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Operator & Service Manual
/ LiteGait® Jr.
Jr.
Jr. / LiteGait® MX
MX
MX
LiteGait®
LiteGait® is a Registered Trademark of Mobility Research, Inc.
Serial Number of Your Device:
Note: Please keep your serial number in a safe and secure location. The serial number must be provided
when seeking service for your LiteGait® device. The serial number provides us access to technical
information regarding your device.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING LiteGait®
***WARNING***
• Use only under the direct supervision of a healthcare professional
• Brakes should remain locked except when moving over ground
• Operate only on a smooth, level floor
• All four harness straps should be used at all times
• Examine device regularly for damage. Do NOT operate this device if it appears damaged
or inoperable
• If patient appears to be uncomfortable, faint, dizzy, short of breath, or ill while using the
device, stop session immediately.
• Charge the battery only with the factory authorized charging system.
• Do not tamper with the battery.
Maximum Height
Maximum Patient Weight
LiteGait®
WalkAble™ 75
5’0”
75 lbs
LiteGait®
WalkAble™ 100
5’6”
100 lbs
LiteGait®
100MX
5’6”
100 lbs
LiteGait®
100MX w/I FreeDome
5’6”
100 lbs
LiteGait®
200MX
6’6”
200 lbs
LiteGait® WalkAble 75
LiteGait® WalkAble 100
LiteGait® 100MX
LiteGait® 200 MX
LiteGait® 200MX
LiteGait® 100MX with
Integrated FreeDome
LiteGait® 100MX
Dear LiteGait® User,
CONGRATULATIONS on your recent purchase of LiteGait®, the most innovative gait and balance therapy
training system available today. As you know, LiteGait® can be used with a wide variety of patient
impairment levels and conditions. If you have questions about the possible uses of LiteGait® with
particular patients, or are in need of some ideas for ways to use LiteGait® more effectively, please do not
hesitate to contact us for information relating to your individual situation. Our website also offers valuable
information.
Like all quality therapy equipment, LiteGait® requires regular inspections. Enclosed is a check list for your
convenience. Please complete the checklist every 6 months to ensure the efficient, safe, and effective
operation of the LiteGait® unit. If you should find a problem with a LiteGait® part, please contact the
Service & Parts Department immediately. Here are some resources, which will be of help to you:
CLINICAL SUPPORT:
[email protected]
SERVICE & PARTS DEPARTMENT:
[email protected]
WEBSITE:
www.LiteGait.com
USER FORUM :
www.LiteGait.org
Sincerely,
Customer Service Department
Mobility Research
Table of Contents
Unpacking and Assembly ................................................................................... 12
Unit Diagram ...................................................................................................... 17
About Your Unit .................................................................................................. 17
USING Your LiteGait® .......................................................................................... 18
I. Yoke Adjustment ........................................................................................... 18
II. FlexAble ....................................................................................................... 18
III. Raising and Lowering MX Yoke - MX Only ................................................... 18
IV. Charging MX Yoke - MX Only ....................................................................... 19
V. Adjusting Handle Bars .................................................................................. 21
VI. Base and Casters ......................................................................................... 21
VI. BiSym ......................................................................................................... 21
VII. Harness Application ................................................................................... 26
Training with LiteGait® ....................................................................................... 28
Unit Care and Maintenance ............................................................................... 31
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 34
Parts List ............................................................................................................ 36
Resource Directory ............................................................................................. 39
1/2 inch socket or open-end wrench
5/16 inch Allen wrench (provided)
LiteGait® WalkAble/ Jr. / MX Assembly Instructions:
Read below & follow pictures.
NOTE: Two people are required for safe assembly.
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than the following
images, but assembly Steps are the same.
1.) Inspect shipment and note any visual
damage to box and/or crate
2.) Remove screw located at the bottom
of crate
3.) Lift off exterior box in order to ex-
pose equipment
4.) Examine contents. Report any
damage to equipment immediately to
Mobility Research Service & Parts
Department
6.) Remove cardboard harness and
accessories box.
7.)
Open
cardboard
harness
and
accessories box.
8.) Inspect contents of harness and
accessories box for damage.
9.) Carefully cut all black plastic straps
securing base to pallet.
5.) Loosen handle bar knobs and raise
handle bars.
10.) Using both people, remove base
from pallet.
NOTE: If you have any questions during installation, please
contact Mobility Research Service & Parts Department for
CAUTION: DO NOT USE UTILITY KNIFE
TO OPEN BOX
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
14.) To remove post from pallet use one
person to hold the post and yoke.
13.) Set base over pallet as pictured
with actuator near base.
12.) Prepare base for installation of
actuator. Remove four black steel bolts
from base using allen wrench in small
box.
15.) Locate bolts holding actuator to
pallet. Undo bolts with ½ inch socket or
wrench, loosen actuator from pallet
with one person holding the actuator
steady while loose.
11.) Position base over pallet with
actuator near base as pictured.
16.) Using two people lift the post onto
base.
18.) Insert bolts, hand tighten bolts
(ensure one person holds actuator
steady until secure). Tighten bolts using
5/16 inch Allen wrench until snug (do
not to over tighten).
19.)
Verify
operation
by
moving
actuator up/down by pressing the
arrows on the hand switch. If hand
switch fails to operate the actuator,
check connections at top of the
actuator.
20.) Carefully remove all shrink-wrap
from handle bars yoke and base
21.) Verify performance of each locking
and directional casters.
17.) Orient the actuator on the base
(the yoke arms and handlebars point in
the same direction as the base legs).
Line up the holes for bolts to be
inserted.
Feel free to call 1-800-332-9255 Extension 7104 for Mobility
Research Service & Parts during assembly.
CAUTION: DO NOT over tighten the
bolts.
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
LG WalkAble Assembly
Tools Required:
Scissors
1/2 inch socket or open-end wrench
5/16 inch Allen wrench (provided)
LiteGait® KW Assembly Instructions:
Read below & follow pictures.
NOTE: Two people are required for safe assembly.
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than the following
images, but assembly Steps are the same.
1.) Inspect shipment and note any visual
damage to box and/or crate
2.) Open carton carefully, using utility
knife to cut the tape that seals the box.
3.) Remove the post from the box and
carefully cut away package material.
4.) Open larger inside box containing the
yoke and handles bars. Carefully cut
away package material
6.) Remove the base from the box and
place on a level floor.
7.)
Prepare
remaining
parts
for
assembly
by
removing
remaining
packaging material.
8.) Lock all four casters to make base
stationary and remove the bolts from
the top plate on the base.
9.) Lift the main post and align post
plate with holes on base plate.
5.) Remove and open soft goods. Soft
goods box should contain at least one
harness wrap, two groin pieces and four
overhead straps.
10.) Insert four bolts to attach post to
base plate. Tighten until snug using
7/32” Allen wrench (included).
NOTE: If you have any questions during installation, please
contact Mobility Research Service & Parts Department for
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
14.) Tighten knobs to secure yoke in
position.
13.) Pull spring pin to lower the yoke on
the post.
12.) Attach post plate by tightening
knobs on the back of the handle bars to
secure in position.
11.) Loosen the knobs on handle bar
assembly to remove back plate and
position handle bars on post
Feel free to call 1-800-332-9255 Extension 7104 for Mobility
Research Support during this assembly.
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
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1. Yoke Assembly
2. Buckle Assembly
3. Control Box
4. Base/Frame
5. Total Locking Casters
6. Directional Locking Casters
7. Post Assembly
8. Handle Bar Assembly
9. Actuator
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About Your LiteGait®
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than image above
LiteGait® is comprised of several parts.
YOKE: Y-shaped support that has four female buckles at
the ends and is attached to the post. The height of the
yoke assembly is adjustable.
OVERHEAD STRAPS: Four adjustable straps with male
connectors at one end and padded female buckles at the
opposite end. The male connectors attach to the yoke
buckles and the female buckles attach to the harness
providing postural support for the patient.
HARNESS/GROIN PIECE: Adjustable wrap with a buckle
closure in the front and three adjustable straps on each
side. The four male connectors at the top of the harness
that attach into the female buckles of the overhead
straps. The four female buckles at the bottom of the
harness allow for the connection of the groin piece. The
H-shaped stitching on the groin piece denotes the top (or
body side) of the piece.
ACTUATOR: The mechanism that raises and lowers the
yoke. The actuator consists of a linear adjusted screw
mechanism that is adjusted by a DC motor.
CONTROL UNIT: Junction box mounted on the actuator
for the battery power, handheld switch and contains
electrical safety protection circuitry. The battery pack
connects to this unit and is also located on the side of the
yoke assembly.
HANDLEBARS: Unit has two fixed position parallel
handlebars. The handle bars are attached to the unit
using two knobs.
BASE: Two horizontal bars connected by two U-shaped
tubes. The base moves freely over ground or can be
locked into place during use over a treadmill. However,
your unit must be locked into place at all other times.
CASTERS: Four casters are attached to the base. The
two casters on the left side are total locking and the two
casters on the right are directional locking. Be certain to
lock both caster brakes when using the unit over a
treadmill or when connecting the patient to the unit.
NOTE: Over tightening the knobs may cause damage.
WARNING: NEVER leave patient unattended in the unit.
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4
Using Your LiteGait®
I. Yoke Adjustment
The LiteGait® yoke is raised and lowered manually by
loosening the knobs securing yoke plate to the post.
Once the knobs are loose, the yoke can be raised or
lowered by pulling out the spring pin on the back of the
yoke. After adjusting the yoke to the desired height,
release spring pin and lock into the closest hole on the
back post. Tighten the knobs to secure the yoke once
in place. For the WalkAble 75, the yoke is secured by
tightening the lever knob on the front of the yoke.
Loosen Knobs
Pull Out Spring Pin
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
II. FlexAble
FlexAble allows for the rigid yoke to become position
flexible, with up to 5 inches of travel. Thus, you can
maintain the rigid yoke position or make it flexible giving
the patient the option to experience more of their
balance and weight bearing at their own discretion.
Flexible Support
Loosen the star knob on the bottom of the FlexAble. The
amount of deflection can be varied by the amount the
knob is loosened
Rigid Support
Tighten the star knob completely on the bottom of the
FlexAble
NOTE: THE LiteGait YOKE & HARNESS PROVIDE FULL
SUPPORT to LiteGait USER WITH FlexAble FLEXIBLE or RIGID.
III. Raising and Lowering MX Yoke
- MX Only
The LiteGait® MX actuator is raised and lowered by a
hand switch with one up and one down arrow.
Raising the Yoke
Verify that LiteGait® has clearance above the yoke.
Depress the button with the up arrow on the hand
switch. Release the button when the yoke is at the
desired height.
Lowering the Yoke
Verify that LiteGait® has clearance below the yoke.
Depress the button with the down arrow on the hand
switch. Release the button when the yoke lowers to
the desired height.
Lowered Yoke
Raised Yoke
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
Using Your LiteGait®
Green Light
Red Light
IV. Integrated FreeDome - Optional
FreeDome allows for rotation of the patient while
being supported by the LiteGait®. To rotate the
FreeDome, loosen the knob on the bottom of
rotational assembly. To lock the FreeDome tighten the
knob until snug.
Loosen knob to rotate
FreeDome.
Tighten knob to lock
FreeDome.
Low Battery Indicator Alarm
The LiteGait® unit emits an audible noise when the
charge of the battery is critically low and needs to be
recharged. If you experience audible noise, make sure to
charge promptly after use of the LiteGait®. The LiteGait®
will ONLY lift and lower approximately 2 to 3 more times
before shutting off. The LiteGait® should be charged
before running down to a point where you are unable to
lower a patient.
4. Align tabs on the bottom of the battery pack with the
side mount to reattach battery.
3. Plug the charger into the power outlet to charge the
battery. The battery should be charged at least once per
week overnight, regardless of use.
Note: Ensure the locking tab is locked in before releasing the
battery pack.
Charger
The LiteGait® battery is charged using a low current,
hospital guideline approved charger. The charger has an
indicator LED light that turns green when the charger is
plugged in and not connected to the LiteGait®. When the
battery is charging the LED turns red and then back to
green after the battery is fully charged.
Charging Battery
Connected to Power outlet
Battery Charged
IV. Charging LiteGait
1. If the battery looks like this image, remove battery
pack from side of LiteGait® by lifting the locking tab and
pulling off the battery. If your battery does not look like
this, skip to the next page.
2. Locate battery charger and insert barrel plug into port
on battery pack. Then connect charger to outlet.
Using Your LiteGait®
LiteGait is equipped with a 24 volt battery pack that needs to
be charged at least once per week overnight. Follow instruc-
tions below if you battery looks like this image.
Charging Procedure
1. Insert the charger plug into the port on the actuator top.
2.
Plug the charger into the appropriate 110-volt or 220-volt
wall outlet.
3.
Leave LiteGait on charger for 6-8 hours or overnight once
per week.
4.
After charging LiteGait unplug the charger from the WALL
OUTLET AND LiteGait.
Note: Leaving a charger connected to the LiteGait while dis-
connected to the wall outlet device decreases the battery life
of the LiteGait battery.
Note: Leaving a charger connected to the LiteGait while dis-
connected to the wall outlet device decreases the battery life
of the LiteGait battery.
Low Battery Indicator Alarm
LiteGait emits an audible noise when the battery charge is low.
LiteGait will ONLY lift and lower approximately 2 to 3 more
times before shutting off. The charger LED light turns green
when the charger is plugged in and not connected to the
LiteGait. When the battery is charging the LED turns red and
then back to green after the battery is fully charged.
Green Light
The charger is plugged into
the socket (if the battery is
disconnected).
The battery is fully charged
(If the battery is connected
and the charger is plugged
into the socket
Red Light
The battery is being
charged by the charger.
Press tab to lock
Locked Caster
Locking and Unlocking Casters
Directional Locking Casters
Directional lock casters are indicated by a green sticker in
the locking lever. To lock the directional locking casters,
press the tab and align the caster with the frame. Once
Aligned this locks the swivel of the casters and is
beneficial for walking in a straight path or placing
LiteGait® over a treadmill. Once the unit is positioned
over a treadmill, all four caster brakes need to be locked
Directional Locking Casters with Treadmill
Position LiteGait® near the treadmill (or where you
wish the patient to begin walking).
Roll LiteGait® towards the front of the treadmill, until
the casters line up parallel to the treadmill (or
parallel to the path the patient will follow—a
hallway for example).
Press the directional locks to lock swivel of casters
LiteGait® can now be easily rolled back and forth over
the treadmill or on a straight path in the therapy room or
hallway.
NOTE: While locking the caster prevents rolling of the unit, it
DOES NOT prevent the unit from sliding on a sloped, slippery
floor. The unit should only be used on a flat floor away from
stairs or ramps. NEVER leave a patient unattended in the
unit.
Total Locking Casters
Total locking casters are indicated by a red sticker on the
locking lever. To lock the total locking casters, press the
tab until the brake snaps into place. The caster will lock
the swivel of the caster and rotation of the wheel.
Locking all four casters will make the device stationary.
BRAKE
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
VI. Base and Casters
LiteGait® is equipped with four casters. There are two
total locking casters and two directional lock casters.
Each leg has one type of casters, the total locking are
mounted on the left leg the directional locking are
mounted on the right leg.
V. Adjusting Handle Bars
Raising and Lowering the Handle Bar
Loosen each knob in equal portions. The knobs should
only need to be turned once to free the handle bars.
Once the knobs are loosened slide the handle bars to
the desired height. Hand tighten both knobs equally.
Again, the knobs should only need to be tightened one
rotation.
WARNING: LiteGait® Handle Bars are designed to be used as
a balance aid while using the LiteGait. Excess loading of the
handle bars may damage handle bars. Avoid Having patients
lift their weigh using the handle bars.
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
Using Your LiteGait®
NOTE: Your LiteGait® may look different than images above
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Click on the character to change the orientation
relative to LiteGait ®.
PATIENT ORIENTATION
STARTING Optional BISYM Bluetooth (if so equipped)
Set Patient
Orientation
(SEE BELOW)
Record - Generate
goals, patient feed
back and reports
Monitor - Provides
live
feedback
of
LiteGait ® support.
Display
support
weight (lbs or kgs) or
% (See Below).
Time Duration
(See Below)
DISPLAY UNITS
TIME DURATION
3 Min
5 Min
10 Min
15 Min
Unlimited
To set the max duration of data
collection session, press the
icon.
Time
countdown
upon
initiation
of
the
monitor session. A lower value conserves
tablet battery and charge
Display the values of support provided by the LiteGait ® in the
selected weight units or a percentage of the patients body weight.
Toggle weight or percentage by pressing the blue circle icon on the
display.
Weight
Percent
Patient weight in lbs
or kgs.
Front
Back
Side*
Side*
*If your LiteGait ® includes the optional Integrated FreeDome yoke, the
BiSym also allows for measuring in the side stepping position. Side
stepping measurements are displayed as total weight only.
Using Your LiteGait®
Using Your LiteGait®
SET GOAL (WEIGHT / PERCENTAGE)
Enter goal value or
percent
If goal is to:
Limit
patient’s
weight
bearing, select “Bearing”
Limit support from,
LiteGait ®, select
“Support”
PATIENT FEEBACK
Right Support in RED;
Left Support in BLUE
Total T (Right + Left)
Support. Click Circle
to switch value to the
difference D (Right -
Left)
Elapsed session time
shown in seconds.
Press Stop to end
session.
Set Goal is listed in
bottom right corner.
Green bar indicates
set goal is being met.
Fuchsia bar indicates
set goal is not being
met.
Bar
increase
and
decreases
with
the
change of the support
from patient.
SET USER WEIGHT
Set user’s weight. Slide scale up or down to adjust scale. Weight defaults at
150lbs / 69kg.
If a weight goal is set, adjusting the patient weight will cause the percentage goal to adjust. If a percentage goal is set, adjusting
patient weight will cause weight goal to adjust.
kg
kg
kg
Using Your LiteGait®
BiSym TABLET HOLDER
1.
Disconnect
the
m i c r o
U S B
instrumentation cable
from the micro USB
port on the left of
the display.
2. Connect charging
micro USB cable to
micro USB port on
display.
CHARGING BISYM BATTERY / DISPLAY
3. Connect charging
cable
to
PC
or
charging or wall USB
charger.
NOTE:
BiSym display will require routine charging. Monitor the
display battery using the battery indicator in the top right
hand corner of the display. Connect charging cable as
needed.
4. Reconnect charging
m i c r o
U S B
instrumentation cable
to display.
Slide Holder
Insert tablet
1 . I f
a p p l i c a b l e ,
s e e
instructions to install tablet
holder to LiteGait.
2.Insert edge of tablet into
holder while sliding out
opposite edge of holder
3.Insert edge of tablet into
holder while sliding out
opposite edge of holder
Using Your LiteGait®
VII. Harness Application
The harness was designed to support a patient in an upright position, allowing for full hip extension. This upright
posture plays a critical role in the effectiveness of the gait therapy performed with partial weight bearing.
Harness Components
The front of the harness wrap refers to the point at which the two ends of the harness meet. The harness can be worn
with the closure either in the front or in the back. There are four buckles on the top and bottom of the harness wrap.
The four top buckles extend beyond the harness from the top seam and attach to the LiteGait® overhead straps. The
bottom four buckles attach to the groin piece and do not extend past the bottom seam of the harness.
Preparing Harness for Application
1. Pick the appropriate harness (based on patient’s girth) and groin piece (based on patient’s anterior-posterior
diameter) for the patient.
2. Adjust the groin strap buckles so there is symmetry in the straps-- equal strap length available on both ends of
the padded groin piece and equal from side to side.
3. Attach the groin piece to the back of the harness.
NOTE: The side of the groin piece with the H‐outline stitching (most
padded) will go against the patient’s body.
Front
Overhead Straps
Groin Pieces
Girth Adjustment
Estimating the Starting Size
Half the Girth Test
1. Estimate the harness girth before placing on the patient by folding the unbuckled
harness in half so that the ends meet.
2. Hold the folded harness in front of the patients torso to estimate the width from
one side of the body to the other.
3. Tighten or loosen the three rows of side straps on each side of the harness to
estimated girth.
Symmetry Test
1. With the unbuckled harness folded in half, check the alignment of the top buckles
(the ones that attach to the overhead straps of LiteGait). The buckles should line
up / be adjacent to each other . If not adjacent , make small adjustment to side
straps as needed to regain symmetry. Each side strap should be similarly lengthened
to achieve symmetry.
Using Your LiteGait®
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3
1
Harness Application - While Standing
1. Wrap harness around patient with lowest side straps even with GREATER
TROCHANTER.
2. Connect buckles top to bottom.
3. Adjust side straps* to the patient from bottom to top, alternate sides and
tighten evenly. Be sure to maintain harness position at Greater Trochanter.
* To Tighten, push slack of strap towards buckle, while pulling free end as shown.
Do not tighten top buckles over rib cage.
Quick Check
2 fingers should NOT fit between strap and body.
Bulges of tissue may be present between girth adjustment straps if
adjusted appropriately.
NOTE: A loose harness will ride up when overhead support is applied. This will
cause discomfort in the groin region. A snug harness with no slack will grab the
pelvic girdle and hold in place distributing weight evenly throughout harness
wrap.
Attaching Groin Pieces
1. Route the groin piece between legs to front.
2. Connect both buckles - one on each side.
3. Tighten the groin strap snugly so there is NO slack.
To tighten, grab the groin strap or strap cover and:
i.
Pull out toward adductor surface of leg.
ii. Pull up toward groin piece buckle.
iii. Use other hand to pull down on excess strap on free end, then repeat
on other leg.
iv. Tighten back straps in the same fashion to remove all slack.
Quick Check
Groin Piece should have NO Slack. Padding should be equal front
and back. Padding should cover most of the inner leg with little or
no exposed strap.
Pull on top buckles, if harness moves up torso, straps require
additional adjustment.
BACK
FRONT
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iii
i
iv
NOTE: A LOOSE GROIN PIECE DOES NOT IMPART GREATER COMFORT TO THE PATIENT, BUT ALLOWS THE
HARNESS TO SLIDE UP THE TRUNK, PUTTING UNWANTED LOAD/FORCE ON THE GROIN AREA. TIGHTEN
THE GROIN STRAP SO THAT NO SLACK REMAINS IN THE STRAPS. THIS ASSURES THAT THE HARNESS WILL
NOT RIDE UP ON THE PATIENT.
Using Your LiteGait®
CAUTION: SITTING WHILE IN THE LEG STRAPS WILL DISPLACE THE HIP AXIS OF
LOCATION AWAY FROM AND OUT OF THE LEG STRAPS; REPOSITIONING OF THE LEG
STRAPS WILL BE NECESSARY.
Leg Strap Application
1. Wrap Velcro thigh cuff portion below bulk of thigh and above knee so strap does
not interfere with knee function.
2. Strap should be perpendicular to ground and pointing up toward the hip on the
outside of leg.
3. Connect male buckles on leg straps into plastic groin piece female buckles.
4. Tighten all three straps keeping center strap perpendicular to the ground and on
the lateral surface of the leg. The bifurcation point on the strap (where the strap
splits into two) needs to be at the hip joint axis of rotation to maintain symmetry.
5. Straps must be tightened completely, using a two-handed technique and getting rid
of all slack, to properly anchor the harness in place and properly transfer the
support to the thighs.
Harness Application – In Supine
1. Roll patient away from you.
2. Attach groin piece and place harness on patient with half of the harness rolled and
under patient. (Figure 1)
3. Hold harness in place with lowest strap at greater trochanter
4. Roll patient into supine.
5. Pull harness around.
6. Straighten harness. Reach behind patient to feel back buckle position. Check for
symmetry. (Figure 2)
7. Connect front buckles
8. Tighten all 6 side straps with leg straight. (Figure 3)
9. Connect the groin piece to the front buckles and tighten as in previous section.
(Figure 4)
10. Roll patient away from you
11. Tighten back straps of groin piece, removing all slack. (Figure 5)
Quick Check
Harness should be equally spaced from side to side
Figure 2
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 1
Figure 3
Using Your LiteGait®
Connect the Harness to your LiteGait®
1. Lock all four casters to make the device stationary and adjust the yoke to the correct position, giving the patient
approximately 5 to 6 inches of head clearance.
2. Extend the overhead straps until they are long enough to reach the metal buckles on the harness. Attach the four
buckles that hang from the overhead straps to the appropriate buckles on the harness. Pull (shorten) the back
straps until there is no slack. Leave a few inches of slack in the front straps.
3. Once the patient is connected, unlock casters. With one hand on LiteGait, press up button on hand switch to lift
patient into a standing position. Roll LiteGait® forward slightly while lifting so patient ends up directly under the
yoke buckles. If desired, have patient hold handlebars during sit to stand. If necessary, adjust height of the
handlebars to suit the patient.
4. Re-adjust overhead straps to maximize postural support as necessary. To tighten (shorten) strap, gently lift up on
the connected section of the strap and pull down on the loose end of the strap simultaneously. To lengthen strap,
lift metal tab up and out and then pull down on strap. Repeat as necessary for all straps.
5. The unit can now be used for over ground therapy or to assist the patient in stepping up onto the treadmill.
If Lifting is not Necessary
With higher level patients who don’t need assistance to achieve standing, the harness may be connected to the
LiteGait® with the patient standing on the floor or over the treadmill.
1. Lock all four casters to make the device stationary and adjust the yoke to the correct position, giving the patient
approximately 5 to 6 inches of head clearance.
2. Extend the overhead straps until they are long enough to reach the metal buckles on the harness. Attach the four
buckles that hang from the overhead straps to the appropriate buckles on the harness. Adjust all straps to
maximize postural support as necessary.
3. If handlebars are desired, adjust height of the handlebars to suit the patient.
4. The unit can now be used for over ground therapy or to assist the patient in stepping up onto the treadmill if
necessary.
Stepping up onto Treadmill
1. Position LiteGait® unit at the end of the treadmill walking surface (if not already there) and lock both directional
casters.
2. Standing beside the patient, slowly roll the unit forward toward the front of the treadmill while simultaneously
pressing the up button on the hand switch.
3. While continuing to press the up button, assist the patient with stepping up onto the treadmill as needed.
4. Once the patient is standing on the treadmill, quickly re-tighten the overhead straps if necessary to increase the
support provided by the unit, or use the lift mechanism to increase the overall support. In some cases it may be
necessary to tighten all four overhead straps in order to decrease the distance between the patient’s head and the
overhead support (to achieve the ideal 5 to 6 inches of head clearance).
4. Roll the unit to the front of the treadmill and lock the caster brakes.
5. Double check to see that the unit is locked into place and that the patient is in the center of the treadmill walking
surface.
6. Adjust the handlebars to the appropriate height.
CONTINUED ON PG 24
Using Your LiteGait®
NOTE: THE CASTER BRAKES SHOULD BE LOCKED WHENEVER THE UNIT IS STATIONARY. RELEASE THE CASTER BRAKES
ONLY FOR MOVEMENT OF THE UNIT.
Over Ground
Over Treadmill
Over Ground Therapy
Follow “Connect the Harness to your LiteGait® and Lift Patient” steps as noted in previous section. LiteGait® can be used over
ground to perform gait training as well as to provide support for a variety of other activities such as balance training, therapeutic
exercise, postural support for ADL, etc. Please refer to your booklet “Protocols for Partial Weight Bearing Gait and Balance
Therapy” for more information, or email our clinical support department at [email protected].
Stepping up onto Treadmill (Continued)
7. To exit the unit, reverse the process. Keep directional casters locked until the LiteGait® is at the end of the treadmill.
It is helpful to ensure that the locking casters are nudged into an outward rolling position so they do not get caught
on the treadmill as they roll.
8. Keep in mind that some patients will need to sit directly into a chair at the end of their session even if they started
the session in standing.
Unit Care and Maintenance
LiteGait® Maintenance
Your LiteGait® has been specially designed to be durable and relatively maintenance free. The frame is constructed
from high strength steel, and has been painted with a special powder coat to resist rust and scratches.
Cleaning Harness
The iHarness wrap is made with cloth material that is impermeable and wipeable. The iHarness and the overhead
straps can be wiped with disinfection wash, per facility infection control procedures. Use of bleach is discouraged and
may effect the permeability of the harness material.
Laundering Harness
All harnesses and groin straps, including the iHarness, can be washed in hot water up to 80°C according to facility
infection control guidelines. Harnesses should be dried with low or no heat tumble dry. Use of bleach is discouraged
and may effect the permeability of the harness material.
Frequency
FOLLOW FACILITY INFECTION CONTROL GUIDELINES.
Cleaning Agent
FOLLOW FACILITY INFECTION CONTROL GUIDELINES.
Water Temperature
WASH IN UP TO 176°F (80°C)*
Drying Method
Harnesses should be dried with LOW or NO HEAT TUMBLE DRY.
Special Cleaning
WIPED WITH DISINFECTION WASH, PER FACILITY INFECTION CONTROL PROCE-
DURES
* Water temperatures between 104°F and 176°F may cause wrinkling of the iHarness material.
Harness Storage
The harness has been made of a durable fabric to retain its shape and effectiveness through many uses and washings.
However, it is imperative that the harness be stored properly to prevent damage to the buckles. When not in use,
store the harness in a place or area that will prevent the harness from being stepped on or rolled over. The crushing
downward force of a wheelchair or cart rolling over the harness would damage the buckles, making the harness
ineffective and unsafe for further use.
Cleaning Frame, Handle Bar Grips and Covers Table
Frequency
FOLLOW FACILITY INFECTION CONTROL GUIDELINES.
Cleaning Agent
FACILITY APPROVED CLEANING SOLUTION
Drying Method
WIPE DRY WITH CLEAN CLOTH
Special Cleaning
WD-40 CAN BE USED TO REMOVE DIRT OR OILY SPOTS.
Unit Care & Maintenance
To maintain the highest quality of function and safety, it is extremely important that you conduct regular maintenance
checks of your LiteGait® unit and all of its parts. Please refer to the following checklist for an inspection guideline. If
you should have any questions concerning the functional status of any of the LiteGait® parts, please contact the Service
& Parts Department immediately at [email protected]. It is recommended that you inspect the
LiteGait® unit and all of its parts every 6 months.
Check All Components
Check List
Recommended Replacement Schedule
Functionality
Cracks or Tears
Exposed or Frayed Wires
Loose/Rusted Bolts
Discoloration/Degradation
Battery
24-30 Months
Charger
*
Hand Switch
*
Harness Wrap
18-24 Months
Groin Pieces
18-24 Months
Overhead Straps
*
Casters
*
Knobs / Pins
*
Grips / Covers / Caps
*
Buckles
*
Base
*
Actuator
*
*Replace As Needed Based on Condition
Facility Name
City
State
First
Last
Title
Phone
Fax
Email
Model
Serial Number
Please Send Copy of Completed Form Every 6 Months to Mobility Research Service & Parts Department
Mail: Mobility Research — Service & Parts Department
P.O. Box 3141
Tempe, AZ 85280
Fax: 480-829-0737
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://litegait.com/techsupport.html
Maintenance Contact Information
Please rate the function of each item as follows:
1 = POOR 2 = FAIR 3 = GOOD 4 = EXCELLENT.
A rating of FAIR (2) or POOR (1) indicates that that part should be immediately replaced to maintain the safe and
effective use of the equipment.
Symptom: Actuator Does Not Raise or Lower
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Low Battery Charge / Battery need to be Re-
placed.
Charge the battery following the appropriate charging instructions until full charge.
If charging does not resolve issue contact Service & Parts Department for replace-
ment battery information.
3. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Loose Cable Connection
Disconnect cables from Control Box. Firmly reconnect cables ensuring a secured
connection
4. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Other Power System Issue
Contact Service & Parts Department for further troubleshooting.
Symptom: Battery Does Not Charge
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Device is Not Connected to Power Outlet
Connect charge cable to appropriate 110V outlet. (220V for International Custom-
ers when applicable).
2. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Charging Cord is Not Connected Properly
If the green LED indicates the charger is connected to a power outlet. Once the
charger is connected the green LED turns red. Once the battery is fully charged, the
LED turns back to green.
3. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Power Outlet is Faulty
Check Outlet with another electrical device to ensure proper function of outlet.
4. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Battery not been charged for an extended pe-
riod.
If battery is not charged for an extended period the voltage may be too low to
charge. Contact Service & Parts Department for replacement battery information.
5. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Battery has been in service for 30 months or
more.
Contact Service & Parts Department for replacement battery information
6. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Other Power System Issue
Contact Service & Parts Department for further troubleshooting instruction.
Symptom: Battery Does Not Hold Charge
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Low Battery Charge
Charge the battery following the appropriate charging instructions until full charge.
2. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Battery Needs to Be Replaced
Contract Service & Parts Department for replacement battery information.
Symptom: Device Does Not Roll Easily
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
One or both of the Total Locking Casters are
Locked.
The Total Locking Casters are labeled with a red BRAKE sticker. Unlock the Total
Locking Casters.
2. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
One or both Directional Locking Caster are mis-
aligned
The Directional Locking Casters are labeled with a green STEER sticker and engage
when the caster is aligned with the leg of the base. If the LiteGait® does not move
forward and backward when the directional locking casters are locked they are not
aligned properly. Contact Service & Parts Department for further repair instruction.
3. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
One or more of the casters are loose and are no
longer secured to the frame or are damaged
Contract Service & Parts Department for repair information and.
Symptom: Device Does Not Stay Stationary when Locked
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
One or more of the casters is not locked.
Make sure all four casters are locked to make the device stationary.
NOTE: If all casters are locked appropriately, contact Service & Parts Department for further information.
Troubleshooting - Casters
Symptom: Patient is complaining of groin or harness discomfort.
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
The harness wrap and/or the groin piece are
not tight enough.
The harness and groin piece should be securely tightened from the start.* The har-
ness wrap should be tight enough to grab on to the fatty tissue around the abdo-
men. The groin piece should then be tightened securely to keep the harness from
riding up on the patient and creating unwanted pressure in the groin area. A towel
or a piece of foam can be wrapped around the patient’s abdomen for added pad-
ding if needed.
Symptom: Harness is riding up on the patient causing pressure in the groin piece area
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Groin piece has slack, harness rides up making
groin straps the only source of support
The bottom two straps on the harness wrap must be tightened securely, the top
one only if it rests below the rib cage. Applying the harness and groin piece loosely
will cause them to slide upward.*
Symptom: Frontal overhead straps are causing discomfort in the chest area of female patients.
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
The distance between the overhead straps
places load on breasts.
Use an extender to increase the front panel size and distance between the over-
head straps possibly avoiding the chest tissue. Conversely, the harness wrap placed
on the patient with opening in the back results in overhead straps getting closer to
each other in the front.
Symptom: The overhead straps slip off of patients shoulders
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
The overhead straps are too far apart.
Place the harness wrap with the opening in the back. This will bring the overhead
straps closer to each other.
Symptom: The patient cannot stand to properly position and tighten the harness and groin piece.
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Patient is too weak or unsafe to stand
Apply the harness in supine position. Avoid harness application in sitting as it rein-
forces flexed hip position.
Symptom: BiSym Display Is Not Powering On
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Battery is Not Connected to BiSym Display
Connect Battery cable to BiSym Display
2. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Low Battery Charge
The Digital BiSym is powered by a separate battery located near the top of the
LiteGait®. Charge the BiSym Battery following the Digital BiSym charging proce-
dure.
3. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Battery Needs to be Replaced
Contact Service & Parts Department for replacement battery information.
Symptom: BiSym Display is Not Reading Weight
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Load Cell Cables are Not Connected
On the left side of the scale there should be three cables, two that look like phone
jack connectors and one that connects to the top of the LiteGait®. Confirm that the
cables are securely attached to the BiSym display.
NOTE: If load cells are connected properly and the BiSym continues not to read weight, contact Service & Parts Department for further
information.
Symptom: BiSym Display is Not Reading Zero When No Weight is on LiteGait.
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Harness is Moving Slightly
Any movement in the harness may cause some noise in the BiSym Scale reading. A
reading near zero is a normal occurrence.
2. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
BiSym scale requires Zero Calibration
Refer to Zero Calibration Instructions from BiSym section of manual.
Symptom: BiSym Does Not Automatically Power Down.
1. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Auto Shut OFF is set too long or set to ZERO
Refer to the Change Settings from BiSym section of manual.
2. Possible Cause:
Resolution:
Issue with BiSym
Contact Service & Parts Department for further troubleshooting instruction.
Troubleshooting - Digital BiSym (Optional)
Parts List – Harness and Accessories
Diaper iHarness
(LG75W/LG10W/LG100MX)
Harness Wrap w/Overhead straps and covers
PHD
1
Diaper iHarness Wrap
A rigid, washable cloth wrap used with attachments that provide
postural support to the patient
PHD-A
1
Pediatric iHarness
(LG75W/LG10W/LG100MX)
Harness Wrap w/Overhead straps, covers and groin pieces
HPIN
1
Pediatric iHarness Wrap
A rigid, washable cloth wrap used with attachments that provide
postural support to the patient
HPIN-A68
1
6” Groin Piece for HP
6” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HPIN-GP6
1
8” Groin Piece for HP
8” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HP-GP8
1
Overhead Strap for HP
Straps with one male and one female connection. The male end con-
nects into the plastic buckles on the yoke. The female end connects
into the plastic buckles on the harness
HP-B
4
Diaper iHarness
(LG150/LG200/LG200MX)
Harness Wrap w/Overhead straps and covers
HDJ
1
Diaper Harness Wrap
A rigid, washable cloth wrap used with attachments that provide
postural support to the patient
HDJ-A
1
Junior iHarness
(LG150/LG200/LG200MX)
Harness Wrap w/Overhead straps, covers and groin pieces
HJIN
1
Junior iHarness Wrap
A rigid, washable cloth wrap used with attachments that provide
postural support to the patient
HJIN-A68
1
6” Groin Piece for HJ
9” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HJIN-GP6
1
8” Groin Piece for iJ
10.5” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HJIN-GP8
1
Small Adult iHarness
(LG150/LG200/LG200MX)
Harness Wrap w/Overhead straps, covers and groin pieces
HSIN
1
Small Adult iHarness Wrap
A rigid, washable cloth wrap used with attachments that provide
postural support to the patient
HSIN-A910
1
9” Groin Piece for HS
9” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HSIN-GP9
1
10.5” Groin Piece for HS
10.5” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HSIN-GP10
1
13” Groin Piece for HA (OPTIONAL)
13” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HA / HS Leg Straps
(OPTIONAL)
Adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is positioned
around the legs for small adult / Adult Harness
HSCS
2
Standard Adult iHarness
Harness Wrap w/Overhead straps, covers and groin pieces
HAIN
1
Standard Adult iHarness Wrap
A rigid, washable cloth wrap used with attachments that provide
postural support to the patient
HAIN-A1013
1
10.5” Groin Piece for HA
10.5” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HAIN-GP10
1
13” Groin Piece for HA
13” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HAIN-GP13
1
9” Groin Piece for HA (OPTIONAL)
9” Padded, adjustable piece which connects to the harness and is
positioned between the legs.
HA-F
1
Parts List – Power System (LG100MX)
POWER SYSTEM
The electrical system that controls the positioning of the actuator.
PS10X
1
Actuator Cord
Lifting Mechanism on LiteGait MX
PS10X-A
1
Battery
24V battery pack.
PSMX4H13-B
1
Control Box
The electric junction box.
PS10X-C
1
Charger Cord
The AC adapter cord that plugs into a wall outlet and the control box.
PS10X-D
1
Hand Switch
The switch connects to the control box. The buttons allow for the
adjustment of the height of the device.
PS10X-E
1
Parts List – Power System (LG100MX)
Battery Box
Rectangular metal plate that covers battery
PS10X-G
1
Parts List – Power System (LG200MX)
POWER SYSTEM
The electrical system that controls the positioning of the actuator.
PS20X
1
Actuator
Lifting Mechanism on LiteGait MX
PS20X-A
1
Battery
24V battery pack.
PSMX4H23-B
1
Control Box
The electric junction box.
PS20X-C
1
Charger Cord
The AC adapter cord that plugs into a wall outlet and the control box.
PS20X-D
1
Hand Switch
The switch connects to the control box. The buttons allow for the adjust-
ment of the height of the device.
PS20X-E
1
Battery Box
Rectangular metal plate that covers battery
PS20X-G
1
Parts List – Base
BASE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
25” inner frame for LG75/LG100W/LG100MX
B10R25
1
27” inner frame for LG75/LG100W/LG100MX
B10R27
1
27” inner frame for LG150/LG200/LG200MX
B20R27
1
30” inner frame for LG150/LG200/LG200MX
B20R30
1
34” inner frame for
B20R34
1
Base Cap
The 1.5 x 1.5 inch, black covers for the legs of the base.
B10R25-B
1
The 2 x 2 inch, black covers for the legs of the base.
B20R30-B
4
Total Locking Casters
3” Wheel with hardware that locks into one direction via a black tab.
B10R25-D
2
5” Wheel with hardware that locks via a tab labeled with a red BRAKE
sticker.
B20R30-C
2
Directional Locking Caster
3” Wheel with hardware that locks into one direction via a green tab.
B10R25- D
2
5” Wheel with hardware that locks into one direction via a tab labeled with
a green STEER sticker.
B20R30-D
2
Parts List- Handle Bars (LG75/LG100W/LG100MX)
HANDLEBARS ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
Complete handlebars include handlebar arms and metal frame.
HB10F
1
Handlebars Base Box
Part of the handlebars that encompasses the circumference of the actua-
tor/post.
HB10F-A
1
Handlebar Plate
Flat plate that sits between the posterior knobs to fasten and the handle-
bars base box.
HB10F-B
1
Knobs
Posterior knobs used to fasten plate to handlebars base box. These are
round and allow the handlebars to be securely locked into the correct
position on the actuator/post.
HB10F-C
2
Patient Grip Covers
Black 5” covers for the handles of the handlebars base box.
HB10F-E
2
Parts List- Handle Bars (LG150/LG200/LG200MX)
HANDLEBARS ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
Complete handlebars include handlebar arms and metal frame.
HB20F
1
Handlebars Base Box
Part of the handlebars that encompasses the circumference of the actua-
tor/post.
HB20F-A
1
Handlebar Plate
Flat plate that sits between the posterior knobs to fasten and the handle-
bars base box.
HB20F-B
1
Knobs
Posterior knobs used to fasten plate to handlebars base box. These are
round and allow the handlebars to be securely locked into the correct
position on the actuator/post.
HB20F-C
2
Patient Grip Covers
Black 5” covers for the handles of the handlebars base box.
HB20F-E
2
Parts List – Yoke
YOKE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
The complete top Y-shaped portion of the unit with buckles at-
tached. Unit Includes, FlexAble.
Y10W
1
The complete top Y-shaped portion of the unit with buckles at-
tached. Unit Includes PS10X
Y10X
1
The complete top Y-shaped portion of the unit with buckles at-
tached. Unit Includes FlexAble.
Y20J
1
The complete top Y-shaped portion of the unit with buckles at-
tached. Unit Includes PS20X
Y20X
1
Socks
Neoprene socks for yoke arms of LG75/LG100W/LG100MX
Y10X-B
2
Neoprene socks for yoke arms of LG150/LG200/LG200MX
Y20X-B
2
Cartridge
Sits between the Yoke and the post attachment and is cylinder
shaped. Blank or Flexable
Contact
Mobility Re-
serach
1
Parts List – Post
POST
Post Complete for LG75/LG100W/LG100MX
P10W
1
Post Complete for LG150/LG200/LG200MX
P20J
1
POST CAP
Post Cap for LG75/LG100W/LG100MX
P10W-B
4
Post Cap for LG150/LG200/LG200MX
P20J-B
4
SCREWS
Post Screws for LG75/LG100W/LG100MX
P10W-C
4
Post Screws for LG150/LG200/LG200MX
P20J-C
4
Parts List – Digital BiSym
Digital BiSym Scale
A digital read out scale that displays the amount of load reduction
on the lower extremities.
PBSD
1
Digital BiSym Battery
12V Battery for Digital BiSym
PBSD-B
1
Digital BiSym Charger
12V DC adapter cord that plugs into a wall outlet and connects to
Digital BiSym Battery.
PBSDB-C
1
Service & Parts Department
[email protected]
Clinical Support
[email protected]
Education Department
[email protected]
Sales Department
[email protected]
Mobility Research
P.O. Box 3141
Tempe, AZ 85280
United States
(2016)
LiteGait® is a Registered Trademark of Mobility Research, Inc.
PO Box 3141, Tempe AZ, USA 85280.