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- Page 1 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid Distributeur User’s Guide - For Users...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Contents Welcome ..................................................... Intended Use ..................... Intended Use Statement ..................What’s Included with Your Device ...................... Technical Specifications .................... Powering on the Espire Elbow ........................LED Indicator Batteries and Charging ...................... -
Page 4: Welcome
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Welcome 1.1 Intended Use The Espire Elbow system is only to be purchased, configured and fitted by a qualified prosthetist. The operations contained in this document are intended for the end user. -
Page 5: Technical Specifications
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Welcome 1.4 Technical Specifications Specifications Weight Limit 11.3kg/25lb Maximum Lifting Force 4.5kg/10lb Flexion Angle (preset control) -5 - 135° Speed (preset control) 135°/sec Mode of Operation Continuous Device Operation – Internally Powered... -
Page 6: Powering On The Espire Elbow
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Welcome 1.5 Powering on the Espire Elbow The power button is located on the underside of the Espire Elbow. To turn the device on or off, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds. When the device is powered on or off, a multi-coloured light on the LED indicator will flash for 1 second. -
Page 7: Led Indicator
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Welcome Feature Description Power Button Press and hold for 4 seconds to turn Espire ON or OFF Elbow LED Indication - Power Colour Indicator Status Multi-Colour Blink Power ON or OFF 1.6 LED Indicator... - Page 8 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Welcome Espire Elbow All LED Indications Colour Indicator Status 4 Green Blinks Battery 100% Charged 3 Green Blinks Battery Less Than 75% 2 Green Blinks Battery Less Than 50%...
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Page 9: Batteries And Charging
Installing a battery is the reverse process. Ensure that the battery connections are facing the distal opening of the forearm and that the Steeper Group logo on the top of the battery is visible. Insert the battery into the elbow, ensuring that the pull tab is accessible for future removal. -
Page 10: Battery Charger
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Batteries and Charging 2.3 Battery Charger Espire Elbow systems are supplied with a Smart Charger for the lithium-ion battery. The charger is recommended for daily use and will assure that the battery will receive a full charge and provide maximum running time. -
Page 11: Charging The Battery
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Batteries and Charging 2.4 Charging the Battery Charging the Espire Elbow Battery Place the charger on a flat, level surface away from sources of heat and moisture. Plug the A/C connector from the power supply into the back of the charger and connect the power supply to the main A/C supply using the cable supplied. -
Page 12: Recalibration Using The Reset Button
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Recalibration Using the Reset Button 3.1 Recalibration Overview – For Users with A/C Myoelectrodes Only Changes in volume of your residual limb may lead to decreased contact with the myoelectrodes in your prosthetic socket. - Page 13 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Recalibration Using the Reset Button During Strong Signal Calibration: Feature Description Press and hold for 4 seconds to Reset Button begin “Strong Signal” calibration Press and hold the reset button for 4 seconds to begin “Strong Signal” calibration.
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Page 14: Counterbalance Adjustment (Hybrid Elbow Only)
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Counterbalance Adjustment (Hybrid Elbow Only) 4.1 Counterbalance Overview The Counterbalance assists in flexion and extension of the Espire Elbow. Different amounts of tension are necessary based on the elbow’s overall length and the weight of the terminal device. -
Page 15: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.1 Troubleshooting Caution: The Espire Elbow should never be serviced while connected to the end- user. Ensure that the device is disconnected and powered off before any service or maintenance is performed. -
Page 16: Intended Use And Safety
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety 6.1 Intended Use Statement The Espire Elbow is to be used exclusively for external prosthetic fittings of the upper limbs. The Espire Elbow processes the user’s input signals to activate and control powered elbow movement. -
Page 17: Safety
Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety 6.4 Safety Legend of Symbols Note: Possible technical damage. Info: Basic information regarding this product. Caution: Possible risk of accident or injury. Warning: Possible risk of severe accident or injury. - Page 18 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety Caution: Manipulation of system components Independent changes and/or modifications to system components may lead to faulty control or malfunction of the Espire Elbow, resulting in a risk of injury. No modifications on your Espire Elbow except those described in this information document are authorised.
- Page 19 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety Caution: Improper use Any type of excessive strain, overload or improper use may lead to faulty control or malfunction of the Espire Elbow, resulting in a risk of injury. The Espire Elbow was developed for everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities.
- Page 20 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety Caution: Too close to HF communication devices (e.g. mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, WIFI devices) If too close to HF communication devices, interference with internal data communications can result in malfunctions of the product.
- Page 21 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety Caution: Operating the product near active implanted systems When operating the product, there is a risk of temporary influences of active implantable systems (e.g. pacemakers, defibrillators etc.) because of electromagnetic interference of the product.
- Page 22 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety EMC Compliance – Specific Mitigations The Espire Elbow was tested to the listed standards at the appropriate levels for Home Health Care Equipment below to ensure safety of the product regarding immunity and emissions.
- Page 23 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety Symbol Definition Source Caution: Federal (USA) law restricts USA Code of Federal this device to sale by or on the order Regulations of a physician.
- Page 24 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Intended Use and Safety Symbol Definition Source China RoHS Mark I logo. Product does not SJ/T11364-2006 contain toxic and hazardous substances or elements above the clip level in any material or application including those exempt from the requirements of the EU RoHS Directive.
- Page 25 Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid van Steeper Group, distributeur Loth Fabenim B.V. Espire Elbow Pro & Hybrid User’s Guide - For Users...
- Page 26 Authorized representative for Manufacture EU countries Steeper Group Emergo Europe Unit 3 Stourton Link, Intermezzo Drive Prinsessegracht 20 Leeds, LS10 1DF, United Kingdom 2514 AP The Hague Tel: +44 (0) 870 240 4133 The Netherlands Email: customerservices@steepergroup.com Tel: +31 70 345 8570 Email: EmergoEurope@ul.com...
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