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- Page 1 User’s Guide Product Type ： NE－Z41， NE－Z41SH Document Number ： 81-SS00126(Ver.5) Date of issue ： 2022-12-01 Related prosthetist IFU: 81-SS00125(Ver.5) Language: English CAUTION ■Carefully read the User’s Guide prior to use. ■Keep this User’s Guide for future reference.
- Page 2 This user's guide (hereinafter referred to as this document) was produced by Nabtesco Corporation to ensure safe and comfortable use of ALLUX™. This document describes matters concerning typical usage such as fitting and walking, maintenance, trouble shooting and cautionary notes that anyone utilizing ALLUX™...
- Page 3 Although there are a lot of instructions and prohibitions for handling ALLUX (assembling, adjusting and maintaining the prosthesis), all these matters cannot be described in this document or on the warning labels on the body of ALLUX Therefore, when handling ALLUX...
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Page 4: About This Document
This document is intended for the prosthetic users. Copyright Nabtesco owns the copyright for this document. It is not permitted to duplicate any part of drawings and technical documents including this document by any means (copying or recording on electronic media) without our prior authorization. -
Page 5: Structure Of This Document
Title of chapter Contents Introduction Outline and purposes of this document Important information Purpose of use, information for safe handling of ALLUX About This Document Notes on this document Structure of This Document Contents of each chapter in this document 1. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
… … …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.3 Caution … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.4 Notice 2 Product Overview … …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.1 Overview of ALLUX … …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.2 Basic structure … ………………………………………………………………………………… 2.3 Certification of International Standard … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ... - Page 7 Table of Contents 6 States of ALLUX …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.1 States of ALLUX … … ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.2 Normal use state ………………………………………………………… 6.2.1 When battery charger or power OFF cap is disconnected ………………………………………………………………………………… 6.2.2 When power is turned off for charging ...
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Page 8: 1 Safety Precautions
■Do not use for sports. ■Do not use for any purpose other than prosthesis knee joint. The parts could be damaged or broken, thus resulting in a fall. ■When bending ALLUX , do not put your hand behind the knee joint. -
Page 9: Caution
1.3 Caution Strictly observe the following instructions to use the product safely. CAUTION ■The adjustment of ALLUX must be done by a certified prosthetist of ALLUX handling. Incorrect adjustment could impair walking safety and comfort. ■Charge the main body of ALLUX before using it. -
Page 10: 2 Product Overview
Product Overview 2.1 Overview of ALLUX ALLUX is a knee joint with a four-Bar linkage mechanism to electronically control the stance and swing phases. It provides smooth walking according to the walking speed and enables yielding required for descending a slope or stairs. The safety... -
Page 11: Certification Of International Standard
■Do not use the peripheral devices other than those specified, with the exception of transducers and cables sold by Nabtesco Corporation as replacement parts for internal components. That may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of ALLUX CAUTION ■Do not use ALLUX adjacent to other equipment. -
Page 12: Specifications
●Dimensions ： NE-Z41 NE-Z41SH 295mm 287mm 30mm 22mm 268mm 266mm 15mm 15mm 21mm 21mm 76mm 68mm 16.5mm 14mm ※ 1 inch = 25.4mm ※ The above specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. ALLUX User’s Guide... -
Page 13: 3 Before Use
※ The shape of the plug depends on the form ordered. ※ Backup battery pac may not be included depending on the form ordered. ■Do not use non-designated peripheral devices. NOTICE That might cause a crash of ALLUX ALLUX User’s Guide... -
Page 14: 4 Safe Posture
5 minutes after lightly bending and extending, or 5 minutes after removing your body weight and then applying it, or 5 minutes after disconnecting the battery charger or power OFF cap from ALLUX Once ALLUX communication is established, this state lasts until communication is disconnected. -
Page 15: Allux Tm Operational Modes
Selective Modes by Application Remote Control 5.1 ALLUX operational modes ALLUX has five operational modes. 1.Normal mode 2.Flexion angle limit mode 3.Variable selective flexion lock mode 4.Full extension lock mode 5.Free swing mode Use the Application Remote Control to change the operational modes. The optional buttons on the Application Remote Control can be customized as appropriate. -
Page 16: Operation With The Application Remote Control
■Connecting and disconnecting the battery charger and power off NOTICE cap will result in ALLUX™ returning to the normal mode set using the '1' button on the Application Remote Control. Please exercise caution as the status may differ before and after charging. -
Page 17: Normal Mode
A free state continues, which may cause a knee to bend. CAUTION 5.4.5 Safety lock When under a burden and knees are bent continually for a few seconds, ALLUX locks the flexion resistance at a certain angle. (This function can be turned off or the sensitivity can be adjusted.) -
Page 18: Bicycle
Selective Modes by Application Remote Control 5.4.6 Bicycle When riding a bicycle with ALLUX , lower the Stance Resistance value to a low setting to allow it to easily flex. ■If riding a bicycle is more comfortable in “Free mode”, make sure the user is able to stand using their sound side while in the riding position. -
Page 19: 6 States Of Allux
The vibrator may be defective. Cautions and warnings cannot be given. Flexion/extension resistance may suddenly change, leading to a fall. ■Charge the battery every day regardless of the usage of ALLUX Even when not walking the sensors will be on and draining the battery. -
Page 20: Normal Use State
ALLUX will enter the normal usage condition, and the vibration will activate to indicate the residual capacity of the internal power supply of ALLUX . After removing the battery charger and power OFF connector, connect the charging port cap (NE-CC01). -
Page 21: Use Of Backup Battery Pac
6.2.3 Use of backup battery pac When the internal battery capacity allows for less than 3 hours of walking, the warning vibration will be activated. When the battery is exhausted, the control of ALLUX will be stopped. Connecting the backup battery pac (NE-SB01) before the internal battery runs out enables the user to use ALLUX continuously for one day. - Page 22 ■Do not drop from a height. Do not allow strong shock. Could result in a malfunction. ■Do not use if liquid leaks or an abnormal odor is exuded. Could lead to failure of the main ALLUX unit. ■Do not allow babies, children or animals to touch, lick or put in their mouths̶may cause explosion of battery.
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Page 23: Battery Exhaustion (Zero Battery)
■Service life: 1 year NE-SB01 6.2.4 Battery exhaustion (zero battery) When the internal power supply has exhausted and ALLUX cannot be used, the warning about battery exhaustion will be given by vibration. Then, the vibration for request for safe posture will be given. When the user takes the safe posture, the... -
Page 24: In High-Temperature State
ALLUX is used continuously, the vibration for alerting the user to stop using due to high temperature will be given. When the user takes the safe posture, ALLUX will be locked (yielding resistance with high flexion resistance). After the temperature drops, ALLUX can be used again. -
Page 25: In Case Of Malfunction
States of ALLUX 【When the temperature is increasing】 sec * times with sec interval * Stop walking with the yielding function or take a rest and stay still until ALLUX cools down. 【When the temperature has abnormally increased】 sec * times＋... -
Page 26: Vibration Alert Pattern Chart
⑥. sec * times＋ The status of ALLUX ™ is abnormal and normal walking is When the main ALLUX™ not supported. The abnormal status could be resolved by ● ⑨... - Page 27 States of ALLUX The figure below provides the different types of ALLUX™ status and the transitionary vibration notification patterns. ⑤ Mode operation ⑫ ⑪Safety lock Restart ②③ disconnect the Do this battery charger Do this four times. four times. normal charging ⑩...
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Page 28: 7 Charging Procedures
The vibration may be defective. Cautions and warnings cannot be given. WARNING Flexion/extension resistance may suddenly change, leading to a fall. ■Do not use for any purpose other than charging ALLUX ■Do not connect any adapter other than the supplied AC adapter to the battery charger. -
Page 29: Charging Procedures
●Remove the Charging port cap (NE-CC01) of ALLUX ●Remove it sliding the connector cover lever in the arrow direction. ●Connect the battery charger connector to the connector terminal of ALLUX while sliding along the guide from outside the frame. * If you try to connect from an angle, the pins of the connector terminal will be bent and charging will not be possible. -
Page 30: Charging The Backup Battery Pac
●The LED lamp on the battery charger will light on in orange. * If the temperature of ALLUX is higher than +40℃/+104℉ just after ALLUX used, the green LED lamp will flash. ●When charging is completed after a certain time, the LED lamp will turn green. -
Page 31: Indication By Led Lamp On Battery Charger
■Make sure the extension is used on the ankle side. Using it on the socket side may lead to the cable getting caught when ALLUX bends. ■Make sure the cable does not get caught in the socket when... -
Page 32: 8 Maintenance Parts
DO NOT undertake any maintenance actions on the device. ■Do not apply a commonly-sold lubricant. NOTICE Such lubricant may impede a smooth bending of ALLUX 【Replacement of battery】 If the battery life is coming to an end, contact to your prosthetist. The... -
Page 33: Troubleshooting List
Troubleshooting 9.1 Troubleshooting list Should you encounter any issues in the use of your ALLUX , please check the following list. If you are encountering an issue not listed in the below list, please contact your prosthetist. Issue Check item... - Page 34 Check that load is not applied Since the stumbling lock is effective,it to the toe to flex ALLUX after is necessary to sit down without transition to the swing phase. applying load or sit down with the yielding function.
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Page 35: 10 Disposal
When disposing of ALLUX , comply with the rules stipulated in the local community. If you return it to Nabtesco after giving such a notification,we will dispose of it for you. Part name Classification of material... -
Page 36: 11 Periodic Inspection
Periodic Inspection 11.1 Periodic Inspection In ensuring safe use please make sure ALLUX ™ has a periodic inspection after 2 years of use. The periodic inspection will be performed free of charge within the warranty period. After the warranty period has expired, the periodic inspection will be performed at the user’s expense. -
Page 37: Warranty
12.1 Warranty 1） The main ALLUX ™ unit is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase (basic contract) and the designated devices described on page 6 a period of 1 year. If failure or damage is caused by inadequacies of design or manufacture of the equipment supplied by us during the warranty period under normal usage, we will repair or replace the relevant part(s). -
Page 38: Warranty Periods Of Designated Devices
Warranty 12.2 Warranty periods of designated devices The warranty periods of the designated devices used for ALLUX , such as the battery charger, are shown in the following table. Charging port cap 1 year NE-CC01 Power OFF cap 1 year... -
Page 39: Repair
Repair of external painting will be performed at the user’s expense. Ask the Distributor for estimation. 3） If ALLUX must be repaired after the warranty period has expired, the warranty period only for the repaired part will be extended for 6 months. -
Page 40: 13 Symbols Used
Articulation de genou prothétique Prothesekniescharnier Prothesenkniegelenk Global Trade NE-Z41 ALLUX F8111270104901 Serial number Item Number ( 0 1 ) 0 4 5 6 2 2 0 4 1 8 0 6 6 8 ( 1 1 ) 2 1 0 3 2 9 ( 2 1 ) C P 0 5 1 0 1... -
Page 41: Ac Adapter Label (Ac Adapter)
When disposing of it, follow the rules of the local government. The input is an AC power supply of 47 to 63Hz at 100 to 240V up to 0.4A.The output is a DC power suppy with a maximum of 1.25A at 12V. ALLUX User’s Guide... -
Page 42: Backup Battery Label （Backup Battery Pac
Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use. Lithium ion battery 13.7 Backup battery holder label （Backup battery holder） Wash by hand chlorine and oxygen bleach is prohibited Ironing is prohibited Dry cleaning is prohibited Tumble drying is prohibited ALLUX User’s Guide... - Page 43 MEMO Symbols Used...
- Page 44 Manufacture Authorized representative for EU countries Nabtesco Corporation PROTEOR SAS 6 rue de la Redoute Accessibility Innovations Company 21850 Saint-Apollinaire Assistive Products Department France 35,Uozakihama-machi,Higashinada-ku KOBE,658-0024,JAPAN TEL: +33 3 80 78 42 42 Phone: +81-78-413-2724 FAX: +33 3 80 78 42 15...