ARJO HUNTLEIGH Alenti User manual

Alenti
...with people in mind
Instructions for Use
04.CD.05_14GB • 05/2016

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WARNING
To avoid injury, always read this Instructions for Use and accompanied documents
before using the product.
Mandatory to read the Instructions for Use

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Foreword ...................................................................................4
Intended Use .............................................................................5
Safety Instructions .....................................................................6
Preparations ..............................................................................7
Part Designations ......................................................................8
Product Description/Function ..................................................10
Control Panel .......................................................................10
Hand Control .......................................................................10
Positioning Handle, Transfer Handles, Hand Rest and
Handle Arms ........................................................................11
Central Brakes .....................................................................11
Backrest ...............................................................................11
Emergency Stop ..................................................................12
Automatic Safety Stop .........................................................12
Emergency High/Low ..........................................................12
Battery Charger ...................................................................12
Accessory Description .............................................................13
Scale (optional) ....................................................................13
Bedpan and Bedpan Holder (optional) ................................13
Leg Support (optional) .........................................................14
Safety Belt ...............................................................................15
Transfer the Patient .................................................................18
From a Standing Position ....................................................18
To a Standing Position ........................................................19
From a Standing and Raising Aid ........................................20
To a Standing and Raising Aid ............................................21
From Wheelchair .................................................................22
To Wheelchair .....................................................................23
To the Toilet .........................................................................24
From Bed - Sitting ................................................................24
To Bed - Sitting ....................................................................26
From Bed - Laying Down .....................................................26
To Bed - Laying Down .........................................................28
Bathe the Patient .....................................................................30
To Bath ................................................................................30
From Bath ............................................................................32
Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions ....................................34
Battery Instructions ................................................................. 37
Care and Preventative Maintenance .......................................38
Troubleshooting ......................................................................42
Alarms .....................................................................................43
Technical Specifications ..........................................................44
Dimensions .............................................................................46
Approvals and List of Standards .............................................47
Labels on the Alenti Lift ...........................................................48
Electromagnetic Compatibility .................................................50
Parts and Accessories ............................................................52
Contents

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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing ArjoHuntleigh
equipment.
Your Alenti® lift and hygiene chair is part of a series of
quality products designed especially for hospitals,
nursing homes and other health care use.
We are dedicated to serving your needs and providing
the best products available along with training that will
bring your staff maximum benefit from every
ArjoHuntleigh product.
Please contact us if you have any questions about the
operation or maintenance of your ArjoHuntleigh
equipment.
Please read this Instructions for Use
thoroughly!
Please read this Instructions for Use (IFU) in its entirety
before using your Alenti lift and hygiene chair.
Information in the IFU is crucial to the proper operation
and maintenance of the equipment and will help protect
your product and make sure that equipment performs to
your satisfaction. Some of the information in this IFU is
important for your safety and must be read and
understood to help prevent possible injury.
Unauthorized modifications on any ArjoHuntleigh
equipment may affect its safety. ArjoHuntleigh will not
be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or lack
of performance that occur as a result of any
unauthorized modification to its products.
Report Unexpected Operations or
Events
Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative if
any unexpected operations or events occur. The
contact information appear on the last page of this
IFU.
Service and Support
A service routine must be performed on your Alenti lift
every year by ArjoHuntleigh qualified personnel to
make sure the safety and daily operation of your
product. See section Care and Preventative
Maintenance on page 38.
If you require further information, please contact your
local ArjoHuntleigh representative who can offer
comprehensive support and service programs to
maximize the long term safety, reliability and value of
the product.
Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative for
replacement parts. Your service representative stocks
the parts you will need. The telephone number appears
on the last page of this Instructions for Use (IFU).
Complementary Information
A set of Quick Guides/Posters and a DVD accompanies
this IFU.
Please note that the Quick Guides/Posters and the DVD
do not replace the information in this IFU. The IFU
contains additional important safety instructions.
Definitions in this IFU:
Means:
Safety warning. Failure to understand and obey this
warning may result in injury to you or to others.
Means:
Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage
to all or parts of the system.
Means:
This is important information for the correct use of this
system or equipment.
Means:
The name and address of the manufacturer.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE

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Intended Use
This equipment must be used in accordance
with these safety instructions. Anyone using
the equipment must also have read and
understood the instructions in this
Instructions for Use (IFU).
If there is anything you are not sure about,
contact your ArjoHuntleigh representative.
This equipment is intended for lifting and transporting
residents to and from a bathroom in a care facility and
to assist with the bathing process. Alenti must be used
by appropriately trained caregivers with adequate
knowledge of the care environment, its common
practices and procedures, and in accordance with the
guidelines in the Instructions for Use (IFU)
Resident Assessment
We recommend that facilities establish regular
assessment routines. Caregivers should assess each
resident according to the following criteria prior to use:
• The resident’s weight should not exceed the Safe
Working Load of 182 kg / 400 lbs.
• The resident should be active or semi-active (i.e.
able to sit upright self-supporting on the side of a
bed or toilet).
• The resident should understand and respond to
instructions to stay seated in an upright position.
If a resident does not meet these criteria an alternative
lift and hygiene chair shall be used.
Lifetime of Equipment
The equipment must only be used for the purposes
stated above.
The lifetime of this equipment is ten (10) years and the
service life of the safety belt is two (2) years. Depending
on the storage of the battery, the use frequency and the
charging intervals, the service life of the battery is
2-5 years.
The lifetime and service life are as stated providing that
the preventative maintenance are being carried out in
accordance with the instructions for care and
maintenance in this IFU.
Depending on level of wear some equipment parts such
as castors and hand control may need to be replaced
during the equipment’s lifetime according to
information in the IFU.

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Safety Instructions
WARNING
To avoid the device in use from tipping, do
not raise or lower other equipment close to
it and be aware of stationary object when
lowering.
WARNING
To avoid the device from tipping and the
patient from falling, do not use the
equipment on floor with recessed drains,
holes or slopes exceeding a ratio of 1:50
(1.15°).
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling, always
make sure that the device is in the lowest
possible position before attempting to
transfer, dress or undress the patient.
WARNING
To avoid explosion or fire, never use the
equipment in oxygen rich environment, in
presence of heat source or flammable
anaesthetic gases.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment, make sure to keep
the patients hair, arms and feet close to the
body and use designated grab supports
during any movement.
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient
is not left unattended at any time.

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Preparations
Actions Before First Use
(9 steps)
1 Make sure to check the Alenti lift for transport
damages.
2 Check that all parts of the product are supplied.
Compare with the Parts Designation list in this
IFU. If any part is missing or damaged - DO NOT
use the product.
3 Read the IFU.
4 Unpack the battery charger and install it
according to the Battery Charger IFU.
5 Perform a functionality test according to section
Care and Preventative Maintenance on page 38.
6 Disinfect the product according to section
Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions on
page 34.
7 Find a dry area with good ventilation for storing
the Alenti lift.
8 Choose a designated area where the IFU should
be kept and is easily accessible at all times.
9 Make sure to have set up routines for assistance
and rescue in case of a patient emergency.
NOTE
If you have any questions, please contact your
local ArjoHuntleigh representative for support
and service. The contact numbers appear on
the last page of this IFU.
Actions Before Every Use
(4 steps)
1 Checkthatallparts are in place. Compare with the
Parts Designation list in this IFU.
2 If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use
the product.
4 Make sure the battery is charged.
The Alenti Lift Directions
The driving direction during transfer is according to the
illustration below.
The directions right, left, front and back in this IFU are
given below.
3WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination,
always follow the disinfection
instructions in this IFU.
Right
Left
Back
Front

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1 Positioning handle
2 Hand control
3 Lift pillar
4 Hand rest - handle arm
5 Backrest - handle arm
6 Hand rest
7 Backrest
8 Transfer handles
9 Safety belt
10 Seat
11 Central Brakes
12 Scale (optional)
13 Control panel
14 Emergency High/Low
15 Battery release button (Emergency stop)
16 Battery
17 Bedpan (optional)
18 Bedpan holder handle (optional)
19 Bedpan holder (optional)
20 Leg support bar with straps (optional)
Applied part: Type B. (seat including all
attached parts to it)
Protection against electric shock in accordance
with IEC 60601-1.
Part Designations

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8
11
2
1
3
10
12
9
13
14
15
16
17
19
20
18
7 546
20

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Control Panel
The control panel has four control buttons. (See Fig. 1)
• Press the Raise button (up arrow) to raise the Alenti lift.
• Press the Lower button (down arrow) to lower the Alenti lift.
• Press the Brake button (dark red button with a P) to activate
the brakes.
A flashing LED light indicates when the brakes are active.
The LED light will later turn itself off.
• Press the Brake Release button (green brake symbol) to
release the brakes.
Hand Control
The hand control has an integrated hook which makes it easy to
attach to various parts of the Alenti lift.(See Fig. 2)
• Unhook the hand control and hold it in your hand.
• Press the Raise button (up arrow) on the hand control in
order to raise the Alenti lift.
• Press the Lower button (down arrow) on the hand control in
order to lower the Alenti lift.
• Press the Brake button (dark red button with a P) to activate
the brakes.
A flashing LED light indicates when the brakes are active.
The LED light will later turn itself off.
• Press the Brake Release button (green brake symbol) to
release the brakes.
Fig. 1
Raise Lower
Brake Brake Release
LED Light
Button Button
Button
Button
Fig. 2
Lower Button
Raise Button
Brake Button
Brake Release
LED Light
Button
Product Description/Function

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Positioning Handle, Transfer Handles, Hand
Rest and Handle Arms
(See Fig. 1)
• Use the positioning handle for positioning the Alenti lift
near a bath or bed.
• Use the transfer handles during transfer.
• The hand rest is for the patient to hold on to with his or her
hands. The hand rest is also used as an attachment for the
backrest.
• The handle arms can be folded backwards during stationary
transfers and during bath.
Central Brakes
The brakes are two cylinders, placed under the chassis, operated
from the control panel or the hand control.
The brake action is achieved when the cylinders descend and
make contact with the floor.
Backrest
• The backrest can be attached on both hand rests.
• Attachthebackrestbypressingitdownonthehandrest (A).
(See Fig. 2)
• Remove the backrest by pulling it upwards (B).(See Fig. 2)
Before placing the patient in the Alenti lift:
• Choose from which side of the bathtub the Alenti lift will be
positioned.
•IftheAlenti lift will be positioned on the left side of the
bathtub, place the backrest on the left hand rest.
If the Alenti lift will be positioned on the right side of the
bathtub, place the backrest on the right hand rest.
Fig. 1
Transfer
handles
Positioning
handle
Hand rest
Foldable handle arms
Fig. 2
A
B

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Emergency Stop
If, for any reason the Alenti lift does not respond to the control
buttons, you can stop lift movement by pressing the battery release
button (A) and pull it out. (See Fig. 1)
Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative before using the
Alenti lift again.
Automatic Safety Stop
To prevent getting pinches between the Alenti lift and an object,
the Alenti lift is equipped with an automatic safety stop feature.
The Alenti lift automatically stops when lowered on a fixed
object.
Emergency High/Low
(2 steps)
If, for any reason, the Alenti lift does not respond to the control
buttons, it is possible to raise or lower the Alenti lift by using the
Emergency High/Low.
1 Unplug the hand control. (See Fig. 2)
2 Press a blunt, thin object (i.e. a pen) into one of the holes in
the panel. (See Fig. 3)
• Press it into the hole under the “up arrow” in order to raise
the Alenti lift.
• Press it into the hole above the “down arrow” in order to
lower the Alenti lift.
Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative before using the
Alenti lift again.
Battery Charger
Attach the battery charger to a suitable wall and connect it to a
wall socket. (See Fig. 4)
For charge installation, see the Battery Charger IFU.
CAUTION
Do not use an object with a sharp tip when pressing
into the holes, it can damage the emergency High/
Low.
NOTE
The emergency High/Low overrides important safety
functions such as the automatic safety stop.
The emergency High/Low shall only be used when both
the control panel and hand control are out of order.
NOTE
A continuous beeping sound is heard during the
emergency “up” and “down” movement.
Fig. 1
A
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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Scale (optional)
The scale is located on the Alenti lift pillar. (See Fig. 1)
To use the scale, if available, refer to the Scale IFU.
Bedpan and Bedpan Holder (optional)
(3 steps)
1 Fit the bedpan into the holder.
(See Fig. 2)
2 The bedpan holder fits onto the back of the seat of the Alenti
lift.(See Fig. 3)
3 Fold up the bedpan holder handle in to a locked position.
(See Fig. 4)
WARNING
To avoid entrapment or pinching of genitals, make
sure there is enough clearance during movement
over the bathtub edge, toilet, bedpan or other
furniture.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Accessory Description

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Leg Support (optional)
The leg support assists caregivers when providing foot care to a
patient seated in the Alenti lift.
• Attach the leg support to the hand rest and the bar between
the patient's legs, against the flat rim under the seat (A).
(See Fig. 1)
• Thread the straps plastic fasteners onto the bar according to
the illustration.
(See Fig. 2)
• All foot care provided to a patient sitting at the Alenti lift,
must be performed with the Alenti lift in a lowered position.
• To avoid back strain, we recommend that the caregiver sits
down while performing the foot care. (See Fig. 3)
• The height of the legs can be adjusted by using a series of
holes in the straps attached to the leg support bar.
When adjusting the straps make sure that:
• the patient’s legs are in an ergonomic height for the sitting
caregiver and
• the patient is comfortable.
Fig. 1
A
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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Safety Belt
(14 steps)
Use the safety belt at all times.
Exceptions can be made while patient is securely positioned in the
bathtub and during stationary transfers to and from the Alenti lift.
The safety belt helps the patient stay positioned properly on the
seat.
Always inspect the safety belt before use, to make sure it is in
good condition, without any loose threads, tears or other defects.
Always attach the safety belt before the patient is seated in the
Alenti lift.
1 Attach the backrest by pressing it down on the hand
rest (A).(See Fig. 1)
2 Turn the safety belt stop plate (B) so it gets entirely in
contact with the safety belt. (See Fig. 2)
3 Insert the safety belt end through the hole in the seat.
(See Fig. 3)
4 The safety belt stop plate (B) will self look at the back ofthe
seat, preventing the safety belt from coming loose from the
seat. (See Fig. 4)
Continue with the steps on the next page.
Fig. 1
A
Fig. 2
B
B
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
B
Safety Belt

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5 Fold the hand rest-handle arm backwards. (See Fig. 5)
6 Put the belt around the upper part of the hand rest-handle
arm. (See Fig. 5)
7 Position the patient on the seat and fold the hand rest-handle
arm forward. (See Fig. 6)
8 The patient’s hands should be placed on the hand rest.
(See Fig. 6)
9 Place the safety belt around the patient's waist. (See Fig. 6)
10 Fasten the safety belt clip to the backrest-handle arm.
(See Fig. 7)
11 Tighten the safety belt so that it is close to the patients body.
(See Fig. 8)
12 Lock the safety belt with the lock plate, make sure that the
belt strap is tight in the buckle. (See Fig. 9)
Continue with the steps on the next page.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
click
Fig. 8
Fig. 9

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Make sure the patient is in an upright position in the centre
of the seat with his or her:
• buttocks at the back of the seat,
• back against the backrest and
• hands on the hand rest. (See Fig. 10 and 11)
14 When loosen the safety belt, unlock the locking plate and
loosen the belt strap. (See Fig. 12 and 13)
13 WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the patient is
positioned correctly and that the safety belt is
being used, properly fastened and tightened.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the
device, make sure that the armrest are folded
down during transfer.
NOTE
When the safety belt is not in use, put the safety belts
hook end around the top of the hand rest-handle arm.
Make sure that the safety belt do not touch the floor.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 13
Fig. 12

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Before the patient is transferred to the Alenti lift, make sure that:
• the backrest is attached to the correct side of the Alenti lift,
• the safety belt is mounted on the Alenti lift,
• the patient is undressed and covered.
If using a robe, put it on front to back (opening towards
patient’s back) and
• the patient is in a correct sitting position.
After each use, disinfect the Alenti lift to prevent cross-
contamination. See section Cleaning and Disinfection
Instructions on page 34.
From a Standing Position
(11 steps)
1 Activate the brakes on the Alenti lift and make sure that they
are locked.
2 Fold back the hand rest-handle arm.
3 Adjust the height of the Alenti lift so that the height of the
seat is levelled with the back of the patient's knees.
(See Fig. 1)
4 Have the patient back up to the Alenti lift and feel the
chassis gently against his or her hollow of the knees.
Continue with the steps on the next page.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment, make sure to keep the
patients hair, arms and feet close to the body and
use designated grab supports during any
movement.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the patient is
positioned correctly and that the safety belt is being
used, properly fastened and tightened.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the device,
make sure that the armrest are folded down during
transfer.
Fig. 1
Transfer the Patient

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5 Help the patient to sit down.
6 Fold forward hand rest-handle arm so that the patient can
hold on to it.
7 Make sure the patient is in an upright position in the centre
of the seat with his or her:
• buttocks at the back of the seat,
• back against the backrest and
• hands on the hand rest. (See Fig. 2)
8 Secure the patient with the safety belt. (See Fig. 2)
Adjust the Alenti lift to an ergonomic height for the
caregiver and safe for moving the patient.
10 Release the brakes.
11 Transfer the patient and the Alenti lift to the bathtub using
the transfer handles.
To a Standing Position
(4 steps)
1 Lower the Alenti lift until the patient's feet are in contact
with the floor.
2 Activate the brakes on the Alenti lift and make sure that they
are locked.
3 Fold back the hand rest-handle arm, away from the patient.
4 Release the safety belt, put the belt around the upper part of
the hand rest-handle arm and help the patient to stand up.
9WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling, always make
sure that the device is in the lowest possible
position before attempting to transfer, dress or
undress the patient.
Fig. 2

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From a Standing and Raising Aid
(14 steps)
ArjoHuntleigh has compatible standing and raising aids that can
be used with the Alenti lift.They are Sara 3000 and Sara Plus.
1 Fold back the Alenti lift hand rest-handle arm.
2 Positionthestandingandraisingaidwiththepatientinfront
of the Alenti lift seat.
3 Make sure the Alenti lift is as close as possible to the
standing and raising aid, with the patient’s back towards the
Alenti lift seat. (See Fig.3)
4 Activate the brakes on the Alenti lift and make sure that they
are locked.
5 Lower the patient until he or she is sitting on the Alenti lift
seat. (See Fig. 3)
6 Unhook the sling.
7 Fold forward the Alenti lift hand rest-handle arm so that the
patient can hold on to it.
8 Raise the Alenti lift until the patient's feet are free from the
standing and raising aid.
9 Remove the sling from the patient.
Make sure the patient is in an upright position in the centre
of the seat with his or her:
• buttocks at the back of the seat,
• back against the backrest and
• hands on the hand rest.
Continue with the steps on the next page.
10 WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the patient is
positioned correctly and that the safety belt is
being used, properly fastened and tightened.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the
device, make sure that the armrest are folded
down during transfer.
Fig. 3