Hoggi ZIP User Manual

ZIP Rehab Buggy

user manual

GB/US

- partnering together to mobilize kids

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User Manual for ZIP

®

Rehab-Buggy

Contents Page

1 Common Information

1.1 Preface ___________________________________________________________________ 2

1.2 Application _________________________________________________________________ 2

1.3 Declaration of conformity ______________________________________________________ 2

1.4 Terms of warranty ___________________________________________________________ 2

1.5 Servicing and repairs _________________________________________________________ 2

2 Safety Instructions ______________________________________________________________ 3

2.1 Meaning of symbols _________________________________________________________ 3

2.2 Common safety instructions ___________________________________________________ 3

3 Delivery and Preparing for Use ____________________________________________________ 6

4 Adjusting and Adaptation Possibilities _____________________________________________ 8

4.1 Wheel lock _________________________________________________________________ 8

4.2 Recline ___________________________________________________________________ 8

4.3 Lower leg length ____________________________________________________________ 8

4.4 Footrest angle adjustment ____________________________________________________ 10

4.5 Seat depth ________________________________________________________________ 10

4.6 Detaching wheels with quick release ___________________________________________ 10

4.7 Pneumatic tyres ____________________________________________________________ 10

5 Accessories ___________________________________________________________________ 11

5.1 Swivel Lock _______________________________________________________________´11

5.2 Attendant brake ____________________________________________________________ 11

5.3 Tie down kit _______________________________________________________________ 12

5.4 Foldable back rest upholstery ________________________________________________ 12

5.5 Foldable seat upholstery _____________________________________________________ 12

5.6 Multipart contoured seat cushion ______________________________________________ 12

5.7 Lap Belt __________________________________________________________________ 13

5.8 Five-point Harness _________________________________________________________ 13

5.9 Ankle huger _______________________________________________________________ 15

5.10 Grap Rail with upholstery ____________________________________________________ 15

5.11 Therapy Tray ______________________________________________________________ 15

5.12 Winter Warmer ____________________________________________________________ 15

5.13 Rain Cape ________________________________________________________________ 16

5.14 Canopy with rain cover ______________________________________________________ 16

5.15 Buggy-Board ______________________________________________________________ 17

5.16 Sun shade ________________________________________________________________ 17

5.17 Nylon bag for transport ______________________________________________________ 17

6 Transportation _________________________________________________________________ 17

6.1 In the Trunk of a Car ________________________________________________________ 17

6.2

Using ZIP

®

Rehab Buggy for Bus Transport ________________________________________ 18

7 Maintenance __________________________________________________________________ 18

8 Technical Data

_________________________________________________________________ 19

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1 Common Information

1.1 Preface

Thank you for selecting the ZIP® Rehab Buggy. We have designed this high-quality product to make your life
safer and easier, and we have included this manual to help you use and care for it.
Please read the following instructions to make sure you use this product as recommended. If you have any
further questions or if you have any problems, please contact your healthcare provider.

We hope that the ZIP® Rehab Buggy meets your expectations.

The design, as described in these Instructions for use, are subject to technical alterations without notice.

1.2 Application

Rehab pushchairs, paediatric postural positioning systems or strollers are appropriate for individuals
requiring mobility assistance.

Assistance may be required due to:

• atypical muscle tone;

• loss of limbs;

• joint instability;

• joint contractures;

• joint defects;

• general weakness.

1.3 Declaration of Conformity

HOGGI® GmbH as manufacturer with sole responsibility declares that the ZIP® Rehab Buggy conforms to
the requirements of the 93/42/EEC Guidelines.

1.4 Terms of Warranty

Warranty applies only when the product is used according to the specified conditions and for the
intended purposes, following all manufacturer’s recommendations.

1.5 Service and Repairs

Service and repairs on the ZIP® Rehab Buggy should only be carried out by authorized HOGGI dealers.
Should any problems arise, please contact the dealer who supplied your ZIP® Rehab Buggy.
Authorized dealers only fit original HOGGI spare

For repair and service, the following tools are required:
Allen wrench, sizes 4 mm, 5 mm and 6 mm;
wrench, sizes 10 mm, 13 mm, 19 mm.

Your authorized HOGGI dealer:

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2 Safety instructions

2.1 Meaning of symbols

Caution!
Warning of possible danger of accident and injury. Warning of possible technical damage.

Information!
about use of product

Information!
for service-personnel

Attention!
Read manual before use!

2.2 Common safety instructions

Read manual completely before use!
Familiarize yourself with handling and functions of the product before use and practice the
handling.
You are responsible for the safety of your child. The safety of your child could be
affected if you do not follow the instructions of this manual. Nevertheless not all possible
circumstances and unpredictable situations can be covered by this manual. Reason, care
and circumspection are not features of the product, they are required of persons who use
the product. The person who is using the product and its accessories should understand
all instructions and should explain them to every person using the product and its
accessories.
If instructions are not clear and further explanations become necessary or if you have
further questions, please contact your HOGGI dealer.

Strap your child at any time in the Rehab Buggy.

HOGGI points out that any use beside the typical use can be dangerous. The Rehab
Buggy is not suitable for jogging, running, skating or similar activities. Swivelling front
wheels tend to wobble at higher speed which can cause a sudden stop and tip over of the
Rehab Buggy.
Use the pushchair only at regular walking speed. Under no circumstances leave the handle
bar while pushing and never push the chair away.

The Rehab Buggy should only be used on solid level ground.

Use your Rehab Buggy as intended by the manufacturer. For instance, do not drive into
obstacles (including steps, curbs) without braking.

To clear obstacles such as steps and curbs, tilt the Rehab Buggy onto the rear wheels (pull
it backwards to go up; to descend, slowly lower it forward).

Do not go up or down stairs without the assistance of another person. If devices such
as ramps or elevators are available, please use them. If they are not available then the
Rehab Buggy should be carried over the obstacle by two persons.

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Pay particular attention when on slopes and inclines to prevent

- the child from falling out of the Rehab Buggy;

- the Rehab Buggy from tipping over;

- the Rehab Buggy from rolling away.

If you have to park on a slope, face the Rehab Buggy uphill with the brakes engaged and
ensure that the back rest is in the upright position. There is a risk that the Rehab Buggy
might tip over backwards if the back rest is in the reclined position.

Before leaving the Rehab Buggy and before getting into and out of it, always lock the
wheel locks.

Do not stand on the footplate when getting into or out of the Rehab Buggy.

Only lift the Rehab Buggy by parts that are solidly attached:

- front frame tube above the front wheels;

- push handles.

When your child reaches for objects in front, to the side or behind the Rehab Buggy, be
sure that he/she does not lean out of the Rehab Buggy too far since the shift in the center
of gravity might cause the pushchair to tilt or tip over.

The handling of the Rehab Buggy is strongly influenced by tyre pressure. Correctly inflate
tyres considerably improve its maneuverability. The air pressure should be at least 2 bar
(200 kPa resp. 29 PSI).

The ZIP® Rehab Buggy should be checked for correct function before every use.

Please keep packaging material away from children. Plastic packaging presents the
danger of suffocation.

Never leave your child unattended in the Rehab Buggy even when they are strapped in
and the brakes engaged.

Before using the Rehab Buggy both folding guards must be firmly locked in place.

Static stability is more than 15° inclination.
Attaching heavy bags or other weight to the push handles can adversely affect stability.

Trays must not be loaded with objects heavier than 5 kg.

The Rehab Buggy is only intended to carry one child at a time.

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The maximum load for the ZIP® Rehab Buggy is 50 kg.

Accessories and add-ons reduce the maximum load capacity proportionately.

Attention!
We recommend that, wherever and whenever possible, users transfer to the seats installed
in the motor vehicle and use the corresponding vehicle restraint systems, because this is
the only way to ensure optimum protection of the passengers in case of an accident.

Your ZIP® Rehab Buggy was successfully tested in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC/19
and ISO 7176/19 (Crash Test).

It is, however, possible to use your ZIP® Rehab Buggy as a seat in a motor vehicle if our
“Tie down Kit” (article 3210-7300) as well as appropriate restraint systems are used.

Whenever you change any settings on the ZIP® Rehab Buggy make sure that you firmly
tighten any screws that have been loosened.

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3 Delivery and Preparing for Use

The original package contains the following components:

• Rehab Buggy, folded;

• instructions for use and special tools as required;

• accessories as ordered.

Carefully remove the transport safety items and packaging material.

To unfold the Rehab Buggy please proceed as follows:

• Lift the pushchair using the black handle grips on the push handles
and unfold it until you can set it on its wheels.

Caution!
Never hold on to anything else than the described
movable parts, especially the scissors mechanism!
Crushing injury may occur!

• Press the push handles backward until the folding guards engage.

• Check both folding guards and engage them if necessary.