We are pleased to be able to give you an introduction to the THERA-Trainer with this user manual. This user manual will help you get to know your THERA-Trainer better. It will safely guide you through the functions and control options and provide you with tips and information on how best to use your new software.
Crossbeam (14) Impact protection The models of the THERA-Trainer have different features. This does not change the mode of operation of movement training. The contents of this user manual (such as safety instructions, foreseeable misuse, intended purpose, etc.) are valid for all models of the type THERA-Trainer bemo.
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo INTRODUCTION We are pleased to be able to give you an introduction to the THERA-Trainer bemo with this user manual. The following instructions for use refer to the essential functions that are important for understanding how the THERA-Trainer bemo works and how it is used.
Individuals who use the THERA-Trainer for initial or recurring training. ‒ Patients are instructed by the manufacturer or by specialists trained by the manufacturer. ‒ Patients may not instruct other patients in the use of the THERA-Trainer. Article no. A007-661_Rev 2.0 - Last edited: 2020-06-02...
The THERA-Trainer moves the patient. Patients do not use their own muscle power. ‒ When switched on, the THERA-Trainer will always start with passive exercise at the set number of revolutions. Assistive training ‒ A combination of active and passive exercise.
‒ Power cable ‒ User manual Depending on the model, the additional assistance system T.assist may be included in the base unit bemo: ‒ A006-878 – base unit bemo + T.assist T.assist: The assistance system for safe therapy including 1. two distance sensors 2.
The THERA-Trainer bemo is also used for mobilisation during dialysis. The THERA-Trainer bemo is suitable for use in closed rooms in facilities (e.g. clinics, homes, therapy practices, dialysis, etc.) for: ‒...
Page 11
Only train one side when unused foot rests or adapters for upper body training are not plugged in. In the case of paralysis, spasms or weak legs, use the THERA-Trainer only with the relevant options. Set sensitivity of spasm detection to fit the patient’s needs.
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Note After shipping, leave the THERA-Trainer at room temperature for 1 hour before using it for the first time. Surface temperatures of the THERA-Trainer may increase/decrease due to external heat or cold sources (e.g. sunlight, outdoor environment).
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo SYSTEM Technical data THERA-Trainer Dimensions l x w x h 89 cm x 143 cm x 118 – 158 cm Floor space: approx. 1.3 m² Weight approx. 86.5 kg Bed/couch width up to 115 cm Radius of movement: ‒...
Volume of beeps: +- 2 dB (A) ‒ Detection zone of distance sensors: +- 3 cm Area of application/set-up conditions The THERA-Trainer bemo is limited for use in an environment such as professional health care facilities: ‒ Hospitals (patient rooms, intensive care) ‒...
The securing system consists of a hexagon. Turn the crank of the foot rest so that the hexagon is aligned with the receptacle. The THERA-Trainer displays the selected position of the radius of movement in the control and display unit.
The securing system consists of a hexagon. Turn the crank of the adapter so that the hexagon is aligned with the receptacle. The THERA-Trainer displays the selected position of the radius of movement in the control and display unit. 10.2.4.
Make sure that the circular connector is plugged in correctly when connecting the unit. Note position of plug. Make sure that during operation of the THERA-Trainer only the control and display unit bemo 2.7" wireless with article no. A006-172 is connected.
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Positioning of control and display unit: Hook control and display unit into mounting hook 1. ‒ Mounting options on lifting column or crossbeam. Make sure that the spiral cable does not get into foot rests or upper body exerciser accessories during training.
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Plug potential equalization cable into socket 1. Make sure that the other end of the equipotential bonding cable is connected to the socket of the room. Make sure that the potential equalisation cable does not get into foot rests or upper body exerciser accessories during training.
Starting up the THERA-Trainer: Connect power plug to socket. Operating system boots up. After the operating system has booted up, the THERA-Trainer is ready for operation. Make sure that the audio-visual signal is working when T.assist is available (see chapter 17.3.5).
Make sure that no body parts are pinched when the height of the lifting column is lowered. ‒ If distance detection responds, the height adjustment process of the THERA-Trainer stops (see chapter 17.3.3). Article no. A007-661_Rev 2.0 - Last edited: 2020-06-02...
Radius of movement – position 2 = 85 mm ‒ The THERA-Trainer recognises which positions have been selected (see chapter 18.1.3). It is possible to set different ranges of movement on the right and left side, e.g. for different leg lengths or different mobility.
Only transport the THERA-Trainer with double steering castors on level and firm ground. When installing the THERA-Trainer, make sure that the trainer is placed on a level, firm and non-slip surface and that the parking brakes are locked. Reposition the THERA-Trainer if the position of the trainer changes during therapy.
14.2. Warning notice regarding installation Do not use the THERA-Trainer in the immediate vicinity of other devices or stacked with other devices. If there is no alternative to operation next to or stacked with other devices, observe the THERA-Trainer to check if the arrangement permits it to work as intended.
Page 25
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Table 5 - AC gate for power input: Phenomenon Basic standard Interference immunity test levels Domestic healthcare environment Fast transient electrical IEC 61000-4-4 ± 2 kV disturbances / Bursts 100 kHz repetition frequency Surge voltages IEC 61000-4-5 ±...
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Table 9 - Test specifications for the interference immunity of casings to high-frequency wireless communication equipment: Test Frequency Radio service Modulation Maximum Distance Interference frequency band [MHz] Output immunity [MHz] [Watt] test levels [V/m] 380 to 390...
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo 14.6. Statement for Class B digital device acc. to FCC 15.105 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
‒ For patients who weigh less than 180 kg. In principle, the same indications and contraindications apply to therapy with the THERA-Trainer as to manual therapeutic treatment. Knowledge about contraindications is essential in order not to put patients at risk.
‒ acute neurological deficiencies. ‒ recently herniated discs. ‒ previously damaged tendons (risk of rupture). Use the THERA-Trainer in consultation with a doctor in the case of: ‒ severe pain during exercise. ‒ epilepsy. ‒ dislocation of the shoulder and hip.
Place the THERA-Trainer on a level, firm and non-slip surface. Make sure parking brakes are locked correctly. Position the THERA-Trainer so that the power plug is easily accessible and can be pulled out of the socket quickly in case of emergency.
A beep will sound and the screen backlight will turn off. To activate the THERA-Trainer: Press any button on the control and display unit. Operating system boots up. After the operating system has booted up, the THERA-Trainer is ready for operation. Article no. A007-661_Rev 2.0 - Last edited: 2020-06-02...
Wait 5 seconds. Connect power plug. Press the START button to start the new training session. If the THERA-Trainer immediately starts with the training session after you press the START button: Press emergency stop button. ‒...
Stop shock position movement of the bed/couch. Put patient in shock position. ‒ Use lifting columns (raise) to raise legs. - OR - ‒ Remove the THERA-Trainer from bed/couch and continue shock position movement of bed/couch. Article no. A007-661_Rev 2.0 - Last edited: 2020-06-02...
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Compatibility check for beds/couches with shock position feature: Make sure that a training session with the THERA-Trainer and bed/couch is possible. ‒ Collision with the THERA-Trainer during shock position: Distance detection responds. Training is possible.
Set the height of the bed/couch to the lowest position. Adjust height of trainer to move trainer over bed/couch. ‒ Hold the THERA-Trainer by the lifting column, crossbeam or drive unit to position it. Position the trainer in front of the patient. ‒...
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo 17.5.2. Secure the arms Variants: Therapy grips Wristbands for therapy grips Tetra special grips Arm rests with bar-shaped Wristbands for arm rests with grips bar-shaped grips Select accessories to secure the arms as needed by the patient.
The following diagram shows the joint forces acting on a patient. Upper body training is limited to a maximum drive power of 8 Nm. The THERA-Trainer automatically detects whether a leg exerciser or upper body exerciser accessory is plugged in. The drive power is automatically limited during an upper body training session.
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Training 18.1. Control and display unit 18.1.1. Overview Training parameters display Lift column height buttons Emergency stop button Easy entry button Training time buttons Exercising resistance buttons Number of revolutions buttons STOP button START button (10) Spasm detection button (11) Direction of rotation button 18.1.2.
Page 39
Wait 5 seconds. Connect power plug. Press the START button to start the new training session. If the THERA-Trainer immediately starts with the training session after you press the START button: Press emergency stop button. ‒...
Page 40
1. Arrow up: forward direction of rotation 2. Arrow down: backward direction of rotation ‒ THERA-Trainer gradually reduces the number of revolutions to 0 rpm and resumes movement in the opposite direction with a pre-set number of revolutions. Exercising resistance buttons: ...
Key sound ON/OFF display Stand-by mode display: ‒ If no button of the THERA-Trainer has been pressed for more than 5 minutes: The screen light on control and display unit switches off. Red LED lights up. If T.assist is available, the status lights switch off.
Page 42
‒ Easy entry active symbol The THERA-Trainer automatically detects whether a leg exerciser or upper body exerciser accessory is plugged in. After approximately one turn of the crank, the relevant symbol is displayed in the status bar. The maximum drive power is automatically limited to 8 Nm during an upper body training session.
3. Apply settings Press START button. ‒ Sub menu is closed. The THERA-Trainer is in START mode. 4. Reject settings Press STOP button. ‒ Sub menu is closed. The THERA-Trainer is in START mode.
Page 44
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Spasm detection: Enables the threshold to be set at which the sensors detect an inadmissible reaction of the patient and stop the motor in order to minimise the risk of overstraining. ‒ fine (1) Patients with very sensitive joints and tendons. Motor will stop even at slight resistance.
Use easy entry for easier exit (see chapter 18.1.2). With upper body training, remove arms from therapy grips/arm rests. Adjust height of the THERA-Trainer to be able to move it over the bed/couch. Release parking brakes. Move trainer to the back away from the bed/couch.
Prior to any cleaning or disinfection, disconnect the power plug from the socket. Make sure that no cleaning agent or disinfectant gets into the THERA-Trainer. If any cleaning agent or disinfectant gets into the THERA-Trainer, contact a trained supplier immediately. NOTE! Material damage due to incorrect cleaning or disinfection.
Page 47
Carefully clean and disinfect foils and stickers to avoid damaging them. Allow cleaned/disinfected parts to dry completely. Only use the THERA-Trainer again after the contact time and drying time defined by disinfectant manufacturer has passed. Follow the instructions of the disinfectant manufacturer, as well as applicable legal provisions.
Number of revolutions or performance upper limits exceeded. Reduce exercising resistance or number of rotations. ‒ Error E553 remains displayed until the THERA-Trainer is within the number of revolutions or performance upper limits. E554 Number of revolutions or performance upper limits continuously exceeded. The THERA-Trainer ends the training session.
Page 49
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Error code Troubleshooting E558 Determination of the transmission ratio incorrect. Make sure that a foot rest or upper body training adapter is plugged in on the left and right. Run transmission ratio service function (request corresponding information from the manufacturer).
Contact trained supplier. E676 / E677 / The THERA-Trainer detects over- or under-voltage. Start training only when the THERA-Trainer has been started via the START button. E678 / E679 / E680 / E681 If error message occurs repeatedly: ...
Page 51
User manual THERA-Trainer bemo Note Article no. A007-661_Rev 2.0 - Last edited: 2020-06-02...
Page 52
Internet: www.thera-trainer.de The manufacturer hereby declares that the radio equipment type Control and Display Unit bemo 2.7" wireless (model: TT-BAE2-17-01) complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity and further declarations of conformity are available at the following Internet address: www.thera-trainer.de...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the BEMO and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers