MTD 4000 Mettler Traction Decompression Instruction Manual THIS MANUAL APPLIES TO SOFTWARE VERSION 2.0 OR GREATER Distributed by: ® 1333 South Claudina Street Anaheim, CA 92805, U. S. A. Toll free: (800) 854–9305 • Telephone: (714) 533–2221 • FAX: (714) 635–7539 Web Site: http://www.mettlerelectronics.com • Email: mail@mettlerelectronics.com IR9–61 Copyright © 2010, 2014 by Mettler Electronics Corp.—Anaheim, CA Rev.
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MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Table of Contents Section Title 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Introduction Introduction to the MTD 4000 Introduction to This Manual Safety Precautions Caution Shipping Damage Package Contents Limited Warranty 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 2.1 2.2 Symbol Glossary and List of Abbreviations Symbol Glossary List of Abbreviations 9 9 9 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 Illustrations No. Title 1.1 The MTD 4000 4.1 Front View of the MTD 4000 17 4.2 Bottom View of the MTD 4000 17 4.3 Side View of the MTD 4000 18 4.4 Rear View of the MTD 4000 18 4.5 Control Panel 19 5.1 Bottom View of the MTD 4000 Showing Placement of Mounting Holes 21 5.2 Rear View of the MTD 4000 Showing Connectors and Switches 22 5.3 F-0 Controls and Displays 24 6.1 Continuous Mode Display 25 6.2 Intermittent Mode Display 26 6.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 1: 1.1 Introduction Introduction to the MTD 4000 Thank you for purchasing the MTD 4000 (Mettler Traction Decompression) system from Mettler Electronics Corp. The microprocessor controlled MTD 4000 provides cervical or lumbar traction by exerting therapeutic pulling forces on the patient's body with enhanced reliability and ease of use.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 1.3 Safety Precautions The MTD 4000 operates with high voltages. Servicing of the MTD 4000 should be performed by qualified biomedical technicians with training in traction service or it should be returned directly to the factory. To maximize safety during use, the unit should be plugged into a grounded wall outlet of proper voltage.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to the buyer. This warranty gives the buyer specific legal rights, and the buyer may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 2—Symbol Glossary and List of Abbreviations 2.1 Symbol Glossary I Power On. O Power Off. Time symbol Minutes Seconds Adjust time and force settings Continuous mode symbol Intermittent mode symbol Start symbol Stop symbol Attention, consult Accompanying Documents Refer to the instructions Type BF Equipment—Class I 2.2 A Kg Lb LED Min RH Sec Ser No.
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MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 3 — Indications, Safety Concerns, Contraindications and Precautions 3.1 Indications The MTD 4000 traction device provides traction and mobilization of skeletal structures and skeletal muscles.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 Do not store in direct sunlight. Warning: The MTD 4000 may be susceptible to interference originating from shortwave diathermy units operating in close proximity to it. Avoid operating the MTD 4000 adjacent to and simultaneously with operating shortwave devices. Please use device in a dry environment. Water, steam, and other liquids will have significant deleterious effects on the electronic components.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The MTD 4000 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the MTD 4000 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The MTD 4000 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the MTD 4000 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity test Conducted RF IEC 61000-4-6 Radiated RF IEC 61000-4-3 IEC 60601 test level 3 Vrms 150 kHz to 80 GHz 3 V/m 80 MHz to 2.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the MTD 4000 The MTD 4000 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 3.4 Contraindications Do not use traction on patients with structural disease due to tumors or infection (e.g., osteomyelitis, spinal caries, and ankylosingspondylitis). Do not use on patients with joint instability, hypermobility or spinal fracture. Do not use on patients who have rods or screws in the spine (fusion with internal fixation). Do not use traction on patients with osteoporosis.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 4— Controls and Functions 4.1 Front View Figure 4.1—Front view of the MTD 4000 4.2 Bottom View Figure 4.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 4.3 Side View Figure 4.3—Side view of the MTD 4000 4.4 Rear View Figure 4.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 4.5 Control Panel 3 12 4 11 9 5 6 1 7 2 10 8 13 Figure 4.5—Control Panel Number 1 2 Control Description Press this button to switch between Continuous Mode and Intermittent Mode. ( stands for Continuous Mode; stands for Intermittent Mode.) When using Continuous Mode, some non-applicable settings such as HOLD and REST times, will not be illuminated. Press this button to set traction speed. There are three speeds – FAST, NORMAL, and SLOW.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 8 Press this button to start traction. Press again the output force will be released. 9 Control knob — To increase or decrease the value of a setting. (Clockwise→ Increase; Anti-clockwise→ Decrease.) 20 10 The column shows the actual output value during the treatment. 11 When the device starts to increase the pulling strength, the PULL indicator lights. 12 When the device starts to decrease the pulling strength, the RELEASE indicator lights.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 5—Installation 5.1 Installation Instructions 1. Attach the MTD 4000 to the table using the accompanying hardware supplied with the unit. (See Figure 5.1) Please note, lower right hand mounting hole requires short mounting screw. An example with step by step instructions is shown below: Figure 5.1— Bottom View of the MTD 4000 Showing Placement of Mounting Holes 2. Center MTD 4000 on table platform. 3.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 6. Push platform to opposite side. 7. Position and tighten bolts. 8. Connect the line cord to the back of the MTD 4000. (See Figure 5.2) 9. Plug the line cord into a grounded wall outlet that is rated at AC 110V~120V, 50/60Hz (other voltages available). Your mains power supply must match the voltage requirements listed on the serial number label of your device. 10. Do not connect the MTD 4000 to a power supply rated differently than that described above.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 13. Pictured below are the accessories that come with the MTD 4000. MTD 4000 One Power Cord (40003) New Style Patient Safety Switch (40005) Four Mounting Screws and Four Split Washers 14. The accessories shown below are only for reference. Your distributor may supply other accessories for use with this device. Lumbar traction showing traction belt Lumbar traction showing traction belt and positioning accessories.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 5.2 Installation Notes 1. Only pull the traction rope in the correct direction as shown below. 5.3 Changing the Factory Settings 1. Turn the MTD 4000 off. 2. Hold the “Set” button down while you turn on the power at the rear of the unit. 3. Continue to press and hold down the set button at least 3 seconds. The system will enter “Factory Setting Mode” and display “F–0” in the “Actual” display window as shown in Figure 5.3. 5.3.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 6—Operating Instructions 6.1 General Operating Instructions Before you start: a) b) c) d) e) f) Review precautions and contraindications in Section 3. Verify connection of the line cord to a grounded wall receptacle and the MTD 4000. Make sure the patient safety switch is attached and handed to the patient. Note: MTD 4000 will display E-4 if patient safety switch is not attached. Note: Descriptions of the symbols used on controls are in Section 2.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 6. Press the stop button to stop treatment and release the traction force. The system will revert to Normal Setting status. NOTE: The patient can press the “Patient Safety Button” to stop treatment and release the traction force if any discomfort is experienced during the treatment. The alarm buzzer will sound and the display will show an error code “E-4”. To revert to a safe status “E-4” can be removed by pressing the stop button. 6.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 7. Press the start button. All parameter settings are confirmed and the treatment starts. 8. Press the stop button to stop treatment and release the traction force. The system will revert to Normal Setting status. 9. NOTE: The patient can press the “Patient Safety Button” to stop treatment and release the traction force if any discomfort is experienced during the treatment. The alarm buzzer will sound and the display will show an error code “E-4”.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 6.6 Saving a Treatment Setup Figure 6.3—Saving a Treatment Setup 1. Set the desired treatment parameters using either section 6.2 for the continuous mode or section 6.3 for the intermittent mode. 2. Press and hold the stop button for 3 seconds. The “Actual” display window will show “SE0”. You have entered the memory function mode. 3. Press the set button to save the treatment setup to “SE0” memory and to exit the save function. 4.
MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 7—Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7.1 Cleaning the MTD 4000 1. The MTD 4000 can be wiped off with a damp cloth. The power cord should be disconnected from the unit before this is done. In the case of stubborn dirt a gentle household cleaner can be sprayed on the cloth and then wiped on the unit. If this method is used, remove any cleaner residue with a damp cloth. Do not spray cleaner onto the unit. 2.
Mettler Electronics Corp. — Rev.M_11/19/14 calibration. E-7 Force sensor error The force sensor is broken, or the rope is disconnected from the force sensor. Contact your local distributor for repair E-8 Sudden or abnormal pull strength The output force exceeds the safety force level. Press the STOP button to remove the error. If the error cannot be removed, please contact Mettler Electronics for repair.
button out of function. 4 No display or abnormal display. force is releasing. MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 completed. Membrane or potentiometer is damaged. Contact Mettler Electronics for repair service. The main control board is damaged or has a bad connection. Contact Mettler Electronics for repair service. The main control board is damaged or has a bad connection. Contact Mettler Electronics for repair service. Display is damaged.
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MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 8—References * Cameron, MH. Physical Agents in Rehabilitation: From Research to Practice, Saunders, Philadelphia, PA, 2003. * Knight KL and Draper DO. Therapeutic Modalities: The Art and Science, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Baltimore, MD, 2008. * Michlovitz SL and Nolan TP. Modalities for Therapeutic Intervention, F.A. Davis Co., Philadelphia, PA, 2005. * Excellent overviews of therapeutic traction.
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MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 9—Specifications Power Supply AC 110V~120V, 50/60Hz AC 220V~240V, 50/60Hz Power Consumption 100 W (Max.) Fuse 2.0 A/ 250 V× 2 Slow Blow 1.0 A/ 250 V× 2 Slow Blow Maximum Output Force 198 lb / 90 Kg Output Force Tolerances 4 – 44 lb ± 2 lb 45 – 110 lb ± 3 lb 111 – 198 lb ± 4 lb Traction Speed Fast — ~5-6 Seconds to reach 90 kg. (<10 seconds) Normal — ~12-15 Seconds to reach 90 kg.(<20 seconds) Slow — ~22-25 Seconds to reach 90 kg.
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MTD 4000 Instruction Manual — Rev.M_11/19/14 Section 10—Accessories 10.1 Ordering Information: Therapy products and accessories are available from Mettler Electronics authorized Distributors. For information regarding either Mettler products or a distributor near you, please call toll free, (800) 854–9305 or phone (714) 533–2221 in areas outside the continental United States. Ask for Customer Service. Mettler Electronics is open from 7 AM until 5 PM Pacific Time for your convenience.
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