THERA-Trainer ACTIVO User manual

USER MANUAL
THERA-TRAINER ACTIVO
English translation of original user manual

Congratulations!
Opting for a THERA-Trainer was a great choice. This innovative movement exerciser offers top perfor-
mance „Made in Germany“.
This user manual will help you get to know your THERA-Trainer better. It will safely guide you through all
functions and control options and provide you with tips and information on how to use your new exerciser
best.
Before starting the unit for the first time, please read and observe chapter 2 “Safety and dangers”.
Should you have any questions or suggestions, your local specialist dealer will be happy to help.
Have fun and get moving with your THERA-Trainer.
This user manual meets the requirements of directive 93/42/EEC.
Country-specific laws/regulations must be observed by the distributor.
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1. USER GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1. Warning notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2. Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3. Symbols in the user manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4. Symbols on the product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. SAFETY AND DANGERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. INTENDED USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1. Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.2. Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3. Biocompatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4. FORESEEABLE MISUSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.1. Contraindications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2. Misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5. SIDE EFFECTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6. SCOPE OF DELIVERY AND DESCRIPTION OF DELIVERED EQUIPMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.1. Contents of delivery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.2. Basic equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.3. Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.4. Removable parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7. OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8. START-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8.1. Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8.2. Set-up conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
8.3. Installing THERA-Trainer activo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
8.4. Transporting THERA-Trainer activo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
8.5. Starting up the control and display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
9. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
9.1. Preparation for training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
9.2. Foot rests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
9.3. Therapy grips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
10. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
10.1. Fields of use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
10.2. Correct posture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
10.3. Training schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
11. TRAINING WITH THERA-TRAINER ACTIVO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
11.1. Setting the brake resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
11.2. Leg exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
11.3. Upper body exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
12. CONTROL AND DISPLAY UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
13. CLEANING AND DISINFECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
14. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
14.1. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
14.2. Further use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
14.3. Replacing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
15. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
15.1. General errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
16. TECHNICAL DATA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
17. DISPOSAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
18. WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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1. USER GUIDE
User manual and product are labelled with symbols. The symbols and their func-
tions make it easier to use the product safely and efficiently.
1.1. Warning notices
Structure of warning notices
Classification of warning notices
1.2. Notes
Information on the efficient use of the product.
1.3. Symbols in the user manual
Instructions
Structure of instructions:
Instruction to do something.
Result of the action, if necessary.
SIGNAL WORD!
Type and source of danger!
Action to avoid the danger.
DANGER!
Indicates an immediate risk which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTE!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
material or environmental damage.

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Lists
Structure of bulleted lists:
List level 1
– List level 2
Structure of numbered lists:
1. List level 1
2. List level 1
2.1 List level 2
2.2 List level 2
1.4. Symbols on the product
2. SAFETY AND DANGERS
Dangers
Before beginning the training, consult a doctor or therapist to clarify whether
users with cardiovascular diseases are allowed to exercise with the
THERA-Trainer activo.
In case of possible infection due to contaminated attachments/optional parts,
always wear personal protective equipment (gloves, mask) when cleaning the
THERA-Trainer activo.
Warning
Observe the user manual.
In case of amputated limbs, always wear prostheses when exercising with the
THERA-Trainer activo.
In case of damage, malfunctions, etc. of the THERA-Trainer activo, contact
trained supplier immediately.
Have any service or repair work carried out exclusively by trained suppliers.
Consult the manufacturer before any modification and modify
THERA-Trainer activo exclusively with the manufacturer's approval.
Observe the user manual! Serial number
Follow the user manual! Do not dispose of product
with the regular house-
hold waste. Dispose of
product in accordance
with local regulations.
Manufacturer Store in a dry place!
Market launch according
to directive 93/42 EEC for
medical devices

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Caution
The manufacturer recommends having the trained supplier or the doctor or
therapist show you how to use the product.
The manufacturer recommends that, before starting the training, a doctor or
therapist be consulted to determine whether the THERA-Trainer activo can be
used without assistance.
If any symptoms of illness occur during or after training, seek medical advice
immediately.
Prior to start-up, have your trained supplier, doctor or therapist instruct the
assistant.
Select appropriate range of movement (by modifying sitting or standing posi-
tion) according to the user's fitness.
Use THERA-Trainer activo exclusively in good and functional condition.
Place THERA-Trainer activo on even and skid-proof floor.
Place THERA-Trainer activo on a stable and height-adjustable table with a
slip-proof surface.
Exercise exclusively with THERA-Trainer activo standing levelly on its feet.
Place chair/wheelchair on even and slip-proof floor.
Make sure that foot rests or therapy grips click properly into place.
Take care not to pinch any fingers when adjusting settings on
THERA-Trainer activo.
Wear closed shoes when exercising with shoes on.
Tuck shoelaces into shoes.
Wear close-fitting clothes.
Do not wear jewellery or other accessories while exercising.
Tie back hair when longer than shoulder-length.
Always exercise with two therapy grips or two foot rests.

Exercise exclusively with both feet correctly positioned in the foot rests.
 Exercise exclusively when both hands are able to grip and hold the therapy grips,
or are secured with wristbands for therapy grips.
Do not stand on covers or in foot rests.
For leg exercise, use THERA-Trainer activo exclusively in a sitting position.
For upper body exercise, use THERA-Trainer activo in a sitting or standing
position.
Always position THERA-Trainer activo correctly (forward) for exercising
(control and display unit pointing toward user).
Make sure that open sides of installed foot rests point away from user.
Always supervise children during training.
Keep animals and playing children away from THERA-Trainer activo.
Make sure that the user exercises with a stable chair that will not wobble or tip
over.
Before every training session using a chair with castors, make sure that
– it is possible to lock the castors.
– inadvertent unlocking of the castors while exercising is not possible.
Make sure that chair/wheelchair does not tip over backwards.
Do not touch moving parts (e.g. foot rests etc.).
Note
Make sure that THERA-Trainer activo does not get wet.
Make sure that no liquids get into the THERA-Trainer activo.
Do not use THERA-Trainer activo in wet, humid or hot environments.
Do not use THERA-Trainer activo as a standing aid.
Use exclusively the manufacturer's original parts.

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Use exclusively the options listed by the manufacturer.
Make sure that THERA-Trainer activo or chair/wheelchair or chair does not slip
while exercising.
Do not smoke while exercising.
Use exclusively cleaning agents and disinfectants approved by the manufactu-
rer (see ch. 13. Cleaning and disinfection).
When training with an electric wheelchair, switch off electronic control/driving
function.
3. INTENDED USE
The THERA-Trainer activo is a therapy device for active physical exercise (with
muscle power) for mobilising users with no or minor physical and/or mental impair-
ments.
The THERA-Trainer activo is suitable:
as a training device for the legs (sitting) or the upper body (sitting or standing
for users who are able to stand upright for the duration of the entire training).
for active physical exercise (with muscle power).
for the use at home, in hospitals, nursing homes and therapy facilities.
for users whose height is between 120 and 200 cm (depending on the type of
wheelchair or chair used for the training).
for users sitting upright in a stable, tip-over resistant chair/wheelchair with a
backrest of sufficient height.
for users whose body weight is less than 140 kg.
for maintaining or improving mobility and muscle power.
for stimulating metabolism and circulation.
for users with prosthetic legs or arms.
The THERA-Trainer activo is a medical device according to the medical devices
directive. The intended use includes the treatment of the device as a medical
device.
3.1. Indications
Use THERA-Trainer activo exclusively:
for users with no or minor physical impairments of arms or legs.
for users with no or minor mental impairments.
for users who are able to sit upright (leg and upper body exercise).
for users who are able to stand upright (exclusively upper body exercise).
for users with reduced power and endurance.
When training without an assistant, use THERA-Trainer activo exclusively:
for users who are able to operate the THERA-Trainer activo without
assistance.
for users who are able to put their feet into the foot rests or secure them
without assistance.
for users who are able to hold the therapy grips without assistance.
for users who are able to secure a weakened/paralysed hand to a therapy grip
using the optional wristband.

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Use THERA-Trainer activo with the help of an assistant:
for users who are not able to operate the THERA-Trainer activo without
assistance.
for users who need both hands secured to the therapy grips.
The manufacturer recommends that, before starting the training, a doctor or thera-
pist be consulted to determine whether the THERA-Trainer activo can be used
without assistance.
User
Persons who are able to use and exercise with the THERA-Trainer activo
using the user manual, or are authorised to use and exercise with the
THERA-Trainer activo, having received instruction from expert staff.
The user is entirely responsible for the safe and correct use of the
THERA-Trainer activo.
The manufacturer recommends an introduction of the product be given by your
supplier, doctor or therapist before start-up.
Expert staff
Persons who gained their skills and expertise by means of professional
training in the medical or medical-technical sector (e.g. doctors, therapists,
trained suppliers).
Persons who due to their professional experience and by means of instruction/
training by the manufacturer are able to assess safety-relevant regulations and
recognise potential risks in their field of work (e.g. assistants).
To guarantee safe use of the THERA-Trainer activo, train expert staff regularly.
3.2. Instruction
Read and observe the user manual!
Before the first start-up, the manufacturer recommends:
an instruction by a person trained by the manufacturer.
consulting a doctor or therapist to determine whether training with the
THERA-Trainer activo is possible without supervision.
having an assistant instructed by a person trained by the manufacturer.
3.3. Biocompatibility
All components and options of the THERA-Trainer activo the user will touch when
using the unit as intended are designed to meet the biocompatibility requirements
of the applicable standards.
For any questions, contact a trained supplier.
4. FORESEEABLE MISUSE
The THERA-Trainer activo is not suitable:
for diagnostic purposes
for monitoring
for measuring
for competitive sports

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4.1. Contraindications
Do not use THERA-Trainer activo for:
users weighing more than 140 kg.
users shorter than 120 cm or taller than 200 cm.
users with serious contractures.
users with ulcers or raw skin that would touch the unit
(if in doubt, seek medical advice).
users with unstable circulation,
– e. g. due to being bedridden.
for users with major physical or mental impairments
(e.g. spasticities, paralyses, contractures etc.)
for users with intense spasticities or high tonicity.
in case of restrictions of cognitive or sensory perception.
in case of amputated limbs not replaced by prostheses.
for users with cardiovascular problems.
– consult a doctor
– exercise under supervision
4.2. Misuse
Do not use THERA-Trainer activo as:
a replacement for movement exercisers suitable for major physical or mental
impairments (e.g. THERA-Trainer tigo, THERA-Trainer veho).
Do not use THERA-Trainer activo:
in ambient conditions not conforming to the requirements.
for outdoor exercise.
in a lying position.
for unsupervised training, if the user cannot operate the THERA-Trainer activo
without assistance.
5. SIDE EFFECTS
In rare cases:
partially increased pain
partially excessive muscle tone reduction
injuries of the skin (e.g. decubitus)
muscle soreness
No other side effects are known.
6. SCOPE OF DELIVERY AND DESCRIPTION OF
DELIVERED EQUIPMENT
The THERA-Trainer activo comes with individual options. This user manual descri-
bes all options available for the THERA-Trainer activo. Depending on the model,
the user manual may include options not featured by the THERA-Trainer activo.
If the THERA-Trainer activo features options not described in the user manual, an
appendix will be included.
6.1. Contents of delivery
The delivery note contains all necessary information on the scope of delivery.

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6.2. Basic equipment
Basic equipment of the THERA-Trainer activo:
Base unit
– powder coated metal frame
– height-adjustable feet
– star-shaped handle for adjusting the resistance
– crank disc without shearing points
Foot rests
– with velcros for securing the feet
– washable and disinfectable
– clip-on, no tools required
Therapy grips
– 3 ergonomic grip positions
– washable and disinfectable
– clip-on, no tools required
Control and display unit
– easy operation
– indicates the most important training parameters
– battery AAA (LR03) 1.5 V
User manual THERA-Trainer activo
6.3. Options
Available options:
Wristbands for therapy grips
Carry bag for THERA-Trainer activo
Use exclusively the options listed by the manufacturer.

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6.4. Removable parts
Removable parts of the THERA-Trainer activo:
Name Article no.
Foot rests A003-974
Velcro for foot rests 40000552-000
Therapy grips A001-420
Wristbands for therapy grips A002-440
Control and display unit A004-795
Carry bag for THERA-Trainer activo A003-976

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7. OVERVIEW
(1) Foot rest
(2) Crank disc
(3) Star-shaped handle for adjusting the resistance
(4) Control and display unit
(5) Therapy grip
(6) Height-adjustable foot
(7) Base unit
8. START-UP
8.1. Unpacking
Unpacking THERA-Trainer activo:
Remove THERA-Trainer activo from packaging.
Check THERA-Trainer activo incl. all accessories/options for transport
damage.
Check if delivery is complete.
Inform supplier or forwarding agent immediately of any damage.

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8.2. Set-up conditions
 For safe and effective use, observe the following conditions.
Ambient conditions during use:
– Temperature: 5 °C - 40 °C
– Air humidity: 15 % - 93 % Rh
– Air pressure: 700 hPa - 1,060 hPa
– Do not use THERA-Trainer activo in wet, humid or hot environments.
– For leg exercise, always put THERA-Trainer activo on even and skid-proof
surface (floor).
– For upper body exercise, always put THERA-Trainer activo on a stable
and height-adjustable table with a slip-proof surface.
– Do not use THERA-Trainer activo for outdoor exercise.
8.3. Installing THERA-Trainer activo
Installing foot rests
Press locking bolt 3.
Slide foot rests 1onto crank axle 2up to the stop.
Release locking bolt.
Make sure that locking bolts audibly click into place.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to incorrectly installed foot rests!
Make sure that open sides of installed foot rests point away from user.
Slide foot rests onto crank axle up to the stop.
Make sure that locking bolt audibly clicks into place.

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Installing therapy grips
Press locking bolt 3.
Slide therapy grips 2onto crank axle 1up to the stop.
Release locking bolt.
Make sure that locking bolts audibly click into place.
Adjusting height-adjustable feet
To level out unevennesses of the floor, it is possible to adjust the height of the
device's feet to improve the stability and slip resistance of the THERA-Trainer activo.
Adjust feet (4) as follows:
Unscrew lock nuts 1using a suitable tool.
Adjust feet 2to required height.
Make sure that THERA-Trainer activo is levelled.
Tighten lock nuts and verify tightness.
Make sure that feet of device are dry and free of dust.
The manufacturer recommends cleaning the device's feet before every training
session.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to incorrectly installed therapy grips!
Slide therapy grips onto crank axle up to the stop.
Make sure that locking bolt audibly clicks into place.

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The height-adjustable feet serve exclusively to level out unevennesses. The maxi-
mum adjusting height between surface and metal frame is 13 mm to 17 mm. If the
adjusting range of 4 mm max. is not respected, it is possible for the lock nut to
damage the thread.
Connecting the control and display unit
Connect plug 2to socket 3of control and display unit.
Control and display unit is correctly connected when plug clicks into place.
Fix control and display unit to velcro patch 1of THERA-Trainer activo.
NOTE!
Material damage due to incorrect installation!
Make sure that plug is plugged in correctly when connecting cable.
Make sure that the connected control and display unit has the article number
A004-795.

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8.4. Transporting THERA-Trainer activo
Without carry bag, transport THERA-Trainer activo as follows:
If necessary, remove foot rests/therapy grips.
Hold THERA-Trainer activo by base unit 1with both hands.
Take THERA-Trainer activo to required place (see ch. 8.2. Set-up conditions).
Install foot rests/therapy grips.
With carry bag, transport THERA-Trainer activo as follows:
Open carry bag.
Observe instructions for use of carry bag (included).
Take off control and display unit.
Remove foot rests/therapy grips.
Hold THERA-Trainer activo by base unit with both hands.
Put THERA-Trainer activo into carry bag.
Stow control and display unit/foot rests and therapy grips securely.
Close carry bag.
Take THERA-Trainer activo to required place (see ch. 8.2. Set-up conditions).
Open carry bag.
Take THERA-Trainer activo out of carry bag by base unit with both hands, and
put onto floor or table.
Install foot rests/therapy grips.
Connect and fix control and display unit.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to incorrect transport!
Make sure that THERA-Trainer activo is carried exclusively by a person who is able to
bear approx. 11 kg of weight.
Carry THERA-Trainer activo exclusively with dry and grease-free hands.
NOTE!
Damage due to incorrect transport!
Always lift or transport THERA-Trainer activo with both hands on base unit.
Do not carry THERA-Trainer activo by foot rests/therapy grips or crank axle.

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8.5. Starting up the control and display unit
Start up control and display unit as follows:
Switching onPut battery into control and display unit (see ch. 14.3. Replacing batteries).
Connect plug to port of control and display unit (see ch. 8.3. Installing THERA-
Trainer activo).
Press control button 1to activate control and display unit.
Switching offThe THERA-Trainer activo switches off automatically when
no button is pressed for approx. 4 minutes (not during training).
After an automatic switch-off, all training parameters are reset.
9. OPERATION
9.1. Preparation for training
DANGER!
Risk of infection due to contaminated THERA-Trainer activo!
Wear gloves for cleaning and disinfection.
Observe general precautions to prevent users from being exposed to blood-borne
pathogens.
Wear personal protective equipment (gloves, masks, lab coats) when contact to bodily
fluids such as saliva, blood, semen, or vaginal secretion is likely to occur.
No direct patient contact by health care professionals who have weeping wounds or
skin inflammations.
When having direct patient contact as a health care professional who has weeping
wounds or skin inflammations, wear appropriate protective clothing (gloves, scrub
caps etc.).
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to THERA-Trainer activo tipping over or slipping!
For leg exercise, always put THERA-Trainer activo on even and skid-proof floor.
Put chair/wheelchair on even and slip-proof floor.
For upper body exercise, always put THERA-Trainer activo on a stable and height-
adjustable table with a slip-proof surface.
Make sure that feet of device are dry and free of dust.

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9.2. Foot rests
Replacing foot rests
Remove foot rests as follows:
Press locking bolt 3.
Pull foot rests 1off crank axle 2.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to insufficient preparation!
Disinfect THERA-Trainer activo before every training (see ch. 13. Cleaning and disin-
fection).
Make sure that foot rests or therapy grips are moving freely.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to trapped shoelaces, clothes, or accessories!
During training:
Wear closed shoes when exercising with shoes on.
Tuck shoelaces into shoes.
Wear close-fitting clothes.
Do not wear jewellery or other accessories while exercising.
Tie back hair when longer than shoulder-length.
CAUTION!
Danger of injury due to insufficient support!
If necessary:
Secure feet with velcros.
Secure hand using optional wristbands for therapy grips.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to incorrectly installed foot rests!
Make sure that open sides of installed foot rests point away from user.
Slide foot rests onto crank axle up to the stop.
Make sure that locking bolt audibly clicks into place.

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Install foot rests as follows:
Press locking bolt 3.
Slide foot rests 1onto crank axle 2up to the stop.
Release locking bolt.
Make sure that locking bolts audibly click into place.
Foot fixing with velcro
If necessary, secure feet in foot rests as follows:
Make sure that feet are correctly positioned in foot rests 1.
Wrap velcros 2tightly around back of foot.
Fasten velcros on outside of foot rests.
If the foot fixing is not sufficient for the user to exercise safely, the manufacturer
recommends using the THERA-Trainer tigo.
9.3. Therapy grips
offer variable grip positions.
are exclusively usable when the user's ability to safely hold the grips is suffi-
cient.
If necessary, use wristband to secure hand on therapy grip.
Securing both hands is exclusively possible with the help of an assistant.

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Replacing therapy grips
Remove therapy grips as follows:
Press locking bolt 3.
Pull therapy grips 2off crank axle 1.
Install therapy grips as follows:
Press locking bolt 3.
Slide therapy grips 2onto crank axle 1up to the stop.
Release locking bolt.
Make sure that locking bolts audibly click into place.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to incorrectly installed therapy grips!
Slide therapy grips onto crank axle up to the stop.
Make sure that locking bolt audibly clicks into place.