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Octopus Head
Support
Installation and
User Manual
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User Manual for all Octopus Head Supports
Manual: Octopus20190815
Serial Number:
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EN
Instructions for use
JOSI-Octopus
JOSI-Manta
Positioning system for head and upper body
Stand 06/15
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Contents
Page
Introduction 2
Safety instructions 3
Indication and purpose 4
JOSI-Octopus 5
JOSI-Manta 10
Care and maintenance 14
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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer
JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta is a positioning system for head and upper body.
Before using JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta, please read the instructions for use carefully
and follow the safety instructions.
Technical modifications and errors excepted.
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Safety instructions
Please always note the following safety instructions!
1. JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta is only to be mounted and adjusted by qualified staff of orthopedic and
rehab specialized trade.
2. Before using JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta make yourself familiar with the safe handling of the system
and follow any given instructions for use.
3. JOSI-Manta is designed for the exclusive use at JOSI-Octopus.
4. Never leave the user unattended while using JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta!
5. Use the positioning system only in an upright posture. Breathing and circulation must not be affected.
For additional support for an upright posture please use belt-systems like seat trousers,
4-point pelvis belts, chest shoulder belts.
6. JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta is no a system for fixation and stabilisation of the user in vehicles.
7. In case of non-observance of this instruction for use as well as any technical changes or amendments
(adds-on) we will not take any product liability.
8. The JOSI-Octopus headrest is exclusively to be used together with both retraction retainers closed in
front position by magnet twist-off cap (size 1-3) or plastic strap with velcro strap fastener (size 0)
(see Adjustments and Handling page 9, description picture 6).
Note: Size 1-3 magnetic twist-off cap on strap!
Size 0 plastic strap with velcro strap fastener!
Non-observance of these safety instructions can cause severe damages!
JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta is orthopedic aid which is not suitable for re-use!
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Indication and purpose
JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta can be used in case of:
- Infantile cerebral palsy
- Paraplegia
- Neuromuscular diseases
- General developmental disorders
- Restricted motor skills
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JOSI-Octopus
Add-on parts
Photos below show the add-on parts and their names.
head pad (I)
retraction retainer, right (GR)
retraction retainer, left (GL)
strap with magnet twist-off cap (H)
(size 1-3)
for opening twist in
arrow´s direction
locking lever for angle adjustment (D)
locking lever for depth
adjustment (E)
plastic strap with
open
velcro strap fastener
(size 0)
click-in joint with release button
for retraction retainers (C)
optional depth extansion
headrest mounting for height adjustment (F)
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A
C
by loosening the screws A, the respective retraction retainer can be adjusted in height
by loosening the screws B, the respective retraction retainer can be adjusted in depth and angle to
the user´s upper body
B
by pressing the release button (C) the retraction retainer can be folded
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Adjustments and Handling
After checking the sitting posture as well as the chest- and pelvis belts JOSI-Octopus can be adjusted.
The headrest has to be adjusted so that neck and occiput fit closely to it.
Note: between retraction retainers and upper body must be 1cm difference.
In all settings, make sure that there are no physical limitations for the user.
1.
F
Open the magnet twist-off cap (H) (size 1-3) by
turning anti-clockwise.
With size 0 open the plastic strap with velcro strap
fastener.
Put the headrest mounting (F) into the universal bracket
which is mounted on seatshell and fix the wing nut.
2.
open
open
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Press the release button (C) of the respective
click-in joint and fold the retraction retainers
(GL and GR) back.
The retraction retainers are adjustable in two
levels.
3.
C
G
4.
GR
Always close the left retraction retainer (GL) first.
Press the release button (C) of the click-in joint and
let the retraction retainer (GL) click in its front
position.
Repeat the same for the right retraction retainer (GR).
GL
After opening of both retraction retainers (GL / GR) the
user is positioned in the seatshell and the belt systems
for upper body and pelvis region are adjusted.
5.
2
GR
1
GL
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6.
After both retraction retainers are clicked in, close the
magnet twist-off cap (H) or the plastic strap with velcro
fastener (size 0).
Put the strap with the magnet twist-off cap (H) around
both retraction retainers.
H
Finally the individual fine adjustment of
headrest and retraction retainers is made:
The headrest adaption is made via angle- and
depth adjustment.
By loosening both locking levers (D and E) the
headrest can be adjusted.
When both ends of the strap are on top of one another it
clicks in automatically.
Only this procedure will ensure a safe application.
7.
D
E
8.
The retraction retainers are to be adjusted to the user´s
upper bodyby loosening the screws A for height and by
loosening the screws B for depth and angle.
Note: between retraction retainers and upper body
must be 1cm difference.
After finishing all adjustments tighten the screws again.
Finally check all add-on parts once more for correct
A
B
assembly and adjustment!
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JOSI-Manta
front positioning
Add-on parts
Photos below show the add-on parts and their names.
side guide retainer (F)
pad for front positioning
(alternatively pad for side positioning)
side positioning
front ball and socket joint
(K2)
mounting
(at JOSI-Octopus)
back ball and socket
joint (K1)
width adjustable with wing bolt
„Ergo-Wing“ (B)
click-in joint with release button (C)
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Mounting JOSI-Manta at JOSI-Octopus
After checking the correct head posture JOSI-Manta can be adjusted.
When adjusting the headrest system make sure that there is some space left for moving the patient´s
head.
All add on parts have to be mounted properly.
In all settings, make sure that no physical functions of the user will be affected.
1.
Remove the left and right screw.
Open the headrest cover by zipper and turn sideways.
2.
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3.
Cover the headrest again. Use an appropriate tool for
making holes through the covering to the drillings
beneath.
Mount JOSI-Manta with screws at JOSI-Octopus.
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Adjustments and Handling JOSI-Manta
5.
K1
B
For best adjustment on head please follow the next
steps.
1. Remove the cover on back ball and socket joint (K1).
2. Lose the screws (K1) for adjustment of depth and
angle of guide retainer.
3. Lose the wing bolt „ergo wing“ (B) for adjustment in
width.
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5.1.
K2
4. Remove cover on the front ball and socket joint (K2).
Lose screws in order to adjust depth and angle of
headrest.
After finishing all adjustments tighten the screws again
and close the cover.
Finally check all add-on parts once more for correct
assembly and adjustment.
By pushing click-in joint with release button (C)
JOSI-Manta can be folded up.
7.
6.
C
By pushing click-in joint with release button (C) again
JOSI-Manta can be folded down and can be fixed with
click-in joint.
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Care and Maintenance
For cleaning covers see label.
Check the click-in joints of retraction retainers (JOSI-Octopus) regularly for smooth-running. If necessary
they have to be lubricated.
Check all screw fittings and adjustments of the systems regularly.
Only qualified staff of orthopedic and rehab specialized trade is authorized for checking.
Defect add-on parts are to be replaced immediately!
Any use of defect systems is strictly forbidden!
Reuse
The products are not for reuse. Lifetime depends on respective use.
Used materials
- Neopren clad with nylon jersey
- Polyethylene foam
- Polyester
- Aluminium
- Stainless steel
- Steel
- Steel zinc coated
- Steel powder coated
- Trobloc
- magnetic twist-off cap on strap (size 1-3)
- plastic strap with velcro strap fastener (size 0)
Keeping the JOSI-Octopus and JOSI-Manta
(in a dry place)
Supplied by
New Zealand Head Office
Detroit Drive,
32
Rolleston 7675
Call 0800 543 343
Au
stralian Head Office 26
Pardoe Street,
East
Call 1300 543 343
solutions@medifab.com
med
Devonport, TAS 7310
ifab.com
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