Hoggan Health ergoFET500 User manual

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations
The ergoFET500 warranty does not cover damage by negligence, misuse, or accident.
Damage or unit failure caused by modifications or repair other than by Hoggan or its authorized
repair agent, or damage to equipment resulting from improper use or operation is not covered.
Any warning or instructional labels or decals must remain on the unit for the warranty to be valid.
This warranty applies to the original purchaser. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limi-
tation of incidental or consequential damages, in which case the exclusions and limitations may
not apply. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and may also have other rights, which vary
from state to state. To determine the legal rights in your state, consult your local or state con-
sumer affairs office or State Attorney General.
CustomerService/Repairs
Customer satisfaction is important to Hoggan. We are happy to assist
with questions, problems or service issues on any Hoggan products you
may own. Our business has grown on the basis of excellent product quality
and customer satisfaction. Our full-time customer service representatives
are available from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm MST (1-800-678-7888) to meet your
needs.
Any repairs to the ergoFET500 unit should be completed by a qualified
service technician.
OrderingReplacementParts
Hoggan ergo Products are manufactured to exacting specifications.
When replacing worn or damaged parts, use only original 'Hoggan' manu-
factured parts. The use of substitute or unauthorized parts will void your
warranty and may increase the possibility of injury to the user, or cause
additional damage to the unit.
When ordering Replacement Parts, Please take the unit out of service,
and complete the following:
1. Identify the brand, model, and serial number, and note the unit's function.
2. Identify and document the problem and the worn or missing parts.
3. Contact Hoggan Health Industries.
- Replacement parts (attachments) will be shipped directly from
Hoggan.
- All repair services will be performed at Hoggan Health Industries
Manufacturing plant.
*Except for replacing batteries, do not attempt to repair the unit on your
own. This will void all warranties.
ContactInformation
For any questions, Customer Service Representatives are available from
8:30 am to 5:30 pm MST 1-800-678-7888 or
[email protected]
Hoggan Health Industries
8020 South 1300 West
West Jordan, UT 84088
www.hogganergo.com
Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of an
ergoFET500, one of the latest in Hoggan Health Industries
line of innovative ergonomics measurement products.
From the original hand-held ergoFET push pull force gauge,
to the revolutionary ergoPAK real-time job analysis kit, Hoggan
has been creating innovative solutions to real-life measurement
issues since 1984.
ergoFET500 joins other recent product introductions, includ-
ing digitFET - a miniature push and pinch force gauge for sen-
sitive hand and finger force measurements, and ergoPAK - a
measurement kit which features highly flexible, mix and
match devices for measuring force, angle, velocity, and torque
in any combination, for real-time job analysis and ergonomics
research.
Hoggan's ergo products are recognized for innovation, excel-
lent quality, and long-lasting accuracy and reliability. Our high-
ly satisfied customers include automotive, aerospace, consumer
products, and food manufacturers, as well as ergonomics con-
sultants, universities, and research institutions worldwide.
At Hoggan, we understand the value of customer feedback.
In fact, our customers provide us with many of our best prod-
uct improvement ideas, as well as interesting new measurement
applications. As you have comments and suggestions, we'd love
to hear from you. Please drop us a line at
[email protected].
In the meantime, we hope you enjoy using your ergoFET500,
immediately, and for many years to come.
Signed,
Marva L. Sadler,
President

ergoFET500UserManual
Hoggan Health Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 488 / 8020 South 1300 West
West Jordan, UT 84088
Phone: [phone] Fax
e-mail: [email protected]
or visit us online: www.hogganhealth.com
ergoFET500
Push/PullTestingDevice

TableofContents
-What is ergoFET500?
- What Is Included
- Specifications
- Operating Features
- On/Off
-Battery Saver
-LCD Window
-Key Pad Operation
o On/Reset
o Average
o Threshold
o Units of Measure
- Operating Your Gauge
- Handheld Operation
- Affixing Test Attachments
- Testing-Un-timed Test Mode:
o Active Reading
o Peak Force - Compression or Tension
o Average Force
- Timed Test Mode: (Static Strength Test)
o Peak Force - Compression or Tension
o Average Force (Last 3 Seconds of 5 Second Test)
- Job Analysis/Ergonomic Analysis
- Muscle Testing
- Recording Test Data
- ergoFET 500 Maintenance
-Care and Cleaning
-Calibration
-Transporting your ergoFET500
-Low Battery
-Changing Battery
- Using ergoFET500 with TBS FCE Clinical Software
- Warranty Information
- Customer Service and Repairs
- Contact Information
ProductWarrantyInformation
ergoFET500 is warranted for a period of one year from the time of
purchase. If ergoFET500 fails to operate because of a defect in
materials or workmanship at any time within one year of the pur-
chase date, it will be repaired or replaced free of charge by Hoggan
Health industries.
In addition, your first annual re-calibration will be performed without
charge as part of your warranty (customer pays shipping).
Extended warranties (additional 1 or 2 years) are available at an
additional nominal fee.
WarrantyRegistration
To ensure that your warranty is in force, please complete and mail
or fax your warranty card to Hoggan Health Industries, or visit
www.hogganergo.com to register your warranty information online.
Please save proof of your original purchase date, such as your
sales slip, invoice, credit card voucher, or cancelled check to estab-
lish the warranty period.
WarrantyRepairs
Before deciding that your ergoFET500 is inoperable or defective,
please review and follow the information in this instruction booklet.
In the unlikely event that your ergoFET500 becomes inoperable,
please contact Hoggan Health to arrange to have the equipment
repaired or replaced. Hoggan reserves the right to repair or replace
the unit with new or refurbished parts or equipment.
Hoggan's Customer Service Department can be contacted at 800-
678-7888, or by email at [email protected]
When a Hoggan Customer Service Representative authorizes
return of the product, you will be given a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number. Please include the RMA number with
your unit.

WhatIsErgoFET500?
ergoFET 500 is a cost effective, digital force gauge for measuring
compression and tension forces to a maximum capacity of 500
pounds. ergoFET 500 is excellent for ergonomic task analysis, job
analysis, musculoskeletal strength testing, functional capacity evalu-
ations, A.D.A. compliance, and any general push and pull test appli-
cation. ergoFET 500 is part of a growing family of Hoggan Health
pioneering measurement products for ergonomic, healthcare and
engineering professionals.
The ergoFET 500 contains an internal load cell which measures
Compression (Push) or Tension (Pull) from a single input shaft. Two
large diameter handles screw into the sides of the durable alu-
minum case to provide the operator a convenient place to apply
force. The large, easy to read liquid crystal display (LCD) displays
real time force and peak force for any Push or Pull force.
The ergoFET 500 is powered by a 9 volt battery, and features an
automatic power shut off to extend battery life. The unit can be set
to display force in Pounds, Kilograms, or Newtons.
ergoFET500offersthefollowingfeatures:
- Displays real time force and peak force
- Two operation test modes:
- Un-timed test mode: Record and display peak force and an
average force for tension or compression.
- Timed (Static Strength Test) Mode: Record and display peak force
and a 3 second average force over the last three seconds of a five
second exertion for tension or compression.
- 4 selectable threshold settings (2 low and 2 high settings) to
accommodate a variety of testing applications.
ergoFET500 was designed as a stand-alone gauge for capturing
individual force measurements under any job condition. However,
the ergoFET500 can also be connected to a computer for use with
The Blankenship System (TBS) Software for functional capacity
evaluations and static strength testing.
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WhatIsIncluded:
- ergoFET 500 Force Gauge
- Test Attachments
(2) 1" diameter, 4 7/8" length handles
3 ¼" diameter circular flat disc
4 ¼ x 1 ½" curved bar
3 ½ x 5/8" curved finger tester
#2 carabineer snap eye stationary hook
Cable with eye loops
- User Manual
- Product/Warranty card
- Calibration certificate
- Carrying case
Specifications:
- Weight: 2 pounds
-Dimensions: 6" Height x 2 " Width x 1 3/8" Depth
- Power Source: Replaceable 9 Volt Battery
- Operating Temperature: (52 - 92 F) (11 - 33 C)
- Humidity: 10-40% non-condensing
- Accuracy: 2% Full Scale
- Sampling Rate: 100 Samples Per Second
- Controls: On/Reset, Avg., and Threshold
- Load Cell Capacity Test Range:
o Tension: 500 lbs. in 0.5 lb. increments
o Compression: 200 lbs. in 0.2 lb. increments
- Threshold Setting: 4 selectable threshold settings - 2 low and
2 high:o Low #1: Tension at 1.5 lbs., compression .6 lbs.
o Low #2: Tension at 5.0 lbs., compression at 2.0 lbs.
o High #1: Tension at 10.0 lbs., compression at 4.0 lbs.
o High #2: Tension at 15.0 lbs., compression at 6.0 lbs.
- Auto Power Shutoff After 3 Minutes
- Force Unit of Measure: Is selectable by the operator at the time of
testing. Measurement can be set in Pounds (lbs), Newtons (N), or
Kilograms (kg), by depressing the appropriate button.
ergoFET500Maintenance
LowBattery
Fading LCD display or unlit segments of the LCD are indications
that ergoFET500's battery power may be low. If LCD segments
remain unlit after pressing Reset, the battery should be changed.
ChangingBatteries
ergoFET500 uses a replaceable 9 volt battery for convenience,
and ease of replacement. The battery is accessible through the bat-
tery cover on the back of the gauge.
To change the battery, remove the battery cover, using a small
Phillips head screw driver. Carefully remove the battery from the
holder. When installing a new battery, make sure the positive (+)
post aligns with the (+) mark on the ergoFET500 body.
If LCD segments do not light up after properly installing a new
battery, please contact Hoggan Health Industries Ergonomics
Customer Service Department 1-800-678-7888
Calibration
ergoFET500 comes with a calibration certificate, ensuring that the
unit was properly calibrated at the time of shipment. To ensure con-
tinued accuracy and reliability your ergoFET500 unit should be re-
calibrated annually, by a properly authorized service technician. The
first annual calibration is included as part of the product warranty.
TransportingergoFET500
Hoggan Health strongly recommends that you store and transport
ergoFET500 in the hard sided protective carrying case provided.