Apollo Healthcare Technologies Limited APH040 User manual

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Electric Bed
Super Low Single Panel APH040
USER’S MANUAL
First Issue (20/11/2018)
This product conforms to the standards of the Medical Directive 93/42/EEC as
implemented by Legislative Decree 46/97 and s.m.e.i.

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1- FOOT PANEL
2- HEAD PANEL
3- WHEELS WITH BRAKE
4- MATTRESS PLATFORM
5- HOUSING FOR LIFTING POLE (ON BOTH SIDES)
6- HAND CONTROL
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INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION Pg.4
2. GENERAL INFORMATION Pg.5
2.1 Groups of people mentioned in this manual Pg.5
2.2 Safety warnings Pg.6
2.2.1Safety symbols used Pg.6
2.2.2 Safety warnings for the owner Pg.6
2.2.3 Safety instructions for the user Pg.7
2.3 Product description Pg.8
2.3.1 Proper use Pg.8
2.3.2 Special features Pg.8
2.3.3 Materials used Pg.8
2.3.4 Frame Pg.9
3. ASSEMBLY AND OPERATIONS Pg.10
3.1 Assembly Pg.10
3.1.1 Use of accessories Pg.12
3.2 Operations Pg.12
3.2.1 Requirements of the installation site Pg.12
3.2.2 Operations Pg.13
4. FUNCTIONING Pg.13
4.1 Special safety warnings Pg.13
4.2 Hand control Pg.14
4.2.1 Hand control use Pg.14
4.3 Swivel wheels Pg.15
4.4 Lifting Pole Pg.15
4.5 Bed Lever Pg.15
4.6 Dynamic Mattress Pg.16
4.7 Bed rails Pg.16
5. CLEANING AND DISINFECTING Pg.16
5.1 General information Pg.16
5.2 Cleaning and disinfection program Pg.17
5.3 Training of users Pg.17
5.4 Detergents and disinfectants Pg.18
5.4.1How to use disinfectants Pg.18
6. MAINTENANCE Pg.19
6.1 By the user Pg.19
6.2 By the owner Pg.21
6.3 Spare parts Pg.24
6.4 Manufacturer’s address Pg.24
6.5 Electrical components replacement Pg.24
7. ELIMINATING DEFECTS Pg.25
8. TECHNICAL DATA Pg.26
8.1 Size and weight Pg.26
8.2 Electrical data Pg.26
8.3 Environmental conditions Pg.26
8.4 Norms and applied guidelines Pg.27
9. WARRANTY Pg.27
10. DECLARATION OF COMFORMITY-- Pg.28

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1. INTRODUCTION
Dear customer,
Apollo Healthcare Technologies wishes to thank you for purchasing one of our nursing beds
and for the trust shown in our products.
The electrical safety and functionality of each bed have been tested by the manufacturer
in order to avoid any faults.
This manual provides useful information to the buyer and to the end user on all the functions
which will allow a safe and practical daily use of this bed.
Therefore we recommend you to use this manual as a handy guide and to keep it near your
bed.
In the hope that for you and for the users of this nursing bed to succeed, we are confident
that our product will greatly contribute to achieving this goal.

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2. GENERAL INFORMATION
Before using the bed:
•Read through this whole manual in order to avoid causing damages to
the bed due to improper use.
Before using the nursing bed, the user must verify its perfect status and complete efficiency.
This bed conforms to all the requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC for medical products and
it is classified as a Class I medical device.
This manual contains safety instructions which must be fully respected. All the people
involved with using the bed must know the complete contents of this manual and observe
the safety warnings listed herein.
Information for the owner:
•Every electrical appliance may cause hazards if used incorrectly. Therefore it is
necessary to instruct the user on how to use the nursing bed correctly.
•Inform the user of where this manual will be kept.
2.1 Groups of people mentioned in this manual
The manual may refer to the following groups of people somehow involved with using the
bed:
•Owner
The owner (for example: suppliers of medical products, dealers, health care
authorities, etc.) can be any physical person or juridical body which uses the nursing
bed or under whose name the bed is being used. The owner is responsible for
providing the necessary information to the user.
•User
the user is the person authorized to use the nursing bed and to carry out any
operations on the bed on the basis of his/her training, experience or education, and
who has been trained to use the bed. Furthermore, the user must be able to
recognize and avoid potential hazards and evaluate the condition of the patient.
•Patient
In this manual the term patient refers to the person who needs to be taken care of,
who might be sick or disabled and therefore in need of using this bed.
•Specialized personnel
The term specialized personnel refers to the owner’s co-operators who are
authorized, on the basis of their training or education, to deliver and assemble.

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2.2 Safety warnings
The nursing bed is a high technology product, therefore make sure to read the complete
manual when delivered. Make sure to use the nursing bed only if it is in good condition. The
goal of the safety warnings is to avoid injuries to people.
2.2.1 Safety symbols used
The following symbols appear in this manual:
Warnings against injuries
This symbol indicates the presence of dangerous power voltage which could
jeopardize the user’s life.
This symbol indicates the presence of hazards which might jeopardize the
user’s life and cause health problems.
Warnings against damages to property
This symbol indicates a potential damage to things or properties. Damages to
the bed mechanism, to its materials or to the environment might occur.
Other warnings
This symbol indicates a general useful suggestion. Following this suggestion, it
will be easier to use the bed and to understand the instructions.
The safety symbol used does not replace the safety text it refers to.
It is always necessary to read the relevant safety warning in full and to follow it carefully!
2.2.2 Safety warnings for the owner
•Before the bed is used, inform the user about safely operating the bed by strictly following
this manual which must be provided together with the bed. Inform each user of any
possible dangers due to any improper use. Pay special attention when using the electric
functions and the bed rails.
•Nursing beds are classified as active Class I medical devices. You must fulfil your
obligations in accordance with the current regulations about installation, operation and
use of medical devices, to ensure a safe and durable use of this medical product without
any risks for patients, users and any third parties. In case of a prolonged use of the bed,
it is necessary to carry out an inspection, after a certain period of time (we recommend
at least every year), to check its functionality and any visible damages (see Chapter 6).
•Make sure that only qualified personnel use this bed.

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•Make sure that any possible substitute personnel are also sufficiently trained on how to
use the bed correctly.
•In case any additional electric accessories are used such as air compressors for overlay
mattresses, make sure they are properly installed and work correctly. In particular pay
attention to the following:
Make sure all cables, flexible tubes etc are fixed correctly.
Do not use a multiple socket under the bed (possible fire hazard in case of contact
with liquids). If in doubt, please contact the manufacturer of the accessories.
•Make sure all staff complies with the safety warnings.
2.2.3 Safety instructions for the user
•Make sure to be instructed on the safe use of the bed by the owner.
•Before each use check the good condition and the absence of defects in the nursing
bed.
•Make sure there are no obstructions such as furniture or inclinations of the ceiling when
making any adjustments.
•In case any additional electric components are also used such as hoists, reading lamps
or air compressors for overlay mattresses, make sure their cable does not get caught in
the mobile parts of the bed or get damaged.
•Multiple sockets must not be used for connecting any external electrical components.
•If you suspect damage or malfunctioning, immediately disconnect the power plug from
the wall, clearly mark it as “Damaged” and deactivate the nursing bed. Immediately
inform the owner of the bed about this situation. In chapter 6.1 you will find a checklist to
assess the condition of the bed.
Safety warnings for the user
•The power cord must be installed so that when operating the bed it is not
carried away, crushed or damaged by any moving parts.
•Before transport totally remove the plug from the socket.
•When the bed is not used, make sure there is no possibility for the hand control
to fall and get damaged (it must remain attached to the hook). Make sure the cable
cannot be damaged by any moving parts of the nursing bed.
•Place the bed in the lowest position when you leave the patient unattended on the bed.
In so doing, the risk of injuries to the patient when getting on and off the bed is minimized.
•The adjustments can be made only by trained personnel or in the presence of
experienced staff.
•Check the power cord regularly for possible mechanical damages (abrasions, uncovered
wires, bends, dents, etc…) especially in the following cases:
•after each mechanical overload (for example: crushing of the cable with the bed
itself or with a trolley, after strong tractions and bending of the bed with the power
cord plugged in)
•after each change of position/after every movement before inserting the plug
•during the normal operation by the user
•Regularly check that the power cord assembly is properly tightened.

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2.3 Product description
2.3.1 Proper use
•The nursing bed, hereinafter simply called “bed”, is designed for disabled or ill people
and is suitable also for home care.
•The bed was not specifically designed for hospital use.
•This bed can be used for treatment with a doctor’s prescription and it can be used for
diagnosis, care or observation of the patient.
•This bed does not have any special options suitable for an equipotential connection.
Make sure to take this aspect into account before connecting with any other (medical)
equipment already linked to the power supply.
•This bed must be used only by adequately trained people.
•This bed is designed for repeated re-use. Please follow the instructions listed below:
Cleaning and disinfecting (see chapter 5)
Maintenance / Verification of tests (see chapter 6.2)
This bed can be used only according to the use conditions described in this manual. Any
other use is not to be considered as proper.
2.3.2 Features
•Electric height adjustment of the bed surface from 10 to 70 cm.
•Electric backrest (with Auto-Regression) section adjustment from 0° to 70°.
•Electric leg section adjustment from 0° to 35°.
•Four swivel wheels, individually lockable.
•Hospital surface 198x 88 cm.
•Integrally extendable to 213x88cm.
•Overall dimensions about 220 x 102.
•No need for bed rails due to the super low height of the mattress platform.
2.3.3 Materials used
The bed is mostly made up by steel tubing profiles, covered by a polyester powder coating
or by a metallic zinc or chrome coating. The head/foot panels are made of wood or similar
material, whose surface is waterproof.
The surfaces are not harmful in contact with the skin.

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2.3.4 Frame
•The bed is supplied disassembled to be easily transported into the house. It is made up of
two metal frames with wooden panels (head panel and foot panel), a mattress base
with a motor, a pantograph mechanism with an electric actuator and one lifting pole
with grab bar (accessory NOT included with the bed). The bed has four swivel wheels, all
with a parking brake.
•Mattress base
The mattress base is divided into a backrest with auto-regression, a fixed central element, a
leg support and a knee raiser with ratchet. These elements are adjustable. The foot or head
parts of the mattress base can be adjusted in height horizontally or obliquely compared to
the floor. All the adjustments are performed by electric motors by using a hand control. The
mattress base can be extended by 15cm simply by moving the foot panel outwards and
the integral mattress support.
•No Bed Rails
Due to the Super Lows’ height of just 10cm from the floor there is no requirement for bed
rails. In order to protect patients from possible accidental falls from the bed the mattress
platform should be lowered to its lowest position in conjunction with a fall safe crash mattress
positioned at the side of the bed.
•Electric system
The electric operating system of this bed is safe and easy to use. It consists of:
•Electronic controller. A minimum protection voltage of 24 volts is produced which is not
dangerous for the patient and the user. The electric motors and the hand control are
connected to the central controller with connectors, which work with a minimum
protection voltage of 24 volts.
•Separate electric motors for the back and the leg supports.
•Two electric motors to adjust the height of the mattress base (one in each bed end).
•A hand control unit with fixed hook featuring a safety stop mechanism to help prevent
entrapment of body parts and equipment when lowering the bed below 30cm. In order
to continue lowering the mattress platform to its lowest height of 10cm, a separate button
is required to be pressed.

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3. ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
•The bed is supplied disassembled.
•The bed is assembled on location by the retailer’s personnel.
•The installation must be carried out by a minimum of one person.
Packaging units:
Carton 1: Mattress platform, mattress retainers. Main control unit, hand control, back
& foot rest actuators and connecting cables in a box inside Carton 1;
Carton 2: Bed end (head/foot panel) with Hi-Lo actuator;
Carton 3: Bed end (head/foot panel) with Hi-Lo actuator;
3.1 Assembly
Mounting instructions:
•The assembly of the bed must be carried out by a minimum of one person;
Unscrew the 4 hand screws on both the
head and foot halves of the frame. Use the
bars provided to connect the two halves of
the frame together, ensuring the end of
each bar with the blue dot is inserted first
into the fame with the blue dots. Also note
the location tab should be facing down as
shown in the photo above. Once the two
halves of the frame are fully pushed
together, hand tighten the hand screws.
Remove locking pin from both sides of the
head and foot boards and align the hooks on
either end of the frame with the slots on the
head/footboard before fully inserting the
hooks into the slots.
Push in the retaining pin into the hole fully to
secure the frame into position.

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The main control unit and the back and foot rest actuators should already be attached to
the bed frame (shown above detached). The cables will also be attached to the control
box with the connectors for each actuator numbered up 1 – 4.
Please be sure to connect the corresponding number to the number on each actuator.
Backrest (connected to the control box) = 1, Knee break = 3 and the two Hi-Lo actuators
in the head and footboards = 2 & 4. Push the connector fully into the actuator and push in
the locking clip until it clicks.
The Hi-Lo actuators are already installed in both the
headboard and footboard. As with the back and foot rest
actuators, they are numbered so please ensure the
corresponding number on each actuator matches the
number on the cable.
The bed frame & mattress platform have an integral
extending function which can be utilised to increase
the length of the mattress platform by 15cm.
To extend the bed frame; unscrew the two black
thumb screws (1 on each side of the frame) at the
foot of the bed. Pull out the footboard until it stops
and tighten the thumb screws back up.
To extend the mattress platform; pull out the two
black knobs either side of the foot rest and pull out
the foot end of the mattress platform until it stops and
the two black knobs can pop back inwards.

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Pay attention to position the back and foot rest actuators correctly! They should
never be inverted.
Make sure not to damage any cables. Verify that the cables do not get tangled
and that they do not get caught in any in moving parts.
In case of replacement of any individual components, always make sure that
the electric plugs are then properly inserted into the controller. Only in this way
the bed will function properly.
3.1.1 Use of accessories
Apollo Healthcare Technologies can supply various accessories for use with this bed
including a lifting pole, bed lever and dynamic mattress systems. For correct installation of
accessories please refer to section 4 of this manual.
Use of non-Apollo Healthcare Technologies accessories is not advised. Installing
third party accessories could restrict the moving parts of the bed. The warranty
does not cover any damages caused by use of third party accessories and your
warranty could be void if third party accessories are installed and used.
3.2 Operations
Every time before using the bed, the user must make sure that:
•the wheels of the bed are locked (see also chapter 4.3).
•the power supply is compatible with the bed (230 Volt, 50 Hertz).
•the power cable is plugged in and placed in such a way that it cannot be damaged.
•the power cable, the motor cables and the hand control cable are not damaged by
any moving parts of the nursing bed.
•there are no obstacles in the way such as bedsides or chairs.
•any accessories are installed correctly and do not restrict the free movement of any part
of the bed especially the backrest and knee break mattress platform.
•all control functions have been accurately inspected (see also chapter 6.1) and are
working properly.
•only after having carried out the above operations it will be possible to start using the
bed.
3.2.1 Requirements of the installation site
•Make sure there is enough space to allow the whole range of adjustments of the bed.
There should not be any furniture or other objects close to the bed such as window cills.
•If the bed is to be used on parquet floor, make sure that the use of wheels will not cause
any discolouring due to the parquet waterproof treatment. It is possible to use the bed
on tiles, carpets, laminated floors and linoleum.
•A 230 volt power outlet, correctly installed, must be located at the head of the bed.
•If there is the need to use other accessories (such as compressor systems, bed levers
etc…), make sure they are correctly fixed and that they work properly. In particular, make
sure all different cables are safely connected and no moving part of the bed is restricted
from moving freely as it should. In case of questions or doubts please contact the
manufacturer of such accessories.

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During the installation of the bed you must take the following issues into serious
consideration to minimize potential fire hazards due to external influences. Inform
the user and the personnel about these issues!
•If possible, use only non-flammable mattresses and linens.
•Don’t smoke while in bed as there is no guarantee against risks caused by smoking tools
(such as lighters, matches) depending on the mattresses and linens used.
•Use any electric accessories (electric blanket) and appliances (lights, radios) only if they
are in a good condition.
•Make sure these appliances are used only for their intended purpose and that they
cannot accidentally end up on and under the sheets (risk of overheating).
•Absolutely avoid using extension cables or connections to multiple sockets under the
bed (fire hazard due to the penetration of liquids).
•Extension cables and/or power multiple sockets should never be used at all.
3.2.2 Operations
•After the assembly of the bed, make sure to carry out an inspection in conformity with
chapter 6.2.
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After carrying out all the instructions listed in chapters 3.1 3.2.2 the bed can start
functioning.
4. FUNCTIONING
4.1 Special safety warnings
•When making the adjustments make sure that no parts of the body of any
patients, users and other people, especially children, are positioned under any
adjustable elements or under the bed frame to avoid being caught and injured.
•Once you have made the necessary adjustments and positioned the bed
correctly, make sure to lock the backrest and leg adjustments possibilities with the hand
control, to protect the patient from unwanted movements (risk of crushing of his/her
limbs).
•In case of use of accessories on the electric bed, make sure such accessories do not
crush or cut the patient with sharp edges during the legs and backrest adjustments. If
this condition is not guaranteed, the user must not proceed with the backrest and legs
adjustments.
•Make sure the power cable and the hand control cable do not get caught anywhere or
get damaged.
•Before each operation with the bed, make sure the power cable is not
stretched, crushed or damaged in any way.
•When making the adjustments, make sure there are no obstructions such as
furniture or a ceiling inclination, to avoid possible damages.

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As with all electrical appliances, despite the compliance with prescribed values,
it is not possible to totally exclude the possibility of interferences from other
electrical devices which might be nearby (for ex. the “buzz” of a radio). In such
a rare case, increase the distance of the bed from the interfering device, do not
use the same socket or temporarily disconnect such device.
4.2 Hand control
The electric functions of the bed are activated by the patient and by the user with a hand
control.
•The electric motors work if the corresponding buttons are pressed.
•It is possible to adjust different sections in both directions.
•The hand control can be attached to the bed where needed with a hook.
•The spiral cable allows freedom of movement.
4.2.1 Hand control use
Backrest adjustment
These buttons change the angle of the backrest either up or down.
Height adjustment of the mattress base
These buttons change the height of the mattress platform from its highest
point of 700mm down to a minimum height of 300mm.
Leg support adjustment
These buttons change the angle of the leg support either up or down.
Angle adjustment of feet – head section (Trendelenburg Tilt)
Press these buttons to lower the foot or head section independently.
When the height is adjusted there is an automatic horizontal adjustment
of the mattress base if lowered at the feet in the highest position and/or
in the lowest one. Before lowering the section you need to release the
brake of the two wheels on the head or foot panel side, to avoid possible
damages to the floor.
300mm to Floor (left button)
This button is pressed to lower the mattress platform from 300mm down
to its lowest height of 100mm.
Chair (right button)
Press this button to (Auto-Contour) raise the angle of the backrest and
the angle of the leg support simultaneously.

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4.3 Swivel wheels
The nursing bed has four swivelling castors which can be blocked individually.
•Bring the mattress base into its lowest position.
•Before each operation of the bed, make sure the power cable is not stretched,
crushed or damaged in any way.
How to apply the brake: Press the rocker lever down with your foot until it clicks.
How to release the brake: Press the rocker lever up with your foot until it clicks.
4.4 Lifting Pole (additional accessory)
In both corners of the mattress base, towards the head panel, there is a round insert with a
cavity into which a lifting pole can be placed. The lifting pole must be inserted in the side
from where the patient gets in or out of the bed to help him/her out.
Assembly
•Place the lifting pole into its housing. The metal pin must be placed into the cavity. Make
sure to double check the oscillation field of the lifting pole which must be limited.
Disassembly
•Remove the lifting pole from its housing by pulling it upwards.
Height adjustment of the handle
The height of the lifting pole handle can be adjusted with the strap supplied.
4.5 Bed Lever (additional accessory)
The Apollo Healthcare Technologies bed lever can be installed to aid the
bed user move from a lying to a siting and to a standing position.
Fitting
The bed lever can be fitted to either side of the bed frame where
required. Secure the bed lever by unscrewing the hand screws and fitting
the brackets over the frame. Fully tighten the hand screws when the lever
is located correctly. The top of the bracket must be flush with the top of
the bed frame with no movement possible up or along the frame.

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The Apollo bed lever is designed to not restrict any moving part of the bed
including the backrest and knee break mattress platform. Do not install any
third party bed lever as it may restrict the moving parts of the bed, especially
the backrest mattress platform.
4.6 Dynamic Mattress (additional accessory)
Apollo Healthcare Technologies can supply a number of dynamic mattresses for use with
the bed if required by the user. There are various ways in which the dynamic mattresses
can be secured to the bed to stop it moving or slipping when the mattress platform is
profiled but it is essential that in doing so, the movement of the mattress platform is not
restricted in any way.
The example below shown in the images is of a dynamic mattress that utilises webbing
straps in order to secure the mattress to the bed. The image on the right is the correct way
where the straps are only secured to the moving part of the bed, namely the backrest
mattress platform. The image on the left shown the incorrect way where the straps have
also been secured around the non-moving frame of the bed.
5. CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
5.1 General information
Cleaning is fundamental as well as a proper chemical disinfection. In general, regular
cleaning of the bed when used by a single patient is sufficient in terms of hygiene. It is
necessary to disinfect the bed frame only in case of a visible contamination with contagious
or potentially contagious materials (ex. blood, urine, pus etc.) or in case of a contagious
disease upon request by the physician.
Every time the bed is used by a new patient, it is mandatory to first clean and then disinfect
the bed by scrubbing thoroughly!

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Before you start clearing:
•Remove the plug from the socket and make sure it does not come into contact
with water or disinfectant.
•Make sure all plugs are properly connected.
•None of the electric components must be externally damaged to avoid the penetration
of water or disinfectant liquids which might lead to malfunctioning or damages to the
electric components.
•Before using the bed again, by drying or blowing in the power plug, make sure there is
no residual moisture left in the electrical contacts.
•The electric components must not be subjected to a water jet, a high pressure cleaner
or anything similar! Cleaning should be done with a damp cloth!
•If you suspect that water or moisture have entered into the electric components,
immediately remove the power plug from the socket outlet and do not plug it in again.
Mark clearly the bed with a “Faulty” sign and make sure it cannot be used. Inform
immediately the owner of the bed about the problem.
In case of non-compliance with these safety rules, it is not possible to exclude the risk of
serious damages to the bed with related consequences!
5.2 Cleaning and disinfection program
•Remove the sheets from the bed to be washed.
•Clean all surfaces including the mattress platform, the plastic inserts and cables with a
mild non aggressive detergent, including the hand control.
•The bed should be disinfected by scrubbing using a disinfectant recommended for
hospital use especially in case of visible contamination with contagious or potentially
infectious material. The same as applicable to beds in intensive care or infectious
diseases units.
•It is necessary to disinfect the wheels only in case of visible contamination with infectious
or potentially infectious material.
Note: A continuous disinfection is necessary only in case of patients with multi-resistant
pathogens within a hospital
5.3 Training of users and specialized personnel
To ensure a proper cleaning and disinfecting procedure, we recommend you to
appropriately train all users and specialized personnel involved. The following points must
be respected:
•Make sure the bed does not get soiled or contaminated during transport to the patient’s
house.
•In case of disassembly of the bed, it is necessary to immediately clean and disinfect it by
scrubbing. The personnel must be informed about the correct cleaning and disinfecting
procedure and carry out his/her necessary treatment properly (according to the steps of
the procedure notified by the owner). The disinfectant used must be suitable for the
treated surface.
•For this operation the specialized personnel shall be provided with waterproof disposable
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•For the treatment only clean cloths should be used which must then be taken to be
washed.
•After the treatment the personnel should disinfect their hands before leaving the place
to go somewhere else. The qualified personnel must be equipped with a disinfectant with
dispenser.
Cleaning of the bed directly on site has the advantage that the bed and/or none of its
parts can get "soiled" when then transported in the same vehicle with other clean beds. It
prevents potentially infectious germs located in the bed frame from spreading around.
These recommendations will help to prevent nosocomial infections. If the beds are not
immediately reused, they should be stored away with a cover to protect from dust and
accidental contamination.
5.4 Detergents and disinfectants
Make sure to follow the recommendations listed below to maintain the bed functionality as
long as possible:
•All surfaces must be intact and any damages must be immediately eliminated.
•We recommend using a method of disinfection (wet) by scrubbing. The detergent should
not be aggressive (not harmful for the skin and for surfaces) and it must be ecological. In
general you can use a household detergent.
•To clean and disinfect the painted metal parts use a damp cloth with a common non
aggressive mild household detergent.
•The disinfectant for scrubbing the bed must be chosen from among those recommended
(in the indicated concentration).
•Despite the mechanical strength of the bed it is necessary to remove any scratches and
dents in the paint with special repair kits in order to prevent moisture penetration.
Never use abrasive clearing products and stainless steel cleaners containing
solvents or clearing pads, to avoid damaging the bed surface.
Note – Aldehyde-based disinfectants normally cover a wide action range and
are ecological. However, they are potentially allergenic and irritating. Glucoprotamina
preparations do not present this problem and are very effective even though in most cases
they are quite expensive. Disinfectants based on chlorine splitting compounds can have a
corrosive effect on metals, plastics, rubber or other materials in case of a prolonged contact
or in high concentrations. In addition, these products can be irritating for mucous
membranes and do not have a great environmental resistance.
5.4.1 How to use disinfectants
•Pay attention to the proper dosage! We recommend using automatic dispensers.
•Prepare the solution always with cold water to prevent the build-up of vapours which
might be irritating for mucous membranes.
•Wear gloves to avoid any direct contact with the skin.
•Do not store the disinfectant solutions in open bottles or containers. Make sure to always
close them!
•Use bottles with pump dispensers to wet the cleaning cloth.
•Ventilate the room after the disinfection.

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•Carry out the disinfection by scrubbing and not by spraying the disinfectant in a large
quantitative with the risk of being inhaled.
•This is why rubbing plays an important role.
•Do not use alcohol for large surfaces.
6. MAINTENANCE
Regulations
The owners of the nursing beds, in accordance with the applicable regulations in force, are
requested to guarantee the safety conditions of the medical products during their use. To
achieve this, it is therefore necessary to regularly carry out inspections and maintenance
interventions.
Notes for the owner
This bed was manufactured to function properly for a long period of time. When used
correctly, it can be operated for around 2 to 8 years depending on the conditions and
frequency of its use.
After repeated operations of transport, assembly, disassembly, improper and
long-term use it is not possible to exclude that any damages, faults, wear and
tear problems might occur. These problems may cause safety risks if not
recognized and solved in time!
Therefore it is necessary both for the owner and the user to follow the safety norms for
medical devices with the implementation of regular inspections to verify the correct
functioning of the bed.
Inform the user that it is mandatory to carry out these controls.
6.1 By the user
In addition to regular checks by the specialized staff, even the normal users (such as nurses,
assistants, etc.) must perform both a visual and a functional inspection before each new
use at regular intervals.
Recommendation: check all mechanical and electrical components once a month. In
addition check the power cord and the hand control cable after each mechanical stress
and after each change of position.
See the checklist on the next page.

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Checklist for the user
Control ok not
ok
Problem
description
Visual inspection of electrical components
Hand control cable Possible damages, cable connection
Power cord Possible damages, cable connection
Hand control Possible damages
Visual inspection of mechanical components
Lifting pole and its
housings Possible damages, deformations
Bed frame Possible damages, deformations
Metal mattress platform Possible damages, chips
Wooden head and foot
panels Possible damages, wooden chips
Mattress base Possible damages, deformations
Functional control of electrical components
Hand control Test to check if it works properly
Functional control of mechanical components
Casters Test the brakes, moving forwards
Emergency descent of the
backrest Test according to the instructions
Knee raiser Mechanism and attachment
Accessories Fixing, possible damages
Inspector’s signature: Control result: Date:
•If you think that there might be damage or a functional problem, the bed must not
be used at all and it must be disconnected from the power supply until the damaged
components have been totally replaced or repaired!
•To replace or repair damaged parts, please contact the owner of the bed.