Beka Hospitec KINET User manual

KINET
Tilting bath tub
Version 1.4/English
Subject to technical modifications
2019-04-10
Operating manual
Original operating manual

BEKA Hospitec GmbH
Table of contents
1Imprint ................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Acknowledgement........................................................................................... 4
1.2 Manufacturer’s address ................................................................................... 4
1.3 TÜV quality seal .............................................................................................. 4
2Introduction............................................................................................................ 5
2.1 Preface............................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Liability and warranty....................................................................................... 5
3Operating manual.................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Validity............................................................................................................. 6
3.2 Type plate........................................................................................................ 6
3.3 Description....................................................................................................... 6
4Safety.................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Intended and appropriate use.......................................................................... 7
4.2 Other prescriptions.......................................................................................... 7
4.3 Safety instructions ........................................................................................... 7
4.4 List of used safety instructions......................................................................... 8
4.5 Warnings ......................................................................................................... 9
5Transport..............................................................................................................11
5.1 Unpacking the product....................................................................................11
Removing the cardboard..........................................................................11
Loosening the product from the pallet......................................................11
6Installation ............................................................................................................12
6.1 Electrical connection.......................................................................................12
6.2 Protective conductor.......................................................................................12
6.3 First start-up ...................................................................................................13
7Operating elements and their function..................................................................14
7.1 Tub inlet with hand shower.............................................................................14
7.2Thermostatic mixer.........................................................................................15
7.3 Tilt adjustment through handset..................................................................15
7.4 Tilt adjustment through buttons (options)....................................................15
7.5 Description of the symbols used..................................................................16
7.6 Operating element air spa system (option)..................................................16
8Operation..............................................................................................................17
8.1 Description of the KINET tilting bath tub ........................................................17

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8.2 Prior to use.....................................................................................................17
8.3 During use......................................................................................................18
Installing the patient/resident in the tub....................................................18
Filling the bath tub....................................................................................18
8.4 Stepping out of the bath tub ........................................................................19
8.5 Operation of the air spa system (option) .....................................................20
9Cleaning/Disinfection............................................................................................21
9.1 Cleaning the tilting bath tub............................................................................21
9.2 Disinfecting the tilting bath tub........................................................................21
9.3 Sterilising the tilting bath tub...........................................................................21
10 Checks/tests......................................................................................................22
11 Waste disposal ..................................................................................................23
11.1 Disposal of the packaging material..............................................................23
11.2 Disposal of the product................................................................................23
12 Troubleshooting/After-sales service...................................................................24
13 Appendix............................................................................................................26
13.1 Technical data.............................................................................................26
13.2 Dimensions of the KINET tilting bath tub....................................................27
13.3 Wiring diagram............................................................................................28
13.4 Accessories.................................................................................................29
Spare parts/consumables.....................................................................29
13.5 Declaration of Conformity............................................................................30
13.6 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................31
Replacing the hand shower hose..........................................................31
Replacing the hand shower support .....................................................31
Checking and removing the drain plug .................................................32
Changing the handset...........................................................................32
13.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility.....................................................................33
13.8 Journal ........................................................................................................37

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.

Operating manual
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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 located on the frame of the
KINET. The shown serial number (SN)
0582.09.17 is just 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 tilting bath tub and tub.
/Kinet

Safety
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4 Safety
4.1 Intended and appropriate use
The product is designed for bathing and nursing patients/residents in hospitals and
care facilities, facilities for people with a disability as well as private households.
The KINET seat and shower bath tub offers a unique concept for a combination of
bathing and safe showering. On the one hand, the patient is prevented from sliding
down during showering by the unmatched ergonomic sitting position and on the
other hand, the patient has the possibility to enjoy a full bath when the tub is tilted
backwards.
The bath tub enhances the independence of the patients or disabled persons and
preserves their dignity due to the possibility of autonomous entry. The safe entry is
supported by the side handles and the additional level foot compartment provides for
the necessary hold.
The product may only be used for the specified purpose.
NOTE
The KINET tilting bath tub must be used by adequately
qualified nursing staff with good knowledge of the care
environment, its standard practices and usual procedures
as well as in accordance with the directives included in the
operating manual.
In case of doubt, please consult with the treating doctor.
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.

Safety
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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 II
IPX4
Protection against the penetration of liquids: Protection against
water splashing from all directions.

Safety
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4.5 Warnings
Note
▪The product may only be operated by trained staff.
▪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 tilting 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 tilting movement.
▪Do not stand between the bath tub and an obstacle during the transport
procedure.
▪Use only original accessories for the KINET tilting bath tub.
▪Check every month the pressure hoses for leakage, the connections for
tightness and the electrical connections (current and equipotential bonding)
for cable cracks.
▪Repairs to components of the KINET tilting bath tub are to be carried out
only 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.

Safety
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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.
WARNING
Before the patient steps into the bath tub or during the filling
of the tub, 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.

Transport
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5 Transport
Transport the tilting 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.
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
Loosening the product from the pallet
The bath tub is screwed to the pallet.
Proceed in the following way to loosen the
product from the pallet:
•Remove the cover of the tub’s feet and
unscrew the 4 screws with the electric
screwdriver.
After loosening all fixations, you can lift the tilting bath tub from the pallet and
position it at the planned place of use.
Remove the bubble wrap and the stretch film and/or the protective bag.
NOTE
Take care so as to not damage the product when using tools.

Installation
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6 Installation
The bath tub is supplied ready for use. Use the level and the wrench 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, 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.
The bath tub must be connected through 1/2” hoses. Please observe the attached
connection diagram. The bath tub must be connected by a qualified and competent
professional.
CAUTION
To connect the footbath to the water supply, dirt filters must be used
on site. Please contact your plumber to this effect.
The image shows the water connections
of the KINET tilting bath tub.
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. All supply and drain hoses as well as the
electrical cables must be installed so as to avoid the danger of tripping.
The KINET 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.
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, this device only must be
connected to a power supply network with protective conductor.
= cold water
= hot water

Installation
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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 KINET tilting 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 KINET tilting bath tub to another
room either changes to the local water supply, a readjustment
of the thermostatic mixer could be required.
Please refer to the attached user manual for the setting.

Operating elements and their function
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7 Operating elements and their function
N°
Description
N°
Description
1
Handles (2)
6
Hand shower valve
2
Handset
7
Water inlet valve
3
Rotary button for the eccentric plug
(tub drain)
8
Hand shower support
4
Drain plug
9
Hand shower
5
Thermostatic valve
10
Tub inlet
7.1 Tub inlet with hand shower
Image 1:
The image shows the valve for the
hand shower and the tub inlet as
well as the thermostat of the
KINET tilting bath tub.

Operating elements and their function
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Image 2:
The image shows the operating
unit for the air spa system (option)
and the rotary button for the
eccentric fitting of the INVITA tilting
bath tub.
7.2 Thermostatic mixer
Please consult the attached user manual to this effect.
7.3 Tilt adjustment through handset
1: Button DOWN (tilt adjustment in reclined position)
2: Button UP (tilt adjustment in seated position)
7.4 Tilt adjustment through buttons (options)
1 2
1: Button DOWN (tilt adjustment in
reclined position)
2: Button UP (tilt adjustment in seated
position)
Open
Close

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7.5 Description of the symbols used
Symbol
Description
Symbol
Description
Put bath tub in reclined
position
Put bath tub in seated
position
Tub inlet
Hand shower
Air spa system
7.6 Operating element air spa system (option)
Canada / USA
Europe
1 2 3 4 1 2 3
•Electrical motor
The electrical motor is equipped with an overload protection, which automatically
switches off in case of overload. The motor will only be operational again after a
short waiting time (10-20 minutes). Opening the motor will result in expiration of
the warranty.
1
Button ON/OFF
2
Button blower +
3
Button blower -
4
Auto INTERVAL

Operation
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8 Operation
8.1 Description of the KINET tilting bath tub
The KINET seat and shower bath tub offers a unique concept for a combination of
bathing and safe showering. On the one hand, the patient is prevented from sliding
down during showering by the unmatched ergonomic sitting position and on the other
hand, the patient has the possibility to enjoy a full bath when the tub is tilted
backwards.
The bath tub enhances the independence of the patients or disabled persons and
preserves their dignity due to the possibility of autonomous entry. The safe entry is
supported by the side handles and the additional level foot compartment provides for
the necessary hold. Of course, patient lifts can also be used for transfer into the bath
tub.
The KINET requires very little space and is therefore especially suited for small space
concepts. The tub furthermore convinces through extremely low water consumption.
The tub can be filled within a very short time.
The outlet is designed so as to allow for an exceptionally fast emptying of the tub. This
facilitates the bathing process additionally.
A built-in thermostat features protection against scalding for the tub inlet and the hand
shower and thus guarantees full protection.
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.
8.2 Prior to use
Please check the proper state and the functional safety of the system prior to use.

Operation
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8.3 During use
Installing the patient/resident in the tub
Caution
If the tub has to be positioned in seated position to install the
patient/resident in the tub, the tub must not contain any water!
Otherwise, the water would flow out of the tub!
To install the patient/resident in the tub, simple bring the bath tub to seated position by
pressing the button on the handset.
When the bath tub is in seated position, help the patient/resident into the bath tub or
let him/her step into the tub.
If you use a patient lift system to install the patient in the bath tub, you can leave the
tub in reclined position as well.
Bring the bath tub to reclined position by pressing the button on the handset.
Filling the bath tub
Image 1:
Close the drain of the
bath tub by turning the
eccentric fitting counter-
clockwise.
Image 2:
Open the valve to fill
the bath tub
CAUTION!
Check the water temperature by hand (without wearing gloves) or
with a thermometer to avoid scalding of the patient.
Image 3:
Turn the thermostatic valve
to set the temperature.
Image 4:
If the desired filling
height is reached,
close the tub filling
valve.
Image 5:
To use the hand shower,
you must open the hand
shower valve.

Operation
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CAUTION!
Check the water temperature by hand (without wearing gloves) or
with a thermometer to avoid scalding of the patient.
Note!
Make sure that the bath tub does not overflow.
Close the valve or open the drain!
Image 6:
When the bathing process is finished, turn the eccentric fitting
clockwise to let the water flow away.
Note!
Drain the water prior to tilting the bath tub.
Otherwise, the water would flow out of the tub!
8.4 Stepping out of the bath tub
After the water has flown out of the bath tub, press the button on the handset to tilt
the bath tub back to seated position.
When the bath tub is in seated position, you can help the patient/resident step out of
the bath tub or he/she can step out of the bath tub autonomously.
Note!
Please make sure that the bath tub is always disinfected and rinsed
prior to use it for the next patient.
To this effect, use for instance the hygienic wall shower panel D from BEKA Hospitec
(article number: 930505050).
Caution!
Make sure that the system is not in operation during the cleaning
activities!
Warning!
After each treatment, the KINET must be completely disinfected with
a disinfectant to avoid cross-contamination.

Operation
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8.5 Operation of the air spa system (option)
Canada / USA
Europe
1 2 3 4 1 2 3
Button ON/OFF (1):
Press button 1 to switch the system ON or OFF. The blower starts running with soft-
start until medium power.
Button plus (2):
If you keep button 2 pressed, the power is increased until the massage effect meets
your requirements either until maximum power is reached.
Button minus (3):
If you keep button 3 pressed, the power is decreased until the massage effect meets
your requirements either until minimum power is reached.
Interval button (4):
The blower power alternates periodically between the set upper and lower limit. After
activation, this period will be 20 seconds. If you press button 2, the period is set to min.
10 seconds. If you press button 3, to max. 40 seconds.
Automatic blow-dry:
25 minutes after the system has been switched off, the system is automatically
enabled with soft-start for a duration of 30 minutes.
Automatic switch-off:
30 minutes after the last button has been pressed, the system is switched off. In this
way, it is ensured that the device does not remain unintended operational for a longer
period of time. The automatic blow-dry can be switched off by manually pressing a
button.
1
Button ON/OFF
2
Button blower +
3
Button blower -
4
Auto INTERVAL