Schuchmann freddy User manual

Instructions for use.
freddy. The compact seat pan sub-frame.
freddy.

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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
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose .............06
2.3.1 Indication ...........................................................................................................06
2.3.2 Contraindications .........................................................................................06
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning gui-
delines............................................................................................................................07
2.5 Equipment for basic model.................................................................................08
2.6 List of accessories....................................................................................................08
2.7 Product overview......................................................................................................08
2.8 General setting instructions................................................................................09
2.9 Utilisation training ....................................................................................................09
2.10 Climbing stairs .........................................................................................................09
3. Settings. ..................................................................................... 10
3.1 Seat tilt............................................................................................................................10
3.2 Back angle adjustment with snap joint.........................................................10
3.3 Back angle adjustment with central quick adjustment......................... 11
3.4 Seat height adjustment ........................................................................................ 12
3.5 Seat depth adjustment ......................................................................................... 12
3.6 Back unit adjustment ............................................................................................. 13
3.7 Push handles................................................................................................................ 13
3.8 Push bar......................................................................................................................... 13
4. Handling of wheels. .................................................................... 14
4.1 Rear wheels with drum brake ..............................................................................14
4.2 Quick release axle.................................................................................................... 15
4.3 Wheelbase (integrated).........................................................................................15
4.4 Guide wheels .............................................................................................................. 15
4.5 Clothing guard – removable .............................................................................. 16
5. Accessories. ................................................................................ 16
5.1 Tilting device ................................................................................................................ 16
5.2 Swing-away anti-tip mechanism..................................................................... 16
5.3 Knee lever brake ........................................................................................................ 17
5.4 Footrests........................................................................................................................ 17

04 Contents.
6. Adapter systems. ........................................................................ 18
6.1 Seat pan adapter, standard................................................................................18
6.2 Seat pan adapter, trapezoidal shape........................................................... 18
6.3 Seat plate assembly ............................................................................................... 19
7. Cleaning and servicing. ............................................................... 20
7.1 Cleaning and disinfecting.....................................................................................20
7.1.1 Cleaning ...............................................................................................................20
7.1.2 Disinfection.........................................................................................................20
7.2 Servicing ........................................................................................................................20
7.3 Maintenance ...............................................................................................................20
7.3.1 Maintenance specifications....................................................................... 21
7.3.2 Maintenance plan........................................................................................... 21
7.4 Mounting / repairing the tyres........................................................................... 22
7.5 Wheel sizes / recommended air pressure.................................................... 22
7.6 Spare parts .................................................................................................................. 22
7.7 Duration of use and re-use.................................................................................. 22
8. Technical data. ............................................................................ 23
9. Guarantee. .................................................................................. 24
10. Identication. ........................................................................... 25
10.1 EU Declaration of Conformity........................................................................... 25
10.2 Serial number / date of manufacture ..........................................................27
10.3 Product version.........................................................................................................27
10.4 Issue of the document..........................................................................................27
10.5 Name and address of the manufacturer, specialist dealer sup-
plying the product..................................................................................................27

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 de-
vice 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
Instructions 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 and the individual elements are made of aluminium which
is non-corroding and powder-coated.
2.2 Handling and transport
The riding aid is not designed to be carried, as it is fitted with rear wheels.
Should you have to carry the equipment due to obstacles, ensure that all
moving parts are tightened. Then two people should position themselves
next to the product, grip it on the left and right of the frame and carry it
to the required location. To transport the product, reduce all adjustments
to their most compact size (fold up foot support, remove rear wheels etc.).
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose
The freddy. seat pan sub-frame is a medical products of risk class 1 and is
suited for use indoors and outdoors. The sub-frame is designed as subst-
ructure to accommodate seating systems or seat pans. Any other use or
use over and above this purpose shall be considered not in accordance
with the intended purpose.
2.3.1 Indication
The indication for the freddy. sub-frame is derived from the ones of the
seating systems and seat pans.
2.3.2 Contraindications
In general, the indication for a seat pan sub-frame in combination with
a seating system or a seating pan should be accompanied by a medi-
cal-orthopaedic specialist. It should therefore be clarified prior to pro-
curement whether contraindications exist for the patient. In general, any
type of pain represents a contraindication.

07 2. Product description.
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning guide-
lines
• Correct usage of the seat pan sub-frame requires
precise and careful training of the accompanying person.
• Practice handling freddy. on a level surface. Here, you must also explore
the eects of shifts in the centre of gravity on the behaviour of freddy. .
Try tilting and shiftingthe centre of gravity at first without occupants.
• The product may not be used without supervision.
• Stairs may only be attempted with accompanying persons.
• The max. load (see Point 8) may not be exceeded.
• The seat pan and the push bar/push handle may not be used to carry
the product. Only carry it by fixed frame parts.
• The clamp lever on the push bars and the quick release on the back
must always be tightened.
• Do not use freddy. as shower chair and do not expose it to sea
water and sand.
• Always tighten the screws again after replacing parts.
• Do not climb on the footrests when entering and leaving the seat pan.
• Press the brakes then entering and leaving the seat pan.
• Do not use freddy. with defective, worn or missing
parts.
• Use only accessories and spare parts made by Schuchmann, otherwise
you will compromise the safety of the user.
• Only use the seat pan sub-frame if all components have been correctly
mounted and adjusted.
• When adjusting the riding aid there is a risk of trapping or crushing
of limbs.
• Users who have diculty reading must have someone read these
Instructions for use aloud so that they understand how to use the seat
pan sub-frame.

08 2. Product description.
2.5 Equipment for basic model
• Tilt adjustment of the seat pan via gas pressure spring 300N
• Depth adjustable back unit
• Back and push bars, angle and height adjustable
• including adapter head for seat pans, adjustable in height and
seat depth
• Incl. plug-in foot bench
• Incl. rear wheels with plug-in and drum brake
2.6 List of accessories
• Push bar
• Armrests
• Headrest bracket
• Clothing guard
• Spoke guard
• Wheel base extension
• Knee lever brake with bracket
2.7 Product overview
The Fig. below is intended to show you the designation of the most im-
portant components as well as the terms which you will find in these Inst-
ructions for use.
• Anti tip mechanism
• Tilting device
• Power hub system
• Bracket for Viamobil / Scala-
mobil as an assembly set
• Foot support/divided footrests
Push bar
Brake handles
Rear wheels with hand rim
and drum brake
Quick release axle
Spoke guard
Guide wheels
Base plate for external adapter
Clothing guard
Centralised fast
mechanical adjustment
gas pressure spring
Trapezoidal adapter
Base frame
Divided
footrests
Knee lever brake
Back rest support of seat unit

09 2. Product description.
2.8 General setting instructions
In order to correctly use the freddy. seat pan sub-frame, it must be set
correctly. Some important points are as follows:
• With the seat angled more, the rear wheels should be moved back –
and moved forwards with a slight tilt.
• The axle of the rear wheels are positioned vertically under the
hip joint for persons driving themselves.
2.9 Utilisation training
Make your first trial run on even ground without occupants until you have a
feeling for the freddy. seat pan sub-frame. You must take extra care when
driving hills and slopes or when overcoming obstacles.
Use the tip protectors for initial uses (optional).
2.10 Climbing stairs
Stairs may only be attempted with a
minimum of 2 accompanying persons.
The helpers may only hold on the the
frame and firmly mounted frame parts
without lifting freddy. (to carry)! When
driving up stairs, the helper at the
back holds the chassis on the fixed
handles and pulls over the steps and
the helper at the bottom holds the
front frame tubes and stabilises the
position. They also press the chassis
into the steps parallel to the floor.
Nevercarrythefreddy.seatpansub-framewhiletheusersitsinit-riskofaccident!
When lowering, the bottom helper brakes by pressing the chassis in stages.
The top helper provides counterpressure on the push bars and holds the
chassis in the right position. The chassis must be rolled down step by step.
Please check whether the groups on the back tubes are locked in place!
Bags and objects must be removed from the backrest to avoid hindering the
accompanying person.

10 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 Seat tilt
The seat of freddy. can be tilted up
to 30° backwards and 5° forwards in
the basic setting using gas pressure
springs. You must press the trigger
lever (A) on the right side on the push
bar or push handle or assist by lightly
pulling or pushing. Once the required
seat angle has been achieved, the
gas pressure spring is blocked again
by releasing the trigger lever.
There is an increased risk of tipping
over with a tilted adjustment! Therefore
always use the swing-away anti tip
mechanism.
3.2 Back angle adjustment with snap joint
The back frame can be precisely adjusted in the angle to the seat frame.
The adjustment is made after loosening the two star handles on the right
and left at the lower end of the back frame. Always hold the back with one
hand when adjusting. The back can also be fully folded down onto the
seat frame for easier transport.
There is an increased risk of tipping over when adjusting the back more than 90°
to the seat frame!
A

11 3. Settings.
3.3 Back angle adjustment with central quick adjustment
The back can be adjusted via the central fast adjustment at an angle of
90° to 120° to the seat frame. For versions with a gas pressure spring, the
adjustment is made by pressing the lever on the gas pressure spring (A)
and by releasing the clamp lever (B) for the mechanical version.
The back can be folded down onto the seat
frame for easier transport. Press the button
on the quick release axle on the lower end of
the centralised fast mechanical adjustment
and take out the quick release axle. When
folding back, place the fast mechanical ad-
justment in the adapter and reattach the
quick release axle.
Check the tight axial t of the quick release axle
for each assembly!
Mechanicalgas pressure spring
BA

12 3. Settings.
3.4 Seat height adjustment
The height of the seat adapter can be
adjusted by loosening the clamps (A)
on the horizontal tubes. A scale is
applied to the inner tube. The scale
shows steps of 2 cm.
Max. height adjustment 10 cm!
The height of the gas pressure spring
or the two gas pressure springs for
sizes 2 and 3 must then be adjusted.
Loosen the screw connections (B) for
this and aligned to the corresponding
hole distance (in the same way as the
horizontal tubes have been adjusted).
Tighten the screw connections again
after all adjustments.
Note: If the height adjustment is larger
than 6 cm, the black support plates (4
pieces) must be turned!
The setting may only may made when the seat is not being used.
3.5 Seat depth adjustment
The depth of the base plate for moun-
ting the adapter including the seat
pan can be adjusted by loosening the
4 screws (C).
A
B
C C

13 3. Settings.
3.6 Back unit adjustment
(positioning a seat pan / seat unit)
The complete back unit can be ad-
justed in the depth of the seat pan /
seat unit. To do this, remove the 4
screws (A) on the right and left of the
top frame and slide the back unit out
or in. Then install the screws again (A)
and re-tighten them firmly. Ensure that
the seat pan / seat unit is positioned
centrally on the subframe (Fig. 1). Only
in this way can be subframe be used
optimally. If the centre of gravity of the
seat pan / seat unit lies on the front
wheels (Fig. 2), the manoeuvrability of
the subframe will be adversely aec-
ted.
The seat pan / seat unit must be placed
centrally on the subframe.
3.7 Push handles
The push handles of your freddy. can
be adjusted individually in height. This
takes place after loosening the two
clamp levers (B) on the rear tubes.
Tighten the clamp lever again after
adjustment.
3.8 Push bar
The design with the push bar is a more
comfortable solution. The angle of the
push bar can be individually adjus-
ted in addition to height adjustment
using the joints with quick release (C).
The height is adjusted after loosening
the two clamp levers (D) on the rear
tubes. The clamp lever and quick re-
lease must be tightened again after
adjustment.
B
B
C
D
D
C
A
A
ü
Fig. 1 x Fig. 2

14 4. Handling of wheels.
The following are general rules:
High air pressure: Low rolling resistance / less suspension comfort
Lower air pressure: Higher rolling resistance / more suspension comfort
See point 7.5 for sizes and air pressure for the guide and rear wheels.
4.1 Rear wheels with drum brake
The drum brake allows safe braking, which is independent of the tyre pres-
sure. It is activated with the brake lever on the right and left push handle
with four engagement options.
A safety catch engages with an audible "click" by pulling the lever. The
brake is applied in the fourth click position. Release the brake by pulling the
lever again and pressing the red safety catch at the same time.
By braking lightly on one side it is possible to achieve a steering movement
when pushing.
Setting the drum brakes
The drum brakes are set by turning the
setting screws (A) in or out. They are
located at the lower end of the bra-
ke cable in the brake saddle. Unscrew
the screw a little for precise adjust-
ment until you hear a grinding noise
with turning the rear wheel. The bra-
ke jaws are placed lightly against the
hub housing in this state. Then turn the
setting screw 1 turn back and clamp it in place with the nut. Check the
function of the drum brake and readjust the setting screw if necessary.
Leave this work to your specialist dealer in case of any uncertainty.
The drum brake may only be used on the level with maximum load as a
parking brake due to safety reasons. The knee lever brake must always be
used on a slope and tilt up to a maximum of 8%.
A

15 4. Handling of wheels.
4.2 Quick release axle
The quick-release axles of the rear wheels 16“,
20“ and 22“ make transporting your freddy.
significantly easier. You only need to press the
button (A) in the centre of the wheel hub, and
the wheel can be easily removed or reinser-
ted. When inserting the quick release axles,
you should be able to hear it engage with an
audible "click".
Check the tight axial t of the quick release axle each time the rear wheel is
mounted!
4.3 Wheelbase (integrated)
If the rear wheels are mounted far back, you
have a large distance between wheels and
therefore good stability, or a safe position with
respect to the danger of tipping over. Howe-
ver, manoeuvrability is lost. If the rear wheels
are mounted further to the front, freddy.
will become more manoeuvrable thanks to
the shorter wheelbase. However, please note
that there is a big risk of tipping over in this
position. This particularly applies if the seat surface is adjusted back (the
seat surface is tilted). Therefore always use the swing-away anti tip me-
chanism due to safety reasons.
4.4 Guide wheels
To guarantee perfect steering control, the
steering axle on the front wheels (B) must be
positioned vertical to the surface (C). If this no
longer the case due to changes to the rear or
front wheels, the front wheels can be read-
justed by turning the two eccentric nuts (D)
on the front wheel adapters. It is recommen-
ded to use an angle bracket or similar. After
each adjustment, please retighten all screw
connections and make sure that both sides
are adjusted equally!
After each adjustment, please re-tighten all screw connections!
A
Front Rear
B
C
D

16 4. Handling of wheels.
4.5 Clothing guard – removable
Alongside the fixed clothing guard, the clothing gu-
ard can also be supplied as a removable guard to
achieve a more compact transport size. This is done
by loosening the two knurled screws (A). Pay atten-
tion to a tight fit when mounting the clothing guard!
5. Accessories.
5.1 Tilting device
Using the tilting device, the accompanying person
can tilt the chassis easier, e.g. to drive over a kerb.
The tilting device is mounted in the rear, lower frame
tube.
5.2 Swing-away anti-tip mechanism
The swing-away anti tip mechanism the chassis
from tipping back.
Note: When driving over steps or curbs, the anti
tip mechanism must be swung in 180° to the front
to avoid touching the ground. Briefly press the bar
down and then turn 180° inwards - the bar auto-
matically clicks into place again with the spring.
Swinging back takes place in the same way.
A
A

17 5. Accessories.
5.3 Knee lever brake
The knee lever brake serves as a parking
brake. Check that the brakes are in perfect
working order and check the air pressure in
the rear wheels before each use. The brake
is applied in the direction of travel by swin-
ging the brake lever. The correct distance
between the tyres and brake is important for
the correct function of the brake. It should be
approx. 2 cm with the brake released. This
size can vary somewhat depending on the
tyre pressured or the type of tyre used.
Guide:
The tyres should always be pressed in lightly
by the applied brake. It is possible to adjust
the brake by release the two Allen screws
on the clamping block (A). Firmly tighten the
screws again.
5.4 Footrests
There are dierent footrest variants for freddy.,
which are fixed to the seat frame at the base
plate for external adapters. After inserting the
kneeangle inthefootboardadapterunder the
base plate and setting the depth, the foot-
rest is tightened with the two wind screws (B).
The knee angle can be adjusted and the
lower leg length individually adapted. Foot
benches can be folded up and the angle
adjusted depending on the variant. Tighten
the corresponding screw connections after
all adjustments. In addition, there are two
further footrest versions. The first can be ad-
justed in height and width and can be pivo-
ted. The second has additional knee angle
adjustment and is equipped with calf plates.
The pivot point of the angle adjustment has
been adapted to the physiological knee joint.
B
B
A

18 6. Adapter systems.
freddy. is prepared to accommodate a seat unit or seat pan. The seat
adapter represents the connection point.
6.1 Seat pan adapter, standard
1. Insert the adapter into the rear
tube of the seat pan support.
2. Fold down the adapter until it
meets the front tube.
3. Here the patented closure
engages automatically. Now tighten the
knurled knob
of the patented closure.
When removing the seat pan, untwist the knurled head first and when it
is pulled downwards, the connection between the adapter and seat pan
adapter is released. The pan can now be taken o.
6.2 Seat pan adapter, trapezoidal shape
Place the seat pan with the trapezoi-
dal shaped mounted adapter piece
on the trapezoidal shaped seat pan
adapter plate and push back. The
patented closure automatically clicks
into place. Now tighten the knur-
led head (A) of the patented closure.
When removing the seat pan, untwist
the knurled head (A) first and when it
is pulled downwards, the connection
between the adapter and seat pan
adapter is released. The pan can now
be pulled away to the front.
Tighten the knurled head after assembly of the seat pan!
A

19 6. Adapter systems.
6.3 Seat plate assembly
Transfer the hole pattern of the tra-
pezoidal adapter onto the seal pan
body and mount the seat plate with
four M6 countersunk screws (strength
class 8.8) onto the trapezoidal ad-
apter. Please use M6 self-locking nuts
(min. strength class 8) to fasten. If using
push-in nuts in the seat place, plea-
se secure the screws (e.g. with Loctite)
against becoming loose due to vibra-
tions and impacts!
When assembling a seat pan make sure that the seat pan body (back and seat
plate) is made of a minimum of 3 mm aluminium sheet. Also make sure that no
sharp edges remain on the pan body.

20 7. Cleaning and servicing.
7.1 Cleaning and disinfecting
7.1.1 Cleaning
Please clean all frame elements regularly with a spon-
ge or damp cloth; making sure that water droplets are
removed. Please clean with a mild household deter-
gent for severer dirt. Thorough drying of the cleaned
areas is important.
All fabrics that cannot be removed can be wiped with
a moist cloth. For all removable fabrics please pay at-
tention to the sewn-in care labels (such as A+ B) on the
respective element.
Please also pay attention to our general clea-
ning and hygiene advice. This can be found at
www.schuchmann.de/mediathek.
7.1.2 Disinfection
Various products can be used for surface disinfection of metal and plastic
parts.
Liquid disinfectants are available as ready-to-use solutions that are spray-
ed on and evenly applied with a soft cloth. Alternatively, wipes pre-soaked
with disinfectant can be used to wipe the products over the entire surface.
In both cases, care must be taken to ensure complete wetting. Disinfection
in fully automatic disinfection systems is also possible and recommended.
The exposure times may vary and can be found in the manufacturer's ins-
tructions for the products used.
7.2 Servicing
Please carry out a visual inspection on a daily basis and regularly check
the product for cracks, breaks, missing parts and malfunctions. In case of a
defect or malfunction, please contact the specialist dealer who supplied
you with the product (see Point 10.5).
7.3 Maintenance
For reasons of user safety and to retain product liability, the product must
be subjected to maintenance by a specialist dealer at least once a year
(see Point 10.5). The maintenance work carried out must be documented in
the maintenance plan (see Point 7.3.2).
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Obermaterial/
top cloth/dessus:
100% Polyester
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