3. Safety information
Definitions
Read the safety statements before use of
the CPM device. The safety statements are
classified as follows:
m Danger!
indicates an imminent hazard. If not
avoided, this hazard will result in death
or serious injury.
m Warning!
indicates a hazard. If not avoided, the
hazard can result in death or serious
injury.
m Caution!
indicates a potential hazard. If not
avoided, the hazard may result in minor
injury and/or product/property damage.
Safety information
m Danger!
Explosion hazard—
The ARTROMOT®-E2/-E2 compact
is not designed for use in areas of
medical locations where an explosion
hazard may occur. An explosion hazard
may result from the use of flammable
anesthetics, skin cleansing agents and
disinfectants.
m Warning!
Patient hazard—
− Only authorized individuals are
allowed to operate the
ARTROMOT®-E2/E2 compact. Individu-
als are authorized after receiving train-
ing in the operation of the device and
reading this operation manual.
− Before using the device, the operator
must ascertain that it is in correct
working order and operating condi-
tion. In particular, the cables and
connectors must be checked for signs
of damage. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately, before use.
− Before therapy, a test run consist-
ing of several exercise cycles must
be completed, first without and then
with the patient. Check that all setting
screws are tightened.
− Stop therapy immediately, when you
have doubts about the device settings
and/or the therapy protocol.
− Ensure an anatomically correct
setup of the CPM device suitable for
the patient to be treated. There-
fore, carefully verify the following
settings/positions:
(also refer to the numbers on the
device):
1. Horizontal adduction/abduction
(horizontal extension/flexion)
2. Height adjustment
3. Adjustment of the positioning angle
4. Adjustment of the forearm length
5. Axis adjustment motor A and
motor B
6. Backrest adjustment
7. ROM adjustment
− It is not permitted to change the
adjustment of 1 through 6 while the
CPM device is applied on a patient.
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