USER MANUAL - Movement Special Needs
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1. N Fi SR A Y us I N NN Wea DU y ENGLISH movement NF WALKER 4 made for CONTENT NF walker Introduction Intended use 2 1 Contraindications Warnings safety Using NF Walker 4 1 Period of use 4 2 Getting the user into NF Walker 4 2 1 Shoes 4 2 2 Preparatory steps 4 2 3 Getting the user into the brace 4 2 4 Securing the user 4 2 5 Getting the user onto the chassis without lifting straps 4 2 6 Getting the user onto the chassis using lifting straps Ol O1 01 02 02 02 03 03 03 Ue 04 05 06 4 3 Getting the user out of NF Walker 4 3 1 Without lifting straps 4 3 2 Using lifting straps Equipment and adjustments 5 1 Individual adjustment 5 2 Extra equipment Technical information 6 1 Data and dimensions for NF Walker M5 6 2 Tests and approvals for NF Walker M5 6 3 Data and dimensions for NF Walker XR5 6 4 Tests and approvals for NF Walker XR5 Waste disposal Cleaning and maintenance Warranty 07 07 08 09 09 09 10 10 10 11 11 11 LZ 12 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing an NF Walker aid Everyone has the right to be able to move around and at Made for Movement we make it our mission to offer opportunities for movement to people with restricted movement or who are only able to move on their own to a limited extent NF Walker offers users with limited ability to stand or walk independently the opportun2. specially adjusted Must be stored in a dry place Must not be adjusted by persons not qualified Must be appropriately secured during transport to do so so as to avoid transport damage or damage to the Must not be used without regular follow ups interior of the vehicle Make sure that there is always a piece of clothing between the user s skin and places on the body that are in contact with the product This is important to minimise the risk of allergic reactions and to prevent blisters during use All the materials used in NF Walker have however been tested and approved as non allergenic 4 USING THE NF WALKER 4 1 PERIOD OF USE How long an individual should use NF Walker is assessed on the basis of physical condition and state of health The user s therapist doctor is responsible for assessing usage on a regular basis 4 2 GETTING THE USER INTO NF WALKER The following section assumes that NF Walker has been adjusted for the user by an aid consultant from Made for Movement or another qualified person approved by Made for Movement The user s carers should also have undergone the necessary training in using the product The information below describes a number of methods for getting the user into and out of NF Walker 4 2 1 SHOES NF Walker must only be used with shoes compatible with the Made for Movement shoe clips supplied by Made for Movement Check regularly to ensure that the shoes sandals are a good fit Ensure that you tighten
3. lifting loops to the hoist inner or outer loop depending on weight of the user Once the user is in a safe position loosen all the straps and the shoe clips Roll the user NB The lifting straps must be inside the chest on to one side and remove the brace belt and on the front of the user s shoulders gt EQUIPMENT AND ADJUSIMENTS 5 1 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENT NF Walker is a personal aid and must only be used by the person for whom it has been specially adjusted NF Walker must only ever be adjusted by aid consultants from Made for Movement or other qualified persons approved by Made for Movement NF Walker requires regular follow ups normally three times a year NF Walker must only be used with shoes compatible with the Made for Movement shoe clips supplied by Made for Movement 5 2 EXTRA EQUIPMENT Various items of standard extra equipment are available for NF Walker such as a table support handle head support steering abduction joint etc customised extra equipment may also be used For more detailed information please contact Made for Movement or visit www madeformovement com 6 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 6 1 DATA AND DIMENSIONS FOR NF WALKER M5 Max weight of user 50 kg Height of user 70 1 50 cm 6 2 TESTS AND APPROVALS FOR NF WALKER M5 CE marked in accordance with the Medical Devices Directive 93 42 EEC TUV approved in accordance with EN 1985 1999 and EN ISO 11199 2 2000 10 11 6 3 DATA AND DIME
4. the laces Velcro so that the shoes fit snugly If you are in any doubt as to the appropriate type of shoe size contact Made for Movement 4 2 2 PREPARATORY STEPS Remove the brace from the chassis and place on a mat or firm surface Ensure all the buckles are undone before placing the user in the brace 4 2 3 GETTING THE USER INTO THE BRACE The user canbe moved using a hoist or lifted into the brace and positioned as illustrated The user s pelvis should be placed inthe centre of the bottom broad strap the hip belt 4 2 4 SECURING THE USER Fasten the shoes to the brace first Avoid folding the trousers at the front of the leg before fastening the calf bow Bend the user s knee and hold the heel down in order to avoid pressure marks Tighten the strap on the calf bow securely Bend the brace at the knee joint place the It should be sufficiently tight that the carer can only get one finger between the two fasteners in the notch and screw tight calf bow and the back of the user s leg when the user is in the standing position Check that the pelvis is horizontal Pull the chest straps gently to ensure the user is secure in the belt then tighten before fastening the hip belt the belt Don t forget to secure the yellow safety strap 4 2 5 GETTING THE USER ONTO THE CHASSIS WITHOUT LIFTING STRAPS Hold down the button on the pelvic plate and lower the quick bolt into the hole on the column Roll the user
5. NSIONS FOR NF WALKER XR5 Max Height 1260 mm Max Length 1070 mm Max weight of user 80 kg Height of user 1 30 1 80 m 6 4 TESTS AND APPROVALS FOR NF WALKER XR5 CE marked in accordance with the Medical Devices Directive 93 42 EEC T V approved in accordance with EN 1985 1999 and EN ISO 11199 2 2000 WASTE DISPOSAL All parts of NF Walker are recyclable The brace and chassis should be delivered to an approved waste disposal site Straps elastics padding and buckles can be treated as ordinary waste NF WALKER USER MANUAL ENGLISH CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NF Walker should be cleaned using a cloth dampened in mild soapy water Do not use solvents high pressure washers or other aggressive cleaning methods The same applies to straps and padding If NF Walker is used outdoors any sand and dirt should be brushed off after use Check regularly to ensure all buckles elastics and straps are intact Check that all the joints of the brace are moving freely and that the wheels are rolling as they should Check for loose screws and tighten if necessary Do not change the settings this should only be done by qualified staff 9 WARRANTY Made for Movement provides a two year warranty on all new NF Walkers The warranty does not cover additional equipment produced by a company other than Made for Movement The following criteria must be satisfied in order for the warranty to be valid e Adjustment and servicing ha
6. ity of dynamic standing walking and movement NF Walker can be adjusted to suit the needs of most users These instructions provide an introduction to using NF Walker Z INTENDED USE NF Walker is an aid intended to allow dynamic standing walking and movement NF Walker M5 is suitable for persons between 70 cm and 1 50 m with a maximum weight of 50 kg NF Walker XR5 is suitable for persons between 1 30 and 1 80 m with a maximum weight of 80 kg 2 1 CONTRAINDICATIONS The user s therapist doctor or the person prescribing NF Walker is in all cases responsible for evaluating any risks and benefits associated with using the aid The following should be observed in order to assess possible contraindications e Fixed contractures e Circulatory disorders e Unstable bone structure e Respiratory disorders e Open wounds on the skin in areas of e Heart complaints the body that come into contact with e Epilepsy parts of NF Walker 3 WARNINGS SAFETY NF Walker e Must only be used when the user is under the e Must only be used with shoes compatible with the supervision of a responsible person Particularly Made for Movement shoe clips supplied by Made close supervision is recommended when used for Movement outdoors because of uneven surfaces etc e Must be stored in such a way that children or e Is a personal aid and must not be used by unauthorised persons cannot use it as a toy persons for whom it has not been or tamper with the settings
7. onto one side and lift Fasten the elastics front and back then release the brake the user holding the brace 4 2 6 GETTING THE USER ONTO THE CHASSIS USING LIFTING STRAPS It is important that the lifting straps are inside the chest Lift the user using the hoist and lower onto the belt and on the front of the user s shoulders Fasten the chassis Check the user s position so that the lifting loops to the hoist inner or outer loop depending quick bolt goes into the hole on the column on weight of the user Hold down the button Fasten the elastics front and back then release the brake 4 3 GETTING THE USER OUT OF NF WALKER 4 3 1 WITHOUT LIFTING STRAPS Apply the brake and loosen the elastics front and back Stand alongside the user facing forwards Take hold of the hip bows and press the button using your thumb Support the child s upper body against your body and lift the child in the brace out of the chassis It is important to bend at the knees and use the large muscle groups for lifting Move the user toa firm surface or mat Once the user is in a safe position loosen all the straps and the shoe clips Roll the user on to one side and remove the brace 4 3 2 USING LIFTING STRAPS Apply the brake and loosen the elastics front and back Hold down the button and lift the user using the hoist The user is now free of the chassis and can be lifted onto a firm surface Fasten the
8. ve been carried out by Made for Movement or other qualified persons approved by Made for Movement e Repairs under warranty must be approved in advance by Made for Movement e NF Walker has undergone regular safety checks and servicing e NF Walker has been subjected to normal treatment and used as described in these instructions Should NF Walker not work satisfactorily contact Made for Movement direct by calling 47 35 50 51 20 or e mailing info no madeformovement com 12 ovement SPECIAL NEEDS Tel 971 551357837 45 25329386 info movementsn com www movementsn com Copyright 2011 Made for Movement Group All rights reserved Innowalk and NF Walker are trademarks of Made for Movement Group Photos are for illustrative purposes only and persons depicted may be
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