Schuchmann piper User manual

Instructions for use.
piper. The comfortable, folding rehab buggy.
piper.

Many thanks.
Dear Customer
At this point we would like to thank you for placing your trust in our company and
for purchasing our product. We ask you to read through the Instructions for use carefully
prior to initial commissioning of the product, and to observe them. Please note that gui-
delines and representations in these Instructions for use may deviate from your product
due to diering equipment. We reserve the right to make technical modifications.
Important information!
Ensure that these Instructions for use remain with the product.
Your schuchmann Team

03 Contents.
1. Preparation. ................................................................................ 05
1.1 Delivery............................................................................................................................05
1.2 Safety measures prior to use ..............................................................................05
1.3 Safe disposal...............................................................................................................05
1.3.1 Packaging...........................................................................................................05
1.3.2 Product................................................................................................................05
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use..........................................................05
2. Product description. .................................................................... 06
2.1 Material information ................................................................................................06
2.2 Handling and transport........................................................................................06
2.2.1 Folding the frame...........................................................................................06
2.2.2 Unfold frame ....................................................................................................07
2.2.3 Locking the rear wheels.............................................................................08
2.2.4 Tilting aid...........................................................................................................08
2.2.5 Securing the user ..........................................................................................08
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose .............09
2.3.1 Indication ...........................................................................................................09
2.3.2 Contraindications .........................................................................................09
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning gui-
delines............................................................................................................................09
2.5 Equipment for basic model..................................................................................10
2.6 List of accessories...................................................................................................... 11
2.7 Product overview........................................................................................................ 11
3. Settings. ..................................................................................... 12
3.1 Backrest .......................................................................................................................... 12
3.2 Calf support................................................................................................................. 12
3.3 Foot support................................................................................................................ 13
4. Accessories. ................................................................................ 13
4.1 Headrest......................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Seat reduction............................................................................................................14
4.3 Seat padding .............................................................................................................14
4.4 Foot positioner...........................................................................................................14
4.5 Summer foot bag...................................................................................................... 15
4.6 Winter foot bag ......................................................................................................... 15
4.7 Rain cape...................................................................................................................... 15
5. Cleaning and servicing. ............................................................... 16
5.1 Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 16
5.2 Disinfection................................................................................................................... 16
5.3 Servicing ........................................................................................................................ 16
5.4 Spare parts .................................................................................................................. 16
5.5 Duration of use and re-use.................................................................................. 17

04 Contents.
6. Technical data. ............................................................................ 18
7. Guarantee. .................................................................................. 19
8. Identication. ............................................................................. 20
8.1 EU Declaration of Conformity.............................................................................20
8.2 Serial number / date of manufacture............................................................ 21
8.3 Product version ......................................................................................................... 22
8.4 Issue of the document .......................................................................................... 22
8.5 Name and address of the manufacturer, importer and supplying
specialist dealer ....................................................................................................... 22

05 1. Preparation.
1.1 Delivery
On receiving the product, please check it for completeness, lack of faults
and any transport damage. Inspect the goods in the presence of your
forwarder. Should transport damage have occurred, please arrange for
an inventory (determination of the faults) to be made in the presence of
the forwarder. Please send a complaint in writing to the specialist dealer
responsible.
1.2 Safety measures prior to use
The correct use of the product requires a detailed and careful instruction
of the user or the accompanying person. We ask you to read through the
Instructions for use carefully prior to initial commissioning of the product,
and to observe them. It is possible that product parts that get in contact
with the skin may heat up in the sun. Cover these areas or protect the
device from direct sunlight.
1.3 Safe disposal
In order to preserve and protect the environment, to prevent environmental
pollution and to improve the recycling of raw materials, please note the
disposal instructions in points 1.3.1 and 1.3.2.
1.3.1 Packaging
The packaging of the product should be kept for any future transport that
might be required. Should you have to return the product for repairs or in
case of a guarantee claim, please if possible use the original box so that
the product is optimally packaged. Otherwise, separate the packaging
materials for recycling according to their classification.
Do not leave packaging materials unattended, as they are a possible source of
danger.
1.3.2 Product
Attheendoftheproductlifecycle,recycletherawmaterialsusedintheproduct
according to their nature (see material information under point 2.1).
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use
Please store these Instructions for use carefully and ensure that these In-
structions for use remain with the product in case of re-use. Should you
lose the instructions, you can always download an updated version at
www.schuchmann.de .

06 2. Product description.
2.1 Material information
The base frame as well as the individual elements are made from pow-
der-coated aluminium and are therefore free from corrosion. The covers
are made of 100% polyester and are flame resistant (according to DIN EN
1021-1+2). The upholstery is also made of 100% polyester.
2.2 Handling and transport
The rehab buddy is not intended for
carrying, since it is equipped with
wheels. Should you have to carry the
equipment due to obstacles, ensu-
re that all moving parts are tighte-
ned. Position one person before and
behind the rehab buggy and hold it
from the push bar (A) at the rear and
front left and right on the frame (B)
and then carry it to the desired loca-
tion. Please test the driving behaviour
(pushing and steering) first without
and then with user.
The buggy must be tilted to overcome
elevations (see Point 2.2.4).
2.2.1 Folding the frame
The rehab buggy can be folded for
transport. Please remove the foot
support beforehand (C). To do this,
push both pushbuttons (D) below
the foot support and pull it away
to the front. Disassembly or remo-
ve also any accessories (e.g. the
canopy, seat reducer...). Bring the
backrest in an upright position
(see Point 3.1). Now press the push-
button (E) on the push bar and fold it.
Now pull on the back of the handle (F)
and at the same time press the
folding push bar downwards, thus
folding the entire rehab buggy.
B
A
B
E
F
C
DD

07 2. Product description.
In order to better store the buggy e.g.
in the car, the wheels can be removed.
In order to better store the rehab
buggy e.g. in the car, all wheels can
also be removed.
To do this, press the pushbuttons (A)
on the rear wheels and at the same
time pull out the wheels to the side.
For the front wheels, press the push-
buttons (B) and at the same time pull
away the wheels downwards.
To prevent the rehab buggy from un-
folding on its own during transport,
it is equipped with a safety loop (C).
Here there are two eyelets (D) availa-
ble for mounting.
2.2.2 Unfold frame
In order to be able to unfold the re-
hab buggy again, first the wheels
must be mounted. Insert them back
into the slots provided and make
sure that each wheel audibly clicks
back into place. Undo the safety loop
(C) and put the rehab buggy up-
right again. Pull the push bar (E) to
the back until the pushbutton (F) au-
dibly clicks back into place. Finally
press onto the foot pedal (G) with
your foot until the handle (H) audibly
clicks back into place.
Ensure that all elements audibly click
back into place when unfolding the
rehab buggy.
B
C
D
A
EF
G
H

08 2. Product description.
2.2.3 Locking the rear wheels
To secure the rehab buggy against
unintentional rolling away (e.g.
when sitting down and leaving it),
it is equipped with a parking brake
that can be operated centrally. This
allowsthetworearwheelstobebraked
simultaneously.
To do this, press down the brake
lever (A) on the rear right wheel with
your foot. To release the parking bra-
ke, press up the brake lever (A) with
your foot.
2.2.4 Tilting aid
The rehab buggy is equipped with a
tilting aid (B). Press on it with your foot
if, for example, you want to get over a
kerb or other elevation.
2.2.5 Securing the user
The piper. rehab buggy is equipped
as standard with a 5-point harness
that must be used to secure the
user. To set the desired length of the
straps, place the user in the buggy
and adjust the straps with the pla-
stic buckles. To close the 5-point
harness, open the hook and loop
closure of the crotch belt (C) and
undo the fork-like quick closures (D),
place the user into the buggy, positi-
on the shoulder belts (E) and close the
quick closures and the hook and loop
closure (C). Open the 5-point harness
again by pressing on the sides of the
quick closures.
A
B
C
E
D
C

09 2. Product description.
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose
The piper. rehab buggy is designed to secure mobility in outdoor areas, if
transport needs to be carried out regularly over short distances. The ma-
ximum load of 50 kg must not be exceeded. The piper. rehab buggy is
suited exclusively for use by an accompanying person and not intended
for transport in a vehicle.
2.3.1 Indication
Considerable to fully pronounced impairment of mobility/walking in chil-
dren with structural and/or functional damage to the lower extremities
(including amputation, consequences of injury, musculoskeletal/neuromu-
sculoskeletal movement disorders) exceeding the physiological onset of
gait.
2.3.2 Contraindications
In general, the indications for provision of a rehab buggy should be appro-
ved by a doctor or orthopaedist. It should therefore be clarified prior to
procurement whether contraindications exist for the patient. In general,
any type of pain represents a contraindication.
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning guide-
lines
• The correct use of the rehab buggy requires a precise and thorough
training of the accompanying person.
• Practice handling piper. on even ground. You must also research the
eects of shifts in the centre of gravity on the behaviour of the piper. Try
tilting with the tilting aid (see Point 2.2.4) and the shift in the centre of
gravity at first without occupants.
• Before using the rehab buggy ensure that all frame elements and
wheels have audibly clicked in (see Point 2.2.2).
• The piper. rehab buggy is not suited for children below the age
of 6 months.
• The piper. rehab buggy must not be used for jogging or inline skating.
• The piper. rehab buggy must not be used without supervision. Not even
when the 5-point harness and central parking brake are in use.
• Stairs may only be attempted with accompanying persons.
• The max. load (see Point 6) may not be exceeded.
• Do not use the calf support, backrest and foot support for carrying the
product. Only carry it by fixed frame parts.
• Always tighten the screws again after replacing parts.

10 2. Product description.
• Do not step on the foot support when sitting down or leaving the buggy.
• When sitting down and leaving the buggy, activate the centrally opera-
ted parking brake of the rear wheels (see Point 2.2.3).
• Do not use piper. with defective, worn or missing parts.
• Use only accessories and spare parts from Patron, as otherwise you will
endanger the user`s safety.
• Use the rehab buggy only when all components are attached and
set correctly.
• When using the rehab buggy, keep any extremities away from
moving parts.
• When folding the piper. there is the risk of jamming or crushing
the extremities.
• Read these operating instructions carefully before using the buggy for
the first time. The user`s safety can be endangered, if you do not follow
the instructions and safety information in these instructions for use.
• The rehab buggy is not intended for transporting a user in a vehicle.
• Users who have dicult reading must have someone read these instruc-
tions for use aloud so that they understand how o use the rehab buggy.
2.5 Equipment for basic model
• folding aluminium frame with centrally operated parking bracket
of the rear wheels (225 mm)
• removable wheels, front wheels (75 mm) foldable with direction lock
• backrest with adjustable angle (90° - 135°)
• height-adjustable and removable foot support
• 5-point harness with padded shoulder and crotch belt
• Canopy and storage basket
• removable covers

11 2. Product description.
2.6 List of accessories
• Headrest
• Seat reduction
• Seat padding
• Foot positioner
• Summer foot bag
• Winter foot bag
• Rain cape
2.7 Product overview
The Fig. below is intended to show you the designation of the most
important components as well as the terms which you will find in these
Instructions for use.
Push bar
Aluminium frame
Wheels (removable)
backrest with
adjustable angle
height-adjustable
and removable
foot support
Cover
Calf support
with adjustable angle
5-point harness with padded
shoulder and crotch belt
steerable wheels
with direction lock (removable)

12 3. Settings.
Settings and adjustments to the product or accessories may only be made
by people who have been given the necessary instructions by a medical
product advisor. Please ensure that none of the user's extremities are in
the respective area when making adjustments of any kind to minimise the
risk of injury.
3.1 Backrest
The angle of the piper. backrest can be
adjusted in five stages by a total of 45°.
To this end, you must pull the release
lever (A) on the rear of the backrest.
Subsequently, push or pull the backrest
into the desired position and ensure
that the backrest audibly clicks
into place.
Ensure that the backrest audibly clicks
into place after each adjustment of the
angle.
3.2 Calf support
The angle of the calf support can be
changed. To this end, press the two
pushbuttons (B) right and left on the
calf support and bring the calf sup-
port into the desired position.
A
B

13 3. Settings.
3.3 Foot support
The height of the foot support can be
adjusted in five stages. To this end,
pull out the two self-securing locking
bolts (A) at the foot support brackets
and at the same time bring the foot
support into the desired position. En-
sure that the locking bolts (A) audibly
click again into place.
The frame can be folded for transport
(see Point 2.2.1). However, the foot
support must be removed beforehand. To this end, press the two pushbut-
tons (B) left and right of the foot support and then pull it away to the front.
Ensure that the foot support audibly clicks back into place after each height ad-
justment.
4. Accessories.
C
A
B
4.1 Headrest
The headrest (C) is mounted to the
backrest using hook and loop. In
order to change the height of the
headrest, you will have to undo the
hook and loop connection at the rear
of the backrest. Then bring the
headrest into the desired position and
close again the book and loop closure.

14 4. Accessories.
4.2 Seat reduction
The seat reduction (A) consists of a to-
tal of 6 elements that can be attached
to the sides of the seating surface
using hook and loop.
Each individual element is equipped
with hook and loop. In this way, you
can decide yourself how many ele-
ments you attach for reach side and
thus adjust the desired seat width.
4.3 Seat padding
Theseatpadding(B) isattachedonthe
entire seat and and backrest. The
seat width can be changed using four
side guide pads (C+D) that are atta-
ched using hook and loop. A back
pad reduces the seat depth to 23 cm.
4.4 Foot positioner
The foot positioners (E) are equipped
with hook and loop and can be ope-
ned at the rear.
The foot positioners (E) are fixed using
the slits (F) in the foot support.
A
B
C
D
E
F
F

15 4. Accessories.
4.5 Summer foot bag
The summer foot bag (A) is attached
to the canopy (C) using press studs
(B). At the food end, the summer foot
bag (A) has a zipper (D).
4.6 Winter foot bag
The winter foot bag (E) has a zipper(F)
on both sides for easy access and
exit.
4.7 Rain cape
The rain cape (G) has a ventilation
window (H) and can only be attached
in combination with the canopy (I).
To do this, open a bit the canopy (I) and
then pull the rain cape (G) over it. At
the bottom it is simply pulled over the
foot support (J) of the rehab buggy.
A
B
BD
C
F
F
E
G
I
H
J

16 5. Cleaning and servicing.
5.1 Cleaning
To ensure the appearance and functionality over the period of use, it is
advisable to clean all frame elements regularly with a sponge or damp
cloth, especially water drops should be removed. Please clean with a
mild household detergent for severer dirt. Thorough drying of the rehab
buggy after use is important. The over can be washed at 40° by hand.
Please also pay attention to our general cleaning and hygiene advice.
This can be found at www.schuchmann.de/mediathek.
5.2 Disinfection
Disinfection should only be carried out when needed. For disinfection,
please use prepared, liquid disinfecting solution or cloths pre-soaked in
disinfecting solution and ensure extensive application. Exposure time
can vary depending on the disinfectant. Alcohol-based disinfectants or
bleaching agents are not permitted. A suitable substance would be e.g.
a quaternary ammonium compound (see www.schuchmann.de/mediathek).
5.3 Servicing
Please carry out a daily visual inspection and regularly check the rehab
buggy for cracks, fractures, missing parts and malfunctions. In case of a
defect or malfunction, please contact the specialist dealer who supplied
you with the product (see Point 8.5). In order to ensure the functionality
over the usage period, we recommend regular maintenance (e.g. annual-
ly) by a trained specialist dealer (and/or manufacturer). Here, repairs and
replacements of defective parts should be carried out.
5.4 Spare parts
Only use original accessories, otherwise the guarantee will be lost. Should
you wish to order spare parts, please contact the specialist dealer who
supplied you with the rehab buggy, stating the serial number (see Point 8.5).
Necessary spare parts and accessories must only be installed by trained
personnel.

17 5. Cleaning and maintaining.
5.5 Duration of use and re-use
The expected duration of use of our product, dependent on the usage
intensity and amount of re-use, totals up to "8" years if the usage takes
place in accordance with the information in these Instructions for use. It
may be possible to use the product over and above this time period if it is
in a safe condition. The duration of use to be expected does not refer to
wear parts such as covers and wheels. The maintenance and evaluation of
the condition, and if applicable the potential for re-use, must be decided
by the specialist dealer.
The rehab buggy is suited for re-use. Before passing on the buggy, please
carry out the cleaning and disinfecting instructions stated under Point 5.1
and Point 5.2. Accompanying documents such as these Instructions for use
are part of the product and must be passed on to the new user. No disas-
sembly is required prior to re-use.

18 6. Technical data.
Dimensions - basic model
piper.
ABackrest height 68 cm
bSeat depth 29 cm
CSeat height 36 cm
ESeat width 24 - 35 cm
ELower leg length 25 - 37.5 cm
Backrest angle 90° - 135°
Seat angle 26°
FTotal length 108 cm
HTotal width 59 cm
ITotal height 100 cm
Weight 14.5 kg
max. load 50 kg
Length (folded) 100 cm
Width (folded) 31 cm
Height (folded) 30 cm
A
B
E
H
D
G
C
F

19 7. Guarantee.
The two-year statutory guarantee period shall apply for all products.
This begins with the delivery or handover of the goods. Should the goods
supplied by us manifest a verifiable material or manufacturing fault within
this time period, kindly contact directly the supplying specialist dealer
(see Point 8.5)

20 8. Identication.
8.1 EU Declaration of Conformity