Rini Carl Series User manual

User Manual
Operator Chair Carl
- Model - Carl Spring R6 Rilis
- Model - Carl Swing R6 Rilis
- Model - Carl Spring R7 OneGrip
- Model - Carl Swing R7 OneGrip
2007-0010 v8
Tel
+46-
Spring R6
Swing R6
Spring R7
Swing R7

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Table of content
1. Operator chair Carl ........................................................................... 3
2. Important - Before use...................................................................... 3
2.1 Unpacking and installation............................................................. 3
2.2 Intended areas of use .................................................................... 4
2.3 Product identification label............................................................. 4
3. Basic adjustment of the chair.......................................................... 5
3.1 Model R6 - "Rilis" safety armrest ................................................... 5
3.2 Model R7 - "OneGrip" armrest....................................................... 6
3.3 Tips for comfortable position.......................................................... 7
3.4 Adjusting the foot control mechanism ............................................ 7
4. Disinfection, cleaning and repairs................................................... 8
5. Safety................................................................................................. 9
5.1 CE Declaration of conformance..................................................... 9
6. Technical specifications................................................................... 9
7. Disposal and recycling..................................................................... 9
8. Warranty ............................................................................................ 9

Operator chair Carl Spring and Carl Swing
1. Operator chair Carl
Thank you for choosing the Rini Operator Chair.
The chair offers excellent comfort with its ergonomic design enabling
high efficiency in daily patient work for surgeons and medical
professionals.
The model R6 is supplied with Rini's patented safety armrest "Rilis" that
can be adjusted with high precision to the desired position. The model
R7 is equipped with "OneGrip" armrest, popular when small adjustments
are required.
The operator chairs are specially designed for micro surgery and
developed in cooperation with operators and surgeons in Sweden and
internationally.
Rini is constantly improving existing products and developing new ones.
Consequently, we value the professional user’s point of view; so don’t
hesitate to let us know your opinion about any of our product lines.
2. Important - Before use
To ensure patient safety and the lifespan of the product, it is
important to observe the following instructions before use. Please
read this manual carefully and understand how to use the product
before you start.
2.1 Unpacking and installation
Before the product is unpacked make sure that the packaging has not
been damaged during transport. If so, document these with a picture and
report this to the transport company and your local Rini representative.
The chair is normally delivered in parts to save shipping space and is
assembled by the following steps.
a) Put the wheel base on the floor and if not already mounted, the gas
spring in the cone which is located in the base.
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b) Carl Spring has a cone that shall be placed on the thicker end of the
gas spring (see picture below). For all models the seat is then placed on
the cone and then the backrest.
c) Finally put the armrest into the armrest bracket and tighten. Note that
the adjustment buttons for R6 armrests shall point out from the chair.
2.2 Intended areas of use
The operator chairs Carl Spring and Carl Swing are developed for
different types of microsurgery where the operator needs a stable seated
work position with flexible relief for the arms.
Intended uses include: Neurosurgery, Eye Surgery, Ear, Nose and
Throat surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Dental Surgery
The chair may only be used for the purposes specified in this
manual. Any other use may pose a risk to the user. The chair should
not be used by operators that weigh more than 120kg.
2.3 Product identification label
The label is placed under the seat or gas piston and shows the product
part number and its unique serial number.

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3. Basic adjustment of the chair
1. Armrests can be places in two alterative positions, either in front of
the seat or towards the back of the seat (shown are R6 armrests).
2. Adjustment of height of backrest
3. Adjustment of seat and backrest angle
4. Height adjustment
5. Foot brake on back wheels (Carl Spring only)
3.1 Model R6 - "Rilis" safety armrest
Rinis patented safety armrest Rilis has extensive adjustment
possibilities to offer an optimal ergonomic working position.
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4
5
3
2
5. Lock wheel for adjusting
the armrest longitudinal and
lateral
4. Push buttons (without
load) for fine adjustment of
height and position
3. Coarse adjustment of the
armrest width
2. Coarse adjustment of
armrest height
1. Coarse adjustment of the
position, use front or back
bracket under seat.

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Setting 1 (coarse setting)
Place the armrest in the front or back bracket and lock the position.
Setting 2 (coarse setting)
The height of the entire armrest can be adjusted so it is in the center
of the work area for subsequent fine tuning. Use the knob to set the
appropriate armrest height.
Setting 3 (coarse setting)
The width between the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the
knob (same as setting 1) under the seat.
Setting 4
By pressing the buttons, the armrest can be adjusted for an optimal
working position. To release the armrest you need to use two hands
for safety reasons. One hand to move the armrest pad up and down,
while the other hand push the button. Set the armrest in the desired
position and release the button to lock the position. Note! that the
adjustment of the armrest should be without load.
Setting 5
The armrest plate is curved and loosen the black locking wheel to
position the armrest. Tighten when the correct position is found. The
armrest can also rotate around the black locking wheel, allowing
maximum flexibility and ergonomic relief. It also helps the operator to
be seated or get up from the chair and still be able to maintain sterile
hands by using the elbows to rotate the armrests.
The Rilis armrest should not be loaded with more than 15 kg.
3.2 Model R7 - "OneGrip" armrest
The OneGrip is suitable when an up/down adjustment range is needed
and it is required to be able to adjust the armrest while draped.
5. Lever for fine adjustment of
the armrest up/down
4. Knob for adjustment of
sideway position/friction
3. Coarse adjustment of the
armrest width
2. Coarse adjustment of
armrest height
1. Coarse adjustment of the
position, use front or back
bracket under seat.

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Setting 1 (coarse setting)
Place the armrest in the front or back bracket and lock the position.
Setting 2 (coarse setting)
The height of the entire armrest can be adjusted so it is in the center of
the work area for subsequent fine tuning. Use the knob to set the
appropriate armrest height.
Setting 3 (coarse setting)
The width between the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the knob
under the seat.
Setting 4
Turn knob to adjust the sideway position as well as the friction of the
armrest.
Setting 5
By pulling the lever upwards, the armrest can be adjusted to an optimal
working position. Set the armrest in the desired position and release the
lever to lock the position.
The armrest should not be loaded with more than 10 kg.
3.3 Tips for comfortable position
To achieve the best level of comfort please try the following steps.
1. Whilst seated in the chair, adjust the height of the chair to achieve
a 90oangle of the legs. The feet shall have the whole sole against
the ground during the adjustment.
2. Adjust the seat and backrest to a comfortable position.
3. If necessary, fine-tune the height of the seat.
4. Adjust the armrests to a comfortable surgical position.
5. Move the chair against the operating table to achieve optimal
access to the patient and foot pedals.
6. If necessary, fine-tune the position of the armrests to achieve a
satisfactory surgical position.
7. Adjust the height of the operating table to achieve optimal access
to the patient.
3.4 Adjusting the foot control mechanism
If the foot control does not work satisfactorily, it may need to be
adjusted. The two most common causes are.
1. The chair can't be adjusted in height with the foot control at all.

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Action: the adjustment is screwed clockwise until function is
restored, see picture below
2. The chair collapse under load, even if the foot control is not being
used. Action: the adjustment is screwed counter clockwise until
function is restored, see picture below
4. Disinfection, cleaning and repairs
No part of the product is normally in contact with the patient and the
armrests are normally draped during surgery.
Disinfection
Part
Product
Other information
Upholstery and
armrests
Virkon
(including most
disinfectants
without alcohol).
1% concentration.
(Disinfectants containing alcohol
cannot be used due possible to
dehydration)
Chassis and buttons
Noedischer
Dekonta
CCOTRADE RW
1-3% concentration
0,5% concentration
Cleaning
Part
Product
Other information
Upholstery and
armrests
Water and soap
Use damp cloth
Chassis and buttons
Water and soap
Use damp cloth
Repairs
The product should only be repaired by Rini or a Rini authorised service
centre. Product to be repaired under warranty must be sent to Rini
factory or an authorised Rini service centre.
Unauthorized repairs and modifications may result in loss of
function and void warranty.
Loosen with
10mm wrench
and adjustment
with hex wrench.

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5. Safety
The product should only be used as intended otherwise it can cause
injury to persons or product. Read this manual before the product is put
into service. Necessary knowledge of the product is required before
clinical use and this manual should always be available when using the
product. No accessories other than those mentioned in this manual may
be used. Please note the warning signs on the product.
Warning signs are used when there is a risk for patients, staff or
product.
5.1 CE Declaration of conformance
Operator chair 120-0010n-0n follows MDD EU Directive
93/42 EEC for medical products.
Tested according to EN/IEC 60601-1.
6. Technical specifications
Dimensions
Back support
Seat
W x H (mm)
350 x 300
460 x 420
Total width
600mm
Height range
560-700mm
Weight of chair
19kg/41lb (Swing) 25kg/55lb (Spring)
Safe Working Load
120kg/264lbs
Operational environment
Temperature range
Relative air damp
Atmospheric pressure
+5ºC to +40 ºC
20% to 90% at 30ºC
700 to 1060 hPa
7. Disposal and recycling
The product is mainly made from environmentally recyclable materials as
steel, stainless steel, aluminum and plastics. Rini recommends that the
material be sorted and recycled in connection with the destruction of the
product.
8. Warranty
The warranty is valid one year from the date of purchase. Please
contact Rini for further information.

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SE-186 42 Vallentuna Sweden
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