Huntleigh AKRON 900-A User manual

AKRON
®
FIXED
HEIGHT TRACTION
Models
900-A, 8900-8
AKRON
®
MOBILE
TRACTION SYSTEM
Model
8904-8
USER MANUAL
AKRON
®
VARI-
HEIGHT TRACTION
Models
901-A, 902-A, 8901-8, 8902-8

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Contents
1. Introduction 2
Warnings, Cautions 2
General Warnings 2
2. Installation 3
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3. Operation 5-13
4. Accessories –Operating Instructions 14-22
5. Cleaning and Decontamination 23
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6. Troubleshooting 24
7. Maintenance 25
8. Warranty and Service 26
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9. Revision Status 27
10. Technical Specification 28
"The mark on this product demonstrates conformity
with the EC Directive 93/42/EEC."

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1. Introduction
Always keep this Operating Manual available for reference.
Warnings & Cautions
General Warnings
WARNINGS
Warnings identify possible hazards in procedures or conditions which, if not correctly followed,
could result in death, injury or other serious adverse reactions.
CAUTIONS
Cautions identify conditions or procedures which, if not correctly followed, could result in equipment
failure or damage.
WARNINGS
Use only accessories that have been designed or approved for use with this couch.
Do not use electric couches in the presence of flammable gasses such as an
anaesthetic agent.
Maximum Load 180 Kg (396 lbs) distributed evenly.
Do not concentrate weight on either side of the table.
Plug acts as a disconnect device.
Do not allow children to play with the table at any time.
Adequately supervise children in the proximity of the table.

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2. Installation
Adjustable Foot
Electric Models
Ensure mains supply cable is not stretched when connected.
Ensure, during tableuse, no obstacles are in its path.
Ensure hand / foot switch tubes or leads are not trapped by moving parts of the couch.
WARNING
Lock castors before adjusting.
A) Lock castors first.
B) Adjust foot.
C) Lock foot by tightening half nut.
WARNING
Do not insert the 2-pin mains connector directly into a 3-pin 13A mains outlet.
Always use the adapter provided.
Plug acts as a disconnect device.
Use adapter if 3 pin 13A plug is required.
(Order reference 5S0409Z)
CAUTION
When not in use, switch table off.

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2. Installation
Fixed Height Traction Table Assembly (900A, 8900-8)
To assemble:
A) Position legs up to the correct end of the table.
B) Locate bolts through holes.
C) Secure by adding washer and nut.
D) Tighten until secure.
E) Fix on nut caps.
WARNING
Ensure legs are secured correctly using supplied fittings, prior to use.

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3. Operation
Elevation Controls
Hydraulic Models
Hydraulic Pedal
Electric Models (902A)
Handswitch
Footswitch
WARNING
Safely position patient before elevating table.
Position all electrical cables away from the moving parts.
Position Hand/Foot switch where accidental operation is not possible.
Press éto raise table.
Press êto lower table.
AUF
Press éto raise table.
AB
Press êto lower table.
PUMP PEDAL TO
RAISE TABLE LIFT PEDAL TO LOWER TABLE

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3. Operation
Foot Bar Switch
Wheel Locking
Castors (901A, 902A)
Castors Unlocked Castors Locked
Breathing Hole and Plug
Press tube done to raise table
Lift tube up to lower table
WARNING
Lock couch wheels/castors prior to patient transfer or treatment.
The retractable castors are not designed for transportation of patients.
Disconnect and coil electrical cord away from moving parts prior to
repositioning table.
Remove plug for patient prone position
Press out from underneath

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3. Operation
Head & Foot Sections
Head Section Operating Lever
Foot Section Operating Lever
CAUTION
Support upholstery section while manually altering the angle.
A) Press lever UP to alter section angle.
B) Support section when altering angle.
C) Release lever to lock section in position.
Angles = +85° -18°
A) Press lever UP to alter section angle.
B) Support section when altering angle.
C) Release lever to lock section in position.
Angles = +85° -0°

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3. Operation
Sliding Frame (900A, 901A, 902A)
Sliding Frame Closed Sliding Frame Open
A) To release the top, release the lever located towards the head end of the table.
B) This unlocks the ratchet mechanism and allows the frame to slide along inside the main frame.
C) To lock, simply tighten the lever.
WARNING
Ensure when Pelvic and Thoracic Harnesses are in use, the Sliding Top Frame is
released before traction commences.

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3. Operation
Fixed Traction Mounting Bracket (Model 2F1970Z)
The fixed traction mounting bracket comes as standard as part of the traction table. It is fitted to the foot
end of the table to secure the ATP9 Traction Machine.
D
G
A
F
B
H
J
D
C
E
Fitting Instructions
Locate bracket (item A) on to the traction table, by sliding onto the section at the foot end of the table.
Lock bracket in place using an M8 bolt and nut (items B & C), inserting two washers (item D) either side
of the bracket.
Two locking knobs (item E) are screwed into the support member positioned at the base of the top frame
(item F). Tightening these knobs will stabilise the bracket when traction procedures are in progress.
The ATP9 Traction Machine (item G) can then be clamped into place onto the support table platform
(item H). Refer to the ATP9 Traction Machine User Manual for the machine mounting procedure.
WARNING
Ensure that the electrical cord from the ATP9 is coiled away from the rotating
Mounting Platform when in use.

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3. Operation
Fixed Traction Mounting Bracket (Model 2F1970Z)
Operating Instructions
To raise the support table platform (item H), unscrew the height adjustment clamp (item J) positioned on
the side of the bracket (item A).
To lock the platform, tighten the height adjustment clamp.
To lower the platform, unscrew the adjustment clamp, push down to the required position and tighten
clamp.
The platform also rotates freely to give the therapist the flexibility to manoeuvre the platform.

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3. Operation
Mobile Traction Stand (8904-8)
To raise the Traction Machine :-
A) Rotate the height adjustment clamp anti-clockwise.
B) Support the Traction Machine as it rises.
C) Adjust to height required.
D) Rotate the height adjustment clamp clockwise to secure at desired height.
WARNING
Check condition of straps. If worn out replace immediately.
Only use Huntleigh Akron Straps and Harnesses.
ATP9 Traction Machine
ATP9 Traction Machine Clamp
Height Adjustment Clamp
Upholstered Buffer Pad
Locking Castors
Retaining Straps

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3. Operation
Mobile Traction Stand (8904-8)
To secure the Mobile Traction System to the table :-
A) Position the stand at the end of the table with the buffer pad against the upholstery.
B) To adjust the buffer pad, simply release the clamp knob.
C) Raise or lower the buffer pad to the desired height and re-tighten the clamp knob to secure.
D) Secure the retaining straps around the table and the mobile unit.
E) The castors on the Mobile Traction System must be locked to hold the unit in place.
Castors
Castors Locked Castors Unlocked
WARNING
Lock table wheels/castors prior to patient transfer or treatment.

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3. Operation
Counter Traction Straps (CT9000)
Two anchor brackets are provided for securing the thoracic counter traction straps at the opposite end of
the table to the mobile traction unit.
The brackets are held into position by tightening the grub screws onto the box section of the table.
The brackets must be fitted with the hole situated in the bar pointing outwards.
The large CT9000 strap is connected onto the anchor bracket by means of a dog clip, and the small
CT9000 strap is connected to the thoracic counter traction harness by means of a dog clip.
The pelvic Y belt is then attached to the ATP9 Traction Machine.
When connected, feed the large strap through the buckle and pull tight. The patient is then ready for
treatment to commence.

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4. Accessories
When purchased as a Traction Package the above accessories are supplied as standard.
If only the table is purchased, any of the above accessories can be obtained in addition.
ATP9
(ATP9)
Flexion Stool
(FS900) Spreader Bar (SC31)
Thoracic Harness
(CT81UV)
Head Halter
(HH51)
Pelvic Harness
(PB61UV) Counter Traction Straps (CT9000)
Cervipillo + Cover
(JC102 + CC103)
ATP9
(ATP) Head Halter (HH51)

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4. Accessories –Operating Instructions
ATP9 Traction Unit
Flexion Stool (Model FS900)
WARNING
Before the ATP9 Traction Unit is used, please read the ATP9 User Manual, paying
particular attention to safety instructions, warnings and cautions.
WARNING
The Flexion Stool is not to be used as a seat.
Only use on the table as a support under the calves of the legs.
To raise the stool…
A) Rotate the knob under the upholstery section anti-clockwise.
B) Adjust upholstery section to desired position.
C) To secure the stool, rotate the knob clockwise.

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4. Accessories –Operating Instructions
Traction Swivel Bracket and Mount (Model Option 8906)
Fitting Instructions
The swivel bracket is positioned at the foot end of the table and is fitted using a mounting bracket (item
A).
This is secured to the top frame (item B) using two bolts (item C), which are inserted into the holes on the
side of the top frame and secured by a nut and washer (items D) as shown.
The ATP9 Traction Machine (item E) can then be clamped into place on the support table platform (item
F). Refer to the ATP9 Traction Machine User Manual for the machine mounting procedure.
E
F
KG
J
H
A
Installation
Details C
D
B
WARNING
Always lock the swivel bracket before treatment commences.
Ensure that the electrical cord from the ATP9 is coiled away from any moving
parts of the swivel bracket.
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4. Accessories –Operating Instructions
Traction Swivel Bracket and Mount (Model Option 8906)
Operating Instructions
To raise the support table platform, unscrew the height adjustment clamp (item G) positioned on the side
of the bracket (item H).
To lock the platform, tighten the height adjustment clamp.
To lower the platform, unscrew the adjustment clamp, push down to the required position and tighten
clamp.
The platform also rotates freely to give the therapist the flexibility to manoeuvre the platform.
The swivel bracket (item H) allows the platform to swivel 180º and may be locked off centre for traction
procedures.
The bracket is locked into place by sliding the operating rod (item J) towards the index plate (item K).
This movement pushes a pin into the index plate and locks the bracket into place.
Sliding the operating rod towards the platform will unlock the bracket, allowing it to swivel freely.

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4. Accessories –Operating Instructions
Cervical Sitting Unit (Model 8903)
Fitting Instructions
Raise the foot section to its highest position and remove the black plastic end caps on the top of the foot
frame section.
Insert the Cervical Unit (item A) fully into the top of the foot frame until the stops positioned on the base
of the cervical unit fit up against the end of the foot frame section.
Slide the cervical mast (item B) into the accessory frame socket positioned on the cervical unit, so that the
hook on the mast is pointing downwards and up against the socket.
Secure the mast to the cervical frame (item A) by tightening the knob (item C) on the top of the cervical
frame.
WARNING
Check harnesses for wear before use. Worn and frayed harnesses should not be
used and should be replaced. Use only Huntleigh Akron harnesses.
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