aidapt VY428S Manual

Solo Bed Lever (Slatted)
VY428S (Bulk - 6 Pieces)
VY428SA (Single Boxed)
Fixing and Maintenance Instructions

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I TRODUCTIO
This Bed Lever is for use with slatted beds and can be fitted to single,
double, queen and king size beds. Not for use on divan beds, please
use VY438 for divan beds.
The Bed Lever is not designed to prevent users falling from their bed.
This device is suitable for adult use only, it is not suitable for use with
children.
BEFORE USE
• Carefully remove all packaging. Avoid using any knives or other sharp
instruments as this may damage the surface of the product.
• Check that all parts are present before assembly (see fig. 1). If any
parts are missing do not attempt assembly and contact your supplier.
• 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 I STRUCTIO S
1. Lay piece C on a flat surface and slide piece A onto the tubes on piece C and push firmly until the
holes align (see fig 2).
2. Secure with E-Clips (B). Make sure the E-clips are secure before proceeding (see fig. 3)
fig. 1
fig. 2 fig. 3
B. This equipment must be installed by a competent person and
a risk assessment undertaken as to the suitability of the Bed
Lever for the particular user and user’s bed. We would refer
customers to ‘Bed Rail Risk Management’ LAC umber 79/8
published by the HSE.
VY428S/VY428SA 160 kg (25 st.) weight limit
ote: Do not exceed the weight limit stated – doing so could
put the user at risk.

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ASSEMBLY I STRUCTIO S (Continued)
3. Insert extension poles (D) into the arms of piece C (see fig. 4) and slide in until the catches align with
the holes (see fig. 5).
4. Attach piece E onto extension
poles (D) (see fig. 6) and slide until
the catches align with the holes
(see fig. 5)
fig. 4
fig. 6
5. The catches can be depressed to
allow piece E to be moved depending
on the width of the bed (see fig. 7)
fig. 7
fig. 5

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CLEA I G
A useful guide to decontamination is MHRA leaflet 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 off 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 auto-
claved 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
• pholstery (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 Lever for
the particular user and user’s bed.
fig. 8 fig. 9 fig. 10
ASSEMBLY I STRUCTIO S (Continued)
6. Remove the mattress from the bed and place the assembled bed lever onto the slats, making sure
that the back edge of piece C aligns with the recess of the bed (see fig 8.)
7. If not done in step 5 the width can now be adjusted to suit the size of the bed (see fig 9.)
8. Replace the mattress and the bed lever is now installed and ready to use (see fig. 10)

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IMPORTA T I FORMATIO
Do not allow children or unauthorised persons to play with the equipment or use the bed transfer aid
without proper supervision.
CARE & MAI TE A CE
Please make a safety check of the product at regular intervals or if you have any concerns.

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