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- Page 1 i-limb digits User Manual Part number: MA01063: Issue No. 3, February 2015...
- Page 2 This document provides information for i-limb digits users and should be used in conjunction with advice from a qualified clinical team with experience of i-limb digits. This symbol signifies important information and is used throughout the manual. Refer to www.touchbionics.com/downloads/document-library to ensure you have the latest copy of this document.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Overview biosim Connecting Navigating biosim 3.3.1 Features 3.3.2 Training 3.3.3 Hand Health Check 3.3.4 Exit i-limb digits Coverings Cover Options Support Information Troubleshooting Warnings and Precautions Appendix Technical Information i-limb digits Information Component Compatibility 6.3.1 EMC and Electrical Information... -
Page 4: I-Limb Digits
Hand control sites provide a reliable electrode position facilitating the Wristband option. 1.2 Intended Use i-limb digits is intended to be used by patients with partial hand loss or deficiency. 4 of 24 Part number: MA01063: Issue No. 3, February2015... - Page 5 When carrying a bag or other object protect the hand by resting To get the most out of the device do not use the i-limb digits the handle or strap toward the center of the hand and away device where you would not use a natural hand.
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Page 6: Socket Interface
As part of the fitting process, your prosthetist selected the best 2.2 Battery i-limb digits is powered by two, 800mAh, 3.7 Volt batteries which have been specifically designed to meet the power requirements of i-limb digits devices. Four batteries are provided, two for the wristband and two spares. - Page 7 Release the holding catch to remove the battery. The batteries provided are designed to work specifically with the Touch Bionics i-limb digits Wristband and are not to be used with any other device. Only Touch Bionics batteries are approved for use with i-limb digits, use of alternative batteries will invalidate the warranty.
- Page 8 2.3 Battery Charging Batteries for i-limb digits should only be charged using the Touch Bionics powerpack and battery charger supplied. Place the batteries in the charger as illustrated. Insert the charger lead from the battery powerpack into the charge port. Insert the charger into the power outlet.
- Page 9 As an alternative to charging directly from domestic power, a car charger is also provided. 2.4 Storage and Maintenance Always turn off the i-limb digits device when not in use. Aim to charge the battery each day after use. Replace the batteries every 12 months.
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Page 10: Biosim
For you to access and operate the my i-limb mobile application with i-limb digits, you will need to download the my i-limb application (downloadable from the Apple® App Store) to the iPod® Touch supplied by Touch Bionics or compatible device: iPhone® (4s or newer), iPad®... - Page 11 In the illustration only one device is listed. The correct i-limb digits device can then be selected from the list. For devices using the Wristband, the serial number is located in the battery housing on the main body of the Wristband, as illustrated.
- Page 12 This is the homepage and can be accessed at any time from subsequent pages. Features allows the set-up of the i-limb digits and is where triggers are linked with with grip patterns and gestures. Training provides access to the training suite and a selection of games to improve overall control.
- Page 13 3.3.1 Features Click on the features icon to enter the features suite. The feature page provides access to all available features and associated changes. Features are the actual movements of the hand and triggers are the muscle action used to create the movements. The grip patterns illustrated are: First row –...
- Page 14 Additional Grip and Gesture Options Thumb Park Continuous Thumb Park Quick all four fingers remain open and switch off, all four fingers remain open and switch only the thumb will move. off, for 1.5 seconds the thumb will close and then automatically return to an open position.
- Page 15 Triggers Four potential triggers are available to activate features: Hold open, Co-contraction, Double impulse and Triple impulse. Hold open (a prolonged open signal) Co-contraction (both open and closed signals activated simultaneously) may have already been customized by your prosthetist to be suited to your own unique signals. Double impulse (two rapid open signals, separated by relaxation below the threshold).
- Page 16 3.3.2 Training The training suite contains a variety of short training exercises aimed at developing control of the i-limb digits device. The opening screen highlights the series of exercises which can be selected individually and in any order. Both open and closed signals can be practiced by selecting the appropriate box to the right.
- Page 17 focuses generating quick, strong Co-contraction simultaneous contractions with both muscles. Do not be concerned with relaxing after the contraction. Hold Open focuses on generating a strong open muscle signal and maintaining it at a high level for several seconds. Mastering this exercise will enable use of the hold open trigger.
- Page 18 The i-limb digits device will then go through a series of movements as each digit is checked, the process will run for approximately 8 seconds and provide basic feedback on each step. 3.3.4 Exit Use the Exit icon to fully exit biosim.
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Page 19: I-Limb Digits Coverings
4.1 Cover Options Silicone digit knuckle covers and tips will be provided for the i-limb digits device. Digit covers will be ready to fit and designed to cover each digit. Touch Bionics’ approved digit covers must be used with each digit of the device. -
Page 20: Support Information
Ensure the battery is charged Prosthesis stops midway Check the battery cable is not damaged through an action Check that the i-limb digits device is connected correctly Prosthesis is difficult to Ensure the battery has good charge operate Battery charge does not last... - Page 21 Dispose of batteries in accordance with US, European or local regulations Do not expose to excessive moisture, liquid, dust, vibration or shock Only use the appropriate Touch Bionics charger to charge Touch Bionics batteries Do not expose to high temperatures If the battery has visibly ballooned or swelled: Do not expose to naked flames •...
- Page 22 Touch Bionics is aware that patients have used the i-limb to drive a motor vehicle and our recommendations prior to a patient doing so would include the following:- •...
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Page 23: Appendix
6.2 i-limb digits Information Hazardous Area Classification The i-limb digits device is not intended for use outside the boundaries of the environments listed below. The customer or user of the i-limb digits device should assure that it it not used in such environments... - Page 24 1 mm. No special protection against penetration by water Batch/Lot/ID Number For i-limb digits devices: The unique serial number for i-limb digits devices is a D with a 4 digit alpha / numeric number. WEEE Compliance Catalogue number...
- Page 25 Third party products and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners © Copyright 2015 Touch Bionics Inc. and Touch Bionics Limited. All rights reserved. Issue No. 3, February 2015 Part number: MA01063...
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