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Page 2: Contact Information
Ekso EVO in violation of your contract with Ekso Bionics, Inc. Ekso Bionics, Inc. does not accept any responsibility for any damage caused to its products, either directly or indirectly, as a result of use and/or repair by unauthorized personnel. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Patents/Patents Pending Disclaimer III. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: What Is Included Chapter 3: Ekso EVO Sizing and Fit Adjustments Measuring and Fitting Information Fit Guide Adjusting Hip Belt Sizing Changing Arm Cuffs Adjusting Torso Length Installing Arms and Adjusting Arm Position... -
Page 4: Chapter 1: Introduction
Minimized body contact. Ekso EVO is designed to only contact the user’s body where it is absolutely essential, while still staying firmly in place during use. The result is more com- fortable and cooler to wear than even a backpack, especially in hot environments. - Page 5 Page 3 What is Included CHAPTER 2 700001 - WHAT IS INCLUDED The mechanical and hardware components of each Ekso EVO are identified in the following drawing and table. Item Description Left Arm Assembly Large Torso Tube Hip Belt Right Arm Assembly...
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Page 6: Chapter 3: Ekso Evo Sizing And Fit Adjustments
CHAPTER 3 EKSO EVO SIZING AND FIT ADJUSTMENTS Ekso EVO is designed to be custom fit for each operator (see MEASUREMENT AND FITTING INFORMATION below). Record the operator’s measurements to find the ideal size config- uration for a secure and comfortable fit. - Page 7 Page 5 Ekso EVO Sizing and Fit Adjustments Belt Size Measurement Measure the distance around your back between your 2 hip/pelvic bones (the iliac crest). Be sure to make the measurement over your Inch (cm) typical work clothes. Figure 1: Hip-to-Hip...
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Page 8: Fit Guide
Page 6 Ekso EVO Sizing and Fit Adjustments Fit Guide Tables Table 1: Belt Size Hip Belt Belt size Measurement Ratchet Hip-to-Hip Distance Strap Position 20.9 - 21.7 53 - 55 21.7 - 22.4 55 - 57 22.4 - 23.2 57 - 59 23.2 - 24... -
Page 9: Adjusting Hip Belt Sizing
Page 7 Ekso EVO Sizing and Fit Adjustments Adjusting Hip Belt Sizing To adjust the size of the hip belt to a smaller setting, slide the ratchet straps further in towards the waist plate. To adjust the size of the hip belt to a larger setting, first pull up on the ratchet buckles on the waist plate to release them. -
Page 10: Changing Arm Cuffs
Locate the snap pocket inside the arm cuff, undo the snap, and open the flap to separate the arm cuff from the cuff bone. Finally, pull the arm cuff straight up to remove it from the cuff bone. Reverse the process to install the preferred arm cuff size onto Ekso EVO. -
Page 11: Adjusting Torso Length
Page 9 Ekso EVO Sizing and Fit Adjustments Table 3: Torso Length Lower Torso Tube Size Upper Torso Lower Torso Tube Position Tube Size 14 - 14.6 35.5 - 37 14.6 - 15.2 37 - 38.5 15.2 - 15.7 38.5 - 40 Small Tube 15.7 - 16.3... -
Page 12: Installing Arms And Adjusting Arm Position
Installing Arms and Adjusting Arm Position Get ready to use Ekso EVO by installing the arms into the hip belt. To install the arms, press the button pin on the bottom of the lower torso tube and slide the tube into the hole on the waist plate. - Page 13 For some users, Ekso EVO may slide down over time regardless of how tight the hip belt is. To ensure a proper fit for all users, Ekso EVO has been designed to be compatible with most off-the-shelf suspenders. To install suspenders on your Ekso EVO, follow the steps...
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Page 14: Chapter 4: Donning And Doffing Ekso Evo
Donning and Doffing Ekso EVO CHAPTER 4 DONNING AND DOFFING EKSO EVO Now that the Ekso EVO has been custom fit to the operator, it is time to put it on. Donning Ekso EVO Before putting on Ekso EVO, make sure to unbuckle the hip belt, loosen the hip belt webbing, and loosen the arm cuff straps. -
Page 15: Doffing Ekso Evo
Undo and loosen the arm cuff straps. Use the pull handle strap to slide each arm out of the arm cuff. 2. Drape the Ekso EVO arms over your shoulders. 3. Loosen the hip belt webbing, then release the hip belt buckle. -
Page 16: Chapter 5: Turning Ekso Evo On And Off
Moving the switch to the ON position activates the spring support of the actuator. Take care if activating the switch while the Ekso EVO is not being worn, as the arm can raise up in an uncontrolled manner. -
Page 17: Ekso Evo Actuator Spring Support Levels
INSTALLING AND CHANGING ACTUATOR SPRINGS Ekso EVO Actuator Spring Support Levels The force assistance level provided by Ekso EVO can be adjusted by changing the actuator springs in each arm. There are five (5) sets of actuator spring levels to choose from. -
Page 18: Installing Actuator Springs
OFF position. CHAPTER 7 ADJUSTING THE ACTIVATION ZONE Ekso EVO features an adjustable “activation zone”. The activation zone is the area in which Ekso EVO provides support to the operator’s arms while performing in-front and overhead work. Ekso EVO can be adjusted between 3 activation zone settings: •... - Page 19 High Setting As described in the following procedure, adjusting the activation zone must be done when the Ekso EVO is not being worn. Personal comfort and preference should always guide which activation zone setting to use for each arm. To adjust the activation zone: Secure one arm of the Ekso EVO in the down (lowered) position.
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Page 20: Chapter 8: Fit Adjustment Troubleshooting
Fit Adjustments Chapter 8 FIT ADJUSTMENT TROUBLESHOOTING Before the operator starts using the Ekso EVO, some fit adjustments may be required for maximum comfort. If the operator is feeling any discomfort, try the adjustments described below. Table 6: Fit Adjustment Troubleshooting... -
Page 21: Chapter 9: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
As needed sweaty. Ensure that all Velcro straps are secured before wash- from wear ing. Ekso Bionics recommends washing and drying items in a mesh bag. Weekly Examine all soft goods (arm cuffs, torso pads, hip Soft goods are damaged. -
Page 22: Chapter 10: Components And Accessories
Page 20 Componenets and Accessories Chapter 10 COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES The items below are included with every Ekso EVO Item Details Ekso EVO Kit Notes Ekso EVO Arm 108830 (Right) Included Assembly 108831 (Left) X-Large Torso Tubes 108979 Included Large Torso Tubes... - Page 23 ACCESSORY PACK, SPRINGS, LVL 4, EVO 109192 ACCESSORY PACK, SPRINGS, LVL 5, EVO Full Sizing Kits 109304 Ekso EVO ARM CUFF SIZING KIT (SM, LG, XL) 108855 Ekso EVO FULL SPRING KIT (LEVELS 1,3,4,5) EVO FULL SPRING KIT (LEVELS 1,3,4,5)
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