Instruction Manual - Days Healthcare

Instruction Manual
Battery Operated Bath Lifter
HMV-Nr.: 04.04.01.XXXX
Before using your
, please read this instruction manual carefully
and take special note of the safety instructions
2006 * © DENTLER Rehatechnik ♦ Steinbeissstraße 15 ♦ 88353 Kisslegg
Version 1 / March 2006
info@dentler-rehatechnik.de ♦ www.dentler-rehatechnik.de
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Introduction
Congratulations - you are now the owner of a high-quality product which will
help you to enjoy your daily bath and will also ensure your complete safety.
Our qualified experts for medical product safety continually check that our
manufacturing process conforms to all applicable norms and regulations.
Your specialist dealer will give you detailed instructions on how to operate your
.
Before using your
for the first time, please read this instruction
manual carefully, taking special attention to the safety precautions in Chapter
2. If you have any questions, please contact your dealer or the manufacturer at
the following telephone number:
0049 – 7563 -113 20 (Germany)
Your
comes complete with a 3 year product guaranty with the exception
of the following:
• the Seat and Backrest Covers
• the Battery
• the Suction Cups
We wish you much pleasure bathing with your !
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Table of Contents
Introduction 2
1. Bath Lift Components and Transportation 4
1.1. Seat Unit (Pre-assembled) 4
1.2. Backrest (pre-assembled) 4
1.3. Battery Charger (see Page 9, Diagram2) 5
1.4. Battery (see Page 9, Diagram2) 5
1.5. Instruction Manual 5
1.6. Transportation 5
2. Safety Precautions 5
2.1. Bath Lifter (see Diagram 1, Page 4) 5
2.2. Battery and Battery Charger (see diagram 2, Page 9) 6
2.3. Electronic Control Unit (see diagram 3, Page 11) 7
3. Preparing the for use 8
3.1. Unpacking 8
3.2. Charging the battery 9
3.3. Setting up (see Diagram 1) 9
3.4. Electronic Control Unit 11
3.5. Dismantling of the 11
4. Bathing with the 12
5. Cleaning/ Care/ Maintenance 13
5.1. Seat unit and backrest. 13
5.2. Battery and Battery Charger 14
5.3. Maintenance 14
6. Troubleshooting 15
7. Technical Specifications : 16
8. Hygiene and Disinfection plan for refurbishing the 16
9. Disposal 18
10. Warranty 19
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1. Bath Lift Components and Transportation
1 Backrest
2 Seat unit
3 Slot for Main Control Unit
4 Slot for Battery
5 Side flaps
6 Hand Control Unit
7 Actuator
8 Lifting Scissors
9 Suction Cups
10 Baseplate
11 Locking Lever
Diagram 1
1.1. Seat Unit (pre-assembled)
The seat unit includes the following parts:
• Baseplate (10) and Suction Cups (9)
• Lifting Scissors (8)
• Seat with pivotal side flaps (5)
• Seat Cover (Optional)
1.2. Backrest (pre-assembled)
The backrest includes the following parts:
• Backrest with built-in actuator
• Main electronic control unit connected to the hand control unit with a cable
• Backrest cover (Optional)
The seat unit and backrest are mounted together when they leave the factory.
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1.3. Battery Charger (see Page 9, Diagram2)
1.4. Battery (see Page 9, Diagram2)
1.5. Instruction Manual
1.6. Transportation
If you need to ship the
please ensure the following:
• The seat unit must be attached to the Backrest.
• Do not remove the suction cups.
• Remove the battery from the backrest and package it separately.
2. Safety Precautions
CE-Marking: The
conforms to the EMV guideline for Medical
Products 93/42/EWG as well as Norm DIN EN 60601-1-2 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility).
2.1. Bath Lifter (see Diagram 1, Page 4)
• The intended use of the Bath Lifter is specifically limited to assist only one
person while bathing in a bathtub.
• The Bath Lift may not be used for any other purpose whether in our out of
the bathtub.
• The Bath Lift can be used at home or by professional carers.
• Handicapped or people with an illness or medical condition must have
someone to assist them while bathing or within calling distance.
• The maximum lifting capacity of the is 145 kg.
Always follow the advice of your doctor.
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• If the distance between the bottom of the bathtub and the rim is more than
42cm, you will need to procure height adaptors from your supplier. These
are available in the following sizes: 2cm, 4cm and 6 cm.
• Prior to bathing, perform a test run of the bath lift to ensure that the lifter
operates properly. Completely descend and elevate the lift, verifying that
the Emergency Stop button functions properly. Ensure that the battery is
fully charged.
• Do not place your hands between the base plate and the seat near the
lifting scissors. There is a danger of your hands/fingers getting caught in
the scissors.
• Never clean the backrest with high-pressure cleaners (steam jets, etc.).
• If you add bath oil, bath salts, or grease solvents to your bath water, please
use only the recommended amount. A too high concentration can affect the
sliding mechanism of the lift and can leave deposits that are difficult to
clean. Bath salts and bath foam that quickly dissolve can be used without a
problem.
• Please store the lift in a dry room with temperatures between 0°C and 40°C
and 30% - 75% humidity.
2.2. Battery and Battery Charger (see diagram 2, Page 9)
• Only use the original battery delivered with the . Do not use the
battery for any other purposes other than in the bath lifter.
• Do not throw the battery into a fire and do not store near fire.
• The battery contacts should not be short circuited. The battery casing is
designed to prevent accidental short circuiting. Place the battery on a dry
non-conductive surface when it is not in the backrest.
• The battery should never be opened for any reason. Opening the battery
case voids the guaranty. If the battery is damaged and diluted sulphuric
acid comes into contact with the skin or clothing, immediately wash with
running water.
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• If diluted sulphuric acid comes into contact with the eyes, immediately
clean your eyes with a large amount of running water and contact your
doctor.
• Damaged or used batteries must be disposed of according to the local
regulations applying to battery disposal.
• Only recharge the batteries in dry rooms, not in the bathroom.
• Use the battery charger only to charge the battery delivered with the lift.
• The battery charger should only be connected to the mains after the plug is
inserted in the battery.
Keep out of the reach of children.
2.3. Electronic Control Unit (see diagram 3, Page 11)
• The electronic control unit is comprised of the hand control which is connected
via a cable to the main control unit.
• The main control unit, which is found in the top of the backrest, should only
be removed from the backrest in the event of malfunction or professional
cleaning.
• To remove the main control unit, first remove the battery and then the main
control unit. Please insert the main control unit in the backrest before inserting
the battery.
• The hand control unit contains the following controls:
• A green button on the right side which elevates the lift
• A green button on the left side which descends the lift
• A red button in the middle for emergency stop.
• Please ensure that the hand control unit is always within easy reach, in the
event that you need to use the emergency stop. The lift can only move
when you push one of the green buttons.
• When the green button is released, the lift stops immediately.
• The electronic control measures the amount of battery charge to ensure
that there is adequate capacity to lower you and raise you out of the bath-
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tub. In the event that the battery's capacity is not adequate, the lift will not
descend and the red light in the hand control unit will light.
• If you activate the emergency stop, the lifter will only move in
the opposite direction from which the lifter was moving at the
time of activation of the emergency stop button. Take your finger
off of the emergency stop button and push the green button
to continue normal lifting operations.
• There is no danger if the hand control unit comes in contact
with water. The unit is waterproof and will float in the water.
• In the middle of the three buttons is a RED light. This light goes on when
the battery needs to be recharged.
Children should not play with the electronic control unit.
• Should you have any problems with your bath lift, please contact your
nearest authorized service center.
DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE BATH LIFT.
3. Preparing the for use
3.1. Unpacking
• Open the carton on the top side.
• Remove the battery and battery charger. These can be found under the
cardboard flap on the end of the carton
• Lift the out of the box by placing one hand on the lower end of
the backrest and the other hand on the base plate.
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3.2. Charging the battery
Diagram 2
• The battery provides the with the necessary energy. Please
treat the battery with care to ensure an extra long battery life.
• The battery is a rechargeable battery. Please use only the battery charger
that was delivered with the lift.
• The manufacturer recommends that the battery be fully charged after each
bath. If the bath lifter is not used for longer periods of time, please recharge
the battery periodically.
• Clean the battery with a dry or slightly moist towel.
• Place the jack of the battery charger into the plug on the bottom of the battery.
Connect the battery charger to the mains.
Warning: Only charge the battery in a dry room, not in the bathroom.
The battery is fully charged when the red control lamp on the battery charger is
extinguished.
3.3. Setting up (see Diagram 1)
• Place the in a dry clean bath and lightly press the seat downwards
so that the suction cups (9) adhere to the bottom of the bath. Please
ensure that the backrest (1) is positioned at the slanted end of the bath.
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• Lift the backrest (1) up and let it gently recline backwards.
• Slide the fully charged battery in the battery slot (4) at the top of the backrest
(1). Press lightly down on the battery to ensure that it sits firmly in the
backrest.
Please note:
• If your bath lift has hand rails which might interfere with the side flaps,
please use the optionally available side flap protectors.
• Please ensure that the actuator is not extended when lifting the backrest
into position. Otherwise, the actuator can not lock into the base plate.
• The bath lifter weighs 11.9 kg (w/o Battery and electronic controller) of
which the seat unit weighs 5.9 kg and the backrest 6 kg.
• If the bath lifter is too heavy, you can easily separate it into two pieces.
• Unlatch the backrest (1) by sliding the levers (11) on the backside
of the backrest towards the center of the backrest. You
can now lift the backrest straight up off the seat unit. You can
place the seat unit (2) in the dry, clean bath, pressing lightly
down so that the suction cups (9) adhere to the bottom of the
bath.
• After placing the seat unit in the bath, place the backrest back
on the seat unit ensuring that the backrest is parallel to the
seat unit and slide the levers towards the outer side of the
backrest.
• Putting the covers on the lift
• The seat unit cover is placed over the side flaps. Slide each pocket
over the side flaps on the lift.
• The backrest cover is secured in place with the clips located on the
covers, which go into the holes in the back of the backrest.
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3.4. Electronic Control Unit
• The main control unit comes installed in the backrest's control slot (3) upon
delivery.
• After sliding a fully charged battery into the backrest's battery slot (4)
(found on the top side of the backrest) you can use the hand control as follows:
• A green button on the right side which elevates the lift
• A green button on the left side which descends the lift
• A red button in the middle for emergency stop.
Diagram 3
• Prior to bathing, please perform a trial run to ensure proper functioning
of the lift.
Verify that the lift is assembled correctly. Raise the lift to the uppermost position,
test the emergency stop and lower the lift to its lowest position to ensure
proper functioning of the lift. When you activate the emergency stop,
you can only move the lift in the opposite direction from which it was moving
at the time of pushing the emergency button.
3.5. Dismantling of the
• Drain the water from the bath.
• Lower the lift by use of the hand control to the fully reclined position.
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• Remove the battery
• Place the battery on a dry surface (not in the bath) to recharge.
• Lift the side flaps up and flip over onto the seat. Flip the backrest forward
onto the seat.
• You can now remove the bath lift from the bath. Place one hand on the
front side of the base plate and the other hand on the back of the lift. Slide
the lifter to the side of the bath to loosen the suction cups and then take the
lift out of the bath tub.
Tip 1:
You can slide the lifter toward the side of the bath. This releases the suction
cups as they move on the curved side.
Tip 2:
If the lift is too heavy, you can take the backrest off and remove the backrest
and seat unit separately.
Tip 3:
You can remove the lift from the bath in the upright position. Grab the top
of the backrest with one hand and the front of the seat with the other. Pull
the backrest towards you, releasing the suction cups.
4. Bathing with the
• Please insert a fully charged battery into the battery slot found on the top of
the backrest.
• Ensure that the lifter is securely positioned in the bath and that the suction
cups adhere to the bottom of the bath.
• Verify that there are no hindrances in the movable part of the lift.
• Raise the lift to its uppermost position, flip the side flaps off the seat unit
onto the top of the bath tub, and verify that the emergency stop and movement
buttons function properly.
• Fill the bath with water and check that the water temperature is at your
desired level.
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• Sit on the side flap which is lying on the top of the bath and place your legs
next to the bath.
• Slide over to the middle of the seat unit and lift your legs into the bath in a
comfortable bathing position.
• Once you have obtained a comfortable bathing position, you can lower the
lift into the water with use of the hand control.
• Please ensure that the cable on the hand control does not get caught between
parts of the lift when raising and lowering the seat unit.
• Please ensure that the hand control unit is always within easy reach, in the
event that you need to use the emergency stop.
• After the lift has fully declined in the bath, pressing the down button will
gently recline the back rest into a position of your choice. By pushing the
hand control's up button, the backrest raises into an upright position and
moves upwards.
• To get out of the bath, raise the lifter to its uppermost position so that the
side flaps are resting over the side of the bath. Lift your legs over the side
of the bath and get up from the seat.
• If you have difficulties sliding to the middle of the lift and lifting your legs,
please contact your specialist dealer, and ask about the "Swivel and Slide-
Over Aid".
• We recommend that you recharge the battery after each bath to ensure
that the battery is fully charged for your next bath.
5. Cleaning/ Care/ Maintenance
5.1. Seat unit and backrest.
• As with all equipment and aids for personal hygiene, the
should always be cleaned carefully after each use.
• You can use an alcohol based disinfection solution as needed (e.g.
DENTLER DESINFEKTIONSMITTEL).
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• The covers on the backrest and seat unit are removable and machine
washable at 60°C. We recommend using a gentle detergent.
• Do not place in the dryer. Do not tumble dry.
• The chassis may also be cleaned in water up to 60°C. A brush and standard
bath cleaner can be used for easier cleaning.
5.2. Battery and Battery Charger
• Before cleaning the battery, please remove the battery charger from the
battery and mains.
• Do not place the charger in water or spray with water. You can clean the
battery charger with a slightly moist towel and dry with a clean towel.
• Do not place the battery in water. You can clean the battery with a slightly
moist towel and dry with a clean towel.
• When using a commercial disinfectant, please follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
5.3. Maintenance
• The battery can only be maintained by the manufacturer. Please do not
open the battery as there are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Periodic maintenance:
The lift must be checked at a minimum of every 24 months on the following
areas:
- Functional impairment and mechanical damage to the lifter
and accessories
- The frictionless movement of the actuator
- Readability of the safety relevant information
- Functionality of the lift as described in the instruction manual
The periodic maintenance must be performed by specialists, who as a result
of their training, education, knowledge and practical experience are
capable of performing these checks. The person who is performing the
periodic checks must not be constrained by others in any way, shape or
form.
Please contact your specialty shop to arrange for the routine inspection.
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Spare parts list and additional documentation is available from the supplier
or specialty shop at your request.
All repairs must be carried out by an authorized specialty shop. Please
contact the supplier for a list of authorized repair centers nearest you.
6. Troubleshooting
In the event that your
is not functioning properly, please refer to
the following table. If you can not remedy the fault, please contact an authorized
service dealer directly.
Fault Possible Cause Remedy
The red light on the hand Electronic battery charge Fully charge the battery
control is on and the lift
does not move in a
downward position
control is activated. Batter
charge inadequate.
Battery is fully charged Battery can be put into
The charger is plugged
into the mains but the red
charging light is not lit
The bath lift does not
move. No sound from the
motor
Control Light is broken
The plug from the battery
charger is not inserted
completely in the battery.
Battery contacts are dirty
or battery is not fully
charged
No battery in the battery
slot in the backrest
Battery or main control
unit not inserted completely
in the backrest
The battery is defect
The actuator is defect
Main control unit is defect
normal use
Insert battery and perform
a trial run. If problems
persist, replace the
battery charger.
Insert the plug as far as
it will go
Remove the battery,
clean the contacts and
recharge the battery
Insert a fully charged
battery in the backrest
Completely insert the
battery and main control
unit
Replace battery
Send to authorized service
center
Remove main control
unit and send to authorized
repair center
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7. Technical Specifications :
Medical Equipment Type B with internal energy source and a maximum lifting
capacity of 145 kg
Measurements:
Seat length
590 mm
Seat width with extended side flaps
715 mm
Seat width with out extended side flaps
390 mm
Seat height at lowest position
60 mm
Seat height at uppermost position
420 mm
Reclining angle of backrest 6° - 40 °
Backrest height
630 mm
Backrest width
354 mm
Total length in the lowest/highest position
930/680 mm
Weight:
Total weight (without Battery and Hand control)
Battery and Control Unit
Seat Unit
Backrest
Maximum load
Sound level
11,9 kg
1,9 kg
5,9 kg
6,0 kg
145 kg
< 60 dB(A)
8. Hygiene and Disinfection plan for refurbishing the
(for the Specialty Store)
• The lifter is sent to the service store in proper packaging.
• The bath lift is taken out of the package (wear gloves), removing and disposing
of suction cups and covers
• Remove the battery and electronic control unit from the backrest. Please
refer to the instruction manual.
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• Remove the screws from the backrest and separate the backrest into the
two pieces (front and back shell).
• Remove the 2 screws that hold the actuator in place and remove the actuator.
• Disinfect all pats of the lift with an alcohol based disinfection solution eg.:
„DENTLER ALKOHOLISCHES DESINFEKTIONSMITTEL“.
• Spay all parts completely
• Let the disinfection solution work for app. 30 seconds
• The solution dries without any residual matter. There is no need to rub the
parts dry.
• Clean all parts with an appropriate cleaning solution eg.:
"DENTLER FLÜSSIGER KRAFTREINIGER“ in a approved room.
ATTENTION!!!
Do not immerse the electronic control unit, battery, battery charger
nor the motor in water. Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.
• Spray the cleaning solution and the parts and wait for app. 5 minutes.
• Clean the parts with a standard brush and hot water.
• Rinse all parts with clean hot water.
• Dry the surfaces (eg: pressed air).
• Verify the usability of all the parts and replace as necessary.
• A list of available spare parts can be obtained directly from the manufacturer.
• Assemble the lift in the reverse sequence of dismantling. If you use an
electric screwdriver, please ensure that the torque is set to 6 for the backrest
screws.
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• Mount the 6 suction cups on the base of the lifter. Insert the electronic control
unit first in the backrest. Insert a fully charged battery in the backrest.
Place new covers, as necessary on the lift.
• Perform a test run of the bath lift to ensure that the lifter operates properly.
Completely descend and elevate the lift, verifying that the Emergency Stop
button functions properly. Ensure that the battery is fully charged.
• Document the refurbishment work and file this information with the Bath
lift's documentation.
• Pack the lift in proper packaging and ensure that the instruction manual is
also included.
• In case of problems, call your specialty dealer.
9. Disposal
This product conforms to Waste Electrical and Electronic Directive 2002/96/CE.
This product contains substances that are harmful to the environment if not
disposed of properly. Please follow your local government's requirements regarding
disposal of plastics, batteries and electronic equipment.
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10. Warranty
Dear Valued Customer,
Your
is a state of the art product which complies with all current
norms and regulations.
In the event of damage or malfunctioning, please contact your specialty dealer
or the manufacturer.
The warranty begins on the delivery date as printed on the delivery note. The
warranty is valid from 3 years from this date and covers all parts with the exception
of the covers, suction cups and battery.
The warranty is valid on the condition that the equipment has been used according
to the instruction manual and that it has only been used for the purpose
for which it was designed.
The warranty is dependent upon the legal regulations of the country in which
the lift was delivered to.
The warranty is void if:
• The documents mentioned above are illegible or have been altered without
prior written consent of the manufacturer.
• The serial number on the bath lift has been altered, erased, removed or
made illegible in any way shape or form. The bath lift has been repaired, altered,
or modified without prior written authorization of the manufacturer.
• Damage has been caused by external influences (eg. cables pulled off, cut
through, battery and electronic control unit cases have been broken or
opened, etc.).
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