Penner Manufacturing PACIFIC Installation and operation manual

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Aqua-Aire Recumbent Height-
Adjustable Bath System 9700
& Still Bath
PENNER MANUFACTURING, INC
101 Grant St.
Aurora, Ne 68818
www.pennerbathingspas.com
Safe Operation & Daily Maintenance Instructions
1-866-PENNERS 1-866-736-6377 1-800-732-0717
PACIFIC
390750 Revision C 09/28/17

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Table of Contents
•Index 2
•Introduction 3
•Symbols and Terms 4
•WARNING / CAUTION / LIABILITY 4
•Regulatory Data 5
•Technical Description 6
•Left or Right Clarification 4
•Pacific Tub Technical Data 6
•Stretcher/Transfer Lift Technical Description 7
•Basic Components 8
•Pacific Aqua-Aire Control Panels 9
•Pacific Still Bath Control Panels 10
•System Preparation (Before Bath) 11-13
•Transfer from Bed to Bath 14
•Transfer At The Bathing Station 15
•Transfer Into The Pacific Bath 16
•Bathing Procedure 17-20
•Transfer from Bath to Bed 21-23
•System Cleaning (After Every Bath) 24-26
•Daily Maintenance 27
•Daily Safety Checklist 28-29

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Introduction
•The Pacific Height Adjustable - Bath System is designed to
significantly improve the efficiency and environmental safety of your
nursing care operation. However, the benefits designed into the
Height Adjustable - Bath System will be realized only if the system is
operated and cared for properly.
•The Stretcher/Transfer Lift is designed to safely transport the
resident to, into, and from the Pacific Bathing System. Its efficient
benefits are also only realized if the system is operated and cared for
properly.
•The purpose of this manual is to provide you with a recommended
procedure to help you obtain the maximum efficiency and safety from
your Height Adjustable - Bath and Stretcher/Transfer Lift Systems.

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Warning
•The warning symbol identifies important safety messages. Failure to obey a safety
warning may result in injury to you or to others.
•Alternating Current
•Type “B” Equipment
CAUTION
•The caution heading identifies important maintenance and operation information.
Failure to obey a caution warning may result in damage to the Pacific Bath and
Stretcher/Transfer Lift equipment, and may void the warranty.
Left or Right
• When the terms “left” or “right” are used with reference to the tub, this means left or
right as you look at the control panel from the key hole end of the tub.
Liability for Function or Damage
•In every case, the owner or operator of these systems shall be liable for their function
if the systems have been incorrectly operated, maintained or repaired by persons who
are not trained in accordance with its specific application.
•Penner Manufacturing shall not be responsible for any damage resulting from failure
to observe these procedures.
Symbols and Terms

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Tub Technical Description
•Regulatory Data
In accordance with the Standard For Safety of Medical Electrical
Equipment UL 606001-1, CSA C22.2 NO. 601.1, IEC 60601-1
UL Classification:
Class I
Ordinary Equipment
Type B
Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic
mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
»MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
WITH RESPECT TO ELECTRIC SHOCK
FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS
ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH UL2601-1,
UL60601-1, IEC60601-1, AND CAN/CSA
C22.2 NO. 601.1
•All temperature read-out values are accurate to +/- 2ºF (per NSF C-2). The read-out
range is -40/199ºF. Resolution is 1ºF. Also available in Centigrade.
•An electrical circuit diagram can be found on the inside of the lid of the electrical box
located inside the top lid of the Pacific Tub Panel.
•Service parts and technical information are available by contacting your distributor or
by calling one of the telephone numbers located on the front or back cover of this
manual.
•Environmental conditions for transport and storage for up to 15 weeks (as packaged
from the manufacturer) are as follows:
Temperature range -40º F (-40º C) to 120º F (49º C)
Relative Humidity 10% to 90%
Atmospheric Pressure 7.5 PSI to 15.5 PSI
61LN

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Tub Technical Description
Manufacturer: Penner Manufacturing, Inc
101 Grant St / PO Box 503
Aurora, NE 68818
[phone]
Models: Pacific - Recumbent 9700 Bath White
Model # 390010-1 (Aqua-Aire - Panel )
Model # 390020-1 (Still Bath - Panel)
Model # 390011-1 (Aqua-Aire - Long Tank)
Model # 390022-1 (Aqua-Aire –Short Tank)
Model # 390011-1SB (Still Bath - Long Tank)
Model # 390022-1SB (Still Bath- Short Tank)
Pacific Bath Ratings: 120 Volts AC
Aqua-Aire: 12 Amps
60 Hz 1 Phase
Actuator only duty rating
at full capacity load: One minute on / Five minute off.
Everything else is constant
Pacific Bath Height Range: 28 ½” to 43 ½”
(From Tub Rim)
The Pacific Bath is an“Aqua-Aire”, or “Still Bath”, height adjustable bathing system
intended for use in nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted living facilities to bathe
residents under the direct supervision of trained staff. The Height Adjustable bath
system consists of two units. The Panel is constructed mainly of gel-coated fiberglass
laminate on a steel frame, and the tub unit gel-coated fiberglass laminate. The Pacific
Bath has an Aqua-Aire system for bubbling the water with air, or a Still Bath with no
water action. It has a dispensing system to dispense shampoo/body wash and bath oil,
and a disinfecting system with hand sprayer to aid in cleaning the tub and lift. The
Pacific Bath is longer and wider to allow the use of an optional Stretcher/Transfer Lift
for ease of care by the resident. A thermostatic mixing valve controls incoming water
temperature. Digital temperature read-outs indicate all incoming and tub water
temperatures. A hand shower sprayer is also provided.

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Pacific Bath and Stretcher/Transfer Lift Description
Lift Technical Description
Stretcher/Transfer Lift:
Model # 391000-1 (Without Scale)
Model # 392000-1 (With Scale)
Transfer Charger: 24 Volts DC (Rechargeable)
Ratings: 5.2Amp
Lift Ratings: 24 volts DC
Load capacity rating: 400 lbs -5.2 Amps
Duty Cycle: 10% Int.; 1 min on / 9 min off
Height: 18-1/4” inches Minimum clearance from floor
Height: 37-3/4” inches Maximum clearance from floor (Note:
There is a 2” (two inch) adjustment to height clearances)
Length: 69-3/4”Stretcher overall length.
Width: 21-3/4” Width of Stretcher only.
(Lift Overall Width)
Width - W/O Scale: 36” Door opening clearance.
Width - W/Scale: 37-3/4” Door opening clearance.
The Stretcher/Transfer Lift is a mobile battery operated device designed for lifting
residents into and out of the Pacific Bath. It is intended for use in nursing homes,
hospitals, and assisted living facilities to aid in bathing residents under the direct
supervision of trained staff. The lift consists of a powder coated steel base to which is
mounted a pillar with an electric actuator. To the pillar is mounted a stretcher with
padding for comfort during bathing. The Stretcher portion consists of three powder
coated sections. The center section is secured to the pillar and the end sections are
adjustable to adapt and properly evaluate the resident. Three belts are attached to
secure the resident across the upper and lower body, and across the midsection. Your
Pacific Bathing System and the Stretcher/Transfer Lift may be raised and lowered
simultaneously to ergonomically adjust to the working height of the aid.
There is also a Pacific Chair Transfer System available for bathing in the sitting
position.
Basic Components
–Service parts and technical information are available by contacting
your distributor or by calling one of the telephone numbers located
on the front or back cover of this manual.

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Basic Components Continued
Stretcher/Transfer Lift
The Stretcher/Transfer Lift is a specially designed mobile stretcher to aid you
in transferring your residents from their beds to the bathing room, and into the
Pacific Bathing System. The stretcher on the Transfer Lift adjusts to enable
lifting the resident into the Pacific Bath and obtaining efficient submersion to
bathe the resident. The Stretcher/Transfer is battery operated with an
“EMERGENCY STOP” button. It has a removable battery pack that can be
recharged in a wall charger. The Stretcher/Transfer Lift automatically stops on
the down cycle when obstructed.
Figure 1

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Pacific Aqua-Aire Bath Control Panels
Figure 2
1. Temperature Control Knob (Fill/Shower)
2. Fill/Shower Water-Temperature Readout
3. Tub-Temperature Readout
4. Tub Fill ON / AUTO OFF Button
5. Tub Fill OFF Button
6. Tub Height Up Button
7. Tub Height Down Button
8. Aqua-Aire ON/OFF Button
9. Rinse Jets Button (On tubs with Aqua-Aire only, Push and Hold)
10. Disinfect Hand Spray Button (On/Auto Off)
11. Disinfect Jets Button (Push and Hold)
12. Hand Shower On/Auto Off (The unit has an adjustable time automatic shut-off)
13. Bath Oil Pump Plunger
14. Shampoo Pump Plunger
1.
2.
4.
3.
5.
6.
8.
7.
9. 12.11.10. 13. 14.

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Pacific Still Bath Control Panels
Figure 2
1. Temperature Control Knob (Fill/Shower)
2. Fill/Shower Water-Temperature Readout
3. Tub-Temperature Readout
4. Tub Fill ON / AUTO OFF Button
5. Tub Fill OFF Button
6. Tub Height Up Button
7. Tub Height Down Button
8. Disinfect Hand Spray Button (On/Auto Off)
9. Hand Shower On/Auto Off (The unit has an adjustable time automatic shut-off)
10. Bath Oil Pump Plunger
11. Shampoo Pump Plunger
1.
2.
4.
3.
5.
6.
7.
8.
11.
10. 9.

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System Preparation (Before Bath)
WARNING
Only personnel who have been thoroughly trained in the
operation of the Pacific Recumbent Height Adjustable 9700
should operate this equipment. Operation of this equipment
by untrained personnel could result in injury to the resident
or operator. Your Penner resident Care distributor is
available at your request to provide complete in-service
training on the equipment’s proper operation.
WARNING
The resident must be evaluated by qualified medical personnel
to determine if he or she is a proper candidate to safely be
transferred and bathed with the Pacific Bath and
Stretcher/Transfer Lift System. Failure to properly evaluate
candidates could result in injury to the resident or operator.
Prior to the bath, perform the following preparation steps:
Note. Check the level of bath oil, shampoo, and disinfectant concentrate in the
supply bottles daily to ensure that adequate amounts are available for the day’s
bathing requirements. These bottles are located inside the top lid on the Pacific
Bath Tub Panel. Replace a bottle before it runs out to avoid re-priming the
system.
1. Press the tub height “DOWN” button # 7 and lower the
Pacific Bath to its lowest position.
2. Place the drain plug in the drain.
3. Press the tub fill “ON” button # 4 to begin filling the tub.

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System Preparation (Before Bath) continued
4.Monitor the water temperature by watching the Fill/Shower
Water-Temperature Readout #2. Adjust the water temperature by
turning the Temperature Control Knob # 1 to a normal bathing
temperature, 95 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Also available in
Centigrade.
WARNING
In addition to monitoring the temperature readout, always
check the water temperature by allowing it to run over your
wrist. Failure to do this could result in a hot-water burn to the
resident.
5. Fill the tub to approximately 5 inches below the overflow
plate. This will normally result in the water rising to an appropriate
level as the resident is lowered into the bath. Less water may be used
pending evaluation of the candidate being bathed to achieve less
submersion.
Note: The Pacific Bath System is a large capacity tub. Fill only to the
level required to obtain the desired submersion determined by the
type of resident you are bathing.
6. (Still Bath Systems) Will not have the controls related to
any water action.

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System Preparation (Before Bath) continued
WARNING
Do not overfill, splash, or spill water on the floor. Water on
the floor could result in injury to the operator or resident.
7. When filled, press the Fill Button again to stop the water
flow. DO NOT start the water action until the resident is
transferred into the tub.
8. Make sure you have all of your bathing supplies
ready, such as a washcloth and towels.
You are now ready to transfer the resident from
the bed to the bath. To do so:
9. Push the Stretcher/Transfer Lift to the
resident’s bed and position it for a
normal bed-to-stretcher-transfer
position.
10. Lock the brakes by stepping down
on the lock-arm tab located on the
back of the rear casters as shown.
WARNING
Failure to lock the caster brakes before the resident is transferred into
the Stretcher/Transfer Lift could result in injury to the operator or
resident.
Locking Brake on
Rear Casters

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Transfer from Bath to Bed
11. Transfer the resident into the Stretcher/Transfer Lift using
the proper nursing transfer techniques. Place the three
safety belts, one across the upper body, one across the
midsection, and one across the lower body. Secure all belts to
the proper attaching points on the stretcher as shown below. Adjust
the incline of the Stretcher/Transfer based on the resident’s size and
level of water in the tub.
WARNING
The Stretcher/Transfer is pictured below in the first incline
position. You may need to raise the level of the
stretcher/Transfer to the second or third incline position based
on the resident’s size and level of water in the tub. Adjust the
incline BEFORE the resident has been transferred into the
Pacific Bath. Failure to ensure the resident’s head is above
water level, could result in injury to the resident or patient.
WARNING
Failure to ensure that the resident is properly secured in the
Stretcher/ Transfer Lift before being transferred, could result in
injury to the operator or resident.

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Transferring the resident at the Bath Station
12. Lower the Stretcher/Transfer Lift to the lowest position, unlock the
casters, and carefully push the Stretcher/Transfer Lift to the bathing
area, being careful to avoid uneven floors and objects in hallways.
13. At the bathing area, position the Stretcher/Transfer Lift on the
side of the Bathing System near the side of the tub, with the
resident’s feet towards the control panel.
14. Lock the casters once again on the Stretcher/Transfer Lift. Push the
UP button, on the hand control of the Stretcher/Transfer Lift, and
slowly raise the resident to a height that will clear the top edge of the
tub when it is in its lowest position. Always watch for objects that may
interfere or obstruct the Stretcher/Transfer Lift operation.
WARNING
Do not allow the resident to interfere with the operation of the
Stretcher/Transfer Lift while operating the equipment. Do not
allow garments, towels, and other foreign objects to interfere
with its operation. Ensure the resident is belted properly at all
times with all limbs kept inside the Stretcher area near the
resident’s body. Failure to take these precautions could result
in injury to the resident or operator.
15. Once at the correct height to clear the tub, unlock the casters and
carefully push the Stretcher/Transfer Lift towards the tub until the
Stretcher is located over the Bathing system. Ensure the legs of the
Stretcher/Transfer Lift clear the tub legs underneath the tub while
pushing the unit in.
16. Lock the casters once again and you are now ready to lower the
resident into the Bath or raise the Pacific Bathing system up to the
Stretcher/Transfer Lift whichever is safest for the resident and
operator.

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Transferring the resident into the Pacific Bath
WARNING
When using the Pacific Height Adjustable Bath System, in
conjunction with the Stretcher/Transfer Lift, caution must be
used when raising or lowering the units. Do not raise or lower
the Stretcher/Transfer Lift without consideration of the height
of the bathing system. Always ensure that all limbs are inside
the Stretcher area near the body and all objects clear. Failure
to take these precautions could result in injury to the resident
or operator. Failure to take these precautions could also
result in damage to either the Bathing system and/or the
Stretcher/Transfer Lift.
17. Before raising the Pacific Bath, ensure that all limbs are inside the
Stretcher so that the limbs don’t get pinched between the tub rim and
the bottom of the Stretcher frame. Raise the Pacific Bath button #6
to height that is ergonomically correct for you to bathe the resident.
Always be aware of the height of the Stretcher/Transfer Lift to ensure
they do not hit each other or that objects get caught between the tub
rim and the bottom of the Stretcher frame.
18. Lower the Stretcher/Transfer Lift into the tub until the resident is
submersed to a safe and correct depth into the water. ENSURE
THAT THE RESIDENT’S HEAD REMAINS ABOVE WATER AT ALL
TIMES. Always be aware of the resident’s limbs and anything that
may obstruct the lowering of the Stretcher/Transfer Lift and/or raising
of the Pacific Bath.
NOTE: The Stretcher/Transfer Lift is equipped with a RED EMERGENCY
STOP button which can be pushed at any time to stop the Stretcher/Transfer
Lift from raising and/or lowering.

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Bathing Procedure
1. You are now ready to begin washing the resident. The suggested
bathing time is 5 to 10 minutes. Bathing a resident more than 10
minutes is not recommended.
2. To bathe the resident, use the following procedures:
3. Start the Aqua-Aire (Aqua-Aire tubs) by pressing the on/off Button #8.
Procedures applying to any water action do not apply to the ( Still Bath
System).
4. Push the Bath Oil Pump Plunger #13 to add Penner Bath Oil to the
water. The amount of bath oil will vary according to the resident’s skin
condition. (One push of the Bath oil pump plunger will dispense
approximately 1 oz. of bath oil.)
Note. Penner Bath Oil is a non-aqueous, liquid bathing oil containing refined
lanolin similar to natural skin oil. When combined with water, Penner
Bath Oil can penetrate the skin. This combination of water and oil
restores moisture to the resident’s skin and benefits the nursing
attendant, whose hands are frequently in water as well. Additionally,
the use of Penner Shampoo & Body Wash eliminates the risk of
cross-contamination, which can result from sharing a single bar of
soap. Penner Shampoo & Body Wash works with the bubble aeration
of the system to clean and condition the skin.

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Bathing Procedure Continued
5. Bathe the resident’s upper body as follows:
a) Push the Shampoo Pump Plunger #14 and dispense
(from shampoo dispensing spout) into your hand or into a
washcloth. Then apply the Penner Shampoo & Body
Wash directly to the resident’s body.
b) Begin gently washing the resident’s upper body. Pay
special attention to folds or creases in the skin and under
the arms. If the scalp is flaky, apply a small amount of
Penner Bath Oil to the problem area and let it soak in
until time for shampoo.
6. Rinse the upper body with the shower sprayer as follows:
a) Pick up the hand-held shower sprayer located on the
right side of the control panel.
b) Ensure that the shower sprayer trigger is NOT engaged
when you activate the shower sprayer. Press the
Shower Button #12 to activate the shower sprayer.
WARNING
Never place the shower sprayer submerged in the bath water.
Always replace it on the side of the control panel in it’s holder.
Failure to do so could result in contamination of the facility
water system, which may result in a health hazard.

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Bathing Procedure Continued
Note. Once the shower sprayer is activated, it will stay activated for a period of
time and then automatically shut off. This time period (up to 10 minutes) is
adjustable by maintenance personnel only. The shower sprayer will shut off
when releasing the trigger.
c) While pointing the sprayer into the tub, not onto the
resident, press the shower sprayer trigger.
d) Adjust the water temperature by turning the Temperature
Control Knob #1 to the normal bathing range of 95 to 105
degrees Fahrenheit (or Centigrade ) as shown below.
Monitor the temperature by viewing the Fill/Shower
Temperature Readout #2. As a further precaution,
always test the water on the inside of your wrist before
turning the sprayer toward the resident.
e) Repeat the washing and rinsing steps for the upper body
a second time.
7. Bathe the resident’s perineal area as follows:
a) Lift the resident’s right leg and let the Aqua-Aire bubbling
action) wash the perineal area. This technique protects the
resident’s dignity and removes any residual waste or fecal
matter.

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Bathing Procedure Continued
8. The resident’s feet will be cleaned by the Aqua-Aire bubbling action)
at the bottom of the tub. For Still Baths and extremely soiled
feet, use the following procedure:
a) Raise the Stretcher/Transfer Lift seat until the resident’s
feet are at the same level as the outlet.
b) Hold the feet in the stream for 30 to 60 seconds.
9. To shampoo the resident’s hair, use the following procedure:
a) Wet the resident’s hair with the shower sprayer.
b) Push the Shampoo Pump Plunger #11 and apply a small
amount of Penner Shampoo to the wet hair.
Note. Penner Shampoo & Body Wash is a special formula with lanolin for use
with residents who have dry scalp and/or skin conditions. Penner Shampoo
special conditioning formula assures that all residues will be removed quickly
and easily, leaving hair clean, conditioned, and shining.
c) Massage the resident’s head to create a lather. Continue
the massage to fully clean the hair and scalp.
d) Rinse with the shower sprayer.
e) Shampoo and rinse a second time if required.