TurboMed XTERN User Manual

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INSTALL CALF PAD & STRAP KIT
(INSTRUCTIONS IN THE BAG)
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HOOK THE BRACE ON THE SHOE
AND YOU’RE READY FOR ACTION!
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LOOK FOR EYELETS POSITION.
ASK PATIENT TO DON THE SHOE
& SELECT WIDTH FOR HOLES.
INSTALL TIE-WRAPS IN EYELETS.
NEVER ATTACH AROUND THE LACES!
TIGHTEN TIE-WRAPS AT MAXIMUM
VERY STRONG FIXATION IS IMPORTANT!
LOCK TIE-WRAPS IN REAR
CORNERS OR BEST FIT POSITION.
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PULL FIRMLY ON LACE CLIP AND VALIDATE IT’S
SOLIDLY ANCHORED AND BONDED TO THE SHOE.
SEE LACE CLIP FITTING LEAFLET
FOR MORE FOOTWEAR OPTIONS.
(VIDEOS TUTORIALS AVAILABLE
ON YOUTUBE & OUR WEBSITE)
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BRACE WIDTH CAN BE
ADJUSTED WIDER OR
NARROWER FOR BETTER LOOK
& FIT ON PATIENT SHOE.
(SEE THERMOFORMING GUIDELINE IF REQUIRED)
PARTS LIST - XTERN ORTHOTIC KIT, SIZE MEDIUM (100100-SA-M)
Item Qty PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION
A 1 200000-BA0-M MAIN BRACE BODY ASSEMBLY, SIZE MEDIUM
B 1 200000-U00-ML FRONT SHOE SECTION «U» SHAPE, SIZE MEDIUM-LARGE
C 1 200000-C00-ML PLASTIC CALF SECTION, SIZE MEDIUM-LARGE
D 5 200000-L00-ML LACE CLIP ATTACHMENT, SIZE MEDIUM-LARGE
E 3 700000-SET-002 SET SCREW 5-40 X 1/2"LONG. 18-8 STAINLESS STEEL
F 1 500301-K00-SML COMPLETE STRAP & CUSHIONS KIT
G 20 700000-ZZZ-001 TIE-WRAP BLACK 18 LBS/4"LONG
H 1 700000-HEX-001 HEX-L-KEY 1/16" (FOR 5-40 SET SCREW)
SHOE SIZE 7.5 US -> 10.5 US Men
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
XTERN SEMI-ASSEMBLED ORTHOTIC KIT
SIZE MEDIUM (100100-SA-M)
2018-04-10 – 100100-SA-M XTERN
SUGGESTED TOOLS
-POWERED DRILL (VARIABLE SPEED)
-DRILL BIT 7/64” (2.8 MM)
-HEX ALLEN KEY 1/16” (INCLUDED)
-METAL HAND SAW
-MEASURING CALIPER 300MM
OR MEASURING TAPE
-BENCH VISE WITH SOFT PAD JAW
(PLASTIC / LEATHER)
-TRAUTMAN SANDER AND CARVER
-CUTTER PLIER
-PROPANE BLOW TORCH
(IF THERMOFORMING REQUIRED)
-PROTECTIVE SAFETY GEAR:
SAFETY GOGGLES, GLOVES, DUST MASK
& ALL OTHER PROTECTION REQUIRED BY
YOUR HEALTH & SAFETY WORK POLICY
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CUT IF REQUIRED
WIDE BOOTS – FULL WIDTH
- EASY FITTING SHOES FOR FIRST TRIAL – SNEAKERS – TENNIS SHOES
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BULKY SOLE+RIDGES
FOR HEEL FRICTION GRIP
ROBUST FABRIC
ENOUGH EYELETS
WE RECOMMEND STABLE SHOES WITH FIRM
HEELCAP, ROBUST FABRIC AND FITTED WITH RIDGES
ON SOLE CONTOUR TO HOLD THE BRACE IN PLACE.
AVOID MINIMALIST SHOES WITH VERY LIGHT
FABRIC AND THIN SOLE.

TurboMed XTERN Specifications

General

Category	Medical Equipment
Model	XTERN
Manufacturer	TurboMed Orthotics
Sizes	Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large
Attachment	Outside of shoe
Intended Use	Designed to assist individuals with foot drop in walking by providing dynamic support to the foot and ankle.
Side	Universal (fits both left and right)

Summary

XTERN Orthotic Kit Assembly

Shoe Selection for Brace Fitting

Recommend stable shoes with firm heelcaps and robust fabric for optimal brace fit.

Calf Pad and Strap Kit Installation

Instructions for installing the calf pad and strap kit, referencing contents within the bag.

Tie-Wrap Attachment and Tightening

Proper installation of tie-wraps in eyelets and maximum tightening for secure fixation.

Final Brace Hooking and Validation

Securing tie-wraps and hooking the brace onto the shoe for readiness.

XTERN Orthotic Kit Adjustments

Length Adjustment Cutting Chart

Chart for determining cutting reference based on shoe size for length adjustment.

Length Measurement Chart

Chart providing final length measurements in mm for various shoe sizes.

Calf Support Adjustment Chart

Chart for adjusting calf support based on shoe size, referencing marks on the part.

Component Sliding and Drilling

Step for sliding out components and drilling holes using a 7/64" bit.

Height Adjustment and Grinding

Aligning marks for height adjustment and grinding smooth.