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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Dynamic Unweighting System PhysioGait PG-360 HealthCare International PO Box Langley, WA 98260 206-739-5400 | orders@hcifitness.com | wwww.hcifitness.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENT 1. INTRODUCTION 2. CHARACTERISTICS OF PARTIAL WEIGHT BEARING GAIT THERAPY DEVICE 3. CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF PHYSIOGAIT 7 4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5. PREPARATION FOR USE 6. ASSEMBLY OF THE DEVICE 7. OPERATING THE DEVICE 8. PHYSIOGAIT THERAPY DEVICE OPERATING CONDITIONS 8.1. -
Page 3: Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your excellent choice of our gait therapy device. PHYSIOGAIT dynamic partial weight bearing gait therapy device is characterized by stability, reliability and ease of use. This results from its ingenious design, technology of manufacturing and product quality assurance system. Lecture of this instruction manual will allow such operation of our therapy device to ensure its safe and long-term use. - Page 4 1.1. Symbols CAUTION! In this manner are indicated activities, which if performed inconsistently with the instruction manual may cause deterioration of conditions or safety hazard to the user and/or personnel operating the device. Such marking is applied on the table where it is essential to read the contents of the Operation Manual and follow its instructions when using the table Type B Applied Part Manufacturer...
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Page 5: Characteristics Of Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device
L – left side of the hanger bar – patient’s left arm R – right side of the hanger bar – patient’s right arm Gate adjustment steps (1-5 left side, 5-1 right side) PHYSIOGAIT Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device with the equipment is manufacture in accordance with Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 (class 1, rule 13) and has a CE marking, according to the manufacturer declaration. - Page 6 Patients who have been recommended for rehabilitation by a doctor are intended to use the PHYSIOGAIT Dynamic Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device. Users of the PHYSIOGAIT Dynamic Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device are qualified personnel who have familiarized themselves with the precautions and operating principles of the PHYSIOGAIT lift, as contained in the user manual.
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Page 7: Construction And Operation Of Physiogait
Table 1 - Technical parameters of PHYSIOGAIT Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device Subject to Change at any time 3. CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF PHYSIOGAIT PARTIAL WEIGHT BEARING GAIT THERAPY DEVICE 3.1. Construction components CAUTION! It is strictly forbidden to modify the device without written authorization of the Manufacturer. The construction of PHYSIOGAIT Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device is made of steel powder coated frame to which is attached the body of lifting column made of durable aluminum alloy. - Page 8 Grip To adjust the height of the patient handrail. Control box with disconnected battery Control box for raising the arm when calling the function from the hand remote control. Equipped with emergency STOP button and high-capacity battery. Lifting column Stable three-segment design for electrical height adjustment of weight bearing frame. Weight bearing arm Equipped with a beam mounted on a swing arm with wireless transducers and radio transmission data - WeCoTRONIC.
- Page 9 Figure 2 – Gate dimensions & spacings To adjust the gate, unscrew the screws (see Fig.3 pos.4) on one side of the frame (see Fig.3), then move it by the desired dimension to obtain the correct width of the gate and screw it in (screw tightening torque not less than 30nm).
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Page 10: Safety Precautions
3.3. Accessories and additional equipment Harness for the patient is made of soft, well-contracting to the patient's body components, enabling to maintain the feeling of comfort during treatment. Gripping part of the handle is covered with PU foam, providing a reliable and stable grip. -
Page 11: Preparation For Use
In order to ensure safety of use, a minimum height of 2.5m must be maintained. 5. PREPARATION FOR USE CAUTION! Two people are required to install the unit. 5.1. Location conditions CAUTION! When determining or changing the place of use of PHYSIOGAIT therapy device you should pay particular attention to ensure that the space under the frame was free from any items. - Page 12 The device to the customer is delivered disassembled into assemblies (8 packages). 6. Fixed and swivel suspension with the electronic panel 3. Controller assy 5. Lifting column 4. Grips 8. Harness 2. Support frame 1. Wheel base 7. Seat Wheel base pcs.
- Page 13 standard pc.1 Harness pc.1 1. You need to assemble the gate components together - set the vertical parts of the gate to the desired width. The design of the gate allows spacing from the dimensions of 730 mm to 930 mm, in 25 mm increments. There are 8 possible settings of the gate.
- Page 14 Frame Wheel base Check that the distance between them at the beginning and at the end is of the same value. Check width 3. Assemble the column on the gate. Ensure that the cable exits from the back of the mounted column. Tighten the M8x30 screws with a force of 26 Nm.
- Page 15 Wire 4. Assemble the fixed sling with the swivel, the electronics with the column. Tighten the M8x30 screws with a force of 26 Nm. Ensure that the sling is fixed towards the stringers. PhysioGait 2023 Page 15 from 44...
- Page 16 5. Assemble the desktop mount by screwing in one side of the knob with the spacer, the other side of the sliding sleeve, slide screw to freely adjust the range of motion of the mount. Screw Knob Sliding sleeve Distance washer Page 16 from 44 PhysioGait 2023...
- Page 17 6. Assemble the controller on the strikers, then screw in the security screw. Assemble the controller with the bracket to the gate with two screws. Tighten the M8x30 screws with a force of 26 Nm. PhysioGait 2023 Page 17 from 44...
- Page 18 7. Assemble the brackets with the column mount. Check that all the sliders are inserted into the bracket mount – a total of 12 pieces. Glide Page 18 from 44 PhysioGait 2023...
- Page 19 8. Assemble the other components of the elevator: straps, remote control. PhysioGait 2023 Page 19 from 44...
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Page 20: Operating The Device
In the event of a malfunction or deviations from normal operation, stop rehabilitative activities on PHYSIOGAIT therapy device and contact HEALTHCARE INTERNATIONAL service department. In case of treadmill treatment, you should unconditionally lock the wheels of PHYSIOGAIT. The patient should be dressed in suitable to performed procedures clothing. - Page 21 7.1. Height adjustment - lifting / lowering weight bearing arm CAUTION! Danger of head injury. In the Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device height adjustment is done with manual remote control. The status of the lifting function is indicated by the green LED (see Fig.14), located on the remote control. Lifting (lowering) the frame lasts as long as the button on the remote control (▲...
- Page 22 7.3. Locking castors/direction of travel CAUTION! Locking the castors prevents the rotation of the device during gait training but does not protect against castors slipping on the ground. The device should be placed and used only on horizontal and level surfaces away from the longitudinal slides, stairs, etc.
- Page 23 7.4. Mounting the straps to slings - harness CAUTION! Only harness distributed by HEALTHCARE INTERNATIONAL can be used with PHYSIOGAIT Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device. CAUTION! The harness should be used according to the manufacturer's guidelines. Straps for suspending the patient - harness (see Fig. 8) are used for stable fastening as well as supporting the patient during gait training.
- Page 24 Fasten front mounting buckles. Check if the harness is located symmetrically with respect to the axis of patient's body - adjust the position of harness if necessary. Tighten evenly - as far as possible the inguinal strips. This is an important step for comfort and even support of the patient.
- Page 25 Adjust the length of the upper harness straps ensuring free reach to grips on weight bearing arm. Fit the straps to the fastening harnesses in the relief arm or the fastening hooks in the swivel bracket. Attach additional safety hook (in relief strain). Tighten upper straps all the way.
- Page 26 Figure 11 - Example of handrail mounting in PHYSIOGAIT therapy device Fixing hole Figure 12 - Correct lock of the handrails in mounting holes It is possible to adjust the height of the handrail to the individual height of the patient. To do this, unlock the eccentric levers by lifting them up, all the while holding them set at the desired height, then lock the levers by pressing them down.
- Page 27 Figure 13 - Adjusting the height of the handrail in PHYSIOGAIT therapy device 7.7. Adjusting swivel sling PHYSIOGAIT Partial Weight Bearing Gait Therapy Device is equipped with additional swivel sling to lift the patient (see Fig.14). Additional sling is used to change the movement of the device along with the patient. Range of rotation is 360°.
- Page 28 7.8. Installation and adjustment of operator’s stool CAUTION! After mounting or changing the position of the stool, block the position lock. In order to improve ease of use of PHYSIOGAIT Therapy Device, there is possibility of mounting a stool at one of the beams of the frame.
- Page 29 7.9. Checking battery status Checking the battery charge (see Fig. 16) is done by visual inspection of the indicator on the hand remote control. Three dashes indicate battery full charge and free operation. A dash on the indicator indicates that the battery charge level may be insufficient for free operation and should be recharged.
- Page 30 Removing the battery Connecting power supply Battery in the docking Inserting the battery into from controller housing to the docking station station controller housing Figure 17 - Charging and handling the battery 7.11. Lock button CAUTION! After each finished work, press the lock button preventing the launch of therapy device control function. PHYSIOGAIT therapy device is equipped with height adjustment function lock button (see Fig.18).
- Page 31 Description of weighing module functions: The weighing module is switched on by changing the load on one of the sides by a minimum of one kilogram for about 1 second. The indicator light flashes with a short Turning on/off pulse twice per second, signaling the wait for the connection to the panel. If the weighing module connection is not established within 60 seconds, the device will automatically go into sleep mode.
- Page 32 7.15 Operator Panel ① - Charger socket ② - Reset button Figure 20 – Operator Panel Description of panel functions: Turning on the panel To activate the panel, press any button and hold it for more than 0.5 s. In case if no button is pressed for the programmed time or the load does not change by 1 kg, Turning off the panel the panel will automatically turn off.
- Page 33 On the main screen measured values of weight relief of left and right side are displayed. Graphic indicator shows the measured weight bearing value against programmed patient's weight. The relief can be shown in percentage or in selected units of the scale. Switching between display modes is done by pressing .
- Page 34 PATIENT WEIGHT MEASUREMENT - to weigh the patient, keep the button pressed until the information screen appears. When the patient is fully lifted, press the button to weigh him/her. After a while, the weighing process is completed and the result will be shown. The value is not remembered when you turn off the desktop.
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Page 35: Physiogait Therapy Device Operating Conditions
SEARCH SCREEN - The search screen shows the IDs of the found devices and the signal strength. The number of devices is limited to 7. Use to select ID to which the connection is to be made. A symbol appears next to the selected ID. -
Page 36: Cleaning Patient Contact Surfaces
8.1. Cleaning patient contact surfaces 1. The surface of the handles should be cleaned and maintained as follows: − for small dirt on the handrail or suspension, use a solution of mild detergent (such as soap or sani cloth) and clean in warm water with a dampened soft cloth or sponge;... -
Page 37: Check Of The Column
Detection of any irregularities in the operation of the actuator must be immediately reported to the HealthCare International followed by ceasing operation of the device until removal of the causes. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Figure 21 – Method of connecting the PHYSIOGAIT dynamic partial weight bearing gait therapy device to the treadmill for rehabilitation Connecting the treadmill to the PHYSIOGAIT suspension system should be p 10. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms of malfunction Description of the procedure 1. - Page 39 1. Check the status of battery. 2. Check that the battery is properly inserted in the control Stopping operation of the device while lifting box. a patient 3. Check that the maximum load on the device (SWL) has not been exceeded. Contact the service.
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Page 40: Recycling Information
11. RECYCLING INFORMATION Metals Electrical and electronic equipment waste Battery (Pb) or Li-ION Figure 24 – Recycling of PHYSIOGAIT Battery (Pb) Electronic equipment waste Control box Remote Lifting column Panel control Weight transducer support control module Page 40 from 44 PhysioGait 2023... -
Page 41: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Guidance And Manufacturer's Declaration
12. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY – GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION CAUTION! Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally. - Page 42 Power frequency 30 A/m 30 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at levels (50/60 Hz) characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or magnetic field hospital environment. IEC 61000-4-8 NOTE U is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level. Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration –...
- Page 43 Date, signature and stamp of Dynamic Partial Weight Bearing Gait the Guarantor: PHYSIOGAIT Repair registry User comments PhysioGait 2023 Page 43 from 44...
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