Focal Meditech 210030, User Manual

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Risks and contra-indications

No essential user risks are known while using the Robot Interface. The Robot Interface is an 

aid which should be used by the intended users. There are no known contra-indications for the 

Robot Interface. To be able to use the Robot Interface the following warnings must be taken 

into account.

Warning:

 In case of doubt about the safety of the device, the product should not be 

used anymore and should be removed from the wheelchair. Do not try to fix it yourself 

but contact Focal Meditech or its authorized representative. Failure to do this will void 

the warranty.

Warning: 

The Robot Interface does not have parts that can be modified or repaired by 

the user or other persons. Do not modify any part of this equipment without the 

manufacturer’s authorization. Failure of this can lead to malfunctioning and void the 

warranty. 

Warning: 

Do not lift heavy objects or overload the Robot Interface.  

Warning:

 The Mini joystick Focal needs to be cleaned once a month with a vacuum 

cleaner.

Intended use, intended users and operation of the device

Intended use 

The Robot Interface is a liftmechanism to be used in combination with a robotmanipulator. The 

device is intended to be mounted on the side of an electrical wheelchair.

The device makes it possible to lower the retract position of the robotmanipulator so it can fit 

under the worksheet or armrest of the electrical wheelchair. It is designed for people with very 

limited muscle force to help in Activities of Daily Living (ADL).

Intended users

The intended users of the Robot Interface are users with a robotmanipulator with the need 

for the possibility to park the robotmanipulator out of the way. Users who have a severe 

impairment in the arm and hand functionality:

1 

Persons challenged by severe muscular weakness resulting in the inability to perform 

essential Activities of Daily Living (ADL) activities including eating, drinking, facial care, 

computer use. Advanced dynamic arm supports could not compensate for the muscle 

weakness. 

2 

Persons challenged by muscle functioning;

3 

Combination of these.

Operation of the device

Robot Interface consists of a liftarm, a control box and a battery power cable. The liftarm is 

controlled by the controlbox based on a user input device of a “Handschakelaar” from Focal 

Meditech or a 3,5mm switch. The power for the Robot Interface is retrieved from the control 

box via a cable through the liftarm. In the liftarm there is also an extension cable for the data 

connector of the robotmanipulator. The joystick can be connected on this cable. The control 

box is available in two versions: a single switch version and a two switch version. In the single 

switch version the liftarm toggles between moving up and down when the button is pressed. 

In the two switch version there is a separate button for the upwards movement and one for 

moving downwards. 

The device stops automatically when the liftarm reaches the highest or lowest position or 

when the actuator draws too much current.

Usage of the device

The Robot Interface will move the robotmanipulator away from the user to minimize 

the chance of the robotmanipulator being an obstacle en increase safety when the 

robotmanipulator not being used.

Warning:

 If the user experiences problems using the Robot Interface, please contact 

Focal Meditech or a healthcare professional as soon as possible.