Skytron 6701 hercules User manual

SURGICAL TABLE
6701 HERCULES
OPERATORS MANUAL
TEC-D-0010 REV2
6/11

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page
Although current at time of publication, SKYTRON's policy of continuous development makes this manual
subject to change without notice.
EQUIPMENT LABELS ..........................................................................................................................2
6701 Hercules General Purpose Surgical Table Specifications ............................................................ 3
SPECIAL USER ATTENTION ..............................................................................................................4
SECTION I INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................10
1-1. General.................................................................................................................................10
1-2. Power Requirements ............................................................................................................10
1-3. Pendant Control Unit ...........................................................................................................11
1-4. Floor Lock/Brake System .....................................................................................................11
SECTION II OPERATION.....................................................................................................................12
2-1. Electrical Power....................................................................................................................12
2-2. AC 120V Operation ..............................................................................................................12
2-3. Battery Operation ................................................................................................................. 13
2-4. Automatic Shut-Off ............................................................................................................... 13
2-5. Charging the Battery ............................................................................................................14
2-6. Positioning Functions ..........................................................................................................15
a. Floor Lock/Brake system..................................................................................................15
b. Trendelenburg ..................................................................................................................16
c. Lateral Tilt ........................................................................................................................16
d. Back Section .................................................................................................................... 17
e. Elevation ..........................................................................................................................17
f. Leg Section......................................................................................................................18
g. Flex Positioning................................................................................................................18
h. Kidney Lift ........................................................................................................................19
i. Return To Level ................................................................................................................19
j. Beach Chair ..................................................................................................................... 19
2-7. Emergency Back-up controls ...............................................................................................20
2-8. Emergency Brake Release................................................................................................... 20
2-9. Head Section........................................................................................................................21
2-10. Leg and Back Section Removal ...........................................................................................22
2-11. Table Top Rotation................................................................................................................ 22
2-12. Positioning............................................................................................................................ 23
SECTION III MAINTENANCE ..............................................................................................................26
3-1. Routine Inspections..............................................................................................................26
3-2. Preventive Maintenance ......................................................................................................26
3-3. Cleaning Recommendations ...............................................................................................27
3-4. Service .................................................................................................................................28

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6701 EQUIPMENT LABELS
DO NOT SIT ON END OF LEG SECTION(S) AS LOADS
IN EXCESS OF 140 LBS, MAY CAUSE INSTABILITY
THAT COULD CAUSE THE TABLE TO BE TIPPED OVER.
WARNING
WARNING
USE HEAD SECTION AS FOOT EXTENSION
ONLY - WHEN REVERSING PATIENT ON TABLE
REFER TO OPERATOR MANUAL.
6701 EQUIPMENT LABELS
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TOP ROTATION
H A ND LE
ALWAYS LOCK THE TABLE TOP IN POSITION AFTER A FULL
ROTATION OF 180° DO NOT ROTATE THE TOP WITH AN
UNDISTRIBUTED PATIENT LOAD AS INSTABILITY MAY
RESULT, EXERCISE CAUTION WITH THE TABLE TOP ROTATED
90° TO THE BASE SINCE AN IMPROPERLY DISTRIBUTED
PATIENT LOAD MAY CAUSE THE TABLE TO BE TIPPED
OVER.
TABLE TOP
---------- WARNING ----------
Table Capacity:
Lift 12 00 lbs.
Articulate 10 00 lbs.
See Operators
Manual for Limitations.
POSSIBL E E XPLOS I O N HAZARD
IF USED IN THE PRESENCE OF
FLAMMABLE ANESTHETICS.
DANGER
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH RADIA-
TION PERFORMANCE STANDARD 21 CFR
AT THE TIME OF MANUFACTURE
Manufactured:
Model No.
DANGER - E XPLOS ION H AZARD. DO NOT USE IN
T HE PRESENCE OF FLA MMAB LE ANAE STHETICS
DANGER - R IS QUE D'E XPL OSION. NE PAS
EMPLOYER EN PRE SENCE D'A NES TH ES I QUES
INFLAMMABLES
Grounding rel i ability ca n only be a chiev ed w hen
the equip ment is connected t o an equivalent
receptacle mar ked "Hospit al Only" or "Hosp ital Grade"
TWIST TO LOCK OR RELEASE PLUG

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6701 Hercules General Purpose Surgical Table Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Power requirements
Current Leakage
Power Cord
120 VAC, 60Hz, 450 Watts
Less than 100 micro amps
15 feet w/hospital grade
connector (removable)
12-1/2" 19-1/4" 23" 24-1/4"
14-1/2"
19-3/4"
6"
3"
79"
TOP VIEW
90°
60°
14-1/2"
37"
SIDE VIEW
8-1/2"
5-3/4"
19"
22"
41" MAX
23" MIN
END VIEW
UNIT TO BE USED ONLY IN SPECIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
TEMPERATURE: 15° - 30° C (60° -85° F)
HUMIDITY: 30% - 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY, NON CONDENSING
CLASS I DEFIBRILLATION PROOF, TYPE B EQUIPMENT- IPX4 RATED.
INTERNALLY POWERED EQUIPMENT
ETL LISTED
CONFORMS TO
UL STD 60601-1
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD C22.2 NO.601.1

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Do not use worn or damaged accessories, they
represent an injury hazard.
Remove possible obstacles before lowering or tilting
the operating table
Do not place objects on the base of the table, a
danger of damage exists during positioning.
Use caution when articulating the table top, pinch
hazards exist.
In general, common sense will dictate when there
is a potential hazard.
The following precautions should be reviewed
by all personnel prior to operating the table.
WARNING
Indicates a possibility of personal
injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of damage to
equipment.
NOTE
Indicates important facts or helpful
hints.
This equipment is intended for use by healthcare
professionals only.This equipment may cause radio
interference or may disrupt the operation of nearby
equipment.It may be necesssary to take mitigation
measures, such as re-orienting or relocating the
table or shielding the location.
Prior to use, all personnel that may operate
this table must be instructed in the correct
operational procedures.This table is designed
for use by trained and qualified personnel for
human medical purposes only.
Initial use should not begin until after the users
have been instructed by the manufacturer's
representative.
A routine instructional program must be
implemented by the facility for proper usage
instructions for all personnel that may operate
this table.
The maximum lifting capacity of the 6701
Herculestableis 1,200 pounds and themaximum
articulation weight capacity is 1,000 pounds.
When lifting or articulating large patients, pay
close attention to the patient position as well
as the positioning guidelines and limitations
listed in the operation instructions.
The extreme positioning capabilities of the 6701
Hercules Table requires special attention for
possible interference points when using multiple
function positioning. As with the operation of any
surgical table, a certain amount of care should be
exercised to position the patient safely. Although
the thick pads and sheets substantially protect the
patient, pinch points, located at the joints of the top
section should always be considered. BE SURE
THAT THE ARMS, HANDS AND FINGERS OF
THE PATIENT AND THOSE OF THE OPERATING
ROOM PERSONNEL ARE CLEAR OF ALL
MOVING PARTS BEFORE MOVING THE TABLE.
Proper restraints should always be used for patient
safety.
Certain accessories such as the Uro-Drain Tray,
Armboards and X-Ray top can be damaged when
changing the position of the table top sections.
Always look first to see if a desired movement is
going to interfere with any accessories in use.
The operator has the ultimate responsibility of
preventing damage to the table and surrounding
equipment or possible injury to the patient or
staff.
The operator must ensure proper positioning is
maintained to prevent compromizing respiration,
nerve pathways or circulation.
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NOTE
Activating any function button will
activate the brake system. Using the
TABLE UP function to set the brakes
provides a visual assurance that the
brakes are locked without altering the
table position, except when emergency
brake is released.
WARNING
Possible explosion hazard exists if table
is used in the presence of FLAMMABLE
ANESTHETICS.
NOTE
An equalization grounding terminal is
located under the main power panel.
This is provided as an alternate pathway
to reduce the risk of static shock
hazards. Always follow recommended
grounding procedures to ensure patient
and staff safety.
NOTE
Thetablewilloperatecorrectlyonbattery
power with the power cord connected
to a wall outlet or disconnected.
NOTE
Battery Operation must be turned
OFF at the pendant control. It can not
be turned Off using the main power
switch.
NOTE
Turning the Main Power Switch ON will
change the table operation to 120 VAC
power.
NOTE
When the red light starts to blink
(indicating low power in battery) the
table will operate for approximately
5 continuous minutes, typically long
enough to use the table for the rest of
the day.
NOTE
The charging system operates ONLY
when the table is in AC120V operation
mode.
NOTE
The table can be operated on 120VAC
power while the battery is being
recharged.
NOTE
If the table is stored for a period greater
than 6 months, the batteries should
be removed and stored in a dry, clean
condition at a storage temperature of 68°
F (20° C). Batteries should be recharged
every 6 months of product storage.
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WARNING
To maximize patient safety, utilize
properrestraintmethods duringextreme
Trendelenburg positioning.
NOTE
To prevent table damage, a safety
interlock limits lateral tilt positioning to
20°ifTrendelenburgpositioningexceeds
20°. An audible alarm will sound.
WARNING
To maximize patient safety, utilize proper
restraintmethodsduringextreme lateral
tilt positioning.
NOTE
To prevent damage to the kidney lift,
a safety interlock prevents the back
section from going above horizontal if
the kidney lift is not all the way down.
If the kidney lift is raised, an audible
alarm will sound when the BACK UP
button is pressed.
NOTE
Ifback sectionisbelow horizontal,BACK
UP function is limited to 800 pound
patient weight.
WARNING
•Do Not unlock brakes when patient is
on the table. An uneven patient weight
load may cause instability.
•If circumstances demand table brakes
to be unlocked, the patient must be
centered and evenly distributed on the
table top (i.e. supine or prone position)
with the table lowered to its lowest height
position. The maximum patient weight
shouldnot exceed500pounds.Table top
rotation must be in normal orientation,
that is, the back section over the long
end of the table.Patient's head must be
on the head section.Head section must
be attached in its normal orientation to
the table's back section.
•Prior to unlocking brakes, check for
obstructions on the floor that might
prevent the table from moving smoothly
to new location. Relock the brakes
immediately once the final position
is reached and before commencing
surgery. Table brakes should remain
locked at all times if patient weight
exceeds 500 pounds.
NOTE
With an evenly distributed patient weight
load, all table positioning functions will
operate smoothly and quietly with a
patient weight of up to 1,000 pounds.
NOTE
To prevent table damage, a safety
interlocklimitsTrendelenburgpositioning
to 20° if lateral tilt positioning exceeds
20°. An audible alarm will sound.
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NOTE
The emergency back-up control
switches will function when the table is
operating on 120VAC power, battery
power, or turned off.
NOTE
•The Emergency Brake Release
Valve must be closed and tightened
(counter-clockwise) before activating
any hydraulic function.
•If the Emergency Brake Release
Valve has been operated, the BRAKE
UNLOCK button on the pendant control
will have to be pressed before brakes
will lock again.
NOTE
To make the Back Section easier to
handle, remove the Head Section and
X-ray Top prior to removing the Back
Section.
WARNING
Ensure that the Leg and Back sections
are properly engaged and secured to
pins before use to prevent injury.
NOTE
The Leg and Back sections are labeled
for proper orientation. The Leg section
cannot be installed on the Back section
pins.
WARNING
The Leg section may hit the table base
or the floor if both the leg and elevation
systems are placed in their full down
position.
NOTE
When REFLEX button is activated, if
Kidney Bridge is up, the back section
will not go above horizontal.
NOTE
To prevent damage to the kidney lift,
a safety interlock prevents the kidney
lift from going up if the back section
is raised above horizontal. An audible
alarm will sound.
NOTE
Elevation and brake system functions
are not affected by the return to level
function.
CAUTION
The Back Section/Kidney Lift safety
interlock is not operational when the
emergency back-up control switches
are used.
CAUTION
The EMERGENCY BRAKE LOCK
switch does not activate the brake
system timer. The switch must be held
until the brakes are completely locked,
approximately 10 seconds.
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WARNING
The antistatic properties of the table are
dependent on the use of the original pad
set which was furnished with the table or
an alternate approved replacement.
WARNING
Certain accessories may limit weight
capacities. Check with your SKYTRON
representative.
WARNING
SKYTRON Products are guaranteed
for proper performance with the use of
genuine SKYTRON accessories.
Accessories and products not furnished
by SKYTRON have not been tested for
proper performance and safety. Such
applications or use are at the discretion
of the user to ensure patient and staff
safety.
CAUTION
Do not use the table if any of the
inspection points fail.
WARNING
Personal injury to patient or staff may
result from a lack of proper maintenance
of this equipment.
NOTE
Normal table top position is with the
head (and back) section over the power
cord end of the base.
WARNING
Always lock the table top in position after
rotation. DO NOT rotate the top with
an unevenly distributed patient weight
load as instability may result.
WARNING
•Make sure the TOP ROTATION LOCK
HANDLEistightenedandthebrakesare
set before transferring the patient.
•Exercise caution with the table top
rotated 90° to the base since an
improperly distributed patient load
may cause the table to be tipped over.
A table support rod is required for 90°
positioning. See Specialty Positioning.
WARNING
Consult manufacturer's instructions
when using high frequency surgical
equipment, cardiac defibrillator and
cardiac defibrillator monitors.
WARNING
When an antistatic pathway is required,
the table has to be used on an antistatic
floor.
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NOTE
Always follow current AORN Journal
Guidelines to ensure proper cleaning
and disinfection procedure.
CAUTION
Caution should be taken when cleaning
the table to prevent excessive fluid entry
into electrical connectors.
WARNING
Always follow OSHA blood-borne
pathogens standards for protective
clothing, including gloves, masks and
eye protection when cleaning the
surgical table.
CAUTION
Thoroughly read and follow the manu-
facturer's directions for all cleaning
fluids. DO NOT use cleaners containing
phenolics.
CAUTION
When using spray cleaners DO NOT
spray fluids directly into electrical
receptacles or micro switches.
CAUTION
Beforereplacingpadsonthetable,make
sure the pads and all mating surfaces
are completely dry. Moisture trapped
between the pads and mating surfaces
may cause distortion of table tops.
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with a three prong, hospital grade plug. The main
power ON/OFF switch is located on the electrical
panel on the front edge of the table base. See
figure 1-2.
The battery charging indicator and foot control
connector are also located on the electrical
panel.
Figure 1-1. 6701 HERCULES
1-1. General
SKYTRON’s 6701 Hercules Surgical Table is an
electro-hydraulically operated, general purpose
surgical table. See figure 1-1.
The electro-hydraulic positioning functions operated
by the hand-held, push button, pendant control
unit are: Trendelenburg, lateral tilt, back section,
elevation, leg section, flex/reflex, kidney lift, return
to level, beach chair and the floor lock/brake
system.
Manual controls are provided for head section
positioning, table top rotation, emergency brake
release, back section removal and leg section
removal.
1-2. Power Requirements
The 6701 Hercules Surgical Table requires a
120VAC, 60 Hz electrical power supply. The table is
equipped with a removable 15 foot long power cord
SECTION I INTRODUCTION
Figure 1-2. Electrical Panel
MAIN POWER
SWITCH
BATTERY
INDICATOR
FOOT CONTROL
CONNECTOR
POWER
CORD
REMOVABLE
LEG SECTION
SEAT
SECTION
REMOVABLE
BACK SECTION
HEAD
SECTION
SIDE
RAIL
HEAD SECTION
LOCKING KNOB
PENDANT CONTROL
STORAGE BRACKET
TOP ROTATION
HANDLE
SERVICE
ACCESS COVER
POWER
CORD
MAIN POWER
SWITCH
EMERGENCY
BRAKE RELEASE
FLOOR/LOCK
BRAKE (4)
PENDANT
CONTROL
LEG SECTION
RELEASE LEVER
(RECESSED)

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1-3. Pendant Control Unit
The hand-held pendant control unit (figure 1-3) has
a non-slip rubber cover which assures a positive
grip during use. A spring clip hanger is located
on the back of the control for storage. When the
Pendant Control is not in use, it should be stored on
a convenient side or end rail. A bracket is located
under the table top next to the pendant control
connector for storage of the Pendant Control when
the table is not in use and during cleaning. See
figure 1-4.
Figure 1-3. Pendant Control Unit
Figure 1-4. Pendant Control Storage Bracket
The function push buttons are identified with
abbreviated descriptions for all functions. See
figure 1-5. When illuminated the Trendelenburg
and table up buttons are red, the remaining buttons
are all green.
Figure 1-5. Function Buttons
1-4. Floor Lock/Brake System
The floor lock/brake system consists of four self-
leveling, hydraulic brake cylinders which raise and
support the table base off from the casters. Press
the TABLE UP button on the pendant control to set
the table’s brakes. An electronic timer will activate
the brake system until the brakes are completely
set, approximately 8-10 seconds.
NOTE
Activating any function button will
activate the brake system. Using the
TABLE UP function to set the brakes
provides a visual assurance that the
brakes are locked without altering the
table position, except when emergency
brake is released.
POWER
INDICATOR
SIDE RAIL
CLIP
FUNCTION
BUTTONS
BACK
SECTION
PENDANT CONTROL
STORAGE BRACKET
TOP ROTATION
HANDLE
SEAT
SECTION
AC120V POWER ON
INDICATOR LIGHT
(GREEN)
TABLE UP
(BRAKE LOCK)
LATERAL
TILT LEFT
BACK UP
LEG UP
FLEX
KIDNEY
LIFT UP
RETURN
TO LEVEL
LATERAL
TILT RIGHT
BACK DOWN
TABLE DOWN
LEG DOWN
REFLEX
KIDNEY
LIFT DOWN
BEACH
CHAIR
BRAKE
UNLOCK
REVERSE
TRENDELENBURG
TRENDELENBURG

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2-1. Electrical Power
The 6701 table will operate on either 120 VAC or
battery power.
WARNING
Prior to operating the table, observe
all table caution labels and review the
SPECIAL USER ATTENTION section
in the front of this manual.
WARNING
Possible explosion hazard exists if table
is used in the presence of FLAMMABLE
ANESTHETICS.
NOTE
An equalization terminal is located
under the main power panel. This is
provided as an alternate pathway to
reduce the risk of static shock hazards.
Always follow recommended grounding
procedures to ensure pattient and staff
safety.
2-2. AC 120V Operation
Use the following procedures to operate the table
on 120 VAC power.
a. Make sure the Power cord is securely attached
to the table. To install the power cord, align the
cord connector with the base connector, insert the
cord and twist clockwise to lock the cord into the
connector. See figure 2-1. Plug the cord into a
properly grounded, Hospital Grade, 120VAC outlet.
Make sure the power cord is routed to the outlet
to prevent it from being in the way of operating
personnel.
SECTION II OPERATION
Figure 2-1. Electrical Panel
The pendant control buttons and the green AC
120V, POWER indicator light located in the upper
right corner of the pendant control will illuminate.
See figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. Pendant Control
c. The table is now ready for 120VAC
operation.
b. Activate the POWER SWITCH located on the
electrical panel. The switch will illuminate.
MAIN POWER
SWITCH
TWIST TO
LOCK
FOOT CONTROL
CONNECTOR
BATTERY
INDICATOR
POWER
CORD
EQUALIZATION
GROUNDING TERMINAL
AC120V POWER ON
INDICATOR LIGHT
(GREEN)

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2-3. Battery Operation
a. Make sure the Battery Indicator and Main
Power Switch indicator lights, on the electrical
panel, are OFF. See figure 2-2. If the indicator
lights are ON, turn AC120V operation OFF with
the main power switch.
NOTE
Thetablewilloperatecorrectlyonbattery
power with the power cord connected
to a wall outlet or disconnected.
b. Press the BATT button on the hand-held
pendant control. The pendant control buttons
and the red BATTERY indicator light, located in
the upper right corner of the pendant control, will
illuminate.
c. The table is now ready for BATTERY
operation.
d. To extend the battery charge life, turn the
BATTERY power OFF with the pendant control
when the table is not going to be used.
NOTE
Battery Operation must be turned
OFF at the pendant control. It cannot
be turned OFF using the main power
switch.
2-4. Automatic Shut-Off
a. To prevent unnecessary discharge of the
battery, a timer is built into the battery circuit. This
timer will automatically shut the battery power OFF
after 1½ hours of table inactivity.
b. To turn the table ON again, press the BATT
button on the pendant control, the pendant control
buttons and the red indicator light will illuminate.
NOTE
Turning the Main Power Switch ON will
change the table operation to 120 VAC
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Figure 2-3. Battery Indicator
b. If the battery needs to be charged when
operating the table on battery power, the red
indicator light on the pendant control will begin to
blink.
2-5. Charging the Battery
Batteries should be charged:
• When the table is placed into initial
service
• As indicated by Battery Indicator
• Every week under normal service
conditions
a. Battery Indicator The Battery Indicator
consists of ten lighted bars, 3 red, 4 yellow and
3 green. See figure 2-3. Each bar represents a
percentage of the battery charge condition. When
all ten bars are illuminated, the batteries are fully
charged. The following list shows the battery
charge level as indicated by the lighted bars;
3 green 100% -Fully charged
2 green 89%
1 green 78%
4 yellow 67%
3 yellow 56%
2 yellow 45% -Needs Charging (BATT
indicator on pendant will flash)
1 yellow 34% -Needs Charging
3 red 23% -Needs Charging
(poor performance)
2 red 12% -Needs Charging
(intermittent performance)
1 red 1% -Needs Charging
(inoperable)
During charging, the bars will light in sequence
to the respective charge level, turn off and light in
sequence again.
NOTE
When the red light starts to blink
(indicating low power in battery) the
table will operate for approximately
5 continuous minutes, typically long
enough to use the table for the rest of
the day.
NOTE
The charging system operates ONLY
when the table is in AC120V operation
mode.
c.To recharge the battery, make sure the power
cord is connected, plugged into a 120VAC wall
outlet and the main POWER SWITCH - ON.
NOTE
The table can be operated on 120VAC
power while the battery is being
recharged.
d. A full battery charge will last approximately 2
weeks under normal operating conditions. However,
it is recommended to charge the batteries at the
end of each week to establish a normal routine
protocol. Lead acid batteries last longer if they
are not permitted to fully discharge. The table
features (2) 12 volt, sealed, lead acid batteries
which require no manual maintenance. Lead acid
gel batteries, under a proper charging program,
feature an approximate normal life of 4 years.
NOTE
If the table is stored for a period greater
than 6 months, the batteries should
be removed and stored in a dry, clean
condition at a storage temperature of 68°
F (20° C). Batteries should be recharged
every 6 months of product storage.
BATTERY
INDICATOR

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2-6. Positioning Functions
The hand-held pendant control (figure 2-4) activates
the following table functions:
Figure 2-4. Pendant Control Function
Buttons
a. Floor Lock/Brake System. To activate
the brakes without affecting table positioning,
press the TABLE UP button. See figure 2-5. The
elevation cylinder will not function until the brakes
are completely extended.
Figure 2-5. Brake System Activation
Press the BRAKE UNLOCK button on the pendant
control to release the four self-leveling brake feet
in order to move the table. See figure 2-5. The
brake delay circuit automatically retracts the brake
system. It takes approximately 7-8 seconds to
totally release the system.
WARNING
•Do Not unlock brakes when patient is
on the table. An uneven patient weight
load may cause instability.
•If circumstances demand table brakes
to be unlocked, the patient must be
centered and evenly distributed on the
table top (i.e. supine or prone position)
with the table lowered to its lowest height
position. The maximum patient weight
shouldnot exceed500pounds.Table top
rotation must be in normal orientation,
that is, the back section over the long
end of the table.Patient's head must be
on the head section.Head section must
be attached in its normal orientation to
the table's back section.
•Prior to unlocking brakes, check for
obstructions on the floor that might
prevent the table from moving smoothly
to new location. Relock the brakes
immediately once the final position
is reached and before commencing
surgery. Table brakes should remain
locked at all times if patient weight
exceeds 500 pounds.
NOTE
With an evenly distributed patient weight
load, all table positioning functions will
operate smoothly and quietly with a
patient weight of up to 1,000 pounds.
AC120V POWER ON
INDICATOR LIGHT
(GREEN)
TABLE UP
(BRAKE LOCK)
LATERAL
TILT LEFT
BACK UP
LEG UP
FLEX
KIDNEY
LIFT UP
RETURN
TO LEVEL
LATERAL
TILT RIGHT
BACK DOWN
TABLE DOWN
LEG DOWN
REFLEX
KIDNEY
LIFT DOWN
BEACH
CHAIR
BRAKE
UNLOCK
REVERSE
TRENDELENBURG
TRENDELENBURG
TABLE UP
(BRAKE LOCK)
BRAKE
UNLOCK

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Figure 2-7. Lateral Tilt Positioning
b. Trendelenburg. To place the table in a Tren-
delenburg (head down) position, press theTREND
button (figure 2-6). To place the table in a reverse
Trendelenburg (head up) position, press the REV
TREND button. Trendelenburg positioning of up
to 30° may be obtained if lateral tilt positioning is
less than 20°.
NOTE
To prevent table damage, a safety
interlocklimitsTrendelenburgpositioning
to 20° if lateral tilt positioning exceeds
20°. An audible alarm will sound.
WARNING
To maximize patient safety, utilize
properrestraintmethods duringextreme
Trendelenburg positioning.
c. Lateral Tilt. To achieve lateral tilt right (as
viewed from the head end of the table), press the
TILT RIGHT button (figure 2-7). To achieve lateral
tilt left, press the TILT LEFT button. Tilt of up to
30° may be obtained if Trendelenburg positioning
is less than 20°.
NOTE
To prevent table damage, a safety
interlock limits lateral tilt positioning to
20°ifTrendelenburgpositioningexceeds
20°. An audible alarm will sound.
WARNING
To maximize patient safety, utilize proper
restraintmethodsduringextreme lateral
tilt positioning.
Figure 2-6. Trendelenburg Positioning
30˚
30˚
REVERSE
TRENDELENBURG TRENDELENBURG
30˚ 30˚
LATERAL
TILT LEFT
LATERAL
TILT RIGHT

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d. Back Section. To raise the back section,
press the BACK UP button (figure 2-8). The back
section will raise up to 90° above horizontal. To
lower the back section, press the BACK DOWN
button. The back section will go down to 40° below
horizontal.
NOTE
To prevent damage to the kidney lift,
a safety interlock prevents the back
section from going above horizontal if
the kidney lift is not all the way down.
If the kidney lift is raised, an audible
alarm will sound when the BACK UP
button is pressed.
NOTE
Ifback sectionisbelow horizontal,BACK
UP function is limited to 800 pound
patient weight.
Figure 2-8. Back Section Positioning
e.Elevation. To raise table top, press theTABLE
UP button (figure 2-9). The table will lift a patient
weight of 1,200 pounds up to a maximum height of
41" (45" with X-Ray top and 2" pad). To lower the
table top, press theTABLE DOWN button. The table
top will go down to a minimum height of 23".
Figure 2-9. Elevation Function
90˚
40˚
BACK UP BACK DOWN
41"
TABLE
UP
TABLE
DOWN
23"

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f. Leg Section. To lower the leg section, press
the LEG DOWN button (figure 2-10). The leg section
will go down to 100° below horizontal. To raise the
leg section, press the LEG UP button. The leg
section will go up to 20° above horizontal.
WARNING
The Leg section may hit the table base
or the floor if both the leg and elevation
systems are placed in their full down
position.
g. Flex Positioning. To place the table top in a
flex position from horizontal, press the FLEX button
(figure 2-11). To return the table top to a horizontal
position or into a reflex position, press the LEVEL
or REFLEX button.
NOTE
When REFLEX button is activated, if
Kidney Bridge is up, the back section
will not go above horizontal.
Figure 2-10. Leg Section Positioning Figure 2-11. Flex/Reflex Positioning
100˚
20˚
LEG UP LEG DOWN
FLEX REFLEX