Procedure
1)
Attach appropriate add-on piece
2)
Turn on machine (“Power”)
3)
Reset recording to 0 (Press “Zero” button)
4)
Perform test
5)
Press “Peak” to find maximum force
a.
Peak is measured in clockwise (CW) and counter-clockwise (CCW) directions. To scroll
through, press “Peak” to find correct measurement
6)
Press “Zero” to reset readings
Measurements
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KGMM (Kilogram-millimetre kg-mm)
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NCM (Newton-centimetre N-cm)
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LBIN (Pound-Inch lb-in)
Sampling Methods
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Account for the time of day (morning, afternoon, evening etc.)
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Consider the amount of times the action is performed throughout the shift
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Consider the timing of the reading (ie start of shift, middle of shift, end of shift)
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Consider the time of reading if taken during shift work, sometimes shift work is slow at the
beginning and slows down as shift comes to an end
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Determine if outside weather affects the reading (open or close area)
Notes
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Consider if action is performed by dominate hand, non-dominate hand or both hands
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Consider if the action requires assistance (ie does the object need to be held by one hand while
the action is performed with the other hand)
