Ormesa Novus Manual

INGLESE - Cod. 22510 - 21-03-13
USE AND MAINTENANCE HANDBOOK
PUSHCHAIR
PUSHCHAIR
ACCORDING TO THE
ANSI RESNA WC/19

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Thank you for choosing NOVUS, from ORMESA s.r.l, which is a postural stroller for
children and teens where style and ergonomics combine without compromising on
safety.
ORMESA s.r.l. recommends that you read this manual very carefully to fully
understand its contents. In addition to help you becoming familiar with the stroller
quickly, it also contains practical tips for making the best use of it safely and keeping it in
good working order.
If, after reading it, you still have questions, contact your retailer, who will be happy to help
you, or call ORMESA directly at [phone], send a fax to [phone] or send
an e-mail to: [email protected]
Luigi Menichini
Managing Director

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGS.................................................................................................................. 4
GUARANTEE ............................................................................................................... 6
HOW TO STORE AND TRANSPORT THE MEDICAL DEVICE .................................. 6
SOME EXAMPLES OF WHAT NOT TO DO WITH THIS MEDICAL DEVICE ............. 7
HOW TO TILT THE NOVUS AND CLIMB UP PAVEMENTS .................................................... 8
HOW TO USE THE NOVUS STROLLER FOR TRANSPORT ON A MOVING VEHICLE
(private cars, buses, etc.)........................................................................................... 9
LABELS AND PLATES................................................................................................ 14
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 15
INITIAL PREPARATION .............................................................................................. 17
HOW TO ASSEMBLE Novus ...................................................................................... 18
OPEN AND BLOCK THE PUSHCHAIR ..................................................................................... 18
FIX THE UPHOLSTERY TO THE SEAT.................................................................................... 19
FIX THE WHEELS...................................................................................................................... 20
HOW NOVUS WORKS AND HOW TO USE IT............................................................ 21
BRAKING the STROLLER ......................................................................................................... 21
ADJUSTMENT of the BACKREST ............................................................................................. 21
ADJUSTMENT of the SEAT WIDTH .......................................................................................... 22
ADJUSTMENT of the SEAT DEPTH.......................................................................................... 22
ADJUSTMENT of the BACKREST HEIGHT .............................................................................. 23
REMOVING the WHEELS.......................................................................................................... 23
ADJUSTMENT of the LEGREST................................................................................................ 24
ADJUSTMENT of the FOOTREST............................................................................................. 24
FOLDING the STROLLER.......................................................................................................... 25
FIXING THE ACCESSORIES....................................................................................... 26
WHEEL DIRECTION LOCKS 812........................................................................................ 26
INGUINAL STRAPS 817..................................................................................................... 26
THERMAL COVER 818 ..................................................................................................... 27
CANOPY 819 .................................................................................................................... 28
CHEST BELT 828............................................................................................................... 28

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RAIN COVER 825 .............................................................................................................. 29
TRAY 824............................................................................................................................ 30
FRONT HANDLE 839 ....................................................................................................... 31
FOOTSTRAPS 827 ............................................................................................................ 32
ABDUCTION BLOCK 834.................................................................................................. 32
PADDED SIDE SUPPORTS 838 ...................................................................................... 33
SIDE PROTECTING COVERS 844 ................................................................................. 34
MESH BASKET 858............................................................................................................ 34
VEST HARNESS 853........................................................................................................ 35
HEADREST with PARIETAL SUPPORTS 852 .................................................................. 36
HEADREST with OCCIPITAL PARIETAL SUPPORTS 863 .............................................. 38
SIDE WRAPPABLE and FLEXIBLE SIDE SUPPORTS for the TRUNK 868..................... 40
891 SET OF 4 TIEDOWN HOOKS (4 RINGS)..................................................................... 41
45° BELT FOR THE PELVIS 894........................................................................................ 42
FIVE POINT VEST HARNESS 903...................................................................................... 43
HAND BRAKE 905 ............................................................................................................ 44
FIVE POINT HARNESS 906 ............................................................................................. 49
PARASOL 854...................................................................................................................... 51
FOOT PLATE PADDED COVERING 892............................................................................ 54
VENT TRAY 911 .................................................................................................................. 55
BOTTLE HOLDER 922......................................................................................................... 57
MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND DISINFECTION OF NOVUS ................................ 58
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS.............................................................. 59
CONDITIONS FOR DURABILITY,
REUSE AND REASSIGNMENT TO A NEW USER .................................................... 60

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WARNINGS
CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE USING THE DEVICE because they have been written with the user's safety in
mind and they will help the carer to use the product safely and keep it in good working order.
The Use and Maintenance Manual is an integral part of the product and must be carefully
preserved for future reference.
THE MANUAL IS INTENDED FOR TECHNICALLY QUALIFIED RETAILERS AND USERS
AND THEIR ASSISTANTS; it provides instructions for its correct use and must be
supplemented by adequate knowledge of the rehabilitation program for which it has been
prescribed.
THE MANUAL REFLECTS THE TECHNICAL STATE OF THE PRODUCT AT THE TIME IT
WAS SOLD.ORMESA s.r.l. reserves the right to make any changes to the product or
manual suggested by experience, technical considerations or regulatory developments
without any obligation to update its previous production and relevant manual.
THE PRESCRIBER MUST CHECK that the use of the stroller conforms to current laws,
regulations and standards. The carer must check the lap strap and harness are correctly
adjusted before every use. The lap strap should be adjusted so that there is no possibility of
the user sliding forward. The straps and harness fitted on our products are not to be used as
restraints in moving vehicle.
THE STROLLER IS INTENDED FOR USE BY PEOPLE WHOSE SIZE AND WEIGHT fall
within the range of the "Technical Specifications" on pages 15-16 and was exclusively
designed for the transport and placement of children and teens.
NOVUS is available in three sizes: change to a larger stroller as the child grows
The 812 direction locks on the front wheels were exclusively designed for using the
stroller on rough terrain: in all other cases, they must be disengaged to avoid difficulty in
manoeuvring the device
THE NOVUS STROLLER MUST BE MANOEUVRED BY PEOPLE WITH THE HEIGHT
AND STRENGTH TO CONTROL ITS MOVEMENTS
NOVUS CAN BE ONLY USED BY THOSE PEOPLE WHO HAVE PREVIOUSLY
EXAMINED THE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS HANDBOOK
BEFORE EACH USE ALWAYS CHECK that the brakes are working, the wheels are not
excessively worn and that the frame, backrest and footrest are locked
MAKE SURE THAT ALL ADJUSTABLE PARTS are locked before each use
WHEN PAUSING, ALWAYS APPLY BOTH BRAKES, even on level ground
Always lock the brakes before making any type of adjustment
GO ON A PAVEMENT MOVING FORTH AND GO DOWN IT MOVING BACKWARDS (see p. 8)
THE PADDED UPHOLSTERY IS FIRE-RETARDANT: it conforms to class 1 IM of the Italian
UNI 9177 standard. Keep THE ACCESSORIES away from sources of ignition because
THEY ARE NOT FIRE-RESISTANT
THE FABRIC FIRE-RESISTANT PROPERTIES ARE INHERENT TO THE FIBRE AND NOT
DUE TO TREATMENT WITH ADDITIVES

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NOVUS STROLLER conforms to the ANSI/RESNA
WC/Vol.1 - Section 19, which defines the SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORT, facing in the
direction of travel, on MOVING VEHICLES (private cars,
buses, etc.)
FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF THE 891 ACCESSORY AND
ANCHORING THE STROLLER TO THE VEHICLE,
CAREFULLY READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTICES
ON PAGES 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 OF THIS MANUAL
NOVUS IS A MECHANICAL MEDICAL DEVICE:
Perform REGULAR MAINTENANCE and CLEANING
following the instructions shown in the "Maintenance"
chapter on page 58-59 and HAVE THE DEVICE
INSPECTED AT THE INTERVALS INDICATED to
VERIFY that it is WORKING PROPERLY and in GOOD
CONDITION, otherwise warranty will fail and marking
will lapse
PRODUCT REPAIRS other than the regular maintenance
shown on page 58-59 of the manual must be ONLY MADE
by a SPECIALIZED SERVICE CENTER in the
maintenance of mechanical aids for disables, otherwise
warranty and marking will be voided
Any CHANGES in the product ARE NOT AUTHORIZED.
REFER ONLY TO ORMESA, otherwise warranty and
marking will be voided
the REPLACEMENT WITHOUT ORIGINAL PARTS OR
COMPONENTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED. REFER ONLY
TO ORMESA, otherwise warranty and marking will be
voided
In case of DOUBT about the SAFET
Y
of the product or
DAMAGE to parts or components, you are urged to
IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE USE and CONTACT a
SPECIALIZED SERVICE CENTER in the maintenance of
mechanical aids for disables, or directly ORMESA.

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GUARANTEE
ORMESA warrants the product for 2 years; in case of problems, contact the retailer
where you purchased it.
ORMESA will not be liable for damage in the following cases:
-use by an unsuitable person;
-incorrect assembly of parts or accessories;
-unauthorized modifications or service;
-use of other than original replacement parts and parts subject to wear (upholstery, wheels,
etc);
-improper use (such as, transporting objects or loads larger or heavier than those shown in
the instruction manual);
-damage caused by incorrect use and lack of regular maintenance, as shown in the
instruction manual;
-exceptional events;
-failure to follow the instructions in this manual.
THE GUARANTEE DOES NOT COVER WEAR PARTS, which are subject to wear and
tear, such as the upholsteries and the wheels.
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HOW TO STORE AND TRANSPORT THE MEDICAL DEVICE
W TO STORE AND TRANSPORT THE MEDICAL DEVICE
THE DEVICE MUST BE STORED AND PACKED using the Ormesa original
packaging materials, unless the guarantee will be voided
-Once unpacked, THE TRANSPORT OF THE DEVICE must be done by
ANCHORING ADEQUATELY it to the vehicle
-When travelling by plane, or in the car, DO NOT SUBJECT THE FOLDED FRAME
TO LOADS THAT, especially with road bumps, COULD DAMAGE ITS
STRUCTURE
THE DEVICE MUST BE PARKED / STORED IN CLOSED AND DRY PLACES
-THE OPERATING ENVIRONMENT HAS NO PARTICULAR INFLUENCE ON THE
DEVICE UNLESS IT IS USED INCORRECTLY, such as by leaving it parked for a
long time in direct sunlight or exposed to bad weather such as rain, or in
MARINE ENVIRONMENTS, where the salt air could corrode the paint and sliding
parts. IN THIS CASE, WE RECOMMEND CAREFULLY CLEANING AND DRYING
THE FRAME FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOWN IN THE
“MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND DISINFECTION” CHAPTER ON PAGES 58-59
AND THE WARNINGS ON PAGE 59

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SOME EXAMPLES OF WHAT NOT TO DO WITH THIS MEDICAL
DEVICE
W TO STORE AND TRANSPORT THE MEDICAL DEVICE
-DO NOT CARRY THE CHILD OVER ROUGH OR STEEP SURFACES OR STAIRS
-DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THE PRODUCT, NOT EVEN FOR PLAYING
-DO NOT PLACE HOT CONTAINERS OR OBJECTS ON THE TRAY SURFACE
BECAUSE THEY COULD TIP OVER AND BECAUSE THE COVERING COULD BE
SEVERELY DAMAGED
-DO NOT ATTACH WEIGHTS TO THE PUSH HANDLE Of THE PUSHCHAIR SO
AS NOT TO PUT AT RISK ITS STABILITY DURING USE
-NEVER LEAVE THE CHILD ALONE IN THE DEVICE
-NEVER LEAVE THE PRODUCT PARKED ON A SLOPING SURFACE
-TO AVOID THE RISK OF TIPPING FROM LOSS OF STABILITY DO NOT ALLOW
THE STROLLER TO BE USED WITH FLAT TYRES - TYRE PRESSURE 2.5 Atm,
see the "MAINTENANCE" chapter on pages 58-59
-DO NOT LET ANYONE CLIMB ONTO THE FOOTREST OR RIDE ON THE BACK
OF THE DEVICE
-DO NOT LIFT THE PRODUCT BY THE LEG SUPPORT FRAME OR FOOTREST
(i.e. TO CLIMB OVER OBSTACLE)
-DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT TO CLIMB OR DESCEND STAIRS: ITS
STRUCTURE WAS NOT DESIGNED FOR THIS PURPOSE
-NEVER LEAVE THE STROLLER PARKED FOR A LONG TIME IN DIRECT
SUNLIGHT OR NEAR SOURCES OF HEAT: THIS WILL AVOID OVERHEATING
THE DEVICE AND DISCOLOURING THE UPHOLSTERY
-DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IF PARTS ARE MISSING OR DAMAGED. INSIST
THAT ONLY ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE USED BECAUSE ANY
OTHER TYPE WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MARKING
-DO NOT CLIMB PAVEMENTS OR STEPS WITH JUST THE STROLLER’S SIDE
WHEELS (FRONT AND BACK) (SEE FIG. ON PAGE 8),BECAUSE IT COULD TIP
OVER
-WHEN THE BACKREST IS COMPLETELY RECLINED, DO NOT CLIMB OVER
OBSTACLES OR STEEP SLOPES THAT, SINCE THEY COULD EXCEED 15°,
COULD CAUSE THE STROLLER TO TIP OVER (SEE FIG. PAGE 8)

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HOW TO TILT THE NOVUS AND CLIMB UP PAVEMENTS
CLIMB
FACING FORWARD
DESCEND
FACING BACKWARD

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HOW TO USE THE NOVUS STROLLER FOR TRANSPORT
ON A MOVING VEHICLE (private cars, buses, etc.)
THE NOVUS STROLLER conforms to ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol.1 -
Section 19 standard, which defines the safety requirements for
transport, facing in the direction of travel, on moving vehicles
(private cars, buses, etc.) In order to use it safely, carefully read the warnings and
follow the instructions given on pages from 9 to 13
THE STROLLER-SEATED OCCUPANT MUST FACE THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE (see fig.
4, page 12). According to the ISO 7176-19 point 6.3.4, compliance with ISO 7176-19 does not
preclude using the pushchair facing rearward in large accessible vehicles equipped and approved
with rear-facing wheelchair passenger stations
The child should weigh at least 22 kg (48.5 lbs) because the CRASH TEST provided by the
ANSI/RESNA standards only refers to wheelchairs/pushchairs for users whose weight is 22 kilos
or more
THE VEHICLE MUST BE SUITABLE FOR TRANSPORTING ORTHOPAEDIC
WHEELCHAIRS/STROLLERS IN CONFORMITY WITH STANDARD ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol.1
Section 19 (see fig. 4, page 12)
THE CHILD MUST WEAR BOTH A LAP BELT AND A DIAGONAL SHOULDER BELT either
SAE J2249 or ISO 10542-2 APPROVED (i.e., belts with a label of conformity to these
standards). THE USE OF A LAP BELT BY ITSELF IS NOT RECOMMENDED. Postural belts,
such as models models 817, 868, 828, 853, 894, 903 and 906 are not type-approved for use
as restraint systems and can only be used in addition
THE STROLLER MUST BE ANCHORED TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE WITH THE BACKREST
AND THE LEGREST IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION by: 1) a four-point strap-type tiedown
system that complies with either SAE J2249 or ISO 10542-2, supplied by the vehicle and 2)
our accessory 891 - set of 4 tie-down hooks (see fig. 1 and 2, page 9; fig. 3, page 10 and fig. 4,
page 12)
!ATTENTION!
ORMESA RECOMMENDS THE USE OF A COMPLETE ISO 10542-2-COMPLIANT “WTORS”
SYSTEM, which consists of restraint systems for both the wheelchair and its occupant
whenever the child is transferred on a seat of the vehicle, the unoccupied stroller should be
stored in a cargo area or secured in the vehicle during travel
in order to preserve their effectiveness, belt restraints should not be held away from the body
by wheelchair components or parts, such as the wheelchair armrests or wheels (see fig 5 and
6, page13)
shoulder-belt restraints should fit over the shoulders (see fig. 5, page 13)
belt restraints should be adjusted as tightly as possible, consistent with user comfort, and belt
webbing should not be twisted when in use
in order to reduce the potential of injury to vehicle occupants, during the transport the tray and all
accessories should be removed and secured separately in the vehicle
THE STROLLER MUST BE INSPECTED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR ITS AUTHORIZED
RETAILER OR DISTRIBUTOR BEFORE REUSE FOLLOWING INVOLVEMENT IN ANY TYPE OF
VEHICLE COLLISION
ANY ALTERATION OR SUBSTITUTION OF THE 891 TIEDOWN HOOKS OR STROLLER PARTS
OR COMPONENTS, WITHOUT THE WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF ORMESA SRL, IS
FORBIDDEN AND WILL VOID THE MARK AND THE WARRANTY

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1) POSITION THE 891 TIEDOWN HOOKS (4 RINGS) ON THE POINTS
(NOTCHES) INDICATED ON THE FRAME AND FIX THEM FOLLOWING
THE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 11
VIEW FROM THE FRONT
VIEW FROM BEHIND
891 SECUREMENT
POINTS
FIXING HOLE
891 SECUREMENT
POINTS
FIXING HOLE
891 SECUREMENT
POINTS
FIXING HOLE
891 SECUREMENT
POINTS
FIXING HOLE

ANSI/RESNA WC/19
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PLASTIC
BUSHING
WRENCH
SCREW M8X40
NUT M8
HEX WRENCH
WRENCH
NUT M8
NUT M8
SCREW M8X55
HEX WRENCH
2) HOW TO FIX THE 891 TIEDOWN (4 RINGS) ON THE FRAME
ATTENTION:
-suitable for ISO 10542- and SAE
J2249 approved four-point straps
provided in the vehicle. To anchor
the stroller to the transport vehicle,
see the instructions on page 11
-the child must wear both a lap belt
and a diagonal shoulder belt
ANSI/RESNA WC/19- or ISO 10542-
approved (i.e., belts with a label of
conformity to these standards).
Postural belts, such as models 817,
868, 828, 853, 894, 903 and 906 are
not approved for use as restraint
systems and can only be used in
addition
-the vehicle must be suitable for
transporting orthopaedic strollers
in conformity with current law
-read the notices and instructions
provided on page 9 of this use and
maintenance manual. The 891 tie
down hooks are safety devices and,
as such, they must be fixed to the
frame by skilled personnel, such as
the manufacturer or reseller that
supplied the stroller
VIEW FROM BEHIND

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3) HOW THE STROLLER IS TO BE SECURED IN A VEHICLE (private car,
bus, etc)
HOOK THE APPROVED 4-POINT BELTS OF THE VEHICLE TO THE 4 TIEDOWN HOOKS (4
RINGS) AS SHOWN IN THE FIGURE AND IN THE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL OF THE VEHICLE
4-POINT STRAP-TYPE TIEDOWN
STROLLER RESTRAINT
types of tie-down end-fittings
that are compatible with our accessory
891 – set of 4 tiedown hooks
Direction of travel
of the vehicle
Vehicle's ISO 10542-2 or SAE J2249
belts and hooks
891 TIEDOWN HOOKS
Fig. 4
891 TIEDOWN HOOKS

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4) THE CORRECT POSITIONING OF OCCUPANT BELT RESTRAINTS ON
THE USER
ATTENTION! the pelvic-belt restraint should be worn low across the front of the pelvis, so that
the angle of the pelvic-belt restraint is within the preferred zone from 30° to 75° to the horizontal,
similar to that shown in Figure 5. A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is desirable,
ATTENTION! Our postural belts 817, 868, 828, 853, 894, 903 and 906 are are not intended to be
as an occupant restraint in a moving, but they can be used in addition
YES
beneath
the armrest
and the frame
SIDE VIEW
FRONT VIEW
NO
above
the armrest
and the frame
THE INCORRECT PLACEMENT OF BELT RESTRAINTS

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LABELS AND PLATES
THE MARK CERTIFIES THAT THE NOVUS STROLLER CONFORMS TO THE SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION AND, IN PARTICULAR, DIRECTIVE 93/42/EEC
ON “MEDICAL DEVICES” AND SUBSEQUENT MODIFICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTS
SECUREMENT POINTS FOR THE ANCHORAGE OF THE ISO 10542-2 APPROVED 4-POINT STRAP-TYPE
TIEDOWNS SUPPLIED BY THOSE VEHICLES WHICH ARE SUITABLE FOR TRANSPORTING
ORTHOPEDIC STROLLER IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ISO 7176-19 STANDARD
Name of
the model
Series
number
Article
number
Max load
Date of production Warning! Read the use
and maintenance handbook
before use
Conformity with the European
safety standards
LOT
code

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
-Folding aluminium frame. It is varnished with non-toxic epoxy varnish
-Padded, breathable, ergonomic upholstery, removable for machine washing.
Fabric characteristics:
- Fireproof: l the fire retardant properties are inherent to the yarn and they do not
-come from additional treatments
-Recyclable:production cycle with low environmental impact
-Maximum resistance to rubbing
Oeko-Tex Classe 1 Certificate the highest reachable class for textile products
intended for infants and children; for all fabrics that are in direct contact with
the skin, to guarantee quality and safety for health.
-Colours durable and highly resistant:to sweat, light, dry cleaning and washing
machine
-Rigid backrest . It is adjustable in height and it can be reclined in 4 positions.
-Seat adjustable in width and depth
-Padded protecting covers for the knees
-Tip-up footrest. It is adjustable in height;
-legrest adjustable in tilt
-Detachable wheels. They can be detached from the frame thanks to a release
mechanism.: front puncture proof wheels, cm. 17,5 (7”) on ball bearings and back
pneumatic wheels cm. 30 (12”) on ball bearings
-Independent drum brakes

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INITIAL PREPARATION

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HOW TO ASSEMBLE Novus
OPEN AND BLOCK THE PUSHCHAIR
PUSH
BEFORE USING THE PUSHCHAIR MAKE SURE THAT THE
BLACK SAFETY LOCKING MECHANISMS ARE PUSHED DOWN
S