Focal Meditech 210030 Bedienungsanleitung
ID manual: 606683
Revision: 1.0
Date: 1 March 2021
User manual
Robot Interface
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Disclaimer
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Content
Disclaimer 2
Copyright Notice 2
Trademarks 2
Content 3
Manual introduction 5
Symbol explanation 6
Certification Notices 7
Safety notices 8
Contact information 9
Intended use, intended users and operation of the device 10
Intended use 10
Intended users 10
Operation of the device 10
Usage of the device 10
Risks and contra-indications 11
Technical information 12
Description 12
Removing / mounting a robotmanipulator on the Robot Interface 13
Swing away the Robot Interface lift mechanism 13
Power consumption 13
Controls 14
Menu control 14
Navigate 15
Park menu 16
Accessories 18
Installation instructions 19
Installing Robot Interface 19
Installing the Focal Display 19
Installing the Mini joystick Focal or Large joystick Focal 19
Maintenance instructions 20
Hardware maintenance 20
Cleaning 20
Reuse 20
Decommissioning 20
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Manual introduction
This is the user manual for the Robot Interface. This product is developed, manufactured and
distributed by Focal Meditech or one of its authorized representatives.
This manual contains important information regarding the Robot Interface, its intended use
and possible consequences of usage. The aim of this information is to ensure successful, safe
and effective use of the device. This manual contains essential information for using the Robot
Interface, information about safety issues and contact information.
Please read this information carefully: increase of knowledge will result in an increase of
effectiveness. You should also tell people close to you about the main features, for example, the
person who looks after the wheelchair or those who help you with transfers.
Appendix 1 Technical specifications 21
Specifications Robot Interface 21
Specifications Control box 22
Specifications Focal touch screen 22
Specifications Focal Joystick mini 23
Specifications Focal Joystick large 23
Specifications UIB R-net interface 24
Appendix 2 Part numbers 25
Appendix 3 Used materials 26
Appendix 4 Quick Start Guide 27
Appendix 5 Declaration of conformity 43
Appendix 6 Conditions and Warranty 44
Conditions and Warranty: supplied through a representative of Focal Meditech 44
Conditions and Warranty: direct supply by Focal Meditech to end users 44
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Certification Notices
This is a CE Class I medical device
This label may not be removed. If the label is removed,
the warranty will be void.
This label is positioned at the side of the Control box
of the Robot Interface
This label may not be removed. If the label is removed,
the warranty will be void.
This label is positioned at the side of Focal mini
Joystick
This label may not be removed.. If the label is
removed, the warranty will be void.
This label is positioned at the side of Focal joystick
(Large)
This label may not be removed. If the label is removed,
the warranty will be void.
This label is positioned at the side of UIB R-net
interface
This label may not be removed. If the label is removed,
the warranty will be void.
This label is positioned at the back side of Focal Touch
Screen
Symbol explanation
Symbols used in this manual
Danger
This symbol in combination with the word “Danger” is used when there is
important information which can help you avoid the risk of an equipment failure
and serious personal injury or death.
Warning
This symbol in combination with the word “Warning” is used when there is
important information to avoid certain actions that can lead to an equipment
failure.
Caution
This symbol in combination with the word “Caution” is used to warn about
possible unsafe practices. Extra attention is required.
Disposal
This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your
household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your
national law. This product should be handed over to a designated collection
point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar
product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and
electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could
have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due
to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE.
At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will
contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information
about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household
waste disposal service.
Packaging
Fragile This way up
Keep away from water Do not stack
Non-sterile product Do not use if package is
damaged
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Contact information
The Robot Interface is manufactured and sold by
Focal Meditech BV
Droogdokkeneiland 19
5026 SP Tilburg
Netherlands
Tel.: +31 13 533 31 03
Fax: +31 13 533 50 04
E-mail: info@focalmeditech.nl
Internet: www.focalmeditech.nl
Safety notices
Danger: It is not recommended to use the Robot Interface under heavy rain or snow. This
can lead to malfunctioning of the device or bodily harm.
Danger: Wait until Robot Interface has reached room temperature before switching on
the robotmanipulator. Failure of this can lead to malfunctioning of device or bodily harm.
Danger: Prevent direct contact with water or any other liquid. Failure of this can lead to
malfunctioning of device or bodily harm.
Danger: Prevent extreme temperature (see environment conditions). Failure of this can
lead to malfunctioning of device or bodily harm.
Danger: Never use the parking function when carrying liquid with the robotmanipulator.
The park position is preset and the wrist may rotate and drop the liquid. Failure of this
can lead to malfunctioning of device or bodily harm.
Danger: When the power is turned off, the Robot Interface will fall down and may cause
damage to itself, depending on its position at the time of disconnection. Failure of this
can lead to malfunctioning of device or bodily harm.
Danger: Do not immerse any part of Robot Interface under water or snow. This can lead
to malfunctioning of the device or bodily harm.
Danger: During installation ensure there is a fuse of 7.5A between power supply and
Robot Interface. Failure of this can lead to malfunctioning of the device and bodily harm.
Warning: The Robot Interface is not intended to be used nearby flammable substances.
The Robot Interface is not AP or APG certified e.g. the Robot Interface is not intended to
be used nearby anaesthetic gasses.
Warning: Do not modify any part of this device without authorization of the
manufacturer. Failure of this can lead to malfunctioning and will void the warranty.
Warning: In case of faulty device contact Focal Meditech. Do not try to fix it yourself.
Failure of this will void the warranty.
Warning: In case of doubt about safety of the device contact Focal Meditech.
Warning: In case of a serious incident when using the device, contact Focal Meditech
and the national authority of your country.
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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.
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Removing / mounting a robotmanipulator on the Robot Interface
•To remove the robotmanipulator from the Robot Interface, first switch off the
robotmanipulator. Then disconnect the power and the data cable. If they are disconnected
loosen the “mounting bolt” at the end of the Robot Interface. After loosening the bolt,
take the robotmanipulator with both hands and lift the robotmanipulator from the Robot
Interface.
•To mount the robotmanipulator on the Robot Interface, put the robotmanipulator on the
Robot Interface. Then tighten the “mounting bolt” at the end of the Robot Interface then
connect the power cable and data cable if they are connected switch on the power.
Swing away the Robot Interface lift mechanism
•To swing away the Robot Interface, pull the “Lift lock knob” with one hand. While the knob is
pulled out swing away the Robot Interface with the other hand.
•To swing the Robot Interface back to the wheelchair, move the Robot Interface towards the
wheelchair until you hear a “click”.
Danger: Do not control the Robot Interface or drive the wheelchair if the lift mechanism
didn’t come back fully to its locking position. In that case contact Focal Meditech for
further instructions.
Power consumption
It is hard to say how long the Robot Interface can be operated on fully charged wheelchair
batteries. This depends on:
•Capacity of batteries
•Quality of batteries (aging, number of charge cycles)
•Power consumption of other equipment on wheelchair (driving actuators, adjustments, etc.)
Technical information
Focal touch screen
Focal bus cable
Focal bus cable
Focal mini joystick
Function switch
Control box
Mounting bolt
Data cable Robotmanipulator / Power cable Robotmanipulator / Power cable lift motor
Lift mechanism
Battery Power cable
Robotmanipulator
Lock knob lift rotation
Description
The following parts of the Robot Interface are described below:
•Battery Power cable
•Control box
•Data cable robotmanipulator / Power cable robotmanipulator / Power cable lift motor
•Focal bus cable
•Focal mini joystick
•Focal touch screen
•Function switch
•Robotmanipulator
•Lift mechanism Robot Interface
•Lock knob lift rotation
•Mounting bolt
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Navigate
On the Focal display there are 2 type of icons:
Menu icons
There are 3 menu’s on the Focal display. With these icons the user can move to another menu:
Joystick backwards Park menu
Move menu
Extra function menu
To enter the menu press on the function switch.
Action icons
To select the next icon in a row, press the function switch
To select the previous icon in a row, hold the function switch
Controls
There are 3 possible ways to control the Robot Interface. This depends on the user capabilities
and the type of wheelchair control system. All control systems require a Focal Display to give
feedback of the current mode. The control systems are:
Mini joystick Focal
The Mini joystick Focal is a small joystick that is based on detecting force changes. This makes
it able to control with almost no movements. The joystick contains a buzzer to give a sound
that indicates that it is operative. The speed of the movements is proportional to the joystick
input. This means the higher force that is applied to the joystick the higher the speed is of the
movements.
Large joystick Focal
The Large joystick Focal is a large joystick that is based on detecting force changes. This makes
it able to control with almost no movements. The joystick contains a buzzer to give a sound
that indicates that it is operative. The speed of the movements is proportional to the joystick
input. This means the higher force that is applied to the joystick the higher the speed is of the
movements.
Wheelchair joystick R-net
The Wheelchair joystick R-net makes uses of the joystick of the Wheelchair. In contradiction
with the previous control systems, the speed of the movements cannot be regulated by
the joystick. The robot will move at a fixed speed no matter if the user makes only a small
excitation of the joystick.
Menu control
The menu of the Mini joystick Focal and the Large joystick Focal are the same. The menu of the
Wheelchair joystick R-net is a little bit different due to the fact that this is not a proportional
control. In the next paragraphs the controls will be mentioned as:
•Joystick Focal (referring to Mini joystick Focal and Large joystick Focal)
•Joystick R-net (referring to Wheelchair joystick R-net)
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Manual lift control
With this function the liftmechanism can be controlled manually up and down
Park menu
User position / Home position
Send the robotmanipulator to the user position:
•Hold joystick forward or backwards. The robotmanipulator will now go to the user position,
the Robot Interface will move upwards;
•A beep will sound when the retract procedure has finished;
•When the joystick is being released the focus on the display will jump to the 3rd icon.
Send the robotmanipulator to the home position:
•The robotmanipulator can be send to the home position by selecting the icon shown above
and hold the joystick forward or backwards;
•A beep will sound when the home procedure has finished;
•When the joystick is still being held, the robotmanipulator will shut down after 3 second
(when configured).
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Installation instructions
Installing Robot Interface
Installation of Robot Interface needs to be executed by Focal Meditech or a certified
professional that is approved by Focal Meditech or one of its authorized professional, to ensure
a safe integration of Robot Interface and the other equipment.
Installing the Focal Display
The Focal Display should be always be mounted using the special bracket. The bracket can be
mounted on top of the worktop or at the bottom. In that way the Focal Display can be mounted
vertically on the worktop or horizontally under the worktop where the icons are visible through
the transparent worktop.
Installing the Mini joystick Focal or Large joystick Focal
Both joysticks must be mounted at the bottom of the worktop with the joystick lever sticks
out of the worktop. There are 4 tapped holes in the housing which must be used to mount the
joystick.
Accessories
There are no accessories available for Robot Interface.
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