MATIA ROBOTICS TEKRMD01 User manual

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© 2021 Matia Robotics Company.
All rights reserved.
Duplication, republication, or modification in whole or in part of this manual is prohibited without prior
written permission from Matia Robotics.
CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare
practitioner.
All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Matia Robotics Company or its subsidiaries unless otherwise
noted.
DO NOT use this device without first carefully reading and understanding the instructions contained in
this manual. If you are unable to understand any part of the warnings, cautions, or instructions, contact
the dealer, healthcare practitioner, or technical personnel before attempting to use this device.
Otherwise, damage or injury may occur. The device is not intended for users under 22 years of age.
SUPPLIER: This user manual MUST be given to the user of the device.
USER: Please read this user’s manual carefully before using your Tek RMD as it contains important
information necessary for the safe and successful use of your Tek RMD. Before using the Tek RMD, the
potential user should consult with their trained physicians to ensure that they are a good fit for the Tek
RMD.
Indications for Use: The Tek RMD (Robotic Mobilization Device) is an electric lift and mobile stander and
brings the user from a seated position to a passive standing position.
All of the information and specifications contained in this user manual are current at the time of
printing. However, because it is the policy of Matia Robotics to continually improve the reliability and
quality of all our products, we reserve the right to make any changes at any time without notice. Before
using this device, check all parts for shipping damage.
In case of difficulty contact:
Manufacturer:
Matia Robotics (US), Inc.
1929 S 4130 W, Unit A Salt Lake City, UT 84104
801.997.1812
Agent:

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Table of Contents
Foreword ....................................................................................................................................................................3
Device description ......................................................................................................................................................3
Field of Application.....................................................................................................................................................3
Technical Service ........................................................................................................................................................4
General Information ...................................................................................................................................................4
Explanation of Symbols ..............................................................................................................................................5
Warning Symbols and Type Plates .........................................................................................................................5
The Tek RMD ..............................................................................................................................................................7
Main Components..................................................................................................................................................7
User Panel ..............................................................................................................................................................8
Chest Plate .............................................................................................................................................................8
Sling Cushion ..........................................................................................................................................................8
Remote Control......................................................................................................................................................9
Operation....................................................................................................................................................................9
Getting on/off The Tek RMD ................................................................................................................................11
Regular transfer (for Tek RMD01, Tek RMD03, Tek RMD05, Tek RMD07) ......................................................11
Transfer Board Seat (for Tek RMD02, Tek RMD04, Tek RMD06, Tek RMD08) ................................................14
Driving ..................................................................................................................................................................17
Dual Drive mode ..............................................................................................................................................18
Switching Standard wheel - Large wheel (Tek RMD02, Tek RMD03, Tek RMD04, Tek RMD05)..........................21
Lifting Tek RMD off the ground........................................................................................................................21
Switching the front wheels ..............................................................................................................................21
Changing the tail ..............................................................................................................................................22
Maximum safe driving angle indicator ............................................................................................................22
Emergency Shutoff...............................................................................................................................................24
Charging the Batteries..........................................................................................................................................25
Maintenance, Cleaning and Disinfection..................................................................................................................27
Maintenance Intervals .........................................................................................................................................27
Cleaning and Care Instructions ............................................................................................................................27
Changing the Batteries.........................................................................................................................................28
Changing the Standard Back Wheels (casters).....................................................................................................29
Changing the Standard Front wheels ...................................................................................................................29
Changing Large Back Wheels................................................................................................................................29
Changing the Large Front Wheels ........................................................................................................................30
Safety........................................................................................................................................................................31
Standards and Directives......................................................................................................................................31
General Safety Instructions & Warnings ..............................................................................................................31
Spare parts ...........................................................................................................................................................34
Storage .................................................................................................................................................................34
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................................34
Limited Warranty......................................................................................................................................................34
Specification sheet....................................................................................................................................................36

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Foreword
Thank you for choosing a Matia Robotics product. The Tek Robotic Mobilization Device (RMD) is a device
intended to afford mobility to disabled persons in daily life for indoor and some outdoor activities, as it
gives them the ability to safely navigate in both environments.
Please read this user’s manual carefully before using your Tek RMD. It contains important information
necessary for successful use of your Tek RMD. If you are visually impaired, you can request the PDF or
large text format of this document from Matia Robotics at [e-mail]
Device description
The Tek RMD (Robotic Mobilization Device) is an electric lift and mobile stander. It brings persons from a
seated position to a passive standing position.
The main components of the Tek Robotic Mobilization Device are; standard wheels, standard back
wheels, large wheels, large back wheels, foot plate, knee supports, main body, main arm, chest plate,
handle arms, foldable transfer board, lifting mechanism (gas spring or linear motor).
The Tek RMD has an electronic control unit and also a remote control, which controls the operation of
the system. The required energy is supplied by two serial connected 12 V Valve Regulated Lead Acid
Batteries which can be recharged with a battery charger included with the Tek RMD device. The safety
precautions have been embedded in the control unit functions.
The Tek RMD has 3 add-on modules. These modules enable the device to have different capabilities. 7
additional model options may be created with combinations of these 3 modules.
The first is a linear motor module, which replaces the gas spring module, and enables motorized
standing / sitting functions for users with limited strength in their upper body.
The second module consists of large front and back wheels and associated hardware. This module
enables a more comfortable drive in some outdoor environments. The standard wheels can be replaced
with the larger wheels easily by the user or care giver. This module includes a separate lifting jack that
lifts the Tek RMD off of the ground to enable changing the wheels.
The third module is a foldable transfer board used for getting on / off the device. This module enables
the users to transfer themselves to Tek RMD from its side.
The models and their configuration are summarized on the below table:
Model
Number
Lifting
Mechanism
Foldable
Transfer Board
Wheel Type
TEKRMD01
Gas Spring
Not included
Standard wheel
TEKRMD02
Linear Motor
Included
Standard & Large wheel (Dual drive)
TEKRMD03
Linear Motor
Not included
Standard & Large wheel (Dual drive)
TEKRMD04
Gas Spring
Included
Standard & Large wheel (Dual drive)
TEKRMD05
Gas Spring
Not included
Standard & Large wheel (Dual drive)
TEKRMD06
Linear Motor
Included
Standard wheel
TEKRMD07
Linear Motor
Not included
Standard wheel
TEKRMD08
Gas Spring
Included
Standard wheel
Field of Application
Before using the Tek RMD, potential users should consult with their trained physicians to see if they are
a good fit to use the Tek RMD. The device is intended as a custom-prescription device. Some features
can be adjusted according to user size in order to enable better utility and comfort. The device can be
used as defined within the user manual by patients who have a body weight between 88.1 –264.5 lbs.
(40 -120 kg) and body height between 4.6 - 6.2 feet (140 - 190 cm).

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NOTE: Users must fit all the categories below before using the device:
●Body Weight - Minimum: 88lbs (40Kg) Maximum: 265 lbs. (120Kg).
●Body Height - Minimum: 4ft 7in (140cm) Maximum: 6ft 3in (190cm).
●Difference in leg length: less than 2in (5 cm).
●No severe restrictions in trunk control (Note: user should be able to stabilize her/himself in
standing position with abducted arms).
●Should not have restrictions in hand function that interfere with operation/control of the
device.
●Should not have severe contractures at hip, knee, or ankle joint that prevent verticalization in
the device (> 30% of normal range of movement).
●Should not have unstable fractures, wounds, or acute pressure ulcers at back or lower
extremities.
●Should not have severe spasms or fatigued colons.
●Should not have a history of epilepsy.
●Should not have cognitive restrictions that interfere with the safe use of the device.
●Should not be pregnant.
●Should not be visually impaired (blind).
●Should not have osteoporosis in lower legs or spine.
●Should not have autonomic dysreflexia, hypotension, or dizziness.
Candidate users with other disabilities or illnesses which are not listed above should inform their
physician before using the device.
Matia Robotics reserves the right to make changes to the device. Pictures and illustrations used
throughout this manual may differ from the actual device.
Technical Service
Tek RMD technical service and repair must be performed by an authorized Matia representative as
specified within the technical service manual. Any attempts to service or repair the device by an
unauthorized person may lead to forfeiting the warranty as well as device malfunction, resulting in
injury or death as well as damage to the device. Always contact your supplier regarding any questions or
problems.
General Information
As the Tek RMD was constructed using your personal measurements, it should fit your personal
physique at the time of delivery. Before using the Tek RMD, however, your authorized Matia
representative will perform some final in-person adjustments to ensure a proper fit. Please listen
carefully to his / her instructions on the safe operation of your device. It is also highly recommended
that your first use of the Tek RMD be performed in the presence of your personal physician.
If there are any changes in your measurements, please contact your authorized Matia representative for
further instructions for adjusting your Tek RMD.
Specifications
Weight (empty) min-max: 260 lbs. (118 kg) - 354.5 lbs. (160,8 kg)
Total width of wheelbase min-max: 16.5 inch (42 cm) - 23.5 inch (60 cm)
Total length of wheelbase min-max: 30.3 inch (77 cm) - 40.3 inch (102.5 cm)
Total height min-max: 44.5 inch (113 cm) - 58,6 inch (149 cm)
Total height (stowage) min-max: 31.5 inch (80 cm) –42.5 inch (108 cm)
Max safe slope: Standard wheel: 50; Large wheel: 60at safe driving angle position
Obstacle climbing ability: Standard wheel: 0.98 inch (25 mm); Large wheel: 1.57 inch (40mm)

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Type of tires: Breakdown safe, without air / pneumatic (standard wheel), air filled (large wheel)
Tire size Front/ Rear: Standard wheel: 7.9 inch (20 cm) / 3.9 inch (10 cm)
Tire size Large wheel: 10.2 inch (26 cm) / 9 inch (23 cm)
Driving distance range: 4.68 miles (7.53 km)
Braking distance and time flat surface min-max: Standard wheel: 49 inches (1,24 m) at 1.8 seconds
Large wheel: 59 inches (1,49 m) at 1.8 seconds
Braking distance down a 50slope at maximum speed: Standard wheel: 68.8 inches (1,74 m)
Large wheel: 102.3 inches (2,59 m)
Battery type: 12V Valve Regulated Lead Acid
Power: DC 24 V (2x12V) 22Ah
Charger: 24V 4A Charger
The mass of the test dummy used in the performance test: 264.5 lbs. (120 kg)
Maximum speed: Standard wheel: 2.9 mph (4,66 km/h); Large wheel: 3.5 mph (5,63 km/h)
Turning diameter min-max: Standard wheel: 58.3 inch (148 cm); Large wheel: 62 inches (157,5 cm)
Water ingress protection: IPX4
This device meets the strength requirements of ANSI RESNA WC-1 Section 8
The test methods have been used as specified in RESNA WC-1:2009 Sec. 15.
Explanation of Symbols
Warning Symbols and Type Plates
On the Tek RMD, you will find the following symbols and labels attached:
1. Warning: Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or injury. There are 3 warning signs, 1 on each electronic box. Opening the
electronic boxes will expose the device to mishandling and damage, resulting in device
malfunctioning and possibly injury or death. Contact an authorized Matia representative regarding
any problems or issues with the device. The 4th warning sign is on the gas spring brake lock (if
applicable). The user should remove this break lock every time they would like to activate the gas
springs and place it on when the device is not in use.
2. Risk of pinching: Careless placement of body parts or other items in and around the
handle arm, main arm, the linear motor, gas springs, foldable transfer board and lifting
jack may cause pinching resulting in serious injury. Make sure all body parts and items are
clear of any moving parts of the device (indicated by the danger zone symbol) when using
the Tek RMD. For other pinching points refer to the General Safety Instructions & Warnings.

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3. Battery wiring diagram: Shows how to wire the batteries. Located inside the front cover.
4. Main Label: Placed at the main arm’s user side.
5. Brake release levers: To release the brakes manually turn the levers left and right.
6. Maximum safe driving angle indicator: Shows the correct position of the main arm while
using the device.
Red zone: Do not drive, only during transfer
Green zone: Correct angle for driving with Large wheels on all surfaces
Orange zone: Correct angle for driving with Standard wheels on flat surfaces. Operating the device in
standard (Indoor) wheel mode with a standing angle above the maximum safe driving angle indicator
while outside or on a slope may cause instability and tipping, resulting in injury or death, property
damage, and damage to the device.
7. Maximum safe driving angle explanation: Shows the correct position of
the main arm from side view while being used with Standard or Large
wheels according to the Maximum safe driving angle indicator.
8. Lock/ Unlock direction tool: Shows which direction to drive the wheels to lock and unlock
the nut.

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The Tek RMD
Main Components
1Handle levers have different functions in Gas Spring
and Linear Motor units.
Gas spring units:
- Handle Lever- Left: To move the handle arms
- Handle Lever- Right: To activate the spring mechanism to move the main arm
Linear motor units:
- Handle Lever- Left: To sit down
- Handle Lever- Right: To stand up
2 Gas spring units
3 Linear Motor units
4 Foldable transfer board
5Dual Drive
1. User Panel
2. Chest Plate
3. Handle Lever-Left1
4. Handle Lever- Right1
5. Hip adjustment bars
6. Handles
7. Main Arm
8. Front Cover
9. Main Body
10. Knee Supports
11. Knee Support Hooks
12. Small Side Covers
13. Indoor Tail
14. Standard Casters (wheels)
15. Foot Plate
16. Standard Front Wheels
17. Gas Spring Brake Lock2
18. Charger plug
19. Main Switch
20. Gas Springs2
21. Shock Absorber2
22. Linear Actuator3
23. Foldable Transfer Board4
24. Large Tail5
25. Large Casters (wheels)5
26. Large Front Wheels5
27. Lifting Jack
28. Wheel Nut Tool
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User Panel
1. User Panel Activation Button: This button activates the
Tek RMD.
2. Joystick: The joystick controls the direction and motion
of the Tek RMD. It is a 360-degree, proportional joystick.
The user can push the joystick half-way or fully,
depending on how fast they would like to travel. The
user can also fine tune the direction they would like to
travel by pushing the joystick a few degrees to the left
or right. When the user lets go of the joystick, the device
will stop, and the drive motor’s brakes will engage.
3. Horn: Activates the horn when pressed.
4. Speed buttons: + Increases and - decreases the maximum speed level.
5. Speed Indicator: Shows how fast the device is going on a scale of 1 (slowest) to 5 (fastest).
6. Belt / Linear Motor Activation Button: Activates the belt motors and Linear motor (for linear motor
units only) simultaneously, when the light is on, the Belts and Linear motor are activated. NOTE: Do
not activate when the device is moving.
7. Left & Right Belt Buttons: ▲Tightens and ▼loosens the right & left belt separately.
8. Battery Indicator: The battery indicator displays the amount of power left in the device’s batteries.
9. Remote Control Activation Button: Activates the remote control.
Dual drive mode:
When pressing the speed up and down buttons simultaneously the device mode turns from standard
wheel mode to large wheel mode. The mode is displayed on the User Panel by the way speed lights are
lit. Speed Indicator and drive mode selection display indicates maximum speed level of led bars.
Depending on the drive mode selection the speed indicator either shows a solid bar graph or a single
point led display.
Drive mode switch
Standard wheel mode display:
Solid bar graph
Large wheel mode display:
Single point led display
Chest Plate
1. Chest Plate Cushion
2. Hip Adjustment bars
3. Sling cushion safety bar
Sling Cushion
Sling cushion covers the user from the behind like a web and holds the user
firmly stabilized to the device.
1. Back belt: Stabilizes user’s waist to the device.
2. Cushion: Stabilizes user’s hips to the device. Cushion’s interior should
always face towards the body of the user.

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3. Metal rings: Safety Bars pass through the holes to secure the Sling Cushion to the device. To pass
the safety bars comfortably through the sling cushion holes, the user can loosen the belts by
activating the belt mechanism on the User Panel. Should always face away from the body
4. Spring belts: Stabilizes user’s legs to the device. When used without the foldable transfer board,
they help the user to pull the sling cushion under the hips.
Remote Control
The Remote Control allows the user to remotely maneuver the
Tek RMD once the Remote Control has been activated via the
User Panel. The Remote Control’s use is limited to positioning
the device for boarding and storage. It is not intended to drive
the device while the user is on the device.
Controls on the User Panel will always override the Remote Control. An alert will sound if the Remote
Control is not deactivated from the User Panel via the Remote Control Activation Button after 30
seconds. In this case the user must maneuver the device to himself and shut it down from the main
switch.
1. Go Forward: (Yellow Button) The device moves straight ahead.
2. Turn Right: The device turns right.
3. Go Back: The device moves backward.
4. Turn Left: The device turns left.
5. Horn: The horn will sound when pushed.
To move the device in an angle, simultaneously press the 2 directions you would like
to move the device (e.g., front and left).
Wrist band:The user can place the band over their wrist to secure the Remote Control.
Operation
●Failure to read and follow all instructions located on the device and in the user manual may lead to
device malfunction, misuse, and tipping, resulting in injury or death, property damage, and damage
to the device. Read all instructions before operating the Tek RMD.
●Do not transfer onto or off the Tek RMD while parked on an uneven or sloped surface. Moving on
and off the device while on an uneven or sloped surface may cause tipping resulting in injury or
death, property damage, and damage to the device. Always ensure the device is parked on a level
surface with wheel locks engaged before transferring on and off the device.
●The Tek RMD is designed for one user at a time. Operating the Tek RMD with more than one person
on the device will shift the center of mass and may increase the user weight above the max user
weight, causing device malfunctions, imbalance, instability, and tipping, resulting in injury or death,
property damage, and damage to the device. Never allow more than one person on the device at one
time.