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User

 Guide

KINOVA

®

 

Dynamic 

arm support O

110

Summary of Contents for O110

Page 1: ...User Guide KINOVA Dynamic arm support O110 ...

Page 2: ... assembling the arm support 8 Attaching the brace 10 Placing the arm in the brace 12 Adjustment and configuration 14 Adjusting the arm support weight compensation 14 Adjusting the arm support positioning 15 Replacing the brace 15 Available brace options 15 Changing the arm support laterality 16 Maintenance support and servicing 18 Arm support cleaning 18 Arm support transportation 18 Technical sup...

Page 3: ...he device supports the arm through all movements within a three dimensional region Actions performed while using the arm support are the responsibility of the user Limitations The arm support is intended to be used to help support arm movements during typical everyday activities at home in public or in a typical office environment The arm support is not intended to be used while driving an automob...

Page 4: ...d table clamp 2 73 kg Arm weight compensation range 1 0 kg to 5 5 kg 2 2 lbs to 12 1 lbs Maximum payload 5 5 kg 12 1 lbs Device structure size W x D x H 17 cm x 10 cm x 85 cm Device structure material die cast aluminum Operating temperature range 10 C to 40 C Storage temperature range 10 C to 40 C Symbols used in this guide Explanation of symbols used in the guide The following symbols are used in...

Page 5: ... is properly installed and that the device adequately supports the arm Check the braces for any foam or silicone pad deterioration If there has been too much wear the brace may have to be replaced Do not use a third party brace with the arm support Use only one of the approved brace models with brace selection and adjustment carried out under the guidance of health professionals The arm support ma...

Page 6: ...ntial pinch points on the arm support There is one major pinch point where the upper arm and the enclosure for the spring on the base come together This point is labeled with a sticker There are also a few minor pinch points Never stick your fingers in any cavity of the product Make sure people around you particularly children do not put their fingers near any of the pinch points Be aware of pinch...

Page 7: ...me assembly is required to install the device The arm support consists of the following main components Table clamp Links Base with adjustment ring and upper arm Brace Figure 1 Arm support right arm setup shown The arm support is delivered in a box partially unassembled in the four main parts The arm support needs to be set up and assembled ...

Page 8: ...y The upper arm also provides a mounting point for the brace The brace provides a sling in which to securely but comfortably place the user s upper arm and elbow The brace comes in several different models Mounting and assembling the arm support Steps are required to mount and assemble the arm support in the area where it will be used A clamp is used to provide a stable mounting point on a table a...

Page 9: ...It is important that the pin goes all the way through the links to avoid damaging the bearings Note The placement will depend on which arm the device needs to be configured to support The middle part of the links must go on the outside for the particular arm configuration The arm support is delivered configured for a right handed or left handed user with the compatible left or right handed brace ...

Page 10: ...his by sliding the pin of the base of the arm support into the bearings of the links Note It is important that the pin goes all the way through the links to avoid damaging the bearings Attaching the brace The arm of the user is secured in a brace The brace must be attached to the arm support as part of the installation About this task All the braces are exchangeable between all the arm supports Yo...

Page 11: ... Dynamic arm support O110 User Guide 11 2 Pull the clip on the brace inwards While holding the clip slide the slot of the hook on the brace so that it goes between the two washers on the end of the upper arm ...

Page 12: ...e brace in the following way The lower arm should lie in the brace The upper arm of the user should be placed against the upper arm support not far above the elbow Note The upper arm support consists out of hypoallergenic rubber with a stainless steel frame The brace is flexible and can be adjusted to the arm so that it is as comfortable as possible for the user The elbow should be free If you are...

Page 13: ...trapandpadovertheuser sforearmandsecure the end of the strap on the velcro patch under the brace This way the forearm is secured and can t fall out of the brace If the brace includes the optional wrist attachment position the wrist of the user over the rounded support at the end of the attachment ...

Page 14: ...ion can range between 1 0 kg and 5 5 kg This is called the adjustment range and allows a user to compensate for various arm weights as well as adjust to different levels of fatigue The chosen compensation setting makes the arm controllable in a weightless manner Without any effort applied the arm support positions itself with the user s arm sitting in the brace just above the lowest possible verti...

Page 15: ...r right Replacing the brace The brace can easily be replaced with another Kinova brace of the same arm side About this task Any of the available Kinova arm brace models can be used with the arm support It is relatively straightforward to switch in a different model of brace Note Braces are either left arm or right arm but not both While it is possible to swap in a different model of brace it has t...

Page 16: ... that is most appropriate for a user s needs Note An improperly fitted brace increases the risk that the arm can come loose from the brace and potentially lead to injury Available brace options There are four different Kinova brace options The brace models have different functionalities and are adjustable for the needs of the user Choice of brace and adjustment need to be done with the help of a h...

Page 17: ...support This is possible but some re configuration is involved Contact Kinova for more details Changing the arm support laterality The laterality of the arm support left handed vs right handed can be changed Some configuration is required The braces come in left and right handed models and the arm support is set up and configured specifically for either left or right arm use based on the user s do...

Page 18: ...sy to transport However make sure to use the original shipping box to avoid damage to the product during transport With reference to the installation instructions in this guide follow the following steps to transport the arm support 1 disassemble the arm support 2 pack the arm support components in the original shipping box for transport 3 unpack and set up the arm support at the new location Tech...

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