Park House Healthcare BUTTERFLY COT User manual

BUTTERFLY COT
User Manual

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CONTENTS
Section Page No.
1 General Safety Instructions 3
2 Features 3
3 Installation 3
4 Assembly 4
4.1 Assembly of sleeping platform 4
4.2 Assembly of the corner posts and end boards 5
4.3 The drop-down side rail 5
4.4 The 4 door sides 6
4.5 The door locking bar (option) 6
4.6 Connecting the cables 7
4.7 Correct positioning of the cables 7
5 Operating instructions 7
5.1 Operation of the height adjustment and profiling functions 7
5.2 The locking system of the handset 8
5.3 Using the lock-out box functions 8
6 Additional Safety information 9
7 Maintenance care and warranty 9
8 Troubleshooting 10
9 Technical data / spare parts 10
10 IP66 Ingress Protection 11

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1. General Safety Instructions
Before putting this cot into operation, it is very important that this User Manual is read carefully. The manual
contains important information for safe and proper use of the cot. Keep this manual handy for future
reference.
All of the functions of this cot should be fully tested by a competent person before the cot is used.
The cot must not be used if faults have been detected that may injure the patient, staff or a third person, or damage
the cot or the surrounding furniture.
Where necessary, the operating persons are obliged toacquaint the patient lying on the cot with the control functions
that are designed for use by the patient, and their safe usage.
The operating person is obliged, before using the cot, to be confident of the functionality and safe usage of the cot.
The cot may be used only on even and solid floors.
The cot must never be overloaded. Maximum working load - 180 kg (28.3 Stone).
If thereis a patient on the cot, castors must belocked (withthe exception of when travelling with thecot). An unlocked
cot poses risk of injury to the patient when leaving the cot or when supporting themselves.
The height of the mattress platform must be adjusted according to the height and condition of the patient.
This is a single patient cot; no other people should sit on the cot.
When handling the moving parts of the cot, ensure that the patient, other people or objects do not become trapped.
Before cleaning or maintaining the cot, the mains power cable must be disconnected from the mains.
The cot should not be used where there is a danger of explosion or in the presence of flammable anaesthetics.
When maintaining and cleaning the cot in the space between the undercarriage and mattress platform, the
adjustment functions on the handset must be locked to avoid unintentional activation of the mattress platform.
The mains power cable must be placed in a way so it does not get wound around the moving parts or trapped
between them; if the mains power cable is damaged there is a serious danger of injury from electrical current.
Inspections should be made at least once a month for visible wear and tear of all moving parts and cables.
The cot is intended for infants and small children. Ensure that children only have access to the cot under adequate
supervision. Do not allow children underneath the cot while it is in operation.
2. Features
The drives for the adjustment are electric mechanical linear motors with maintenance free permanent lubrication.
The motors are operated by a handset connected to the main control box via a spiral wound cable.
The motors and handset are isolated from mains voltage (230v) and operated at DC 24v low voltage.
3. Installation
The cot should only be assembled by a suitably competent person. The cot is suitable for installation by one person.
When installing more than five cots, two people should be used to complete the installation. They must read and
fully understand all of the instructions contained in this user manual. Do not attempt to assemble this cot if you are
unsure about any part of the instructions, or if any damage or defect can be identified.
The fuse in the mains plug should not exceed 5 amps.
The cot should be located on a level flat surface. Do not site the cot on loose carpet, rugs or floor coverings.
The cables from the mains power supply plug to the main control unit and from the main control unit to the safety
lock-out box must be positioned clear of the lift mechanism and braked castors to eliminate the danger of shearing
or crushing the cable.

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4. Assembly
The main component parts of the Butterfly Cot are shown in the diagram below
DESCRIPTION
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Foot board (Acrylic)
1
Base Lifting Chassis
6
Side Rail (Full bar drop down side)
2
Head Section Mattress Support
7
Side Rail (4 door perspex)
3
Foot Section Mattress Support
8
Side Rail (4 door bars)
4
Head board (Acrylic)
9
Safety locking bar (optional)
4.1 Assembly of the sleeping platform
●The cot base lifting chassis and mattress support platform will be fully assembled upon delivery.
IMPORTANT –Before operating the cot, you must check that all cables have been fitted correctly and that they
cannot become trapped, damaged and dangerous during use.
Cot chassis with head and foot boards
inserted into the base retaining clips

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4.2 Assembly of the corner posts and end boards
The head or foot board should be placed into the retaining clips A on the cot chassis and then when inserting
the corner post, the board should be located inside, and held at the top corners by, retaining clips B
Each corner post must be fully inserted into the bracket and securely fixed with the two bolts supplied
Please note that the corner posts are different designs for the 4-door type or the full drop-down side options.
Each side option will be supplied complete with the 2 appropriate corner posts.
4.3 The drop- down side rail
The drop–down side rail should be held in the closed position by ensuring that the side is fully raised and that the
lower side lugs are located and seated securely in the holder Aat each side, at the bottom of each corner upright.
The side rail can be lowered by lifting the lower lugs out of the holders and carefully letting the rail slide down the
side runners. The side runners will move out slightly to allow a more vertical position of the side rail.
The side rail can quickly and easily be completely removed by lowering it fully and then lifting the upper lugs out of
the holder A at the bottom corner of each uprights
B
A
IMPORTANT -
Before using the cot, please ensure that
that each corner post, head board and
side rail is located and installed fully,
correctly and securely,

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4.4 The 4-door sides
Each of the 4 doors has a securing latch in the bottom corner.
The doors can be held in the closed position by fully closing them and ensuring that the spring latch is securely
located down into each of the holes located in the 4 door stop brackets,
The doors can be further secured when closed by using the door lock which is fitted to each set of doors
The doors can be easily opened by firstly ensuring the door lock is unlocked and then lifting the securing latch
upwards, whilst opening the door
For quick and easy full access to the side, the doors can be folded and then fully swung back to each end of the cot.
4.5 The door locking bar (optional)
When using either type of the 4-door sides, If greater security is required then the optional door locking bar can be
installed and used
There are pre-drilled holes on the upper part of the inside of each of the 4 doors, which can be used to fix the 4
locking bar brackets in the correct location.
The locking bar can then be simply inserted down into the brackets, wrapping around each end of the cot.
The bar can be quickly and easily removed by lifting it upwards

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4.6 Connecting the cables
The Control box has colour coding to clearly indicate the correct cable connections.
IMPORTANT –Please ensure that all cables are connected correctly, and test all of the functions fully
before using the cot
Only connect the components as shown.
Connecting differently may result in damage to the control unit.
Colour Codes
1. Green: Lock-out device.
2. Red: Handset
3. Black: Backrest motor.
4. Yellow: Footrest motor.
5. Blue: Head raise-up motor
6. White: Foot raise-up motor
7. Black: Backup battery plug.
4.7Correct positioning of the cables
The cables must be connected in the correct manner to avoid trapping the cables between the metal parts of the cot
during use. This could cause damage to the cables and create a serious safety hazard.
IMPORTANT –Before using the cot, and after re-locating the lock-out box, check that all cables have been fitted
correctly and that they can not become trapped, damaged and dangerous during use.
5. Operating instructions
IMPORTANT - Any person using this cot must read this instruction manual carefully and they should be fully
conversant with the correct operating procedures for its safe operation.
5.1 Operation of the height adjustment and profiling functions
The head section, knee break, cot height and Trendelenburg tilting are adjusted by pressing the appropriate button on
the handset. For ease of use, the buttons are labelled graphically according to their function.
WARNING - Do not exceed the maximum usage period –all functions maximum of 6 minutes per hour.

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5.2 Locking System of the handset
The handset provides a locking function to avoid a potentially dangerous tilting operation. Touching the handset with
the magnet key will release the locked functions.
When the LED light is NOT LIT: The handset is locked.
When the LED is GREEN: The handset has all functions except the Trendelenburg tilting function.
When the LED is ORANGE: The handset has all functions operational.
The handset is supplied in the Locked condition. The handset will resume locked condition with the LED not lit when
there has been no further operation within 30 seconds. The handset will resume locked condition with the LED unlit
after a power failure or interruption of power supply.
WARNING –Use of the Trendelenburg tilting function can be extremely dangerous. The operator MUST
ensure that Trendelenberg tilting will not have an adverse effect on the patient before using.
5.3 Using the Lock-out box functions
WARNING - When moving the lock-out box location, great care must be taken to ensure that the cable from
the main control unit to the safety lock-out box is positioned well clear of the lift mechanism and castors to
eliminate the danger of shearing or crushing the cable
The lock-out box provides a carer locking function to avoid a
potentially dangerous operation.
The lock-out box can disable one, two or all of the electric cot
functions by using the individual switches
1. The back rest adjustment function.
2. The leg rest adjustment function
3. The leg cot height adjustment function
Turning the switch to the locked position on the lock-out box will
disable that individual function on the handset
The lock-out box can easily be moved and located on one of 4
fixed brackets located along each side and at each end of the
outside of the cot.

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6. Additional safety Information
Before operation
Ensure that the assembly is completed fully, and in accordance with the instructions given in the user manual.
Ensure that the local electrical mains supply voltage corresponds to that marked on the main control unit label
before connecting to the mains supply.
Ensure that cables from all motors are connected to the main control unit correctly before operation.
Ensure that all functions of the cot have been tested and that the bed is working normally.
IMPORTANT - In the case of any unusual noises or smells during the operation, immediately switch off the power at
the mains and remove the mains plug from the power socket. Ensure that no cables are trapped in the mechanism or
are damaged. If you have any doubts concerning the safe operation of this cot, do not use the cot, and call your local
supplier or Park House Healthcare Ltd., Tel: [phone]
Persons assembling or using the cot should read the user manual and familiarise themselves with its operation.
Ensure that any objects such as waste paper baskets, occasional tables, chairs etc. are not placed beneath the
lifting mechanism of the cot.
To avoid injury, no limbs or body parts of either the occupant or carer must be protruding from the cot between the
side rails or into the mechanism of the bed during operation of powered functions.
Before moving the cot to a different location, remove from the mains power supply. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the bed and / or serious or fatal injury.
When moving the cot with occupant in-situ, do not push over threshold strips more than 2 cm max. height.
Under no circumstances must the cot be moved by pulling or pushing the side rails, either when the cot is occupied
or empty. Siderails are not designed for this purpose.
Never exceed the maximum usage period of 6 minutes per hour, for the electrically driven cot functions, by lengthy
and unnecessary profiling or height adjustments. This can trip the thermal safety fuse, which will stop powered
movement of all electrically operated cot parts.
Once the cot is sited in the desired position, always ensure that the castors are locked in
the braked position. (See photograph right).
Before dismantling or troubleshooting, ensure that all functions are in the lowered position
(where possible), the power supply is switched off and the power cable is disconnected
from the mains by un-plugging. Ensure that all functions are not under any undue load and
are free moving.
7. Maintenance, care and warranty
To clean the powder coated tubular sections and wooden parts use a damp cloth with normal household cleaners or
warm soapy water.
Do not use any cleaning agents containing ammonia, abrasives or strong solvents. This will lead to damage of the
powder coated finish on metal parts and the finish on the wooden parts.
Mechanical cleaning, scouring, high-pressure hoses or automated cleaning will damage the cot.
Moving parts on the cot are fitted with self-lubricating bearings; they should not be oiled or greased.
All motors, cables and mechanical functions must be checked by a suitably qualified service engineer for damage
and correct operation, at least once every twelve months.

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Extended warranties can be purchased from Park House Healthcare Ltd. For more information contact Customer
Services on Tel: [phone]. In the event of a fault being discovered within the warranty period, the customer
should notify the Company at the earliest opportunity. If, upon inspection, the Company accepts liability then the
equipment shall be repaired or replaced at the company’s discretion. If the Company does not accept liability it will
inform the customer of the reasons for rejection and provide the customer with an estimate of either the repair or
replacement cost
8. Troubleshooting
Fault
Action
Motors not working when
handset operated.
Check the connection to mains (when mains power supply is being
used). Check the handset, motor and main control box connections.
One motor does not work when
the button is pressed.
Check the connection between motor cable and control box.
A BEEP sound is heard when
the button is pressed.
The ‘backup battery’(optional accessory) has low battery power.
Plug power cable into mains socket and switch on.
Handset or motors do not
function.
1) No power supply –Plug power cable into mains socket and turn on.
2) Handset or motor defective - Contact Park House Healthcare Ltd.
Motors suddenly have no
response or movement.
1) Switch off and unplug the mains cable; plug it back in and switch on.
2) Leave the system in the rest position for approx. 20-30 min.
3) Contact Park House Healthcare Ltd.
Permanent or longer sounding warning signal.
Contact Park House Healthcare Ltd.
Handset LED lights up in locked state or does
not light up in un-locked state.
Contact Park House Healthcare Ltd.
No adjustment can be made by
handset.
1) Try using the magnet key to release the locking function.
2) Check the handset connections.
3) Contact Park House Healthcare Ltd.
WARNING!
Any unauthorized modifications, adjustments or alterations will result in warranty invalidation.
Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified competent engineer.
9. Technical data / spare parts
Overall length
1800 mm
Overall width
860 mm
Safe working load
180 kg (28 Stone)
Total Cot weight
135kg / 21.3 Stones
Sleeping platform height
345mm~900mm
Height of side rail (options)
600mm / 900mm
Castors
12.5cm with central brake system
Adjustment for backrest / Adjustment for leg rest
66 deg +/- 2 deg / 35 deg +/- 2 deg
Power system
Dewert actuator system
Noise level
Up to 65 dB(A)
Raise-up motor
Megamat MCZ 8000N, IP66
Back motor
Megamat MCZ 4000N, IP66
Knee motor
Megamat MCZ 4000N, IP66
Control Box
MCL3, IP66
Handset
IPROXX 10 button SE, IP66
Backup battery
AG7, IP66
Tension voltage
230v/50Hz
Power duration
Max. 6 min/h (10%)

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Product conforms to EN 1970:2000
Product conforms to EN 60601-1:1990
Product conforms to EN 60601-1-2:2002, EN61000-3-2:2000,
EN61000-3-3:1995+1:2001,
IEC61000-4-2:1995+A1:1998+A2:2000
IEC61000-4-3:2002, IEC61000-4-4:2004
IEC61000-4-5:1995+A1:2000
IEC61000-4-6:1996+A1:2000
IEC61000-4-8:1993+A1:2000
IEC61000-4-11:1994+A1:2000
* We reserve the right to make technical changes, specification amendments and product improvements
without notice.
10. IP 66 –Ingress Protection
The Butterfly Cot offers IP66 Ingress Protection on all electrical components and controls as standard. This
is a very high level of protection which is completely dustproof and capable of being washed by a jet of water
without affecting the electrical operation of the bed.
WARNING! The cot must be disconnected from the mains supply before any kind of washing procedure is
undertaken. This cot and components are NOT suitable for steam cleaning or the use of aggressive
chemical cleaners. If in any doubt about a cleaning method or materials, please check with your local
supplier or dealer before cleaning.
Wire
Water jet
(intensive)
Dustproof
IP 66

Park House Healthcare Ltd
Whitehall 26 Business Park,
Heathfield Lane, Birkenshaw,
West Yorkshire, BD11 2HW, UK.
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New Corporate Headquarters opened in October 2006
The Company
Founded in 1984, Park House Healthcare Ltd is recognised as one of the leading manufacturers of specialist
pressure relieving and pressure reducing equipment in the U.K.
Park House Healthcare Ltd has an extensive product portfolio and the facility to customise products to suit
customer needs whilst offering solutions in pressure care, postural management and moving and handling.
Employing over 100 full time staff at our 60,000 sq. ft state of the art Corporate Headquarters in West
Yorkshire; Park House Healthcare are proud to offer in-house manufacturing, a full product audit and
decontamination service and a network of distribution centres as part of our continued commitment to
Customer Care.
24 hour care, 365 days a year dedicated internal personnel manage specific regions and divisions ensuring
one on one personal customer service at all times. With distributors in 25 over countries, Park House
Healthcare are a truly international company and we place important emphasis on providing high levels of
customer care to ensure we exceed customer expectations at all times.
Additional support nationwide is available through our service centres situated strategically around the
country.
Park House Healthcare Ltd is a respected member of the British Healthcare Trade Association and has BS
EN ISO 9001 and EN 46002 accreditation which is the specific quality standard for Medical Devices. All
products are CE marked in accordance with the European Directive 93/42/EEC.
ISO Certificate No: 8019
CE Certificate No: CA001810
Master Indemnity Assurance No: IFA2433 0451 CCI
Due to its policy of continued developed and
improvement, Park House Healthcare Ltd
reserves the right to amend any details and
specification without notice.
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