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i-limb

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Part number: MA 01155: Issue No. 4, January 2015

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Page 1: ...i limb TM select Manual Part number MA 01155 Issue No 4 January 2015 ...

Page 2: ...efurbished This document provides instruction for prosthetists in the fitting and servicing of the i limb select and should be read in full prior to fitting It is highly recommended that the use of this manual is made in conjunction with instruction from a clinician experienced in upper limb and myo electric prostheses ...

Page 3: ...rist 3 1 Wrist Connection Options 3 2 Quick Wrist Disconnect QWD 3 3 Wrist Disarticulation 4 Adjustments 4 1 Digit Configuration 4 2 Digit Installation 4 3 Thumb Installation 5 Covers 5 1 Cover Options 6 biosim app clinician version 6 1 biosim app Overview 6 2 Getting Started 7 my i limb patient version 7 1 my i limb Overview 7 2 Getting Started 8 Support Information 8 1 General Safety Warnings an...

Page 4: ...help complete daily tasks Grips and gestures can then be customized further for precise control The i limb select offers compliant grip through individually powered digits with stall out ability A manually rotating thumb in conjunction with a pulsing enhanced grip vari grip and the wide range of automated grip patterns lead to broad functionality 1 3 Prosthesis Overview The i limb select is availa...

Page 5: ...5 of 50 Part number MA 01155 Issue No 4 January 2015 Motorized Digit Knuckle Palmar Fairing Manual Thumb Rotator On Off Switch ...

Page 6: ...losed position Index finger will move to provide grip against a fixed thumb Thumb 3 Jaw Chuck Tripod Closed ring and little finger move to terminal close Thumb automatically moves to a partially closed position Index and middle fingers move to provide grip against a fixed thumb Precision pinch grip options are best for picking up small items between and the thumb and index finger There are 4 optio...

Page 7: ... additional grip patterns and gestures consider how often you perform different tasks and if having a program for that activity would make it easier faster for you to perform Since each digit has its own motor you can put pressure against any digit to stop it from moving called stalling the digit Many of these additional grips can be performed by stalling one or more digits If it is a task that is...

Page 8: ...mended to determine the optimal placement of electrodes fig 2 virtu limb is not included with the i limb select Contact Touch Bionics for information about ordering virtu limb Consult Touch Bionics training materials for information on myo testing Do not rely on previous myo electrical testing Use anatomical sites where the electrode will maintain constant even contact with the skin Avoid placing ...

Page 9: ...ment 4 Socket length and the overall length of the prosthesis in comparison to the opposite side Clinicians should have prior experience with building externally powered prosthetic sockets before fitting the i limb select Touch Bionics batteries charger port and switch block components should always be used with the i limb select During socket fabrication appropriate measures must be taken to prev...

Page 10: ...on doff the prosthesis and that the postion will not result in pressure from the residual limb that could distort the battery Placement of batteries should allow for removal of the inner socket If the socket has a bulbous distal end do not position batteries or charger port around the narrow region of the prosthesis Battery Placement Battery Placement for a Long Residual Limb Coupling Piece Assemb...

Page 11: ...ck Washer and the M8 Flat Washer before hand tightening the the locking nut Use a 3 8 wrench to tighten the locking nut Do not overtighten Do not use pliers on the charge port Position the M8 Lock Washer and M8 Flat Washer in place over the threaded shaft of the charger port Engage the M8 locking nut with the threaded shaft and tighten firmly by hand The use of both the Lock Washer and Flat Washer...

Page 12: ...fabricate a relief for the battery in the socket interface When planning battery location and dummy placement for fabrication keep in mind a maximum distance of 135mm is possible between cells due to wire length The image opposite shows the 1 300mAh battery option 2 5 Battery Configuration 2 6 Battery Installation Only Touch Bionics batteries are approved for use with the i limb select Use of alte...

Page 13: ...will need to position the battery between the socket interface and the frame This will be necessary when the residual limb is longer than 60 of the humeral or forearm section of the prosthesis the battery is too large for the space available in the socket interface frame Cutting or modifying the battery wires in any way will invalidate the warranty Do not bend or shape the battery in any way Ensur...

Page 14: ...ousing dummies fig 7 Dual battery charger base unit fig 8 Wall charging unit fig 9 Switch Assembly Switch Block is typically used in conjunction with a wrist rotator or for patients who would like a power off control on the socket fig 10 Switch template Switch Assembly if Switch Assembly is ordered fig 11 This template is to be applied to the desired position on the socket to help guide drill hole...

Page 15: ...0 mAh battery 180 minutes Insert the charger fig 14 or fig 15 into the power outlet The charger will need to be inserted into the power outlet prior to connecting to the charge port To charge insert the charger lead connector into the charge port A click should be heard on connection If the green light is on when you first plug in the device ensure the switch block is off To remove the charger lea...

Page 16: ...f lights continue to illuminate contact Touch Bionics Customer Support i limb Power Pack Charger i limb Power Pack batteries for i limb select should only be charged using the Touch Bionics battery charger fig 16 supplied Place the batteries in the charger as illustrated Insert the charger lead from the battery powerpack into the charge port Insert the charger into the power outlet Charging time f...

Page 17: ... Switch Connecting the i limb select using the QWD 1 Ensure the i limb select is switched off 2 Align the QWD connection of the i limb select with the connection in the forarm socket 3 1 Wrist Connection Options The following wrist connection options are available for the i limb select 1 Quick Wrist Disconnect QWD 2 Wrist Disarticulation ...

Page 18: ... 4 January 2015 3 Engage the coupling 4 Test the connection is fully engaged with a slight rotation Disconnecting the i limb select using the QWD 1 Ensure the i limb select is switched off 2 Support the i limb select in the palm of the hand ...

Page 19: ...om the socket Support the hand and withdraw away from the socket 3 4 3 3 Wrist Disarticulation The wrist disarticulation is fabricated directly into the socket frame and then attached to the i limb select by the following steps 1 Disconnect the Palm Fairing from the i limb select chassis by unscrewing the screw in the palmar surface using a T10 Screwdriver available for order ...

Page 20: ... plate onto the WD Lamination Plate at base of the i limb select ensuring it is firmly engaged 4 Secure the Wrist Disarticulation plate to the WD Lamination Plate using a T10 screw and a T10 Screwdriver 5 Replace the Palm Fairing onto the chassis by hand tightening the screw in the palmar surface using a T10 Screwdriver Ensure that the Palm Fairing does not pinch the wiring ...

Page 21: ...l manner To disconnect the Wrist Disarticulation from the i limb select complete the above steps in reverse 1 Disconnect the Palm Fairing from the Chassis Be careful to not damage wiring when removing the Palm Fairing 2 Loosen the WD Lamination Plate Screw from the Wrist Disarticulation plate 3 Slide theWrist Disarticulation off the base of the i limb select 4 Separate the i limb select from the W...

Page 22: ...ndividual digits for the i limb select are manufactured as sizes 2 3 5 and 6 Sizes 2 and 3 contain a small motor while sizes 5 and 6 contain a a larger motor The standard digit configuration of the small and medium sized i limb select is outlined in the table 1 Support the i limb select in the palm of the hand with the digits in the fully open position Insert the T10 Screwdriver in the screw of th...

Page 23: ...ver provided by Touch Bionics 1 Support the i limb select in the palm of the hand Do not over tighten screws If there is resistance while tightening the screw check for cross threading by removing and re inserting the screw 2 Fully rotate the thumb to the side as illustrated It is recommended that you discard the used screws as the anti vibration pad on the screw shaft will be deformed during use ...

Page 24: ...kle block 3 Disconnect the Palm Fairing using the T10 screwdriver to loosen the palmar T10 screw 4 Gently move the Palm Fairing to the ulnar side to allow access to the exposed T10 screw at the base of the thumb 5 Using the T10 Screwdriver access the screw from the medial to lateral direction to loosen ...

Page 25: ...ring and the chassis It is recommended that you discard the used screws as the anti vibration pad on the screw shaft will be deformed during use Digit screws should be replaced using the new screws provided Do not over tighten screws If there is resistance while tightening the screw check for cross threading by removing and re inserting the screw Touch Bionics recommends T10 Screwdriver for use wi...

Page 26: ...d inner surface of the cover provide some frictional properties for slip resistance when gripping The back of the glove is smooth to allow the hand to easily move through sleeves of clothing The cover of the i limb select is very important The i limb select should not be used without an approved cover that is well maintained Please consult the Coverings Care Guide for donning and doffing instructi...

Page 27: ...e downloaded from the Apple App store Please ensure that you select the biosim app shown by the grey and white logo The iPod sold separately connects to your i limb select via a Bluetooth connection which is automatically established when you start the biosim app The biosim mobile App is compatible with the following devices iPhone 4s or newer iPad 4th generation or newer iPad mini iPod 5 or newer...

Page 28: ...ings icon on the first screen Next go to the App Store via the icon Tap on it to start the app To search for the biosim app type Touch Bionics or biosim in the search tab and download the app to your iPod Note an Apple ID will be required to down load the app If you do not have one please create an account by logging on to the Apple website or using another mobile device Activation The first time ...

Page 29: ...this screen Firmware Updates Tapping Apply will bring you to the firmware update warning screen Ensure you read and comply with all warnings Tap Continue with update to proceed Note Ensure that you are able to perform the update without interruption Loss of power or hand communication could result in your device locking which will require service by Touch Bionics Total update time may take up to 1...

Page 30: ...e sure the hand is functional Tap search to try again Editing favorites Tap the edit button at the top right and the screen changes to look like the one at the right Tap the red symbol to delete the favorite Grab the handles and drag to re order the list Tap the name of the entry to edit the favorite Connection When hand is turned on and ready to connect the screen will show this display Tap on th...

Page 31: ...een made use the top left button to navigate back to the screen at the right Tap the Save button to permanently store the changes in the list of favorites Favorites are not stored in the hand only within the app Editing favorites Tap an icon to choose one to associate with the favorite you are editing Editing favorites Edit the trigger associated with the previously tapped feature Tap a trigger to...

Page 32: ...xt field to type in a name for the new favorite Tap the Icon entry to choose an icon for the new favorite Save a new favorite Tap an icon to choose one for the new favorite Save a new favorite Switch to the favorites page by tapping on the heart Notice the presence of the new favorite created in the last several slides Save a new favorite Tap the save button to add the new favorite to the list of ...

Page 33: ... by tapping the existing value Currently active features and triggers Use the spinning selection dial to choose a new value and tap the Save button Tap cancel to keep the current value Currently active features and triggers Use the spinning selection dial to choose a new value and tap the Save button Tap cancel to keep the current value Currently active features and triggers Tap a trigger to chang...

Page 34: ... features and triggers Use the sliders to adjust how far open or closed the fingers should be when natural hand mode activates Tap the current natural hand finger position entry Use the sliders to choose finger positions and tap the Save button Tap Other to keep the current values Currently active features and triggers Tap the current natural hand delay setting Use the spinning selection dial to c...

Page 35: ...al and blue for the close signal Rotate the device to portrait mode or tap the Done button to exit the graph Tap the camera button to save a snap shot to the camera roll Use the swipe gestures to scroll the graph backwards and forwards to review up to 2 minutes of history Real time graph Tapping on the real time graph will let you change the gain and threshold settings Adjust the sliders to make c...

Page 36: ...e the app use whatever language the rest of the iPhone is using Signing out You will be prompted to confirm the sign out choice as this cannot be undone Tap No to return to the app Tap Yes to sign out About the App This screen gives information about the hand and the app Tap sign out to disconnect the app from the PCP account you are currently logged into ...

Page 37: ...mb mobile app must be downloaded from the Apple App store Please ensure that you select the my i limb app shown by the grey and white logo The iPod sold separately connects to your i limb select via a Bluetooth connection which is automatically established when you start the my i limb app The my i limb mobile app is compatible with the following devices iPhone 4s or newer iPad 4th generation or ne...

Page 38: ...y logging on to the Apple website or using another mobile device After installation of my i limb Upon downloading the my i limb mobile App an icon will appear on your screen Tap on it to start the app Note Touch Bionics recommends using the latest Apple iOS for best performance If you are using an older version of iOS you may receive a one time notice Tap Continue to acknowledge Activation The fir...

Page 39: ...h will require service by Touch Bionics Total update time may take up to 10 minutes After tapping Continue with update you will arrive at a final confirmation screen Tap Yes to continue After tapping Yes the update will begin You will see a variety of screens as the update progresses Update screens may vary depending on device updated At the conclusion of the update you will be prompted to turn yo...

Page 40: ...cian to access your device you will need to tell them your 4 digit serial number located on the wrist plate near the thumb They will be prompted to enter this after selecting your device If the app is unable to connect to the selected hand the screen at the right will appear Turn the hand off and back on then make sure the hand is functional Tap search to try again Accidental disconnection If the ...

Page 41: ...vorite Grab the handles and drag to change the order of the list Tap the name of the entry to edit the favorite Editing favorites Tap an icon to choose one to associate with the favorite you are editing Editing favorites Edit the trigger associated with the previously tapped feature Tap a trigger to change the association Tap the features button in the top left to return to the list of features Ed...

Page 42: ...he currently active features and triggers tap the button Save a new favorite Tap the save button to add the new favorite to the list of all favorites You can also tap the cancel button to abort the creation of the new favorite Save a new favorite Tap an icon to choose one for the new favorite Save a new favorite Switch to the favorites page by tapping on the heart Notice the presence of the new fa...

Page 43: ...nd take effect immediately Currently active features and triggers continued This is an example of the features page after the changes from the previous page Notice the highlighted feature with the trigger name under it This indicates the Hold Open trigger will cause the hand to enter the thumb precision pinch closed feature Currently active features and triggers continued Tap a trigger to change i...

Page 44: ...e camera roll Use the swipe gestures to scroll the graph backwards and forwards to review up to 2 minutes of history Multilingual support You can choose which language should be used by the app Choosing system default will make the app use whatever language the rest of the device is using Signing out You will be prompted to confirm the sign out choice as this cannot be undone Tap No to return to t...

Page 45: ...er Only approved Touch Bionics accessories and tooling may be used with the i limb select Do not use an i limb device to operate your mobile device whilst it is connected to a mains outlet as this can affect EMG signal Failure to comply with the above guidelines will invalidate the warranty Batteries Do not bend or exert excessive pressure on the battery Do not pierce the battery Do not disassembl...

Page 46: ...y has good charge Ensure the electrodes maintain good contact Check electrode placement and wiring Contact your local distributor Battery charge does not last a full day Fully charge the battery overnight Check the battery connection Ensure electrodes are not set above 5 5 Check user is not holding a sustained signal to the hand Replace the battery Contact your local distributor The hand will open...

Page 47: ...atory driving test using your i limb device to demonstrate your ability to operate a motor vehicle safely if required by local regulations contacting your insurance provider and advise them that you will be using the i limb device to drive a motor vehicle ensuring that the device has a fully charged battery Please note that the i limb device will emit a low battery signal which will alert you if t...

Page 48: ...79g medium 9 0 Appendix 9 2 i limb select information Hazardous Area Classification The i limb select device is not intended for use outside the boundries of the environments listed below The cus tomer or user of the i limb select device should assure that it it not used in such environments Condition Level Maximum temperature 70 c Minimum temperature 40 c Hazardous Area Classification Non Hazardo...

Page 49: ...and accessories not compatible with the i limb select by anyone other than Touch Bionics or an affiliate is not covered including use of non Touch Bionics batteries The warranty is void if damaged covers are not replaced or repaired in a timely manner by a Touch Bionics cosmesis facility or another facility authorized by Touch Bionics or if an approved covering is not worn at all times when the i ...

Page 50: ... provides double Isolation to protect against electric shock IP40 Degreeof protection IP40 Protection against penetration by solid particles with diameters larger than 1 mm No special protection against penetration by water Serial Number For i limb select devices The unique serial number for i limb ultra revolution devices is a Q with a 4 digit alpha numeric number WEEE Compliance Catalogue number...

Page 51: ...al Customers Touch Bionics Unit 3 Ashwood Court Oakbank Park Way Livingston EH53 0TH Scotland Tel 44 1506 438 556 Email info touchbionics com For address details and further information please visit www touchbionics com Third party products and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners ...

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