Medifab Corzo User Manual

Therapist and Carer manual

Please Read Before Use

Corzo Stroller

Medifab Medical Fabrication

Australia: 26 Pardoe Street, Devonport, TAS 7310

New Zealand: 7 Allens Road, Ashburton 7700

Call: 1300 543 343 (AU)  0800 543 343 (NZ)

www.medifab.com  [e-mail]

ABN # 49 828 922 466

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CONTENTS

Introduction 2
Safety Notes 3
Operating Instructions 4
Occupied Transport 6
Care & Maintenance 7

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Corzo User Guide

The Corzo Buggy has been designed to transport children with a variety of
special needs. The aim was to provide a solution easy handling of the buggy.
The Corzo is lightweight, using steel on the critical areas, and aluminium in less
critical areas of the frame.

All Corzos have cross country wheels which assist in getting off the beaten
track. The polyester fabric seat is not suitable for use as a seating system for
long term use. Once the journey has finished, the occupant should transfer to
a seat giving good postural support.

The Corzo has been crash tested in accordance with ISO7176 part 19. This
means that it can be used for occupied transport in a vehicle. Please study
the transport section at the back of this guide.

We hope that you will enjoy using your Corzo Buggy. If you have any
questions, please contact Medifab on 0800 543 343 (NZ) or 1300 543 343
(Australia).

PLEASE READ THIS USER GUIDE BEFORE USING YOUR BUGGY FOR THE FIRST TIME.
IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS AFTER YOU HAVE READ THE USER
GUIDE, PLEASE CONTACT MEDIFAB. RETAIN THE USER GUIDE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE AND FOR OTHER BUGGY ATTENDANTS.

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SAFETY NOTES

Please read this user guide fully before using your stroller.
Expert medical advice must be sought before using your stroller. If you

have any doubt about this, speak to your Occupational Therapist.

Before using the stroller it is essential to check that the Frame Catch is

locked, and that the Tilt-in-space mechanism and the seat recline are
tightened.

Each attendant should be familiar with the operation of the stroller. If

there is any doubt they should read this User Guide.

Before setting off, ensure that the occupant is comfortable, and that

clothes and rugs are tucked in, so that they do not catch on the
wheels.

Always apply the parking brake when the stroller is stationary and when

getting in and out of the stroller.

Never tip the stroller forward when going down a kerb.
If the stroller is going to be used for transport in a vehicle you should

carefully read the Transport Section of this User Guide.

The attendant must take precautions against fire risk. In buildings,

check the locations of fire exits and make sure the emergency
procedures are understood.

Do not let children play with, or hang on the stroller.
Do not use your stroller in a manner for which it is not designed.
Ensure that children are clear of moving parts before making

adjustments.

Medifab cannot accept responsibility for the use of accessories other

than those supplied by us.

Full concentration must be maintained during travel to avoid collisions

or other dangerous situations.

Make sure that the stroller brakes are applied while adjusting the

recline or the tilt of the seat. This will leave both hands free to operate
these features, avoiding sudden movements which will cause
discomfort to the occupant.

The seat base attachment must not be released while the stroller is

occupied. Make sure that the seat is empty before removing the seat
or changing its direction of travel.

Do not overload the stroller. Other children should not ride on the back

of the stroller, and loads should not be attached to the frame other
than on the approved accessories.

Ensure that the occupant has the appropriate harness attached and

adjusted, to prevent them from falling out of the stroller while travelling.

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The occupant bar should also be fitted. The attendant should know
how to fit, adjust, and release these features.

Do not stand on the footrest. The footrest should be folded whilst

loading.

Never leave the child unattended in the stroller, even for the shortest

time.

At all times when operating the stroller, be aware of the danger of

injury to yourself, the occupant, or any other person, especially when
going through doorways.

Medifab cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or injury

resulting from the incorrect operation of your stroller.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPENING THE FOLDED BUGGY

Stand the buggy up on its wheels. Undo the
frame clip (6). Hold a push handle (18) and
push the seat base tube away from you. This
should cause the buggy to unfold. Press firmly
down on the seat base tubes to make sure
that the frame is fully open. Lock the rear
frame locking strut (28) and the folding
footrest. The 38cm seat has an extra seat
brace below the seat. Push down firmly on this to lock in position. Wrap the
armrest padding around the armrest frame and secure with Velcro.

FOLDING THE BUGGY

Reverse the instructions above.
The picture shows the action for folding the
buggy.

FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT

When you first receive the buggy, the footrest may have
been separated. To install the footrest, unfold the
buggy, apply the brakes and release the lever handles
(3). Slide the footrest rails into the lower front frame,
pressing the push-pins in to allow entry. The push-pins will
locate in the lowest footrest position. If a higher position
is required, press the push-pins in and set to the desired

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height. Secure the lever handles (3) in this position. The footrest should be
removed while loading. This can be done partially by removing

one rail

,

and folding the footrest to one side.

OPERATING THE BRAKE

The rear wheels are braked individually. The brake is applied by pulling the
lever down. This brings the brake bar firmly down onto the wheel. When
parking, make sure that you have applied the brake on both sides of the
stroller.

BRAKE OFF

BRAKE ON

FIVE POINT HARNESS

Before loading release all of the harness buckles. Sit
the occupant in the buggy, and adjust the lap belt to
be close fitting but comfortable.
The lap belt is passed through the fifth point, if required.
Adjust the height of the shoulder strap position to pass
through the backrest, level with, or above the
occupant's shoulder.
Adjust the length of the shoulder straps so that they are
close fitting.

GETTING INTO THE BUGGY

Make sure that that the parking brakes are on. Remove the footrest, or
fold the footrest over to one side. Either ask another helper to steady the
buggy by holding the handle, or place the handles up against a wall to
minimize the risk of tipping.
Place the child in the buggy and fasten the harness. Replace and adjust
the footrest to suit the occupant.

The occupant should always feel comfortable and secure in the buggy.

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GETTING OUT OF THE BUGGY

Make sure that the parking brakes are on. Reverse the procedure for getting
into the buggy.

NEGOTIATING A KERB OR SINGLE STEP

To go down a kerb, approach the kerb until the front wheels are near the
edge. Grip the handles firmly and tip the buggy backwards to balance on
the rear wheels. Lower the buggy over the kerb on the rear wheels,
returning the front wheels to the ground when you have reached the lower
level.

NEVER TIP A BUGGY FORWARDS AT THE KERB.
ALWAYS MAKE USE OF RAMPS AND LIFTS IF THEY ARE AVAILABLE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MOUNT A FLIGHT OF STAIRS OR STEPS.

OCCUPIED TRANSPORT

The Corzo has been crash tested in accordance with ISO7176 part 19. The
method of restraint is shown in the picture below.

We recommend the use of a 4-point wheelchair tie-down system – Qstraint
or similar.

The front restraints are attached to the bottom of the cross brace at the
front of the buggy.

The rear restraints are attached to the red bracket on the rear of the frame.
The front restraints are attached first, and the rear restraints are used to
tighten up and secure the buggy.

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The Occupant restraint is fitted, passing the lap belt through the side of the
buggy, making sure that a secure position is achieved over the pelvis. The
Shoulder Strap should be anchored at shoulder level, as this is how it was
crash tested.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your Corzo Buggy has been designed and produced to a high standard.
With correct use and maintenance it will give you many years of trouble­free service.

Regularly check the catches, locking devices and fixings on the

buggy frame to ensure that they are secure and in good working
order.

Wheels and tyres are subject to wear. Replacement work must be

done by a qualified rehabilitation engineer.

We recommend that your buggy is checked once a year by a

qualified rehabilitation engineer.

Any damage or repairs should be assessed by a qualified

rehabilitation engineer, or should be returned to your dealer.

Only genuine parts supplied by Medifab should be used.
Regular lubrication of moving parts will extend the life of your buggy.

Use a spray lubricant and wipe off any excess spray.

Wheels and other plastic or metal parts may be sponged clean with

warm water and a mild detergent.

The fabric covers must be wiped clean with water no hotter than 30

degrees centigrade.

Never clean with abrasive cleaner, ammonia based, bleach based

or spirit based cleaners.

After exposure to damp conditions, dry off your buggy with a soft

cloth, and leave unfolded in a warm, dry environment.

Store your buggy in a dry, safe place.

Thank You for choosing to work with Medifab.

We believe in Shaping Better Lives through

Consistency of Care.

If there is anything that we can be of help with, please

do not hesitate to contact the friendly team here.

Medifab Medical Fabrication

7 – 9 Allens Road, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand
26 Pardoe Street, Devonport, TAS 7310, Australia

AU: 1300 543 343 NZ: 0800 543 343

www.medifab.com [e-mail]

ABN #49 828 922 466