Corzo Stroller
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1. STIONS AFTER YOU HAVE READ THE USER GUIDE PLEASE CONTACT MEDIFAB RETAIN THE USER GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND FOR OTHER BUGGY ATTENDANTS Meditab Corzo Stroller User Manual Page 2 SAFETY NOTES e Please read this user guide fully before using your stroller e Expert medical advice must be sought before using your stroller If you have any doubt about this speak to your Occupational Therapist e Before using the stroller it is essential to check that the Frame Catch is locked and that the Tilt in space mechanism and the seat recline are tightened e Each attendant should be familiar with the operation of the stroller If there is any doubt they should read this User Guide e Before setting off ensure that the occupant is comfortable and that clothes and rugs are tucked in so that they do not catch on the wheels e Always apply the parking brake when the stroller is stationary and when getting in and out of the stroller e Never tip the stroller forward when going down a kerb e If the stroller is going to be used for transport in a vehicle you should carefully read the Transport Section of this User Guide e The attendant must take precautions against fire risk In buildings check the locations of fire exits and make sure the emergency procedures are understood e Do not let children play with or hang on the stroller Do not use your stroller in a manner for which it is not designed e Ensure that children are clear of mo2. The rear wheels are braked individually The brake Is applied by pulling the lever down This brings the brake bar firmly down onto the wheel When parking make sure that you have applied the brake on both sides of the stroller BRAKE OFF BRAKE ON FIVE POINT HARNESS Before loading release all of the harness buckles Sit the occupant in the buggy and adjust the lap belt to be close fitting but comfortable The lap belt is passed through the fifth point if required Adjust the height of the shoulder strap position to pass through the backrest level with or above the occupanrt s shoulder Adjust the length of the shoulder straps so that they are close fitting GETTING INTO THE BUGGY Make sure that that the parking brakes are on Remove the footrest or fold the footrest over to one side Either ask another helper to steady the buggy by holding the handle or place the handles up against a wall to minimize the risk of tipping Place the child in the buggy and fasten the harness Replace and adjust the footrest to suit the occupant Ihe occupant should always feel comfortable and secure in the buggy Meditab Corzo Stroller User Manual Page 5 GETTING OUT OF THE BUGGY Make sure that the parking brakes are on Reverse the procedure for getting into the buggy NEGOTIATING A KERB OR SINGLE STEP To go down a kerb approach the kerb until the front wheels are near the edge Grip the handles firmly and tip the buggy backwards to
3. balance on the rear wheels Lower the buggy over the kerb on the rear wheels returning the front wheels to the ground when you have reached the lower level NEVER TIP A BUGGY FORWARDS AT THE KERB ALWAYS MAKE USE OF RAMPS AND LIFTS IF THEY ARE AVAILABLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MOUNT A FLIGHT OF STAIRS OR STEPS OCCUPIED TRANSPORT The Corzo has been crash tested in accordance with ISO7176 part 19 The method of restraint is shown in the picture below We recommend the use of a 4 point wheelchair tie down system Qstraint or similar The front restraints are attached to the bottom of the cross brace at the front of the buggy he rear restraints are attached to the red bracket on the rear of the frame The front restraints are attached first and the rear restraints are used TO tighten up and secure the buggy Meditab Corzo Stroller User Manual Page 6 The Occupant restraint is fitted passing the lap belt through the side of the buggy making sure that a secure position is achieved over the pelvis The Shoulder Strap should be anchored at shoulder level as this is how it was crash tested CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Corzo Buggy has been designed and produced to a high standard With correct use and maintenance it will give you many years of trouble free service e Regularly check the catches locking devices and fixings on the buggy frame to ensure that they are secure and in good working order e Wheels and tyres are subjec
4. ifab cannot accept responsibility for any loss damage or injury resulting from the incorrect operation of your stroller OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPENING THE FOLDED BUGGY Stand the buggy up on its wheels Undo the frame clip 6 Hold a push handle 18 and push the seat base tube away from you This should cause the buggy to unfold Press firmly down on the seat base tubes to make sure that the frame is fully open Lock the rear frame locking strut 28 and the folding footrest The 38cm seat has an extra seat brace below the seat Push down firmly on this TO lock in position Wrap the armrest padding around the armrest frame and secure with Velcro 4 FOLDING THE BUGGY Reverse the instructions above The picture shows the action for folding the Duggy FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT When you first receive the buggy the footrest may have been separated To install the footrest unfold the buggy apply the brakes and release the lever handles 3 Slide the footrest rails into the lower front frame pressing the push pins in to allow entry The push pins will locate in the lowest footrest position If a higher position is required press the push pins in and set to the desired Meditab Corzo Stroller User Manual Page 4 height Secure the lever handles 3 in this position The footrest should be removed while loading This can be done partially by removing one rail and folding the footrest to one side OPERATING THE BRAKE
5. medifab Corzo Stroller Therapist and Carer manual R Medifab Medical Fabrication Australia 26 Pardoe Street Devonport TAS 7310 New Zealand Allens Road Ashburton 7700 Call 1300 543 343 AU e 0800 543 343 NZ www medifab com e info medifab com ABN 49 828 922 466 CONTENTS Introduction Safety Notes Operating Instructions Occupied Transport Care amp Maintenance N O 2B G M INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Corzo User Guide The Corzo Buggy has been designed to transport children with a variety of special needs The aim was to provide a solution easy handling of the buggy The Corzo is lightweight using steel on the critical areas and aluminium in less critical areas of the frame All Corzos have cross country wheels which assist in getting off the beaten track The polyester fabric seat is not suitable for use as a seating system for long term use Once the journey has finished the occupant should transfer to a seat giving good postural support The Corzo has been crash tested in accordance with ISO7176 part 19 This means that it can be used for occupied transport in a vehicle Please study the transport section at the back of this guide We hope that you will enjoy using your Corzo Buggy If you have any questions please contact Medifab on 0800 543 343 NZ or 1300 543 343 Australia PLEASE READ THIS USER GUIDE BEFORE USING YOUR BUGGY FOR THE FIRST TIME IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUE
6. t to wear Replacement work must be done by a qualified rehabilitation engineer e We recommend that your buggy is checked once a year by a qualified rehabilitation engineer e Any damage or repairs should be assessed by a qualified rehabilitation engineer or should be returned to your dealer e Only genuine parts supplied by Medifab should be used e Regular lubrication of moving parts will extend the life of your buggy Use a spray lubricant and wipe off any excess spray e Wheels and other plastic or metal parts may be sponged clean with warm water and a mild detergent e The fabric covers must be wiped clean with water no hotter than 30 degrees centigrade e Never clean with abrasive cleaner ammonia based bleach based or spirit based cleaners e After exposure to damp conditions dry off your buggy with a soft cloth and leave unfolded in a warm dry environment e Store your buggy in a dry safe place Meditab Corzo Stroller User Manual Page 7 Thank Yon For choosing To work with MMediPab We believe in Shaping Better Lives through Consistency of Care IF Jor is anything that we can be of help with please do not hesitate to contact the friendly team here Medifab Medical Fabrication 7 9 Allens Road Ashburton 7700 New Zealand 26 Pardoe Street Devonport TAS 7310 Australia AU 1300 543 343 NZ 0800 543 343 www medifab com info medifab com ABN 49 828 922 466
7. ving parts before making adjustments Medifab cannot accept responsibility for the use of accessories other than those supplied by us e Full concentration must be maintained during travel to avoid collisions or other dangerous situations e Make sure that the stroller brakes are applied while adjusting the recline or the tilt of the seat This will leave both hands free to operate these features avoiding sudden movements which will cause discomfort to the occupant e The seat base attachment must not be released while the stroller is occupied Make sure that the seat is empty before removing the seat or changing its direction of travel e Do not overload the stroller Other children should not ride on the back of the stroller and loads should not be attached to the frame other than on the approved accessories e Ensure that the occupant has the appropriate harness attached and adjusted to prevent them from falling out of the stroller while travelling Meditab Corzo Stroller User Manual Page 3 The occupant bar should also be fitted The attendant should know how to fit adjust and release these features e Do not stand on the footrest The footrest should be folded whilst loading e Never leave the child unattended in the stroller even for the shortest time e At all times when operating the stroller be aware of the danger of injury TO yourself the occupant or any other person especially when going through doorways Med
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