Chattanooga 3D ActiveTrac User manual

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120V Treatment Tables
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ......................................1
Product Description .............................................. 1
ABOUT 3D ACTIVETRAC ................................25
Precautionary Instructions ....................................... 2
Cautions ........................................................ 3
Warnings ...................................................... 3-4
Dangers ......................................................... 4
Indications for Use ............................................... 5
Contraindications................................................ 5
Relative Contraindications ....................................... 5
NOMENCLATURE ..............................611
Table Familiarization ............................................. 6
Explanation of Features .......................................7-11
SPECIFICATIONS.................................12
Table Specifications .............................................12
INSTALLATION ..................................13
OPERATION ..................................1432
Using the Pelvic and Thoracic Harnesses ......................14-16
Using the Slimline Stabilization Belt System ..................17-18
Lumbar Traction Treatment Procedure ........................19-20
Cervical Traction Treatment Procedure ........................21-22
Touchscreen Control Panel (TCP)..............................23-32
REPLACEMENT PARTS............................33
MAINTENANCE ..................................34
Calibration .....................................................34
Cleaning .......................................................34
TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................3536
WARRANTY .....................................37
ANNEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3839
Example of Treatment........................................38-39

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This manual has been written for the owners and operators of the 3D ActiveTrac. It contains general instructions for operation,
precautionary instructions, and maintenance recommendations. In order to obtain maximum life and efficiency from your 3D
ActiveTrac, and to assist in the proper operation of the unit, read and understand this manual thoroughly.
The specifications put forth in this manual were in effect at the time of the publication. However, owing to DJO, LLC’s policy of
continuous improvement, changes to these specifications may be made at any time without obligation on the part of DJO, LLC.
Before administering any treatment to a patient, you should become acquainted with the operating procedures, as well as the
warnings, precautions, and dangers. Consult other resources for additional information regarding the application of traction therapy.
Product Description
The 3D ActiveTrac consists of an adjustable treatment table equipped with a traction force generator. It is designed to exert a
therapeutic distraction force on the patient’s spine to relieve pressures on structures that may be causing pain. It produces the forces
and positions required to cause decompression of the intervertebral discs, that is, unloading due to distraction and positioning.
This equipment is to be used only under the prescription and supervision of a licensed practitioner.
© 2010 DJO, LLC Vista, California, USA. Any use of editorial, pictorial, or layout composition of this publication without express written consent from DJO, LLC is strictly prohibited. This
publication was written, illustrated, and prepared for distribution by DJO, LLC.
FOREWORD

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The precautionary instructions found in this section and
throughout this manual are indicated by specific symbols.
Understand these symbols and their definitions before operating
this equipment. The definitions of these symbols are as follows:
CAUTION
Text with a “CAUTION” indicator will explain possible safety
infractions that could have the potential to cause minor to
moderate injury or damage to equipment.
WARNING
Text with a “WARNING” indicator will explain possible safety
infractions that will potentially cause serious injury and equipment
damage.
DANGER
Text with a “DANGER” indicator will explain possible safety
infractions that are imminently hazardous situations that would
result in death or serious injury.
NOTE: Throughout this manual “NOTE”may be found. These notes
are helpful information to aid in the particular area or function
being described.
PRECAUTIONARY INSTRUCTIONS
ABOUT 3D ACTIVETRAC
EXPLOSION HAZARD- Text with an “Explosion Hazard”
indicator will explain possible safety infractions if this
equipment is used in the presence of flammable anesthetics.

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Read, understand, and practice the precautionary and•
operating instructions found in this manual. Know the
limitations and hazards associated with your treatment
table. Observe any and all precautionary and operational
decals placed on the table.
DO NOT operate this table in an environment where•
other devices are being used that intentionally radiate
electromagnetic energy in an unshielded manner. Portable
and mobile RF communications equipment can affect
Medical Electrical Equipment.
This table generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency•
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other
devices in the vicinity. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Harmful interference to other devices can be determined
by turning this table on and off. Try to correct the
interference using one or more of the following: reorient
or relocate the receiving device, increase the separation
between the equipment, connect the table to an outlet on
a different circuit from that which the other device(s) are
connected, and consult the DJO, LLC Service Department
for help.
ABOUT 3D ACTIVETRAC
Federal law restricts this table to sale by, or on the order of,•
a licensed practitioner.
Make certain that the table is electrically grounded by•
connecting only to a grounded electrical service receptacle
conforming to the applicable national and local electrical
codes.
This table should be operated in temperatures between•
59° F (15° C) and 95° F (35° C), with relative humidity
ranging from 20% - 75%.
This table should be stored and transported in•
temperatures between -29° F (-34° C) and 149° F (65° C),
with relative humidity ranging from 15% - 95%.
Do not exceed table weight capacity of 300 lbs (136 kg).•
Support the table section(s) when making any adjustments.•
Always monitor the patient closely during treatment.•
A licensed practitioner experienced with traction therapy•
must be familiar with all instructions contained in this
manual before administering traction therapy.

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ABOUT 3D ACTIVETRAC
Care must be taken when operating this equipment•
adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. Potential
electromagnetic or other interference could occur to this
or other equipment. Try to minimize this interference by
not using other equipment in conjunction with it. (i.e. cell
phones, etc.)
The table should be left in its lowest position when•
unattended in order to reduce injury due to falls while
getting on and off the table.
Never place your hands and feet near the working•
mechanism of the table when making any and all
adjustments to height or table sections. Moving parts could
cause pinch points.
When making adjustments to the table sections, make•
certain the patient weight is supported before adjusting.
Always assist patients when they are getting on or off the•
treatment table to avoid falls.
Never transport a patient on the 3D ActiveTrac. This table is•
not designed to support a patient during transport.
Do not allow any unsupervised patient access to the•
traction table.
Do not allow any person, object, or device to be•
under the table while the table is in operation.
Possible explosion hazard if used in the presence of•
flammable anesthetics.
The caster wheels should be locked before the loading•
or unloading of a patient. Do not reposition or allow
the patient to get on or off the table while the table is
ascending or descending.
This table should only be operated under the prescription•
and supervision of a licensed medical practitioner that is
familiar with the precautionary measures and operational
functions associated with the table being used.
Should the 3D ActiveTrac Mains Power Cord become frayed•
or damaged, immediately stop use of the table and contact
DJO, LLC at 1-800-592-7329 for service.

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ABOUT 3D ACTIVETRAC
Conditions that may be treated include back pain, neck pain,
herniated disc, protruding disc, degenerative disc disease,
posterior facet syndrome and sciatica.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
•Acuteortraumaticinjury
•Spinalinstability
•Fracture
•Rheumatoidarthritis
•Spinalcordcompression
•Infectionsandinflammatorydiseases
•Malignancy
•Vascularcompromise
•Cardiacorrespiratoryinsufficiency
•Severeosteoporosis
•Anyotherconditionsthatmaybemadeworsebydistraction
of the spine
CONTRAINDICATIONS
•Hiatalhernia
•Laterstagesofpregnancy
•Claustrophobia
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS
REQUIRES SPECIAL MONITORING OR
SHOULD BE AVOIDED

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TABLE FAMILIARIZATION
NOMENCLATURE
TOUCHSCREEN
CONTROL PANEL
TCP
ADJUSTABLE
ARMRESTS
POWER
ON/OFF
SWITCH
POWER
CONTROL
BOX
ANCHOR POINTS
FOR SLIMLINE
BELTS
LOCK/UNLOCK
HANDLE
SLIMLINE
STABILIZATION BELT
LOCKING CASTERS
ON ALL FOUR
WHEELS
SIDE BENDING
LEVER
ROTATION
LEVER

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NOMENCLATURE
EXPLANATION OF FEATURES
Touchscreen Control Panel (TCP)
The Touchscreen Control Panel (TCP) is a touchscreen user
interface for entry of traction parameters. The TCP attachment
rotates in a 180° arc for convenient positioning on either side of
the table.
Patient Control Switch
The Patient Control Switch is an essential safety feature. The
control consists of a button on the end of a cord connected
to the power source. When the button is pressed, the traction
force is gently released without going through ramp down.
The patient should hold the Patient Control Switch during
treatment. Patients should be instructed to press the button
at any time during the treatment if symptoms increase or any
time they want to discontinue treatment.
Power Control Box
The Power Control Box is at the cervical end of the table. The
Power On-Off Switch, power cord and power receptacle are
located on the Power Control Box.
Power On-Off Switch
The Power On-Off Switch controls power to the TCP and
disconnects the table from power. It is located on the front of
the Power Control Box.
Adjustable Armrests
The armrests are adjustable to improve patient comfort in the
prone position. Turn the knob left to loosen, then retighten by
turning right after repositioning.

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NOMENCLATURE
EXPLANATION OF FEATURES CONTINUED
Table Adjustment Control
A. High/Low Adjustment
You can vary the height of the table from 23 to 35 inches using
buttons marked Hi-Lo.
B. Lumbar Section Up/Down Adjustment
Upward and downward movement of the lumbar section of
the table is controlled by the lower two buttons. The lumbar
section of the table moves downward 20° and moves upward
25° from neutral.
TABLE HEIGHT
LUMBAR END
UP
LUMBAR
END DOWN
Table Lock-Unlock
The lumbar section of the table must be locked in the closed
position during patient set-up. It must be unlocked for lumbar
traction. If the table is locked when attempting to start lumbar
traction, a warning message will appear on the TCP. The
treatment will not start until the table is unlocked. The lumbar
section of the table must be locked during cervical traction for
the traction to function. Turn the table Lock/Unlock Handle as
marked to unlock the lumbar section of the table.

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NOMENCLATURE
EXPLANATION OF FEATURES CONTINUED
Table Rotation Lever
Table rotation (15 degrees from neutral) is controlled with
squeeze and release of levers located on either side of the
lumbar section of the table.
In rare cases, patient can inadvertently depress rotation•
lever, causing sudden table movement. Always supervise
and assist patients getting on and off table to prevent falls.
Table Side Bending Lever
Table side bending (15 degrees from neutral) is controlled with
squeeze and release levers located on either side of the lumbar
section of the table.
Pelvic and Thoracic Harnesses
The Pelvic and Thoracic Harnesses should be used for most
lumbar traction treatments. The harnesses are marked “Upper”
and “Lower” and feature a non-slip surface that can be used
either over clothing or against the patient’s skin. Placing the
harness non-slip surface directly on the patient’s skin ensures
the best treatment technique.

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NOMENCLATURE
EXPLANATION OF FEATURES CONTINUED
Slimline Stabilization Belts
The Slimline Stabilization Belts can be used for pelvic traction,
mobilization, manipulation or exercise. The Lumbar Stabilization
Belt should be fitted with a sacral pad (provided) for additional
stabilization during prone treatments. The Lumbar Stabilization
Belt works best with patients who have smaller waists than
hips. Using the Slimline Stabilization Belts during prone traction
allows the lumbar spine to be exposed, which permits the
clinician to perform manual techniques or other modalities
during traction. There are three optional positions for the
Thoracic Stabilization Belt to allow the clinician a variety of
treatment options for patient comfort and manual techniques.
Note that the Slimline Stabilization Belts may be “mixed and
matched” with the Thoracic and Pelvic Harnesses. For example,
the Thoracic Slimline Stabilization Belt can be used with the
Pelvic Harness.
Cervical Traction Accessory
To install the Cervical Traction Accessory:
a. Slide the Cervical Traction Accessory into the face slot from
the top. Raise it slightly to clear the brace at the top of the
face slot.
b. Continue sliding the Cervical Traction Accessory down into
the face slot as far as it will go.
c. Adjust the angle of the face slot as desired. For most
applications we recommend 15°.

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NOMENCLATURE
EXPLANATION OF FEATURES CONTINUED
Lumbar Traction Excursion Limitations
The lumbar section of the 3D ActiveTrac has 6 inches maximum
excursion. If the table reaches maximum excursion during
traction treatment, reposition patient and restart treatment.
Cervical Traction Excursion Limitations
The 3D ActiveTrac’s cervical traction mechanism has 4 inches
maximum excursion. If the cervical traction unit reaches
maximum excursion during traction treatment, reposition
patient and restart.
Flexion Stool
An optional adjustable height Flexion Stool is available for
lower extremity support during supine treatment. However, the
flexion stool is rarely needed because the multiple positions of
the table can be used to optimize patient comfort.
Locking Caster Wheels
Lock caster wheels by stepping down on lever until it locks in
place. Unlock casters by flipping lever up.

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SPECIFICATIONS
IN ACCORDANCE WITH EN 60601-1, EN 60601-2
MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT CERTIFIED
Parameter 120V*
ElectricalRating: 120VAC,60Hz,5Amp(USA)
FuseRating: 125V,T5AL(USA)
Lifting Capacity: 300 lbs (136 kg)
Electrical Safety Classification: Class I
Electrical Type: Type B
TABLE SPECIFICATIONS
* MODEL NUMBERS:
Model 8025 – 120V Imperial Blue
Model 8036 – 120V Burgundy
Model 8038 – 120V Dove Gray
Model 8040 – 120V Forest Green
Model 8042 – 120V Black
Model 8045 – 120V Taupe

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INSTALLATION
1. Remove packaging materials.
2. Attach the Touchscreen
Control Panel (TCP) to the
cervical end of the table
using the four, 1/4” x 1”
buttonhead, socket head cap
screws using a 5/32 hex-key
(Figure 1).
3. The power control box is
located at the cervical end of
the table. Attach the TCP 15
pin connector to the cervical
end of the power control box
and hand tighten mounting
screws (Figure 2).
4. Plug the hospital grade
power cord into the power
receptacle (Figure 2).
5. Plug the hospital grade
power cord into an
appropriate 3-prong electrical
outlet conforming to the
applicable national and local
electrical codes.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
ON/OFF
SWITCH
15 PIN
CONNECTOR
POWER
CORD
POWER
RECEPTACLE

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OPERATION
USING THE PELVIC AND THORACIC HARNESSES
1. The Thoracic Harness features two rectangular rings for
attachment of the straps. Use the outermost rings for large
patients and the innermost rings for smaller patients. The
goal is to have the straps positioned along the lateral rib
cage as shown. This will minimize torque during the traction
pull, resulting in greater patient comfort. Choose the correct
rings for the size of the patient, and thread the straps
through them.
2. Adjust the length of the Thoracic Harness straps as needed
by securing the hook and loop in the desired position. As a
guideline, the Thoracic Harness should be used in its longest
configuration for most supine treatments. For prone
treatments, the Thoracic Harness should be shortened as
needed to allow better positioning for face and upper arm
comfort.
3. Position the harnesses with the Pelvic Harness (marked
“lower”) at the lumbar end of the table and the Thoracic
Harness (marked “upper”) at the cervical end of the table.
4. Clip the harness straps onto the table.

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OPERATION
USING THE PELVIC AND THORACIC HARNESSES CONTINUED
5. Adjust the position of the Pelvic Harness so that it slightly
overlaps on top of the Thoracic Harness as shown.
8. Adjust the position of the table as needed (lumbar section
up/down, side bending and/or rotation) for patient comfort
or to accommodate any postural deformities. Adjust
armrests as needed. See Annex for a treatment example.
9. Make sure the table is locked in the closed position before
getting the patient on the table.
10. Carefully assist patient onto the table for prone or supine
treatment as desired.
11. Secure the Pelvic Harness first so that the top of the harness
is just above the iliac crests or at the navel level. Secure the
Thoracic Harness, slightly overlapping the Pelvic Harness, on
the lower rib cage. The harnesses should fit as tight as
possible without excessive discomfort.
6. The non-slip harnesses can be used over clothes but placing
the harness directly on the patient’s skin ensures the best
treatment technique. Slipping the shirt up and the pants
down can easily accomplish this.
7. Adjust the height of the table so that the patient can easily
get onto the table.

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OPERATION
USING THE PELVIC AND THORACIC HARNESSES CONTINUED
12. After securing the harnesses, pull all the slack out of the
harness straps by first pulling on the Pelvic Harness straps at
the lumbar end of the table until both harnesses are taut.
Pull on the tails of the straps to take up any remaining slack.
Taking out the slack ensures proper technique.
13. Use pillows, bolsters or the flexion stool as desired for
positioning.
14. Very Important: Excessive slippage and less effective
treatment can result if:
a. Harnesses are placed over clothing
b. Harnesses are not tight enough
c. Slack is not taken out of the harnesses prior to treatment
d. Harnesses are not positioned properly

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OPERATION
USING THE SLIMLINE STABILIZATION BELT SYSTEM
1. Thread the Slimline belts through the desired belt loops.
There are three optional positions for the Thoracic
Stabilization Belt. Choose the correct thoracic belt loop
based on the patient size and comfort, or the particular
traction or manual technique desired.
4. Make sure the table is locked in the closed position before
getting the patient on the table.
5. Carefully assist patient onto the table for prone or supine
treatment as desired.
6. The Slimline Stabilization Belts stay more secure if they are
in direct contact with bare skin. This can easily be done by
slipping the shirt up and pants or trunks down.
7. Supine Position: Secure the Pelvic Stabilization Belt so
that the top of the belt is just above the iliac crests or at the
navel level. Secure the Thoracic Stabilization Belt at the
inferior border of the rib cage. Choose the desired thoracic
belt loop based on patient comfort.
2. Adjust the height of the table so that the patient can easily
get onto the table.
3. Adjust the position of the table as needed (lumbar section
up/down, side bending and/or rotation) for patient comfort
or to accommodate any postural deformities. See Annex for
an example.

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OPERATION
USING THE SLIMLINE STABILIZATION BELT SYSTEM CONTINUED
8. Prone Position: Secure the Pelvic Stabilization Belt so that
the top of the belt is at the lumbosacral junction and the
sacral pad is in full contact with the sacrum. Choose the
desired thoracic belt loop and thoracic belt position based
on patient comfort and traction or manual technique to be
performed.