IBIOM Instruments Ltd HEMA+ User manual

OPERATION MANUAL-HEMA+
IBIOM Instruments Ltd, 670 Joseph-Louis-Mathieu Street, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1R 0X3
Tel.: [phone] ● Fax: [phone] ● www.ibiom.com ● [email protected]
OPERATION
MANUAL
Revision: December 2020
TREATMENT CHAIR
HEMA+

OPERATION MANUAL-HEMA+
IBIOM Instruments Ltd, 670 Joseph-Louis-Mathieu Street, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1R 0X3
Tel.: [phone] ● Fax: [phone] ● www.ibiom.com ● [email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENT
1. CONTACT US.................................................................................................................... 3
2. INTENDED USE ................................................................................................................ 4
3. SYMBOL IDENTIFICATION .............................................................................................. 4
4. WARNINGS....................................................................................................................... 5
5. LABEL............................................................................................................................... 7
6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 8
6.1 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................. 8
6.2 CENTRAL AND DIRECTION LOCK........................................................................................10
6.3 CHAIR FUNCTIONS...........................................................................................................11
6.4 ARMREST .......................................................................................................................12
6.5 EMERGENCY POSITION –ELECTRICAL...............................................................................14
6.6 EMERGENCY POSITION –QUICK RELEASE..........................................................................15
6.7 RETRACTABLE SIDE TABLE...............................................................................................16
6.8 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY................................................................................................17
7. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................18
7.1 RECOMMENDED CLEANING PRODUCTS..............................................................................18
7.2 CLEANING PROCEDURE ...................................................................................................19
8. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................20
8.1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................20
8.2 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................21
8.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS..........................................................................................21
8.4 CERTIFICATION ...............................................................................................................22
9. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY.....................................................................................23
10. WASTE DISPOSAL..........................................................................................................24
11. MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................25
12. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................26
13. SPARE PARTS.................................................................................................................27

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1. CONTACT US
Before contacting us, make sure to have the following information ready:
➢7-digit serial number (example: 1234567).
➢Model number or name (example: HEMA).
This information is available on label located on base of the chair.
Phone
1-877-563-5777
Fax
450-445-9837
Email
[email protected]
Web
www.ibiom.com
Address
IBIOM Instruments Ltd
670 Joseph-Louis-Mathieu Street
Sherbrooke, Quebec
J1R 0X3
Canada

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2. INTENDED USE
HEMA+ chair is AC powered treatment chair that can be adjusted to different position. It is used
to support the patient during medical examination or procedure. It is intended to be operated by
healthcare professional in a medical environment including hospitals, clinics and doctor’s office.
3. SYMBOL IDENTIFICATION
The following symbols and their definitions are used throughout this manual.
Symbol
Definition
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.
Warning, electrical shock hazard.
Operator must read manual before using this equipment.
Operator must read manual before using this equipment.
Class II or double insulated electrical equipment.
Electrical safety, type B applied part.
No sitting.
No stepping.
This device contains materials that are potentially hazardous to the environment.
In accordance with directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE), HEMA+ electrical system and accessories should not be disposed as
unsorted municipal waste. Consult your instructional policies and local
regulations regarding
disposal.

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4. WARNINGS
MANDATORY. Read, understand and keep this manual before starting to use
IBIOM’s products. This manual must be available for everyone using IBIOM’s
products.
WARNING. HEMA+ chair is designed for indoor use on flat surfaces.
WARNING. Always lock wheels before the patient is placed in the chair.
WARNING. Never use braking system to stop a moving chair.
WARNING. Do not use HEMA+ chair for any purpose other than the intended
use.
WARNING. Do not modify this equipment without IBIOM's authorization.
WARNING. Do not use in oxygen-rich environment.
WARNING. Do not use in MRI environment.
WARNING. Do not use in wet environment.
WARNING. Do not use for CPR or X-ray procedures or with defibrillator.
WARNING. Never exceed safe working load of 350lb or 159kg on HEMA+ chair.
Safe working load includes patient’s weight and accessories.
WARNING. Never exceed safe working load of 75lb or 34kg on armrests. Safe
working load includes patient’s weight and accessories (optional retractable side
table for example).
WARNING. Never exceed safe working load of 10lb or 4.5kg on retractable side
table installed on armrests.
WARNING. Do not sit on backrest.
WARNING. Do not sit on leg rest.
WARNING. Do not sit on armrests.
WARNING. Always ensure that the armrests are locked in place before use.
WARNING. Do not leave patient unattended.
WARNING. Do not use HEMA+ chair as a transport stretcher to move the patient
from one room or floor to another.
WARNING. To ensure proper operation of the chair, maintenance must be done
as described in this manual.
WARNING. Read the warnings in the various sections of this manual.
WARNING. Do not roll on power cable or hand control cable.
WARNING. Keep all cables out of reach of children.
WARNING. Keep all cables away from moving parts.
WARNING. Do not move chair by pulling hand control, power cable or any other
cable.

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WARNING. Never use the chair if the power cable or any other cables are
damaged.
WARNING. Keep the power cable out of heat sources.
WARNING. Always ensure there is sufficient clearance around the chair before
activating the various movements to avoid collisions with the environment,
equipment and people.
WARNING. Never exceed duty cycle of 2/18 (2 minutes ON and 18 minutes
OFF).
WARNING. Medical staff should inform the patient on how to adjust the chair.
WARNING. If patient is not able to adjust the chair, the hand control should be
placed out of the patient's reach.
WARNING. Avoid placing hands and other body parts near moving parts when
the chair is adjusted.
WARNING. Always lower chair to its lowest position before the patient is seated
in the chair.
WARNING. Take appropriate precautions to avoid injury when handling
accessories (side table, arms, etc.).
WARNING. Defective or damaged batteries may leak acid and adequate
precautions must be taken during handling and transportation.
WARNING. Do not open the battery case as damage to the cell or circuitry may
develop excessive heat.

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5. LABEL
The product identification label is located on the product base. This image and the
information contained herein is for informational purposes only.
Symbol identification
Manufacturer’s name and address
Product code or name
7-digit serial number
Product’s weight
Date of manufacture (YYYY-MM-DD)
Maximum safe working load (maximum patient weight)
Made in Canada
QR code pointing to IBIOM’s website
Barcode including date of manufacture and serial number
Type B applied part
Double electrical insulation
Obligation to read the operation manual
Required voltage (120V), alternating current
Frequency (60Hz), max amperage (3.9A)
Maximum activation time followed by minimum deactivation time

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6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
6.1 Installation
WARNING. Always ensure there is sufficient clearance around the chair before
activating the various movements to avoid collisions with the environment,
equipment and people.
WARNING. HEMA+ chair is designed for indoor use on flat surfaces.
WARNING. Always lock wheels before the patient is placed in the chair.
WARNING. Never use braking system to stop a moving chair.
WARNING. Do not leave patient unattended.
WARNING. Do not use in oxygen-rich environment.
WARNING. Do not use in MRI environment.
WARNING. Do not use in wet environment.
WARNING. Do not use for CPR or X-ray procedures or with defibrillator.
WARNING. Do not roll on power cable or hand control cable.
WARNING. Keep all cables out of reach of children.
WARNING. Keep all cables away from moving parts.
WARNING. Do not move chair by pulling hand control, power cable or any other
cable.
WARNING. Never use the chair if the power cable or any other cables are
damaged.
WARNING. Keep the power cable out of heat sources.
WARNING. Never exceed duty cycle of 2/18 (2 minutes ON and 18 minutes
OFF).
Chair is delivered assembled and ready for use. The chair must be unpacked and inspected
upon receipt to ensure that there has been no damage during transport.
1. Once unpacked and put in desired location, install all accessories (arms, side table if
applicable).

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2. Position chair in the desired position. IMPORTANT: Make sure you have enough space
around the chair to avoid collisions between its surroundings in ALL POSITIONS.
3. Once in place, lock all wheels.
4. Remove any remaining packaging from the product. Example: Protective plastic on the
hand control cable.
5. Connect the power cord.
6. Perform an operation test to ensure that everything is working properly.

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6.2 Central and direction lock
WARNING. Always lock wheels before the patient is placed in the chair.
WARNING. Never use braking system to stop a moving chair.
WARNING. Do not move chair by pulling hand control, power cable or any other
cable.
WARNING. Always ensure there is sufficient clearance around the chair before
activating the various movements to avoid collisions with the environment,
equipment and people.
Central lock mechanism can be engaged with pedal located on both sides of treatment
chair. Pedal needs to be triggered by foot to one of the 3 positions :
•Red : all 4 casters are locked;
•Neutral : all casters unlocked and free to roll;
•Green : 1 caster at foot end locks in direction and 3 others remain free.
Direction
(green)
Central lock
(red)

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6.3 Chair functions
WARNING. Always ensure there is sufficient clearance around the chair before
activating the various movements to avoid collisions with the environment,
equipment and people.
WARNING. Always lock wheels before the patient is placed in the chair.
WARNING. Always lower chair to its lowest position before the patient is seated
in the chair.
WARNING. Do not leave patient unattended.
WARNING. Medical staff should inform the patient on how to adjust the chair.
WARNING. If patient is not able to adjust the chair, the hand control should be
placed out of the patient's reach.
WARNING. Avoid placing hands and other body parts near moving parts when
the chair is adjusted.
WARNING. Never use the chair if the power cable or any other cables are
damaged.
Commande à main
Bouton
Fonction
A
Simultaneous movements : raise backrest and lower leg section.
B
Simultaneous movements : lower backrest and raise leg section.
C
Raise chair
D
Lower chair
A
B
C
D

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6.4 Armrest
WARNING. Never exceed safe working load of 75lb or 34kg on armrests. Safe
working load includes patient’s weight and accessories (optional retractable side
table for example).
WARNING. Never exceed safe working load of 10lb or 4.5kg on retractable side
table installed on armrests.
WARNING. Do not sit on armrests.
WARNING. Always ensure that the armrests are locked in place before use.
WARNING. Do not leave patient unattended.
WARNING. Medical staff should inform the patient on how to adjust the chair.
WARNING. Take appropriate precautions to avoid injury when handling
accessories (side table, arms, etc.).
Use trigger located underneath arm cushion to adjust height.
Trigger located underneath arm cushion.

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To remove arm, unlock rotating lever located underneath metal base of arm. Remove
arm.
Lever used to lock/unlock arm.

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6.5 Emergency position –electrical
WARNING. Do not use HEMA+ chair as a transport stretcher to move the patient
from one room or floor to another.
WARNING. Always ensure there is sufficient clearance around the chair before
activating the various movements to avoid collisions with the environment,
equipment and people.
To activate emergency position, use corresponding buttons on hand control device. This
function moves simultaneously backrest and leg section.

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6.6 Emergency position –quick release
WARNING. Do not use HEMA+ chair as a transport stretcher to move the patient
from one room or floor to another.
WARNING. Always ensure there is sufficient clearance around the chair before
activating the various movements to avoid collisions with the environment,
equipment and people.
To activate emergency position, use red lever located at rear of backrest and lower
slowly backrest to Trendelenburg position. This function moves simultaneously backrest
and leg section.
Emergency lever

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6.7 Retractable side table
WARNING. Never exceed safe working load of 10lb or 4.5kg on retractable side
table installed on armrests.
1. Slightly lift side table.
2. Fold side table gently.

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6.8 Rechargeable battery
WARNING. Never exceed duty cycle of 2/18 (2 minutes ON and 18 minutes
OFF).
WARNING. Defective or damaged batteries may leak acid and adequate
precautions must be taken during handling and transportation.
WARNING. Do not open the battery case as damage to the cell or circuitry may
develop excessive heat.
•CAUTION. NEVER discharge completely battery or it may be damaged and reduce its
lifetime.
•Always allow battery to settle to room temperature before use.
•Do not exceed duty cycle 2/18 as it will shorten the life and reduce performance of the
battery.
•After every day of use, make sure to charge battery for 8 hours. Plug power outlet to the
wall to charge.
•If battery is not used every day, charge as needed.
•It is possible to use battery while it is plugged to wall outlet without any risk of damage.
•When battery level is low and needs to be charged, it will emit audible signal.

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7. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING. Always clean chair between patient to avoid contamination.
WARNING. Clean chair immediately after spillage of bodily or other fluids.
WARNING. Protect mattress cover from sharp and rough objects to avoid
damaging it.
WARNING. Always inspect mattress to ensure its integrity. A damaged mattress
can absorb contaminated liquids. In case of tear or wear, contact IBIOM to
immediately replace the damaged mattress.
WARNING. Do not wash with pressure or steam.
WARNING. It is the user's responsibility to wear adequate protective equipment
to avoid contamination from bodily fluids or other dirt on the chair.
WARNING. Any damage to the mattresses caused by the use of a product other
than those mentioned in this section or at a different concentration is not covered
by the warranty.
WARNING. Do not use cleaning products containing other products or in
concentration other than those specified in this section.
WARNING. Do not use abrasive cleaning products.
WARNING. Avoid placing hands and other body parts near moving parts when
the chair is adjusted.
WARNING. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that these instructions are in
accordance with the institution's internal infection control procedures.
7.1 Recommended cleaning products
-Disinfectant containing sodium hypochlorite (bleaching product) in a maximum concentration
of 0.5%. Always rinse with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
-Disinfectant containing hydrogen peroxide diluted in a maximum concentration of 0.5%.
Always rinse with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
-Disinfectant containing alcohol diluted in a maximum concentration of 22%. Always rinse
with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
-It is recommended to use “ready-to-use” cleaning products.
Notes:
•Always test the cleaning product in an inconspicuous place to check the effect of this
product on the cleaned surface.
•Always follow manufacturer’s cleaning products instructions.
•Clean spill as soon as possible to prevent penetration and becoming a permanent stain.

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7.2 Cleaning procedure
Procedure for effective cleaning of surfaces and openings.
1. Lower the backrest in about 45 degrees.
2. Clean all mattress surfaces, including surfaces in openings between the backrest and
seat and those between the seat and leg section. IMPORTANT: Allow the surfaces to
dry before raising the backrest section.
oNOTE: In case of major spill, it is possible to remove all mattresses for a
complete cleaning. Please contact IBIOM for further details.
3. Clean the armrests.
4. Clean all parts that may be contaminated and/or that are in contact with the patient, such
as side table, handles, chair base, etc.

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8. SPECIFICATIONS
8.1 Product specifications
Width without armrest
20 in / 51 cm
Width with armrest1
32 in / 82 cm
Length in lying position
64 in / 163 cm
Backrest
32 in / 81 cm
Seat
18.5 in / 47 cm
Legrest
12 in / 30 cm
Length in sitting position
33 in / 84 cm
Armrest dimensions1
6.5 x 15 in / 16.5 x 38 cm
Armrest adjustments
Rotating
Height adjustable
Removable
Operation
•2 functions hand control device (height and
ermergency position).
Adjustable backrest
0° à 85° (0° = Trendelenburg).
Adjustable legrest
0° à -105°, synchronized with backrest
Adjustable height
16 to 26 in / 41 to 66 cm
Emergency position
(Trendelenburg)
-5° with hand control
-5° with emergency quick release lever (option)
Maximum safe working load
350 lb / 159 kg
Wheel diameter
5 in / 12.7 cm
Weight1
130 lb / 59 kg
Mattress cover
Vinyl
•Waterproof
•Anti-microbial
•Stain resistant2
•Fire retardant
•FMVSS-302
•CA TB 117-2013 (Section 1-Cover Fabric)
•BIFMA Class A
•NFPA 260
•UFAC Class 1
IBIOM Instruments Ltd. reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
1 May vary depending on options.
2 If cleaning instructions are followed.