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Hip Fall Detector
User Guide
ESUGSC158
Version 1.1
December 2019

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  • Page 1 Care@Home ™ Hip Fall Detector User Guide ESUGSC158 Version 1.1 December 2019...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Overview ............................3 Integrating the HFD with the Hip Protector ..................5 2.1. Pairing the HFD with the Basic Service .................. 5 2.2. Installing the HFD with the Active Service ................6 2.3. Testing Fall Detection ......................7 2.4.
  • Page 3: Overview

    Overview 1. Overview The Essence Hip Fall Detector (HFD) is an innovative, wearable, multi-function, emergency device, integrated with Care@Home , for detecting falls and signaling emergency situations. The HFD can be ™ used:  At home, with the basic service ...
  • Page 4 Overview HFD features include:  Fully water resistant (IP67)  Wireless connectivity with the control panel of up to 400 m (1,312 ft.) in the open air  Up to six months battery life  Configurable emergency press duration  Lightweight ...
  • Page 5: Integrating The Hfd With The Hip Protector

    Integrating the HFD with the Hip Protector 2. Integrating the HFD with the Hip Protector Integrating the HFD with the hip protector includes:  Pairing the HFD with the Basic Service – or - Installing the HFD with the Active Service ...
  • Page 6: Installing The Hfd With The Active Service

    Integrating the HFD with the Hip Protector 2.2. Installing the HFD with the Active Service Using the HFD with Active service requires the resident to carry a working smartphone when outside their home. If the resident has Active service, installation requires pairing the device with the control panel using the Active app.
  • Page 7: Testing Fall Detection

    Integrating the HFD with the Hip Protector 2.3. Testing Fall Detection Fall tests are recorded in the control panel log. If enabled by the administrator, fall tests also issue a medical alarm (MA). Refer to ESUGSC105 Care@Home CMS Free Fall Technical Note. Actual falls generate a medical alarm regardless of fall test settings.
  • Page 8 Integrating the HFD with the Hip Protector 2. Push the HFD hook down into the hole. 3. Push the HFD back behind the upper flap. Upper flap Care@Home™ Hip Fall Detector User Guide...
  • Page 9: Operating The Hfd

    Operating the HFD 3. Operating the HFD Operate the HFD by pressing the panic button. The HFD automatically sends notifications to the control panel for certain events. 3.1. Notifications The HFD sends notifications to the control panel for the following events: ...
  • Page 10: Replacing The Hfd Battery

    Replacing the HFD Battery 4. Replacing the HFD Battery The HFD uses a 3V CR2450 lithium battery. When you receive a low battery message, replace the battery. To replace the battery: 1. Fold the hip protector, so that the HFD begins to pop out. 2.
  • Page 11 Replacing the HFD Battery 3. Remove the cover by pushing the hook away from you while pulling the HFD towards you. Caution: Avoid pressing the HFD button when opening and closing the HFD. 4. Remove the old battery. 5. Reassemble the HFD, as shown below. Align New battery, + side these...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    1 x 3V CR2450 lithium battery  Approved manufacturers: Panasonic and Energizer  Up to six months NOTE: Nominal battery life is computed according to Essence's standard usage parameters. Physical  Dimensions (W x Diameter): 12 x 40 mm (0.47 x 1.58 in.) ...
  • Page 13 - Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. WARNING! Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance (Essence SmartCare Ltd.) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Care@Home™ Hip Fall Detector User Guide...
  • Page 14 Nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring by implication, estoppels, or otherwise any license or right, either express or implied, under any patent or trademark of Essence or any third party. No use of any trademark may be made without the prior written authorization of Essence.

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