Beka Hospitec AVERO Premium Plus User manual

AVERO Premium Plus
Lifting bath tub
Version 2.10 / English
Subject to technical modifications
2020-11-16
Operating manual
Original operating manual

BEKA Hospitec GmbH
Table of contents
1. Imprint ................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Acknowledgement ........................................................................................... 4
1.2 Manufacturer’s address ................................................................................... 4
1.3 TÜV quality seal .............................................................................................. 4
2. Introduction............................................................................................................ 5
2.1 Preface ............................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Liability and warranty....................................................................................... 5
3. Operating manual.................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Validity............................................................................................................. 6
3.2 Type plate........................................................................................................ 6
3.3 Description....................................................................................................... 6
4. Safety .................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Intended and appropriate use.......................................................................... 7
4.2Other prescriptions .......................................................................................... 7
4.3 Safety instructions ........................................................................................... 7
4.4 List of used safety instructions......................................................................... 8
4.5 Warnings ......................................................................................................... 9
5. Transport ..............................................................................................................11
5.1 Unpacking the product....................................................................................11
5.1.1 Removing the cardboard..........................................................................11
5.1.2 Loosening the product from the pallet......................................................11
6. Installation ............................................................................................................12
6.1 Electrical connection.......................................................................................12
6.2 Protective conductor.......................................................................................13
6.3 First start-up ...................................................................................................13
6.3.1 AVERO Premium Plus, floor mounting.....................................................14
6.3.2 AVERO Premium Plus, wall mounting .....................................................15
7. Operating elements and their function..................................................................17
7.1 Keypad for operating the bath tub functions ...................................................18
7.1.1 The height adjustment..............................................................................18
7.1.2 Display (2)/display (3)/display (4).............................................................19
7.1.3 Hand shower button (5)............................................................................19
7.1.4 Button Filling height 1 and Filling height 2................................................20
7.2 Mains/function LED (14) .................................................................................21

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7.3 Optional functions...........................................................................................21
8. Operation..............................................................................................................21
8.1 Prior to use .....................................................................................................21
8.2 During use ......................................................................................................22
9. Cleaning/Disinfection............................................................................................22
9.1 Cleaning the lifting bath tub ............................................................................23
9.2 Disinfecting the lifting bath tub........................................................................23
9.3 Sterilising the lifting bath tub...........................................................................23
10. Checks/tests ......................................................................................................24
11. Waste disposal ..................................................................................................25
11.1 Disposal of the packaging material..............................................................25
11.2 Disposal of the product................................................................................25
12. Troubleshooting/customer care service .............................................................26
13. Appendix............................................................................................................28
13.1 Technical data.............................................................................................28
13.2 Dimensions of the AVERO Premium Plus 190.........................................29
13.3 Dimensions of the AVERO Premium Plus 170.........................................30
13.4 Wiring diagram ............................................................................................31
13.5 Declaration of Conformity............................................................................32
13.6 Accessories/additional equipment ...............................................................33
13.6.1 Spare parts/consumables .....................................................................33
13.7 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................34
13.7.1 Replacing the hand shower ..................................................................34
13.7.2 Replacing the shower hose ..................................................................34
13.7.3 Replacing the hand shower support .....................................................35
13.7.4 Replacing the disinfectant shower ........................................................35
13.7.5 Replacing the disinfectant hose............................................................36
13.8 Electromagnetic Compatibility .....................................................................37
13.9 Journal ........................................................................................................41

Imprint
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1. Imprint
1.1 Acknowledgement
Dear customer, we would like to express our sincere thanks for the trust you have
placed in us by purchasing this BEKA Hospitec GmbH product. Our products are
manufactured and tested according to stringent quality criteria.
1.2 Manufacturer’s address
BEKA Hospitec GmbH
Am Rübenmorgen 3
35582 Wetzlar
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
1.3 TÜV quality seal
BEKA Hospitec GmbH is certified according to DIN EN ISO
13485 by TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH.
Therefore, the development, manufacturing, quality
assurance and service of our entire product range is subject
to high quality standards.

Introduction
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2. Introduction
2.1 Preface
A correct use of the device is imperatively in order to ensure its proper and safe
functioning. Please read the provided operating manual carefully and observe in
particular the therein contained safety instructions.
The maintenance, inspection, assembly and installation as well as well as further
technical interventions on the product must only be executed by BEKA Hospitec either
by specialised companies authorised to this effect by BEKA Hospitec. The operation of
the product as well as technical interventions on the product must only be carried out
by specially trained personnel.
2.2 Liability and warranty
▪On the basis of the information contained in this manual, the publisher accepts
no liability for damages resulting from improper, incorrect or inappropriate use
of the product. The product must only be operated by persons, who are familiar
with the manual and the product as well as the national regulations, laws and
prescriptions related to work, safety and accident prevention.
▪The manufacturer of the product is only responsible for the safety and the
reliability of the product, if regular functional tests and checks are conducted.
Operate the product only with original accessories, otherwise the
manufacturer’s liability will expire.
▪In case of technical interventions, such as extensions and fittings to our
products, which are not carried out by BEKA Hospitec either by a specialist
company authorised by BEKA Hospitec, all warranty rights on the modifications
as well as on the device or on the device function, which are related to the
modification, shall expire.
▪For damages resulting from the use of spare parts and accessories, which are
not authorized by the manufacturer, any further liability of the manufacturer
shall be excluded.
▪Please note that there might be minor differences between the images and
explanations contained in this manual and the actually supplied device. Subject
to technical modifications and error.
▪The product is equipped with “B”-Type applied parts. All exposed, touchable,
conductive parts are thereby considered as applied part.

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3. Operating manual
3.1 Validity
This operating manual contains information, which is required for the operation and
use of the product. In addition to the description of the equipment, the operating
manual also includes a number of abstractions and exemplary illustrations. The
equipment of the product therefore may differ in part from the descriptions and
illustrations. Furthermore, please observe also the manuals with regard to the cleaning
and the disinfection as well as the assembly and the disassembly of individual
components of the product.
Please read the operating manual and the safety instructions before starting to use the
product. Keep the operating manual near the device for future reference.
3.2 Type plate
This image shows the type plate.
The type plate is situated on the side of the
operating panel. The serial number (SN)
shown here, 0104.18.17, is merely an
example.
In case of queries, please mention the serial
number printed on the type plate of your
device.
Note: Because of legal regulations, it might
be required that the article number and the
serial number should be computer-readable
as well and therefore they might be printed on
the type plate in the form of a bar code as
well.
3.3 Description
In this manual, the product is called bath, lifting bath tub and tub. These names always
refer to the same product.

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4. Safety
4.1 Intended and appropriate use
The product has been designed for bathing and caring for patients in hospitals and
care centres.
The AVERO Premium Plus lifting bath tub may only be used for the specified purpose.
NOTE
The AVERO Premium Plus lifting bath must be used by
appropriately trained nurses with adequate knowledge of the
care environment, their usual practices and procedures, and in
accordance with the guidelines in the instruction manual.
In case of doubt, please consult the attending physician.
4.2 Other prescriptions
The product meets the current VDE-prescriptions 0100 and 0100-710. However, have
a specialist company check the compliance of your electrical installation with the
applicable prescriptions prior to operating and using the product. This requirement is
only applicable for Germany. In other countries, other requirements might be
applicable. Ask a qualified electrician to proceed with the installation in accordance
with the regulations applicable in your country.
4.3 Safety instructions
Please read the following safety instructions prior to using the product. All notes,
specifications and warnings mentioned on the device as well as in the present
operating manual must be imperatively respected and observed. The manufacturer
BEKA Hospitec shall not accept any liability for any damages, failures or faults caused
by improper operation or handling.

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4.4 List of used safety instructions
Please observe the accompanying documents/operating manual.
Warning Hazardous Area.
Applied part “Type B” to DIN EN 60601-1.
Special waste, no household waste.
The device and the packaging materials never must be disposed of
in the domestic waste stream.
CE-label in accordance with the EC-Directive on Medical Devices.
Solely intended for indoor use.
Protection class I
Do not put feet on the frame.
IPX4
Protection against the penetration of liquids: Protection against
water splashing from all directions.

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4.5 Warnings
Note
▪The product may only be operated by trained staff.
▪The bath tub may only be used for the specified purpose.
▪Protect the product against direct sunlight and heat.
▪The equipment is not authorised for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
▪Never exceed the duty cycle or the maximum load.
▪Never cover up, oversticker or change the slots and holes of the device.
▪Do not operate or store moisture-sensitive device in the vicinity of the bath tub.
▪Please ensure that the power supply is always switched on throughout the
treatment.
▪The operator must ensure that the area above and below the bath tub is free of
obstacles that could obstruct the free upward and downward movement of the
bath tub.
▪In order to prevent any electromagnetic interference (EMC), the simultaneous
use of short-wave or microwave therapy device in the immediate vicinity of the
device is strictly forbidden. Mobile telephony could also cause interference.
▪Route the mains and the connecting cable so that they cannot be damaged.
Damaged mains cables could cause fire or lead to electrocution and must not
be used.
▪The caregivers must protect their skin and eyes against concentrated
disinfecting and cleaning products. Use a face mask to protect yourself against
aerosols.
▪Check prior to each use that all visible parts are intact. The product must not be
used if any parts are damaged. Prior to each use of the device and its
accessories, the user must check the functional safety and the good condition
of the device and its accessories (visual check, functioning).
▪The product must be disinfected after each treatment.
▪Supervision of the caregiver is required throughout the treatment.
▪Please make sure that your feet are not located beside the bath tub before and
during the height adjustment procedure.
▪Do not stand between the bath tub and an obstacle during the transport
procedure.

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▪Check every month the pressure hoses for leakage, the connections for
tightness and the electrical connections (current and equipotential bonding) for
cable cracks.
▪The tub size reducer must be inserted in the opposite guides.
▪Repairs to components of the AVERO Premium Plus lifting bath tub are only
authorized by trained expert personnel. Please contact the after-sales service.
The opening the device or other accessories will lead to the expiration of all
guarantee, warranty and liability claims.
▪Please use only original accessories for the lifting bath tub.
WARNING
Prior to each application, the water temperature must be checked
manually (without wearing gloves) either with a thermometer.
CAUTION
In case of unusual noises, damages or malfunctions, the product
no longer must be used.
WARNING
Any unauthorized repairs, reconstructions and
modifications/alterations are not permitted for safety reasons and
shall exclude all liability of the manufacturer for the resulting
damages.
For damages resulting from the use of spare parts or accessories,
which are not authorized by the manufacturer, any further liability
of the manufacturer shall be excluded.

Transport
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5. Transport
Transport the lifting bath tub towards the planned place of installation. Use a lift truck
or similar for the transport. Position the bath so that it stands stable and cannot tilt.
5.1 Unpacking the product
To remove the packaging materials, you will need a cutter knife.
NOTE
Take care so as to not damage the product when using tools.
Do not cut with the cutter in the cardboard.
5.1.1 Removing the cardboard
Proceed in the following way to remove the cardboard:
•Cut the strap with the cutter knife
•Remove the strap
•Lift the cardboard up to remove it and put it aside
5.1.2 Loosening the product from the pallet
The bath tub is fixed to the pallet by means of a screw through the base.
Proceed in the following way to loosen the
product from the pallet:
•Use a battery-operated screwdriver
with suitable bit to unscrew the screw to
the left and put it aside together with
the washer.
•Repeat this procedure for all four feet.
After all fixations have been removed, you can lift
the bath tub from the pallet (at least 2 persons).
Remove the bubble wrap and the stretch film. Please
take care not to damage the surface of the bath tub with
the tools.

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6. Installation
The bath tub is supplied ready for use. Use the level and the wrench (SW 10) to
vertically align the bath tub. The tub legs can be screwed in or out to adjust their
height. Please make sure that all legs are in contact with the floor and that the bath tub
stands stable.
Prior to the assembly of the bath tub, the local connection pipes must be sufficiently
flushed before the tilting bath tub is connected. To avoid soiling of the pipes and
fittings, dirt filters must be installed on site.
NOTE
To connect the footbath to the water supply, dirt filters must be
used on site. Please contact your plumber to this effect.
The bath tub must be connected through ¾”hoses. Please observe the attached
connection diagram. The bath tub must be connected by a qualified and competent
professional.
6.1 Electrical connection
The connection of the bath tub must be executed in accordance with the technical
drawings issued by BEKA Hospitec either the guidelines for the set-up and layout of
wet areas and the current VDE standards.
CAUTION
All supply and drain hoses as well as the electrical cables must
be installed so as to avoid the danger of tripping.
The AVERO Premium Plus is connected to the power supply network through a shock-
proof protective socket featuring the legally prescribed splash guard (IP class), 230 V
AC/50Hz, 3 x 1.5 mm², 1.5 KW, 16 Ampere, fault-current circuit breaker 30 mA,
equipotential bonding (in Germany) to DIN VDE 0107. The bath tub must be
connected by a qualified and competent professional.

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6.2 Protective conductor
When protection class I equipment is used, the quality of the protective conductor of
the installation is highly important. Please note that in this respect regulations and
prescriptions have been specified in many countries by the national authorities.
WARNING
In order to avoid the risk of electroshock, the device only must be
connected to a power supply network with protective conductor.
6.3 First start-up
WARNING
The equipment is to be used exclusively in accordance with the
accompanying documents.
Only when these conditions are met, the manufacturer considers
himself responsible for the impact on the safety, the reliability and
the function of the device.
In the event of a new connection of an AVERO Premium Plus
lifting bath tub, the technical data must be observed.
WARNING
To prevent scalding, the hot/cold water mixer must be set up in
accordance with the local water supply prior to the first use.
Please consult the attached user manual to this effect.
The settings must be documented.
NOTE
In order to ensure a safe functioning and operation, we
recommend a regular maintenance and set-up of the thermostatic
mixer. These maintenance works are to be carried out by a
qualified technician.
Due to the relocation of the AVERO Premium Plus bath tub to
another room either changes to the local water supply, a
readjustment of the thermostatic mixer could be required.
CAUTION
Should your bath tub be equipped with an optional automatic
disinfecting unit, the latter must be set prior to the first use.
Please consult the attached user manual to this effect.

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6.3.1 AVERO Premium Plus, floor mounting
The bath tub requires additional fixation in order to avoid tilting. Please observe the
images below to this effect.
Components:
Tools:
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6.3.2 AVERO Premium Plus, wall mounting
The bath tub requires additional fixation in order to avoid tilting. Please observe the
images below to this effect.
Components:
Tools:
Image 1:
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Operating elements and their function
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7. Operating elements and their function
N°
Description
N°
Description
1
Tub handle
9
Eccentric operation (for bathtub drain)
2
Longitudinal grooves for inserting the
bath size reducer
10
Colour light therapy system (optional)
3
Hand shower
11
Air nozzles (optional)
4
Thermostatic mixer
12
Adjustable tub legs
5
USB-port sound system (optional)
13
Bath tub shortener (optional)
6
Keypad
14
Temperature sensor for the bath water
temperature
7
Aromatherapy system screw
connection (optional)
15
Eccentric plug with tub outlet
8
Tub inlet

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7.1 Keypad for operating the bath tub functions
N°
Description
N°
Description
1
Disinfection button
9
Button to increase the fan intensity
2
Hand shower temperature display
10
Colour light therapy button
3
Filling temperature display
11
Button to reduce the fan intensity
4
Bath water temperature display
12
Height adjustment button UP
5
Hand shower button
13
Height adjustment button DOWN
6
Filling button (filling height 1)
14
Mains/function LED
7
Filling button (filling height 2)
15
Disinfection LED
8
Air bubble bath system button
7.1.1 The height adjustment
By means of the buttons “Up” and “Down”, the height of the bath tub can be
individually adjusted. If you press the “UP” button, the bath travels up. If you
press the “DOWN” button, the bath travels down. When the end-of-travel
positions are reached, the travel movement is automatically switched off.

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7.1.2Display (2)/display (3)/display (4)
The integrated digital displays show the following:
➢Display (2) = hand shower temperature
➢Display (3) = filling temperature
➢Display (4) = bath water temperature
The temperature is displayed in steps of 0.5 °C.
If the measured temperature exceeds 42 °C or 45 °C, the message “HOT” is
alternately displayed on the screen with the temperature.
The temperature is displayed in the range of 2.5 °C (32.5 °F) to 64.0 °C (99.5 °F).
If the temperature is lower than 2.5 °C, “tLO” is displayed.
If the temperature is higher than 64.0°C, “tHI” is displayed.
7.1.3Hand shower button (5)
The hand shower is switched on and off by means of button (5).
The hand shower is automatically switched off, when the hand shower’s temperature
exceeds 42 °C (scalding protection, alternating display with “HOT”).
If the scalding protection is active (temperature display alternates with “HOT”), the
hand shower can no longer be switched on with button (5).
In this case, you have to use the following key combinations to switch the hand shower
on: Keep button (5) pressed and then press the buttons (8) and (10) simultaneously.
The hand shower can at all times (even when the scalding protection is active) be
switched off by pressing button (5).

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7.1.4Button Filling height 1 and Filling height 2
If you bath tub features the “Automatic water stop” function, the water supply is
automatically stopped when the filling level is reached. For the AVERO Premium Plus
lifting bath tub, 2 predefined filling heights can be selected for the bath tub filling.
If you press the button (6), the bath tub will be filled up to the first
predefined filling height. Note: If the first filling height is reached or
exceeded, the button has no function anymore.
If you press button (7), the bath tub will be filled up to the second
predefined filling height (max. automatic filling height).
You can cancel the filling by pressing the previously selected filling height again. To
restart the filling, press the button of the desired filling height. Note: If the first filling
height is reached or exceeded, the button (6) has no function anymore.
NOTE
Bath tub filling: The blue LED flashes slowly.
Additional filling: The blue LED flashes rapidly.
Once the second filling height is reached, the bath tub can no longer be
automatically filled. In this case, you can add additional water to the tub by manually
pressing button (7). Note: Supervision of the caregiver is required throughout the
manual filling.
Scalding protection:
The bath tub filling is automatically switched off (optional: double scalding protection),
when the filling temperature exceeds 42 °C (scalding protection, alternating display
with “HOT”).
If the scalding protection is active (temperature display alternates with “HOT”), the
bath tub filling can no longer be switched on with button (6) or (7).
In this case, you have to use the following key combinations to switch the bath tub
filling on: Keep button (6) or (7) pressed and then press the buttons (8) and (10)
simultaneously.
The bath tub filling can at all times (even when the scalding protection is active) be
switched off by pressing button (6) or (7).
Note!
Caution!
If your bath tub does not feature the “automatic water stop”
function, you must shut off the filling of the tub manually.
Press to this effect button 6 or 7.
If you do not shut off the filling of the tub manually, the water will
overflow (the filling continues endlessly).
Supervision of the caregiver is required throughout the manual
filling.