Mangar ELK Installation guide

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The ELK by Mangar International, is a four compartment emergency lifting cushion, which, when operated
by a person experienced in its use, is designed to lift a person from the oor, to an elevated sitting
position. Transfer to a chair or help to a standing position can then be offered. The ELK is powered by a
Mangar International Battery Airo compressor and controlled using a Mangar International 4-Way Hand
Control. Please refer to the separate Airo compressor instructions before operating.
WARNINGS
• This equipment must only be used by persons
practiced in its use.
• To maintain stability, persons being lifted must
have the assistance of one or more competent
assistants.
• Users should assess what assistance may be
required before commencing a lift.
• Ensure that the surface on which the ELK is to
be placed, is free from sharp objects. NOTE:
Place a blanket, groundsheet, towel or similar
under the ELK if using it on a rough surface.
• While in use, never allow a chamber to become
partially deated while any chambers above it
are inated. Chambers must always be fully
inated from the bottom up, in sequence, in
order to maintain stability.
ELK Standard Contents
1 x ELK (A)
1 x 4-Way Hand Control (B)
A
B
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Positioning the ELK
• Place the patient in the recovery position if
they are unable to transfer themselves onto the
ELK.
• Unroll the ELK by unclipping the ap (A g.1)
from the ends of the stability bar (B).
• Remove the end cap and then the stability bar
from its pocket (B g. 2) in order to provide a
more comfortable transfer for the patient.
• Fold the edge of the ELK underneath itself, by
folding along the line of the stability bar pocket
(g. 3).
• Position the ELK so that its ‘upper’ edge is
approximately level with and tight up against
the patient’s waistband (g.4). NOTE: Place a
blanket, groundsheet, towel or similar under
the ELK if using it on a rough surface.
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B
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Transferring the patient onto the ELK
• Roll the patient over onto the ELK (g. 5).
• Carry on rolling until the patient is lying fully
and squarely on the ELK (g. 6).
• Unfurl the folded over edge of the ELK (g. 7).
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• Replace the stability bar and ret the end cap
(g. 8).
Connecting the 4-way Hand Control and Airo
• Connect the four distribution hoses (C g.9)
from the 4-Way Hand Control to the four
connectors on the ELK (g.9 inset). The ends
of the hoses are colour coded and numbered to
match the corresponding ELK connectors (No.
4 is the top compartment; No.1 the bottom).
Note: If the fallen person is very large, it is
recommended to connect the compressor and
the hand control before the person is rolled
onto the Elk.
• Position the Airo compressor at the side of the
ELK ensuring that it will not be in the way while
lifting and supporting the patient.
• Connect the hose (D g. 9) from the 4-Way
Hand Control to the air outlet socket on the
Airo compressor and SELECT THE ‘AUTO’
FUNCTION ON THE AIRFLO COMPRESSOR.
TO ACTIVATE THE ‘AUTO’ FUNCTION, PRESS
AND HOLD THE ‘AUTO’ BUTTON UNTIL
IT’S L.E.D. LIGHTS UP (see separate - Airo
instructions).
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Operating Instructions
• Having positioned the ELK under the patient
and connected it to the 4-Way Hand Control
and Airo compressor, position a sturdy chair, if
possible, next to the patient for them to hold to
provide additional stability. When in the seated
position, the patient should place their arm on
the chair seat to provide further stabilization.
• Kneeling beside the patient, place them
in a seated position on the ELK (g.10). If
necessary, place a transfer belt (with looped
handles) around the patient’s chest and adjust
to t). Use the handles on this belt to provide
additional support and stability while elevating.
• Explain to the patient what to expect when the
ELK elevates.
• Press the number 1 button on the 4-Way Hand
Control (g.11). Steady the patient as the
ELK lifts. Stop ination when the rst (bottom)
compartment becomes hard. The compressor
will automatically stop as each compartment
becomes fully inated.
• Continue to operate buttons 2, 3 and 4, in
sequence, in exactly the same manner. Support
the patient at all times. Always inate the ELK
sections from the BOTTOM UP BEGINNING
WITH THE NO. 1 BUTTON.
• When all four compartments are inated, the
patient may be helped to stand or to transfer
(g. 12).
• To deate the ELK, rst disconnect the air
hose from the Airo and then press each of the
buttons on the hand control in turn to reduce
the pressure in each chamber. Once pressure
has been reduced, disconnect each of the air
hoses from the ELK.
WARNING: While in use, never allow a chamber to become partially deated while any chambers
above it are inated. Chambers must always be fully inated from the bottom up, in sequence, in
order to maintain stability.
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• After use, roll the ELK up with the 4-Way Hand Control and re-secure the ap around the ends of the
stability bar (see g. 1).
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Routine Cleaning
Inate the ELK, sponge clean with a detergent
solution and dry thoroughly before storing in a dry
place. Do not dry using hot air.
Disinfecting
Inate the ELK, sponge with a disinfecting solution
or alcohol impregnated wipe. Do not dry using hot
air.
Specications
Maximum load: 450kg (992lbs)
Weight of ELK: 3.6kg (8lbs)
Dimensions: 57cm (W) x 50cm (D) x 56cm (H)
(22½” W x 19¾” D x 22” H)
Max. air pressure: 0.35 bar (5psi)
Max/Min temperature: +50°C / -15°C
(122°F / 5°F)
56cm
50cm
57cm
ELK serial number: ...........................................
Date of purchase: ............................................
Invoice/Delivery note number: ...........................
Mangar International reserves the right to alter product specications and/or any of the information contained within this document without notice.
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Warranty
The guarantee is given against defects in material and workmanship and comprises piece, parts and
labour. The guarantee is not valid in the case of fair wear and tear, wilful damage, common neglect,
misuse or unauthorised alteration or repair by unqualied persons.
The following statements do not affect the consumer’s statutory rights. This product is sold on the
understanding that in the event of any defect of manufacture or material appearing within the warranty
period, the defect will be rectied free of charge providing that:
(a) Reasonable evidence is provided (e.g. purchase invoice, delivery note) that the claim is being made
within the warranty period.
(b) The defect is not attributable to accidental damage (either in transit or otherwise), misuse or
unauthorised repair.