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Instructions for use (qualified personnel) ................................................................. 3
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Foreword1 5..............................................................................................................................................................
Product description2 5............................................................................................................................................
Function2.1 5..............................................................................................................................................
Product Overview2.2 6.................................................................................................................................
Intended use3 6........................................................................................................................................................
Indications for use3.1 6................................................................................................................................
Indications3.2 7...........................................................................................................................................
Contraindications3.3 7.................................................................................................................................
Qualification3.4 7.........................................................................................................................................
Service Life3.5 7..........................................................................................................................................
Safety4 7....................................................................................................................................................................
Explanation of warning symbols4.1 7..............................................................................................................
General safety instructions4.2 7.....................................................................................................................
Safety Instructions for Use4.3 8.....................................................................................................................
Safety instructions regarding maintenance and repairs4.4 8..............................................................................
Nameplate and warning labels4.5 8................................................................................................................
Nameplate4.5.1 8...........................................................................................................................................
Delivery5 8.................................................................................................................................................................
Scope of delivery5.1 8..................................................................................................................................
Options5.2 9...............................................................................................................................................
Storage5.3 9...............................................................................................................................................
Preparation for use6 9.............................................................................................................................................
Assembly6.1 9.............................................................................................................................................
Installing options/accessories7 11........................................................................................................................
Headrests7.1 11..........................................................................................................................................
Headrest supports7.1.1 11..............................................................................................................................
Integrated headrests7.1.2 11...........................................................................................................................
Individually adjustable head supports (with "shortened back insert" option)7.1.3 11...............................................
Safety belts7.2 12........................................................................................................................................
Strap guide7.2.1 12........................................................................................................................................
Lap belt with metal buckle7.2.2 13....................................................................................................................
Two-point children's lap belt 7.2.3 14................................................................................................................
Four-point children's lap belt7.2.4 16................................................................................................................
Four-point belt7.2.5 17....................................................................................................................................
Five-point belt7.2.6 19.....................................................................................................................................
Positioning aids7.3 21..................................................................................................................................
Thoracic supports7.3.1 21...............................................................................................................................
Abductor7.3.2 21............................................................................................................................................
Abductor with abductor extension7.3.3 22.........................................................................................................
Pelvic band7.3.4 22........................................................................................................................................
Chest and shoulder support7.3.5 22.................................................................................................................
Fixation vest7.3.6 24.......................................................................................................................................
Groin strap7.3.7 26.........................................................................................................................................
Neck support7.3.8 26......................................................................................................................................
Lumbar padding7.3.9 27.................................................................................................................................
Hook-and-loop foot straps7.3.10 27....................................................................................................................
Removable armrests7.4 28............................................................................................................................
Adjustable armrests7.5 28.............................................................................................................................
Tray7.6 28...................................................................................................................................................
Tray, height-adjustable7.6.1 28.........................................................................................................................
Tray with armrest attachment7.6.2 28................................................................................................................
Canopy adapter7.7 29..................................................................................................................................
Rain cover7.8 29..........................................................................................................................................
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Summer/winter slip sack7.9 29......................................................................................................................
Inlay for small children7.10 30.........................................................................................................................
Frame padding7.11 30...................................................................................................................................
Footrest padding7.12 30................................................................................................................................
Anti-slip lining7.13 30.....................................................................................................................................
Foot block for shortening the lower leg length7.14 31........................................................................................
Foam wedges for individual seating positions7.15 31.........................................................................................
Incontinence cover7.16 32..............................................................................................................................
Settings8 32..............................................................................................................................................................
Prerequisites8.1 32......................................................................................................................................
Basic functions of the Kimba Neo seating unit8.2 32........................................................................................
Adjusting the seat depth8.2.1 32......................................................................................................................
Adjusting the seat width8.2.2 33.......................................................................................................................
Adjusting the Back Height8.2.3 33....................................................................................................................
Further settings8.2.4 34..................................................................................................................................
Headrests8.3 34..........................................................................................................................................
Adjusting the headrest support8.3.1 34.............................................................................................................
Fitting the integrated headrests8.3.2 34.............................................................................................................
Adapting the individually adjustable head support (for shortened back)8.3.3 34......................................................
Positioning aids8.4 35..................................................................................................................................
Adjusting the thoracic supports8.4.1 35.............................................................................................................
Adjusting the abductor8.4.2 35.........................................................................................................................
Adjusting the chest and shoulder support8.4.3 35..............................................................................................
Adjusting the fixation vest8.4.4 36.....................................................................................................................
Adjusting the groin strap8.4.5 36......................................................................................................................
Adjusting the pelvic band8.4.6 36.....................................................................................................................
Adjusting the neck support8.4.7 36...................................................................................................................
Adjusting the lumbar pad8.4.8 36.....................................................................................................................
Adjusting the hook-and-loop foot straps8.4.9 36.................................................................................................
Adjusting the footrest8.5 36...........................................................................................................................
Adjusting the footplate height8.5.1 36...............................................................................................................
Adjusting the footplate angle8.5.2 37................................................................................................................
Further settings8.5.3 37..................................................................................................................................
Safety belts8.6 38........................................................................................................................................
Use in vehicles for transporting persons with reduced mobility9 38.................................................................
General safety instructions9.1 38...................................................................................................................
Permitted use9.2 39.....................................................................................................................................
Important information9.3 39...........................................................................................................................
Delivery10 39...............................................................................................................................................................
Final inspection10.1 40..................................................................................................................................
Maintenance and repair11 40...................................................................................................................................
Disposal12 40.............................................................................................................................................................
Disposal Information12.1 40............................................................................................................................
Information on Re-use12.2 40..........................................................................................................................
Legal information13 40..............................................................................................................................................
Service Life13.1 40........................................................................................................................................
Liability13.2 40..............................................................................................................................................
CE Conformity13.3 40....................................................................................................................................
Warranty13.4 41............................................................................................................................................
Trademarks13.5 41........................................................................................................................................
Technical data14 41...................................................................................................................................................
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1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Last update: 2017-01-25
►Please read this document carefully before using the product.
►Follow the safety instructions to avoid injuries and damage to the product.
►Instruct the user in the proper and safe use of the product.
►Please keep this document in a safe place.
INFORMATION
►New information regarding product safety and product recalls can be obtained from the Customer Care Cen
ter (CCC) at [email protected] or from the manufacturer’s service department (see inside back cover or back
page for addresses).
►You can request this document as a PDF file from the Customer Care Center (CCC) at [email protected] or
from the manufacturer’s service department (see inside back cover or back page for addresses). It is possible
to increase the display size of the PDF document.
Initial adjustments to the product were made according to the order form. Nevertheless, fine adjustment may be
required and settings may have to be made according to the medical conditions or the user's requirements.
These instructions for use provide the information necessary for adjusting the settings. This work should be closely
coordinated with the user.
Please note the following:
• The instructions for use (qualified personnel) are intended only for qualified personnel and remain with them.
• The operation of the product and functionality of the options are described in the instructions for use (user).
These instructions for use must be given to the user.
• The manufacturer recommends checking the product settings regularly in order to assure an optimum fit over
the long term. A review is required every six months for children and youths in particular.
• The installation and retrofitting of all optional components are generally described in the service manual.
• The product may be combined only with the options listed here. The manufacturer assumes no liability for com
binations with third-party medical devices and/or accessories not included in the modular system. Please also
observe the information in the section "Liability".
2 Product description
2.1 Function
The rehab buggy is intended solely for transporting children with walking disabilities or who are unable to walk.
The rehab buggy has been approved for transporting only one child aged 1 to 10 years (depending on the size and
weight of the child). It is operated by an attendant (conveyance by another person).
The rehab buggy can be used indoors and outdoors. It is fully adjustable to provide an optimised, individual fitting.
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2.2 Product Overview
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Kimba Neo seating unit
1 Angle adjustable backrest
2 Removable seat with lateral supports
3 Adjustable footrest
4 Back angle adjustment
5 Seat angle adjustment
3 Intended use
3.1 Indications for use
The seating unit for a rehab buggy is intended solely for transporting children with walking disabilities or who are
unable to walk.
The seating unit for a rehab buggy has only been approved for transporting one child (Kimba Inline two children)
aged approx. 1to10 years (depending on the size and weight of the child). It is operated by an attendant (convey
ance by another person).
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Intended use
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The seating unit for a rehab buggy can be used indoors and outdoors. It is fully adjustable to provide an optimised,
individual fitting.
The product may only be used with the options which are listed in the product order form.
The warranty applies only when the product is used according to the specified conditions and for the intended pur
poses.
3.2 Indications
The broad range of equipment options and the modular design allow the product to be used by people who are
unable to walk or have a walking impediment, for example due to:
• Paralysis (paraplegia, tetraplegia)
• Loss of limbs (leg amputation)
• Defects or deformation of the limbs
• Joint contractures or damage
• Neurological and muscular diseases
3.3 Contraindications
Not known.
3.4 Qualification
The installation and adjustments described below may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
3.5 Service Life
Expected service life: 4 years.
The design, manufacturing and requirements for the intended use of the product are based on the expected ser
vice life. These also include the requirements for maintenance, ensuring effectiveness and the safety of the
product.
Using the product beyond the specified expected service life leads to increased residual risk and should only take
place subject to the due diligence and deliberations of qualified personnel.
If the service life is reached, the user or a responsible attendant should contact the qualified personnel who fitted
the product or the manufacturer's servicing department (see inside rear cover or back page for address). Here the
user can obtain information about known risks and the current options for refurbishing the product.
4 Safety
4.1 Explanation of warning symbols
WARNING Warning regarding possible serious risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
NOTICE Warning regarding possible technical damage.
4.2 General safety instructions
WARNING
Lack of instruction
Tipping over, falling of the user due to lack of knowledge
►Instruct the user or the attendant in the proper use of the product when handing it over.
CAUTION
Use of unsuitable tools
Pinching, crushing or damaging the product due to use of unsuitable tools
►When completing the tasks, only use tools that are suitable for the conditions at the place of work and for
which safety and the protection of health are assured with proper use.
►Observe the specifications in the section "Required Tools".
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NOTICE
Tipping or falling of the product
Damage to product due to lack of attachment
►When you work on the product, secure it so that it cannot tip over or fall over.
►Use a clamping fixture to secure the product whenever you work on it at a workbench.
NOTICE
Use of unsuitable packaging
Damage to the product caused by transportation using incorrect packaging
►Use only the original packaging for delivery of the product.
4.3 Safety Instructions for Use
CAUTION
Unsecured screw connections
Pinching, crushing, tipping over, falling of user due to assembly errors
►After all adjusting/readjusting work, retighten the mounting screws/nuts firmly. Observe any torque settings
which may be specified.
►Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread lock, replace it with a new screw connection with thread
lock or secure the old screw connection with medium strength thread locker (e.g.Loctite®241).
CAUTION
Improper use of self-locking nuts
Tipping, falling over of the user due to screw connections coming loose
►Always replace self-locking nuts with new self-locking nuts after disassembly.
4.4 Safety instructions regarding maintenance and repairs
CAUTION
Damage to the product, unexpected noise
Health problems for the user
►Report damage to the product that may cause health problems for the user to Ottobock. This includes uncon
trolled (driving) movements of the product as well as sounds that are unexpected or previously not noted or
odours that deviate significantly from the state of the product at the time of delivery.
4.5 Nameplate and warning labels
4.5.1 Nameplate
Label Meaning
AType designation
BManufacturer's article number
CMaximum load capacity (see section "Technical data")
DManufacturer information/address/country of origin
ESerial number*
FEuropean Article Number / Global Trade Item Number
GRead the instructions for use before using the product.
The nameplate "Seating unit" is located on
the backrest of the seat. HCE marking – product safety in accordance with EU directives
* JJJJ = year of manufacture; WW = week of manufacture; KK = production site; XXXX = sequential production
number
5 Delivery
5.1 Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery includes:
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• Multifunctional seating unit (standard option)
• Options according to the order
• Instructions for use (user)
5.2 Options
The functionality and operation of the options are described in more detail in the instructions for use (user).
All of the available options/accessories are listed on the order form.
5.3 Storage
The seating unit must be stored in a dry place. An ambient temperature between -10°C and +40°C must be main
tained. Direct exposure to sunlight or UV radiation causes the product to age more quickly. This causes the materi
al surface to harden.
6 Preparation for use
6.1 Assembly
CAUTION
Exposed pinch points
Crushing, pinching due to incorrect handling
►When folding out the backrest, only grip by the specified components.
CAUTION
Improper assembly
Tipping, falling over of the user due to components coming off
►When attaching the seating unit, make sure you hear it engage into the mobility base.
►Secure the seating unit using the seat lock.
NOTICE
Incorrect removal, mounting or adjustment of the seat
Damage to the seat cover due to improper handling
►Make sure that the lateral seat guides do not bump against the mobility base when removing, mounting or
adjusting the seat.
►For this reason, fold the lateral guides inwards so they do not come into contact with the mobility base when
removing, mounting or adjusting the seat.
Mounting the seat
1) Place the seat on the rear tube of the seat adapter at an angle of approximately 45° (see fig.2).
2) Press the front edge of the seat onto the mobility base until the retaining claw audibly snaps on to the front tube
of the seat adapter (see fig.3).
3) Slide the seat lock to the left to engage it. The green symbol shows that the seat is locked (see fig.4).
4) Check that the seat and the mobility base are securely connected. You can do this, for example, by pulling
back the backrest.
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Mounting the padding
INFORMATION
►Mount the supports before installing the standard padding.
►Prior to mounting the padding, adjust the seating unit (see chapter "Settings").
1) Open the zipper on the backrest padding.
2) Pull the back padding with its cap over the back insert and close the zipper (see fig.5).
3) Pull the excess back padding down between the lower edge of the back and the seat and attach it to the twist
locks on the outside of the back.
4) Place the seat cushion on the seat in such a way that the corresponding hook-and-loop surfaces can be con
nected (see fig.6).
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