Arjo Malibu User manual

Malibu / Sovereign
(2021 Edition)
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
04.AZ6.00_2EN • 06/2021

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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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Contents
Foreword............................................................................................. 4
Intended Use ...................................................................................... 5
Safety Instructions ............................................................................. 6
Preparations ....................................................................................... 7
Parts Designation ............................................................................... 8
Product Description/Functions ......................................................... 10
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub variants: ............................................. 10
Hand Control ............................................................................... 10
Control Panel ............................................................................... 10
Patient Lock-out .......................................................................... 11
Battery Back-up (Optional) .......................................................... 11
Pop-up Drain Control Knob ......................................................... 12
Emergency Stop Function ........................................................... 12
Armrests ...................................................................................... 12
Attach and Remove the Seat ...................................................... 13
Neck Pillow .................................................................................. 14
Auto Flush Function .................................................................... 14
Auto Fill Function ......................................................................... 14
Scalding Protection ..................................................................... 15
Temperature Display ................................................................... 15
Shower ........................................................................................ 15
Safety Belt ................................................................................... 16
Disinfection Unit (Optional) .......................................................... 18
Transfer Chassis (Optional) ........................................................ 18
Transfer Chair ............................................................................. 19
Air Spa System Operation (option) .............................................. 20
Connect the Transfer Chair to Lifting Arm ........................................ 21
Disconnect the Transfer Chair to Lifting Arm ................................... 22
Assisted Bathing with Transfer Chair ............................................... 24
To the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub ................................................ 24
From the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub ............................................. 28
Home Care Use ............................................................................... 30
Space Requirements in mm. around the Bathtub ....................... 31
Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions ............................................. 35
Care and Preventive Maintenance ................................................... 43
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 48
Technical Specifications ................................................................... 50
Labels .............................................................................................. 54
List of Standards and Certificates .................................................... 56
Electromagnetic Compatibility .......................................................... 57
Parts and Accessories ..................................................................... 60

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Thank You for Purchasing Arjo Equipment
Your Malibu/Sovereign® bathtub is part of a
series of quality products designed especially
for hospitals, nursing homes and other health
care uses.
Please contact us if you have any questions
about the operation or maintenance of your
Arjo equipment.
Please Read this Instructions for Use
Thoroughly!
Please read this Instructions for Use (IFU) in
its entirety before using your
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub. Information in this
IFU is crucial to the proper operation and
maintenance of the equipment, will help
protect your product, and make sure that the
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 Arjo
equipment may affect its safety. Arjo 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 Arjo representative if any
unexpected operations or events occur. The
contact information appears on the last page
of this IFU.
Serious Incident
If a serious incident occurs in relation to this
medical device, affecting the user, or the
patient then the user or patient should report
the serious incident to the medical device
manufacturer or the distributor. In the
European Union, the user should also report
the serious incident to the Competent
Authority in the member state where they are
located.
Foreword
Service and Support
A service routine must be performed on the
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub to make sure the safety and
operating procedures of your product.
See section Care and Preventive Maintenance on
page 43.
If you require further information, please contact Arjo for
comprehensive support and service programs to
maximize the long-term safety, reliability and value of the
product.
Contact Arjo for replacement parts. Contact information
appears on the last page of this IFU.
Symbols definition 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:
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 this equipment must also have
read and understood the instructions in these
Instructions for Use (IFU).
If there is anything that remains unclear, contact
your Arjo representative.
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub is intended for
assisted bathing and showering of adult patients in
care facilities or in home care environment. The
transfer chassis (optional) is intended for indoor use
only.
Malibu/Sovereign 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 IFU.
The Malibu/Sovereign should only be used for the
purpose specified in the IFU.
Any other use is prohibited.
Patient Assessment
We recommend that facilities establish regular
assessment routines. Caregivers must assess each
patient according to the following criteria prior to
use:
• The patient must be able to sit in an upright
position, normally defined as active or semi-
active.
• The patient’s weight must not exceed
130 kg.
• The patient must understand and be able to
respond to instructions to stay seated in an
upright position.
• The patient’s length must be in the range of
140 and 200 cm.
If the Patient does not meet these criteria an
alternative equipment/system should be used.
Installation requirements
The equipment must be installed by appropriately
trained personnel according to the Assembly and
Installation Instructions. Requirements in the
Assembly and Installation Instructions can only be
superseded by local code.
Expected Service Life
The expected service life of Malibu/Sovereign is the
maximum period of useful life.
The expected service life of this equipment is ten
(10) years, the expected service life of the seat is
five (5) years and two (2) years for the safety belt.
The expected service life is stated providing that the
preventive maintenance are being carried out in
accordance with the instructions for care and
maintenance in the IFU.
Depending on level of wear some equipment parts
such as hand control and castors on the transfer
chassis (optional) may need to be replaced during
the equipment life time according to the information
in the IFU.
This bath system must only be used for the purpose
specified here.

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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 falling, make sure that the patient
is positioned in accordance with this IFU.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure the patient always
remains in a seated position.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment, make sure the path of the
movement is free from obstacles.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment of the patients or
caregivers legs or feet, make sure that they are
kept clear of all obstacles.
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 explosion or fire, never use the
equipment in oxygen rich environment, in
presence of heat source or flammable
anaesthetic gases.
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, never use other
electrical equipment near this device other than
specified in the IFU.
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always follow
the disinfection instructions in this IFU.
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°).

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Preparations
Site Preparations
Prior to installation of the Malibu/Sovereign
bathtub the floor and walls within the required
area must be finished.
See the instruction in the Site Preparation.
Actions Before the First Use (9 steps)
1 Make sure that the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub has
been installed according to the Assembly and
Installation Instructions.
2 Check that all parts of the product are supplied.
Compare to section Parts Designation on page 8.
If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use
the product.
3 Read the IFU.
4 Perform a functionality test according to section
Perform functionality test: on page 45.
5 Clean and disinfect the product according to
section Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions on
page 35.
6 Choose a designated area, where the IFU should
be kept and is easily accessible at all times.
8 Make sure the thermostatic mixer has been
calibrated according to the Assembly and
Installation Instructions by an Arjo technician or
qualified personnel.
9 Make sure to have a rescue plan ready in case of
a patient emergency.
Actions Before Every Use (4 steps)
1 Check that all parts are in place. Compare to
section Parts Designation on page 8.
2 Check Malibu/Sovereign bathtub and
accessories for damage.
3 If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use
the product.
Before every use, make sure the
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub is cleaned and
disinfected according to section Cleaning and
Disinfection Instructions on page 35
7WARNING
To prevent scalding, make sure that the
thermostatic mixer has been calibrated.
Confirm that responsible organization has
established calibration routines.
4WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination always
follow the disinfection instructions in this
IFU.
NOTE
If you have any questions, please contact
your local Arjo representative for support
and service. The contact information (Arjo
addresses) is listed on the last page of this
IFU.

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Parts Designation
1Malibu/Sovereign bathtub
2 Control panel
Basic (No integrated disinfection)
Assisted (Integrated disinfection with/without Air
Spa)
A) Mains power indicator
B) Battery level (Battery optional)
C) Patient lock out
D) Knob for setting of water temperature
E) Bathtub water temperature display
F) Scalding temperature indication
G) Filling/shower temperature display
H) Shower on/off
I) Bathtub filling on/off
J) Air Spa system on/off and speed regulation
(optional)
K) Lower bathtub
L) Raise bathtub
M) Disinfection (optional)
3 Filling spout
4 Emergency stop
5 Pop-up drain control knob (built-in surface
overflow outlet)
6 Shower handle and holder
7 Armrests
8 Lifting arm
9 Transfer chair
10 Safety belt
11 Hand control
12 Disinfection unit door (optional)
13 Side cover (optional)
14 Corner cover (optional)
15 Side cover
16 Back cover (optional)
17 Front cover
18 Disinfection spray handle (bathtub with
disinfection)
19 Disinfectant bottle (bathtub with disinfection)
20 Flow meter (bathtub with disinfection)
21 Drain pipe
22 Air Spa system nozzles - 8 nozzles (optional)
23 Water level sensors
24 Hand control holder
25 Transfer chair / Commode seat
26 Neck pillow
27 Driving handles
28 Transfer Chassis (optional)
Type B
Applied part; protection against electrical
shock in accordance with IEC 60601.

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Product Description/Functions
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub variants:
• Basic - No disinfection
• Assisted - Integrated disinfection with/without Air
Spa
Hand Control
The hand control can be placed in the holder in the centre of
the front panel when not in use. See Fig. 1
Lift in
Push and hold the Lift in button and the lifting arm will
complete a full sequence of movement; from outside the
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub, over the bathtub edge and into the
bathtub. See Fig. 2
Lift out
Push and hold the Lift out button and the sequence will be
performed in the reverse order. See Fig. 3
Make sure the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub is in the lowest
position with the chair in the bathtub before trying to lift out
(rotate) the chair. If not in the lowest position the LED for
lowering the bathtub on the control panel will light up.
Control Panel
Lower/Raise the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub
Push and hold the lower Malibu/Sovereign bathtub button (A)
to lower the bathtub. See Fig. 4
Push and hold the upper Malibu/Sovereign bathtub button (B)
to raise the bathtub.
NOTE
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub must be set in its lowest
position before the rotation of the chair with the Lift in/
out buttons can be used.
NOTE
A slight jerk can follow the start of lift rotation movement
into the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub. It is totally normal.
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
Fig. 4
A
B

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Patient Lock-out
Push and hold the patient lock out button (A) for 3 s and it will
disable all panel and remote buttons, preventing involuntary
activation of functions. Patient lock-out is indicated by a yellow
LED (B). See Fig. 1
Push and hold for another 3 s to re-enable all the functions.
Battery Back-up (Optional)
A battery will work as a back-up if there is a power failure. It is
possible to help a patient out of a Malibu/Sovereign bathtub
during that time.
It will be possible to lower the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub, raise
and rotate the lifting arm with the transfer chair out of the
bathtub.
If the battery fails to work during a power failure
(no LED indication), contact your Arjo technician.
The battery must be checked and replaced through a yearly
check by authorized personnel, according to section Care and
Preventive Maintenance on page 43.
LED Indications See Fig. 2
Mains power status
No LED Mains off
Green LED Mains on
Battery Charging Status
(mains on - with or without battery)
Green LED flashing Battery is charging
Green LED Battery OK
Battery Status (mains off)
Green LED Battery OK
Yellow LED Battery low.
No LED Battery is empty and needs
replacement or no battery is
connected. No operation is
possible.
Fig. 1 B
A
Fig. 2
LED indicating
battery charging
status and
battery status
LED indicating
mains power

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Pop-up Drain Control Knob
Open and close the drainage plug by turning the pop-up drain
control knob in the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub.
See Fig. 1
The pop-up drain control knob is also equipped with a built-in
surface overflow outlet.
Emergency Stop Function
In case of emergency, all function can be stopped by pushing
the red emergency button. See Fig. 2
Do not use the emergency stop as an ON / OFF button as it
disables the auto flush function.
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Armrests
For easier user access, fold back the armrest.
See Fig. 3
The armrests are detachable for easier cleaning access.
To attach the armrest to the transfer chair, first hold the armrest
with the handle pointing upwards. Guide the armrest slots onto
the transfer chair. Then, fold the armrest forward. See Fig. 4
NOTE
To reset the emergency stop function, turn the red
emergency button clockwise until it pops up.
NOTE
Do not leave the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub with the
emergency stop pressed down since it will disable the
auto flush function.
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 the patient from falling out of the device, make
sure that the armrest are folded down during transfer.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
2
1
Fig. 4

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Attach and Remove the Seat
Attach (4 steps)
See Fig. 1
1 With both hands start pushing the front end of the seat
against the front frame.
2 Push down the bent part of the seat.
3 Push one side around the armrest and make sure it snaps
into place.
4 Repeat on the other side.
Remove (2 steps)
See Fig. 2
1 With both hands detach the seat on each side around the
armrest.
2 Repeat on the other side.
3 Pull the bottom of the seat straight up
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

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Neck Pillow
A pillow gives comfort and support during the transfer and
bathing. See Fig. 1
(A) Preferably used if the patient is short or when the pillow is
used and the transfer chair is being detached.
(B) Preferably used with tall patients.
Auto Flush Function
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub is equipped with an auto flush
function that prevents stagnating water in the water system.
The auto flush function (which lasts for about 30 s) will start
30 hours after the last use of the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub
and then every 24 hours if the bathtub is not used.
Auto Fill Function
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub is equipped with an auto fill
function, which is preset to a water level height in the bathtub.
• 285 mm for Malibu 1700
• 240 mm for Malibu 1600 and Sovereign.
Activate it by;
1 Pushing the bathtub filling button.
2 Once the filling level is reached, it stops by itself.
• Push the bathtub filling button again and filling continues for
another 60 s.
NOTE
Do not leave the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub with the
emergency stop pressed down since it will disable the
auto flush function.
NOTE
Make sure the shower handle is placed in its holder to
prevent water from ending up outside the Malibu/
Sovereign bathtub.
Fig. 1
A
B
A
B

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Scalding Protection
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub is equipped with an electronic
scalding protection that shuts off the water to the shower or
filling, if a dangerous temperature level is detected. The LED
between the displays lights up on the control panel and the
water gets shut off if a temperature above or equal to 45 °C is
detected, or earlier if there is a higher incoming water
temperature.
Temperature Display
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub has two temperature displays.
See Fig. 1
• The top display gives the current temperature of the water
in the tub. (A).
• The lower display gives the active filling or shower water
temperature (B).
Shower
The shower water temperature is adjusted by turning the
temperature setting knob. See Fig. 2
NOTE
Temperature readings occur on sequence why they
sometimes seem delayed. Please allow a few
seconds to stabilize between adjustments
NOTE
The shower handle should be placed in the holder after
every use. See Fig. 3
Fig. 1
B
A
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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Safety Belt
Attach and Buckle (4 steps)
1 Attach the safety belt to the chair by pushing the eyelets
over the knobs at the back of the chair.
See Fig. 1.
2 When buckling the safety belt: the arrow shape on the
larger buckle clip (A) shall be positioned on the front side of
the safety belt. See Fig.2
3 Buckle the safety belt by inserting the buckle clips into each
other. See Fig. 3
4 Unbuckle the safety belt by pressing the spring knobs at the
top and bottom of the buckle clips (A) and at the same time
pulling the buckle clips apart from each other. See Fig. 4
Adjust (5 steps)
1 Pull the fastening clips (A) and (B) apart by twisting the
smaller fastening clip (A) slightly upwards.
See Fig. 5
Continue with the steps on the next page.
WARNING
To prevent the patient from falling, make sure the
safety belts are undamaged. If damaged, do NOT
use the safety belts, replace with new ones before
use.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the patient is positioned
correctly and that the safety belt is being used, properly
fastened and tightened.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2 A
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
A
A
Fig. 5
B
A

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2 Loosen the safety belt by pulling the inner strap (A) at the
side and at the same time lifting the larger buckle clip (B).
See Fig. 6
3 Tighten the safety belt by pulling the outer strap (A) at the
side and at the same time holding the larger buckle clip (B).
See Fig. 7
4 Make sure the safety belt is firmly attached to the patient’s
body.
5 Lock the buckle clips by inserting the smaller buckle clip (A)
into the larger buckle clip (B). See Fig. 8
When not in use
• Make sure that the safety belt is buckled over the seat when
the transfer chair is not in use. See Fig. 9.
Remove
• Remove the safety belt by pulling it away from the knobs at
the back of the chair. See Fig. 10.
Fig. 6
B
A
Fig. 7
B
A
Fig. 8
B
A
Fig. 9
Fig. 10

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Disinfection Unit (Optional)
•
• The disinfection unit is located behind the cover of the front
panel.
• The disinfectant bottle is located behind a key lock inside
the disinfection compartment. See Fig. 1
• A flow meter (A) indicates the mix ratio that is adjustable
through the suction part on the bottle cap. See Fig. 2
• The disinfection spray handle has a trigger to regulate flow
control.
The bottle has a low level warning. The green LED on the
disinfection button flashes and makes a buzzer sound.
Transfer Chassis (Optional)
The transfer chassis is used in combination with the detachable
transfer chair. See Fig. 3
Apply the brakes on the castors: press the lower part of the
castor lock tab with your foot. See Fig. 4
Release the castor brakes: press the upper part of the castor
lock tab with your foot. See Fig. 5
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always follow the
disinfection instructions in this IFU.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
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70
60
50
40
30
20
A
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5

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Transfer Chair
Optional: The detachable transfer chair can be used with the
transfer chassis. See Fig. 2
To use transfer chair with a toilet
The transfer chair with transfer chassis may also be used over
a toilet. See Fig. 3
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 the patient from falling out of the device, make
sure that all catches are in a locked position. See Fig. 1
WARNING
To avoid entrapment or pinching of genitals, make sure
there is enough clearance during movement over the tub
edge, toilet, bedpan or other furniture.
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 2

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Air Spa System Operation (option)
The Malibu/Sovereign bathtub with Air Spa system allows the
patient to sit comfortably and enjoy a gentle massage. See
Fig. 1 and 2
The massage effect is obtained by injecting air through air jets
into the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub water.
• The Air Spa system shuts off after 15 minutes.
• The Air Spa system has two different intensity settings.
How to use the Air Spa System (3 steps)
1 Push the Air Spa system ON/OFF button on the control
panel and the air blower will start at minimum speed.
2 The intensity of the air stream will increase by pushing the
button again.
3 Push the button again to stop.
NOTE
Operating the Air Spa system with soapy water can
cause excessive foaming.
Fig. 1
Air Spa system outlets on the
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub
Fig. 2
Air Spa system outlets on the
Sovereign bathtub