Halo Bassinest 3957 User manual

HOSPITAL SERIES
ANY PROBLEMS/QUESTIONS? Contact HALO Customer Service at 1-888-999-HALO (4256) or
email [e-mail].
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model: 3957

The words WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
WARNING
Alerts the reader about a situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also describe
potential serious adverse reactions and safety hazards.
CAUTION
Alerts the reader of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
to the user or patient or damage to the product or other property. This includes special care necessary for the safe
and eective use of the device and the care necessary to avoid damage to a device that may occur as a result of
use or misuse. Note: Provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.
Carefully read and strictly follow the warnings and cautions listed on this page. Service only by qualified personnel.
WARNING
• Do not add extra padding to avoid the risk of infant/newborn injury.
• Only use the mattress provided by the manufacturer. Never add a pillow, comforter, or another mattress for padding.
• Do not exceed the safe working load of the basket or work surface.
• Always disinfect the mattress between infant/newborns to avoid the risk of cross-contamination and infection.
• Do not immerse the mattress in cleaning or disinfectant solutions.
• Do not allow liquids to pool on the mattress.
• Always completely dry the mattress, basket, and bassinet before storing, adding linens, or placing a infant/newborn
in the basket. Drying the product helps to prevent the performance of the product from being impaired.
CAUTION
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described
in this manual.
• Do not modify the product or any components of the product. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable
operation resulting in injury to patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
• Do not use this product to perform medical procedures.
• Do not apply the caster locks to stop the bassinet while in transport.
• Do not operate the product on soft or unstable surfaces, such as sand, grass, or gravel, to avoid instability or
dicult mobility.
• Do not attempt to transport with caster locks applied.
• Always apply the name card to the outside of the basket to avoid the risk of choking.
• Do not clean, service, or perform maintenance while the product is in use.
• Do not use cleaners that are ether based as they may damage the product.
WARNING/CAUTION/NOTE DEFINITION
SUMMARY OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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CAUTION
• Do not over expose the product to higher concentration disinfectant solutions as these may degrade the product.
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Read this manual before operating or maintaining this product. Set methods and procedures to educate and train
your sta on the safe operation or maintenance of this product.
CAUTION
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described in this manual.
• Do not modify the product or any components of the product. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable
operation resulting in injury to patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
NOTES
• This manual is a permanent part of the product and should remain with the product.
• Halo continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. This manual contains the most current product
information available at the time of printing. There may be minor discrepancies between your product and this manual.
If you have any questions, contact HALO Customer Service or Technical Support at 1-888-999-HALO. (4256)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The HALO Bassinest® Hospital Series swivel sleeper consists of a base tower, removable basin storage bin and work
surface, 2 side-storage caddies, locking caster wheels, a clear bassinet tub and mattress. The bassinet tub allows for
easy access to the infant/newborn patient by rotating and swiveling for easy positioning and by its ergonomically
friendly retractable front wall.
INTENDED USE
The HALO Hospital Bassinet is a sleeping surface for infant/newborn patients. The top surface of the device raises
and lowers to allow easier access to the infant/newborn.
This product is for use with infant/newborn patients as a sleeping surface.
The bassinet is for use in infant newborn clinical care settings; such as:
• Labor and delivery units • Neonatal intensive care units • Other patient care rooms
This product is NOT INTENDED for patients that can crawl or reposition themselves independently.
CONTRAINDICATIONS None known.
INTRODUCTION
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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
You can find the serial number underneath the
Bassinet bed.
SETUP
1. Remove all shipping and packaging materials
from the product prior to use.
2. Remove and discard the shipping screw located
on the tower/lift column of the Bassinest.
SETUP
3. Remove tape from removable basin storage bin.
4. Unpack and Install two side storage caddies on each end of clear bassinet tub.
5. Remove mattress from packaging. Clean and disinfect the mattress before installing the mattress with a pillow case.
6. Clean and disinfect the entire unit
7. Place mattress in a tight fitting sheet or pillowcase.
8. Run through operation steps to ensure unit is in working order upon delivery.

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INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number 3957
Overall Length 49” (124.5 cm)
Overall Width 27.1” (68.8 cm)
Bassinest Extended
Bassinest Dimensions
Length 34.25” (87 cm)
Width 22” (59.9 cm)
Depth 7.9” (20.1 cm)
Overall Mattress
Length 25.8” (65.5 cm)
Width 14.2” (36 cm)
Depth 1” (2.5 cm)
Weight Capacity
Bassinest 30 lb (13.6 kg)
Shelf 25 lb (11.3 kg)
Height Range
High 30.88” (78.4 cm)
Low 20.25” (51.4 cm)
Caster Diameter 4” (10.2 cm) x 2, 3” (7.6 cm) x 2
HALO reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
1Retractable Sidewall
2Sidewall Locks
3Bassinest Tub
4Side Storage Caddy
5Information Holder
6Mobility Handle
7Rotational Arm Extension
8Transportation Lock
9Lowering Height Knob
bk Work Surface
bl Removable Basin Storage Bin
bm Tower/Lift Column
bn Locking Caster Wheels
bo Mattress
bp Removable Side Knobs For
Ease Of Cleaning
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5
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bk
bl
bm
bn
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bo bp
These accessories may be available for use with your
product. Confirm availability. Call HALO Customer
Service: 888-999-HALO (4256).
ACCESSORIES
Name Part number
Bassinest swivel sleeper Storage Caddy 3852
Bassinest swivel sleeper Hospital Series Mattress 3569
Bassinest swivel sleeper Storage Bin 3853
Bassinest swivel sleeper Sheet 3568
Bassinest swivel sleeper Name Card 3861

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OPERATION
1. To raise the Bassinet, simply lift the
mobility handle or lift the rotational
arm extension. Place the Bassinet under
the mothers bed making sure that the
lowering height knob is easily accessible to
mom while she is in bed.
5. To lower the Bassinet,
place your thumb on the
blue dot on top of the
lowering height knob and using your
index and middle finger, gently pull up
on the black plunger until it releases
and push down on the pole with your
thumb while keeping the black plunger
engaged to the desired height.
3. To Lock the retractable front wall,
slide the two yellow locks so that they
are fully engage under the top edges of
the retractable front wall.
6. To engage the retractable side wall,
first make sure the wall locks are in the
unlocked position. To lower the wall, put
gentle downward pressure from your
hand or forearm in the center of the wall.
When you release the pressure, the wall
will automatically return to the upright
position.
4. To unlock the retractable front wall,
slide the two yellow locks away from
the retractable front wall and under the
stationary sidewalls.
2. Applying and releasing the caster
locks
A. To apply the caster lock, push down
on the pedal with your foot.
B. To release the caster lock, lift up on
the pedal with your foot.
Do Not Climb/Do Not Exceed 11 kg Proper Positioning for Transport
Transportation Lock,
Rotation Arm Should
Be in Locked Position
Before Transport Do Not Hang on Basin, Hanging
Weight on Basin Not to Exceed 13kg To Raise the Unit
WARNING LABELS

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OPERATION
TRANSPORTING THE BASSINET
CLEANING
WARNING
• Always disinfect the mattress between infant / newborns to avoid the risk of cross-contamination and infection.
• Do not immerse the mattress in cleaning or disinfectant solutions.
• Do not allow liquids to pool on the mattress.
• Always completely dry the mattress, basket, and bassinet before storing, adding linens, or placing a infant/
newborn in the basket. Drying the product helps to prevent the performance of the product from being impaired.
CAUTION
• Do not clean, service, or perform maintenance while the product is in use.
• Do not use cleaners that are ether based as they may damage the product.
Tools Required:
• Mild anti-bacterial soap
• Soft, lint free cloth (2 or more)
1. Apply the caster locks.
2. Prepare a mild soap and warm water solution.
3. Wipe the inside and outside of the basket and mattress with a soft, lint free cloth moistened with soap and water solution.
4. Wipe all the bassinet surfaces, with a soft, lint free cloth moistened with soap and water solution.
5. Wipe o excess moisture from all surfaces with a dry, soft, lint free cloth.
6. Allow the surfaces of the basket and bassinet to dry thoroughly.
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7. The retractable side wall can be re-
moved for cleaning. To remove the side
wall, locate the two removeable side
knobs on either side of the basin. Rotate
the knobs counter clockwise to loosen.
Pull the knobs o the bassinet and then
remove the bassinet side wall.
9. There is an additional covered storage
located on the tower of the bassinet.
Simply slide a standard basin into the
track to attach to the bassinet.
For transport, the wheels should be
unlocked, transportation lock should be
engaged and rotational arm extension
locked in the forward position, bassinet
turned parallel to the base of the unit.
8. Two storage caddies can be placed
on either end of the bassinet tub. To
remove, simply lift up. Use the storage
caddies to store items mother will need
easy access to such as diapers, wipes,
feeding supplies, etc.
CAUTION
• Do not apply the caster locks to stop the bassinet while in transport.
• Do not operate the product on soft or unstable surfaces, such as sand,
grass, or gravel, to avoid instability or dicult mobility.
• Do not attempt to transport with caster locks applied.
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DISINFECTING
WARNING
• Always disinfect the mattress between infant / newborns to avoid the risk of cross-contamination and infection.
• Do not immerse the mattress in cleaning or disinfectant solutions.
• Do not allow liquids to pool on the mattress.
• Always completely dry the mattress, basket, and bassinet before storing, adding linens, or placing a infant/
newborn in the basket. Drying the product helps to prevent the performance of the product from being impaired.
CAUTION
• Do not over expose the product to higher concentration disinfectant solutions as these may degrade the product.
• Do not use cleaners that are ether based as they may damage the product.
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Remove product from service before you perform the preventive maintenance inspection. Check all items listed
during annual preventive maintenance for all HALO products. You may need to perform preventive maintenance
checks more often based on your level of product usage. Service only by qualified personnel.
Inspect the following items:
_____ All fasteners are secure
_____ All four casters swivel properly
_____ All four casters are free of wax and debris
_____ All mechanisms operate freely
_____ Rotational Arm Extension is Securely fastened to Lift Column
_____ Height Adjustment and Mobility Handle is Securely Fastened to Lift Column
_____ Bassinet tub is level to the floor (place level in the bassinet to verify)
_____ Rotational Arm moves Freely
_____ Transport Locks in the forward Position for Transport
_____ Transport Lock unlocks properly
_____ Work Surface is Level and Parallel to the ground
_____ Bassinet Tub is free of Cracks
_____ Retractable Frontwall Automatically Returns to full upward position without pressure
_____ Retractable Frontwall Lowers when Pressure is applied
_____ Retractable Frontwall is free of Cracks or other visible damage
_____ Retractable front wall is intact and secure
_____ Bassinet raises and lowers
_____ Mattress for rips, tears, punctures, wear
_____ Labels for legibility, proper adherence, and integrity
_____ Bassinet height locks in place when pressure is applied to handle
_____ Rotational resistance of the bassinet tub is a minimum of XX4 lbf.
Serial number:______________________
Completed by: _____________________
Date: _____________________________
Recommended disinfectants:
• Quaternary cleaners (ammonium chloride)
• Phenolic cleaners
• Chlorinated bleach solution (1 part bleach solution to 100 parts water)
• 70% isopropyl alcohol
• Diluted hydrogen peroxide cleaners <10%
1. Apply recommended disinfectant solution by spray or pre-soaked wipes. Do not soak the product.
Note: Make sure that you follow the disinfectant’s instructions for appropriate contact time and rinsing requirements.
2. Wipe all the bassinet surfaces, with a dry soft, lint free cloth, to remove any excess liquid or disinfectant.
3. Allow the surfaces of the basket and bassinet to dry thoroughly.

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Suite 100
Minnetonka, MN 55305
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in the U.S. and other countries. HALO products comply with all applicable government safety regulations and conform to the safety
requirements of ASTM F2194. Patents pending. Made in China.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
HALO Innovations, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser the HALO Hospital Bassinet, Model 3567, to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year after date of delivery. HALO’s obligation under this warranty is expressly limited to supplying
replacement parts and labor for, or replacing, at its option, any product which is, in the sole discretion of HALO, found to be defective. If
requested by HALO, products or parts for which a warranty claim is made shall be returned prepaid to the factory. Any improper use or any
alteration or repair by others in such manner as in HALO’s judgment aects the product materially and adversely shall void this warranty.
Any repair of HALO products using parts not provided or authorized by HALO shall void this warranty. No employee or representative of
HALO is authorized to change this warranty in any way.
Warranty exclusion and damage limitations
The express warranty set forth herein is the only warranty applicable to the product. Any and all other warranties, whether express or implied,
including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are expressly excluded by HALO. In no event shall HALO
be liable for incidental or consequential damages.
To obtain parts and service
Simply call HALO Customer Service at 888-999-HALO(4256).
Return authorization
Product cannot be returned without prior approval from the HALO Customer Service Department. An authorization number will be provided
which must be printed on the returned product. HALO reserves the right to charge shipping and restocking fees on returned product. Special,
modified, or discontinued products are not subject to return.
Damaged product
ICC Regulations require that claims for damaged product must be made within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the product. Do not accept
damaged shipments unless such damage is noted on the delivery receipt at the time of receipt. Upon prompt notification, HALO will file a
freight claim with the appropriate carrier for damages incurred. Claims will be limited in amount to the actual replacement cost. In the event
that this information is not received by HALO within the fifteen (15) day period following the delivery of the product, or the damage was
not noted on the delivery receipt at the time of receipt, the customer will be responsible for payment of the original invoice in full within
thirty (30) days of receipt. Claims for any incomplete shipments must be made within thirty (30) days of invoice.
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