Atom Medical Corporation Neo Cot User manual

This Operation Manual deals with the specifications, operations, and maintenance of the Neo Cot, and indicates precautions
for using the unit safely. Read this Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with its contents before operating the unit.
●The unit you purchased may slightly differ from the content of this Manual due to product revisions, etc.
●Atom is by no means responsible for any malfunction arising from a user ignoring the instructions for operation and
maintenance described in this Manual.
Keep this Manual where it is readily accessible for reference when needed.
CAUTION
The unit is shipped without being disinfected. Be sure to clean and disinfect the unit before using it for the
first time after purchase.
[1]INTENDED USE
The Neo Cot is intended to be used for safely holding neonates and observation.
[2]DEFINITION OF SYMBOLS
Symbol << Title >> and indication
<< General attention >>
Indicates unspecified general warning or caution.
<< General prohibition >>
Indicates unspecified general prohibition.
<< General instruction >>
Indicates unspecified general action on the part
of the user.
<< Date of manufacture >>
Indicatesthedatewhentheunitwasmanufactured
in the factory.
Symbol << Title >> and indication
<< Load capacity >>
Indicates the maximum load capacity.
<< Manufacturer >>
This symbol indicates the name and the
address shown adjacent to the symbol is of the
manufacturer.
<< Authorised representative in the european community >>
This symbol indicates the name and the address
shown adjacent to the symbol is of the authorised
representative in the European Community.
[3]SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please follow the operating instructions described in this Manual for the safe use of the unit.
The unit should be used only for its intended use.
3-1. WARNING
Do not give a shock to the unit or let it hit anything.
The screws or fixed parts may become loose, which can cause injury.
Do not allow maintenance or repair by a party other than technical personnel belonging to or authorized
by Atom.
The screws or fixed parts may become loose, which can cause injury.
Do not use the unit with two or more infants.
It is designed for one infant. Using the unit with two or more infants may cause damage to it or make it fall down, which can
cause injury.
3-2. CAUTION
Place the unit on a stable surface.
Placing the unit on an unstable platform or a tilted surface will cause it to fall or drop and may hurt someone.
When operating the unit, perform an adequate safety check of the surrounding area.
Otherwise the unit may hit something or fall down, which can cause injury.
Do not climb on or lean on the unit. Do not apply a load of 5 kg or more to the handle.
Otherwise the unit may fall down or drop down, which can cause injury.
Use the transparent cot with the correct orientation.
Failure to do so may cause injury.
Be sure to cover the mattress with an appropriate mattress sheet.
Operation Manual
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ORIGINAL

[4]Parts Identication
①
②
④
③
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
⑩
No. Name No. Name No. Name
①Transparent cot ⑤Height adjustment lever ⑨Caster
②Mattress ⑥Adjustable support column ⑩Cot lock levers
③Tilt lever ⑦Handle
④Mattress platform ⑧Base cover
[5]Preparation before Use
5-1. Locking the Transparent Cot
After placing the transparent cot on the mattress platform, rotate the
four cot lock levers on the mattress platform 90 degrees to lock them, as
indicated by the pink guide marks.
CAUTION
•After locking the transparent cot, make sure to conrm that it is
locked securely in all four locations.
•Before using the unit, make sure to conrm that the transparent
cot is locked securely in all four locations.
•Before using the unit, conrm that the transparent cot and enclosure
are free of damage and deformation.
Cot lock lever
Guide mark
●Unlocked ●Locked
5-2. Locking the Caster
After moving the unit to the desired position, lower the four caster
stoppers to the lock position. To unlock a caster, raise the stopper.
CAUTION
•After locking the caster, make sure to conrm that it is locked se-
curely in all four locations. ●Unlocked ●Locked
Stopper

[6]Operation Method
6-1. Tilting the Mattress Platform
To tilt the mattress platform to an arbitrary angle, pull up and unlock the
tilting lever at the front of the mattress platform.
CAUTION
•Do not apply more force than is necessary when tilting the mattress
platform.
•Before using the unit, conrm that the mattress platform can be
smoothly tilted and that it locks when tilted.
6-2. Adjusting the Height of the Mattress Platform
To unlock, pull up the height adjustment lever on the side of the mattress
platform.
To raise the height of the mattress platform, grip the lever and apply a
small amount of force to lift it up. To lower the height of the mattress
platform, grip the lever and push down the edge of the mattress platform
in its center as indicated in the diagram on the right.
CAUTION
•Do not apply more force than is necessary when adjusting the
height of the mattress platform.
•To lower the height of the mattress platform, push down the edge
of the mattress platform in its center. Trying to push down the front
of the mattress platform will apply too much force to the unit, and
may cause it to break.
•Before using the unit, conrm that the height of the mattress plat-
form can be smoothly adjusted and that it locks when adjusted.

[7]Cleaning and Disinfection
CAUTION
Clean and disinfect the unit whenever you notice dirt or stains which might cause an infection.
The unit is shipped without being disinfected. Be sure to clean and disinfect the unit before using it for the
first time after purchase.
See the accompanying document of the disinfectant you are going to use for appropriate concentration,
contact time and handling. Follow the directions for use and dosage and precautions given in the document.
Clean and disinfect the unit whenever you use it for another infant.
Obtain a soft clean cloth and a disinfectant solution for cleaning and disinfection.
■Recommended disinfectant solutions include:
●Benzalkonium chloride aqueous solution (e.g. Osvan)
●Benzethonium chloride aqueous solution (e.g. Hyamine)
●Chlorhexidine aqueous solution (e.g. Hibitane)
Do not use any abrasive cloth, cleaner, alcohol, acetone or other solvent for cleaning and disinfection. Do not autoclave.
Never use the above agents undiluted.
7-1. Caster
If hair or dust is stuck in the wheels of the caster, remove it with tweezers, etc., and wipe the wheels with a soft cloth,
etc. dampened with disinfectant solution.
7-2. Mattress
Do not tumble dry the mattress cover or the mattress filling. Doing so may cause it to shrink or warp.
When washing the mattress filling, wash it in water or immerse it in a disinfectant solution, and dry it in the shade.
[8]Disposal
The medical institution concerned is responsible for proper disposal of the main body and old parts past their expected
life span in accordance with applicable waste disposal laws and regulations.
[9]Technical Data
Tilt angle 0-12 degrees (freely adjustable)
Caster 10cm in diameter, double-wheel (4 wheel stoppers)
Load capacity 10kg (above mat)
Dimensions 96cm (W) •45cm (D) •62-82cm (H)
Weight Approx. 27kg
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Operating conditions Ambient temperature 18 to 30ºC
Relative humidity 30 to 75%
Atmospheric pressure 70 to 106kPa
Storage conditions Ambient temperature 0 to 50ºC
Relative humidity 30 to 75%
Atmospheric pressure 70 to 106kPa
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11.2016. Printed
Atom Medical Corporation maintains a continuing product improvement program, and therefore the equipment actually purchased
and received may differ in specications and/or conguration from that shown in the catalogue.