Outback System Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc. P.O. Box 70 - 839 Albion Ave Burley, ID 83318 Phone: (208) 878-3840 Toll Free: (800) 543-4769 Fax: (208) 878-3841 Visit Us on the Web at: WWW.MULHOLLANDINC.COM Instruction Manual Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc. - (800) 543-4769 - WWW.MULHOLLANDINC.COM Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Notes: 19 Outback System Outback System Notes: Introduction Mulholland Outback is a multi-adjustable system designed to meet the frequently changed needs of individuals with Central Nervous System Deficits. When used interactively with therapy objectives, this system can aid in the development of funcional skills by assisting in the inhibition of abnormal reflex patterns and facilitation of more normal motor movements. Skeletal alignment can also be improved through the interactive use of a variety of available postural supports. This manual was developed to provide information on basic utilization of the Outback system. It does not cover all possible variations of components and needs which may exist. For situations or conditions beyond the scope of this manual, please contact your authorized Mulholland dealer, or call Mulholland Positioning Systems Inc at (800)543-4769, (805)5257165 or FAX (805)933-1082. Be sure to visit us on the web at: WWW.MULHOLLANDINC.COM 3 Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Notes: 17 Outback System Outback System System Adjustments IV. Removing Seat from Base - The outback features a seating system that can be removed from the base for transporting or storage. A. To remove seating systems from the base you must first disengage the front strut assembly by removing the ball-lock pin holding it in place. Push in on blue button and pull out. B. Using same method as used to remove, or change angle of footrest, Push pin inwards, and lift cam lever up to open position. Once both sides are open you will be able to lift and remove the seat assembly away from the base for storage or transport. Table of Contents Introduction........................................................3 Component Identification...................................6 Assembly Instructions.......................................7 System Adjustments........................................13 ASSEMBLY I. Base Assembly, pg. 7 A. Back Bar Assembly B. Adjusting Armrest Angle C. Armrest and Tray Assembly Features D. Adjusting Footrest Angle II. Attaching Seat Assembly, pg. 10 A.Locate Seat Attachments B. Seat Installation Process III. Mounting Back Assembly, pg. 11 A. Locate Back Attachments B. Back Installation Process IV. Attaching Anti-Tippers, pg. 12 A. Installation IIV. Attaching Push Handle, pg. 13 A. Installation SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS, pg. 13 I. Tilt-N-Space, pg. 13 II. Height Adjustment, pg. 13 III. Back Angle, pg. 14 IV. Base Length, pg. 14 IIV. Removing Seat From Base, pg. 16 5 Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. System Adjustments III. Back Angle - The back angle is set by changing the placement of the of the brack with the holes. Increasing the distance between these two mounts will cause the angle of the back to recline. You can also fine tune the angle by changing placement of screws in small holes in mounting bracket. Component Identification A. Anti-Tipper Assembly B. Push Bar C. Back Assembly D. Seat Assembly E. Wheeled Outback Base IV. Base Length - You can control the length of the base by telescoping the front caster wheel assembly in or out. To increase the length, remove screws fro top of base, slide to desired length (Both Sides), and replace screws. Repeat for both sides. (Below) 15 Outback System Outback System System Adjustments I. Tilt-N-Space - Using Step Tilt Pedal located on right side (users right side), depress this lever. Depressing this lever will allow you to tilt to the desired angle. Once the desired angle is acheived, release the foot pedal to set at desired angle. Step Tilt Pedal Release Pedal Set to Desired Angle Assembly Instructions II. Height Adjustment - Use Foot Pedal at Rear on the Left Side (User s Left) to control the height of the system. While pedal is depressed, you can change the height of the system by pushing forward, or to the rear with the push handle. ** NOTE: Be sure to check box for small parts or screws that may be needed in the assembly of this unit!! I. Base Assembly A. Back Bar Assembly - Fold back to upright position. Pins ,loacted at the bottom of each back bars, will click into place when back is fully upright. (Continued on next page) **NOTE : While changing height of system, the angle must also be changed while adjusting. To increase height, tilt system back first, then increase height. To lower system, tilt system forward first, then decrease height. 7 Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Assembly Instructions I. Base Assembly, Continued B. Adjusting Armrest Angle - Adjut angle of armrest by pushing forward on knob located on botton of armrest. This will disengage armrest to set angle. Release this knob to it s rear position to re-engage at desired angle. Assembly Instructions IIV. Attaching Push Handle A. Installation - Locate Handle. The push handle has a small push button at the bottom of the tubing. C. Armrest and Tray Assembly Features: - The tray bars are depth adjustable. By depressing the push button on the side of the armrest, you can slide the tray bars in and out to set at desired depth. When desired depth is acheived, you can attach the tray to the tray bars by pulling out on the pull ring while attaching to the bars. The tray mounts on the rear of the back when armrests and tray is not in use. (See Below Right) A. Installation, Continued - As with the AntiTippers, these buttons must be depressed while inserting into Receiver Bloacks. Make sure small push buttons lock into place. 8 13 Outback System Outback System Assembly Instructions IV. Attaching Anti-Tippers A. Installation - Locate Push Botton located on end of each Anti-Tipper Tubes. You must press this buton in to insert into the Anti-Tipper tube. Assembly Instructions I. Base Assembly, Continued C. Armrest and Tray Assembly Features - Continued: - Pull rings are attached to each side of the tray assembly. By pulling on both rings at the same time, the tray is able to be removed, or set at a different depth. A. Installation, Contiued - With push button depressed, slide AntiTipper into Frame Tube. Located on the side of the Frame Tube, ther is a hole. The Push Button should be aligned with this hole while inserting. The push button will snap into place in this hole. D Adjusting Footrest Angle - Adjust angle of footrest by pushing in on pin located on angle adjustable cam, then lifting up on levers. This will release the cam allowing angle to be set. Repeat this step for both sides. Close levers down when desired angle is acheived. 9 Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Mulholland Positoning Systems Inc. Assembly Instructions II. Attaching Seat Assembly A. Locate Seat Attachments ( Hanger Nuts ) - The seat is attached in front by connecting hooks on bottom of seat to the hanger nuts on the seat rails. When hooks are attached to both sides, pull cable on botton of seat at rear to engage rear of seat into the rear Receiver Nuts similar to the Hanger Nuts . Assembly Instructions III. Mounting Back Assembly A. Locate Back Attachments - Using the same method used to mount the seat assemblylocate the seat hooks on rear of the back assembly. REAR VIEW B. Back Installation Process - The back is attached on top by connecting hooks on top/rear of back assembly, to the hanger nuts on the back canes. When hooks are attached to both sides, pull cable on bottom/rear of the back assembly to engage bottom of back into the bottom Receiver Nuts similar to the Hanger Nuts . 11 ...