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Contents
1 Exerciser options .................................5
1.1 Basic exerciser ......................................5
1.2 Options..................................................5
2 Symbols used .......................................6
3 Intended use .........................................6
4 Safety.....................................................7
5 Notes on exercise therapy ..................9
5.1 General observations ............................9
5.2 Uses ......................................................9
5.3 Correct posture......................................9
5.4 Exercise programme planning.............10
5.5 Active and Passive exercising .............10
5.6 Muscle hypertonia/spasms..................11
5.7 Side effects..........................................11
6 Transporting and commissioning ....12
6.1 Before using for the first time ...............12
6.2 Transporting ........................................12
6.3 Connecting to the power supply .........12
6.4 Switching the exerciser on/off
(standby mode) ...................................12
7 Operation ............................................13
7.1 Adjusting the exerciser stand...............13
7.2 Footrests .............................................13
7.3 Adjusting crank length, 2-position
cranks..................................................13
7.4 Infinitely variable crank length
(optional feature) .................................14
7.5 Foot fixings (optional feature) ..............14
7.6 Calf rests (optional feature) .................15
7.7 Adjusting the handlebar
(optional feature on THERA-live).........16
7.8 Upper torso exerciser
(optional feature) .................................17
7.9 Forearm rests (optional feature) ..........19
7.10 Wrist supports (optional feature)..........20
7.11 Adjustable legs (optional feature) ........20
7.12 Stabiliser chocks (optional feature)......21
7.13 Self-operated stabiliser straps
(optional feature) .................................21
7.14 THERA-assist exercising software
(optional feature for THERA-vital only) 21
7.15 Printer for exercising data (optional
feature on THERA-vital only) ...............22
7.16 Cardio-Pulse set (optional feature,
THERA-vital only .................................22
7.17 THERA-vital: Control pad with colour
screen..................................................23
7.18 THERA-live: Control pad .....................28
8 Submenu (THERA-vital only, for
experienced users) ............................32
8.1 Navigating the submenu ......................32
8.2 Menu structure.....................................33
8.3 Description of exerciser functions
on submenu.........................................34
8.4 Duration...............................................34
8.5 Forwards/backwards auto reversal......34
8.6 Bio-feedback .......................................34
8.7 Motor power ........................................34
8.8 Spasticity detection .............................35
8.9 Spasticity program...............................35
8.10 Automatic speed adjustment ...............35
8.11 Heart rate limit .....................................35
8.12 Muscle support ....................................35
8.13 Microphone sensitivity .........................36
8.14 Contrast...............................................36
8.15 Basic exercising settings .....................36
9 Bio-feedback ...................................... 36
9.1 Bio-feedback for leg exerciser .............36
9.2 Bio-feedback for upper torso exerciser 38
10 Analysis of session data
(THERA- vital only) ............................ 39
10.1 Printing out session data......................39
11 Motor power ....................................... 40
12 Technical specifications .................. 41
13 Cleaning and disinfection................. 42
14 Replacing the fuse ............................ 42
15 Guarantee........................................... 42
16 Recycling............................................ 42
17 Tips and tricks ................................... 43
18 Notes on electromagnetic
comlypatibility ................................... 45
18.1 Electrical leads, lead lengths and
accessories .........................................45
18.2 Warning note about accessories used.45
18.3 Warning note about siting ....................45
18.4 Compliance levels ...............................45
18.5 Interference emission ..........................45
18.6 Interference immunity ..........................46
18.7 Recommended safe distances between
portable and mobile equipment, high-
frequency telecommunications
equipment and THERA-Trainers..........48
Index ............................................................. 49
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