gk-medizinmechanik GK Basic User manual

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Congratulations on your decision to purchase a GK
Bathtub. You have acquired an Austrian quality
product which will considerably ease the strain in-
volved in patient care.
Due to their advanced ergonomic design, GK Bathtubs
are simple and straightforward to use. In spite of
that, we would ask you to study the instructions
carefully before operating the bathtub. The de-
tailed information contained in this manual will
facilitate your practical work.

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■ Contents
Contents …2
For your safety …3
Preparations for bathing …4
Components …5-7
Functions …8-9
Raising & Lowering of the tub …8
Setting the temperature …8
Shower …8
Filling the tub …9
Drain the tub …9
Disinfection …9
Flowmeter …9
Care & cleaning of the tub …10
Maintenance, Service …11
Intended use, Standards and regulations …12
Technical data …13
Identification plate and labels …14
Transport, Storage, Recycling …14
Contents

■ For your safety
 Make certain that this bathing system is operated only by
trained personnel.
 Always check the water temperature before the client enters
the bathtub or when the shower spray is applied to the client.
 Make certain that the equipment is thoroughly cleaned after
every use.
 Make sure that each client is assessed for its ambulatory ca-
pability, ensuring the client’s safety when entering and exit-
ing the bathing system (utilize handgrips, correct entry
height, correct client transferring device, etc.).
 When using disinfection, wear rubber gloves and eye protec-
tion. In case of eye or skin contact, follow the procedures on
the disinfectant container and material safety data sheet.
 Always make sure that the device is supplied with power.
 Make sure that there are no materials right next to the tub to
ensure a safe up and down movement. Disregarding this tip can
cause bad injuries or damage the device.
 Don’t deposit any things on the bathtub. Because of movement
and vibrations, things can fall on the floor or in the tub.
 We want to point out that a lifting bathtub is a nursing tub
and the bathing of the inhabitant has to be effected by use of
a suitable lifter.
 Should no lift be used we recommend to furnish the bathtub
with handles.
Note: The safety rules and instructions in this operating ma-
nual must be observed in order to ensure safe and proper
use of the equipment. Adjustments and repairs must be
carried out by authorized and appropriately qualified
persons. All claims under guarantee become void if these
requirements are not met.
For your safety
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Preparations for bathing
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■ Preparations for bathing
 If the drain knob isn’t in the drain system put it back now.
 Put the pillow to the right position.
 If you are using a stretcher you don’t have to apply the pil-
low.
 To fill the tub, move the inflow valve against the clockwise
direction.
 Select a pleasant fill temperature.
 As soon as the water has achieved the desired level, help the
client into the bathtub or bring the stretcher in the right
position.
 Use the “UP“ or “DOWN“ buttons to bring the tub in a comfort-
able working height.
 If you want to use the shower at any time during the bath cy-
cle, then move the shower valve against the clockwise direc-
tion and remove the white shower wand from its holder. To
start showering press the black trigger.
 Now lower the tub and bring the client out of the water.
 Drain the tub.
 Before you start a new bath cycle you should clean the tub
and go through the disinfection procedure.

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Components

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■ Components
1. Up/Down Button
2. Overflow
3. Fill in spout
4. Drain
5. Shower
6. Adjustable foot
Components

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Komponenten
 Shower-head with
shower-holder
 Fittings
 GK Basic with lif-
ter GK Ikarus

Functions
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■ Functions
Raising & Lowering the tub
This tub allows caregivers to bathe clients in an ergonomic envi-
ronment. Adjusting the tub to a comfortable working height en-
hances the bathing process. The “UP” and “DOWN” buttons are used
to raise or lower the tub. The movement continues for as long as
the button is pressed. When the button is released, the movement
stops. In the upper and lower end positions the tub stops auto-
matically.
Setting the temperature
You can set the temperature for tub fill and shower
to any desired value, by turning the knob of the
mixing valve.
Note: For safety reasons the temperature is mechanically
limited to 38 °C (standard mixer). To override this
security appliance, press the red button on the
knob. Now it’s possible to reach a higher tempera-
ture. Use extreme caution when overriding the tem-
perature.
The thermostatic mixer is adjusted at 3 bar flow
pressure at both supplies. If you have different
supply pressure it may be necessary to do a read-
justment.
Shower
To use the shower move the shower valve against the
clockwise direction and remove the white shower wand
from its holder. Press and hold the black trigger
directly on the white shower wand to begin shower-
ing. If you want to stop showering, close the valve,
release the pressure from the hose by pressing the
black trigger and remove the shower wand.

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Functions
Filling the tub
Move the inflow valve against the clockwise direc-
tion to fill the tub. If the right amount of water
is in the tub close the valve to stop the water
flow.
Drain the tub
To open or close the drain, turn the chrome drain
plug knob in the respective direction. We recommend
to close the drain system when the inflow is ac-
tive.
Disinfection
The bathtub should be disinfected only when the tub
is empty. Move the disinfection valve against the
clockwise direction and remove the red shower wand
from its holder. When activated, an accurately
measured amount of disinfectant is directed into
the wand for optimum disinfection and cleaning.
Press and hold the black trigger directly on the
red shower wand and spray all internal tub sur-
faces. Remove the red shower into its holder and
close the disinfection valve. After the prescribed
contact time use the white shower wand to rinse the
interior tub surfaces thoroughly. For cleaning,
maximum temperature should be selected.
Flowmeter
The flowmeter is used to adjust the mixture ratio
between water and disinfectant. The table next to
it should help you to find the right values. Always
follow the instructions of the liquid manufacturer.
Generally the flowmeter setting should be done when
you install the tub.

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Care & cleaning of the tub
■ Care & Cleaning of the tub
Any product used to clean or disinfect your GK bath must be free
from any abrasive, alcohol & corrosive ingredients. Never use any
kind of customary glass cleansers, solvents (e.g. acetone) or
similar detergents or dilutions. Never use harsh or pointed uten-
sils, e.g. rough clothes, scrubbing sponges, scouring pads or any
tools. If you are in any doubt about your usual cleaning products
please contact your GK representative before use.
Note: Any damage caused by unapproved / unsuitable products will
not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
For cleaning, after use always rinse the bath tub thoroughly with
the shower hose. Any dirt which adheres to the bathtub surfaces
must be removed with a soft sponge or cloth and, if necessary,
customary detergents (besides the above mentioned restrictions).
Always clean the plastic parts wet or damp but never dry.
We recommend using our approved shampoo and bath additive products
with your GK bath. Other products may cause more persistent dirt
being harder to clean.
We also recommend for you to polish the white bath tub body once a
month with car polish cream. This will give the bathtub a smooth,
water repellent surface and will make routine cleaning considera-
bly easier –it will also enhance the appearance of your GK bath.
A disinfection cycle should always be performed after cleaning.
If you have any further questions or require more information
please contact your local GK representative, who will be happy to
advise.

Maintenance
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■ Maintenance
 Check the hoses, tubes and connections from time to time.
 Make certain that the disinfectant container is monitored.
 We recommend that you take advantage of our maintenance ser-
vice and request a safety and functional check every 12
months.
 Adjustments and repairs must be carried out by authorized and
appropriately qualified persons.
 Check if there are any cracks or other damages on the tub
body.
 Check the sieves of the shower wands and clean them if neces-
sary.
 When servicing the bathtub the unit must be unplugged and
switched off.
■ Service
At least once a year a service or safety inspection in accor-
dance with Medical Device Directive (MDD) is mandatory.
 Remember that GK service is unmatched for quality and also
with regards to warranty issues. GK will only consider itself
liable for safety-related matters if maintenance, repairs,
modifications etc. are exclusively carried out by our service
team or by agents authorized by us.
In the event of problems occurring, clear and detailed informa-
tion about symptoms, type and serial number (see type plate)
will help us to respond promptly.

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Intended use
■ Intended use
Bathing system for bathing patients with restricted mobility. The
bathing system is mainly used in care institutes, to a lesser de-
gree also on hospital wards. It is used in a professional environ-
ment by trained and competent personnel.
■ Standards and regulations
In accordance with the classification regulations pursuant to Ap-
pendix IX of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC, the bathtub is
a Class I medical device.
It has been tested for compliance with the essential requirements
pursuant to Appendix I of Directive 93/42/EEC, and as proof of its
compliance with the legal requirements, CE marking has been af-
fixed.

Technical data
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■ Technical data
- Bathtub GK Basic:
 Voltage: AC 230 V / AC 115 V
 Frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz
 Power consumption: 70 VA
 Protection class: II
 Degree of protection: IPX4
 Protection type: Type B
 Lifting weight: 500 kg
 Lifting height: 250 mm
 Maximum length: 1900 mm
 Maximum width: 830 mm
 Maximum height: 675-925 mm

Identification plate
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■ Identification plate and labels
■ Transport, Storage, Recycling
ISO 9001
Our production is subject to a quality management
system according to ISO 9001.
CE Kennzeichnung
It has been tested for compliance with the essential
requirements pursuant to Appendix I of Directive
93/42/EEC, and as proof of its compliance with the
legal requirements, CE marking has been affixed.
Identification plate
This plate give you some information's about
the Product, for instance type, production
date, serial number,…
Operating conditions
Max ambient temperature
Max relative humidity
Atmospheric pressure range
Transport and Storage
Ambient temperature range
Relative humidity range
Atmospheric pressure range
Recycling
Package:
Product:
40 °C
80 % not condensed at 20 °C
500 hPa to 1060 hPa
-20 °C bis 60 °C
80 % not condensed at 20 °C
500 hPa bis 1060 hPa
Wood and corrugated cardboard,
recyclable
Electric, steel and plastic parts
shall be separated and recycled

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A-4061 Pasching
Neuhauserweg 14
Tel. +43 / (0) 7229 / 64450
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