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Summary of Contents for MATIA ROBOTICS TEKRMD01
- Page 2 CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare practitioner. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Matia Robotics Company or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. DO NOT use this device without first carefully reading and understanding the instructions contained in this manual.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Foreword ..................................3 Device description ..............................3 Field of Application ..............................3 Technical Service ................................ 4 General Information ..............................4 Explanation of Symbols .............................. 5 Warning Symbols and Type Plates ......................... 5 The Tek RMD ................................7 Main Components .............................. -
Page 4: Foreword
Foreword Thank you for choosing a Matia Robotics product. The Tek Robotic Mobilization Device (RMD) is a device intended to afford mobility to disabled persons in daily life for indoor and some outdoor activities, as it gives them the ability to safely navigate in both environments. -
Page 5: Technical Service
Candidate users with other disabilities or illnesses which are not listed above should inform their physician before using the device. Matia Robotics reserves the right to make changes to the device. Pictures and illustrations used throughout this manual may differ from the actual device. -
Page 6: Explanation Of Symbols
Type of tires: Breakdown safe, without air / pneumatic (standard wheel), air filled (large wheel) Tire size Front/ Rear: Standard wheel: 7.9 inch (20 cm) / 3.9 inch (10 cm) Tire size Large wheel: 10.2 inch (26 cm) / 9 inch (23 cm) Driving distance range: 4.68 miles (7.53 km) Braking distance and time flat surface min-max: Standard wheel: 49 inches (1,24 m) at 1.8 seconds Large wheel: 59 inches (1,49 m) at 1.8 seconds... - Page 7 3. Battery wiring diagram: Shows how to wire the batteries. Located inside the front cover. 4. Main Label: Placed at the main arm’s user side. 5. Brake release levers: To release the brakes manually turn the levers left and right. 6.
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Page 8: The Tek Rmd
The Tek RMD Main Components 1. User Panel 2. Chest Plate 3. Handle Lever-Left 4. Handle Lever- Right 5. Hip adjustment bars 6. Handles 7. Main Arm 8. Front Cover 9. Main Body 10. Knee Supports 11. Knee Support Hooks 12. -
Page 9: User Panel
User Panel 1. User Panel Activation Button: This button activates the Tek RMD. 2. Joystick: The joystick controls the direction and motion of the Tek RMD. It is a 360-degree, proportional joystick. The user can push the joystick half-way or fully, depending on how fast they would like to travel. -
Page 10: Remote Control
3. Metal rings: Safety Bars pass through the holes to secure the Sling Cushion to the device. To pass the safety bars comfortably through the sling cushion holes, the user can loosen the belts by activating the belt mechanism on the User Panel. Should always face away from the body 4. - Page 11 ● Do not move the device via the joystick or the remote control while transferring onto or off the Tek RMD. Moving the device during transfer may cause an unstable transfer process resulting in injury or death, property damage, and damage to the device. Always confirm that the remote control is deactivated, ensuring that the red light on the user control panel is off and confirm that the joystick is in the neutral position when transferring onto the Tek RMD.
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Page 12: Getting On/Off The Tek Rmd
● Do not activate the Remote Control if the remote is out of the user’s reach. Failure to deactivate the remote may cause dangerous unintended movements of the device, resulting in accidents, tipping, injury or death, property damage, and damage to the device. ●... - Page 13 ATTN: - Continue to 12 if your unit has Gas spring (for Tek RMD01, Tek RMD05) - Continue to 15 if your unit has Linear Motor (for Tek RMD03, Tek RMD07) Gas spring system: 12. Remove the Gas Spring Brake Lock (see photo on pg. 12). WARNING: The Gas Spring Brake Lock must be placed back on the handle whenever the Tek RMD is not in use.
- Page 14 Different methods for Placing the Sling Cushion under Your Hips The users can place the sling cushion on their bottom in a couple of ways: A. Using your hands to place the sling cushion 1. While in a seated position, move forward so that you can leave enough space to place the sling cushion horizontally behind you.
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Page 15: Transfer Board Seat (For Tek Rmd02, Tek Rmd04, Tek Rmd06, Tek Rmd08)
All units: 4. Remove the back belt. 5. Loosen the belts until you fully sit on your preferred spot, then further loosen the belts so the sling cushion safety bars are loose. Be careful to not press the buttons in the wrong direction. 6. - Page 16 11. Pass a Sling Cushion Safety bar through the hole in the Sling Cushion. Follow the same instruction on the opposite side. 12. Move your body to the front until the chest plate lightly touches your stomach and the knee pads lightly touch below your knees.
- Page 17 17 & 20 Getting off the Tek RMD While getting off the Tek RMD do not use the joystick or remote control and do not drive the device, other than as instructed below: 1. Move near the desired seating spot. Decrease the speed to Level 1. ATTN: - Continue to 2 if your unit has Gas spring (for Tek RMD04, Tek RMD08) - Continue to 4 if your unit has Linear motor (for Tek RMD02, Tek RMD06)
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Page 18: Driving
Driving 1. Make sure to be at the correct standing position. 2. When the device is initially turned on it defaults to speed 1. 3. Adjust the speed of the device with speed up and down buttons. Speed 1 is not meant for driving, it is to maneuver the device while mounting / dismounting or storing the device. -
Page 19: Dual Drive Mode
● Traversing obstacles higher than 0.47 inches (12 mm) while using the Tek RMD standard wheel mode on level surfaces is prohibited and may cause instability and tipping, resulting in injury or death, property damage, and damage to the device. While using the standard wheel configuration, always drive the device along the best path of travel, avoiding any transitions higher than 0.47 inches (12 mm). - Page 20 WARNING: If not factory ordered at the time of initial purchase, a Large wheel retrofitting kit needs to be installed by an authorized Matia service representative. Any attempt by the user to install the retrofitting kit will forfeit the warranty and may lead to damage to the device, leading to malfunction and possibly resulting in injury or death, property damage, and damage to the device.
- Page 21 4. Front wheel nut (3 pairs) o 1 pair comes on the device and 2 extra pairs in the accessory box. o It is a custom-made nut with a square side and a washer side. o It is used to lock both the small and the large wheels. o When screwed on the shaft the square part faces the motor and the fiber side stays outside.
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Page 22: Switching Standard Wheel - Large Wheel (Tek Rmd02, Tek Rmd03, Tek Rmd04, Tek Rmd05)
Switching Standard wheel - Large wheel (Tek RMD02, Tek RMD03, Tek RMD04, Tek RMD05). Lifting Tek RMD off the ground 1. Place the lifting jack under Tek RMD until the bumper cover touches the metal stopper. 2. Push the lever arm down. Tek RMD will lift off the ground. 1 (i) 1 (ii) WARNING: The lifting jack has moving parts which can easily pinch an object with severe force. -
Page 23: Changing The Tail
Changing the tail Reach to the tail lock knob between the footplates. Pull the knob up, turn slightly to a side and release it so it stays at the resting position. Pull the tail until the tail frame is completely out of the tail guide. Take the other tail. - Page 24 Operating the Tek RMD on large wheel mode with the main arm fully upright or positioned on indoor only label in Maximum safe driving angle indicator is strictly prohibited. Operation of the device with large wheels in this position can cause instability and tipping, resulting in injury or death. Safe driving angle indicator Correct standing position Standard (Small) Wheel...
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Page 25: Emergency Shutoff
In this circumstance, contact a Matia Robotics dealer as soon as possible. NOTE: If the batteries are fully discharged, the system’s automatic motor brake system will activate. -
Page 26: Charging The Batteries
All units: 12. After an emergency stop / dismount, please ensure that the Sling Cushion’s Safety bars are snuggly secured back on. 5(i) 5 (ii) 7 (i) LM+TB LM+TB LM+TB 7 (ii) WARNING: ● When batteries are fully discharged, the Tek RMD automatic brake system will activate. Operating the Tek RMD in isolation with low battery power may result in stranding. - Page 27 ● Connecting a different charging plug into the Tek RMD may damage the device. Always ensure that the charger used is the charger supplied by Matia Robotics. Check that plug pins are the same in number, size, and shape as those on the plug-in port.
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Page 28: Maintenance, Cleaning And Disinfection
● Check the safety bars before every use to make sure they are tightly screwed together. ● Matia Robotics highly recommends that users replace the tires every two years. WARNING: ● Any assembly, disassembly, or modification of the Tek RMD parts by the user will void the warranty and may increase the risk of injury, property damage, and damage to the device. -
Page 29: Changing The Batteries
Changing the Batteries The device’s batteries can only be changed once the device has been switched off. The batteries should only be serviced or replaced by a Matia Robotics Service Provider or a qualified technician. Only use batteries supplied by Matia Robotics or a qualified battery dealer. These are sealed non- spillable batteries that meet DOT CFR 173.159 (d), IATA Packing Instructions 806, and IATA Provision A67... -
Page 30: Changing The Standard Back Wheels (Casters)
Changing the Standard Back Wheels (casters) Only use wheels supplied by Matia Robotics. Tools: Socket wrench size 19mm, Open-end wrench size 19mm 1. Remove the tail off the unit or lift the unit up with the lifting jack or tilt the device to the other side with the help of a support person. -
Page 31: Changing The Large Front Wheels
2(ii) 2(iii) Changing the Large Front Wheels Only use wheels supplied by Matia Robotics. Tools: 5mm Allen wrench, flat screwdriver 1. Make sure the tire is not connected to the unit. Deflate the tire by pressing the pressure relief valve. -
Page 32: Safety
Where safety is concerned, only a Tek RMD that is in excellent condition is acceptable. Safety calls for the constant attention of the user. Matia Robotics strongly recommends that you learn and employ safe methods of carrying out basic daily activities. Always consult your physician to determine the methods most suitable for your personal abilities. - Page 33 Only use the device under healthy and sober conditions. ● The Tek RMD may only be used with Matia Robotics accessories mentioned in this user manual or on the Matia Robotics website. Matia Robotics assumes no liability if the device is used with any non-approved accessories.
- Page 34 Location 1: Between the seat frame assembly and the support arms. Only for units with the transfer board. Location 2: Between the drive wheel(s) (that is attached to the gear assembly) and the fender(s) around the top portion of the wheels. Both sides of the device. For all front wheels. Location 3: Between the top portion of the rear caster(s) and the caster fork(s).
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Page 35: Spare Parts
Robotics or its authorized dealer. The warranty becomes void with the resale or the transfer of the device. Matia Robotics warrants the Tek RMD for a period of one (1) year from the purchase date through Matia Robotics or its authorized dealer. The buyer may also have other legal rights based on the country of purchase. - Page 36 WARNING: Radio wave sources may affect TEK RMD control Radio wave sources, such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones, can affect powered wheelchairs. Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended TEK RMD movement which could result in serious injury. 1) DO NOT turn ON hand-held personal communication devices, such as citizens band (CB) radios and cellular phones, while TEK RMD is turned ON;...
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Page 37: Specification Sheet
Tek RMD model designation Model Lifting Foldable Wheel Type Tek RMD Model Number Mechanism Transfer (select the model) Board TEKRMD01 Gas Spring Not included Standard wheel Standard & Large wheel TEKRMD02 Linear Motor Included (Dual drive) Standard & Large wheel TEKRMD03... - Page 38 44.3 inches Section 5-8.16 Resna WC-1 Required corridor width for side opening 28 inches 35.6 inches Section 5-8.17 Total Mass - TEKRMD01 260 lbs. Total Mass - TEKRMD02 324 lbs. 354.5 lbs. Total Mass - TEKRMD03 304.5 lbs. 335 lbs.
- Page 39 Resna WC-1 Seat width 16.4 inches 16.4 inches Section 7-7.3.4 Resna WC-1 Seat surface height at front edge 16.9 inches 16.9 inches Section 7-7.3.6 Resna WC-1 Static, impact and fatigue testing PASS PASS Section 8 requirements (pass/fail) Resna WC-2 Climatic testing - rain, hot and cold Section 9 Clauses 7.3, operation and PASS...
- Page 40 IMMUNITY to conducted DISTURBANCES induced by RF 230 Vac 50 hz fields (conducted RF DISTURBANCE IMMUNITY) – a.c. mains IEC 61000-4-6 IMMUNITY to conducted DISTURBANCES induced by RF 230 Vac 50 hz fields (conducted DISTURBANCE IMMUNITY) – SIP/SOP PORTS IEC 61000-4-6 Power frequency magnetic field IMMUNITY IEC 61000-4-8 230 Vac 50 hz...
- Page 41 IEC 60601-1-2 Table 6 – Input DC power port Phenomenon Basic EMC standard IMMUNITY TEST LEVELS Professional healthcare facility environment HOME HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENT Electrical fast IEC 61000-4-4 +/-2 kV transients 100 kHz repetition frequency /bursts IEC 61000-4-5 +/-0,5 kV, +/-1 kV Surges Line-to-line IEC 61000-4-5...
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