Quest 88 Upi User Instructions
Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, SHIFNAL, Shropshire, TF11 8DW, tel:+44 (0)1952 463050
Quest 88 limited
Aston Street, SHIFNAL, ShropshireTF11 8DW
tel: +44 (0)1952 463050
fax: +44 (0)1952 463077
USER INSTRUCTIONS
UPI Hip Stander
These are the user instructions for the UPI
hip Stander. Please read them carefully
before the UPI is used and store them in a
safe place. Always refer to these instructions
before adjusting the UPI or if you feel the
UPI is not performing properly. It is important
to familiarise yourself with the UPI. Please
follow the procedures described below before
setting up the UPI for a user.
These instructions also include a guide to
maintenance and general care. If followed
the UPI will provide trouble free service.
However, in the event of any deterioration
in performance, take the UPI out of service
immediately
and contact Quest 88 limited.
UPI Hip Stander
The UPI is a simple to use hip stander. The
base supports the height adjustable vertical
frame, knee controller unit and foot positioners.
The vertical section has pelvic support height
adjustment. The pelvic support has adjustable
lateral supports and positioning straps.
The UPI comes in two sizes which have been
designed to suit user weight as well as height.
The weight and height limits on the size chart
must be adhered to at all times to ensure user
safety.
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The UPI is ideally suited for children with
balance impairment and/or low muscle tone,
who can achieve a standing position but who
are unable to maintain that position for any
length of time. It should be used as part of a
standing therapy routine to help with standing
co-ordination and related skills.
600
500
340-570
20 kg
9 kg
750
600
460-710
40 kg
12 kg
hip height (c)
max user weight
length (a)
width (b)
product weight
The UPI in Use
Lock the castor brakes before transferring to
the Upi. Once the axilla and pelvic heights and
knee and foot positioning have been set and
the lateral pads brought out to their maximum
widths, the UPI is ready to be used.
Ensure that the equipment the user is
transferring from and to are both secure and
that there are no obstructions around them to
hamper the transfer.
Using an appropriate transfer technique,
bring the user to standing and 'walk' them
into the thorax and pelvis supports. Lift arms
over the thoracic support so that they can be
supported either on the tray or an appropriate
work surface.
Push the lateral supports in to snuggly fit
the user and fasten the straps as described
earlier. Be careful not to over tighten these straps as this may restrict breathing and cause
discomfort.
Fasten the straps on the foot positioners and ensure that the user is firmly supported.
Identification
Each UPI is marked with a code number which should be used during all inquiries with Quest
88 limited. The number is located on the foil label on the base.
UPI Care and Maintenance
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Keep castors free of dirt, hair and other loose fibres.
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Do not attempt to move the UPI without releasing the brakes on all four castors.
*
Clean upholstery promptly after soiling. Avoid heavy brushing of upholstery with stiff bristles. Clean
upholstery with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
*
Do not clean any part of the UPI with bleach or solvent cleaners.
*
Clean metal work with a slightly damp cloth.
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Clean woodwork with standard domestic furniture polish.
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Always store the UPI away from excessive moisture as this may lead to rust and corrosion.
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Caution must be taken through use, transport and storage not to drop or knock the UPI. Do not store
other equipment on top of the UPI or its accessories as this may cause damage.
*
Do not store the UPI where it may block access to doors, walkways or fire exits.
*
The tray is intended to support books, toys. meals etc. Do not place heavy objects on the tray.
MAXIMUM TRAY LOAD: 5kg
Intended Use
The UPI is intended to be used as part of a standing therapy programme. A level of supervision
appropriate to the user’s abilities should be applied at all times.
DO NOT EXCEED HEIGHT AND WEIGHT LIMITS SET OUT ON THE FRONT OF THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
The UPI is not intended to position a user at any angle other than vertical and should not be positioned at any
reclined angle. Do not use the UPI on any inclined surface. The UPI is not intended to be used as a lifting,
transfer or mobility aid. The UPI has been manufactured by Quest 88 Limited engineers. Any adjustments or
alterations which are not listed in these instructions should not be made without the authorisation of a Quest 88
Limited representative. Any such adjustments will affect the UPI’s warranty. Quest 88 Limited do not take any
responsibility for any UPI which has been adapted or affected by actions not described in these instructions by
any individual not authorised by Quest 88 Limited.
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Before the UPI is Used
The UPI can be dismantled for transport
and storage. Before use it must be correctly
assembled. There are twomain components
to the UPI; the mobile base, and the hip
support section. It is essential that time and
consideration is taken whilst setting up the
UPI to ensure safe and easy use.
Assembling the UPI
The hip support section slides into the vertical
tubes on the base. There is an array of holes
on each of the vertical tubes on the base.
These provide the height adjustment of the
hip pad by fitting a circle pin clip through the
same height hole on each tube and into the
locator holes on the ends of the hip support
section. To position the vertical frame, pull the
circle clip pins out of the vertical tubes and
position the hip support section so that the
'U ' shapes of the pelvic supports are open
to the back of the UPI. (The front is marked
by the prop locator bolt). Slide the support
section into the vertical tubes and push the
circle clip pins into place (see section
Setting
Hip Height
)
Declaration of Conformity
Quest 88 Limited as manufacturer declares
that the Upi Standing Frame and associated
accessories conforms to the requirements
of the 93/42/EEC Guidelines as a Class 1
medical device.