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Explanation of symbols 

 
Symbols used in this manual 

 

 Warning!

 

This symbol is used to indicate important information that may 
help you avoid serious personal injury, which may ultimately 
result in death.  

 

 Waste

 

This symbol is used to indicate that this product may not be 
disposed of with your household waste, in accordance with the 
WEEE directive (2002/96/EC) and national legislation. When you 
buy a new, similar such product, this product must be taken to a 
designated collection point, or to an authorised recycling centre 
for electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper 
processing of this type of waste can have a negative impact on 
the environment and on public health resulting from potentially 
hazardous substances which are commonly associated with 
EEA. By helping to dispose of this product in the proper manner, 
you will also be contributing to the effective use of natural 
resources. For more information about where used products can 
be handed in for recycling, please contact your local council 
offices, waste collection point, authorised EEA body or 
household waste disposal service. 

 

 

Packaging 
 

 

 Fragile

 

 This side up 

 

 Protect against 

moisture 

 Do not stack 

 
 
 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 872FOCPBLC00ABD187

Page 1: ...User manual Identifier 872FOCPBLC00ABD187 Version 1 0 Date 28 06 2017 Balancer User manual...

Page 2: ...Notice of Copyright Focal Meditech BV All rights reserved This manual may only be copied or used in accordance with the conditions of the purchase agreement for this product Except in situations prov...

Page 3: ...cription 8 Adapting the arm balance 9 Adapting the balancing force 10 Folding and unfolding the Balancer 10 Assembly instructions 11 Maintenance instructions 11 Maintenance of physical components 11 C...

Page 4: ...the best and safest use out of the dynamic arm support over the long term The information will tell you what you should and should not expect from the dynamic arm support how the device can be adjuste...

Page 5: ...oint or to an authorised recycling centre for electrical and electronic equipment EEE Improper processing of this type of waste can have a negative impact on the environment and on public health resul...

Page 6: ...onal injury Warning If the equipment is not functioning correctly you should contact Focal immediately Do not try to repair it yourself Failure to observe this warning may lead to the termination of t...

Page 7: ...f learning to use Intended use of the device Balancer is a medical device Balancer can be used on one or both sides The device can be mounted on a wheelchair a chair or on a mobile base as required Du...

Page 8: ...arm fitting at all times The cord is used to transfer the force from the spring mechanism to the arm fitting The horizontal arm brings the arm fitting into the working reach of the user Hinge 1 can b...

Page 9: ...he more the wrist fitting is moved backwards i e towards the elbow the easier the arm and hand can be tilted downwards If the wrist fitting is moved forwards the arm and the hand can be tilted upwards...

Page 10: ...e same procedure for the shaft on the horizontal rod The lever should only be pulled outwards to fix this in its optimum position after unfolding 2 Folding the Balancer Start by loosening the shaft on...

Page 11: ...ntenance instructions Maintenance of physical components All housings and the cord must be inspected on a regular basis If these parts are visibly damaged the device should not be used It is not permi...

Page 12: ...LC ABC091 Balancer complete 872FOCSABLC ABD291 Balancer complete Heavy duty means each number between 00 and 99 for internal use Focal have been classified as Class I according to Annex IX rule number...

Page 13: ...are in accordance with the conditions of the national or local authorised representative This being in accordance with national legislation Conditions and warranty direct delivery by Focal Meditech BV...

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