Arjo Sara 3000 Installation guide

KKX81010M-EN
Issue 3
October 2006
Sara 3000
TM
Operating and Product
Care Instructions

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The policy of Arjo is one of continuous
development and we therefore reserve the
right to make technical alterations without
notice. The content of this publication may not
be copied either whole or in part without the
consent of ARJO.
This product has been manufactured for ARJO
by :
Medibo Medical Products N.V.
Heikant 5
B-3930 Hamont-Achel
Belgium
‘Sara 3000’ and ‘ARJO’ are registered
trademarks of GETINGE AB.
The SARA 3000 is produced in Belgium by
MEDIBO MEDICAL PRODUCTS for GETINGE
AB and sold under the ARJO brand.

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SECTION Page
No.
Foreword................................................ 4
Safety Instructions ................................. 5
Intended use 5
General safety instructions 5
Symbols and definitions used 6
Product lifetime 6
Parts description / legend...................... 7
Product description and handling
instructions ............................................ 8-13
Installation instructions.............................. 8
Features and functions .............................. 8
Control Handset 8
Dual control switch 8
Emergency stop button 8
Automatic cut-out 8
Automatic stop function 9
System Failure Lower Override 9
Battery Discharge Indicator 9
Hour Meter 9
Chassis Castor Brakes 9
Foot Support 9
Lower Leg Straps 9
Adjustable Width Chassis Legs 9
Checklist before use.................................. 10
Preparation for transfer.............................. 10
Using the Standing sling and the Transfer
sling ........................................................... 10-13
Scale ...................................................... 14-17
Resident scale ........................................... 14
Re-verification ........................................... 14
Display symbols / functions ...................... 15
Use - method A ......................................... 16
Use - method B ......................................... 16
Scale battery installation / change ............ 17
Care of your scale ..................................... 17
Battery Charging.................................... 18-19
Desinfection, cleaning and maintenance 20-21
General Equipment Care ........................... 20
Daily checks............................................... 20
Servicing advice......................................... 20
Parts list and diagrams.............................. 23
Periodic Testing......................................... 21
Environmental advice ................................ 21
Slings ......................................................... 21
Care and preventive maintenance 22
Preventive maintenance schedule............. 22
Labels..................................................... 23
Technical Specification.......................... 24-26
Problem Solving / Trouble shooting ...... 27
Adresses ................................................ Cover
Contents

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Thank you for using SARA 3000.
If you would require information, further to
these Operating and Product Care
Instructions, or replacement parts, please
contact your local ARJO representative who
can provide comprehensive support and
service programs to maximize the long-term
safety, reliability and value of your SARA 3000.
If there is anything in these Operating and
Product Care Instructions that is confusing or
difficult to understand, please contact your
local ARJO representative.
Contact details appear on the back cover of
this document.
Should any other information (e.g. a video or
abbreviated Guidelines For Use) accompany
these Operating and Product Care
Instructions, please note that they do not
replace the information in this booklet as the
latter also contains important safety
instructions. Any abridged guidelines are not a
replacement of the full instructions for SARA
3000, its parts and ARJO sling. Before
operating SARA 3000 be sure that you read,
understand and follow all the instructions and
guidelines for both SARA 3000 and the ARJO
sling
Foreword

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Intended use
SARA 3000 is a mobile raising aid, with a Safe
Working Load of 200 kg (440 lbs), intended to
be used for raising to a standing position and
short transfer of residents (e.g. raising from
bed and transit to wheelchair, or from
wheelchair to toilet) in hospitals, nursing
homes or other health care facilities where the
resident has been clinically assessed to
correspond to the following categories;
Category C
- Sits in a wheelchair
- Is able to partially bear weight on at least one
leg.
- Has some trunk stability
- Dependent on carer in most situations
- Physically demanding for carer.
- Stimulation of remaining abilities is important.
SARA 3000 shall always be handled by a
trained caregiver, continuously attending to
the resident, and in accordance with the
instructions outlined in these Operating and
Product Care Instructions.
SARA 3000 is intended to be used with clip
slings only -except for the ‘Transfer Slings’
which also have loops for attachment of the leg
flaps to the central lug situated on the resident
support arms.
Use slings that are designed for SARA 3000.
Warning: Before attempting to use
SARA 3000, a full clinical assessment of
the resident his/her condition, and
suitability must be carried out by a
qualified person.
Caution: Although it is manufactured to
a high standard, the Sara 3000 and its
accessories shall not be left for
extended periods in humid or wet areas.
Do not under any circumstances spray
the Sara 3000 or accessories (excluding
slings or ARJO approved wet
environment equipment) with water,
such as under the shower.
General Safety Instructions
Any references made to the ‘resident’ or
‘patient’ in this document, means the person
being raised.
Warning: READ BEFORE USE.
Before using your SARA 3000 you must
read and fully understand these
Operating and Product Care
Instructions. You must be trained on
SARA 3000, and any accessories, as
well as its functions and controls.
The Operating and Product Care Instructions
are mandatory for the safe and effective
handling of Sara 3000, including the safety of
the resident and the caregiver.
Warning: Only Medibo Medical
Products N.V. designated parts,
designed for the purpose shall be used
for SARA 3000 to avoid injuries
attributable to the use of inadequate
parts.
Unauthorized modifications or repairs
on SARA 3000 may affect its safety and
will invalidate any warranty. Medibo
Medical Products N.V. will not accept
responsibility for any accidents,
incidents or lack of performance that
occur as a result of any such
unauthorized modification or repair.
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Symbols and Definitions used in this
document
Attention special disposal requirements
Recyclable goods
Type B protection against eletrical shock in
accordance with IEC 601-1
Read instructions before use
Definitions
Warning: Means: Failure to follow these
instructions may result in injury to
yourself or others.
Caution: Means: Failure to follow these
instructions may cause damage to the
product(s).
Product Lifetime
Expected operational life of SARA 3000 is
150 000 lifting cycles, providing the product has
been regularly serviced and maintained as
indicated in these instructions (see the “Care and
Preventive Maintenance” section in particular).
The actuator shall be replaced every 50 000 lifting
cycles.
The operational life of the slings is dependent on
the actual use conditions.
Therefore, before use, always make sure that the
sling loops and straps do not show signs of fraying,
tearing or other damage and that there is no
damage, (i.e. cracking, bending, breaking) to the
attachment clips. If any such damage is observed,
do not use the sling.
The slings need to be cleaned, maintained and
inspected in accordance with the ARJO Sling
Information documents, and this document.
Other consumable parts, e.g. batteries, slings, etc..
are also subject to wear and their expected
operational life is dependent on usage.
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1. Clip Attachment Points
2. Battery Pack
3. Steering Handgrips
4. Control Handset
5. Motor/Actuator
6. Knee Support
7. Foot Support
8. Rear Castors with Brake
9. Stop Button (red) and Reset Button (green)
10. Dual Up/Down Control
11. System Failure Lowering Override
12. Battery Discharge Indicator and Hour Meter
13. Base of Chassis
14. Chassis Vertical Mast
15. Scale Unit Display (if fitted)
16. Front Castors
17. Battery Release Button
18. Resident Support Arms
19. Resident Support Grips
20. Clips
21. Leg Flaps
22. Loops
23. Anti-skid Back Support
24. Padding
25. Chest Fixation Strap
Parts designation / legend
Fig. 1
Control Panel
Transfer Sling
Standing Sling
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Parts referred to in this manual

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Installation Instructions.
The Sara 3000 is delivered to you in fully
assembled state.
Unpack the battery pack supplied, and fully
charge it for a minimum of 24 hours, see
“Battery Charging” section.
When the battery pack is fully charged,
disconnect the electric power, remove the
pack from the charger, and insert it fully back
into the Sara 3000 battery compartment
located at the rear of the mast.
Features and functions
Control Handset: A semi-remote control unit
attached to the Sara 3000 by an extending
cable. The handset controls are for the raising
/ lowering and chassis leg opening/closing
functions. Direction arrows adjacent to the
buttons indicate each function (see Fig. 2). If
pressure is released from any button during
use, the powered movement will stop
immediately.
“Raise” button “Lower”
“Chassis legs
open” button
“Chassis legs
close” button
Fig. 2
Dual control switch:- as an option to the
semi-remote control handset, the raising and
lowering of the resident support arms can be
controlled from this switch, situated on the
front of the electronics/battery compartment.
A label adjacent to the switch is for function
identification (see Fig. 1). This switch will
function even if the handset cable has been
unplugged.
Emergency Stop Button (red) (see Fig. 1): If
you have to immediately stop any powered
movement, (other than by releasing pressure
on the button on the control handset), press
the red “stop button” located on the control
panel above the battery. This function can also
be used to ensure that powered operation
cannot accidently start when either using the
Sara 3000, or leaving it in storage or
unattended.
Once the red Stop Button has been operated,
the green reset button has to be pushed into
reset the red stop button. Now the Sara 3000
can be operated again.
Warning: The caregiver shall be aware
that from the moment the lowering and
raising functions are used, the resident
support arms shall follow the
movement of the used function.
If the resident support arms do not
follow the movement indicated by the
use of the pressed control button,
release the button immediately and
check for obstructions.
Before removing the obstruction, make
sure the resident will be supported and
in a safe position at all time.
The following safety features have been put in
place;
Automatic Cut Out - for use when Raising:
(see Fig. 1) (not a caregiver / operator control
but a function built into the electronics)
If the equipment is inadvertently overloaded
(trying to raise a resident heavier than
permitted), an automatic ‘cut out’ operates to
prevent the Sara 3000 lifting a load in excess of
the safe working load; this will stop the lift
motion automatically. If this automatic cut out
occurs, the electronics will reset when the
button on the handset is released. After this,
the resident can be lowered, by pressing the
“lower” function button on the handset.
Remove the resident from the equipment.
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Automatic Stop Function - for use when
Lowering: (see Fig. 1) Great care shall be
taken not to lower the resident support arms
onto the resident or any other obstruction,
particularly when the resident is standing up
and weight bearing. If this shall happen, the
motor will continue to run but downward
movement will be blocked by the obstruction.
If this occurs, release pressure from the
“lower” button immediately and operate the
“raise” button until the equipment is clear.
Then remove the obstruction.
System failure lower override: This can be
used in the event of main control failure. In the
unlikely event that the control handset or dual
control feature fails to operate the Sara 3000,
with a resident still supported by the sling,
provision for lowering has been made, using
the system failure lower override, situated on
the actuator,
(see Figs. 1 & 3).
A label situated on the control collar is for quick
and easy recognition (see Fig. 3) To operate
this function, pull the slide control upwards
until the resident’s own weight enables the
mast to slowly lower. To cease lowering
release the slide control. Only use this function
in the event of normal control failure, do not
use it for normal function lowering.
Warning: Before operating the ‘system
failure lower override’ to lower a
resident, always ensure that a chair or
suitable support is underneath ready to
support the resident.
Fig. 3
Battery Discharge Indicator: (see Fig. 1) This
is a small LED display, located on the battery
pack holder, which shows the charge
condition of the battery.
Hour Meter: (see Fig. 1) This is a small LCD
display which shows the total duration of
powered operation (in hours). This is primarily
intended as an aid to service engineers and to
help the caregiver calculate maintenance
intervals.
Chassis Castor Brakes: The chassis rear
castors have brakes which can be foot
operated if required (see Fig. 4), to keep the
Sara 3000 in position.
Fig. 4
Foot Support: For positioning before and
supporting the resident’s feet during raising
and transfering.
Lower Leg Straps: Accessory used to ensure
that the lower parts of the resident’s legs stay
close to the knee support. They pass around
the knee supports, then around the resident’s
lower calves. To fasten, click the strap into it’s
socket as with a seatbelt. Ensure that the
straps are firm but comfortable for the
resident.
Adjustable Width Chassis Legs: To open the
chassis legs to any variable width, press the
appropriate button on the control handset.
When pressure is released from the button,
movement will stop and the chassis legs will
remain securely in position.
The resident shall be transferred with the
chassis legs closed, as this will be easier to
maneuver through doorways, etc.
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Warning: The resident and/or caregiver
shall never place their feet or any other part
of their body in the area between the foot
support and chassis legs when the chassis
legs are closing.
Check list before use
For a list of what to check before use, please
read the “Care and Preventive Maintenance”
section of this document.
Preparation before transfer
Before approaching the resident, the
caregiver shall always tell the resident what
they are going to do, and have the correct size
sling ready.
If required, the chassis legs may be opened to
go around a chair, wheelchair or to avoid bed
legs or any other obstruction
Although a resident can be put into the sling
with the Sara 3000 close by, it may be easier to
do so with the Sara 3000 moved away.
For the transfer of residents and use of various
slings refer to the instruction provided by the
manufacturer of the sling.
Warning: Adjust the height of the
resident Support arms to avoid
approaching the resident at eye level.
Make allowances for the resident’s
arms and any obstructions, such as
chair arms, fixed handrails, shower
grips, etc.
Using Standing Sling or
using Transfer Sling
For more information on slings, please read the
sling documentation that was delivered with
the sling, and the sling label.
Fig. 1 shows a Transfer Sling and a Standing
Sling, and their different parts referred to in this
manual.
Warning: An assessment must be made
for each individual resident being raised by
the SARA 3000 -by a medically qualified
person- as to whether the resident requires
the lower leg straps when using the
standing sling. Use if necessary, e.g. with
unruly residents, residents with spasms,
etc. that were assessed as suitable to be
raised with the SARA 3000 .
Do not use the leg fixation strap when
using the Transfer sling.
The top of the sling can be recognised by the
washing label which is placed on the outside
top rim of the sling.
Encourage the resident to lean forward slightly
to enable the sling to be placed around his/her
lower back (see Fig. 6). Position the sling
around the resident’s back so that the bottom
of the sling lies horizontally about two inches or
five centimeters above the resident’s waistline,
with the resident’s arms outside the sling.
Ensure that the support strap is separated and
brought loosely around the body, and is not
twisted or trapped behind the resident’s back.
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When applying the transfer sling, take each leg
section of the sling in turn and slide under each
leg, (see Fig. 5).
To fasten the support strap securely, press the
buckles (if available) or velcro (if available)
together. The strap shall be tight, but
comfortable for the resident. See fig 9.
Remember to tighten the strap once the
resident becomes raised from the chair.
The sling may be applied before or after the
Sara 3000 is brought into position.
Fig. 6
Warning: The sling chest support strap
must always be applied and fastened
when using the sling.
The sling support strap will help to support the
resident in the sling during the raising
procedure. The strap also retains the sling in
the correct position around the resident.
If the Sara 3000 is not already close to the
resident, bring it to the resident.
Apply the clips to the attachment points, and
secure them for safety by pulling the clips as
shown in Fig. 7.
Fig. 7
When using the transfer sling; identify the
attachment loop on each leg-side -left and
right- of the sling and attach them on the
central lug located in between the resident
support arms, positioned towards the resident.
(see Fig 8)
Product Description and Handling Instructions
Fig. 5
Fig. 8

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When the resident is ready, help or allow the
resident to place his/her feet on the foot
support. Push the Sara 3000 toward the
resident to easily assist with this.
If required, the chassis legs may be opened to
go around a chair, by operating the
appropriate control button.
Carefully push the Sara 3000 in closer to make
full lower leg contact with the knee support.
(see Fig. 9)
Warning: Always check that all the sling
attachement clips are securely
connected and fully in position before
and during the lifting cycle, and in
tension as the resident’s weight is
gradually taken up.
Make sure each clip is attached to the
correct clip attachment point on the
resident support arms, and each loop is
attached correctly and secure onto the
lug should the Transfer Sling be used.
The resident then must hold on to the resident
support grips with one or both hands. The
resident is then ready to be raised (see Fig 10).
Operate the button on the handset or dual
control panel to raise the resident just clear of
the chair, then stop the equipment by letting go
of the button. (See Fig. 2).
Fig. 10
When raising the resident with a standing sling,
the resident’s body posture shall go from
seated to standing position. When raising the
resident with a transfer sling, the resident’s
body posture shall go from seated to seated /
recumbant position.
The resident’s body will be supported by the
sling under the armpits, at the lower back and
the chest. When raising with the transfer sling,
the resident’s lower body will also be
supported.
When raising with the standing sling, if the
resident is able to offer some assistance to
stand, this may be beneficial for resident
confidence and muscular exercise. Encourage
the resident to give as much assistance as
possible to raise from the chair and/or steady
themselves. Ensure resident lies back against
sling at all times.
When raising with the transfer sling, the
resident shall not aid in being raised.
When using the transfer sling, do not raise the
resident higher than seating position, as doing
so will not be comfortable for the resident.
Use the raise button on the control handset to
raise the resident to a suitable and comfortable
height for the particular function (see Fig. 11).
If the handset control button or the dual control
button is released during a function, powered
motion will stop immediately.
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When using the standing sling, the resident
can be raised to a fully standing position (see
Fig. 12).
Warning: The resident’s feet shall
always remain in full contact with the
foot support.
When raising, check to ensure that the
resident’s feet do not lift from the foot
support. If they do, lower the resident
immediately until resident’s feet fully
reach the foot support.
If residents can stand sufficiently well and lock
their knees in the normal way when fully raised,
their knees may come away from the knee-
support and they will be able to lean back into
the sling.
Residents who can only hold on to the resident
support grips with one hand, such as those
who have suffered a stroke, may still be raised
with the Sara 3000, but their disabled arm shall
be held down in front of the body during the
raising by the caregiver (or a second
caregiver), while their functioning hand holds
the resident support arm in the normal way.
Now transfer the resident to desired position
such as the toilet, wheelchair, chair, bed, etc.
The resident shall not be transferred over long
distances.
The transfer shall be performed with the
chassis legs closed, as this will be easier when
maneuvering through doorways, etc.
While the resident is raised, make any
necessary adjustments to clothing,
incontinence pads, etc., before lowering again.
Use the control handset to carefully lower the
resident.
Apply the foot operated rear castor brakes to
keep the Sara 3000 in position.
Warning: When lowering the resident
back into a seated position, ensure that
the resident is positioned in such a way
that the resident is fully supported by
the seat, chair, toilet, etc. the resident is
lowered on. Great care shall be taken
not to lower the resident support arms
onto the resident or any obstructions.
Remove the sling when the resident is seated
by opening chest support strap, then pull the
clips of the sling upward to unlock them from
the resident support arms.
Warning: Do not attempt to release the
attachment clips, loops or the Chest
Fixation Strap (see Fig. 1) while the
resident is supported by the sling.
Product Description and Handling Instructions
Fig. 12
Fig. 11

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Resident scale (if fitted)
1.
Key
1. Scale display unit
2. Operating button and visual display
3. Load cell cover
4. Label on console
Do not touch mast during weighing process.
If your Sara 3000 has been fitted with the ARJO
Scale, this gives your Sara 3000 the added
advantage of being able to weigh residents as
they are raised.
Scale
Verification labels/seals E.C. Units
only
After verification, the following marks will be
found on the scale unit, specific marks for the
EU are in italic typeface :-
• CE mark (signifying compliance with
Council Directive 93/42/EEC for medical
devices and Council Directive 90/384/EEC
for non-automatic weighing instruments,
followed by the two digits of the year in
which it was affixed.
• Verification scale interval.
• The identification number of the notified
body that has carried out the EC
surveillance.
• A green sticker bearing a capital letter ‘M’ in
black signifying that the scale is suitable for
an approved application in accordance with
Council Directive 90/384/EEC.
• The number of the EC type approval
certificate.
• The accuracy class.
• A seal bearing the identification and number
of the verification body.
Re-verification
Approved application
Serial
No.
Verification seals (typical)
Battery
size
Rating
Fig. 14
Re-verification of approved weigh scales
must be carried out in accordance with local
authority rules (as specified by each country).
If the seals are broken (e.g. during repair or
replacement of the scale unit) then the scale
must be disqualified and not used again until
re-verification has been carried out.
1.
2.
3.
Fig. 13
4.
Warning: The scale has been designed
to only weigh hospital or care facility
residents under the supervision of trained
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Display symbols/functions
The scale has an LCD which displays various
numbers and symbols which are described
in Fig. 15.
1. Upper indicator
Shows weight in kilograms or pounds.
2. ( - )
Shows, when weight is negative. (See section
Weighing with the resident already suspended
in the sling.)
3. Menu functions
Shows “Operation” function.
Other functions are only available when
calibrating.
4. Mode display
‘B/G’ indicates Gross Weight
‘NET’ indicates Net Weight
5. Battery symbol
If on - battery power is low. (Approximately 1
hour of operation left).
All digits flashing- batteries are exhausted.
6. Lock symbol
Input password. (Only available for special
and configuration functions. Contact ARJO
Service Department if a password is required).
7. ‘Zero’symbol
Displayed when the Scale is in zero range, ±
25g .
8. Dual range symbol (example)
L/H switched on : range 1 : e is 100g
L/H switched off : range 2 ; e is 200g
9. Min symbol
Displayed when the load is below 2kg.
10. Max symbol
Displayed when the load is above 190kg. If the
Scale is overloaded, remove the load
immediately. Do not move the Scale/
equipment until the symbol is switched off.
11. Trend indicator
Visual weighing range indicator. Blocks are
displayed which increase from left to right as
loading increases.
12. Unit of measurement
The unit of measurement for an official use in
hospitals in Europe is in kilograms only and
can not be changed. In any other case the unit
of measurement can be changed from “kg“
into ”lbs” and vice versa by pressing the
operating button for a minimum of 10
seconds.
Scale
3. Menu
function
4. Mode
display
5. Battery
symbol
1. Upper indicator
11. Trend indicator
12. Unit of
measurement
(kg)
10. Maximum symbol
9. Minimum symbol
8. Dual range
scale
7. ‘Zero’ symbol
6. Lock symbol Fig. 15
2.

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There are two methods to weigh the resident:-
Method ‘A’ - Weighing before the
resident is standing on the footrest.
Press the scale operating button (see Fig. 16).
Scale Operating Button Fig. 16
With agitated residents, the caregiver shall
wait until the resident is calm before
attempting to weigh.
A display test is performed, all segments of the
display are shown for approximately one
second.
The display will show ‘WAIT’ and after some
seconds will display the mode that the scale is
in.
Hang the sling to be used over the resident
support arms, and press the operating button
again.
The scale will display ‘NET 0.0’ (see Fig. 17).
Fig. 1
Fig 17
Remove the sling and position it around the
resident, as in normal raising procedure.
Raise the resident until clear of any
obstructions e.g. bed, chair, floor etc.
Do not press the button again - the number
displayed will be the weight of the resident.
For European scales only: If the word TILT
appears on the display, move the Sara 3000 to
a position where the floor surface is on a level
acceptable for the scale to operate correctly.
Do not touch or lean on the resident, or the
Sara 3000 itself during the weighing operation,
as the mast and resident support arms are
integral parts of the weighing equipment.
The scale, once switched on will operate for 6
minutes. After this time, the scale will
automatically switch off. If this happens,
press the button again.
Caution: Do not overload the scale. If
the scale unit displays ‘MAX’, lower the
resident immediately onto a bed/chair.
The scale can be ‘re-netted’ during operation.
Caution: Do NOT hold the scale display
unit or the mounting tube to assist in
manoeuvring the Sara 3000.
Method ‘B’- Weighing with the
resident already standing on the
footrest.
Ensure the resident is raised and clear of any
obstructions, e.g. bed, chair, floor etc.
Press the scale operating button (see Fig. 16).
With agitated residents, the caregiver shall
wait until the resident is calm before
attempting to weigh.
A display test will be performed, all display
segments are shown for approximately one
second.
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The display will show ‘WAIT’ and after some
seconds will display the mode that the scale is
in.
Ignore the weight displayed, and press the
operating button again.
The scale will display “NET 0.0” (see Fig. 17).
Caution: Do not overload the scale. If
the scale displays ‘MAX’, lower the
resident immediately onto a bed or
chair.
Lower the resident to a suitable position and
remove the sling.
Hang the sling over the resident support arm
only.
The weight is displayed, and, although having
a minus (-) sign in front of it, is the weight of the
resident.
Remove the sling.
If the word TILT appears on the display, move
the Sara 3000 to a position where the floor
surface is on a level acceptable for the scale to
operate correctly.
The scale, once switched on will operate for 6
minutes. After this time, the scale will
automatically switch off. shall this happen,
press the button again.
Do not touch or lean on the resident, or the
Sara 3000 itself during the weighing operation.
Ensure that no part of the resident touches the
mast or resident support arms during
weighing, as the resident support arms are an
integral part of the weighing equipment.
The scale can be re-netted during operation.
Caution: Do NOT hold the scale display
unit or the mounting tube to assist in
manoeuvring the Sara 3000.
Scale battery installation/change
Push-on
connector
4 Batteries
Cover
Battery holder
Fig. 18
If the battery symbol is displayed on the scale
LCD, there is enough power left for
approximately 1 hour of operation.
To change the batteries:-
Open the battery compartment cover, by firstly
removing the two screws using a small bladed
screwdriver. Remove the cover.
Pull out the battery holder carefully.
Disconnect the push-on connector from the
end of the battery holder if necessary.
Remove the existing batteries from the battery
holder and replace using four “AA” size
batteries or equivalent, ensuring correct
polarity (shown on the holder).
Replace the battery holder and refit the battery
compartment cover and tighten the screws.
If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, this will
not damage the circuit board.
Rechargeable batteries may be used,
however, the operating time of the scale
between charges will be shorter than if non re-
chargeable batteries are used
Care of your scale
The scale is adapted to the same conditions as
the Sara 3000. For cleaning instructions see
the ‘Desinfection, cleaning and maintenance’
section in the main operating instructions
issued for your Sara 3000.
Apart from cleaning and battery changing, no
other special maintenance shall be required.
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The Sara 3000 incorporates a battery
discharge indicator, situated on the rear of the
battery/electronics compartment (see inset to
Fig. 1) .
It is recommended that the battery is removed
from the equipment and recharged when the
battery discharge indicator LED displays
orange light.
Recharging the battery pack before it reaches
a low state of battery charge or certainly totally
discharged will prolong its life.
To ensure the Sara 3000 is always ready for
use, it is recommended that a freshly charged
battery pack is always available. This is
achieved by having additional battery packs
available and keeping one on charge while the
other is in use.
It may be considered good protocol to have a
freshly charged battery ready for the start of
every work shift.
Warning: Do not crush, puncture, open,
dismantle or otherwise mechanically
interfere with batteries.
Should the battery casing become
cracked, and electrolyte come into
contact with skin or clothing, wash
immediately with water.
If the electrolyte contacts the eyes,
wash immediately with copious
amounts of water, and seek medical
attention.
No smoking or naked flames in battery
vicinity.
Do not charge batteries in a sealed
container.
Do not place batteries near, or dispose
of, in a fire.
Do not short circuit a battery.
Do not store batteries at temperatures
in excess of 60°C (140°F).
Warning: The battery charger is for use
only with batteries that are supplied by
ARJO to be used with the Sara 3000.
To avoid overheating, the charger must
not be covered while in use.
Do not attempt to open or tamper with
the charger unit in any way, for any
repair the charger must be sent to the
manufacturer.
The mains electricity socket must be easily
accessible. Remove the connection plug from
the socket.
When disposing of batteries, contact the
appropriate local authority for advice.
The abbreviation ‘Pb’ shown adjacent to the
recycling and trash bin symbols on the battery
pack label is the element symbol for lead, and
indicates that the battery contains lead and
therefore should not be disposed of in the
normal manner but must be recycled.
Do not expose the charger unit to dust.
Place the battery pack on charge as
follows:
When the battery discharge indicator LED on
the Sara 3000 displays orange, complete your
lift cycle then take the Sara 3000 to a
convenient situation and remove the battery
pack by holding the grip handle on the top and
lift clear (see Fig 19).
Fig. 19
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Take the battery to the battery charger unit,
ensure the charger is not connected to the
mains and plug the charger into the battery.
Place the battery pack on the charger as
follows:
Insert the battery pack into the charger unit in
a manner similar to installing it in the Sara 3000
and push it firmly in. The charging connector
will automatically couple. Then switch on the
power.
A yellow light will be displayed on the charger
unit when the battery is totally or partially
discharged. This will change to a green light
when the battery is fully charged, indicating
that the charger has automatically switched to
‘trickle charge’ (keeping the battery at a full
level of charge).
There is no on/off switch. To stop the charger
from working disconnect the main plug from
the supply socket when not in use.
Charger
Unit LED
Light
Fig. 20
A discharged battery shall be left approximately 8
hours to totally recharge.
Warning: Hold the pack firmly when
taking it out and putting it back into the
Sara 3000 or with the battery charger,
to ensure it does not drop and become
damaged, or cause personal injury.
The battery pack may be left connected to the
charger unit when it is fully charged without
being damaged by overcharging, this will also
ensure the battery is kept fully charged.
Caution: Always disconnect the mains
supply before disconnecting the battery
from the charger unit.
When the battery pack is fully charged,
disconnect the power, remove the pack from
the charger, and insert it back into the Sara
3000.
An electrical connection is made
automatically.
Ensure the green Reset Button is pressed in.
The Sara 3000 is now ready for use.
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General equipment Cleaning and
Care
How often the following actions are taken
depends on how often the equipment is used.
Unless otherwise stated, before each and
every use follow the cleaning, care and
inspection procedures described in this
section.
Caution: It is recommended that
equipment, accessories and slings
supplied by ARJO are regularly cleaned
and/or disinfected between each
resident use if necessary, or daily as a
minimum. If the slings and equipment
need cleaning, or are suspected of
being contaminated, follow the cleaning
and/or disinfection procedures
recommended below, before re-using
the equipment. This is especially
important when using the same
equipment for another resident, to
minimise the risk of cross infection.
For cleaning your equipment and accessories
wipe down with a damp cloth using warm
water to which a disinfectant/cleaner has been
added e.g. “ARJO CLEAN” - disinfectant/
cleaner or equivalent.
For disinfection of contaminated equipment
and accessories, use the preferred method of
wiping the product completely with “hard
surface disinfectant wipes” that are supplied
impregnated with a 70% v/v solution of
Isopropyl Alcohol.
A rubbing action will be necessary when using
the wipes to promote effective disinfection of
the surfaces.
70% v/v Isopropyl Alcohol wipes have been
proved to be effective against MRSA and
several other micro-organisms under light
soiling conditions.
Warning: Do not soak the product
which could cause corrosion.
Caution: If a hot air dryer is used to dry
the equipment, the temperature must
not exceed 80°C (176°F).
Do not use petroleum based solvents or
similar, since this may damage plastic
parts.
Warning: Cleaning and disinfection
products must be used in accordance
with the manufacturers instructions and
suitable eye, hand and clothing
protection must be worn at all times
when handling disinfectants.
Daily checks
Please read the Care and Preventive
maintenance section of this document for
instructions on what needs to be checked
daily.
Warning: Ensure that the castors are
firmly secured to the chassis.
Carefully inspect all plastic parts, in
particular where there is personal
contact with the resident’s body,
ensure that no cracks or sharp edges
have developed which could injure the
resident’s skin or become unhygienic.
Check that all external fittings are
secure and that all screws and nuts are
tight.
Servicing Advice
Warning: ARJO recommends that Sara
3000 be maintained at regular intervals.
See Preventive Maintenance Schedule
section in this document.
Disinfection, Cleaning and Maintenance