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PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL PRODUCTS
Gima S.p.A.
Via Marconi, 1 – 20060 Gessate (MI) Italy
gima@gimaitaly.com – export@gimaitaly.com
www.gimaitaly.com
COLLARS
USE AND MAINTENANCE BOOK
ATTENTION: The operators must carefully
read and completely understand the prese
nt
manual before using the product.
M34600GBRev.31117
34600 34601 34602 34610 34612 34614
Gima S.p.A.
Via Marconi, 1 - 20060 Gessate (MI) Italy
Made in Italy
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FEATURES
First-aid collars GIMA are conceived to guarantee the utmost efficiency, comfort and safety as far as support
and correction in first-aid conditions concerns. They are also equipped with an ana
tomical chin
rest and a
Velcro fastener, which makes the patient be more comfortable with the correct regulation. The product or its
components cannot be used for purposes different from the one specified in the present manual.
PRESCRIPTIONS
The collar GIMA can be used only upon medical prescription.
Before starting the therapy, it is advisable to identify the most suitable collar to meet each individual
requirement and in case of necessity to customise it by means of adjustments in compliance with the
doctor’s instructions.
I
n presence of plagues and infectious states, apply to a doctor f
or a suitable treatment and ask
for indications on the product cleaning!
Do not use the product if it is damaged. Apply to your retailer.
Since the product is made of corrosion-proof materials suitable for the enviromental conditions foreseen
for its normal use, does not require special care, however it is necessary to store it
in a closed place making
sure that is protected from dust and dirt to assure its hygenic conditions. Moreover, it is recommended to
store the product in a place which can be reached easily by the personnel in case of necessity.
USE
The device must be correctly positioned on both sides and the patient must feel completely comfortable;
furthermore it must not be subject to modifications of its externa
l appearance as long as it is used. The
device must be installed by the patient itself, no assistance is needed. In case the patient is not able to
position the product by himself or herself, it is necessary to train the person assisting him or her on the
correct and safe use of the collar.
In case the patient shows signs of hyperpressure or discomfort due to the device stiffness, immediately
remove it until the situation has been completely normalised.
In case the subject himself or herself is not able to show such discomfort or undesirable effects deriving
from the presence of the collar, carry out periodical inspections to check the situation.
In case of allergic reactions due to the contact of the collar with the skin (reddening, swelling, oedema, skin
irritation, itching) or bacteria
l infections due to lack of hygiene, apply to the family doctor.
In case the patient’s weight changes, it is necessary to change the collar size, apply to your doctor. The
doctor must inform the patient about
the device usage times based on the type of pathology. The success
of the application depends upon the patient’s care to follow the doctor’s instructions and the continuous
contacts with him.
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MAINTENANCE
The product can be washed with cold or warm running water and neutral soap. Do not use aggressive
chemical products (bleach, ammonia, solvents...), which could alter the functionalit
y of the product. Do
not expose the product to excessive mechanical stresses to avoid altering its functionality. Carry out
periodical controls to make sure that the device has not suffered from modifications, which could
jeopardize its functionality.
The product life can vary according to the therapeutic application; to guarantee a longer life of the
product it is recommended to correctly use, maintain and periodically check it.
GUARANTEE
Thank you for ha
ving acquired our product.
This product meets the most stringent requirements regarding the selection of quality manufacturing
materials and also the final control. The product has a 12-month warranty, valid from the date it is
delivered by GIMA. During the guara
ntee period free repair and/or replacement of any defective parts
due to faulty manufacture will be given, labour, postal, transport and packaging charges etc. are not
included. The guarantee therefore excludes components subject to wea
r and tear such as parts in rubber
or PVC, etc. No compensation will be given for loss of use of the product.
Furthermore repla
cement or repairs effected during the guarantee period do not lengthen the duration of
the guarantee.
This guarantee is void in the event of: repairs effected by unauthorised persons or with spare
parts not
approved by GIMA, damage or defects caused by negligence, blows, abnormal use
of the appliance or faulty installation.
The guarantee will be invalidated if the registrat
ion number has been removed, cancelled or
altered. Faulty appliances must be returned only to the retailer where the item was bought. Any item
dispatched directly to us will be refused.
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