REH4MAT AKVOSEGO User manual

USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS
3.1. Standard equipment....................................................................................................6
1. The purpose of user manual...............................................................................................5
11. Maintenance and cleaning..............................................................................................21
3.2. Accessories...................................................................................................................6
6. How to use bath chair........................................................................................................11
2. Indications and contrindications for use...........................................................................5
3. General characteristic of bath chair...................................................................................6
6.1 The adjustment of bath chair......................................................................................11
6.3 Upholstery...................................................................................................................14
5. Detailed description of how to apply the lounger upholstery..........................................8
7. Accessories.........................................................................................................................14
6.2 Seat depth adjustment................................................................................................13
4. Size table...............................................................................................................................7
7.1 AKS_806 Pelvic - thigh belt..........................................................................................14
7.3 AKS_807 Thigh wedge.................................................................................................15
9. The use of bath chair..........................................................................................................18
10. Safety rules.......................................................................................................................19
8. How to fix BodyMap mattress on bath chair..................................................................16
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12. Labelling...........................................................................................................................23
7.2 AKS_805 Pelvic support...............................................................................................15

Furthermore, it is also possible to change distance as well as seat’s tilt angle towards
floor. It is highly beneficial due to the fact that product is correctly adjusted to user’s
needs which is very helpful while e.g. washing little user’s hair.
Concerning upholstery, it is made of impermeable net. AKVOSEGO™ bath chair can be
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used together with BodyMap cushion either in a room or during bath because all
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BodyMap cushions are totally waterproof! The use of BodyMap cushion makes the
stabilization of user more efficient during bath.
Its upholstery and frame are available in different colours – it depends on its size.
AKVOSEGO™ bath chair is simple and innovative solution that is helpful while taking care
of disabled people. The bath chair consists of solid frame that is made of aluminium and,
moreover, it protects from adverse effects of water. Furthermore, frame is equipped with
foam covers that protect bathtub or kids bath tub from scratching. Unique construction
of frame makes it possible to adjust the tilt angle of footrest and backrest.
INTRODUCTION
Before using the product, user is obliged to familiarize himself / herself with user
manual.
Remember that complying with guideline is highly important. It assures safety
and extends durability as well as aesthetics of the device.

The manual is addressed to the parents, doctors and physicaltherapistis who
take direct care of handicap children.
This manual contains information necessary for correct use of AKVOSEGO™
bath chair , preparation of the device before the use, maintenance and cleaning
as well as the guarantee conditions. Manual should be kept in an easy accessible
place.
Please, remember that following the rules of the manual enables safe use of the
product, its extended life and esthetics.
źBilateral hemiplegia is connected with extension position and limited motions. With
age, paresis of limbs can occur, mainly of upper limbs. Trunk and head musles are weak,
usually.
źHemiplegia, characterized by only one side muscles weakness, based on muscles
spasticity or flaccid paralysis.
AKVOSEGO™ bath chair is created for children with infantile cerebral palsy (CP) to
maintain their health and hygiene. CP depends on its stage and can occurs as an:
źDiplegia usually involves lower limbs where gait learning is very difficult. Patients
often use walkers or crutches.
źTetraplegia involves whole body: head, trunk and limbs. Patients, depending on
stage, can crawl, sit or lie.
AKVOSEGO
CAUTION! Before using the product, user is obliged to
familiarize himself/herself with user manual.
THE PURPOSE OF USER MANUAL
INDICATIONS FOR USE
1. THE PURPOSE OF USER MANUAL
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This manual contains information necessary for correct use of AKVOSEGO™ bath chair,
preparation of the device before use, maintenance and cleaning as well as the guarantee
conditions.
Manual should be kept in an easy accessible place. The manual is addressed to parents,
doctors and physicaltherapists who take direct care of handicap children.
Please remember that following the rules of the user manual enables safe use of the
product, its extended life and esthetics.
Intended purpose of the product with a defined target group:
Disabled people (children / adolescents) with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina
bifida, spinal cord injuries and neurological deficits.
źOther neurological diseases with movement deficits in the form of paralysis and
paresis of the limbs and / or trunk
Indications:
źCerebral palsy (CP);
źIncorrect positioning of the person with the use of bathing products may lead to
deformation of the joints, and long-term keeping of the person in one position
significantly increases the risk of pressure ulcers.
źMax. user's weight: size 0 - 25 kg, size 1 - 30 kg, size 2 - 50 kg, size 3 - 75 kg.
Contrindications:
źSpina bifida;
źMuscular dystrophy;
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Before using the AKVOSEGO , user is obliged to familiarize himself / herself
withthe user manual.
2. INDICATIONS AND CONTRINDICATIONS FOR
USE

3.1 Standard equipment
AKVOSEGO
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF BATH CHAIR
Adaptation set used for
assembling BodyMap cushion BodyMap cushion
3.2. Additional equipment
AKVO - Active waterproof
platform for bath devices for
disabled children
Pelivic support
2
3
1
5
4
Pelvic-thigh belt
1. Frame
3. Trunk support
5. Leg support
2. Head support
4. Upholstery not absorbing the water
the water
1. Frame
4. Upholstery not absorbing
2. Head support
3. Trunk support
5. Leg support
2
3
1
5
6
4
Fixing kit for BodyMap K
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mattress BodyMap K mattress
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Active waterproof platform for
bath devices for disabled children
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AKVO
Pelvic support Pelvic - thigh belt
3. GENERAL CHARACTERISTIC OF BATH CHAIR
3.1 STANDARD EQUIPMENT
3.2 ACCESSORIES
Thigh wedge

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4. SIZE TABLE
Symbol Measurement Unit Size 0 Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
A
B
C
C1
C2
C3
seat width
seat depth
headrest height
backrest height
lower leg length
seat height (from the floor)
footrest angle (relatively to the seat)
backrest tilt angle (relatively to the seat)
headrest angle (relatively to the backrest)
max. user weight
indicative user height*
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[°]
[cm]
[kg]
[°]
[°]
37
23 - 28
16
31
26
42 45 50
28 - 33 32 - 40 37 - 50
16 19 23
40 44 50
31 36 41
11 - 44 11 - 44 13 - 49 15 - 54
90 - 180 90 - 180 90 - 180 90 - 180
90 - 180 90 - 180 90 - 180 90 - 180
205205 205 205
25 30 50 75
< 100 100 - 120 120 - 140 130 - 170
Measurement Unit Size 0 Size 1 Size 2 Size 3
width
width after folding
length
length after folding
height
height after folding
weight
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[cm]
[kg]
42
42
70
64
80
42 45 50
42 45 50
75 91 97
67 76 88
85 96 113
28 28 29 31
44,5 58
WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS
Note: Measurement tolerance range is +/- 1 cm / ½ in.
Note: Approximate values, depending on the product configuration.
*This measurement cannot be the main parameter while choosing the product size.

1
2
3
4 Joints
Frame of bath deckchair x 1
Footrest frame
Upholstery x 1
5 Head support x 1
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Backrest Frame
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF HOW TO APPLY THE LOUNGER
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6
1
4
5
5
UP
DOWN
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5.1. Components :
5. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF HOW TO APPLY
THE LOUNGER UPHOLSTERY
UP
DOWN
FRAME OF BATH DECKCHAIR
FOOTREST
FRAME
BACKREST FRAME
JOINTS
JOINTS
HEAD SUPPORT
UPHOLSTERY

To put on the upholstery on the frame first you
must:
źpress joints (G and F) at the same time adjust
the angle between the backrest and the
footrest (according to fig. 1),
źinsert the upper part of upholstery on the
frame of the back support (fig. 2, 3),
źpush the bottom part of the upholstery onto
the footrest frame (fig. 4).
Fasten all straps with Velcro closures from the underside of the lounger (fig. 5, 6). Please
keep in mind that the straps should cover the seat frame.
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fig.6
fig.5
fig.2 fig.3 fig.4
GF
fig.1

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źlounger with upholstery set to the usable
position (fig.9).
źchoose the appropriate height of the stabilizer on the backrest of the lounger,
To mount the head stabilizer you must:
źnext using straps with Velcro closures fasten the stabilizer on the back of the lounger
(fig. 7, 8),
fig.7 fig.8
fig.9
Do not make adjustments while there is a user on the chair, as doing so many
damage the regulators.
It is recommended using the product under the shower.
Do not make adjustments while the bath chair is wet.

THE ADJUSTMENT OF BATH CHAIR
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It is necessary to use special joints so as to adjust bath chair AKVOSEGO™.
It is possible to adjust following parts of bath chair AKVOSEGO™ :
BACKREST
FOOTREST
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6. HOW TO USE BATH CHAIR
6.1 THE ADJUSTMENT OF BATH CHAIR

STEP 1. Fix belt with head stabilizing pelottes at chosen height. Belt should be fastened at
the back of seat by means of Velcro tapes. The distance of pelottes can be adjusted.
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Every standard bath chair AKVOSEGO is equipped with head support, trunk stabilizing
belt and feet stabilizing belts. All these parts secure the user while using the product.
Please follow these steps mentioned below to use the product.
THE TILT ANGLE OF BATH CHAIR
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STEP 2. Fix trunk stabilizing belt. Belt is fastened with the aid of Velcro tapes and it can be
fixed at any height. It is necessary to thread belt through grommets which are situated on
either backrest of seat. Next, fasten the belt.
STEP 3. Fix feet stabilizing belts. Belts are fastened with the air of Velcro tapes and they
can be fixed at any height. It is necessary to thread belts through grommets which are
situated on footrest. Next, fasten belts.
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In order to adjust the depth of seat, there
is necessary to press the buttons on both
sides at the same time.
6.2 SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

Tension of upholster can be easily adjusted by straps with Velcros that are located under
the chair.
6.3 UPHOLSTERY
The pelvic-thigh belt ensures an adequate level of stability and safety while sitting in the
seat. To attach the belt, the bottom strap with buckles must be put under the seat and
then fastened.
Afterwards, insert the two side straps into regulators as explained below. Properly
attached belt is shown in the last picture.
bottom strap
with buckles
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7. ACCESSORIES
7.1 AKS_806 PELVIC - THIGH BELT
side straps with regulators

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7.3 AKS_807 THIGH WEDGE
7.2 AKS_805 PELVIC SUPPORT
Mount the pe lvi c support on the
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AKVOSEGO in the same way as the side
straps with regulators which are part of
the pelvic thigh belt (photos above).

STEP 1. Disassemble head support, trunk stabilizing belt and feet stabilizing belts.
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STEP 2. Fix BodyMap mattress with the aid of fastening set that is included in optional
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equipment for bath chair AKVOSEGO . Each set is equipped with pelvic - thigh belt, two
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wide belts that stabilize the user and three Velcro tapes that used to place BodyMap
mattress on seat.
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All BodyMap cushions are waterproof and highly thanks to which it is recommended to
use them together with bath chair AKVOSEGO™ so as to enhance upright standing and
secure the usert while performing nursing activities.
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Please follow steps mentioned below to fix BodyMap mattress:
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Before fixing the BodyMap mattress on the both seat, it is necessery to assemble special
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Velcros in lower, medium and upper part of the seat. Self-adhesive surface of BodyMap
mattress makes it possible to fix it quickly on bath seat.
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8. HOW TO FIX BODYMAP® CUSHION ON BATCH
CHAIR

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Please remember that BodyMap mattress has to be
shaped according to user's body because only then
mattress correctly stabilizes the user both in sitting.
Please familiarize yourself with the guidelines
concerning shaping the mattress which are included
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in user manual for BodyMap system.
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STEP 4. To fix BodyMap mattress is necessary to
unfasten stabilizing belts. Place mattress on bath
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chair AKVOSEGO in a way that its self - adhesive
surface touches bath seat's upholstery. Next, place
the user on mattress and fasten stabilizing belts.
STEP 3. Then fix belts stabilizing the user. Belts are fastened by Velcro tapes buckle.Below
you can see the conect assembling process:
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USING OF CHAIR
our device works correctly only when the product is adjusted according
to patient's height as well as weight. Remember to take all these
measurements into account while purchasing the product. Correct
adjustment of bath chair is the most important thing due to the fact that
only then the product is safe. It is forbidden to force child to keep
specific position because he/she will feel uncomfortable and it may lead
to wrong posture.
CAUTION! The product has to be used with compliance to
guidelines included in this user manual and with trained
person. Before every using, there is necessery to prepare the
patient and the device!
CAUTION! Befor using, remember to make sure that all
belts and locking are correctly adjusted and fastened.
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Please follow these steps below before the use of product:
· Make sure that all parts are serviceable, correctly mounted and
stable,
· Unfold the device,
· Place the device on even surface, without slopes,
· Adjust bath seat and head support to patient's measurements,
· Place the patient in bath seat and secure him/her by set of belts
from standard equipment.
· Unfasten trunk stabilizing belt and feet stabilizing belts,
If product is used together with BodyMap cushion; first fix cushion on
bath chair with the set of fastening and then shape it according to patient's
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źadjust bath seat and head support to user's measurements,
źmake sure that all parts are serviceable, correctly mounted and stable,,
źunfasten trunk stabilizing belt and feet stabilizing belts,
Please follow these step below:
źplace the device on even surface, without slopes,
źplace the user in bath seat and secure him / her by set of belts from standard
equipment.
źunfold the device,
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If product is used together with BodyMap mattress; first fix cushion on bath chair with
the set of fastening and then shape it according to user's body.
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9. THE USE OF BATH CHAIR
Before every using, there is necessary to prepare the user and the device!
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Bath chair AKVOSEGO has to be used with compliance to guidelines included in
this user manual and with trained person.
Befor using, remember to make sure that all belts and locking are correctly adjusted
and fastened.
Our device works correctly only when the product is adjusted according to user's
measurements.
Correct adjustment is the most important due to the fact that only then the product
is safe. It is forbidden to force child to keep specific position because he/she will feel
uncomfortable and it may lead to wrong posture.
It is recommended using the product under the shower.
Do not make adjustments while the bath chair is wet.
Do not make adjustments while there is a user on the chair, as doing so many
damage the regulators.

· adjust the product to patient's measurements as well as needs;
· make sure that there are no damages or different faults which could
endanger patient's life. Make sure that all parts are operating
correctly and are properly mounted. Moreover, make sure that there
are no cracks as well as deformities,
· always use stabilizing belts: Velcro tapes from these belts has to
overlap min. 8cm;
· secure the patient with the aid of head support, trunk stabilizing belt
and feet stabilizing belts. It is necessary due to the fact that it
protects the patient against falling out of the device.
3. It is forbidden to use bath chair if it is destroyed or any part is
missing.
5. It is forbidden to use the product without trained person or medical
staff.
6. It is necessary to fold and secure bath child seat during transportation in
order to avoid any possible damages. Manufacturer doesn't take
responsibility for damages which appeared due to improper
preparation of the device during transportation.
It is highly important to consult either doctor or physiotherapist in order to
make right decision concerning the choice of chair AKVOSEGO™ and its size.
It is essential to familiarize with the guidelines described in instruction
manual before using the device.
4. It is forbidden to leave the patient unattended.
· make sure that buckles are operating correctly;
2. It is forbidden to use bath chair for different purposes than it is intended
to.
1. Before using the product, it is essential to make sure that:
· make sure that all screws, nuts and other threaded, glued and sewn
parts are firmly tightened;
CAUTION! AKVOSEGO™ bath chair should be used in
compliance with guidelines described in instruction
SAFETY RULES
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It is highly important to consult either doctor or physiotherapist in order to make right
decision concerning the choice of bath chair and its size. It is also essential to familiarize
with the guidelines described in user manual before using the device.
1. Before use it is necessary to:
źalways use stabilizing belts: Velcro tapes from these belts has to overlap min. 8cm,
6. It is necessary to fold and secure bath child seat during transportation in order to
avoid any possible damages. Manufacturer doesn't take responsibility for damages
which appeared due to improper preparation of the device during transportation.
źsecure the user with the aid of head support, trunk stabilizing belt and feet
stabilizing belts. It is necessary due to the fact that it protects the user against falling
out of the device.
2. It is forbidden to use bath chair for different purposes than it is intended to.
źadjust the product to user's measurements as well as needs,
3. It is forbidden to use bath chair if it is destroyed or any part is missing.
źmake sure that buckles are operating correctly,
źmake sure that there are no damages or different faults which could endanger
user's life. Make sure that all parts are operating correctly and are properly
mounted. Moreover, make sure that there are no cracks as well as deformities,
źmake sure that all screws, nuts and other threaded, glued and sewn parts are firmly
tightened,
5. It is forbidden to use the product without trained person or medical staff.
4. It is forbidden to leave the user unattended.
10. SAFETY RULES
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AKVOSEGO bath chair should be used in compliance with guidelines described in
this user manual.
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Do not forget to prepare both product as well as user before using AKVOSEGO
bath chair.

7. It is forbidden to place and use the product close to fire or high
temperatures. Bath child seat cannot be stored as well as used in rooms
with high humidity.
8. Before using the chair remove all paper and plastic package .The package is
not a toy. Keep away from children and animals.
CAUTION! The product contains small parts which
children may swallow.
CAUTION! AKVOSEGO™ chair should be used in
compliance with guidelines described in instruction
manual.
CAUTION! It is forbidden to make any changes
concerning seat’s structure due to the fact that it is
dangerous and it results in loosing warranty.
CAUTION! It is forbidden to exceed permissible weight
load while using the product. All information concerning
weight load is described on nameplate. Additionally, you
can familiarize yourself with the table which you can find
in this user manual on page 7.
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8. Before using the chair remove all paper and plastic package .The package is not a toy.
Keep away from children and animals.
7. It is forbidden to place and use the product close to fire or high temperatures. Bath
child seat cannot be stored as well as used in rooms with high humidity
It is forbidden to exceed permissible weight load while using the product. All
information concerning weight load is described on nameplate. Additionally, you
can familiarize yourself with the table which you can find in this user manual on
page 7.
Incorrect product adjustment can lead to such side effects as fainting, body
deformities, joint overload, etc. If the abovementioned symptoms occur, stop
using the product immediately, take the user out of the product and lay them
down. If the undesirable symptoms persist, contact a physician immediately. If the
symptoms have disappeared, inform the attending physician about this fact in
order to make a decision about the further rehabilitation process.
Serious incidents involving this device should be reported both to manufacturer
and to the competent authority in your country.
It is recommended using the product under the shower.
The product contains small parts which children may swallow.
It is forbidden to make any changes concerning seat’s structure due to the fact that
it is dangerous and it results in loosing warranty.
AKVOSEGO™ bath chair should be used in compliance with guidelines descrived in
this user manual.
Do not make adjustments while the bath chair is wet.
Do not make adjustments while there is a user on the chair, as doing so many
damage the regulators.