rifton Supine, Prone Stander User Guide
- August 11, 2024
- Rifton
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Supine, Prone Stander
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Specifications:
- Product: Rifton Stander Size 2
- Manufacturer: Rifton
- Model: Stander System
- Website: www.rifton.com
Product Usage Instructions:
Configuration and Component Usage:
The Rifton Stander system can be configured for prone or supine
use. Use components with GREEN tags for supine positioning and
components with BLUE tags for prone positioning. Ensure correct
straps and supports are used in each configuration to prevent falls
or strangulation.
Brakes:
Always engage brakes during transfers and standing to prevent
the product from tipping over.
Height Adjustment:
Use the hand crank to adjust the stander’s height according to
the user’s needs.
Frame Adjustments:
Make necessary frame adjustments for proper positioning and
stability.
Body Support Adjustment:
Adjust body support tilt, upper trunk support height, headrest
position, hip depth, hip abduction, thigh length, lower leg length,
hip flexion, knee flexion, and ankle plantar flexion/dorsiflexion
as needed for individual comfort and support.
FAQ:
Q: How do I know which components to use for supine or prone
positioning?
A: Components with GREEN tags are for supine positioning, while
components with BLUE tags are for prone positioning. Always refer
to the color-coded tags for the correct usage.
Q: What should I do to prevent falls or injuries during
adjustments?
A: Ensure all straps are secure and knobs are tightened before
making any adjustments to prevent falls or other injuries. Follow
the provided guidelines carefully.
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Rifton Stander Size 2
Thank you for choosing the Rifton Stander system.
This quick reference guide will help you with basic adjustments.
WARNING For more details and important safety information and
warnings, please consult the product manual.
UH73 Rev.01 © 2024 Rifton Equipment
Supine
Prone
Quick Reference Guide
Rifton PO Box 260 Rifton NY 12471 www.TrhifetoRnif.tcoonmstander system can be
configured for prone or supine use. Review the available components to
determine which your stander can be used for. Additional components can be
obtained from www.rifton.com.
Straps have color coded tags. Use components with GREEN tags for supine
positioning, and components with BLUE tags for prone positioning.
WARNING To avoid falls or strangulation, always ensure the correct straps and
supports are used in each configuration. The infographic to the left shows the
minimum straps
and supports required for safe positioning in prone and supine standing.
These minimum supports are denoted throughout this guide by for supine and
for prone.
Brakes
WARNING
Product can tip over if used incorrectly. Always engage
brakes during transfers and standing.
Height Adjustment
Use the hand crank to adjust stander height.
Release
Lock
Frame Adjustments
Frame Adjustments
Body Support Adjustment
Body Support Adjustment
Hip Adjustment
Hip Adjustment
Body support tilt
WARNING To prevent falls or other injury, ensure all straps are
secure and knobs tight before tilting client to a standing position.
Grasp the handle firmly and squeeze
2
the double trigger to adjust the body
1
support angle.
*Upper trunk support
SUPINE ONLY
Adjust the upper trunk support height by squeezing the two white triggers
together and moving it to the desired location.
Headrest SUPINE ONLY
The headrest is attached to the upper
trunk support. Adjust the headrest
A
forward and back using the center
knob (A). Optional head laterals slide
into the slots behind the headrest.
Loosen the knob to adjust independently
in height and width.
Hip depth adjustment
Adjust the hip depth, moving the whole leg support forward or back relative to the body support by turning the top knob (B) behind the hip support pad. Read the position on the indicator (C)
C
B
Hip abduction
Loosen knob (A) behind the user’s hip
A
to adjust abduction angle, and tighten
in the desired position.
Thigh length
Loosen the knob (B) behind the
center of the thigh pad and adjust
the length of the hip to knee
segment. It is easier to move this by
pushing up or down lower on the
B
leg support, near the sandal.
C
TIP: Align the user’s hips at the labeled marking. Align the center of the user’s knee with the knee strap attachment posts (C).
Lower leg length
Loosen the knob (A) behind the lower leg pad and adjust the length of the knee
to foot segment.
Hip Flexion
B
Adjust hip flexion using the knob (B) toward the outside of the hip. To adjust the leg support below the plane of the body support, pull the red trigger (C).
Knee Flexion
Adjust the knee flexion angle using the knob (D) behind the knee.
Ankle plantar flexion/dorsiflexion
Use the knob on the inner side of the sandal to adjust ankle plantar
flexion/dorsiflexion.
**Sandals
Loosen the knob under the sandal to rotate the sandal or move it forward or
backward. The front and rear foot straps have magnetic buckles. Adjust the
length of the heel cup using the velcro strap.
Tray
Loosen the knob that faces forward to adjust tray height.
Tray adjustments Loosen all three knobs that face downward to rotate and
position the tray. The knob under the center of the tray also allows some
angle adjustment.
3 knobs for rotation
A D
C
Tray Height
Thigh Length
Lower Leg Length
Advanced Leg supports
Ankle / Sandals
Tray Adjustments
Thigh Medial / Laterals
A A
A
Trunk Laterals
All Straps
Trunk Strap
Supine Hip Strap
Medial/Lateral thigh supports
Mount the medial/lateral thigh supports on the inside for medial support, or
on the outside for lateral support. Adjust the width using the white trigger
(A). The mounting bracket is off-center, so the pad has two possible height
positions. Swap pads to change height position.
Trunk laterals
Attach the laterals at the level of
either the trunk or pelvis. Adjust width
using trigger (B) on the side of body
support. Adjust height by loosening the knob (C) on the outside and
B
moving the pad up or down. The pads
swing away for transfers using the
C
white button (D).
D
All straps
To attach straps to the body support, insert the tip of the clip into the
correct socket behind the body support and pull forward until it clicks. Pull
the clip back and away from the pad to remove the strap.
**Trunk strap/trunk rotation
control strap
WARNING
To prevent falls or other injury, all users should be
secured with a trunk strap (or butterfly harness
in supine configuration).
These straps may be used in prone or supine. The rotation control strap has a webbing loop that runs behind the pad. Close the padded strap snugly around the user, then close the buckle and tighten either side to control rotation of the trunk.
*Hip strap/hip rotation
control strap
These straps are used in supine configuration. The rotation control strap has
a webbing loop that runs behind the trunk support pad. Close the padded strap
snugly around the user, then close the buckle and tighten either side to
control rotation of the pelvis.
Butterfly harness
WARNING To prevent strangulation, always attach center safety
strap and make sure all straps are snug before every use.
In supine standing a butterfly harness may be used in place of a trunk strap.
Use all five attachment points.
Knee straps
WARNING To prevent strangulation or other injury, in supine the
user’s knees MUST be secured with knee straps or split knee supports.
The knee straps clip onto the posts on either side of the knee. Pull the strap
end to tighten and pull the plastic tab to loosen before unclipping the strap.
Split knee supports
The keyhole in each of the split knee supports mounts to the post on the
lateral sides of each knee and is secured with a bolt and knob (A) through the
slot below the mount.
Adjust depth using knob (B) on top of the mount. Adjust angle using knob (A)
below the mount. For transfers flip the support to the side using trigger (C).
*Pelvic harness
WARNING To prevent strangulation or other injury, in prone
standing the prone pelvic harness MUST be used with all five attachment points
secured.
Use the three buckles on the right side and center when transferring the user
in and out. Tighten lower side straps first when positioning.
Prone knee cuff The Prone knee cuffs clip onto the posts on either side of the
knee. Pull the strap end to tighten and pull the plastic tab to loosen before
unclipping the strap.
B C
Butterfly Harness
Knee Straps
Split Knee Blocks
Pelvic Harness
Prone Knee Cuffs
TO PRONE
Multi-Position Stander ONLY Switching between PRONE and SUPINE
1. Remove upper trunk support
Squeeze the triggers on the back of the trunk support. Pull the upper trunk
support up and rotate it back to remove it.
4. Remove knee straps
Optional prone knee cuffs may be added.
2. Switch tray direction
If the tray is used, loosen attachment knob (A), remove the tray and attach it
facing the other direction. For use in prone, adjust the tray up, and the
caregiver handle down and out of the way.
5. Rotate sandals 180°
Loosen the knob under the sandal (B), rotate it to the desired position, and
tighten the knob.
3. Switch to pelvic harness
Remove the supine hip strap. Install the pelvic harness by attaching all 5
attachment clips.
6. Adjust leg supports
Adjust hip flexion and knee flexion if using the advanced leg supports.
Pelvic harness
Supine hip strap
B
1. Add upper trunk support
Insert the stampings into slots on top of body support. Squeeze triggers on
back of body support to adjust the upper trunk support down to the desired
position.
4. Add knee straps
Clip the knee straps onto the posts on either side of the knee.
2. Switch tray direction
If the tray is used, loosen attachment knob (A), remove the tray and attach it
facing the other direction.
5. Rotate sandals 180°
Loosen the knob under the sandal (B), rotate it to the desired position, and
tighten the knob.
3. Switch to supine hip strap
Remove the pelvic harness at all 5 attachment points. Install the supine hip
strap (standard, or rotation control).
6. Adjust leg supports
Adjust hip flexion and knee flexion if using the advanced leg supports.
TO SUPINE