ELLA Instruction Manual V3.2 2017

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ELLA STANDING FRAME

V3.2

DESCRIPTION

1.1. Ella is a multi-adjustable and versatile standing device for children and youths, that helps achieve a very specific and individual, comfortable standing position. 1.2. The product consists of a foldable base with 4 lockable castors and a center column, on which adjustable foot, leg, trunk and head supports are attached. 2. IMPORTANT

2.1. Always read instructions before use. Failure to follow instructions may impair use, impede function and more importantly may affect the user’s safety. 2.2. This user guide is for Ella, item Code: 9310, 9311, 9320, 9321, 9330, 9331, 9340. Each product has a serial number which will be found on the tube base. Please quote this number in any correspondence. 2.3. The materials and foam within Ella meet all the required current regulations. This product conforms to CE Marking Regulations, Medical Devices Directive (MMD)93/ 42 EEC. 2.4. Do not add any other accessories other than those supplied by Timoteos to this product. 2.5. Service or repair must only be carried out by a Timoteos authorised service person. Any service or repair carried out by any other person will invalidate the guarantee and Timoteos cannot accept any liability for injury or damage thus caused. 2.6. The tools required to adjust Ella are supplied by Timoteos. These adjustments are to be made by the therapist only. Store these in a safe place. Keep away from children. 2.7. Before using the Ella with electric actuator (models 9311, 9321 and 9331, 9340) for the first time please charge the batteries for 12 hours. 2.8. To charge the batteries, plug the charger into the mains and connect the charger lead into the handset. 2.9. Batteries should be charged overnight once every week to maintain optimum life. 2.10. Ensure that the product is fully assembled before use. Contact your supplier if you need advice at this stage. 2.11. It is essential that the equipment / system is cleaned regularly so as not to impede function and to remain hygienic. Use warm soapy water but not abrasive detergents. 2.12. Please ensure the Ella is set up as per instructions. 3. WARNING

3.1. Secure the child using the trunk and pelvic laterals and foot straps immediately before you make any other adjustments. 3.2. The safety advice and directions in this manual cannot cover all eventualities and unforeseen situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, general caution and care are factors that cannot be built into this product. These are factors which the person actually using this product must assume responsibility for. 3.3. It is imperative that children are continuously monitored whilst using this equipment. NEVER LEAVE A CHILD UNATTENDED IN THIS PRODUCT. © Timoteos Oy 2017

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL ELLA STANDING FRAME V3.2 3.4. If there is the slightest concern regarding the supports, use or function of the product then immediately contact your supplier for advice. 3.5. When transferring user into the stander, please ensure the chest and pelvic belts along with the footrest and knee support straps are secured IMMEDIATELY. 3.6. When doing a hoist transfer, please ensure that the hoist sling in not caught on any part of the stander. 3.7. Ensure casters are always locked when the stander is stationery. 3.8. Due to the nature of the product, please be aware of the length of the skis and the surrounding in which the stander is being used. 3.9. Do not allow other individuals to use, play with, stand on, ride on or run around the stander. 3.10.

Ensure the tray is always in place when using the stander in prone.

3.11. Ensure the knee blocks and pelvis are strapped tight before angling the stander in upright position. 3.12.

Please ensure that the product is used on an indoor even surface.

3.13.

Small parts if loose will be a potential hazard for small children.

3.14. Keep products away from sources of heat such as naked flames, cigarettes, open fires, heaters, radiators etc. 3.15.

Always use all of the positioning straps provided.

4. CONTENTS OF PACKAGE:

4.1. Base (foldable with gas spring or actuator tilt)

4.7. Trunk support pad, laterals and belt

4.2. Head rest vertical bar, 1 pc

4.9. Knee supports with brackets, 1 pr

4.3. Head rest, 1 pc

4.10.

Foot rests with brackets, 1 pr

4.4. Tray with bars, 1 pc

4.11.

5mm hex key, 1 pc

4.5. Tray holder, 1 pc

4.12. Hand control and charger (actuator tilt model only)

4.6. Column with following attachments:

4.8. Hip support pad, laterals and belt

5. ASSEMBLY

5.1. Setup the base by lifting the tilt mechanism up and fastening it with the two screws. IMPORTANT!! Make sure that the screws are properly tightened. 5.2. Attach the upright column on the pivot component with the suspension bolts and the safety screw on the backside of the extrusion. 5.3. The head rest vertical bar goes into the slot in the middle of the column.

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6. ADJUSTMENTS

6.1. Knee support adjustments 6.2. Head rest depth adjustment 6.3. Trunk and hip support height adjustments.

6.2

6.4. Lateral support adjustment

6.4

6.5. Foot rest adjustments 6.6. Tilt release pedal 6.7. Tray height adjustment

6.3

7. SETUP

7.1. The height adjustment of hip and trunk supports are on the side of the column. Foot rests are adjusted individually on each side. All of these are adjusted with the 5 mm hex key.

6.7

6.1 6.6

7.2. Start with the tray in lowest possible position, this will dictate the minimum height of the trunk support. 7.3. Adjust the trunk support so that the tray top is close to the level of the lateral support bottom edge.

6.5

7.4. Adjust the foot rests to the correct height. Lift the upper trunk support, if needed. 7.5. The knee pad height is measured from the foot rest. Position the upper edge of the pad just under the patella. 7.6. Adjust the hip support so that the hip joint is approximately in the middle of the hip lateral. 7.7. The laterals can be adjusted individually in height, width and horizontal angle. 7.8. Tray holder height is adjusted with the angled wing screw in the back of the column. 7.9. The head rest height adjustment wing screw is on the right side of the column. 7.10.

There is a 1” ball adjustment behind the head rest for a free position adjustment.

7.11.

The gas spring release pedal has a safety pin, which has to be unlocked before using the tilt.

7.11.1. position.

This is done by pulling the head out and turning it 90 degrees to fix in an open

7.11.2.

Release the tilt by pressing the pedal with your foot, while holding the frame.

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL ELLA STANDING FRAME V3.2 7.13. The strap is pulled through the loop and backwards, then fastened with velcro.

8. DEROTATIONAL PELVIC SUPPORT (OPTIONAL)

8.1. The derotational pelvic support controls obliquity and rotation of the hip. 8.2. The rotation and tilt angle adjustment screws (4 pcs) are on both sides of the center column. 8.3. The height adjustment of the whole pelvic support is done with one screw in the middle of the adjustment bracket.

8.2

9. SWING-AWAY LATERALS (STANDARD ON SIZE 4, OPTION ON OTHERS)

9.1. Press the button on the hinge to release the swing mechanism. 9.2. The mechanism locks in 90° intervals.

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10. SWITCH BETWEEN SUPINE AND PRONE

10.1. From Supine to prone: 10.1.1. Remove head rest from center column 10.1.2. Insert tray from other side 10.1.3. Rotate foot rests 10.2. From prone to supine: 10.2.1. Insert head rest vertical bar to center column 10.2.2. Follow 10.1.2 and 10.1.3.

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11. MEASUREMENTS Product standard setup dimensions

Size 1

Size 2

Size 3

Size 4

Dimension

min

max

min

max

min

max

min

max

User height [mm]

600

950

900

1300

1200

1550

1300

1800

Max user weight [kg]

30

40

55

80

Power assisted tilt

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Manual assisted tilt

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Base width [mm]

580

580

702

752

Base length [mm]

750

750

1000

1100

Pivot width [mm]

1000

1000

1350

1450

Castor height (space for hoist skis) [mm]

140

140

140

140

Castor diameter [mm]

100

100

100

Height in upright position, floor to top of head rest [mm]

970

1100

1040

1430

1280

100 1630

1460

1880

Height in horizontal position to lateral support edge [mm]

810

890

940

950

Height in horizontal position to trunk support pad surface [mm]

710

790

790

810

Supine angle adjustment

0°

90°

0°

90°

0°

90°

0°

90°

Prone angle adjustment

0°

90°

0°

90°

0°

90°

0°

90°

Tray size WxL (L from cutout edge to front edge [mm]

500 x 280

550 x 330

610 x 350

610 x 350

Tray angle adjustment supine

40°

40°

40°

40°

Tray angle adjustment prone

45°

45°

45°

45°

Trunk pad size [mm]

200 x 150

250 x 200

280 x 240

340 x 280

Trunk width std inrig laterals [mm]

120

200

170

250

190

300

250

410

Trunk width opt straight laterals [mm]

160

240

210

290

250

360

310

470

Knee cuff width (inside padding) [mm]

80

100

100

150

Foot plate angle, plant & dorsiflexion

28°

14°

28°

14°

28°

14°

28°

14°

Foot plate angle , valgus & varus

18°

14°

18°

14°

18°

14°

18°

14°

Foot plate angle rotation Sandal internal dimensions [mm]

360°

360°

360°

360°

83 x 134

95 x 184

114 x 235

114 x 235

Foot plate to top of head rest [mm]

600

850

740

1300

1040

1600

1075

1800

Foot plate to top of trunk pad [mm]

430

680

570

975

800

1280

900

1500

Foot plate to top of pelvic pad [mm]

300

540

475

785

500

1040

625

1225

Foot plate to top of knee cup [mm]

140

450

180

550

200

650

250

850

Foot plate to floor [mm]

250

-

135

-

150

-

150

-

Product weight with manual tilt [kg]

28

29

32

-

Product weight with powered tilt [kg]

32

35

38

47

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12. FINAL WORDS

12.1. Do not use this product if you have not received a formal induction from your therapist. As a primary carer please ensure you are aware of your responsibility relating to the safe use of this product. 12.2. This product has been prescribed by the Therapist or practitioner who should have adjusted it to meet the child’s need. If this product has not been adjusted by the therapist please do not use it. 12.3. It is imperative that the product log form is completed at the rear of this manual on a regular basis. This form must be used to record setups, changes to the product and scheduled maintenance checks undertaken. 12.4. To validate the warranty it is important that each section of the end user manual is actioned, recorded and initialled each time the product is reviewed. 12.5.

Please ensure this manual is kept in a safe place.

12.6. CARE, MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING procedures must be followed in this manual to ensure client well being. 12.7. It is imperative as a primary carer that you understand the CORRECT USE of the product and also what is INAPPROPRIATE USE. 12.8.

Secure the child using the trunk and pelvic laterals, foot straps and knee blocks immediately.

12.9.

Always use all of the positioning straps provided.

12.10.

Please ensure that the product is used on an indoor even surface at floor level.

12.11.

It is imperative that children are continuously monitored whilst using this equipment.

12.12.

NEVER LEAVE A CHILD UNATTENDED IN THIS PRODUCT.

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13. ACTION LOG 13.1. Date

13.2. Setup / Check / Amendments

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13.3. Signature

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