Etac Immedia BedString User manual

BedString
Instruction for Use
IMM1029_IFU_GB · Version 5 · 2015

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Illustrations
Illustration 1

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Contents
Heading .............................................................................................................Page
General/Symbols/Intended use/Intended enviroment ........................................4
Practical handling.............................................................................................5
Notice/Materials/Cleaning ................................................................................6
Articles ............................................................................................................7
Service Information..........................................................................................8

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General
Thank you for choosing an Etac product.
To avoid accidents and injury when moving and handling
the products, read the manual carefully.
The person described as "the user" in this user manual
is the person who is lying or sitting on the product. The
assistant or assistants are the people who manoeuvre the
product.
The products comply with the standards applicable for
Class 1 products in the European Council Directive MDD
93/42/EEC on medical devices.
This symbol appears alongside the text in
the manual. It draws the reader's attention
to points at which there may be a risk to the
health and safety of the user or assistant.
At Etac we strive to improve our products all the time
and therefore we reserve the right to make changes to
products without prior warning. All measurements given
on illustrations and similar material are for guidance only
and Etac cannot be held liable for errors and defects.
The information given in this manual, including re-
commendations, combinations and sizing, does not apply
to special orders and modifications. If the customer makes
adjustments, repairs or combinations not predetermined
by Etac, the Etac CE certification and Etac warranty will
be voided. If in doubt, please contact Etac.
Warranty: Two-year warranty on material and manufactu-
ring defects, provided that the product is used correctly.
The product can be scrapped in accordance with national
regulations.
The Bed String is a bed strap with handles sewn alterna-
tely on both sides. A self-supportive user can pull him/
herself up/down to/from seated and lying position.
Intended use
Intended enviroment
Symbols
Acute care, Long-term care, Home care
Washing
Handwash
Wipe off
Tumbledry
Keep out of the sun
Iron
Do not dryclean
Do not bleach
Risk of sliding down
Never leave on the floor
Warning
Read the User Manual
Batch no./Lot no.
User mass limit = maximum
rated load
The product can be
scrapped in accordance
with national regulations
Manufacturer
Class 1 - European Council
Directive MDD 93/42/EEC
on medical devices
Lot no/Batch no:
xxxxxxxxxx
Production year Running number

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Practical handling
Positioning
Fit the Bed String to the bed frame or the foot end of the
bed using the loop, so that the Bed String provides the
optimal pull and direction for the user.
Use
The user grasps the handles closest to his/her hands when
the arms are stretched. The user can pull him/herself
up and can change his/her grasp as necessary. The Bed
String's functional handles are comfortable and firm to
the grasp.

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Notice
Special features
100% nylon. 100% cotton.
Materials
Always check the product before use and after washing.
Never use a defective product. If the product shows signs
of wear-and-tear, it must be scrapped.
Read these instructions carefully.
It is important that assistants receive instruction in manual
handling. Etac offers advice and training for assistants. For
further information, contact Etac.
Always use the correct manual handling techniques
Encourage the client to assist where possible.
To ensure that the client feels safe and that every manual
handling is smooth, always plan the manual handling in
advance.
Never leave the product on the floor.
Always make a risk assessment, and secure that the
assistive product can be used at the individual user
and in combination with other devices that it is safe
for the user and caregivers.
Do not use the product as a sling.
If in any doubt - please contact Etac.
The product should be checked regularly, preferably each
time it is used, and especially after wash.
Check that there is no damage to seams or fabric.
Never try to repair a product yourself.
Never use a defective product.
Washing instructions:
Do not use fabric softener.
Cleaning

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Article no. Description Size (mm)
IM429 Bed String with handles W75 x L1700
IM991001 Bed String B50 x L1800
Articles

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Thank you for choosing an Etac product. If the customer makes adjustments, repairs or combinations not predetermined by Etac, the
Etac CE certification and Etac warranty will be voided.
Warranty: Two-year warranty on material and manufacturing defects, provided that the product is used correctly. Before taking a
product in service always make a risk assesment according to national and/or local legislation.
First inspection:
• Is the packaging intact?
• Read the label on the packaging and check the article no. and product description
• Check that Short Instruction is enclosed – contact your Etac Customer Service or the local distributor.
• Check the label on the product - does it include article no., product description, lot/batch no., cleaning instructions and supplier name?
Periodic Inspection:
• Make sure that your Manual transfer system always is in a perfect condition.
• After wash – always check materials, stitching, handles, buckles.
• If the product shows signs of wear and tear, it must be removed from service immediately.
• Lot no/Batch no: xxxxxxxxxx
Production year Running number
Visual inspection/Check the product:
Ensure that the materials, seams, stitching,
handles, buckles are intact/faultless.
Mechanical load or stress/Test handles:
Draw hard in the handles in opposite directions
and control the material, seams and stitching.
Test buckles:
Lock the buckle and draw in opposite directions,
control the buckle and the stitching.
Check always:
Manual transfer aids with handles, straps and buckles: Manual transfer aids for sitting and lying transfer:
Manual transfer aids with high or low friction:
If in doubt, please contact Etac Customer Service or local distributor for more information and guidance.
The product can be
scrapped in accordance
with national regulations
Class 1 - European Council
Directive MDD 93/42/EEC
on medical devices
Read the
User Manual
Stability test:
Try to bend the product verify that it feels firm,
stable and solid.
Test low/high friction:
Place the product on a firm surface or a bed,
place your hands on the material and test the
friction by pushing your hands down into the
product.
Low friction – slides effortlessly
High friction – no sliding/moving
Service Information