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1. Brakes Refer to Figure 27 Pull the brake lever back to apply the brakes To release the brakes push the brakes in the opposite direction Fi base Refer to Figure 27A j Height adjustment and spring tension of front column Refer to Figure 27B 1 32 Loosen the T nut 1 and pull the col Slide the rear column 3 into the Release the plunger and tighten the tting the rear column to the umn adjustment plunger ring 2 on the rear column adjustment tube column adjustment tube T nut to secure the rear column to the base Position height of the rear column as advised by the pre scribing therapist For additional spring adjustment rotate the crank 1 clockwise to increase the sring tension or counterclockwise to decrease the spring tension Note that this adjustment can also be used to ad just the height of the front column Only use if advised by the pre scribing therapist Figure 27B Using the Walkabout Adjustable Width amp Length Base Refer to Figures 28 amp 28A To extend the base of the Walkabout simply pull up on the ring 1 and slide out the extension tube to the desired length Both sides should be set to the same length Adjust the length and width of the base Figure 28 to suit the conditions of use Extend the legs for play or for outdoor use The Walkabout may become unstable if the legs are too short for the conditions of use Ensure the pi2. Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc BEE A M Y WALKABOUT WA3C amp WA4C User Manual This manual contains essential guidance for therapists stores personnel school and home carers This manual must be read thoroughly before issuing this product to an end user te 1 A k It is the responsibility of the issuer to know this product well enough to ensure effective and safe set up and also to ensure that the end user is This manual must be kept with aware of essential points regarding the product at all times safe and effective use Table of Contents Compres O 2 Preface This manual provides the information required for the set up and use of the Walkabout 3C amp 4C This manual is for the EU users The benefits of using this system can be profound not only in terms of gait development but also in terms of increasing the child s independence self confidence and social interaction Design Goals The Walkabout is designed to give a child the potential for hands free self initiated movement while providing lateral support and assisted lift This spring assisted lift allows for graduated weight relief as the child develops skill and standing tolerance The adjustable pitch angle of the column along with the pelvic and trunk supports can be utilized to direct weight shift and assist with stepping Key For EU Users T Technical User Therapist School amp Home Carer Ss sto
3. 1 Open the front of the pelvic amp trunk support straps by releasing the buckles and unfastening the velcro 2 Loosen the four Allen screws 1 on the back of the sling bar clamps 3 Adjust the width of the trunk bars to accommodate the trunk width measurement The bars should be symmetrical on both sides Tighten the four Allen screws 1 4 To adjust the width of pelvic support to required measurement repeat steps 2 amp 3 5 Seat height Loosen the 4 Allen screws 2 and slide the seat along the front column Initially place the seat as high as possible on the column Retighten the screws Figure 8 6 Pelvic support height Loosen the two adjustment levers 3 on the back of the clamp plates Place the pelvic support assembly as close to the seat as possible without preventing hip flexion If this support is too high or too low it will not provide the stability required for the child to step forward Tighten both levers Trunk support height Loosen the two adjustment levers 4 on the back of the clamp plates Position the trunk support so the distance from the top of the trunk support to the top of the sit bar is equal to the required measurement Tighten both adjustment levers N After adjusting the sit bar ensure the ball lock pin is completely a engaged in the selected hole and T nut is tight Failure to secure A the bar properly may allow the user to slide through the pelvic and trunk supports causing i
4. advice at this stage Frequently check and tighten all loose fasteners Loose fasteners can cause the Walkabout to be inoperable See Pages 40 43 It is essential that the Walkabout is cleaned regularly so as not to impede function and to remain hygienic Use warm soapy water but not abrasive detergents See Page 39 Please ensure the Walkabout is set up as per instructions En sure that induction hand over procedures as described on page 29 are undertaken Before Starting T S Safety It is imperative that children are continuously monitored whilst us ing the Walkabout NEVER LEAVE A CHILD UNATTENDED IN THIS PRODUCT lf there is the slightest concern regarding the supports use or func tion of the product then immediately contact your local dealer All adjustments should be carried out prior to transferring the user into the Walkabout Only the fine height adjustment through the crank lever at the top of the rear column should be carried out with the user in the Walkabout Ensure wheels are always locked when transferring the user into the Walkabout The rear anti tio wheel can be lower to provided additional stability However raise the wheel before using the Walkabout The anti tip wheel should clear the floor by 1 25mm Once the user is transferred into the Walkabout secure the chest and pelvic straps immediately When doing a hoist transfer please ensure that the hoist sling is not caug
5. injury to the user 24 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Shoulder Pads Refer to Figure 24 Mounting 1 To mount the shoulder pads first remove the Headrest pad Do this by loosening the two Allen screws securing it to the vertical hex bar coming out of the top of the column 1 2 Then slip the shoulder pads onto the top of the bar as shown in Figure 24 A Adjustments Figure 24 1 Height Loosen the Allen screw on the bracket 3 Slide the shoulder pads to the desired position and retighten the screw 2 Width Refer to Figure 24C Loosen the set screw 4 on the bottom of the pivot pin receiver 5 Slide the receiver along the hex cross bar 6 to the desired width Tighten the set screw Repeat on opposite side Figure 24A 3 Depth Refer to Figure 24C Loosen the bar clamp 7 by loosening the Allen screw 8 on the side Loosen the lock pin block 9 by loosening the Allen screw 10 on the side Slide the shoulder pad back forth to the depth which provides the appropriate amount of anterior support Align the lock pin block 9 with the plunger pin which is inside ill Figure 24B 25 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Shoulder Pads Cont d 3 the lock pin block on top so the shoulder pad will lock in position when in use and when pivoted out of the way Tighten the Allen screw 10 to secure the lock pin block 9 Slide the bar clamp 7 against the pivo
6. about is guaranteed for 2 Years from the date of purchase It is recommend that the Walkabout receive an annual ser vice when out of guarantee Service is only to be carried out by Mulhol land authorised personnel Please contact you local dealer for more in formation Limited Warranty Mulholland Positioning systems Inc warrants Mulholland Positioning system s equipment to be free of all defects in material and workman ship for 2 years in the UK from date of shipment Mulholland Positioning systems Inc will repair or replace such part or assembly which upon examination is found by the manufacturer to be defective under normal use and service since positioning results obtained with the use of our equipment de pend on circumstances beyond our control we cannot assume and we disclaim responsibility for expense damage or injury of any kind asso ciated with the use of the equipment sold by recognised dealer and or manufactured by Mulholland Positioning systems Inc Misuse negligence accident and or physical modification of Mulholland Positioning systems Inc are not covered in this warranty Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc or local dealers are not obligated to bear the cost of transportation charges in connection with the re placement or repair of defective parts In all cases transportation charges to the factory must be prepaid Mulholland Positioning systems Inc give no other warranty expressed or implied i
7. adjustment are for the technical users ONLY Ad justments should NOT be undertaken by the carers or home users e CARERS AND HOME USERS MUST BE AWARE This product has been prescribed by the therapist or practitioner for a specific child and should ONLY be used as directed by the prescriber e To validate the warranty it is important that each section of the end user log is actioned recorded and initialled each time the Walkabout is reviewed 29 Product Induction and Issue Directive T Re issue Before re issue all checks and maintenance procedures MUST be un dertaken as outlined in this manual See re issuing on page 40 To validate the warranty it is important that each section of the end user log is actioned recorded and initialled 30 Product Induction and Issue Directive T Important Issuing Information This form must be completed on issue or re issue of the product Therapists Name Therapists Address Therapists Telephone Primary Carer s Name Product Issue Date Product Serial No Product Purchase Date Induction Check List Please ensure that the following sections are covered with the primary carer before the product is issued Please initial each box when in structing carer end user through the induction process Safety Information Daily User Guide Care amp Maintenance Cleaning Product Log Updated Induction Given By Induction Received By Date 31 Using the Walkabout
8. base page 10 The column brace should not be moving See page 8 The seat or abduction skirt is secured to the front column with screws and the I nut Check the front skis locks in all the positions See Page 31 The base width adjustment ball lock pins are in place Check the swivel direction lock is in working order See Page 33 Check that chest and pelvic Velcro is clean and the safety buckles are in good working order Check all upholstery for wear and tear including headrest ankle Straps etc 9 Check that chest and pelvic supports are secure and tight especially the width and height adjustment fasteners 10 Check the spring stop assembly is secure and in good working or der 11 Check the crank handle allows fine height and spring tension adjust ment and shock absorber are in working order 12 Check the four key pivot points are in good working order and that all eight fasteners are tight 13 Check any additional accessories are working and in good order 14 Replace any missing or worn bolts fixings as required 15 Check Walkabout frame for wear and tear splinter breaks 16 Check the overall structure of the Walkabout for any signs of fa tigue or damage The base must be level and all four wheels must make contact with the floor 17 Release the anti reverse brakes and swivel lock then check that the Walkabout is freely moving and not veering to one side See Page 18 amp 19 18 Check the ant
9. carefully Walkabout is shipped in 3 Parts base front and rear column assembly and column adjustment tube with the rear tipper wheels plus accessories Carefully remove all the parts from the box and check you have all the parts you have ordered A Keep bubble wrap and polythene bags away from children Tools Required e 3 16 Allen wrench included in pouch e 5 32 Allen wrench included in pouch 1 4 Allen wrench included in pouch Tape measure Common Adjustment Fasteners Adjustment Levers Refer to Figure 2 The adjustment levers can be ratcheted so that the handle can rotate without affecting the tightness of the screw 1 Pull out on black knob Rotate the handle so it is not obstructed 2 Release the black knob and let the handle slide back and lock with the screw 3 Continue tightening loosening the screw by rotating the handle Ball Lock Pins Refer to Figure 3 1 Hold the pull ring of the pin with your index finger 2 Pull on the ring to extract or push the pin to insert Figure 3 9 Assembling The Walkabout Column Adjustment Tube Refer to Figure 4 1 Place the base assembly on the floor and apply the brakes 2 Loosen the rear eight Allen screws on each of the 2 tube adjustment clamps 1 Figure 4B 3 Remove the front two Allen screws from each of the 2 tube adjustment clamps 2 4 Slide the column adjustment tube 3 through the tube clamps 5 Rep
10. ct is standard and that no special attachments or modifications have been made If modifica tions have been made then contact Mulholland or your local dealer for advice Each product has a serial number located on the Walkabout base Do not remove this label Follow the inspection guide on the next page Regularly fill in the product log sheet to record all services and repairs to the product e To validate the warranty it is important that each section of this man ual is actioned recorded and initialled Check that the product has been fully cleaned Check the product and any key accessories carefully for any signs of wear and tear or distortion Replacements can be supplied Check that all functions of the product are working correctly and fit ted e g Chest support pelvic support seat headrest etc Check all fixings levers and knobs are in good condition functional and secure e Always ensure that a new manual is supplied each time product is re issued For new sets of instructions please contact Mulholland or your local dealer or e mail us at info mulhollandinc com e The old user manual returned with the Walkabout MUST be passed onto the therapist 40 Inspection List T S 1 Ensure the brakes are in working order See page 20 for how to ad just the brakes 2 Ihe rear column is secured to the base with the ball lock pin and the T nut Check the rear column is tightly secured to the
11. d by removing the ball lock pins 1 one side at a time spreading the base bars the same dis tance on each side and replacing the ball lock pins Note Never make any adjustments with the child in the Walkabout Figure 15A Never make any adjustments with the child in the Walkabout 19 Adjusting The Walkabout Anti Reverse Brake Refer to Figure 16 1 To engage the anti reverse brakes turn the knob 1 clockwise until the wheel cannot spin backwards but can still spin forwards 2 For free wheel movement amp to re lease the anti reverse turn the knob 1 counterclockwise Adjusting the Brakes Refer to Figure 17 Lightly tighten the two screws 1 Do not overtighten as the brake lever wont lock Tighten the screws until the brake Snaps on and snaps off If the wheel still turns then the complete brake as sembly needs to move forwards by un doing the screws 2 Headrest Refer to Figure 18 To adjust the height of the headrest 1 loosen the Allen screw 2 in the clamp on top of the column Slide the headrest up down until it is in the desired position Retighten the Allen screw Ensure the user does not get their head behind the side of the headrest a wider headrest can be provided Figure 18 20 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Handholds with arm troughs KKI Refer to Figures19 19A 19B 19C amp 19D p 1 Mounting Handholds with arm troughs are mounted on th
12. e back of the sit bar Secure the arm troughs to the sit bar with the four Allen screws and nyloc nut Figure 19A It is easiest to mount with the sitbar removed from the column 2 Width The width is adjusted by loos ening the clamping knob 2 and removing the ball lock pins 1 on the cross bar and sliding the tubes inwards or outwards Figure 19A 3 Height The height can be adjusted by loosening the clamps 3 and moving the handhold posts up or down Tighten the clamp again when adjusted to fit Figure 19B 4 Forearm support can be adjusted by loosening the four Allen screws 4 Armhold angle can be adjusted by loosening the Allen screws 5 Figure 19C 5 Forearm depth can be adjusted by removing the ball lock pin 6 Figure 19D Figure 19C 21 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Clear Tray Assembly Refer to Figure 20 Mounting The tray mounting arms attach to the back of the seat just like the handholds Please refer to page 20 Always store the tray on the for instructions arms to avoid damage and ob Adjustments struction 1 Height Refer to the Handholds instructions on the page 20 2 Depth Pull the ring on the spring clamps 1 located underneath the tray Slide the tray along the tray bar to the desired depth Release the ring and ensure the tray locks into place 3 Removing the tray The tray must be removed to place in or take the child from the Walkabout This is done b
13. e spring stop adjust the spring assistance Release the slide lock bar to lock the spring stop in the desired position Refer to Figure 12B For the variable shock pressure ad justment use the supplied hand pump and connect it to the shock in sert 1 Pump the shock up to the required pressure to give the user adequate support Damping control Turn red knob 2 clockwise to increase damping slow rate of return and counter clockwise to decrease ensure the silver slide lock bar returns to the lock position Fig Figure 12B 17 Adjusting The Walkabout Adjustable Length Base Refer to Figures 13 amp 14 To extend the base of the Walkabout simply pull up on the ring 1 and slide out the extension tube to the desired length Both sides should be set to the same length Ensure pin is locked into tubing for security Figure 13 Adjust the length to suit the conditions of use Extend the legs for play or for outdoor use The Walkabout may become unstable if the legs are too short Swivel Lock Refer to Figure 15 The swivel lock pin 1 can be turned to drop down and lock the wheel into position or alternatively pulled back up Figure 14 and turned to allow the wheel to swivel Unlocked Pull amp Twist Locked Twist amp Release Figure 15 Adjusting The Walkabout Q Base Width Adjustment Refer to Figure 15A Additional base frame width can be obtaine
14. e the rear column to the base Ensure the column adjustment plunger has fully engaged with the selected hole on rear col umn and the T nut Is tight o B Figure 6 11 Assembling The Walkabout Completed Assembly Refer to Figure 7 OJO 12 Figure 7 Adjusting The Walkabout Q AJUSTMENT OVERVIEW Correct adjustment of the Walkabout will significantly improve the child s success The therapist is encouraged to try various adjustment combinations As the child s skill improves adjustments should be made to decrease the amount of assistance Key Adjustments Column Tilt Pitch Angle Affects the child s orientation in space and can affect posture and tone e Column Height Affects the degree of assistance that the stander provides in addition to spring tension e Pelvic and Trunk Supports Provide precise proximal stability These components also provide some of the fine tuning for trunk alignment and control e Spring Tension Spring support can be increased or decreased by turning crank refer to the Components section for location Page 8 FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Taking the following measurements will ensure the Walkabout is set up correctly for the user Measure the Child 1 Trunk width 2 Hip width 3 Inside Leg to 1 below his her axilla 4 Inside Leg to floor 13 Adjusting The Walkabout Sit Bar Pelvic amp Trunk Supports Refer to Figure 8
15. g tension adjustment 9 The four key pivot points are in good working order and all eight fas teners are tight 10 Check any additional accessories are working in good order 11 Replace any missing or worn bolts fixings as required 12 Check Walkabout frame for wear and tear splinter breaks 13 Check the overall structure of the Walkabout for any signs of fa tigue or damage 14 Ensure product log sheet is completed and signed 38 Maintenance DOS Cleaning e Metalwork and coated parts can be wiped with soapy water or anti bacterial spray Please dry the product thoroughly Please do NOT use solvents abrasive cleaners caustic soda sodium hypochlorite or organic solvents Pelvic support chest supports and seat should be wiped regularly with soapy water or antibacterial soray Please dry material thor oughly after wiping Please do not soak the fabric 39 Reissuing Annual Inspection Please ensure that Walkabout is maintained and that appropriate logs are kept as per MHRA guidelines Please refer to the following bul letins for further information Managing Medical Devices DB2006 05 November 2006 Medical Devices and Equipment Management Repair and Maintenance Provision MDA DB2000 02 June 2006 e Mulholland products are assessed for an individual client Therefore the following points must be observed before re issuing any Mulhol land product Check with the issuing therapist that produ
16. ht on any part of the Walkabout Due to the nature of the product please be aware of the length of the base and the surroundings in which the Walkabout is being used Do not allow other individuals to use play with stand on ride on or run around the Walkabout Please be aware of the spring mecha nism on the rear column as lingers may accidentally get pinched Please ensure the Walkabout is used on a level and even surface The Walkabout should not be used near a slope stairs or a swimming pool Beware of obstacles curb door stop drains which can cause is sue with Walkabout stability Adjust the base frame length to suit conditions of use and the stat ure of the user Promote good hygiene Do not allow the child to eat or suck the webbing straps Before Starting T S Sa fety Beware of the user s excessive speed and the surroundings Do not exceed the maximum user weight or the maximum height adjustment As the child develops walking and independence be aware of haz ards and skills that the child has not yet learnt e g hot surfaces electrical items etc The ball lock pins must be engaged at all times and the I nut must be secure Always use both the securing mechanism at all times Failure to use the ball lock pin will allow the rear column to slide downwards causing injury to the user See page 37 When a sit bar double sit bar or seat is used ensure the ball lock pin is e
17. i tio wheel is in working order See Page 35 19 Check the push and pull handle is secure on the metal work 20 Ensure product log sheet is signed 21 Check the fasteners as detailed on the next two pages Pages 42 43 If there is any doubt regarding the Walkabout please do not issue and contact Mulholland or local dealer immediately for support We are happy to help N OO gt OO CO 41 Fastener check Please check the following fasteners Rear Column Figure A There are 8 fasteners on each side of the Walkabout Ensure all 16 fasten ers are tight Base Figure B Ensure the 8 screws are tight Do not over tighten the screws this will cause the A column adjustment tube to buckle and inhibit adjust ment Chest amp Pelvic Supports Figure C Ensure 6 screws are all tight four on one side two on the other side _ A n j CQ 8 Figure C 42 Figure B Fastener check Spring Tension Figure D Depress the silver slide lock bar 2 and Slide the spring stop up and down Check that the silver slide lock bar en gages on each of the settings on the side of spring stop Base Width Figure E Check the four ball lock pins are in place Front Wheels Figure F Check the wheels are moving freely and that the cross pin Is tight Rear Wheels Figure G Check the wheels are moving freely Figure G Figure F 43 Servicing T Ss The Mulholland Walk
18. k rest loosen the two Allen screws 3 slide the neck rest backwards for wards until it is in the desired position Figure 26 27 Servicing T Ss The Mulholland Walkabout is guaranteed for 2 Years from the date of purchase It is recommend that the Walkabout receive an annual ser vice when out of guarantee Service is only to be carried out by Mulhol land authorised personnel Please contact you local dealer for more in formation Limited Warranty Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc warrants Mulholland Positioning system s equipment to be free of all defects in material and workman ship for 2 years in the UK from date of shipment Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc will repair or replace such part or assembly which upon examination is found by the manufacturer to be defective under normal use and service Since positioning results obtained with the use of our equipment de pend on circumstances beyond our control we cannot assume and we disclaim responsibility for expense damage or injury of any kind asso ciated with the use of the equipment sold by recognised dealer and or manufactured by Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc Misuse negligence accident and or physical modification of Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc are not covered in this warranty Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc or local dealers are not obligated to bear the cost of transportation charges in connection with the re placement
19. lace the front two Allen screws on the tube adjustment clamps Do not tighten yet 6 Position the column adjustment tube 3 so that the anti tipper wheel 4 is at least 1 from the ground Figure AC 7 Tighten the front two Allen screws first and then tighten the back four screws until they are snug Do not over tighten the A screws this will cause the col umn adjustment tube to buck le and inhibit adjustment Having the anti tipper wheels on the ground will make it ex tremely difficult for the user to turn in the unit Note the column adjustment tube 3 is mounted inside the base with the wheel on the outside 10 Figure 4 Figure 4C Assembling The Walkabout DE Spring Stop Assembly Refer to Figure 5 1 Place the rear column flat on the ground 2 Remove the ball lock spring from the spring stop assembly 1 3 Align the fixing hole in the spring stop assembly with the hole in the rear column 4 Reinsert the ball lock pin through the spring stop assembly and the rear column Exercise caution when align ing the spring stop assembly onto the rear column as the spring may pose a finger trap Column Refer to Figure 6 1 Loosen the T nut 1 and pull the col umn adjustment plunger ring 2 on the rear column adjustment tube 2 Slide the rear column 3 into the column adjustment tube 3 Release the plunger and tighten the T nut to secur
20. n is secured into tubing and extension tube is locked into position Swivel Lock Refer to Figure 29 The swivel lock pin 1 can be turned to drop down and lock the wheel into position or alternatively pulled back up and turned to allow the wheel to swivel Unlocked Pull amp Twist Locked 33 Using the Walkabout Chest amp pelvic Straps Refer to Figures 28 amp 28B secure the strap by overlapping the padded strap Ensure at least 2 50mm overlap exists between each of the two straps Once the padded straps are secured fasten the secondary strap securely with plastic buckles To release the straps undo the plastic buckles and peel the padded strap apart Handholds with arm troughs Refer to Figures 31 To reattach the handholds to the Walkabout Slide the handhold into the outer tube located at the back of the seat and secure with the ball lock pin 1 Tighten the T nut 2 Figure 31 34 Using the Walkabout DOG Clear Tray Assembly Refer to Figure 32 To secure the tray pull the ring on the spring clamps 1 and place tray on top of the tray bars Slide the tray back and forth until the spring clamp locates into the tray bars Always store the tray on the arms to avoid damage and obstruction To remove the tray pull ring on the Figure 32 Shoulder Bars Refer to Figure 33 Pivoting the shoulder pads The shoulder pads can be pivoted out of the wa
21. n relation to the product it manufactures 44 Product Log T C S i f 45 Product Log TC CS Setup Checks Print Name O Walkabout Specification T 8 Specifications Specifications WA 3C WA 4C Physical weight of unit 45 Ibs 20 5 kg 46 5 Ibs 22 kg Weight Limit 150 Ibs 68 kg 190 Ibs 86 kg Seat Height 23 33 5 58 85cm 27 37 5 69 95cm Tilt Range 75 90 75 90 Width 26 5 32 5 68 84cm 26 5 32 5 68 84cm Length 33 5 38 5 85 98cm 33 5 38 5 85 98cm Turn Radius 23 28 58 71cm 23 28 58 71cm Frame Colour Black Black Upholstery Black Black Materials Frame Powder coated aluminium tube Stainless steel tube Parts Powder coated aluminium Black anodized aluminium Zinc plated stainless steel Padding Neoprene foam Fabric Nylon packcloth Bumpers Solid grey cushion rubber with delrin bearing Wheels Solid grey cushion rubber with double seal ball bearings 47 Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc 839 Albion Ave P O Box 70 Burley ID 83318 Phone 208 878 3840 800 543 476 Fax 208 878 3841 info mulhollandinc com UK Dealer alactive With you every step P O Box 2125 Wolverhampton WV6 7FB EU Authorised Representative Fax 0848 469 2516 W www atactive co uk Wellkang Ltd E Enquire atactive co uk T A Wellkang Tech Consulting 29 Harley Street London W1 9QR Tel 02 3287 6300 48
22. ngaged and the T nut is tight Failure to secure the support may allow the user to slide through the supports causing injury to the user Ensure that the user does not get their feet caught under the base or the wheels Ankle straps can be fitted to the Walkabout Please ensure appropriate footwear is used for walking in the Walkabout Ensure the user does not get their head around the side of the headrest a wider headrest can be provided strong involuntary movement or seizures may cause stability is sues DO NOT LEAVE CHILD UNATTENDED IN WALKABOUT Beware some users may accidentally undo the chest and pelvic buckles If the user is able to undo the buckles and there is a risk of the user falling out of the Walkabout please immediately contact your local dealer for advice and stop using the Walkabout Small parts if loose will be a potential hazard for small children Keep products away from sources of heat such as naked flames cigarettes open fires heaters radiators etc 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 fac tors that cannot be built into this product These are factors which the person actually using this product must assume responsibility for Precautions T Ss Before transferring the user into the Walkabout ensure initial checks are ca
23. njury to the user 14 Adjusting The Walkabout Pitch Refer to Figures 9 amp 10 The child s shoulders should be positioned slightly in front of the lower body and feet in most situations with the pitch of the column at approximately 85 degrees to the floor Occasionally the column will be positioned in a more upright or more prone position to improve the child s gait pattern or to diminish primitive reflex patterning 1 To achieve forward tilt of the upper body unfasten the trunk support straps shorten the back strap and lengthen the front strap Lengthening the back strap and shortening the front strap tilts the upper body up right Figure 9 2 If more pitch is needed the rear column can be tilted forward Loosen the 4 Allen screws on the upper tube clamp assembly Fig 10 Raise the upper clamp assembly and frame brace while tilting the column forward Fig 10A When the desired angle is achieved tighten the Allen screws to secure the column Note lowering the upper tube clamp assembly will tilt the column back upright Do not overtighten the screws A this will cause the column adjust i ment tube to buckle amp inhibit ad justment z5 Figure 10A Figure 9 Figure 10 15 Adjusting The Walkabout Column Height Refer to Figure 11 After setting the pitch and the sit bar to trunk support distance set the column height 1 Determine the child s sit bar height u
24. or repair of defective parts In all cases transportation charges to the factory must be prepaid Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc give no other warranty expressed or implied in relation to the product it manufactures 28 Product Induction and Issue Directive T This product has been prescribed by the therapist or practitioner who should read the instruction manual and be fully aware of all available adjustments The prescriber has the responsibility to ensure the product is correctly set up to meet the client s needs including the induction to the carer s or home user A formal procedure for issuing Mulholland products to the users must be implemented by using the forms check list provided in this user manual These forms check lists are to assist the prescriber in ensur ing that the product issued is safely used and maintained Each time the product is re issued a new manual must be provided e 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 set ups changes to the product and scheduled maintenance checks un dertaken It is imperative that all users understand the CORRECT USE of the product and also what is INAPPROPRIATE USE e All users must understand and appreciate all SAFETY aspects of the Walkabout e CARE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING procedures must be imple mented to ensure client well being e TOOLS issued for
25. re Personnel Before Starting T S Important This Walkabout should be used under the prescription and direc tion of the child s therapist Always read instructions before use Failure to follow instructions may impair use impede function and more importantly may affect the user s safety This user guide is for Walkabout item Code WA2C amp WASC Each product has a serial number which will be found on the base Please quote this number in all correspondence This product conforms to CE Marking Regulations Medical Devices Directive MDD 93 42 EEC Do not add any other accessories other than those supplied by Mulholland to this product Ring your local dealer for advice if un sure The warranty conditions are stated on page 44 and provide further information WA3C maximum user weight 68kg WA4C maximum user weight 86Kg Service or repair must only be carried out by a Mulholland author ised service person local dealer Any service or repair carried out by any other person will invalidate the guarantee and Mulholland cannot accept any liability for injury or damage thus caused The tools required to adjust Walkabout are supplied with the product These adjustments are to be made by the therapist only store these in a safe place Keep away from children The Walkabout should only be setup by the therapist Ensure that the product is fully assembled before use Contact your local dealer if you need
26. rried out as directed on Page 28 Ensure the user is well supported when transferring into the Walkabout Always use all the straps provided Ensure the chest and pelvic A Straps overlap each other by minimum of 2 Always secure the secondary plastic buckle on the chest and pel A vic straps Please ensure that items of clothing and hair are fastened away So as not to impede or get caught in the Walkabout spring E ECA m This device is NOT to be used as a transportation device A especially in motor vehicles Never make gt any tilt adjustments with the child in the Walkabout The rear anti tipper wheels need to be at least 1 inch 2 5cm off the floor f they are contacting the floor the user cannot turn in the device Adjust the height of the seat prior to putting the user in the Walkabout Adjust the sping tension after the user has been transferred into A the Walkabout lf the rear column tilts forward spontaneously correct the angle Ay and TIGHTEN the clamp screws See Page 42 Walkabout Components T Ss 1 Headrest 9 Column Brace 2 Trunk support 10 Column height adjustment tube 3 Pelvic support 11 Tube adjustment clamps 4 Seat 12 Front Column 5 Direction Lock 13 Rear Column 6 Anti reverse 14 Crank 7 Brake 15 Shock absorber 8 Anti tipper wheels 16 Spring stop assembly Figure 1 Unpacking amp Assembly T S Unpack the box
27. sing inside leg measurement a If the child requires upper support to stand add 50 mm to inside leg measure T wi i i z E j f i a If the child requires only hip Figure 11 Support to stand then use the in side leg measure 2 Adjust the Column Height a Loosen the T nut 1 and pull the column adjustment ring on the rear column adjustment tube b Slide the rear column 2 up down a a so that the sit bar height is the same as the inside leg height Figure 11A determined above c Release the rear column adjust ment ring ensuring it is fully seat ed back in the column and tighten the T nut to secure the rear column in place d For more precise adjustments rotate the crank 3 clockwise to raise the column assembly or counterclockwise to lower the column assembly Figure 11B 16 Adjusting The Walkabout Spring Tension Refer to Figure 12 The seat pelvic support and trunk Support assist in Supporting the child into standing The amount of lift is controlled by the degree of spring tension 1 ure 12A Slide the spring stop up down to Shock adjustment i After adjusting the spring stop Spring rate adjustment The spring rate is the amount of force required to compress the spring a given amount By sliding the black tubular Spring stop 1 down the spring becomes stiffer To adjust depress eS the silver slide lock bar 2 and hold it Figure 12 in to release th
28. t pin receiver 5 to provide enough tension to lock the pivot Tighten the Allen screw 8 to tighten the bar clamp 7 Repeat for both sides 4 Pivoting the shoulder pads The shoulder pads can be pivoted out of the way while placing the child in or removing the child from the stander Figure 24C Pull the ring 11 on the back of the plunger pin to release the pivot To open rotate the shoulder pad away from the column until the pivot locks To replace pull the ring and rotate the shoulder pad in the opposite direction until it locks A Figure 24 D We recommend that the shoulder pad should be used with either the neck rest or the head pad If shoulder pads are to be used without head pad or neck rest please be aware that the metal work at the rear of the shoulder pad may come in contact with the user s head and cause injury 26 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Neckrest Refer to Figure 25 Mounting 1 To mount the neckrest first remove the headrest pad Do this by loosening the two Allen screws securing it to the vertical hex bar coming out of the top of the column 1 2 Then slip the Neckrest onto the top of the bar as shown in Figure 26 Adjustment Height To adjust the height of the neckrest loosen the Allen screw 2 in the clamp on top of the column Slide the neck rest up down until it is in the desired position Retighten the Allen screw Depth To adjust the depth of the nec
29. t use safe ty checks care maintenance and cleaning It is the user carer for the child who is responsible for ensuring the product is correctly used ona daily basis The therapist should direct the following checks to be un dertaken the frequency of the check stated is a minimum and should be undertaken depending on the environment and level to which Walk about is used Monthly Checks The monthly check again the frequency is only a minimum and fre quency should be adjusted depending on the environment in which the equipment functions As this check is a more in depth check a suitably competent individual should be nominated by on behalf of the prescrib er Check the Following 1 The brakes are in working order 2 Ihe rear column is secured to the base with the ball lock pin and the T nut Check the rear column is tightly secured to the base page 10 The column brace should not be moving See page 8 3 The seat or abduction skirt is secured to the front column 4 The front skis and base width adjustment is secure We recommend the skis should be used on max setting for greatest stability 5 Chest and pelvic velcro is clean and the safety buckles are in good working order 6 Chest and pelvic supports are secure and tight especially the width and height adjustment fasteners 7 The spring stop assembly and variable shock absorber are secure and in good working order 8 The crank handle allows fine height and sprin
30. y pulling the rings on the spring clamps 1 and lifting the tray off the Support bars Figure 20 22 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Abduction Skirt Refer to Figure 21 1 Remove the current seat option 2 Slide the abduction skirt onto the front column Secure at the desired height by tightening the four screws 1 Figure 21 a After adjusting the seat or the abduction skirt ensure the ball A lock pin is fully engaged and T nut is tight Failure to secure the Support properly may allow the user to slide through the pelvic and trunk supports causing injury to the user 23 Adjusting The Walkabout Accessory T Unicycle Saddle Seat Refer to Figures 22 amp 23 Mounting Slide the seat bar onto the front column Secure at the desired height by tightening the four Allen screws 1 Adjustments 1 Height Loosen the four Allen screws 1 and slide the saddle seat along the front column to the desired height Retighten the SCrews 2 Depth Loosen the knob 2 Slide the saddle seat along the seat bar to the desired depth Tighten knob 3 Seat Angle Loosen the four 1 4 nuts 3 underneath the saddle seat Tilt the seat to the desired angle and tighten the nuts to secure Figure 23 jx After adjusting the seat ensure the four Allen screws are tight Failure to secure the support properly may allow the user to Slide through the pelvic and trunk supports causing
31. y while placing the child in or removing the child from the stander Pull the ring 1 on the back of the plunger pin to release the pivot To open rotate the shoulder pad away from the column until the pivot locks Figure 33 35 Using the Walkabout Anti Tipper Wheel Refer to Figure 35 To assist transfer lower the anti tip wheel down by removing the ball lock pin 91 Lower the anti tip wheel and secure with the ball lock pin After transfer return the anti tip wheel to the original setting and secure Always maintain minimum 1 space be tween the anti tip wheel and the ground Figure 35 36 Using the Walkabout Initial Checks Before placing the user into the Walkabout we recommend the fol lowing checks should be carried each time 1 The brakes are in working order 2 The rear column is secured to the base with the ball lock pin and the T nut 3 The seat or abduction skirt is se cured to the front column 4 The front skis and base width adjust ment is locked We recommend the skis should be used on max setting for greatest stability 5 Chest and Pelvic Velcro is clean and the safety buckles are in good work ing condition See Using Walkabout section for more information Maintenance T C S This product has been prescribed by the therapist or practitioner who must ensure that all users understand and implement correc
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