ARJO HUNTLEIGH Carevo User manual

...with people in mind
Carevo
04.BA.08_9US.CA September 2014
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

WARNING
To avoid injury, always read this Instructions for Use and accompanied documents
before using the product.
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Contents
Foreword ...................................................................................4
Intended Use .............................................................................5
Safety Instructions .....................................................................6
Preparations ..............................................................................7
Carevo Models ..........................................................................8
Carevo Directions ......................................................................9
Parts Designation ....................................................................10
Product Description / Functions ..............................................12
Control Panel .......................................................................12
Button Functions ..................................................................12
Castor Brakes ......................................................................12
Straight Steering Device ......................................................12
Emergency Stop Button .......................................................13
Safety Stop Function ...........................................................13
Ergo-access Area ................................................................13
Flexi Zone ............................................................................13
Comfort Handles ..................................................................14
Side Supports ......................................................................14
Adjustable Back Support .....................................................15
Attach/Remove Mattress .....................................................15
Drainage Plug ......................................................................16
Drainage ..............................................................................16
Head Pillow ..........................................................................17
Shower Handle Holder ........................................................17
Battery .................................................................................17
Transfer from Bed to Carevo ...................................................18
Transfer from Carevo to Bed ...................................................21
Transfer from Sling Lift to Carevo ...........................................24
Transfer from Carevo to Sling Lift ...........................................26
Shower the patient in the Carevo ............................................28
Home Care Use ......................................................................32
Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions ....................................34
Battery Instructions .................................................................38
Care and Preventive Maintenance ..........................................39
Alarms and Sounds .................................................................42
Troubleshooting ......................................................................43
Technical Specifications ..........................................................44
Dimensions .............................................................................46
Labels on the Carevo ..............................................................48
Approvals and List of Standards .............................................50
Electromagnetic compatibility ..................................................52
Parts and Accessories ............................................................54
ArjoHuntleigh Addresses .............................................Last page

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Foreword
Thank You for Purchasing ArjoHuntleigh
Equipment.
Your Carevo™ is a part of a series of quality
products designed especially for hospitals, nursing
homes and other health care use.
Please contact us if you have any questions about the
operation or maintenance of your ArjoHuntleigh
equipment.
Please Read these Instructions for Use Thor-
oughly!
Please read this Instructions for Use (IFU) in its
entirety before using your Carevo. Information in
this IFU is crucial to the proper operation and
maintenance of the equipment. It will help protect
your product and make sure that the equipment
performs to your satisfaction. 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 Carevo
every year by qualified personnel to make sure the
safety and operating procedures of your product. See
section, Care and Preventive Maintenance.
If you require further information, please contact
ArjoHuntleigh for 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. The contact information appear
on the last page of this IFU.
Complementary Information.
If a DVD accompanies this IFU, please note that the
DVD does 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 or equipment.
•
Means: This is important information for the correct use
of this system or equipment.
•
Means: This is information that will ease a certain task
in the work flow.
Means: The name and address of the manufacturer.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
TIPS

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Intended Use
This equipment must be used in line with its
intended use and in accordance with the
safety instructions.
If there is anything you are not sure about,
contact your ArjoHuntleigh representative.
This equipment is intended for assisted hygiene care,
especially dressing/undressing and showering of
patients in care environments like senior/assisted living,
group home, special care, nursing homes, hospitals and
home care.
The Carevo equipment 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.
The patient transfer to and from the Carevo can be
performed with a ceiling lift, mobile passive lift or by
lateral transfer to and from a bed, using an appropriate
sliding aid.
The Carevo should only be used for the purpose
specified in these Instructions for Use (IFU). Any other
use is prohibited.
Patient Assessment
We recommend that facilities establish regular
assessment routines. Caregivers should assess each
patient according to the following criteria prior to use:
• The product is intended mainly for patients who
are passive and totally dependent. To remain in a
safe laying position on the Carevo, the patient
must have limited physical capacity to move or be
able to understand and respond to instructions to
remain in such a position. If the patient does not
meet this description, an alternative equipment/
system shall be used.
• Prior to transfers and other patient handling,
assessment of the patient and environment shall
beperformedsothatstaffingis in accordance with
the need for the specific task.
• The patient weight shall not exceed 182 kg (400
lbs.)
• Theproductisintendedforpatientstallerthan 120
cm (3 feet 11 inches)
Lifetime of the Equipment
The expected lifetime of this equipment is ten (10) years
but 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 stated providing that the
preventive maintenance are being carried out in
accordance with the instructions for care and
maintenance in the Instructions for use (IFU).
Depending on level of wear some equipment parts such
as castors and mattress may need to be replaced during
the equipment lifetime according to information in the
Instructions for Use (IFU).

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Safety Instructions
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient
is not left unattended at any time.
WARNING
To avoid patient from falling out of the
device make sure that all side supports are
in a locked position.
WARNING
To avoid the device from tipping and the
patient from falling, do NOT use the
equipment on floors with recessed drains,
holes or slopes exceeding a ratio of 1:50
(1.15°).
WARNING
To avoid falling during a transfer always
make sure that the brakes are applied on
all equipment being used.
WARNING
To avoid the device from tipping and the
patient from falling, do NOT sit on the head
or foot end of the device.
WARNING
To avoid explosion or fire never use the
equipment in oxygen rich environment, in
presence of heat source or flammable
anaesthetic gases.
CAUTION
To avoid equipment damage only lift one
end (head end or foot end) of the Carevo at
a time. Never lift the foot end and the head
end at the same time.
CAUTION
To avoid equipment damage, never use
sharp objects in the presence of the
Carevo. It can cause punctures on the
mattress.

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Preparations
Actions Before the First Use
(11 Steps)
1 Visually inspect Carevo for transport damage.
2 The package should be recycled according to
local regulations.
3 Check that all parts of the product are supplied.
Compare with the Parts Designation in this IFU.
If any part is missing or damaged - do not use the
product!
4 Read the IFU.
5 Unpack the battery charger. For charging and
charger installation instructions see NEA 8000
Battery Charger IFU.
6 Charge the battery for 24 hours.
7 Perform a functionality test on the Carevo. See
section, Care and Preventive Maintenance.
8 Disinfect the product. See section, Cleaning and
Disinfection Instructions.
9 Prepare an area that is dry, with good ventilation
and out of direct sunlight for storage of the
Carevo.
10 Choose a designated area where the IFU should
be kept, accessible at all times.
11 Make sure to have a rescue plan ready in case of a
patient emergency.
Actions Before Every Use (5 Steps)
1 Checkthat all parts are inplace. Compare with the
Parts Designation list in this IFU.
2 Carry out a thorough inspection for damage,
including mattress punctures.
3 If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use
the product!
5 Make sure that the battery is fully charged.See
NEA 8000 Battery Charger IFU.
4WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination always
follow the disinfection instructions in
this Instructions for Use.
NOTE
If you have any questions, please contact your
local ArjoHuntleigh representative for support
and service. The contact information
(ArjoHuntleigh addresses) is listed on the last
page of this IFU.

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Carevo Models
Carevo without adjustable back support (standard)
BAC1101-01 (Europe and North America)
BAC1102-01 (Japan)
BAC1103-01 (Australia)
Length: 2000 mm (78 3/4” inches)
Carevo with an adjustable back support
BAC1111-01 (Europe and North America)
BAC1112-01 (Japan)
BAC1113-01 (Australia)
Length: 2000 mm (78 3/4” inches)

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Carevo Directions
Position the patient in the Carevo with the patient’s head
towards the head end and feet towards the foot end. Make sure
the patient’s hips are centrally positioned over the flexi zone.
(See Fig. 1)
The caregiver needs to be positioned at the head end of the Carevo
during transport. In case of an emergency the caregiver will be
close to the emergency stop button. (See Fig. 2)
NOTE
Carevo is designed with a slight tilt down towards the
drain.
Fig. 1
Flexi zone
Foot end Head end
Fig. 2 Emergency
stop button
Transport direction

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Carevo includes the following parts:
1 Mattress
2 Control panels (one on each side support and head panel)
3 Head pillow
4 Opening handles
5 Castor brake lever (located all four castors)
6 Lower drainage
7 Drainage connection
8 Upper drainage
9 Lower drainage outlet
10 Mattress guide holes (one on each support plate)
11 Support plates
(one for the head end and one for the foot end)
12 Shower handle holder
13 Flexi zone
14 Comfort handles
15 Head panel
16 Side support (one on each side of the Carevo)
17 Pillar
18 Castor base
19 Drainage hose holders
20 Foot panel
21 Mattress guides
22 Drainage plug
23 Emergency stop button
24 Battery
25 Battery compartment
26 Straight steering lever (green lever on two castors)
Entire Product
Applied part: Type B
Protection against electric shock in accordance
with IEC 60601-1.
Parts Designation

11
3
8
7
9
23
15
12
6
12
21
8
18
25
17
19
4
5
24
10
22
2
20
11 13
16
14
26

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Product Description / Functions
Control Panel
The control panel is located on each side support and on the head
panel. There are two types of control panels depending on the
Carevo model. The models are:
•Carevo model without adjustable back support (See Fig. 1)
•Carevo model with adjustable back support (See Fig. 2)
Button Functions:
Press to raise the Carevo.
Press to lower the Carevo
Press to raise the adjustable back support.
Press to lower the adjustable back support.
Castor Brakes
The castor brakes are located on all four castors.
Apply the brakes:
Press down on the gray castor brake lever. (See Fig. 3)
Release the brakes:
Slightly kick up the gray castor brake lever. (See Fig. 4)
Straight Steering Device
Most often used when one caregiver is transporting the Carevo.
For easier manoeuvring in corridors and around corners, use the
straight steering device. The straight steering devices are green
and located on two castors diagonally from each other.
Apply the straight steering lever furthest away from where the
caregiver is standing. Do not apply both straight steering levers,
since it will make the Carevo hard to manoeuvre.
Apply straight steering: press down on the green straight
steering lever. (See Fig. 5)
Release the straight steering: slightly kick up the green
straight steering lever. (See Fig. 6)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6

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Emergency Stop Button
The emergency stop button is not intended to interrupt operation
during normal use. If, for any reason the Carevo does not respond
to the control panel, push the emergency stop button to stop any
movement. (See Fig. 1) Contact qualified personnel if that
happens.
If the emergency button is pushed in by accident, turn the
emergency stop button clockwise to reset it. The emergency stop
button will pop back out by itself.
Safety Stop Function
If the Carevo is stopped by an object during lowering, the safety
stopfunctionwillautomaticallybeactivated. Raise theCarevo and
move it away from the object and continue lowering.
Ergo-access Area
The ergo-access area is located in the middle of each side support.
(See Fig. 2)
It’s designed for the caregiver to be able to:
• stand in a more ergonomic posture and
• be able to reach the patient better.
Flexi Zone
The flexi zone is constructed as a suspension area to distribute
pressure on the patient’s lower back, coccyx and hips. (See Fig. 3)
For an optimal comfort level, position the patient’s buttocks
centrally in the flexi zone.
The mattress has a graphic outline with an illustrated human
figure on each side. Position the patient’s buttocks within the
graphic outline on the mattress. (See Fig. 4)
Bend the patient’s knee to better see if the patient’s buttocks are
positioned correctly within the graphic outline. Align the patient’s
hip crease with the illustrated human figures. (See Fig. 5)
TIPS
Usetheergo-access area tobetterreachthepatient.
Remember to move around the Carevo to avoid
twisting and leaning forward when standing in the
ergo-access area.
Fig. 1
Emergency stop symbol
Fig. 2
Fig. 4 Human figure
Human figure
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
Human figure

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Comfort Handles
There are two comfort handles located on the Carevo, one on each
side support. The patient can use the comfort handle as support
when laying on the side. Holding on to the comfort handle can add
a sense of security for the patient as well as a feeling of being able
to help out. (See Fig. 1)
Side Supports
The two side supports are there to secure the patient.
The side support has three positions: (See Fig. 2)
AInner position,
BOuter position
CDown folded position
Fold down the side support:
Lift both opening handles up on the side support and let the side
support fall towards you. (See Fig. 3)
Fold up the side support from down folded position:
Pull the side support up. Depending on the speed of the side
support being pulled, it can lock in either the outer or inner
position. For the outer position, pull up more slowly.
(See Fig. 4)
Change between inner position and outer position:
Lift the opening handles and raise/lower the side support to the
selected position until it locks and clicks into place.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the device
make sure that all side supports are in a locked
position.
TIPS
Before rolling a patient, adjust the side support to the
outer position for more space.
Fig. 1
AB
C
A
B
C
Fig. 2 View from head/foot end
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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Adjustable Back Support
Some Carevo models (BAC1111-01, BAC1112-01 and
BAC1113-01) are equipped with an electronic adjustable back
support. Use the control panels to operate the adjustable back
support. (See Fig. 1)
Press to raise the adjustable back support.
Press to lower the adjustable back support.
Attach/Remove Mattress
Attach:
Find the position of the drainage outlet and let the mattress
guides fall into the mattress guide holes located on the support
plates.
(See Fig. 2)
Remove:
1 Remove the drainage plug from the mattress.
2 Pull the mattress up and away from the support plates.
(See Fig. 3)
CAUTION
To avoid the Carevo adjustable back support from
electrical overheating during constant use of
lowering/raising, make sure to lower/raise the back
support for a maximum of 2 minutes. Then wait for
6 minutes before lowering/raising the back support
again.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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Drainage Plug
Place the drainage plug in the mattress drainage for shallow
bathing. Remove the drainage plug during showering.
(See Fig. 1)
The drainage plug is attached to the foot panel by a string. When
not in use let it hang freely.
Drainage
The Carevo upper drainage and a lower drainage is located
under the foot panel.
Remove the lower drainage:
Grab and squeeze the sides of the lower drainage connector and
pull it down. (See Fig. 2)
Attach the lower drainage:
Push the lower drainage with the drainage connector up to the
upper drainage until it clicks into place. (See Fig. 3)
Position of drainage hose during transport/storage:
Connect the lower drainage outlet to the drainage hose holder
located on the foot panel. (See Fig. 4)
Position of drainage hose during a shower:
Connect the lower drainage outlet to the drainage hose holder on
the castor base and position it over the floor drain
(See Fig. 5)
or
Completely remove the lower drainage and position the upper
drainage over a toilet or a flush sink. (See Fig. 6)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6

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Head Pillow
The head pillow is shaped to fit into the head end of the
mattress.Position it according to the illustration. (See Fig. 1)
The head pillow provides warmth and comfort for the patient.
Shower Handle Holder
The shower handle holder is located on each side support.
Attach the shower handle to the shower handle holder when
needed. (See Fig. 2)
• For the caregiver, the attachment will provide a better reach
of the shower handle during the shower routine.
• For the patient, the attached shower handle can be used to
sprinkle water over the patient, to keep him/her warm.
Battery
The battery is located under the head panel. Carevo uses the
NEA0100-083 battery. (See Fig. 3)
The rounded ridge of the battery needs to be upward when
inserting it into the Carevo battery compartment. (See Fig. 4)
Remove the battery by pulling it straight out.
Low charge warning
A buzzer sound will go off when the battery reaches a low
charge. The battery should then be recharged as soon as
possible.
For charger and charger installation instructions, see NEA 8000
Battery Charger IFU.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
Fig. 3

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Transfer from Bed to Carevo
Lateral Transfer (21 Steps)
(For lateral transfers always use a sliding aid. For sliding aid
instructions, see respective sliding aid IFU.)
1 Fold down the Carevo side support on the transfer side and
lower the adjustable back support, if available.
2 Apply the brakes on the bed.
3 Adjust the bed to an ergonomic height.
4 Place the sliding aid (tube/sheet) under the patient.
(Use local technique) (See Fig. 1)
5 Place a pillow under the patient’s head.
6 Fold down the bed rail on the transfer side.
7 Position the Carevo next to the bed’s transfer side.
8 Fold down the Carevo mattress on the transfer side. Press
down and fixate the Carevo mattress corners between the
head/foot panel and support plate. (See Fig. 2)
9 Adjust the Carevo height so that its slightly lower than the
bed. (See Fig. 3)
Push the Carevo against the bed
continue with the steps on the next page
NOTE
If there is a gap between the bed and Carevo, place
a sliding board in between the two to bridge the
gap.
10 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.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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Apply all four castor brakes on the Carevo.(See Fig. 4)
Transfer the patient with the sliding aid (tube /sheet) from
bed to the Carevo. Make sure to keep an eye on the patient’s
head during the transfer.
Examples of transfer with a sliding aids are:
• Tube (See Fig. 5)
• Sliding sheet (See Fig. 6)
13 If the mattress accidently gets bumped out of position, it
will create bumps under the mattress. This can be
uncomfortable for the patient to lie on. Make sure the
mattress is in its right position.
Forbetter comfort, position the patient correctly on the flexi
zone. Make sure the patient’s buttocks are within the graphic
outline on the mattress. (See Fig. 7)
The patient’s hip creases should be aligned with the illustrated
human figure. (See Fig. 8) Use the sliding aid to adjust the
patient’s position.)
continue with the steps on the next page
11 WARNING
To avoid falling during a transfer always make
sure that the brakes are applied on all equip-
ment being used.
12 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.
NOTE
The number of caregivers and their positions during
the transfer depends on the sliding aid being used
and the patient assessment.
14 WARNING
To make sure that the patient cannot slip out
through the side support, make sure that the
mattress sides are up and not folded underneath
the patient.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8

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15 Replace the bed pillow with the Carevo head pillow.
16 Remove the sliding aid from under the patient’s body.
(Use local technique) (See Fig. 9)
17 Release the castor brakes on the Carevo.(See Fig. 10)
Carefully move the Carevo away from the bed enough to
fold up the side support on the Carevo.(See Fig. 11)
19 Adjust the Carevo to an ergonomic height. (See Fig. 12)
20 Raise the Carevo adjustable back support, if available.
(See Fig. 12)
21 Transport the patient to the bath room.
18 WARNING
To avoid entrapment make sure to keep the
patient’s hair, arms and feet close to the body
and use designated grab supports during any
movement.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the
device make sure that all side supports are in a
locked position.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 12