Origin Instruments Sip/Puff Switch User manual

Sip/Puff Switch
User Guide

Sip/Puff Switch User Guide
Table of Contents
Table of Contents...........................................................................2
Legal Notices..................................................................................3
Declaration of Conformity with European Directives......................3
Application Disclaimer....................................................................
Introduction.....................................................................................5
Component Description and Instructions.......................................6
General Care and Replacements...................................................9
Customer Support........................................................................10
Warranty Information....................................................................10
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Sip/Puff Switch User Guide
Legal Notices
Information in this User Guide is provided “as is” by Origin
Instruments, is subject to change without notice, does not
represent a commitment on the part of Origin Instruments, and is
provided without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied,
including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose. No part of this document may be reproduced
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying, recording or information
storage and retrieval systems, for any purpose other than the
purchaser’s personal use, without the express written permission
of Origin Instruments.
Declaration of Conformity with uropean
Directives
The Sip/Puff Switch contains two passive, normally open, pressure
switches. Their contacts are brought out on two 1/8-inch (3.5mm)
connectors. The switches are designed for low voltage and low
current signal loads. They are not designed or rated for switching
power loads. The switches are rated for switching voltages at or
below 30-Volts AC/DC, and currents at or below 0.030-Amps.
The Sip/Puff Switch is a Low Voltage Device as defined in the
Directive 2006/95/EC of 27 December 2006. It meets the criteria
of Article 1 of 2006/95/EC of 27 December 2006 as a Safety Extra
Low Voltage (SELV) device. The Sip/Puff Switch does not contain
active electronics and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing
for Radio-electrical interference is not required.
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The Sip/Puff Switch conforms to the Restriction of Hazardous
Substances (RoHS), and the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Directives.
Application Disclaimer
The Sip/Puff Switch is designed for use by people who have
limited or no motor capability enabling them to operate switch
activated devices. However, it should not be used in an
application where personal injury or property loss could occur if
the Sip/Puff Switch failed for some reason. Origin Instruments
products are not authorized for use as surgical aids or as part
of a system intended to support or sustain life. The user
assumes full responsibility for determining the suitability of the
Sip/Puff Switch for the intended application.
Origin Instruments will not be responsible for direct or
consequential damages associated with any use of the Sip/Puff
Switch.
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Introduction
Origin Instruments Sip/Puff solutions are ideal for people who
have no or limited use of their hands. With a simple sip or puff they
can operate switch activated devices, including computers,
augmentative communication devices, adapted toys,
environmental control systems and devices accessed or controlled
via scanning.
The Sip/Puff Switch package includes:
Sip/Puff Switch with in-line filter
6-foot (1.8-meter) tube with twist connectors
Two 3.5mm Cables
Documentation
1-year limited warranty
The Sip/Puff Switch with Headset includes:
Sip/Puff Switch with in-line filter
Sip/Puff Headset with 6-foot tube (1.8 meter)
( ) Mouth tubes (one attached to Headset)
Two 3.5mm Cables
Documentation
1-year limited warranty
The Sip/Puff Switch with Gooseneck includes:
Sip/Puff Switch
Sip/Puff Gooseneck with universal mount
(1) 6-foot tube (1.8 meter) with twist connectors
( ) Filtered Gooseneck mouthpieces
Two 3.5mm Cables
Documentation
1-year limited warranty
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Component Description and Instructions
The Sip/Puff Switch has two connectors for the sip and puff
switches and a pneumatic connector to connect to a user interface
(Example: Origin Instruments Headset or Gooseneck).
The electrical connectors are 1/8-inch (3.5mm) microphone
connectors and are the type typically used for adaptive switches.
The switch contacts are normally open; closure is made with a sip
or puff to the mouth piece.
NOTE: The switches are designed for low current and voltage
applications.The Sip/Puff Switch is typically connected to a USB
switch interface or an electronic device for people with disabilities.
WARNING: Do not use the Sip/Puff Switch to control
currents greater than 0.0 0 amps or voltages greater
than 30 volts. Larger voltages and currents may
permanently damage the switch and will void the
warranty.
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Two cables are included with the Sip/Puff Switch. Connect a
stereo cable to the center connector if both sip and puff closures
are communicated to the controlled device using one cable.
With connector sense switch to the “left” and a stereo cable, a sip
will cause a closure between the “TIP” and “SLEEVE” and a puff
will cause a closure between the “RING” and “SLEEVE.” The right
jack must remain open when using one stereo cable to transmit
both sip and puff events. Slide switch to the right to reverse
contacts on the center connector.
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Figure 1: Sip and puff electrical connections on the left and
pneumatic connector on the right.

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Figure 2 Mating Plugs for Sip/Puff Switch jacks, 1//8-inch (3.5mm). (a) Mono plug has
switched contact on the tip with common contact on the sleeve. (b) Stereo plug has switch
contacts on the tip and ring with common on the sleeve.
The user interface is attached to the Sip/Puff Switch via the 6-foot
tube with special pneumatic connectors at each end. One
connector connects the user interface and the other connects to
the inline filter. The connector on the filter attaches to the Switch.
Simply slide the halves together and gently twist the lock nut.
The pneumatic connector should not be over tightened.
Figure 3 In-Line filter protects the Sip/Puff Switch internal components from moisture. This
filter cannot not be cleaned.
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General Care and Replacements
The Sip/Puff Switch may be cleaned with a damp cloth, but it
should never be soaked with water or cleaning solution. Do not
allow any kind of liquid into the Sip/Puff Switch pneumatic
connector.
The inline filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced as
needed.
You may clean the tubing with soap and water. Alcohol can also
be forced through the plastic tubing using a can of clean,
compressed air. The tubing must be allowed to thoroughly dry,
otherwise cleaning solution may contaminate the filter and/or the
Sip/Puff Switch. Be sure to remove the inline filter before cleaning
the tubing.
Gooseneck:
The Gooseneck and clamp may be cleaned by wiping the exterior
with a damp cloth. The gooseneck is covered with a water
resistant vinyl, but it is made of metal and will corrode if immersed
in water. Do not soak or immerse the Gooseneck. The mouthpiece
aseptic filter should eliminate the need to clean the Gooseneck
tubing. However, with the mouthpiece removed alcohol may be
forced through the plastic tubing using a can of clean, compressed
air. The tubing must be allowed to thoroughly dry, otherwise
cleaning solution may contaminate the mouthpiece filter or
pressure switch.
The Gooseneck mouthpiece is replaced by gently twisting off the
old one and twist connecting a new one in its place.
Headset:
When a Headset mouth tube wears out it is simply slipped off the
stainless tube and replaced with a new one. To ease mouth tube
installation isopropyl alcohol may be used to wet the mouth tube
prior to slipping it onto the metal tube.
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Replacement mouthpieces, mouth tubes and inline filters are
available online from Origin Instruments at: https://shop.orin.com
Customer Support
Customer support is provided by Origin Instruments during the
hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through
Friday.
Please email [email protected] or call 972.606.87 0.
Warranty Information
Origin Instruments warrants that the Sip/Puff Switch, Sip/Puff
Switch with Headset and Sip/Puff Switch with Gooseneck will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
(1) year from the date of shipment. If the product proves defective
during this warranty period, Origin Instruments will, at its option,
repair or replace the defective product.
In order to obtain service under the foregoing warranties, the
Customer must notify Origin Instruments of the defect prior to the
expiration of the warranty period.
The foregoing warranties will not apply to any defect, failure, or
damage caused by improper use, or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Origin Instruments will not be obligated to
furnish service under these warranties (a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by unauthorized personnel to install,
repair, or service the product; (b) to repair damage resulting from
improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; or (c) to
service a product that has been modified or integrated with other
products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
The foregoing warranties are given by Origin Instruments with
respect to company products in lieu of any other warranties,
expressed or implied. Origin Instruments disclaims any implied
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warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Origin Instruments’ responsibility to repair or replace defective
products is the sole and exclusive remedy provided to the
customer for breach of any of these warranties. Origin Instruments
will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or
consequential damages irrespective of whether Origin Instruments
has advance notice of the possibility of such damage.
Products no longer covered by warranty may be suitable for repair.
Contact Origin Instruments for an estimated repair fee.
Before returning a product for repair, please send an email to:
[email protected] or call 972.606.87 0 to request a Return
Materials Authorization (RMA) Number. Once RMA number is
assigned, product must be returned postage pre-paid with all
components to:
Origin Instruments Corporation
ATTN: Customer Service – RMA (insert your number)
85 Greenview Drive
Grand Prairie, TX 75050-2 38 USA
For repairs during the warranty period, Origin Instruments will pay
for the return of the product to the Customer if the shipment is to a
location within the United States. For non-warranty repairs and for
warranty repairs outside of the United States, the Customer will be
responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any
other charges associated with the return of the product.
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