Specialised Orthotic Services Baby Jogger User manual
USER’S MANUAL
ALL USER’S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE
OF THIS DOCUMENTAND ITS CONTENT
ISSUE 2
Baby Jogger
City Select Stroller
|CLASS 1 DEVICE
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Index
CONTENTS PAGE
Index 1
Introduction 2
Parking Brake Operation 2
Stability of City Select and Seating Systems 3
Recommendations on Transport 4
Safety Guidelines for Transportation 5
Transportation 6 - 8
WTORS Manufacturers 8
1.0 User’s Guide “Preparing City Select Stroller For Use”
1.1 Unfolding the City Select Stroller 9
1.2 Attaching the Wheels 10
1.3 Quick Fold 11
1.4 Front Castor Swivel Lock 12
1.5 Attaching & Releasing Seating Systems 13
1.6 Seat Tilt Operation 14
1.7 Handle Height Adjustment 14
1.8 Net Basket Fitting & Removal 15
1.9 Sun/Rain Canopy Fitting & Removal 16 & 17
2.0 User’s Guide “Placing the Client”
2.1 Seating the Client when Using the City Select Stroller 18
2.2 Removing the Client from the Seating System 18
3.0 User’s Guide “Manoeuvring The City Select Stroller”
3.1 Pushing the City Select Stroller 19
4.0 User’s Guide “Looking After The City Select Stroller”
4.1 Cleaning 20
4.2 Maintenance 20
If You Detect a Fault or Breakage 21
CONTACT DETAILS Backpage
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CITY SELECT STROLLER
Introduction
This• Users Guide for the City Select Stroller is designed to give guidance on its use
and maintenance.
The
• maximum load is 23kg, this is the combined weight of the client and seating
system
The
• City Select Stroller would have been supplied with a SOS special seating system.
To
• make sure that placing a seating system in the City Select Stroller does not render
it unstable, it is recommended that when handing the City Select Stroller and seating
systemovertotheclientitistestedforstabilityandaCerticateofComplianceis
issued to verify that the level of stability is satisfactory (for more details regarding
stability of wheelchair & seating systems, see page 3).
When
• used in transport the whole system MUSTbesecurelyfastenedtotheoorof
the vehicle (WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWNS) and the vehicles safety belts (OCCUPANT
RESTRAINT)MUST be used in conjunction with the seating systems straps. (See
Guidelines for Transportation on pages 4 - 8)
The
• City Select Stroller has been tested to and conforms to the transport requirements
asspeciedinISO7176-19:2001.
The
• maintenance and safety instructions described in the manual must be adhered
to. By following these instructions you will be ensuring correct use of the City Select
Stroller and its safety in use.
It
• is also important to read the ‘Seating System User Manual’ with regard to general
use, transportation use and maintenance.
Operating the Parking Brake
To• engageparkingbrake:Gentlypullbrakeleverintouprightpositionuntilitclicksinto
place. (Fig.1).
To
• releaseparkingbrake:Pinchgraytabsandpulltowardsyou(Fig.2).Pushbrake
lever down until it is parallel with the frame.
Fig.1 Fig.2
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Stability of City Select Stroller and Seating Systems
To• ensure that the City Select Stroller and Seating System are safe to use, it is
importantthatttingtheSeatingSystemtotheStrollerdoesnotmaketheunit
unstable. Each City Select Stroller when handed over to the user should be tested for
staticstabilitytothespeciedangleof12degrees(Fig.1).
If
• is also recommended that any
additional items to be used with the
seat and stroller are in place when the
test is done.
The
• stability test is always done
with the client seated in the seating
system and all equipment to be used
by the client on a daily basis when in
the City Select Stroller in situ.
Once
• the test has been successfully
completed,aStabilityCerticatewill
be issued by Specialised Orthotic
Services Limited. Acopy of this
certicatewillbehandedoverwhen
the equipment is supplied and should
be kept with the user manual for
future reference.
The
• City Select Stroller is not to be
used with any other Seating System(s) than those for which it has been stability
tested and proven safe for use.
Always
• steer clear of obstacles where possible.
When
• using the equipment never attempt to climb or descend an incline where
the surface is rough, wet or slippery (gravel, loose chippings, grass, rain, ice,
snow, etc).
WARNING:
• Whilst the client is seated in the wheelchair, the attachment of any
heavy object to the wheelchair (i.e. shopping bags etc.) will have a serious effect
on the overall stability of the wheelchair and may place the safety of the client at
risk.
12°
Fig.1
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Recommendations for the
Transportation of City Select Stroller & Seating Systems
The following information is intended to give guidance with regard to the use
City Select Strollers & Seating Systems by wheelchair users and carers during
transportation.
Specialised
• Orthotic Services Ltd have carried out extensive investigations into the
suitability of the City Select Stroller for transportation use and has established clear
guidelines for users.
Following
• these investigations the following user information is intended to give
guidance to users of the City Select Stroller & Seating Systems regarding the use of
the equipment during transportation.
As• part of the assessment process, transportation requirements will be assessed.
This information will be of interest to all parties involved in the daily management of
the wheelchair user (Relatives, Carers, Support Staff, Healthcare Professionals and
Transport Service Providers).
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General Safety Guidelines for
Wheelchair User Transportation
All wheelchair / buggy users should transfer to vehicle seats whenever possible.•
The• City Select Stroller is designed to be forward facing when used for transportation
of the client in an adapted motor vehicle and users should not travel with the buggy at
an angle or facing sideways to the direction of travel.
There
• shouldbesufcientfreespacearoundthebuggyandusertoavoidthe
user making contact with other vehicle occupants, unpadded parts of the vehicle,
accessories or W.T.O.R.S. anchor points.
It
• is important to apply brakes during transport.
Mobility
• equipment should not block gangways and exits for other passengers in the
vehicle.
A
• headrest should be provided for use when travelling in a vehicle where other seated
passengers have headrests.
Do
• not place / hang any additional items onto the stroller during transportation such as
shopping bags and holdalls.
Trays
• should be removed for transportation and secured separately in the vehicle
or be secured to the stroller but positioned away from the occupant with energy-
absorbing padding placed between the tray and the occupant.
Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint System
(W.T.O.R.S.)
Secure methods for the safe retention of mobility equipment have been developed and• are used on a regular basis to secure wheelchairs/buggies during transportation use.
These
• systems are now commonly referred to as W.T.O.R.S.
Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems
There are many types of W.T.O.R.S. available from various manufacturers; a list of• some manufacturers is given on page 8). Refer to your Seating System Manufacturers
Handbook for details of their particular recommendations.
Please
• note that all lap /chest belts and harnesses supplied with the seating system
are notsufcientforoccupantrestraintwhentheequipmentisusedonamoving
vehicle and additional Occupant Restraint is required.
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1. TRANSPORTATION
When ever possible the user should be removed from the seating system and secured•
inthevehiclesxedseats.
When
• not in use for transportation the seating system & City Select Stroller should be
disassembledandxedintheluggageareaofthevehicle.
1.1. TRANSPORTATION OF THE CLIENT SEATED IN THE CITY SELECT
STROLLER SEATING UNIT.
Transportation• of the user with the seating system can be done when used
in conjunction with a “Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint System”
(W.T.O.R.S.) and the SOS Baby Jogger Transportation Kit. The Stroller has been
tested using a 4-point tie down system.
Push
• the wheelchair into the vehicle via a ramp when ever possible.
Apply
• the rear brakes (Fig.1.1a). Please Note: The Stroller & seating system can be
safely transported at any angle of tilt as long as the seat belt can be located correctly
over the shoulder.
Attach
• the W.T.O.R.S. to the front cross beam
(Fig.1.1b).
Attach
• the W.T.O.R.S. to the rear tie down points
(Fig.1.1c). Note:Thesearenotttedasstandard
and can be purchased seperately if required.
Attach
• apermanentlyxedvehicleseatbelt
around the client and wheelchair.
Please
• refer to the W.T.O.R.S. manufacturers
handbookforcorrectttingandadjustment
for both the client and passengers safety.
Never
• move the vehicle without applying:
Thei) wheelchair brakes.
Correctlytted&adjustedW.T.O.R.S.ii) Vehicle seat belt around the client & wheelchair.iii)
Fig.1.1b Fig.1.1c
Fig.1.1a
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1.2. WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWN SYSTEM
• Wheelchair users should not travel in cars, taxis or minibuses, unless the
wheelchair is tied down.
Please
• refer to your City Select Stroller & Seating System users guides for information
regarding the recommended wheelchair tie down system to be used.
Only
• theSeatingSystemspeciedforusewiththeCitySelectStrollercanbeused.
1.3. OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Wheelchair• users should not travel in cars, taxis or minibuses, unless an
occupant restraint system is in place on the client.
For
• any client to be transported safely in the Seating System and City Select Stroller, it
is essential that an Occupant Restraint System be used.
SOS
• have proven during crash tests on City
Select Stroller (Fig.1.3a) that transporting any
client on a moving vehicle without an approved
occupant restraint system is extremely dangerous
and will place THE CLIENT AT GREAT RISK.
It
• is important that the Occupant Restraint
System is positioned correctly as most clients
using Special Seating will be dependent on
carers for correct placement of the occupant
restraint.
Consideration
• should be given to the most
suitable type and positioning of restraint for the
user, both in normal travel and during an impact.
The
• Occupant Restraint should have a clear
path from the user to the anchor point
(Fig.1.3b), and should not be held
away from the body and should not
be interfered with by any part of the
vehicle, City Select Stroller, seating or
accessory (Fig.1.3c).
Fig.1.3c
RESTRAINTS SHOULD
NOT BE HELD AWAY FROM
BODY BY WHEELCHAIR
COMPONENTS SUCH
AS ARMRESTS
OR WHEELS
Fig.1.3b
PELVIC RESTRAINTS SHOULD
MAKE FULL CONTACT
ACROSS THE FRONT OF
THE BODY NEAR
THE JUNCTION OF
THE THIGH
AND PELVIS
Fig.1.3a
1.4. STOWAGE OF THE CITY SELECT STROLLER AND SEATING SYSTEM
During• use of your Special Seating System it may be necessary for you to remove the
Seating System and stow this along with the City Select Stroller in a vehicle.
It
• is important to realise that these items pose a risk if not adequately restrained
whilst in transit.
It
• is notadequatetosimplyplacetheitemsintoacarbootortheoorofanopen
vehicle such as an MPV or estate car as in a collision these unsecured items could
cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
Various
• retention methods are available to secure such equipment during transit, and
once again the list of Wheelchair Restraint System Manufacturers in this booklet will
be happy to advise on this matter (see below).
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W.T.O.R.S MANUFACTURERS
Below are details of some Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems
manufacturers.
UNWIN SAFETY
SYSTEMS Unwin House
The Horseshoe
Coat Road
Martock
Somerset
TA12 6EY
TEL:01935827740
FAX:01935827760
EMail:sales@unwin-safety.co.uk
KOLLER
ENGINEERING LTD Unit 5, Garrett Road
Lynx Trading Estate
Yeovil
Somerset
BA20 2TJ
TEL:01935426695
FAX:01935433766
EMaiI:enquiries@koller.co.uk
QSTRAINT
(EUROPE) 72 - 76
John Wilson Business Park
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 3QT
TEL:01227773035
FAX:01227770035
EMaiI:[email protected]
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USER GUIDE 1.0
PREPARING THE CITY SELECT STROLLER FOR USE
1.1. UNFOLDING THE CITY SELECT STROLLER
Unsnap• storage lock from around the frame (Fig.1.1a).
Pull
• bottom of frame up and away from handlebar (Fig.1.1b), the stroller frame will
click into place (Fig.1.1c).
Fig.1.1a
Fig.1.1b Fig.1.1c
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1.2. ATTACHING THE WHEELS
To• installfrontwheel:Liftupslightlyonthefrontleftportionofthestrollerframe.Align
the round opening on the wheel mount with the front wheel axle. Slide the front wheel
into opening until it clicks into place (Fig.1.2a). Repeat on other side.
To
• removefrontwheel:Pressgraytabonfrontwheelmount(Fig.1.2b),andslidefront
wheel out.
To• installrearwheel:Gentlyslidetherearwheel’saxleintotheholeinframeuntilthe
wheel clicks into place (Fig.1.2c).
To• removerearwheel:Simplypressthewheelbuttonwhilegentlyslidingthewheel
away from the frame (Fig.1.2d).
Fig.1.2a Fig.1.2b
Fig.1.2c Fig.1.2d
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1.3. QUICK FOLD
The• Stroller can be folded quickly with the seat removed, without removing the wheels,
etc.
To
• foldstroller:Removechildfromseatandremoveseatingsystem.Pulluponboth
fold handles at the same time with a gentle tug (Fig.1.3a). The stroller will swing into
the folded position (Fig.1.3b).
Snap
• storage lock around frame to prevent frame from opening when carrying or
storing (Fig.1.3c).
Fig.1.3a Fig.1.3b
Fig.1.3c
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1.4. LOCKING/UNLOCKING FRONT CASTOR’S SWIVEL LOCK
To• engagestationarywheel:Slidegraylever,locatedabovefrontwheel,totheleft
(Fig.1.4a). Repeat on opposite side
To
• engageswivelwheel:Slidegraylever,locatedabovethefrontwheel,totherightto
engage swivel (Fig.1.4b). Repeat on opposite wheel.
Fig.1.4bFig.1.4a
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1.5. ATTACHING/REMOVING THE SEAT
To• placeseatonframe:Alignseatadaptorbracketswithmountingbracketsonstroller
frame (Fig.1.5a).
Slide
• seat into brackets until it clicks into place (Fig.1.5b). Ensure both sides of seat
are securely fastened into frame before use.
Toremoveseat:PressgraytabsonAdaptorBracketsandpullup
• (Fig.1.5c).
Please
• refer to handbooks supplied with your seating system for any additional
securitydevices(i.e.RetainingStraps)thatneedtobettedpriortoclientuse.
Fig.1.5b
Fig.1.5c
Fig.1.5a
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1.6. SEAT TILT OPERATION
Squeeze• lever located under the top of the seat (Fig.1.6a & 1.6b).
Pull down to lower seat and pull up to raise seat
• (Fig.1.6c), until it clicks into the
desired position.
1.7. PUSH HANDLE HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
To• adjusthandlelength:Simplysqueeze
gray button on handle and slide the
handle up or down to the desired length
(Fig.1.7a).
When
• in position release the button.
Fig.1.6b
Fig.1.7a
Fig.1.6c
Fig.1.6a
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1.8. NET BASKET FITTING
Fasten• top snaps of basket around middle support bar of stroller frame and the bottom
snaps of basket around side support bars of stroller frame (Fig.1.8a).
Hook
• the top front plastic loop over the metal knob on the front of the frame (Fig.1.8b).
Repeat on opposite side.
Hook
• lower front loop around hook behind front wheel mount (Fig.1.8c).
Be
• careful not to overload the carrier especially with loose items as these may
lodge in the wheels causing instability.
Fig.1.8a Fig.1.8b
Fig.1.8c
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Fig.1.9a
Fig.1.9c
Fig.1.9b
Fig.1.9d
1.9. SUN/RAIN CANOPY FITTING
To•attachcanopytoframe:Attachcanopybracketstosidesofseatframe(Fig.1.9a.
Remove•the rain canopy from it’s bag.
Unfold the rain canopy and hook over the sunshade as shown (Fig.1.9c).•
Pul•l the rear panel down between the Stroller handles and hook the front of the rain
canopyaroundthefootboxontheseatingsystem(iftted).
Hook•the two velcro straps around the rear uprights (Fig.1.9d) and the front frame
(Fig.1.9e). Repeat for other side.
Correctly•ttedraincanopyasshown (Fig.1.9f)
Removal•is a reversal of the above.
Please
• ensure the retaining straps are released BEFORE folding/removing to
prevent damage to the rain canopy.
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Fig.1.9e Fig.1.9f
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USER GUIDE 2.0
2.1. PLACING CLIENT INTO SEATING IN CITY SELECT STROLLER
Apply• rear wheel brakes.
Set
• tilt in the required position.
Make
• sure all client retaining straps are outside of seating system this will avoid the
client sitting on them when placed in the seat.
Lower
• the client into the Stroller using a hoist (Please refer to your hoist ”operators
manual”).
Manually
• lifting the client is not recommended.
With
• some clients it may not be possible to hoist them safely by conventional
means and in instances such as this you are recommended to carry out a ‘RISK
ASSESSMENT’ to assess the risks involved in any such action. (It is important that
all carers are aware of the Health & Safety guidelines for ‘Lifting and Handling’).
Secure
• allstraps/harness(iftted)&tightenifnecessary(Pleaserefertoyour
“special seating users manual”).
2.2. REMOVING THE CLIENT FROM SEAT IN CITY SELECT STROLLER
Apply• rear wheel brakes.
Set
• tilt(iftted)intheuprightposition.
Remove
• allstraps/harness(iftted)&placeoutsideofseatingsystem(Pleasereferto
your “special seating users manual”).
Using
• a hoist lift the client from the seating system (for manual lifting please refer to
section 2.1).
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USER GUIDE 3.0
3.1. PUSHING THE CITY SELECT STROLLER
Apply• rear wheel brakes & make sure client is comfortable/securely seated in the
Stroller (see user guide 2.0).
Set
• tilt to suit the clients needs & adjust handlebar height.
Release
• rearwheelbrakes(note:alwaysapplyrearwheelbrakeswhenstationaryfor
long periods of time).
Push
• the Stroller by using both hands on the handlebar provided to prevent instability
and erratic steering.
Never
• let go of the Stroller unless rear wheel brakes are applied.
Always
• look well ahead to avoid any hazards and to prevent any sudden
directional changes.
Never
• push the Stroller above walking pace or turn suddenly to prevent
distressing the client or causing harm to passers by.
Never
• allow anything to hang near or on the wheels (i.e. Clothing, clients
equipment, etc.).
Never
• hang anything on the back of the Stroller (i.e. Bags, coats, etc.) as this
could cause instability during use.
The
• Stroller should only be used by the client it was supplied for and NO other
person.
Always• use both hands when tilting the Stroller.
Never• tilt the Stroller too far back as to make it unstable.
Never• approach the kerb at an angle, always approach straight to prevent one side
lowering before the other causing sideways instability.
If• possible always place the Stroller in the reverse position to drop down a kerb.
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