1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Ekso Bionics Manuals
  4. Industrial Equipment
  5. EksoVest
  6. Operator's manual

Ekso Bionics EksoVest Operator's Manual

Hide thumbs

Advertisement

Table of Contents

Ekso Bionics, Inc.
EksoVest
Operator Manual
Ekso Bionics, Inc.
© February 2018
106892A

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the EksoVest and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Ekso Bionics EksoVest

Summary of Contents for Ekso Bionics EksoVest

  • Page 1 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Ekso Bionics, Inc. 106892A © February 2018...
  • Page 2 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 106892A...
  • Page 3 EksoVest in violation of its intended use. Supplier does not accept any responsibility for any damage caused to its products, either directly or indirectly, as a result of use and/or repair by unauthorized personnel.
  • Page 4 The Standard Limited Warranty is void if the EksoVest is altered in any way or has not been used in accordance with the operator manual. Please review all product documentation for important product care and maintenance requirements.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ON/OFF SWITCH ....................17   INSTALLING/CHANGING ACTUATOR SPRINGS ............. 19   ADJUSTING VEST ACTIVATION ZONE ..............21   DONNING AND DOFFING THE EKSOVEST ............23   MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............26   APPENDIX A: COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ..........27  ...

  • Page 6: Eksovest Operator Manual

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 106892A...

  • Page 7: Measurement And Fitting Information

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual MEASUREMENT AND FITTING INFORMATION Measurement Recommendations: Another person must take your measurements using a tailor’s tape; do not measure yourself. When measuring, tape should be kept as perpendicular or parallel to the ground as possible. Stand straight; wear normal work clothes.
  • Page 8 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Arm Cuff Length Measurement Information Position: Standing straight, one arm raised with elbow flexed Instructions: Measure from armpit to edge of the elbow. Do not measure above or beyond elbow bend. Measurement: Arm Cuff Diameter...
  • Page 9 For each table or matrix, circle the size that matches the operator’s measurements. If one or more of the measurements fall outside of the listed ranges, please note the measurement(s) next to the specific chart and contact Ekso Bionics for advice. These measurements are provided as recommendations. Personal comfort and preference should always guide individual component size choices.

  • Page 10: Vest Hardware

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual VEST HARDWARE The mechanical and hardware components of each EksoVest are identified in the following drawing and table. Component Component Name Identifier Arm Cuff Plate Actuator Spring ON/OFF Switch and Tether Actuator Activation Zone Indicator...

  • Page 11: Vest Soft Goods

    Arm Cuffs 3 sets S, M, L Upper Arm Straps 3 sets S, M, L Neck Roll Compression Arm Sleeves* 2 sets S/M, L/XL * Ekso Bionics recommends that compression arm sleeves are always worn on arms during vest use. 106892A...

  • Page 12: Customizing Size With Vest Components

    EksoVest Operator Manual CUSTOMIZING SIZE WITH VEST COMPONENTS The EksoVest is designed to be customized for each operator (see MEASUREMENT AND FITTING INFORMATION beginning on page 7). Select the sizes that match the operator’s measurements; assemble and attach or install the customized components as described in this section.
  • Page 13 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Hip Belt (S/M or L/XL) 1. Working from the front of vest, slide one side of the hip belt over waist plate. Position the waist plate side and hip belt so that the plate aligns with and “sits”...
  • Page 14 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Hip Belt Extender The hip belt extender expands the width of the hip belt, if needed. 1. Put one hip belt strap through the elastic strap on the hip belt extender and fasten buckle.
  • Page 15 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Link Assemblies Adjustment Rarely, an operator may need to adjust the placement of the link assemblies to improve his/her range of motion. When an operator’s range of motion is hampered, the links don’t move freely around the operator’s back and shoulders.
  • Page 16 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual 1. Using a 4-mm hex key, remove the two (2) button head socket cap screws from the torso plate’s (oval) front washer plate. 2. Remove link assembly from torso plate and retain all parts. Repeat on the other link assembly.

  • Page 17: On/Off Switch

    EksoVest Operator Manual ON/OFF SWITCH Each EksoVest arm has an ON/OFF switch (with tether) located on the actuator housing. Switching the vest ON activates the spring support of the actuator. This spring support triggers the actuator and arm cuff plate to move upward with great speed and power unless the arm cuff plate is secured.
  • Page 18 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual WARNING: High-Pressure Spring Secure arm cuff plate before turning ON to avoid injury. The ON/OFF switch and labels Switch is Up and is in the Switch is Down and is in (shown in the OFF position).

  • Page 19: Installing/Changing Actuator Springs

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual INSTALLING/CHANGING ACTUATOR SPRINGS The EksoVest has four sets of actuator springs that control the level of assistance (“the spring support”) in each arm. Each spring level matches an approximate amount of lift support. The support level is labeled on each spring’s cap. Level 1 provides the least arm support and Level 4 provides the most.
  • Page 20 Changing the actuator spring should be done when the vest is not being worn. The EksoVest is shipped with protective caps covering both actuator cylinder chambers. These caps must be removed before installing actuator springs for the first time.

  • Page 21: Adjusting Vest Activation Zone

    EksoVest Operator Manual ADJUSTING VEST ACTIVATION ZONE Each operator experiences an “activation zone” while wearing the EksoVest. The activation zone is the area where the vest provides the spring support to the operator’s arms when the operator performs in-front and/or overhead work.
  • Page 22 EksoVest Operator Manual Note: The activation zone for each EksoVest arm may be dialed to different settings and/or one arm may be turned off. Ekso Bionics ships the vest set to “standard” for both arms. As described in the following procedure, adjusting the vest activation zone setting must be done when the vest is not being worn.

  • Page 23: Donning And Doffing The Eksovest

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual DONNING AND DOFFING THE EKSOVEST WARNING: Ensure switch is in the OFF position prior to donning/doffing vest to avoid injury. Failure to wear the arm cuff safety straps can result in injury. To don the EksoVest: Put arms through shoulder straps as you would with a backpack.
  • Page 24 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual 5. Buckle lower arm cuff strap and tighten; repeat on other side. 6. Buckle upper arm cuff strap and tighten; repeat on other side. 7. Keep arms at sides. 8. Reach across body with one arm and flip switch to the ON position.
  • Page 25 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Note: For the best fit and comfort, be sure that the actuator tops are even with the tops of the operator’s shoulders (see drawing). For operator safety, the switches must be in the OFF (down) position before doffing the vest.

  • Page 26: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Issue Solution/Maintenance Frequency of Maintenance Vest soft goods are dirty Wash soft goods in washing As needed from wear and/or sweaty. machine using laundry detergent and cold water; use a low-heat dryer cycle. Ekso Bionics recommends washing and drying items in a mesh bag.

  • Page 27: Appendix A: Components And Accessories

    Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual APPENDIX A: COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES These items are shipped as part of the EksoVest (Note differences between the Specific Worker Vest and General Configuration Vest) General Specific Part Configuration Item Worker Vest Picture Number...
  • Page 28 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual General Specific Part Configuration Item Worker Vest Picture Number Vest (107416) (106759) STORAGE ITEMS Storage Bag 106888 Not Included Included Spring Storage Compartment 107363 Not Included Included (within storage bag) Accessory Bag 106889 Not Included...
  • Page 29 Ekso Bionics, Inc. EksoVest Operator Manual Ekso Bionics, Inc. Customer Service: 888-869-7683 106892A...

Table of Contents

Save PDF