Blatchford Orion3, User Manual

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User Modes
The device has 3 user modes. Please note that these modes are only available if they have been
enabled by your practitioner.
WARNING: Care must be taken to only use those modes as instructed by your
practitioner.
1. Flexion Lock Mode
Sets the limit of flexion to a predetermined angle set by the practitioner.
The maximum lock angle is 45 degrees from fully extended.
2. Cycling Mode (Free swing)
Releases stance resistance, the device will then swing freely.
WARNING: In Cycling Mode there is no stance control active, this mode must be de-
activated before resuming walking to avoid falling and possible injury.
3. Training Mode
In this mode, the device has a predefined fixed pneumatic resistance setting, set by the
practitioner,which does not adapt to changes in walking speed. Also, Standing Mode is not
available or operational in Training Mode.
WARNING: In Training Mode, the device has a predefined fixed pneumatic resistance
setting which does not adapt to changes in walking speed. Also, Standing Mode is not
active in Training mode.
7.1
Flexion Lock Mode
To activate/de-activate Flexion Lock mode use the [-] button on the device, as follows:
To activate Flexion Lock Mode:
• Fully extend the knee.
• Press the [-] button 3 times (each time pressing until the device responds with a single short
beep).
• 3 medium beeps then sound to confirm that Flexion Lock is ON.
To de-activate Flexion Lock Mode:
• Press and hold the [-] button.
• 2 long beeps then sound to confirm that Flexion Lock is OFF and normal operation has
resumed.
WARNING: After exiting Flexion Lock Mode, always test/confirm that the device is
operating normally again before walking.