Otto Bock Kimba neo User manual

Instructions for Use (User)..................................................................................... 3
Kimba neo

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Foreword1 5..............................................................................................................................................................
Product Description2 5............................................................................................................................................
Function2.1 5..............................................................................................................................................
Product Overview2.2 6.................................................................................................................................
Safety3 8....................................................................................................................................................................
Explanation of Warning Symbols3.1 8.............................................................................................................
General safety instructions3.2 9.....................................................................................................................
Safety Instructions for Use3.3 9.....................................................................................................................
Further Information3.4 11..............................................................................................................................
Name plate and warning labels3.5 11.............................................................................................................
Name plate3.5.1 11.........................................................................................................................................
Warning Labels3.5.2 12..................................................................................................................................
Delivery4 13...............................................................................................................................................................
Scope of Delivery4.1 13................................................................................................................................
Standard Equipment4.2 13............................................................................................................................
Options4.3 13.............................................................................................................................................
Storage4.4 13..............................................................................................................................................
Preparation for Use5 13..........................................................................................................................................
Assembly5.1 13...........................................................................................................................................
Usage6 15..................................................................................................................................................................
Information on Use6.1 15..............................................................................................................................
Multifunctional Seating Unit (Standard Seat)6.2 16..........................................................................................
Removing and mounting the seating unit6.2.1 16................................................................................................
Rotating the seating unit6.2.2 17......................................................................................................................
Adjusting the tilt-limiting mechanism after rotating the seat6.2.3 17.......................................................................
Adjusting the backrest angle6.2.4 18................................................................................................................
Adjusting the seat angle6.2.5 19.......................................................................................................................
Alternative Seating Systems6.3 19.................................................................................................................
Adjusting the seat angle6.3.1 19.......................................................................................................................
Footrest (Multifunctional Seating Unit)6.4 20...................................................................................................
Adjusting the knee angle6.4.1 20......................................................................................................................
Folding up the footrest6.4.2 21.........................................................................................................................
Push bar6.5 21............................................................................................................................................
Adjusting the push bar6.5.1 21.........................................................................................................................
Brake6.6 22................................................................................................................................................
Engaging the wheel lock6.6.1 22......................................................................................................................
Suspension6.7 22........................................................................................................................................
Adjusting the suspension6.7.1 22.....................................................................................................................
Additional options6.8 23...............................................................................................................................
Front wheels6.8.1 23......................................................................................................................................
"Fixed" Front Wheels6.8.1.1 23..........................................................................................................................
"Swiveling" Front Wheels with Integrated Swivel Lock6.8.1.2 23............................................................................
Tip-Assist6.8.2 24...........................................................................................................................................
Grab rail6.8.3 24............................................................................................................................................
Armrests6.8.4 24............................................................................................................................................
Headrests6.8.5 25..........................................................................................................................................
Headrest supports6.8.5.1 25..............................................................................................................................
Integrated headrests6.8.5.2 25...........................................................................................................................
Safety belts6.8.6 26........................................................................................................................................
Lap belt6.8.6.1 26.............................................................................................................................................
Four-point belt6.8.6.2 26....................................................................................................................................
Five-point belt6.8.6.3 27.....................................................................................................................................
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Positioning aids6.8.7 28..................................................................................................................................
Thoracic supports6.8.7.1 29...............................................................................................................................
Abductor6.8.7.2 29............................................................................................................................................
Pelvic band6.8.7.3 29........................................................................................................................................
Chest and shoulder support6.8.7.4 30.................................................................................................................
Fixation Vest6.8.7.5 30.......................................................................................................................................
Groin strap6.8.7.6 31.........................................................................................................................................
Neck Support6.8.7.7 32.....................................................................................................................................
Lumbar Padding6.8.7.8 33.................................................................................................................................
Hook-and-loop foot straps6.8.7.9 33....................................................................................................................
Tray6.8.8 34...................................................................................................................................................
Canopy6.8.9 34..............................................................................................................................................
Rain cover6.8.10 36..........................................................................................................................................
Summer/winter slip sack6.8.11 36......................................................................................................................
Frame padding6.8.12 37...................................................................................................................................
Storage basket6.8.13 37...................................................................................................................................
Buggy Board6.8.14 38......................................................................................................................................
Platform for Respirator6.8.15 39.........................................................................................................................
Cup Holder6.8.16 39........................................................................................................................................
Footrest Padding6.8.17 40................................................................................................................................
Anti-Slip Upholstery6.8.18 40.............................................................................................................................
Incontinence Cover6.8.19 40.............................................................................................................................
Disassembly/Transport6.9 42........................................................................................................................
Use in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle6.10 43.................................................................................................
General Safety Instructions6.10.1 43..................................................................................................................
Permitted Use6.10.2 44.....................................................................................................................................
Required Options6.10.3 44................................................................................................................................
Mygo Seating System - Specifics6.10.3.1 44..........................................................................................................
Adjusting the Seating Unit6.10.4 44....................................................................................................................
Adjusting and Securing the Seat Angle6.10.5 44..................................................................................................
Multifunctional Seating Unit6.10.5.1 44..................................................................................................................
Mygo Seating System6.10.5.2 45..........................................................................................................................
Adjusting and securing the back angle6.10.6 46..................................................................................................
Multifunctional Seating Unit6.10.6.1 46..................................................................................................................
Mygo Seating System6.10.6.2 46..........................................................................................................................
Securing the Product in the Vehicle6.10.7 46.......................................................................................................
Securing the User in the Product6.10.8 47..........................................................................................................
Care6.11 49..................................................................................................................................................
Care Instructions6.11.1 49................................................................................................................................
Detaching/Attaching the Padding (Multifunctional Seating Unit)6.11.2 49................................................................
Cleaning6.11.3 49............................................................................................................................................
Disinfection6.11.4 49........................................................................................................................................
Maintenance7 49......................................................................................................................................................
Maintenance intervals7.1 50..........................................................................................................................
Maintenance Tasks7.2 50.............................................................................................................................
Disposal8 50.............................................................................................................................................................
Disposal Information8.1 50............................................................................................................................
Legal Information9 51..............................................................................................................................................
Service life9.1 51.........................................................................................................................................
Liability9.2 51..............................................................................................................................................
CE Conformity9.3 51....................................................................................................................................
Warranty terms9.4 51...................................................................................................................................
Appendices10 51........................................................................................................................................................
Technical Data10.1 51....................................................................................................................................
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1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Date of the last update: 2013-07-26
►Please read this document carefully.
►Follow the safety instructions.
INFORMATION
►These instructions for use (user) can be viewed and downloaded from the homepage www.ottobock.com. It is
possible to increase the display size of the PDF document stored there.
►Please note that the instructions for use are revised regularly. The latest version can be viewed and down
loaded on the respective product page at www.ottobock.com.
►For further questions about the instructions for use (user), please contact the qualified personnel who issued
the product to you.
You have purchased a high-quality product for use every day, at home and outdoors.
Please read these instructions for use before you start using the product. Familiarise yourself with the handling,
functions and use of the product before using it. Observe all safety information and instructions in order to prevent
the possibility of injury. Store these instructions for use in a safe place for future reference.
Please note the following in particular:
• Attendants (persons who operate and push the product) must be instructed in the use of the product by quali
fied personnel.
• The product has been adapted to the needs of the user. Subsequent changes may be made only by qualified
personnel. We recommend checking the product settings regularly in order to assure optimal fit over the long
term. A fitting is required every six months for children in particular.
• If you have any questions or cannot solve a problem, despite reading these instructions for use, please contact
the qualified personnel who fitted the product or the manufacturer's service department (please see inside
back cover or back cover for addresses).
• The product may only be combined with the options listed here. The manufacturer assumes no liability for com
binations with third-party medical devices and/or accessories not included in the modular system. Please also
observe the information in the section "Liability".
• Service and repairs to the product may only be carried out by qualified personnel. If you have any problems,
please contact your specialist dealer. This ensures that any necessary repairs will be made exclusively with
authentic Ottobock spare parts.
• The manufacturer assumes no liability for combinations with seating systems that have not been approved by
the manufacturer (see the section "Liability").
• The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes to the model described in these instructions for
use.
2 Product Description
2.1 Function
The rehab buggy is intended solely for transporting children with walking disabilities or who are unable to walk.
The rehab buggy has been approved for transporting only one child aged 1 to 10 years (depending on the size and
weight of the child). It is operated by an attendant (conveyance by another person).
The rehab buggy can be used indoors and outdoors. It is fully adjustable to provide an optimised, individual fitting.
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2.2 Product Overview
1
Kimba Neo – outdoor mobility base with multifunctional seating unit and "swiveling" front wheels option
1 Plug-on rear wheel 6 Angle-adjustable backrest
2 "Swiveling" front wheel (option) 7 Adjustable push bar
3 Front lashing ring 8 Release handle, folding mechanism
4 Adjustable footrest 9 Rear lashing ring
5 Removable seat with lateral supports 10 Suspension
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2
Kimba neo – outdoor mobility base with multifunctional seating unit and "swiveling" front wheels option
1 Plug-on rear wheel 6 Adjustable push bar
2 "Swiveling" front wheel (option) 7 Release handle, folding mechanism
3 Swivel lock 8 Separate seat tilt feature on frame
4 Front lashing ring 9 Rear lashing ring
5 Seat adapter 10 Suspension
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3
Kimba neo – outdoor mobility base with "fixed" front wheels
1 Plug-on rear wheel 5 Adjustable push bar
2 Plug-on "fixed" front wheel 6 Release handle, folding mechanism
3 Front lashing ring 7 Suspension
4 Seat adapter 8 Rear lashing ring
3 Safety
3.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols
WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury.
CAUTION Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
NOTICE Warnings regarding possible technical damage.
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3.2 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Lack of familiarisation with instructions for use
Injuries due to user error
►Read the instructions for use before using the product.
►Familiarise yourself with the handling, functions and use of the product before using it. You can compromise
the safety of the user if you do not follow these instructions.
3.3 Safety Instructions for Use
Hazards during preparation for use
WARNING
Independent modification of settings
Risk of tipping, falling or malposition
►Do not modify the settings established by the qualified personnel. Only the settings described in the section
"Usage" in these instructions for use may be adjusted independently.
►In case of problems with the settings (unsatisfactory seating position, front wheels wobble etc.) please con
tact the qualified personnel who adjusted your product.
►Discuss all changes to the settings with the qualified personnel/therapist in advance in order to minimise
health hazards and avoid putting the therapy results at risk.
WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation
►Keep packaging materials away from children.
Hazards when boarding
CAUTION
Brake not engaged when getting in/out
User may fall or tip over
►Before the user gets into the buggy or out of it, always engage and check the wheel lock.
►Engage the wheel locks to prevent the rehab buggy from moving on uneven ground or during transfers (e.g.
into a car).
Hazards while driving
WARNING
Danger from pushing too fast
User may fall or tip over
►The steering casters may begin to wobble at higher speeds and lead to an abrupt stop, causing the rehab
buggy to tip over at the front.
►Therefore, push the rehab buggy only at normal walking speed or engage the steering lock (see section
"Use"). It is not permissible to let go of the pushbar while pushing the buggy or to thrust it away from you.
WARNING
Impermissible use
Risk of user tipping, rolling over
►Using a rehab buggy beyond normal conditions may be dangerous.
►Please note that this product is not suitable for jogging, running, skating, etc.
►Do not exceed the maximum load capacity (see section "Technical Data").
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CAUTION
Unsupervised parking
Falling, the user may fall out
►Never leave the user unattended, even if the seat belts are fastened and the wheel locks are engaged.
CAUTION
Incorrect centre of gravity
Risk of user tipping, rolling over
►When reaching for objects, the user must not lean too far out of the seat.
►Put the seat tilt into neutral position (0-5°) before negotiating slopes and obstacles on slopes or ramps.
►Always provide support to the rear when negotiating slopes and obstacles on slopes or ramps.
►Do not move the product with a negative seat angle setting (seat tilted forward).
►Never park the product on slopes with the user in the seat.
CAUTION
Hanging heavy bags on the buggy may change the centre of gravity
User may tip or roll over
►Do not hang heavy bags or the like on the pushbar.
CAUTION
Risky operation
The user may fall or tip over, and may cause accidents with other traffic participants
►Push slowly when crossing obstacles (e.g. steps, curbs) and negotiating uphill or downhill slopes and
inclines.
►Never cross obstacles at an angle. Always approach obstacles head on (at an angle of 90°).
►Raise the front wheels before crossing obstacles.
►Avoid collisions with obstacles and dropping off curbs/ledges.
►Avoid driving cross-country.
Hazards when overcoming obstacles
WARNING
Negotiating stairs and obstacles
Risk of falling, tipping over
►Only negotiate stairs and obstacles with the help of additional attendants.
►Use available equipment (e.g. ramps or elevators).
►Never use escalators with a user in the product.
CAUTION
Improper lifting by attendants
User may fall or tip over
►Attendants may lift the buggy only by welded or permanently attached components. It is particularly danger
ous to lift the buggy by the footrest, push bar, lap bar, or armrests.
Hazard in case of damaged skin
CAUTION
Prolonged contact with broken skin
Redness and pressure marks
►Check before using the product that the skin is not broken in areas subject to prolonged pressure (e.g., but
tocks, back and rear side of the thighs).
►No liability is assumed for injuries caused by the use of the product with broken skin.
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