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- Page 1 Espire Elbow ™ Classic Plus, Classic, and Basic user guide...
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Page 2: Intended Use Statement
WHAT’S INCLUDED WITH YOUR DEVICE Espire Elbow System Welcome to the Espire Elbow system from College Park Industries. The following pages will cover everything you need to know about the elbow operation. If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please contact your prosthetist. -
Page 3: Technical Specifications
15 degrees from vertical. BATTERY (CLASSIC PLUS ONLY) The Espire Classic Plus has a built-in battery compartment which could be used to house a battery. The charging port and switch may be located near this compartment. Your prosthetist can instruct you on how to use it properly. -
Page 4: Manual Lock
MANUAL LOCK MANUAL LOCK OVERVIEW The Espire features a mechanical locking mechanism that can be locked or unlocked while under load, with a maximum holding limit of 25lbs. The manual lock cable is attached to the upper elbow assembly, near the midline. The lock can be engaged every 10 degrees (13 positions). - Page 5 Pull on the lock cable to engage/disengage the lock. Lock response will vary by the amount of force applied. Standard Lock-Unlock A strong cable pull (clicking sound) disengages or re- engages the lock. Temporary Unlock A light cable pull (no click) unlocks the elbow joint temporarily.
- Page 6 THE COUNTERBALANCE / SPRING ASSIST COUNTERBALANCE AND SPRING ASSIST OVERVIEW Depending on which model you are using, the Espire will include either a counterbalance or spring assist mechanism: Espire Model Lift Compensation Aid Hybrid, Classic Plus, Classic Counterbalance Basic Spring Assist Both the counterbalance and spring assist aid in flexion and extension of the Espire Elbow.
- Page 7 COUNTERBALANCE ADJUSTMENT Direction Adjustment Result Turn the dial backward to increase the Supports more counterbalance weight. load on the elbow Note: Elbow cannot be over-adjusted in this direction, it will simply reach maximum flexion. Turn the dial forward to decrease the Supports less counterbalance weight.
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Page 8: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ▪ Perspiration can diminish the performance of myoelectrodes (Classic Plus only). Remove the prosthesis and wipe down the inside of the socket with a clean cloth, including the electrodes. ▪ The inside of the socket may be cleaned with mild soap and water or isopropyl alcohol. Caution: The Espire Elbow should never be serviced while connected to the end-user. - Page 9 User Guide Espire Elbow | 8...
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Page 10: Intended Users
Espire Elbow, resulting in a risk of injury. No modifications on your Espire Elbow except those described in this information document are authorized. The Espire Elbow and damaged components may only be opened or repaired by certified College Park technicians. Caution: Penetration of dirt and humidity The penetration of dirt and humidity may lead to faulty control or malfunction of the Espire Elbow and result in a risk of injury. - Page 11 For insurance purposes, drivers should have their driving ability examined and approved by an authorized test center. For maximum safety and convenience, College Park recommends that, at the very least, a specialist evaluate the need for any adaptations to the car (such as installing a steering fork).
- Page 12 Caution: Risk of pinching where the elbow joint bends Ensure that fingers and other body parts are not in this area when bending the elbow joint. Warning: Using with Other Equipment Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation.
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Page 13: Symbol Definition
Definition Source Symbol Protection against solid foreign objects of 12.5 mm diameter and IEC 60601-1, greater, and protection against vertically falling water drops when tilted Table D.3, Symbol 2 up to 15 degrees. Medical device manufacturer. ISO 15223-1, Clause 5.1.1 China RoHS Mark I logo. - Page 14 NOTES 13 | Espire Elbow - User Guide...
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- Page 16 800.728.7950 | 586.294.7950 | college-park.com COLLEGE PARK INDUSTRIES, INC 27955 College Park Dr. Warren, MI 48088 USA EMERGO EUROPE Prinsessegracht 20, 2514 AP The Hague, Netherlands Australian Sponsor EMERGO AUSTRALIA Level 20, Tower II, Darling Park, 201 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia MADE IN THE USA ©2019 College Park Industries, Inc.
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