zebris Medical GmbH
Canid Gait Technical Specifications and User Manual
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Maintenance and Safety Inspections
Scheduled maintenance of the system is essential in order to prevent damage
and guarantees the safety of the device. All processes concerning mainte-
nance and disinfection of the device should be carried out regularly.
Should any malfunctions and/or defects be determined or suspected, the device must be
put out of operation immediately, marked as "Out Of Service" and prevented from being
used by removing the mains cable. In such case be sure to contact the manufacturer or
an authorized sales partner.
All maintenance and repair work of the measuring system or of single components that
goes beyond the activities described in this user manual must exclusively be carried out
by zebris Medical GmbH or a person who has been explicitly authorized by zebris to do
so.
Be sure to switch off the measuring system and disconnect it from mains supply before
starting any maintenance work.
7.1
General Maintenance Procedures
Immediate maintenance procedures are to be carried out if:
a) fluid enters the device.
b) cable or cable connections have been damaged.
c) covers have been damaged or have fallen off.
d) the running belt shows any signs of wear or cracks.
e) the running belt no longer runs centrally.
f) the sliding surface underneath the treadmill belt is no longer sufficiently lubricated.
g) a malfunction or a defect is suspected or has been detected.
Check regularly (approx. every 25 operating hours) whether all the screws are tight, the
belt tension is sufficient and the running belt is correctly centered. For the exact sequence
of these maintenance procedures, please refer to the user manual supplied by the tread-
mill manufacturer.
In order to keep the friction between the running belt and the Canid Gait sensor as low
as possible, the system must be lubricated at regular intervals with silicone oil. zebris
recommends lubricating at least every 6 months. For detailed information concerning the
lubrication procedure please refer to the user manual of the treadmill manufacturer.
Should the treadmill be relocated to another place, it is necessary to check that the belt
is running correctly. The belt should always run centrally on the rear guide pulley.
After a longer period of use, or if the adjustment is suboptimal, the belt can loosen and
with every step, a jolt can occur between the drive shaft and the belt. This can possibly
influence the measuring result of the system. Therefore control the belt tension regularly
in accordance with the instructions supplied by the treadmill manufacturer.
Should you hear "mechanical knocking sounds" during operation, check whether the de-
vice is standing level on the ground as incorrectly adjusted feet may often cause knocking
noises.
