mo-vis Twister Pro User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- mo-vis
Table of Contents
Twister Pro
User Manual
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You can find this manual in English on our website.
About this manual
User manual
Thank you for choosing a mo-vis product!
This manual contains useful and important information about your device.
Please read it carefully before use and store it safely for future reference.
Our team (or your authorized dealer) will be happy to answer your questions.
mo-vis bv
Biebuyckstraat 15D. 9850 Deinze. Belgium
http://www.mo-vis.com. [email protected]. +32
9 335 28 60
Warning labels
Please read this manual, the safety instructions, and the warning texts carefully, in order to reduce the risks associated with the device. Our products are safe under normal and reasonably foreseeable operating conditions.
NOTE: This symbol indicates general notes and information.
CAUTION: This symbol indicates caution for a hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING: This symbol indicates a warning for a hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Support, scrapping & recycling
Technical support
TROUBLE: In case of technical problems:
- Contact your dealer
- If your dealer is not available or unknown, please contact mo-vis: [email protected] or +32 9 335 28 60.
Always state the product code and device serial number when contacting us. This ensures you are provided with the correct information.
Spare parts and accessories
Contact mo-vis or your dealer for more information about spare parts and
accessories.
Scrapping & recycling
CAUTION: For scrapping, adhere to your local waste legislation.
Dispose of obsolete electronic parts responsibly in accordance with local
recycling regulations.
Limited liability
mo-vis accepts no liability for personal injury or damage to property that may arise from the failure of the user or other persons to follow the recommendation, warnings and instructions in this manual.
CAUTION: This product should only be installed by a qualified service
engineer.
NOTE: All mo-vis manuals can be found at http://www.mo-vis.com where
they can be consulted in PDF format.
NOTE: In case any serious incident occurs in relation to this device,
this should be reported immediately to mo-vis and the competent authority of
the Member State in which the user is established.
Intended use
The Twister Pro:
- is an Input Control System for a device to be operated by a push button with a 3.5 mm jack connection ( e.g. power wheelchair or AAC device).
- has a medium activation force of 75 gr/2.65 oz required.
- has two mounting holes, so that it can be positioned at an ideal place for the user.
CAUTION: To make sure that the device maintains its functionality,
regular cleaning is required. See Cleaning on page 13.
CAUTION: This device is only intended to support auxiliary wheelchair
functions.
Features
The Twister Pro:
- is available in 3 colors: black, red, and green.
- is available with a short (300 mm/11.81 in) and long (1500 mm/59.06 in) cable.
- provides auditory and tactile feedback.
- has a 3.5 mm mono jack connector.
- requires an activation force of 75gr/2.65 oz and has an activation surface of 36 mm/1.42 in.
- is IPx4 compatible (protected against splashing water).
- can be mounted with 2 M3 screws. There are two screw holes in the base plate to attach the button firmly on a flat surface. The depth of the insert is 3 mm/0.12 in.
- is tested for a maximum allowed force of 20 kg/200N.
Operation
Normally open switch
The Twister Pro can be used as a standard normally open switch: it will
activate when pressed down. Simply plug the Twister Pro into a 3.5 mm female
jack on a switch-adapted device, joystick, or computer.
To activate the Twister Pro, simply press anywhere on the top of the
activation surface. You will feel and hear an audible ‘click’.
Safety button
The Twister Pro can also be configured using a dip switch on the bottom so
that it functions as a safety button.
Only a qualified service engineer may install this device.
See the Installation manual for more information.
First-time use
CAUTION: A qualified service engineer should assist during the first-time use of the device and make sure that all functions are clear to the user, including what to do in case of problems or doubt.
Cleaning
Regular maintenance of the device is required. Before you do this, always disconnect the device.
- Gently remove dust and dirt with a damp cloth.
- Use only non-aggressive disinfectant cleaning agents.
CAUTION: Do not immerse in water or use excessive amounts of liquid.
CAUTION: Make sure the button stays clean so activation remains possible
at all times.
CAUTION: If the button is damaged, it must be replaced immediately to
ensure correct functionality.
Warnings and limitations
NOTE: This product complies with the limit values for Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) with respect to power wheelchairs, as set out in the
harmonized standards for the EU in the Medical Device Regulation, No.
2017/745.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to open or disassemble the device enclosure.
CAUTION: This package may include small parts, which can be a choking
hazard to children under 3 years. Keep small parts away from children.
CAUTION: Long periods of repetitive motion using the product may be
associated with nerve, tendon, or muscle injury in your hands, wrists, arms,
shoulders, neck, or back. See a qualified health professional for pain,
numbness, weakness, swelling, burning, cramping, or stiffness.
Dimensions
 mo-vis bv. Biebuyckstraat 15D. 9850 Deinze –
Belgium
www.mo-vis.com. [email protected]. +32 9 335 28 60
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