Rifton Anchor Series User manual

Anchor Family
Product Manual for Rifton Anchors
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2© 2014 Rifton Equipment
Contents
Important information 2
Safety messages 3
Recommended use and check your order 3
Anchors
Hand Anchor 4
Grab bar 4
Elbow Anchor 4
Wrist Anchor 5
Horizontal Anchor 5
Arm Anchor 5
Operation and maintenance 6
Cleaning and warranty 7
Materials and user modifications 7
Key for users
Use this key to determine which sections of this product manual apply to you.
Technical Users For professionals who order and set up Rifton products.
Home Users For care-givers who use Rifton products on a regular basis.
Maintenance Personnel For anyone who is responsible for service or
re-ordering of Rifton products and parts.

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• Thoroughly read and understand the information in this product manual before
attempting to use this product. If the procedures and instructions in this product manual
are not followed, serious injury or death could occur.
• A qualified professional must assess the appropriateness and safety of all equipment for
each user.
• This product is intended for use by clients of unreliable judgment. Adult supervision is
required at all times.
• To prevent falls and resulting injury, do not use Rifton Anchors as a primary support or
as a standing support. Suction cups may release.
• To prevent falls and cuts, do not use Rifton anchors on thin glass.
• To prevent structural failure, which may result in serious injury or death:
○Inspect this product and accessories regularly for loose or missing screws, metal
fatigue, cracks, broken welds, missing attachments, general instability or other signs
of excessive wear.
○Immediately remove this product from use when any condition develops that might
make operation unsafe.
○Do not use Rifton components or products for any purpose other than their
intended use.
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Recommended use
The Rifton Anchor family is a Class 1 medical device. It provides a selection of anchors to
provide upper extremity stabilization across a wide range of clients’ stabilization needs.
The anchor is intended for use on horizontal surfaces, to offer a secure and anchored
position to the hand or forearm. It is not intended for vertical surfaces, or for transfer
assist.
Check your order

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Anchors
Hand Anchor
Recommended use
Hand Anchors (see Figure 4a) can be used
on any available Rifton tables or trays.
They give the client an anchor to control
excessive movement of the arms and
encourage stabilization of the shoulder
girdle. The client may hold on with both
hands for stabilization training or with just
one hand. One size is available for both
children and adults.
Grab bar
Recommended use
The grab bar (see Figure 4b) can provide
a firm handhold to stabilize one or both
hands on a table or tray. Stability to the
hand and arm may be beneficial for head
and trunk control while sitting, and allows
increased functional use of the other arm.
One size is available for both children
and adults.
Elbow Anchor
Recommended use
The elbow Anchor (see Figure 4c) stabilizes
one arm on a table or tray. A pair can be
used to stabilize both arms. It provides
increased stability to the forearm and
may be beneficial for head and trunk
control while sitting and allows increased
functional use of the other arm.
One size of right and left elbow Anchors
are available for both children and adults.
Individuals with a wrist-to-elbow distance
greater than 8 inches will benefit from the
elbow Anchor the most.
Figure 4a
Figure 4b
Figure 4c

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Wrist Anchor
Recommended use
The wrist Anchor (see Figure 5a) is
intended to be used to stabilize one arm
on a table or tray. A pair can be used to
stabilize both arms. Providing increased
stability to the forearm, the wrist Anchor
may be beneficial for head and trunk
control while sitting and allows increased
functional use of the other arm. One size is
available for both children and adults.
Horizontal Anchor
Recommended use
The horizontal Anchor (see Figure 5b)
can provide a firm handhold to stabilize
one arm on a table or tray. The horizontal
Anchor may be beneficial for head and
trunk control while sitting and allows
increased functional use of the other arm.
One size is available for both children and
adults.
Arm Anchor
Recommended use
The arm Anchor (see Figure 5c) can be
used to stabilize one arm on a table or tray.
A pair can stabilize both arms. Providing
increased stability to the forearm, the
arm Anchor may be beneficial for head
and trunk control while sitting and allows
increased functional use of the other arm.
Place arm on anchor pad and secure it with
arm strap (A) and wrist strap (B). Arm and
wrist straps adjust and secure with hook
and loop fasteners.
Move handhold backward or forward and
rotate by loosening knob (C).
Arm Anchor user dims. small large
Inside of thumb to elbow 7½-12 in 10-15 in
19-30 cm 25-38 cm
Key user dimension: inside
of thumb to elbow Measure
the horizontal distance from the
bent elbow to the raised thumb.
Choose the arm Anchor that
allows for growth.
AA
BB
CC
Figure 5a
Figure 5b
Figure 5c

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Operation
Anchors work best on a clean, smooth
table or tray. The surface must be very
smooth and completely clean to get a
strong seal. If suction cup does not hold
well, wipe with a damp cloth or apply a
thin layer of petroleum jelly around the rim
of the rubber pad to enhance the vacuum.
To tighten the hand Anchor and the wrist
Anchor, press down on the suction cup and
turn handhold clockwise until secure. Turn
handhold counterclockwise to remove (see
Figure 6a).
The other Anchors are tightened by
pressing down on the suction cup and
moving the lever down (see Figure 6b).
Lift the lever to remove.
Figure 6a
Figure 6b
Maintenance
This product is designed and tested for an expected life of 5 years when used and
maintained in accordance with this manual. At all times, users must ensure that the
product remains in a safe and useable condition, including regular maintenance and
inspections as specified in the manual.
To prevent structural failure, which may result in serious injury or death:
• Inspect this product and accessories regularly for loose or missing screws, metal
fatigue, cracks, broken welds, missing attachments, general instability or other signs of
excessive wear.
• Immediately remove this product from use when any condition develops that might
make operation unsafe.
• Do not use Rifton components or products for any purpose other than their intended
use.
• Replace or repair components or products that are damaged or appear to be unstable.
• Use only Rifton authorized replacement parts. Order information for replacement parts
is provided on the back of this product manual.

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Cleaning
As needed, clean with disinfectant wipes or a solution of up to 10% bleach. Do not use
excessive amounts of water.
The upholstery of the elbow anchor and wrist anchor can be removed and cleaned as
described above or with a commercial cleaning agent suitable for imitation leather.
Warranty Statement
If a Rifton product breaks or fails in service during the first year, we will replace it
free of charge.
Materials
• Steel hardware items (nuts, bolts, screws, etc) are typically zinc or nickel plated, or
stainless steel.
• Upholstery items (pads, support blocks, padded prompts, etc) are typically
polyurethane foam with a fire-retardant cover made from expanded vinyl.
• Straps are typically made of polypropylene or nylon webbing.
• Plastic components are typically injection molded from a variety of
industrial resins.
All materials are latex, lead and phthalates free.
User modifications
To prevent serious injury or death, do not modify or alter Rifton
products or components, or use Rifton products or components
in conjunction with products from other manufacturers. Rifton does not accept
responsibility for any modifications or alterations made to our components or products
after they leave our premises. Customers modifying or altering our components or
products, or using them in conjunction with products from other manufacturers, do so
at their own risk.
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