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Lafayette Hydraulic Pinch Gauge

3700 Sagamore Pkwy N Lafayette, IN 47904  .  Phone: (765) 423-1505

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Zero-Adjustment Screw

Calibration

 

The instrument is calibrated at the factory using a 
custom calibration device. To ensure proper operation, 
the instrument should be returned to the manufacturer 
for calibration on a regular, preferably, annual basis. 
If the instrument has been dropped or there is some 
particular reason to suspect the calibration is in error, 
the instrument should be serviced by the manufacturer 
immediately.

Zero Reading

The gauge needle may be above or below the zero 
reading upon receipt of the instrument. The gauge on 
this instrument is sensitive to pressure changes due 
to changes in altitude and will most likely require an 

Summary of Contents for 5030P1

Page 1: ... s Manual www lafayetteinstrument com info lafayetteinstrument com Model 5030P1 MAN32269 Copyright 2020 by Lafayette Instrument Company Inc All Rights Reserved Rel 6 11 20 Lafayette Hydraulic Pinch Gauge User s Manual 1 ...

Page 2: ...ied to the gauge The peak hold needle displays the maximum force that was applied during the trial Operation The therapist holds the rounded end of the gauge supporting the weight of the instrument with the pressure pad positioned toward the patient The gauge must be zeroed before each trial To zero the instrument turn the center knob counter clockwise until the peak hold needle returns to zero Wi...

Page 3: ... Test involving the tip of the thumb and the tip of each or any of the fingers making certain that the other fingers are not involved 2 Key Pinch Test involving the pad of the thumb and the PIP joint of the index finger 3 Palmar Pinch Test involving the pad of the thumb and the pads of the index and middle fingers Note Lafayette Instrument Company recommends placing the patient s thumb on the pres...

Page 4: ...Lafayette Hydraulic Pinch Gauge 3700 Sagamore Pkwy N Lafayette IN 47904 Phone 765 423 1505 4 7 6 9 1 5 4 3 2 8 ...

Page 5: ... Peak Hold Knob 6 Pinch Block 7 Pressure Pad 8 Zero Adjustment Screw 9 Real Time Force Needle Service Tips The Lafayette Hydraulic Pinch Gauge is designed to provide reliable service with minimal maintenance over a period of many years To make sure the instrument is reading accurately it is recommended to make a few checks occasionally as listed below ...

Page 6: ...to the manufacturer for calibration on a regular preferably annual basis If the instrument has been dropped or there is some particular reason to suspect the calibration is in error the instrument should be serviced by the manufacturer immediately Zero Reading The gauge needle may be above or below the zero reading upon receipt of the instrument The gauge on this instrument is sensitive to pressur...

Page 7: ...slotted screw counter clockwise in the gauge dial face until the needle is below zero if it is already zero turn the cam until it is slightly farther below zero 5 Turn the screw in the reverse direction until the gauge needle is almost touching the zero line 6 Reattach the gauge lens and the handle 7 Pick up and squeeze to apply pressure to the instrument a few times 8 Place the instrument back on...

Page 8: ...essive friction in the red peak hold assembly by turning the peak hold knob in the lens counterclockwise If the peak hold needle deflects the gauge needle return the instrument for service Likewise if the red peak hold needle moves too freely i e spins without pressure applied return the instrument for service Peak Hold Needle ...

Page 9: ...er Handle can also be cleaned with an isopropyl alcohol wipe Do not use alcohol on the plastic gauge faceplate or cover Disclaimer The cleaning instructions for Lafayette Instrument products are a recommendation of compatible cleaning materials only Product end users are responsible for instituting an appropriate cleaning regimen utilizing best practices and techniques Lafayette Instrument assumes...

Page 10: ...ined within the device and does not come into contact with the user or patient If the device is damaged the fluid can leak out and human exposure to the fluid is a possibility The fluid is non toxic and contains no chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Despite the relative safety of the fluid precautions should be taken to limit exposure If exposure occurs the fo...

Page 11: ...before reuse INHALATION Remove exposed person to fresh air if adverse effects are observed If breathing is labored administer oxygen If breathing has stopped apply artificial respiration If irritation persists get medical attention Warranty The Lafayette Hydraulic Pinch Gauge has a 1 year parts and labor warranty Please contact our service department at service lafayetteinstrument com to schedule ...

Page 12: ...ent Europe Phone 44 1509 817700 Fax 44 1509 817701 Email eusales lafayetteinstrument com Phone Fax Email or Mail in Orders All orders need to be accompanied by a hard copy of your purchase order All orders must include the following information Quantity Part Number Description Your purchase order number or method of pre payment Your tax status include tax exempt numbers Shipping address for this o...

Page 13: ...Payment must be made in advance by draft drawn on a major US bank wire transfers to our account charge with VISA MasterCard American Express or confirmed irrevocable letter of credit Proforma invoices will be provided upon request Exports If ordering instrumentation for use outside the USA please specify the country of ultimate destination as well as the power requirements 110V 60Hz or 220V 50Hz S...

Page 14: ...on warranty repairs Cancellations Orders for custom products custom assemblies or instruments built to customer specifications will be subject to a cancellation penalty of 100 Payment for up to 100 of the invoice value of custom products may be required in advance Cancellation for a standard Lafayette Instrument manufactured product once the product has been shipped will normally be assessed a cha...

Page 15: ... original manufacturer s warranty will be honored by Lafayette Instrument for items not manufactured by Lafayette Instrument Company i e resell items This assumes normal usage under commonly accepted operating parameters and excludes consumable products Warranty period for repairs or used instrumentation purchased from Lafayette Instrument is 90 days Lafayette Instrument Company agrees either to r...

Page 16: ...amaged or repaired by others Defects in equipment do not include decomposition wear or damage by chemical action or corrosion or damage incurred during shipment Limited Obligations Covered by this Warranty 1 In the case of instruments not of Lafayette Instrument Company manufacture the original manufacturer s warranty applies 2 Shipping charges under warranty are covered only in one direction The ...

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