aidapt VY428 User manual

VY428 - Height Adjustable (NO Straps)
VY438 - Height Adjustable (With Strap Set)
VY428N - Fixed Height (NO Straps)
VY438N - Fixed Height (With Strap Set)
Assembly and Operating Instructions
Solo Bed Transfer Aid

INTRODUCTION
The Solo Bed Transfer Aid can be tted to single, double, queen and king size beds.
The Solo Bed Transfer Aid is not designed to prevent users falling from their bed.
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.
Net Weight (kg) ....................................................... 3.16.............................................................................. 3.30
Gross Weight (kg) ................................................... 3.66.............................................................................. 3.80
VY428/VY428N VY438/VY438N
PLEASE NOTE: VY428/VY428N IS THE SOLO BED TRANSFER AID WITHOUT STRAP
NB. This equipment must be installed by a competent person and a risk
assessment undertaken as to the suitability of the Bed Transfer Aid for the
particular user and user’s bed. We would refer customers to‘Bed Rail Risk
Management’ LAC Number 79/8 published 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 could put the user at risk.

g. 1
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 at base on the bed frame and the looped
handle facing upwards level with the side of the bed
(see g. 1)
4. Take the short strap and attach to the short bar (see g. 2).
To attach the short strap feed the male buckle through
the looped strap, around the short bar (see g. 3, 4 & 5).
Pull to tighten. g. 2
g. 3 g. 4
g. 5

ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
5. Take the longer strap and remove the female buckle from
the end (see g. 6)
6. Attach the long strap to the long bar (see g. 2) by feeding the looped end of the strap
through the D ring and pull the strap tight (see g. 7, 8, 9 & 10)
7. Reattach the female buckle to the looped end of the long strap (see g. 11, 12 & 13)
ENSURE THAT THE TEXTURED CENTRE PIN OF THE BUCKLE IS FACING UPWARDS AS
THIS PREVENTS THE STRAP FROM SLIPPING WHEN THE TRANSFER AID IS IN USE
(see g. 11 & 12)
g. 6
g. 7
g. 11 g. 12 g. 13
g. 8 g. 9
g. 10
Looped end

ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
8. Feed the female buckle and the long strap underneath
the base of the bed. Move the Bed Transfer Aid up and
down the bed to nd the best position for the user to
safely lift themselves.
9. 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.
10. 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 (see g. 14).
Tuck away any excess strap to avoid trips.
11. 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.
12. If required a second strap set can be tted
(Not supplied, order code VS247)
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (VY428 & VY438 ONLY)
The 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 (see g. 15 & 16)
g. 14
g. 15 g. 16

CLEANING
A useful guide to decontamination is MHRA leaet DB2003(06).
Do not use abrasive cleaners as this could damage the surface of the equipment. For
cleaning, wipe with a clean cloth soaked in detergent solution and wring out. Depending
on the detergent manufacturer’s instructions the solution may be heated.
Wipe all surfaces of the equipment and the cloth should be re-immersed periodically and
the detergent changed frequently. The detergent should be rinsed or wiped o using a
clean cloth immersed in clean water and wrung out.
To disinfect make sure the equipment has been cleaned and dried and then wipe over with
a clean cloth and a compatible liquid disinfectant. After disinfecting clean with clean water
and dry.
When using detergent or disinfectants then please refer to manufacturers’ instructions and
if unsure then consult your local Infection Control Specialist for advice.
This equipment can be cleaned/disinfected by moist heat at 80oC for a minimum of 1
minute or autoclaved at 80oC for at least 1 minute. After cleaning or disinfecting treat all
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 doubt, please do not issue or use, but immediately contact your supplier for
service support.
When reissuing, a risk assessment must be undertaken as to the suitability of the Bed
Transfer Aid for the particular user and user’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.
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