Bioservo Carbonhand User manual

Carbonhand®
USER MANUAL
TYPE: C0

Carbonhand®2
Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................. 41.1. Introduction .................................................................................. 4
About this manual ............................................................................... 41.1
Intended use .......................................................................................... 41.2
Intended User ....................................................................................... 4
1.3
Conformity .............................................................................................. 41.4
Symbols on Carbonhand .................................................................. 51.5
Labels ........................................................................................................ 61.6
Disposal .................................................................................................... 6
1.7
Safety ............................................................................................ 72.2. Safety ............................................................................................ 7
Precaution .............................................................................................. 72.1
Definitions ............................................................................................... 72.2
General ..................................................................................................... 8
2.3
Warnings .................................................................................................. 82.4
Cautions ................................................................................................... 92.5
Product overview ....................................................................... 113.3. Product overview ....................................................................... 11
Carbonhand ........................................................................................ 11
3.1
Power unit ............................................................................................ 123.2
Glove ....................................................................................................... 133.3
Battery Charger .................................................................................. 153.4
To assemble Carbonhand .......................................................... 164.4. To assemble Carbonhand .......................................................... 16
To connect the glove to the Power unit ................................... 164.1
To prepare the Carry solution ...................................................... 164.2
To assemble the Hip and Back carry ......................................... 174.3
To charge Carbonhand .............................................................. 195.5. To charge Carbonhand .............................................................. 19
To put on Carbonhand ............................................................... 216.6. To put on Carbonhand ............................................................... 21
To put on the Hip carry and Back carry ................................... 216.1
To put on the Armstraps ................................................................ 226.2
To put on the glove ........................................................................... 22
6.3
To remove the glove (Quick release) ......................................... 236.4
To use Carbonhand .................................................................... 247.7. To use Carbonhand .................................................................... 24
User enviroment ................................................................................ 247.1
Hygiene .................................................................................................. 24
7.2
Inspections and service .................................................................. 257.3
Daily function test .............................................................................. 257.4
Storage ................................................................................................... 257.5
To start and turn off Carbonhand ............................................ 268.8. To start and turn off Carbonhand ............................................ 26

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Contents
Profile selection and lock assist ............................................... 279.9. Profile selection and lock assist ............................................... 27
Profile Selection ................................................................................. 27
9.1
Lock assist ............................................................................................. 279.2
CarbonConnect app ................................................................... 2810.10. CarbonConnect app ................................................................... 28
How to connect .................................................................................. 2910.1
General settings ................................................................................. 29
10.2
Create a new profile ......................................................................... 3010.3
Edit profiles .......................................................................................... 3110.4
Linking sensors ................................................................................... 3210.5
To clean Carbonhand ................................................................. 3311.11. To clean Carbonhand ................................................................. 33
To clean the glove ............................................................................. 3311.1
To clean the arm straps .................................................................. 3411.2
To clean the carry solution ............................................................ 3411.3
To clean the Power unit .................................................................. 34
11.4
Carbonhand parts ...................................................................... 3512.12. Carbonhand parts ...................................................................... 35
Accessories ........................................................................................... 3612.1
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 3713.13. Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 37
Technical specifications ............................................................. 3814.14. Technical specifications ............................................................. 38
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................ 3915.15. Declaration of Conformity ........................................................ 39

Carbonhand®4
Introduction
Introduction1.
About this manual1.1
· Read the entire user manual before you operate the product.
· Always keep the user manual in a place where you can easily find it.
· If you lose the user manual contact your supplier.
Intended use1.2
Carbonhand type C0, hereafter referred to as Carbonhand is intended to
improve grip strength and hand function for people (from kids to elderly
people) with impaired hand function. The condition may be (but is not
limited to) due to orthopedic or neurological problems, from birth or
acquired. Carbonhand mimics the user’s grip movements and supports the
users natural grip. Carbonhand does not require any special medical
training before use.
Intended User1.3
Clinicians and end users are considered to be the operators of Carbonhand.
Conformity1.4
Directive
Carbonhand
Compliance
See Declaration of Conformity
Charger
Compliance
See charger manual

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Introduction
Symbols on Carbonhand1.5
Symbol
Description
Symbol
Description
Manufacturer’s reference
number Power unit
Manufacturer’s reference
number Glove
Keep the product dry
Manufacturer
Do not discard as
household waste.
User manual must be read
before use
CE mark
IP22
Ingress protection - The
Carry solution provides
some protection against
water but contact with
liquid should always be
avoided.
Medical Device
(21)
Serial number Power unit
Serial number Glove
(11)
Manufacturing date:
YYYYMMDD
Device classified as type BF
applied part
(01)
UDI-DI Power Unit
UDI-DI Glove
Consult user manual

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Introduction
Labels1.6
Power unit
Glove
Disposal1.7
When Carbonhand becomes worn out, recycle it as electronic waste
according to local regulations.

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Safety
Safety2.
Precaution2.1
Depending on the nature of the users hand impairment it is recommended
to start using the Carbonhand gradually to avoid overexertion.
Definitions2.2
Warning! Risk of injury if instructions are not followed.
Caution: Risk of material damage if instructions are not followed.
Information for optimal use of equipment.

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Safety
General2.3
Read the manual before starting to using Carbonhand.
Any serious incident related to Carbonhand should be reported to
Bioservo Technologies AB and the competent authority where the
incident occurred.
Warnings2.4
· Do not rely on Carbonhand in hazardous situations. For example,
do not hold a heavy container with hot liquid in it.
· Always make sure that you can safely control the situation should
Carbonhand stop working.
· Be careful when handling fragile objects.
· Use caution when operating Carbonhand in environments with high
levels of radio frequency noise, such as near welding equipment.
· Do not handle burning material or deal with fire while wearing
Carbonhand.
· Dress any open wounds or use an protective glove inside
Carbonhand.
· Always follow the instructions of your doctor or therapist.
· Don’t overexert your hand. New users should increase the use of
Carbonhand gradually.
· Stop using Carbonhand if it causes pain or discomfort. Consult a
physician if the condition persists after 24h.
· Wear Carbonhand as instructed in this manual to avoid
entanglement.
· If Carbonhand malfunctions, pull the loop on the glove to quickly
release the grasp. See chapter 6.4 "To remove the glove."
· Only use Carbonhand on the hand it is intended for.
· Carbonhand does not provide protection. Use a protective outer
glove if it is necessary.

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Safety
· Do not do modifications to Carbonhand. Modifications can make
the device unreliable and can cause short circuit and fire.
· Carbonhand is not a toy, do not let children play with it. The glove
cord may cause strangulation.
· If you experience an allergic reaction, stop using Carbonhand and
contact your supplier.
· Carbonhand contains small and loose parts that can cause
suffocation, keep away from children and pets.
Cautions2.5
· Use Carbonhand according to the instructions. Incorrect handling
can cause discomfort and void the warranty.
· If the glove could become dirty or wet, use a protective glove over
Carbonhand.
· All service work must be done by an authorized technician.
· Do not expose Carbonhand to temperatures above 60°C/140°F.
· Do not use Carbonhand if it shows signs of damage.
· The charger could cause interference with other electric devices.
Contact the Carbonhand supplier if you encounter a problem.
· Always use and store Carbonhand in the carry solution.
· Avoid creating sharp bends to the Glove cord or put heavy objects
on it.
· The battery must not be replaced by the user. If the battery needs
to be replaced send Carbonhand to your supplier.
· Always keep Carbonhand clean. Do not touch anything that could
cause resistant stains.
· Keep Carbonhand away from liquids and small particles.
· Do not use portable RF communications equipment, like mobile
phones, closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to the Carbonhand power
unit. Otherwise, the performance of Carbonhand can deteriorate.

Carbonhand®10
Safety
· Only use the charger specified in this manual.
· Never use the charger with a damaged cable.
· Always keep the charger and magnetic connector clean, free from
dust and away from liquids.
· Do not dismantle or do modifications to the charger.
· If you have any problems with the charger while it is connected to
the power outlet disconnect it immediately.
· Connect the power adapter to the power outlet before attaching
the magnetic connector to the Power unit .
· Unplug the charger from the power outlet when not in use.

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Product overview
Product overview3.
Carbonhand3.1
Item
Name
Function
1
Hip carry
Used to carry and protect the Power unit when
carrying it on the hip
2
Belt
Used for hip carry solution
3
Glove cord
Transmits sensory data and provides force
4
Glove
Provides grasp force
5
Arm straps
Keeps the Glove cord attached to your arm
6
Shoulder straps
Used for back carry solution
7
Sternum strap
Connects the shoulder straps
8
Cord clips
Holds the cord in place
9
Back carry
Used to carry and protect the Power unit when
carrying it on the back

Carbonhand®12
Product overview
Power unit3.2
A carry solution must always be used to prevent damage to the
Power unit
Item
Name
Function
1
External Activation
input (3.5 mm)
External activation
2
Magnetic connector
Connector for charger
3
Power unit
Controls and powers Carbonhand

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Product overview
Glove3.3
Item
Name
Function
1
Glove
Provides grasp force
2
Buckle
Holds and loosens the strap
3
Wrist strap
Keeps the glove closed
4
Loop (Quick release)
Used to remove the glove
5
Control pad
Used to control the glove
6
Sensors
Transmits data to the Power unit

Carbonhand®14
Product overview
Control pad3.3.1
Item
Name
Function
1
On/off button
Turns the system on and off
2
Battery indicator
Indicates the battery level
3
Hand button
Press and hold to change profile. Short click
triggers lock assist if activated in the
CarbonConnect app

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Product overview
Battery Charger3.4
Item
Name
Function
1
AC-plug
Plug options: EU, U.S and U.K
2
Power adapter
Charges the battery, Converts AC to DC
3
Charger power cable
Transmits DC voltage to the battery
4
Magnetic connector
Attaches to Power unit and charges the
battery
5
Charging indicator
Indicates charger status
Note: The AC-plug may vary to fit the requirements of specific countries.
Charging indicators.
Light indicator
Meaning
Yellow
The battery has started charging
Yellow flashing
The battery is charging
Green flashing
No battery connected or connected battery fully
charged
Red flashing
Error. Unplug the charger and contact your supplier
For more information about the charger see the label and separate charger
manual.

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To assemble Carbonhand
To assemble Carbonhand4.
To connect the glove to the Power unit4.1
To prepare the Carry solution4.2

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To assemble Carbonhand
To assemble the Hip and Back carry4.3
Caution: Make sure that the buckles are closed all the way before
putting on the carry solution.
Hip Carry4.3.1
It is recommended to attach the belt strap with the magnetic buckle on the
same side as the intended users non affected hand.

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To assemble Carbonhand
Back Carry4.3.2
Caution: Make sure that the buckles are closed all the way before
putting on the carry solution.
The shoulder straps and carry solution are both color coded in order to let
the user know which direction the shoulder straps should be attached.
Role up any excessive parts of the strap to avoid entanglement.

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To charge Carbonhand
To charge Carbonhand5.
When the battery level is low a visual and acoustic reminder will indicate
that Carbonhand needs to be charged. The acoustic reminder will increase
in intensity when the battery level becomes critical.
The charger becomes warm during use.

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To charge Carbonhand
Make sure that both Carbonhand and the charger are easily accessible and
visible while charging. If you experience problems during charging, remove
the charger from the power outlet.
During charging Carbonhand will remain inactive.
For additional information regarding charging indicators see chapter 3.4.
Charge time: Approximately 2 hours (from a depleted battery).
Put Carbonhand in stand-by mode or complete shut down before charging.