ARJO HUNTLEIGH Lifeguard LG20 User manual

Lifeguard LG20 & LG50
Instructions for Use
...with people in mind
746-158-08CN.REG • 04/2016

Lifeguard LG20 & LG50
Instructions for Use
...with people in mind
746-158-UK_08 • 10/2015

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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Contents
1.Introduction...........................................................................3
2.Clinical Applications ............................................................4
3.Operation...............................................................................5
4.Accessories.........................................................................19
5.Decontamination.................................................................21
6.Care and Preventive Maintenance ....................................23
7.Warranty and Service.........................................................25
8.Dimensions and Data .........................................................26

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Warnings and Cautions
WARNINGS given in this manual identify possible hazards in
procedures or conditions which, if not correctly followed, could result in
death, injury or other serious adverse reactions.
Cautions given in this manual identify conditions or procedures which,
if not correctly followed, could result in equipment failure or damage.
Notes given in this manual (indicated by ) are used to explain or
amplify a procedure or condition.
Optional items not fitted to all trolleys are indicated by 
General Warnings
WARNING
The age, size and condition of the patient should be assessed
by a competent clinically qualified person before using the
trolley, giving particular consideration to appropriate use of
the safety sides.
Do not use accessories that are not designed or approved for
use with the trolley.
Always apply the brakes when the trolley is stationary.
Raise the safety sides before moving the trolley with a patient.
Children and restless or disorientated patients should not be
left unattended at any time.
Before turning (rolling) a patient on the trolley or performing a
lateral transfer, adjust the mattress platform to a comfortable
working height; be aware that the trolley may overbalance if
the patient’s weight is not evenly distributed across the
mattress platform.

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1. Introduction
This manual gives instructions for the use and maintenance of the
Lifeguard®patient trolleys, model numbers LG20 and LG50.
All models have a radio translucent mattress platform. A full-length X-
ray cassette tray can be supplied as an option.
Model LG20
Model LG50

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2. Clinical Applications
Area of Use A & E departments, admissions, day surgery and
general hospital areas.
Indications The trolleys may be used for general and emergency
admissions, examination, diagnostic X-ray and
initial treatment.
They are also appropriate for patient transfer
between departments, wards and theatre.
Contra-
indications Maximum safe working load
for Model LG50 is 250 kg.
Maximum safe working load
for Model LG20 is 180 kg.

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3. Operation
Safety For the safety of operator, patient and equipment:
Always use a mattress of the correct size and
type for the trolley.
Do not expose the equipment, especially the
mattress, to naked flames, cigarettes etc.
Before operating the trolley, make sure that the
patient is positioned correctly to avoid
entrapment and imbalance.
When the trolley is operated, check that no
obstacles are in its path.
Keep these instructions handy for reference.
Push Bar
Handles To adjust the height of the handles, press the spring-
loaded release button (1) and raise or lower the
handle as required (2). Let go of the button to lock
the handle in the high or low position.
Push Bar Handles

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Brakes and
Steering
Linked brake pedals are situated at the head end of
the trolley; model LG50 has additional pedals at the
foot end.
When the pedals are horizontal, the castors are free
to rotate and swivel.
When the pedals are in the BRAKE position, the
brakes are applied on all four castors.
When the pedals are in the STEER position, one
foot end castor is prevented from swivelling and the
trolley can be pushed from the head end.
Easitrack® Fifth
Wheel Steering
System 
When the pedals are in the STEER position, the
central fifth wheel is prevented from swivelling; the
trolley will keep on a straight course in any direction
and can be steered by pivoting about the fifth wheel.
FREE BRAKE STEER
LG50 Brake and Steering Control
FREE BRAKE STEER
LG20 Brake and Steering Control

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Height and Tilt
Adjustment
Model LG50
The height and the tilt angle of the mattress platform
are adjusted using a group of five foot pedals on
either side of the trolley. The three pedals with a
black in the bottom row are used to raise the
platform. The two pedals with a red in the top row
are used to lower the platform.
LG50 Height and Tilt Control Pedals
Tilt Adjustment To raise one end of the platform: Operate the
‘raise’ pedal (black ) nearest that end of the trolley
with a pumping action.
To lower one end of the platform: Press down on the
‘lower’ pedal (red ) nearest that end of the trolley
and keep it pressed.
There is an additional ‘lower’ pedal (red ) that enables
head down tilt to be applied from the head end of the trolley.
Height Variation To raise the platform: Operate the central ‘raise’
pedal (black ) with a pumping action.
To lower the platform: Press down both ‘lower’
pedals (red ) and keep them pressed.
If the platform is raised or lowered when tilted, the
tilt angle will be maintained until the leading end
reaches the limit of travel, when the platform will
return to the horizontal condition.

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Height and Tilt
Adjustment
Model LG20
Tilt Adjustment The angle of head down tilt is adjustable by raising
the lever located just underneath the head end of the
mattress platform.
LG20 Tilt Adjustment
Take the weight of the mattress platform and raise
the lever, then lift or lower the mattress platform to
adjust the amount of tilt. Release the lever when the
required angle has been reached.
Height Variation The height of the mattress platform can be adjusted
from either side of the trolley by using the two foot
pedals A and B.

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LG20 Height Adjustment
To raise the platform: Operate the foot pedal A
with a pumping action.
To lower the platform: Raise pedal A or press
pedal B down and keep it pressed. Release the pedal
when the platform is at the desired height or has
reached the lowest position.

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Backrest
The amount of effort needed to raise or lower the backrest will
vary depending on patient weight and mobility. With a very
heavy patient, the backrest may fall quickly if it is not
supported when released.
To adjust the backrest: Grasp the handle firmly,
press the release knob and lift the backrest assisted by
the gas spring or push it down against the action of the
gas spring. Let go of the release knob to lock the
backrest at any angle.
Backrest Adjustment

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Safety Sides To raise the safety side: Hold the top rail and lift
until it locks into position at maximum height.
To lower the safety side: Hold the top rail with one
hand, pull the release button at the foot end and
lower the rail toward the head.
Safety Side Release Button

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X-Ray
Photography 
The mattress and platform are radio translucent. A
full-length cassette tray can be included as a factory-
fitted option, which can be accessed from either side
of the trolley.
To load or unload cassettes: Lower the tray by
turning the handles at both ends of the trolley to the
vertical position. Load or unload the cassette and
raise the tray again by turning the handles to the
horizontal position.
Raising and Lowering the X-Ray Cassette Tray
Mattress The mattress is secured to the platform by means of
VELCRO® tapes on the mattress underside and the
laminate top.

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Oxygen Therapy
Equipment
WARNING
Ensure that the oxygen line does not become entangled or trapped
which could cause damage to the line or loss of supply.
Ensure that when the trolley is operated it does not collide with the
installed equipment, especially at low height.
Model LG50 A recess in the base of the trolley will accommodate a
size D, E or F oxygen cylinder. The stainless steel
liner can be lifted out for cleaning.
In addition, facilities are provided for the installation
and use of oxygen therapy systems. A short rail
(Medirail) is provided at the head end of the trolley to
accommodate the flow meter and injection suction
unit.
Mounting Rail (Medirail) at Head End

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Mounting Bracket in Base of Trolley
A universal mounting bracket is installed in the base
of the trolley to accept the suction receiver jar.
If the bracket is not already fitted, remove the plastic
cover from the hole in the base cover moulding and
attach the bracket with two 6mm Button Head
screws and nuts using the pre-drilled holes in the
base frame.

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Model LG20 The oxygen cylinder holder is mounted on the base
of the trolley. It will accommodate a size D, E or F
oxygen cylinder.
Oxygen Cylinder Holder Shown on LG20
There is an optional Medirail that can be attached to the head
end of the mattress platform on model LG20.
LG20 Medirail

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IV Drip Rod
MB-ACC32 Install the IV rod in one of the four tubular sockets at the
corners of the platform (1).
WARNING
The maximum total load on the hooks must not
exceed 5kg
The maximum load attached to the lower tube must
not exceed 10kg
To adjust the height: hold the telescoping rod firmly, loosen the
locking collar (2), lift or lower the inner rod as required (3) and
re-tighten the locking collar firmly (4). Fold out the hooks (5).
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IV Drip Rod Location and Operation
Be careful not to lift the IV rod out of the socket when raising the hook.

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Storage: Adjust the IV rod to minimum length and tighten the
locking collar.
The IV rod is stored in a recess on the base of the trolley
(model LG50) or in a tube underneath the mattress platform
(model LG20).
LG50 IV Rod Storage
LG20 IV Rod Storage