MOVEO S.R.L. USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Hip orthosis ExoBand Version: 2.2 - Date of latest version of the manual May 2022 Table of Contents DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................2 MANUFACTURER'S INFORMATION ....................... 2 AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL SERVICE ........................ 2 THE MANUAL..............................2 Conventions ..............................
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY OPERATION WITH THE DEVICE. This manual contains instructions for the use and maintenance of the ExoBand Hip Orthosis. The manual is composed of sections, each of which addresses different topics, subdivided into chapters and paragraphs.
Use and Maintenance Moveo S.r.l. does not recognize any documentation that has not been produced, released, or distributed by Moveo S.r.l. itself or by one of its authorized representatives. This manual, like the entire technical file, will be kept by the manufacturer for the period provided for by law. During this period, customers may request a copy of the documentation provided with the product at the time of purchase.
Use and Maintenance SYMBOLS Lot number Date of manufacture Manufacturer Agent Read the manual before use CE mark WARRANTY The terms of the warranty, listed in full in the purchase contract, are only valid if the medical device is used as intended and exclusively for the purposes for which it was designed.
Use and Maintenance Note: If it is deemed necessary to use the warranty, please indicate the following information: Type Date of purchase (submit the purchase receipt) Detailed description of the problem GENERAL SAFETY RULES Warning This section describes the general safety rules to be observed during any operation performed with the medical device. The operating procedures described in the following sections must be carried out in accordance with the operating methods indicated and the general safety provisions provided in this section.
Use and Maintenance The medical device is designed exclusively to support human walking. Any unintended use is not recommended (such as using it when travelling in a car, riding a motorbike or bicycle, or even in the water, etc.). Any damage resulting from improper use is the responsibility of the customer.
Use and Maintenance INTENDED USE AND UNINTENDED USE OF THE DEVICE Sphere of application and intended use The medical device must be used exclusively as: • a walking aid for the elderly and people with motor impairments caused by disabling diseases and/or health conditions •...
Use and Maintenance In particular: • Do not make any modification to the medical device. Any damage resulting from the use of the device if this has been improperly modified by an unauthorized person releases the manufacturer from • any liability. •...
Use and Maintenance Storage • Store the hip orthosis indoors, away from the elements and humidity. • Store the hip orthosis away from heat sources, open flames, and direct sunlight. • Store the leg loop tensioners properly. • Store the product in a box and/or drawer. 1 Position the belt at the height of the anterior iliac crests (ASIS) 2 Carefully tighten the Velcro strap of the belt keeping the sliding buckles (A) at the height of the ASIS 3 Close the side release buckles (B) and tighten the fabric straps (C), tightening the belt and anchoring it to the pelvis...
Use and Maintenance Warning: The medical device must be worn over clothing. ● Trousers with raised rivets and/or buttons can damage the belt. ● Do not overtighten the mechanism (L) as this may make the device uncomfortable. ● To loosen or release the mechanism (L), press the button in the center of the tensioner (E) and push it ●...
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Use and Maintenance Excessive tension of the mechanism Excessive tension of the mechanism results in the irregular alignment of the belt as shown in the figures below. If the device is in this configuration, decrease the tension of the mechanism. Inserting the tensioner into the toothed guide Insert the tensioner into the toothed guide by proceeding as shown in the figures, holding it on its sides.
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Use and Maintenance Aligning the leg loops Always make sure that the leg loops are properly aligned with the belt as shown in the figure. Misalignment may cause the cable to break and consequently make the device unusable. page 13...
Use and Maintenance MAINTENANCE Safety It is absolutely necessary to read the manual before carrying out any maintenance operation. Periodic maintenance The hip orthosis can be periodically cleaned to eliminate dirt and bad smells. To wash it, remove the mechanism (L) following the procedures below: 1- Remove the screw cap (M) located on the upper part of the leg loop (Figure 1 - 1A).
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Use and Maintenance 5- After washing the device, screw the screw cap (M) back into its seat, making sure to insert it properly. Insert the screw cap (M) in the direction shown in Figure 5A. 6- Rotate it clockwise until reaching the position shown in Figure 6A. 7- Final result.
Use and Maintenance Washing Machine wash in cold water on a delicate cycle after removing the elastic components from the leg loops as described above. Leave to dry on a drying rack, away from heat sources. Do not use dryer. Do not use fabric softener. Do not dry clean.
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Via Monsignor Fortin 37/38, 35128 Padua, Italy VAT number: 05236760285 declares that the product: hip orthosis Model and code: ExoBand Medical device class: I Date of manufacture: January 2022 Lot No: was manufactured in compliance with the following directives and standards: •...
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