User manual Bestic
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1. to approved and validated control devices If the unit is connected with a control device that has not been validated there is a risk of electrical disturbance or damages A complete and updated list is available on our website www besticinc com There are two types of connectors for control devices on Bestic A USB B Phone plug The connector depends on which control switch you are using Available connectors on the side of Bestic On Off button A Phone plug connection port USB connection port Charging connector for power cord 4 3 Charging N ON Ul B Bestic contains a battery that needs to be charged If Bestic does not start or if the display tells you to charge connect the power adaptor Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 8 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 a Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic Connection and disconnection of the power adaptor can be done at any time When the power adaptor is connected the battery is automatically charged The time to charge a completely empty battery is app 3 hours If you are operating the device during charging it may take a longer time before it is fully charged 4 4 To mount and dismantle the spoon Mounting the spoon Attach the spo2. 5 07 User manual for Bestic 3 Do not dismantle any screws from Bestic Do not try to open it in any way 4 Never pour liquids over Bestic or immerse into liquids 5 Never hold the power cable or any contact with wet hands 6 Place Bestic on a flat and steady surface Make sure Bestic stands steadily without risk of falling 7 Attach only the supplied power adaptor to Bestic Never modify the power adaptor yourself 8 Take hold of the plug when disconnecting from an electrical outlet do not pull the cable 9 Be aware of the risks for squeezing When the arm is moving the risk areas occur near the joints 10 Make sure the temperature around Bestic does not exceed 40 degrees Celsius Do not leave Bestic in the sunlight or in a trunk of a car on a sunny day 11 Do not put fragile objects close to Bestic as they might be tipped or damaged by the movements of the arm Be extra careful with candles 12 Never put Bestic in the dishwasher 13 Do not transport Bestic in a bag with wheels the trembling that occurs might damage it 14 When Bestic shall be transported all control devices and contacts shall be unplugged to prevent it from starting 15 Should the function of Bestic change in any way or behave unexpectedly turn of the unit unplug the power adaptor and contact your local service contacts Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stock
3. PD2000_User manual for Bestic EN ver4 Language English Date 2014 05 07 astic User manual for Bestic User Manual Bestic software version 1 0 2 1 Eating Assistive Device Ret TRY Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 1 17 PD2000_User manual for Bestic_EN_ver4 N Language English n Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic Table of contents 1 Introduction 2 Safety 3 Product overview 4 Handling 5 How to eat with Bestic 6 Cleaning 7 Transport and storage 8 Illustrations of how to remove the spoon and connect the USB Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 2 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 N Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 1 Introduction 1 1 Intended use Bestic is an eating assistive device intended for use by persons that has a reduced functionality in their arms or hands The user controls the device via different control switches Bestic is intended to use as a daily support during mealtimes It is intended to be placed steadily on a flat surface e g on a table while
4. holm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 5 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 N a Language English n Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 3 Product overview 3 1 Description Overview of Bestic system parts S Spoon holder Carrying handle Menu window On Off button Phone plug connection port USB connection port Charging connector for power cord Reset button J 9 Spoon 10 Power adapter Soe a S 00 RA St T S Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 6 17 PD2000_User manual for Bestic EN ver4 Language English Date 2014 05 07 pesti User manual for Bestic 4 Handling 4 1 Lifting Bestic When lifting Bestic use the built in handle in the lower thicker part of the arm see picture Do not lift Bestic with the thin upper part of the arm Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 7 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 i N a Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 4 2 Connecting a control device Bestic can only be connected
5. ign This picture indicates a warning If it is shown next to a paragraph it means that there is a risk of injuries for a person or a risk of damage to Bestic if the information is neglected 2 2 Disclaimer Bestic AB takes no responsibility for damages caused by incorrect use Only persons who have been informed and instructed on its use should operate the eating device It must be operated according to the instructions in this User s Manual Bestic AB has the right to change specifications on Bestic without notification 2 3 Safety instructions Always evaluate what demands the user s health condition and diagnose affects the meal environment especially concerning the risk of choking Using Bestic does not cause an elevated risk for choking compared with being fed by a person Follow the safety instructions below 1 Make sure that you understand all the instructions and warnings before you connect and start using Bestic 2 The plate shall stand to the left of Bestic when the text in the display is facing the user The plate shall stand so that it touches the feet of Bestic and have a non slip mat underneath Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 4 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 N Language English 0 Date 2014 0
6. in customizing the settings of Bestic is to choose what kind of food you want to eat Food type Pieces Soup Pieces refers to any kind of food that can be divided into pieces in suitable size for scooping by a spoon Soup can be any kind of more liquid food like yoghurt creamy desserts or soups When selecting Soup the scooping movement of the arm is different compared to when using Pieces and adapts to reduce spilling by wiping off the bottom of the spoon before moving up to the mouth Third menu choice Adapt the spoon so as to make eating comfortable and easy Mouth height XX in centimeters Set the height from the plate to the mouth in centimeters Go stepwise up and down from the pre configured settings until you have reached a comfortable height Spoon towards mouth XX How close to the mouth would you like the spoon to go Set the appropriate distance so that taking the food from the spoon is easy The spoon will now go the set position Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 12 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic Are these the right settings you need Bestic will ask you Mouth height OK Yes No If you need to adapt
7. in use Bestic can be used by both adults and children but it is not intended to be used as a toy 1 2 Bestic philosophy Bestic is designed for use by persons with involuntary arm movements or weak finger force Bestic is controlled by the user who chooses which piece of food is lifted to the mouth and when Since every individual has different assistive needs it is possible to connect Bestic to different control devices Handling the control device does not require much effort The idea is that eating should be made possible with the least amount of effort with the user deciding on what type of food and when it shall be eaten Bestic waits for your instructions and does not move until you decide to give the next command 1 3 Contact Bestic is a Class I CE marked medical device manufactured by Bestic AB Stockholm Sweden For local contact persons and service please go to our website www besticinc com to find contact information in your country Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 3 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 fi N Language English Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 2 Safety It is important to read this chapter thoroughly and to understand it before starting to use Bestic 2 1 Information about the warning s
8. late a confirmation signal shall be given The spoon is turned to a horizontal position and then collects the food onto the spoon The spoon stops waits and then gently shakes to make sure the spoon is not too full This is done in order to minimize spilling If you have selected soup the spoon backs towards the far end of the plate and wipes of drops from under the spoon The spoon then moves up to the mouth position to eat the food from the spoon After taking the piece of food continue with the next mouthful by repeating the steps above 5 4 Turn off Press the button on the side of Bestic until the display is lit with the text Bestic moves to shipping position When releasing the button Bestic starts to move Bestic turns off automatically after not being used for about 20 minutes However it will not go into shipping position but remain in the same position as it was left 5 9 Emergency stop Turning off of Bestic for emergency stop is done by pressing the black power button 5 6 Reset If Bestic does not react on command or reacts strangely in any way a Reset might help Press the reset button on the bottom side of Bestic with a pen through the hole where it says Reset Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 14 17 PD2000 User
9. manual for Bestic EN ver4 0 Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 6 Care instructions How to take care of Bestic 6 1 Cleaning Make sure that Bestic is turned off Disconnect the power adapter and control device The spoon with the holder and the plate can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher Cleaning of the main unit the power adapter and control device is done with a moist cloth with dishwashing liquid for manual washing up or alcohol Do not use strong detergents solvents or abrasive detergents When needed a soft brush may be used V Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 15 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 i N a Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 7 Transport and storage 7 1 Packing for transportation When the unit is being transported make sure it is turned off in the shipping position In the shipping position it is folded and compact which is suitable for transportation Make sure control device and power adapter are unplugged when carrying or shipping Bestic Do not place Bestic in a bag on wheels Shaking and vibrations may cause damage to the unit when transported this way Preferably use the dedicated backpacks or flight case when transp
10. on by aiming the end of the spoon into the fissure and snap onto the rear part of the spoon holder Dismantle the spoon by pressing on the side of the spoon holder to make it pop out a bit in the rear end then lift the rear part of the spoon holder back and towards the side 1 Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 9 17 PD2000_User manual for Bestic EN ver4 Language English Date 2014 05 07 ostie User manual for Bestic 4 4 The plate Use the plate that is supplied with Bestic in order to ensure a good eating assistive functionality This plate has been carefully selected due to the edge which facilitates scooping of the food The diameter of the plate also corresponds with the arm movements of Bestic Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 10 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 Language English 0 Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic 5 How to eat with Bestic Before starting use make sure you have read and understood all the safety instructions in chapter 2 Safety You should also have read chapter 4 Handling The se
11. orting Bestic Try to avoid pressure or shaking The arm in particular is sensitive for enduring inappropriate pressures 7 2 Storage For maintenance reasons the battery in Bestic needs to be charged at least once per year during 3 hours otherwise the battery might be damaged Store the unit in a standing up position on a flat surface Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 16 17 PD2000_User manual for Bestic EN ver4 Language English Date 2014 05 07 astic User manual for Bestic Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 17 17
12. the settings again press No Repeat this procedure until the right height and distance have been set Then press OK Enjoy your meal Bestic goes to the starting position After the settings are made Bestic is ready to be used and moves to the starting position by the mouth 5 3 Using Bestic Bestic does not move unless instructed to do so by the user via the control device For information on how to use your control device please see the specific instructions for your choice of control device Most commonly the control devices have five buttons for multifunctional maneuvers EXAMPLE theBestic Picasso MINI control device Use the device with the cable pointing upwards and towards the plate Choose which side of the plate you wish to pick your food from right or left by giving the corresponding directional command Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 13 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 fi N Language English Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic The spoon goes down to the plate facing the chosen side The spoon can be controlled in any direction on the plate by using the directional commands away towards right or left signal When the chosen piece of food is on the spoon or between the spoon and the edge of the p
13. ttings are made through a menu system which is accessed when the user starts Bestic There are two menus in Bestic a User menu The user menu is intended for settings done by the user This is the menu presented when starting Bestic b Advanced menu This menu is intended for installation and is described in Installations instructions 5 1 Start 1 Make sure that Bestic is placed on a flat steady surface 2 Place Bestic close to the plate so that the device touches the plate 3 Mount the spoon 4 Connect your control device 5 To start press the black power button on the side of Bestic 5 2 Settings done by the user The display menu has two rows The upper row of the display often shows a claim or question The lower row displays alternative answers First menu choice Renew settings Yes No If the user wishes to change the preset settings choose Yes by clicking forward on the control device Bestic AB Website www besticinc com c o Business Hub rsta ngsv gen 21 C E mail info bestic se SE 117 43 Stockholm Sweden Telephone 46 0 73 393 00 07 Bestic AB 2014 05 All rights reserved Page 11 17 PD2000 User manual for Bestic EN ver4 fi N Language English Date 2014 05 07 User manual for Bestic If the user does not wish to renew settings but rather wishes to start eating immediately choose No by clicking the ok button Second menu choice The first step
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