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FREESTEP SAS  

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND ASSEMBLY 

 

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Summary of Contents for 950-487

Page 1: ...FREESTEP SAS INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND ASSEMBLY 950 487 960 126 960 401 960 402 FN 19 052 2 19 ...

Page 2: ...m the Biodex website www biodex com If the desired information is not found please feel free to contact a local distributor or Biodex directly at supportservices biodex com Thank you Biodex Medical Systems Inc Contact information Manufactured by Biodex Medical Systems Inc 20 Ramsey Road Shirley New York 11967 4704 Tel 800 224 6339 Int l 631 924 9000 Fax 631 924 8355 email supportservices biodex co...

Page 3: ...eos 8 2 Assembly Instructions 9 Attach Height Adjustment System to Track and Trolley 9 FreeStep SAS Operation 10 Emergency Procedures 12 3 FreeStep SAS System Operation 14 Using the Standard Unweighing Harness 14 Support Harness DLX 16 Braking Trolley Optional 18 Ropeman 18 P600 Lift Optional 20 4 Operating Instructions 21 5 Maintenance and Cleaning 22 6 Specifications 23 ...

Page 4: ...4 Definition of Symbols The following symbols and their associated definitions are used and implied throughout this manual ...

Page 5: ...t be used if an issue requiring service by Biodex personnel is detected during inspection CAUTION Ensure that the support rope safety stop does not come in contact with the support bar pulley when either a Biodex supplied harness or other manufacturer s harness is used to support the patient CAUTION When service is required the FreeStep SAS System should only be serviced by personnel authorized by...

Page 6: ...efully Failure to read the manual may result in user error or inaccurate data Be sure to save all provided documents for future reference Make certain to understand all warning and caution labels as explained in the Before Proceeding section of this manual This product should be used only as specified in the operation manual The FreeStep SAS System is designed for use in a patient environment For ...

Page 7: ...sts can focus on assisting rather than supporting Custom Configuration The FreeStep SAS can be custom configured to any facility complementing the existing equipment floor plan Install as a simple loop for continuous ambulation over stairs or through parallel bars or add side branches for equipment specific stations to include treadmill exercise or balance training sample configurations can be fou...

Page 8: ...site under Physical Medicine Products Supported Ambulation FreeStep SAS To play a video select the triangle play button on the right of the screen These two videos focus on Parkinson s 1 How to FreeStep SAS for Parkinson s http www biodex com video freestep pd 2 How to FreeStep SAS for Parkinson s Alignment and Static Balance http www biodex com video freestep pd align Figure 1 2 FreeStep SAS Vide...

Page 9: ... shaped clevis 1 using pliers or an adjustable wrench Figure 1 3 Removing Shackle Pin 2 from U Shaped Clevis 1 2 Insert the U shaped clevis 1 through the eyehole of the trolley line up the Height Adjustment System 2 and reinsert the shackle pin 3 initiating from the non threaded end of the clevis Figure 1 4 Inserting Height Adjustment System into Track with U Shaped Clevis and Shackle Pin 2 1 1 2 ...

Page 10: ... ensure it does not back out of the clevis FreeStep SAS Operation Using the Pulley and Rope 1 Adjust the tension to a level that best supports the patient while participating in ambulatory level and or therapeutic activities by pulling down to raise the pulley This pull locks the rope in the cam cleat Figure 1 6 Raise the Pulley to Lock the Rope in the Cam Cleat 2 Use a quick rope tug or flip to d...

Page 11: ... system creates a 3 1 advantage of leverage meaning that the patient s weight will only feel one third as heavy as it actually is However in practice the friction between the rope and the pulleys will add about 10 of the weight back to the required force necessary for hoisting Figure 1 8 Pulley Physics ...

Page 12: ...ack and place the wheelchair under the patient Figure 1 9 Patient is positioned perpendicular to the track with wheelchair positioned underneath 2 Take the rope and step away from the track A hard flip will disengage the rope from the cam cleat Figure 2 0 Putting Pressure on the Rope NOTE These steps are explained in the FreeStep SAS eLearning course ...

Page 13: ...1 Lowering the Patient into the Chair If two people are available 4 One person takes the patient under the arms and lifts the patient until there is slack in the rope 5 The second person disengages the rope from the cam cleat and lowers the patient ...

Page 14: ...eding consistent body weight unloading It also provides increased trunk stability A two panel design allows for a wide range of adjustability and easy application in sitting and supine positions while a unique pelvic support piece prevents excessive pressure in the groin area Standing Harness Application Note Applying the Biodex Standard Unweighing Harness while the patient is in a standing positi...

Page 15: ...15 Figure 2 3 Unweighing System Harness Application Videos ...

Page 16: ...applications with tall patients 6 3 on a treadmill or 6 11 on the floor A pelvic support strap is included to keep the harness in place when limited body weight support is intended For information on how to apply the Pelvic Support Strap go to www biodex com harness and click on the Manuals tab NOTE For a video on Applying the Support Harness DLX visit www biodex harnesses Figure 2 6 Support Harne...

Page 17: ...he intention is slight support or safety from falling during activity The Quick Release pin see Figure 2 7 is used to disconnect the hanger bar from the clevis It can be reconnected to a Single Point Support harness either directly or a carabiner can be used NOTE The Straight Hanger Bar with quick disconnect can also be used with the FreeStep Rail System Figure 2 8 Direct Connection to a Single Po...

Page 18: ...ailed information on installation and usage Figure 2 9 Braking Trolley Accessory Figure 3 0 Tightening Pole NOTE The eyelet with the yellow tag is not to bear weight in any circumstance The yellow tagged eyelet is for adjusting rail friction only Ropeman A spring loaded cam cleat provides a closed loop system that can be used for higher level balance activities If using the single point attachment...

Page 19: ...rabiner to the bracket as illustrated in Figure 3 2 Figure 3 2 Ropeman Using a Dual Point Attachment The mechanism needs to be positioned to the teeth are facing down It is in the correct position if it can be moved freely in the upward direction only To move the safety ropeman in the downward direction pull on the release tab Figure 3 3 Pulling the Release Tab ...

Page 20: ...red by non proprietary batteries the P 600 offers a cost effective option to institutions Additionally the P 600 comes standard with a full range of features such as on board controls and emergency lowering Its on board controls are complemented by a pneumatic hand control enhancing maneuvering options for the lift Equipped with a digital display the P 600 offers real time feedback a battery indic...

Page 21: ...e support harness see Figure 3 7 Dual Point Connection with Spreader Bar a Use either the Standard Unweighing Harness or the Support Harness DLX b Open the Quick Connect Shackle by pulling on the orange tab and connect it to the metal v loops located on the shoulder straps see Figure 3 3 3 After the patient is securely harnessed in the FreeStep make any necessary adjustments until there is some te...

Page 22: ...s on a regular basis to ensure safety Replace the harness at the first sign of wear Disposal An appropriate waste disposal company is to be contacted i e the local collection point for waste separation Properly dispose of the device at the end of its service life The device packaging is disposed of through resource recycling The metal parts of the machine go to scrap metal disposal Plastic parts a...

Page 23: ... 52 to 72 132 to 183 cm User Capacity rated for 600 lb 272 kg Warranty 60 days parts Pediatric Harness Torso Circumference 14 to 36 36 to 91 cm User Capacity rated for 30 to 100 lb 13 to 45 kg Warranty 60 days parts Optional Parts 960 117 Portable Motorized Lift 960 143 Trolley Assembly Standard 960 144 Trolley Assembly Braking 960 145 Pole Tightening 960 146 Single Line Drop Adjustment Ropeman 95...

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