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Solo Bed Transfer Aid
VY428/VY438/VY428N/VY438N
Fixing and Maintenance Instructions

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for deciding to purchase the Aidapt Solo Bed Transfer Aid. The Bed Transfer Aid is
manufactured from the finest material and components available, when installed and used
correctly it is designed to give many years of reliable trouble-free service.
The Solo Bed Transfer Aid can be fitted to single, double, queen and king si e beds. It is
available in two finishes; white epoxy and chrome.
The Solo Bed Transfer Aid is not designed to prevent users falling from their bed.
PLEASE NOTE: VY428/VY428N IS THE SOLO BED TRANSFER AID WITHOUT STRAP
NB. This eq ipment m st be installed by a competent person and a risk assessment
ndertaken as to the s itability of the Bed Transfer Aid for the partic lar ser and
ser’s bed. We wo ld refer c stomers to ‘Bed Rail Risk Management’ LAC N mber 79/8
p blished by the HSE.
VY428/VY438 127 kg (20 st.) weight limit
VY428N/VY438N 159 kg (25 st.) weight limit
Note: Do not exceed the weight limit stated – doing so co ld p t the ser at risk.
BEFORE USE
•Carefully remove all packaging. Avoid using any knives or other sharp instruments
as this may damage the surface of the product.
•Check the product for any visible damage If you see any damage or suspect a fault,
do not use your product as it may compromise your safety, but contact your
supplier for support.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTIONS
1. Your Bed Transfer Aid is shipped ready assembled
with its handle at its lowest setting (VY428 &
VY438).
2. To install, remove the mattress from the bed
where the Bed Transfer Aid is to be installed and
check for any obstructions.
3. Place the Bed Transfer Aid onto the base of the
bed with the large flat base on the bed frame and
the looped handle facing upwards level with the
side of the bed.
4. Take the shorter of the two straps and attach to
the shorter hori ontal crossbar level with the side
of the bed by feeding the female buckle through
the large plastic loop and pulling tight (see fig. 1).
Bed
Base/Fra e
Bed
Transfer Aid
Short Strap
& Buckle
Long
Strap

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5. Take the longer of the two straps, remove the male buckle taking care to note the
correct method for reattachment, then loop the longer strap around the longer
hori ontal crossbar situated in the centre of the bed frame and pull tight (see fig. 2).
6. Reattach the male buckle to the longer of the straps and feed the buckle and strap
underneath the base of the bed (see fig. 3).
7. Move the Bed Transfer Aid up and down the bed to find the best position for the
user to safely lift themselves.
8. Ensure that the frame of the Bed Transfer Aid is square to the side of the bed and
that both of the black feet at the base of the unit are touching the side of the bed.
9. Clip the two buckles together and tighten the strap ensuring the Bed Transfer Aid
is secure in its position and the buckle is clipped securely. Tuck away any excess
strap to avoid trips.
10. Replace the mattress ensuring that the Bed Transfer Aid handle is pointing
upwards and the unit is in the optimum position to suit the client’s needs.
11. If required a second strap set can be fitted (VS247).
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (VY428 & VY438)
Height of the handle on the Bed Transfer Aid can be adjusted to suit the client’s
requirements. To adjust the handle simply remove the two grey e-clips from the base of the
handle and lift the required height ensuring that you do not exceed the last pre-punched
hole on the base of the frame.
Once the desired height is achieved, re-insert the e-clips into the pre-punched holes,
ensuring that both clips pass completely through the tube frame, the inner tube and out the
other side and are in place securely as shown below.
CORRECT INCORRECT
Check that the unit is properly adjusted by pulling the handles upwards, if there is no
movement, the height adjustment has been carried out correctly.
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Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3
CLEANING
The Solo Bed Transfer Aid should be cleaned using a non-abrasive cleaner or mild detergent
with a soft cloth. Only use a mild detergent or disinfectant; never use an abrasive cleaner. Do
not exceed 50oC. Always ensure that you wipe dry all equipment and treat joints with a water
dispersing agent, e.g. WD40.
REISSUE
If you reissue or are about to reissue this product, please thoroughly check all components
for their safety.
This includes:
•Tightness of all nuts/bolts/castors and other screw in/bolt in/push in components
•Upholstery (if applicable) for security, splits, exposed staples, etc
•Straightness and integrity of all tubing and welds
If in any do bt, please do not iss e or se, b t immediately contact yo r s pplier for
service s pport.
When reiss ing, a risk assessment m st be ndertaken as to the s itability of the Bed
Transfer Aid for the partic lar ser and ser’s bed.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Bed Transfer Aid hand grips have been designed to meet the latest MHRA guidelines on
entrapment, however you must ensure that there is no risk to the user or carer after the
installation and service of the Bed Transfer Aid with Strap or without Strap.
Do not allow children or unauthorised persons to play with the equipment or use the bed
transfer aid without proper supervision.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Please make a safety check of the product at regular intervals or if you have any concerns.
Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd, Lancots Lane, S tton Oak, St Helens, WA9 3EX
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