is too stabilising. (Combined with arm support
and, if necessary, side stop)
Side stop
Straight or angled. Combined with wedge or side sup-
port cushion.
Creates a more distinct stop and holds the wedge or
side support cushion in place.
Trunk support Settable in height, depth and width. Detachable
Trunk support Swing-aside and detachable. Settable in height, depth
and width
Trunk support Cross back 3A, PUR or Dartex
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4. Accessories
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Trunk support Cross back 3A, swing-aside, medium or large cushion
Anti-tips telescopic, foldable, settable height, adjustable length
and angle (not with foldable arm supports)
Anti-tips For Etac Cross 5 Active seat height 37-55 cm
Aluminium anti-tips For Etac Cross 5 Active seat height 34-37cm
Cane holder two parts, one of which is an elasticated section that is
fastened around the cane
Drip stand Bracket and stand
Spoke guard with grey or yellow print
Tetra quickrelease adapter for persons with reduced hand function
Tool kit

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A
B
± 1,5 cm
20Nm
The front seat height may be adjusted by:
-Using the front fork attachment, adjustable in
height and angle.
-Changing the position of the castor wheel.
-Changing the front fork.
-Changing the castor
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
Front seat height
5. Settings
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Loosen the screws (A and B). Set the desired seat
height by measuring from the floor to the seat
upholstery and tighten the screws on one front fork
mounting. Use the position markings as a reference
for adjusting the height on the other side. Tighten
the other mounting. Check and adjust so that the
mountings are perpendicular. (See section ’Angle
setting of front fork mounting’.) Fine-tune the height
of the front fork mountings so that both wheels are
flush with the floor.
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
Adjusting the front seat height by using the front fork attachment
6 mm
See also section ”Front seat height table”. Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
Adjusting the front seat height by changing the position of the castor wheel
5 mm

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See sections “Adjusting the front seat height by
changing the position of the castor wheel” and
”Front seat height table”.
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
* Maximum user weight 100 kg
For correct setting of the front fork attachment: Max. backward inclination 6 cm higher front than rear (9°), max. forward
inclination 2 cm lower front than rear (3°).
** Possible in balance position 4-6 with 3° backward inclination and Std leg support. Make sure the fork/castor wheel can
rotate freely without hitting the wheelchair or user. For 8x2” castor wheels, use the Transit fork (gives a seat height of 47-
51 cm).
*** With Cross 5 XL max user weight 135 kg.
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Adjusting the front seat height by changing the castor wheel/front fork
Front seat height table
5. Settings
5 mm 19 mm
G
F
E
D
C
B
A
6 5 4 3 2 1
1
2
3
Castor wheel position (cm)
Front fork extra short Front fork short Front fork medium Front fork long
Rear wheel
pos.
Castor
wheel 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3
Low front fork
attachment
G
4”*- 34-38 35,5-
39,5 - - - - - - - - -
5” - 35-38,5 36,5-40 - - - - - - - - -
Low front fork
attachment
A-F
5”*** - - - 36-40 37,5-
41,5 39-43 - - - - - -
6½” - - - - - 41-45 - - - - - -
Standard/Widened front fork attachment
A-F
5”*** - - - 37,5-
41,5 39-43 40,5- 44,5 43-46 45-48 46-49 - - -
6” - - - - 40-44 41,5-
45,5 45-47 46-49 47-50 - - -
6½” - - - - 41-45 42,5-
46,5 46-48 47-49 48-51 50,5- 52,5
51,5-
53,5
52,5-
55,5
A-E 7” - - - - - - - 47,5-
49,5
48,5-
51,5 - - 53-56
A-C 8”** - - - - - - - 48-51 49-52 - 52,5-
54,5
53,5-
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BCD
B
C
A
D
20Nm
- Pull out the cover plug (A) and unscrew the retain-
ing nut (B). Pull out the front fork and put the be-
velled washer (C) and the bearing on the new fork.
- Mount the washers and bearings in the front fork
attachment as illustrated. Washer (C) is mounted
with the bevelled side towards the front fork. Was-
her (D) on top under the retaining nut.
- Tighten the retaining nut until it cannot be turned
any more. Loosen it 1/2-1 turn. The spring washer
then has the correct tension. It reduces the risk of
the castor starting to “wobble”.
- Mount the cover plug.
Mounting front fork
19 mm
5. Settings
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
The correct angle setting is important
for the wheelchair’s manoeuvrability.
Unscrew the lower attachment screw (A) about 2
turns so that the shaft (C) moves freely inside the
sleeve.
Insert the Allen key in the hole (B) and turn until the
attachment is 90° to the floor. Always start from a
position that enables the wheel to move forward in
the rotation (D). Hold the shaft in place while the
lower attachment screw is tightened.
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
Keep your eye on something vertical, e.g. a door
frame or table leg, while setting the angle.
Setting the angle of the front fork attachment
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2
4
3
20 Nm
Rear seat height can be adjusted by:
-Changing the position of the rear wheel in the
frame.
-Changing the position of the rear wheel in the
camber washer.
-Changing the rear wheel.
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
1. Remove the rear wheel.
2. Unscrew the nut.
3. Reassemble in desired position (see table in section
”Rear seat height table”).
Tipping risk! Always check the anti-tip function
after adjustments!
5. Settings
Adjusting rear seat height by changing rear wheel position or rear wheel size
Rear seat height
24 mm
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G
F
E
D
C
B
A
6 5 4 3 2 1
1
2
E
C
A
135
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
5. Settings
When assembling, always make sure that
the quick-release button in the hub springs
out properly. Test by pulling the wheel.
Assembly in pos. G1 & G2
24 mm
17 mm
Assembly 0° Camber

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G
F
E
D
C
B
A
Rear seat height table
5. Settings
Distance wheel-seat
Seat height, rear
Rear wheel position, height
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
Wheel Seat hgt Distance
Position A
20” 46 cm 4,5 cm
22” 48,5 cm 7,0 cm
24” 51 cm 9,5 cm
26” 53 cm 12 cm
Position B
20” 44 cm 6,5 cm
22” 46,5 cm 9,0 cm
24” 49 cm 11,5 cm
26” 51 cm 14 cm
Position C
20” 42 cm 8,5 cm
22” 44,5 cm 11,0 cm
24” 47 cm 13,5 cm
26” 49 cm 16 cm
Position D
20” 40 cm 10,5 cm
22” 42,5 cm 13,0 cm
24” 45 cm 15,5 cm
26” 47 cm 18 cm
Position E
20” 38 cm 12,5 cm
22” 40,5 cm 15,0 cm
24” 43 cm 17,5 cm
26”* 45 cm 20 cm
Position F
20” 36 cm 14,5 cm
22” 38,5 cm 17,0 cm
24” 41 cm 19,5 cm
26”* 43 cm 22 cm
Position G
20” 34 cm 16,5 cm
22” 36,5 cm 19,0 cm
24” 39 cm 21,5 cm
26” - -
*In pos E1 and F1 not with user brake

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B
A
G
FF6 F5
G2 G1
E6 E5
D6 D5
C6 C5
B6 B5
A6 A5
F4 F3
E4 E3
D4 D3
C4 C3
B4 B3
A4 A3
F2 F1
E2 E1
D2 D1
C2 C1
B2 B1
A2 A1
E
D
C
B
A
6 5 4 3 2 1
1
2
Pos A6 Pos F3-F6 Pos G1-G2
Pos A1-5, B-E,
F1-F2
G
F
F1 F2
G1 G2
E1 E2
D1 D2
C1 C2
B1 B2
A1 A2
F3 F4
E3 E4
D3 D4
C3 C4
B3 B4
A3 A4
F5 F6
E5 E6
D5 D6
C5 C6
B5 B6
A5 A6
E
D
C
B
A
1 2 3 4 5 6
2
1
Pos A6 Pos F3-F6 Pos G1-G2
Pos A1-5, B-E,
F1-F2
Drum brake
Cross 5 Cross 5 XL
5. Settings
To adjust the brakes, loosen nut (A). Loosen/tighten
screw (B) in order to reach proper brake function.
Tighten the nut (A). This adjustment should be done
when the brakes are not working properly.
8 mm
The brake arm is rever-
sible.
Assembly pos. G1 and G2

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Etac Cross 5 XL
75190Y 23-08-29
User manual
This part of the manual (User manual)
should be torn out and at all times follow
the wheelchair. This as it contains impor-
tant user information.

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User manual
Symbols and warnings
Symbols
These symbols appear on the device.
Risk of tipping:
Always have the anti-
tips down when in
motion
Removable
part, do not
lift!
Anchoring. Fixing
points for the clamping
system for transport in
motor vehicles.
Symbols
These symbols appear in the manual.
Warning, precaution
or limitation
Useful advice and
tips. Material for recycling
VIDEO
Click on the icon or
scan the QR code for
video
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options
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options
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*The device’s date of manufacture can be read from the barcode on the device. The number 11 is shown below the barcode in brack-
ets. The number combination after these brackets is the date of manufacture.
XXXXXXXX
Max XXX kg
Xxxxxxxxxxxx XXXXXXXXX
YYMMDD
Product label
Article information.
Product Serial no. Bar code acc. to GS1-128
GTIN-14 and serial no.*
Maximum user weight Item number Date of manufacture