Hoggan Scientific Microfet 2 User Manual
USER GUIDE
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Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of the new
microFET2™ with wireless technology, Hoggan Scientific,
LLC highly renowned handheld digital muscle tester. The
microFET2™ is the cornerstone of Hoggan's highly
functional and innovative medical products group, and is
the most widely recognized muscle tester on the market
today. The new microFET2™ wireless allows muscle
testing to be done FREE of cords in conjunction with
microFET clinical patient software. This provides freedom
and ease of use performing muscle tests.
Hoggan has been creating innovative solutions for
accurate, objective measurement since 1984, with the
introduction of the original FET muscle tester. Over the
past 20 + years, our product line has expanded to
include inclinometers, grip and pinch gauges, and
innovative ergonomic measurement instruments.
During that time, Hoggan's products have developed
reputation for innovation, excellent quality, ease of use,
and long lasting accuracy and reliability. Our highly
satisfied customers include hospitals, universities, clinics
and research institutions worldwide. The microFET
products have been used by organizations as diverse as
NASA, the Shands Institute, the US Olympics and
professional sports teams.
At Hoggan, we are constantly improving our products to
better meet your needs. Besides the addition of the new
wireless technology incorporated into the microFET line
of products, we've added some important new features
to the microFET2™. You can now measure forces up to
300 lbs and select the unit of measure to read out in lbs,
Newtons, or kgf.
We understand the value of customer feedback. Our
customers provide us with many of our best product
improvement ideas, as well as interesting new
measurement applications. As you have comments
and suggestions, we'd love to hear from you. Please
e-mail us at contact@hogganhealth.net.
In the meantime, we hope you enjoy using your
microFET2™ with new wireless technology
immediately, and for many years to come. For more
information on all of our innovative medical,
ergonomic and fitness products, please visit us at
www.hogganhealth.net.
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microFET2™ Wireless Overview
The microFET2™ is an accurate, portable Force Evaluation
and Testing (FET) dynamometer, designed specifically for
taking objective, reliable, and quantifiable muscle testing
measurements. The microFET2™ can be used as a stand
alone device, or used with available software. The
updated microFET2™ Wireless with radio frequency
technology provides convenience for both you and your
patients. The wireless microFET2™, when used with
Hoggan Scientific microFET clinical software, alleviates the
inconvenience of being wired to the computer and
provides easier interaction with patients. A wireless
instrument allows greater freedom in the exam room or
testing area, and eliminates dictating the location of the
computer and length of instrument cable so you can
move freely during testing.
This unique, handheld device is battery operated, weighs
less than 1 pound, and is ergonomically designed to fit
comfortably in the palm of your hand. microFET2™
sophisticated digital technology was designed to achieve
its high degree of accuracy and reliability.
Information from the gauge is displayed in two LCD
windows, Peak Force, and Duration/Sec. During the test,
the Peak Force LCD shows the force being applied against
the transducer pad, and at the conclusion of the test, the
LCD displays the maximum force reached. Duration/Secs
shows the elapsed time of the test from the time the
testing threshold was crossed until the test was
concluded.
The microFET2™ was designed to be a standalone gauge
for capturing individual force measurements for any
muscle test. However, the gauge can also be attached to
Hoggan Scientifics optional muscle testing software to
increase your evaluation and documentation capability.
We hope you enjoy your microFET2™ experience.
Hoggan Scientific, LLC
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Table of Contents
Page
What is Included 4
Contraindications 4
Warnings and Notifications 4
Directions for Use 5
Operating Features 5
General Use 5
Data Retrieval Mode 5
Wireless RF Operation 6
Threshold Setting 6
Force Measurement Setting 6
Battery Check 6
Muscle Testing 7
Low Battery / Charging Battery 7
Charging Battery 8
Storage and Transporting 8
Service / Maintenance / Cleaning 8
Calibration 8
Warranty 8
Customer Service and Repair 9
Ordering Replacement Parts 9
Specifications 9
Device Classifications 10
Graphic Symbols and Definitions 10
Manufacturer Information 10
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microFET2™ System
CAUTION: Federal (USA) law restricts the sale of this device by
or on the order of a physician.
USER QUALIFICATION
The microFET2™ must be used by a physician or by medical
personnel under the supervision of a physician. The user must
have received sufficient training in clinical procedures.
DESCRIPTION
The microFET2™ is a wireless-capable dynamometer that
measures the peak force applied to the transducer pad and its
duration during any muscle test.
INDICATIONS
microFET2™ is a dynamometer device for performing muscle
tests to quantitatively measure muscle weakness caused by
injury, as well as measure general muscle strength. The device
is used to record and convey an individual's ability to resist
force for a specific muscle or muscle group being tested.
HOW SUPPLIED
The microFET2™ is a reusable and provided non-sterile to the
end-user. The device is packaged in a carrying case (See figure
1) to protect the device during transport. The microFET2™ is
supplied with:
• microFET2™ wireless digital dynamometer (5021)
• Flat/Round Transducer pad (0001)
• Curved Transducer pad (00035)
• Digit Transducer pad (00003)
• Muscle Testing Positions wall chart
• Upper Body test recording tablet
• Lower Body test recording tablet
• User Guide
• Product/Warranty card
• Calibration certificate
• Carrying Case
• Rechargeable LI-ion Battery
• Wall Pack Power Supply Charger
• Optional – Bluetooth / FET Stick (Included with
software when software ordered)
CONTRAINDICATIONS
The microFET2™ is contraindicated under the following:
- On or near open wounds
- Patients having severe osteoporosis
- On or near burned tissue
- On or near the eye
- On or near fractures
- Not to be used for any purpose other than indicated
Figure 1: The microFET2™ device in supplied carrying case
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:
- The microFET2™ device should only be used by
trained professionals.
-
The microFET2™ device and accessories are provided
non-sterile and are not compatible with autoclave or
other sterilization techniques. Do not autoclave.
- Use only a factory supplied wall pack power supply,
charger. Use of another charger may result in
electrical shock or equipment damage.
- microFET2™ devices are not intended for use while
attached to wall pack power supply, charger. Never
attempt to operate the instrument while it is
connected to the charger as electrical shock or
damage to the instrument may occur.
- The microFET2™ device is not protected against
ingress of liquids. Keep device dry. Do not immerse
the microFET2™ device or accessories in water.
- When in use device should be used on top of clothing.
- Discontinue use of any product if skin irritation
develops.
- The microFET2™ is a precision medical device. Device
should be treated with care. Do not drop, bang or hit
or cause other impact to the device.
- Not recommended for use in extreme temperatures.
- Applied part is microFET2™ device with a transducer
pad attached.
- Do not dispose of microFET2™ device in fire.
microFET2™ device contains lithium ion battery.
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