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1 General Information 1 General Information • The product ergoselect bears the CE marking CE‑0123 • On request ergoline GmbH will provide a Field Service (Notified Body: TÜV), indicating its compliance with the Manual. provisions of the Council Directive 93/42/EEC about medical devices and fulfills the essential requirements •...
Attention is drawn to the fact that local laws take priority over the above mentioned requirements. Note If in doubt, please consult your local dealer or ergoline GmbH. The device characteristics determined by emissions allow the device to be used in industrial environments and in hospitals (CISPR 11, class A).
• If the cuff pressure remains constant for some time, the ments of the applicable standards if applied as intended. measurement will also be aborted and the cuff deflated. If you have questions in this matter, please contact ergoline GmbH or an ergoline GmbH representative. ergoselect 10...
2 Safety Information 2.5 Applicable Laws, Regulations and Directives If you have questions about the validity of applicable laws, regulations and directives, please contact ergoline GmbH. ergoselect 10...
3 Symbols 3 Symbols Symbol 'type B applied part' Manufacturer’s identification Type B applied parts have no direct contact with patients and offer the lowest protection against electric shock Date of manufacture The number found under this symbol is the date of Symbol 'type BF applied part' manufacture in the YYYY‑MM‑DD format Type BF applied parts are connected to the body of...
4 Setup and Mains Connection 4 Setup and Mains Connection 4.1 Controls and Indicators 1 Speed readout for the patient 2 Arm rest for blood pressure measurements (right or left, only on devices with automatic blood pressure measurement) 3 Connections for blood pressure cuff (below the couch surface) 4 Release lever for ergometry unit 5 Connections for power cord and connection cables...
4 Setup and Mains Connection 4.3 Setup Several persons should be present to set up the ergoselect 10. Caution • Patient Hazard / Equipment Damage • The ergoselect 10 must be set up on a horizontal level floor. During assembly, the ergometer must be disconnected from the power line.
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4 Setup and Mains Connection • Mount the holder for the exam table paper roll by means of two countersunk screws M6x20 which are screwed into the frame. Figure 4 – 6: Mounting the holder for the exam table paper roll Caution •...
4 Setup and Mains Connection • Introduce the saddle post into the saddle guide rail and press down lightly until the post locks into place. Figure 4 – 9: Introducing the saddle post into the guide rail Caution • Equipment Damage • If your ergometer has a separate control terminal, be sure to route the connection cable to the control terminal out of the way to prevent any stumbling hazard.
All ergoselect ergometers are equipped with a digital interface. (Special adapters are needed for analog control or the remote start capability. Please contact ergoline GmbH for these adapters.) Figure 4 – 11: Connection for ECG recorder / PC ECG system...
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4 Setup and Mains Connection Concerning its functionality, the control terminal on the underside of the Couch Ergometer is equivalent to control terminal M (see section 8.1 Control Terminal M on page 20). For putting the unit into service, remove the control termi‑ nal from below the couch surface.
5 Operation 5 Operation 5.1 Adjusting the Couch The saddle and the couch position are adjusted with the remote control (see Figure 5 – 1): Keys 1: saddle adjustment Keys 2: incline adjustment (0 to 45°) The yellow indicator is illuminated while any of the adjustment keys is pressed.
6 Preparing the Patient 6 Preparing the Patient 6.1 Preparing the Couch with the Patient Before the patient can lie down on the couch, the ergometer must be prepared as follows: • Lower the saddle to the bottom position. • Remove the saddle. •...
7 Preparing the Patient for Blood Pressure Measurements 7 Preparing the Patient for Blood Pressure Measurements 7.1 Cuff Size Always choose the cuff size suitable for the patient's arm. The maximum arm circumference is indicated on the cuff. Figure 7 – 1: Correct cuff size Figure 7 –...
7 Preparing the Patient for Blood Pressure Measurements 7.3 Applying the Cuff The center of the microphone must be located exactly on the brachial artery. Locate the artery by palpation if required. The red tab identifies the position of the microphone. The accurate placement of the microphone is the primary condition for reliable pressure measurement during exer‑...
8 Control Terminals 8 Control Terminals 8.1 Control Terminal D / M Figure 8 – 1: Control terminal D (Service) Figure 8 – 2: Control terminal M (remote control) (installed under the couch surface – standard) (separate terminal – option) The two terminals are identical in operating routines and functionality.
8 Control Terminals 8.1.2 Operating Mode with Control Terminal D / M Ergometers with control terminal D / M support the following operating mode: PC Mode An external device (e.g., an ECG recorder, a PC-based ECG system) controls the ergometer – no intervention at all is required at the Couch Ergometer.
8 Control Terminals 8.2 Control Terminal P 8.2.1 Turning the System On You turn on the ergometer by pressing the power switch (toggle switch [ I / 0 ] ). The ergometer runs a self‑test. Subsequently, the main menu displays. Figure 8 – 7: Control terminal P Note •...
8 Control Terminals 8.2.2 Operating Modes Ergometers with control terminal P support the following operating modes: PC Mode An external device (e.g., an ECG recorder, a PC‑based ECG system) controls the ergometer – no intervention at all is required at the ergometer. Ergometry The ergometer runs an automatic exercise test –...
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8 Control Terminals As soon as the ergometer receives commands from the controlling ECG unit or PC, the exercise test will start and the corresponding values will be displayed. The exercise test can only be terminated with the corre‑ sponding command from the controlling ECG unit. Figure 8 –...
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8 Control Terminals The stored test protocols available for selection will be dis‑ played. There are five fixed protocols (protocols 1 to 5, (see section 10.3 Exercise Test Protocols on page 52)), whereas protocols 6 to 15 are user‑programmable. The protocol menu provides an overview of the test phases. Example: 50 W / 2 min / 25 W indicates: Basic load of 50 W Stage time of 2 min...
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8 Control Terminals Terminating an Exercise Test The exercise phase can be terminated manually at any time with the Recovery key. The load will immediately be reduced to 25 watts, but a higher or lower value can be selected manually. It is recommended that the patient continue to pedal in the recovery phase.
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8 Control Terminals 8.2.2.4 Settings with Control Terminal P Some of the device settings are configurable to meet spe‑ cific requirements. The settings will be saved and remain stored even when the ergometer is switched off. Use the softkeys on the right and left (↑ ↓) to position the bar cursor on Settings and confirm the selection with Select.
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8 Control Terminals Use the right and left softkeys (↑ ↓) to select the parameter to edit. At Select, for example, you can choose the protocol type: — Step (load increase in steps) or — Ramp (continuous load increase). Press Select to save the selected protocol type. To cancel the selection, press the Figure 8 –...
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8 Control Terminals Language The texts can be displayed in different languages. Figure 8 – 30: Language menu Beep The audio signal emitted during blood pressure measure‑ ments can be turned on and off. Figure 8 – 31: Beep during BP measurements Software Version Select this option to view the installed software version.
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8 Control Terminals EKG Type The selected EKG Type determines the communication method with the ECG recorder, PC‑based ECG system, etc. To prevent an accidental change of this setting, the menu is protected with a password. Using the arrow keys, enter 003 and confirm the entry with Select.
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8 Control Terminals Here you determine the RPM limits. When these limits are exceeded, the LEDs for high or low speed (RPM) will illuminate. Select the value to change (Min. or Max.) and confirm with Select. Using the arrow keys, change the value and save the new value with Select.
8 Control Terminals 8.3 Control Terminal T 8.3.1 Turning the System On You turn on the Couch Ergometer by pressing the power switch (toggle switch[ I / 0 ]). Note • Instruct the patient not to pedal while the ergometer is being turned on and during the selftest. •...
8 Control Terminals 8.3.2 Operating Modes with Control Terminal T Couch Ergometers with control terminal T support the following operating modes: PC Mode An external device (e.g., an ECG recorder, a PC‑based ECG system) controls the ergometer – no intervention at all is required at the Couch Ergometer.
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8 Control Terminals 8.3.2.1 PC Mode When the [ PC Mode ] key has been pressed, the screen appears as shown at right. The Couch Ergometer is waiting for commands from the external ECG unit. As soon as the ergometer receives commands from the controlling ECG unit or PC, the exercise test will start and the corresponding values will be displayed.
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8 Control Terminals 8.3.2.2 Ergometry Pressing the [ Ergometry ] key in the main menu activates the ergometry mode. The different exercise test protocols will be displayed (5 preconfigured, editable and 5 user‑configurable proto‑ cols). All exercise test protocols (including the 5 preconfigured protocols) are editable. Figure 8 –...
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8 Control Terminals With the [ 2. ] key, you proceed to the next menu level where you can edit these parameters: • the recovery load (from 6 to 100 W) and • the recovery time (from 1 to 30 min). With the [ 1. ] key, you return to the previous screen. Figure 8 –...
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8 Control Terminals Terminating the Program Once the full protocol has been completed, it terminates automatically. The program can be terminated manually before the end of the protocol with [ Stop ]. First, you enter the recovery phase. When you touch [ Stop ] again, the training will be termi‑ nated.
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8 Control Terminals Then press the [ Edit ] key. Figure 8 – 57: Editing the Training / Test protocol The individual parameters (light gray fields) can now be edited by touching the display or by repeatedly tapping [ ]. If you need to input characters (numbers or letters), an (alpha‑) numeric keypad or a keyboard will be displayed.
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8 Control Terminals 8.3.2.4 Manual In this operating mode the user has complete control over the Couch Ergometer and initiates blood pressure measure‑ ments. Pressing the [ Start ] key initiates the exercise test, the [ + 5 W ] and [ – 5 W ] keys are used to control the load. The actual load change can be set in the configuration menu between +/–...
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8 Control Terminals Default Mode Select the operating mode to be activated when the couch ergometer is turned on: • PC Mode • Ergometry • Training / Test • Manual and confirm the selection with the [ ] key. Figure 8 – 63: Default mode setup Protocols The first 5 exercise test protocols (WHO, BAL, Hollm, Std Fr and Standard) are preconfigured, but all protocols in the...
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8 Control Terminals At Type, you can choose [ Step ], [ Ramp ] or [ Inactive ]. You scroll through the Type options with the [ ] key. When choosing the Step type (load increase in steps), define the basic load (from 6 to 100 W), the stage time (from 1 to 30 min) and the stage rate (increment, from 1 to 400 W).
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8 Control Terminals The following communication modes are supported: • Analog with pulse Remote start mode; before advancing to the next load level, the Couch Ergometer generates a control pulse and sends the corresponding data via the interface. • Analog / Digital An analog voltage controls the load –...
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8 Control Terminals Date/Time Touch the respective fields to adjust date and time. Enter day, month, year as well as hours, minutes and seconds via the numeric keypad. Inputs are confirmed with the [ ] key. Figure 8 – 72: Setup – date and time, screen 1 Figure 8 –...
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8 Control Terminals In this menu, you determine the limits for the RPM indica‑ tion. The 3 LEDs on the control panel show the patient whether the pedal speed is high, low or correct. Figure 8 – 76: Setup – RPM, screen 1 Touch the light gray field to the right of Min.
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8 Control Terminals Software Version This menu shows the software version and the date of the technical inspection of the measuring system (MTK). Figure 8 – 79: Setup – software version Language Here you choose the language for the user interface. Figure 8 –...
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8 Control Terminals Switch the pulse readout on or off. Select the blood pressure unit: mmHg (millimeter of mer‑ cury) or kPa (kilopascal). Figure 8 – 82: Setup – screen display 2 ergoselect 10...
9 Cleaning, Maintenance, Disposal 9 Cleaning, Maintenance, Disposal 9.1 General Cleaning Wipe the device surface down with a cloth moistened with Warning soap water or a disinfectant. • Shock Hazard • • Disconnect the device from the power line before cleaning. The cloth should not be dripping wet;...
9 Cleaning, Maintenance, Disposal 9.4 Cleaning the Blood Pressure Cuff 9.4.1 Removing the Microphone Pull the end of the cuff through the metal clasp and fold out the cuff. Pull on the short Velcro tab to open the microphone pocket and carefully remove the microphone.
The product described in this operator manual must not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste; it must be collected separately. Please contact your authorized manufacturer ergoline GmbH for information concerning the disposal of your equipment. There is no waste disposal certificate. Proper disposal is documented by ergoline GmbH.
10 Technical Specifications 10 Technical Specifications 10.1 Ergometer Model modular couch ergometer system ergoselect Model ergoselect 10 M / P / T Operating mode continuous operation Power 90 – 264 V / 47 – 63 Hz / 200 VA max.
10 Technical Specifications Safety standards DIN EN 60601‑1, DIN EN 60601‑1‑2, DIN VDE 0750‑238 Protection class / degree of protection I / B (couch ergometer) BF (blood pressure module) MDD classification class IIa to 93/42 EEC RF emission class A to DIN EN 55011 (VDE 0875‑11) / 04/2011, DIN EN 60601‑1‑2 Environment operation:...
10 Technical Specifications 10.5 Family of characteristics of the braking torque control range 25 100 1000 Watt Load Figure 10 – 1: black: speedindependent range to DIN VDE 07500238 black + gray: speedindependent range of the ergoselect ergometer 10.6 Family of characteristics of the load periods according to IEC 60601‑1 Figure 10 –...
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11 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 60601‑1‑2 11 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 60601‑1‑2 Changes or modifications to this system not expressly approved by ergoline GmbH could cause EMC issues with Warning this or other equipment. • RF Interference • Use of portable phones or other radio frequency (RF) emitting This system is designed to comply with applicable regula‑...
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11 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 60601‑1‑2 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The ergoselect ergometer is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. It is the responsibility of the customer or user to ensure that the ergoselect ergometer is used in such an environment. Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Level Compliance Level Electromagnetic Environment –...
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11 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 60601‑1‑2 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The ergoselect ergometer is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. It is the responsibility of the customer or user to ensure that the ergoselect ergometer is used in such an environment. Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Level Compliance Level Electromagnetic Environment –...
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11 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 60601‑1‑2 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the ergoselect ergometer The ergoselect ergometer is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment, as specified below, in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the ergoselect ergometer can help prevent electromagnetic inter‑ ference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the ergoselect ergometer as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
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11 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 60601‑1‑2 201000546000 • Version 2018‑10‑08 / Rev 01 • English ergoselect 10...
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