Steris Hausted APC 150 Operating manual

OPERATOR AND SERVICE MANUAL
Hausted®All Purpose Chair (APC)
Hydraulic All Purpose Chair
Models: APC 150 & 250
(11/01/06) 068032

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A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION
This manual contains important information on proper use and maintenance of
the Hausted®All Purpose Chair (APC) Hydraulic Chair. Allpersonnelinvolved
intheuseandmaintenanceofthisequipmentmustcarefullyreviewand
comply with the warnings, cautions and instructions contained in this
manual. These instructions are important to protect the health and safety of
personnel operating a APC Series Hydraulic Chair and should be retained in a
conveniently accessible area for quick reference.
Complete instructions for uncrating and connecting utilities, as well as
equipment drawings, have been furnished. If missing, contact STERIS for
replacement copies, giving the serial number and model numbers of the unit.
STERIS carries a complete line of accessories for use with this chair. A STERIS
representative will gladly review these with you.
The Hausted
All Purpose Series Hydraulic Chairs (APC) are intended to use in
patient treatment, transport or recovery.
Indications for Use
A thorough preventive maintenance program is essential to safe and proper
unit operation. This manual contains maintenance schedules and procedures
which should be followed for satisfactory equipment performance.
You are encouraged to contact STERIS concerning our comprehensive Annual
Maintenance Agreements. Under the terms of these agreements, preventive
maintenance, adjustments, and replacement of worn parts are done on a
scheduled basis to assure equipment performance at peak capability and to
help avoid untimely or costly interruptions. STERIS maintains a global staff of
well equipped, factory-trained technicians to provide this service, as well as
expert repair services. Please contact your STERIS representative for details.
Service Information
A listing of the safety precautions to be observed when operating and servicing
this equipment can be found in Section 1 of this manual. Do not operate or
service the equipment until you have become familiar with this information.
Any alteration of this equipment not authorized or performed by STERIS
Engineering Service which could affect its operation will void the warranty,
could violate national, state, and local regulations, and could jeopardize your
insurance coverage.
Advisory
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Table of Contents Operator Manual 068032
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
1 LISTING OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ...................................... 1-1
2 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 2-1
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 3-1
3.1 Braking And Steering Operation .................................................................................. 3-2
3.1.1 Applying The Brakes ............................................................................................ 3-2
3.1.2 Releasing The Brake ............................................................................................. 3-2
3.1.3 Applying The Steer Lock ...................................................................................... 3-2
3.1.4 Releasing The Steer Lock ..................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Height & Top Adjustment ............................................................................................. 3-3
3.2.1 Height Adjustment ................................................................................................ 3-3
3.2.2 Lowering The Unit ................................................................................................. 3-3
3.2.3 Top Adjustment ..................................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 Trendelenburg Adjustment .................................................................................... 3-4
3.3 Independent Foot Section Operation ............................................................................ 3-5
3.3.1 Independent Operation ......................................................................................... 3-5
3.3.2 Return To Chair Mode ........................................................................................... 3-5
3.4 Foot Pan & Side Rail Operation .................................................................................... 3-6
3.4.1 Foot Pan Adjustment ............................................................................................ 3-6
3.4.2 Side Rail Operation ............................................................................................... 3-6
4 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE .......................................................... 4-1
5 RECOMMENDED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE............................ 5-1
6 RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................................... 6-1

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Listing of Warnings and Cautions Operator Manual 068032
The following is a listing of the safety precautions which must be observed when operating and servicing this equipment.
WARNINGS indicate the potential for danger to personnel, and CAUTIONS indicate the potential for damage to
equipment. These precautions are repeated (in whole or in part), where applicable, throughout the manual.
WARNING–LACERATION HAZARD:
When cutting bands always use a tool specifically designed for that purpose. This will help to avoid personal
injuries frequently incurred when bands are cut and tension released.
WARNINGS – PERSONNAL INJURY:
Do not sit on end – tipping may occur.
LISTING OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 1

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Unpacking Instructions Operator Manual 068032
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 2
IMPORTANT:Report any shipping damage immediately! Inform shipper of any
damages – leave carton intact. Leave the APC chair in the receiving area until
inspection is complete.
Your APC chair has been carefully packaged at our manufacturing plant to
ensure safe shipment to your medical facility. There are several procedures you
must follow to put your new APC chair into service. These procedures only take
a few minutes to complete and are required to ensure proper operation of the
APC chair.
Step 1 – Cut the two bands around the shipping carton.
Step 2 – Remove the top half of the carton and cut one side of the bottom half.
Step 3 – Remove the APC chair from the carton.
Step 4 – Check to see if all features of the stretcher work properly. If all features
work properly, go to step 5. If any of the features of the APC chair do
not work properly, call STERIS for service.
Step 5 – Clean the APC chair using a mild detergent to remove any dirt
accumulated during shipment.
Step 6 – Place the unit into service.
WARNING – LACERATION
HAZARD: When cutting
bands always use a tool
specificallydesignedforthat
purpose. This will help to
avoid personal injuries
frequently incurred when
bands are cut and tension
released.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
As a valued customer and a user of STERIS’s unique All Purpose Chair (APC),
this Operator Manual is to ensure proper use is understood and followed to
obtain maximum safety and function of your STERIS APC.
The APC’s unequalled versatility in moving from a chair position to a fully
reclined position is designed to permit convenient patient positioning and
treatment. It has a maximum weight capacity of 325 lbs. The APC is not intended
to replace a stretcher or gurney, of which STERIS offers a complete product line
for your specialty needs.
STERIS’s APC has a Warning Label located at the head and foot ends of the
chair’s frame, stating:
Do not sit on end: Tipping may occur .
Patient entry, egress, and transfer from the APC should always be from the
center side rail locations by lowering the side rail as shown in diagrams A and
B. At no time should the patient be permitted to enter or exit from the ends of
the APC as shown on diagrams 1, 2 and 3, except in a full chair position.
NOTE: When not in use, do not leave the APC in a fully reclined position.
NOTE:Patientshouldbesecured withrestraintstrapswhenleft unattendedin
a fully reclined position.
These Operating Instructions are to ensure patient safety and permit you to use
your STERIS APC to treat, transport and transfer your patient with unmatched
versatility and safety.
If you have any questions, please contact STERIS’s Customer Service Depart-
ment at 1-800-548-4873.
WARNING – PERSONAL
INJURYHAZARD:Donotsit
onend– tipping mayoccur.
Figure 3-A

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3.1 Braking And
Steering Operation
3.1.1 Applying The Brakes The four wheel central braking system is activated by depressing the RED
pedal, (to approximately 45° at any corner of the unit). This locks all four of the
caster wheels from rotating and swivelling. (See Figure 3-1.)
From the head end of the unit depress the GREEN pedal downward, (to
approximately 45°), and push the unit forward. One caster wheel at the opposite
end will lock into a non-swivelling position that enables straight tracking and
swivelling by the attendant. (See Figure 3-2.)
3.1.2 Releasing The Brake Depress the GREEN pedal at any corner of the unit to a horizontal position. All
four of the caster wheels should roll and swivel freely. (See Figure 3-1.)
NOTE: Always apply the brakes when the unit is not in use.
3.1.3 Applying The Steer
Lock
3.1.4 Releasing The Steer
Lock
Depress the RED pedal to a horizontal position. All four caster wheels should
swivel and roll freely. (See Figure 3-2.)
Figure 3-1 Figure 3-2

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3.2 Height & Top
Adjustment
3.2.1 Height Adjustment To elevate the unit, pump the UP pedal, using smooth full strokes to insure
patient comfort. (See Figure 3-3.)
NOTE: Pedals are located on both sides of the unit.
When the unit reaches the desired height, stop the pumping action.
NOTE: Do not stand on the pedal.
3.2.2 Lowering The Unit To lower the unit, depress and hold the DOWN pedal. (See Figure 3-4.)
NOTE: Pedals are located on both sides of the unit.
When the unit reaches the desired height, return the pedal to its original position.
NOTE: Do not stand on the pedal.
Figure 3-3

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3.2.3 Top Adjustment
Figure 3-4
To adjust the unit anywhere from the chair position to the stretcher position grasp
the RECLINE handle, (A), and adjust the unit to the desired position and release
the handle. (See Figure 3-5.)
3.2.4 Trendelenburg
Adjustment
To adjust the unit into the trendelenburg position the unit must be in the CHAIR
position. Grasp the TRENDELENBURG handle, (B), and adjust the unit into
trendelenburg and release the handle. (See Figure 3-5.)
Figure 3-5

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3.3 Independent
Foot Section
Operation
3.3.1 Independent
Operation
To adjust the foot section separately from the back section, support the foot
section with one hand, pull out the release lever then turn it clockwise. Adjust
the foot section to desired position and release the lever.
3.3.2 Return To Chair
Mode
To return the foot section to chair mode, support the foot section with one hand,
turn the release lever counterclockwise and push the release lever in. Adjust the
foot section until it locks into position.
Figure 3-6
Figure 3-7

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3.4 Foot Pan & Side
Rail Operation
3.4.1 Foot Pan
Adjustment
To adjust the foot pan, rotate the pan to a parallel position with the ratchet plate.
Move the foot pan to the desired position. Rotate the foot pan to a perpendicular
position to the ratchet plate.
3.4.2 Side Rail Operation To raise the side rail, grasp the rail and squeeze the trigger assembly at the head
end side of rail. Pull the rail out from under the seat section and release the
trigger. Swing the rail upwards until it locks into place.
To lower the side rail, grasp the rail and squeeze the trigger assembly at the
head end side of rail. Swing the rail downwards with the trigger released, until
the rail locks into place under the seat section.
Figure 3-8
Figure 3-9

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
The following is a list of recommended inspections and customer serviceable items to perform, prior to calling STERIS
service.
For Service, contact STERIS Corporation at 1-800-333-8828
Problem Cause Cure
Unit doesn’t lower when pedal is
depressed
Unit is unstable at maximum
height
Backrest raises by itself when
unit is in the stretcher position
Foot section doesn’t move or
re-engage
Column is adjusted too tight
Column is adjusted too loose
Pneumatic spring is over ad-
justed and/or leaking
Cables and/or stop nuts are not
properly adjusted
Adjust column
Adjust column
Adjust or replace pneumatic
spring
Adjust cables and/or stop nuts

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RECOMMENDED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Material
Lubricating oil, light-duty grease, wax
stick lubricant or Never-Seez lubricant.
Schedule
6 Months
Rachet with the proper size socket
wrench and screwdriver.
3 MonthsInspect all fasteners to ensure proper fit, position and
tightness (including nuts, bolts, etc.).
Procedure
Lubricate all moving and sliding parts and hinge
points.
Medium strength cleaners, soap, and
water. (DO NOT pressure clean or steam
clean.)
Metal file and touch-up paint. When
ordering paint, specify Hausted white
for color.
Any medium strength anti-bacterial
cleaners.
PeriodicallyCleaning mattresses and pads
For more details information, please contact:
STERIS Corporation at:
1-800-548-4873
NOTE:Ifunitsarepressurewashedorsteamcleaned,lubricationofallhinging,moving,andslidingpointsshouldbe
doneafterwards.(Pressurewashingandsteamcleaningarenotrecommendedproceduresandcanvoidwarranty.)
Inspect all surfaces and remove any user developed
sharp or burred areas. Apply touch-up paint where
required.
Clean external surface to remove blood, dirt, lint, and
any other deposits. (Cleanliness should be part of
user maintenance.)
Periodically
Periodically

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RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS

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Figure 6-1. APC-150 Top Assembly
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1
34
37
36
27
38
26
25
2
928
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29
35
15
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24
10
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20
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33
23 22
18
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19
21
13
NOTE:
Apply instant adhesive to Item 21.
Apply petroleum lubricant to all hinging, moving, and sliding
points.
Apply thread lock to Items 18 & 36.
Apply spray adhesive to Item 35.
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CDESCRIPTION
FIG.&
ITEM
NO.
PART
NUMBER UNITS PER
ASSEMBLY
6-1- 068026 APC-150 TOP ASSEMBLY......................................................... X
1 068039 WELDMENT, APC 5° Seat Section ............................................. 1
2 067283 ASSEMBLY, APC Back Section .................................................. 1
3 068030 WELDMENT, APC-150 Foot Section .......................................... 1
4 031036 SCREW, Phillips Oval Head, .313-24 X .938" Long ................... 4
5 061157 BOLT, Shoulder, .375 X 1.000" Long .......................................... 2
6 035115 WASHER, Nylon, .750 O.D. X .395 I.D. ....................................... 4
7 031057 NUT, Lock, .313-18...................................................................... 2
8 061148 PAN, APC Seat Support .............................................................. 1
9 052275 SPACER ...................................................................................... 4
10 061172 PLATE, Staionary Trigger, LH ..................................................... 1
11 031364 WASHER, SAE Flat, .250" ........................................................... 8
12 031500 SCREW, Truss Head Machine, #10-24 X 1.000" Long .............. 10
13 061069 ASSEMBLY, Connecting Link ..................................................... 2
14 031428 NUT, Jam, .375-16 ...................................................................... 2
15 031340 SCREW, Hex Head Cap, .375-16 x 1.000" Long........................ 2
16 061174 PLATE, Stationary Trigger, RH.................................................... 1
17 061194 SCREW, Truss Head Machine, #10-24 X 1.250" Long .............. 2
18 061101 PLUNGER ................................................................................... 2
19 052763 SPRING, Plunger......................................................................... 2
20 061067 TRIGGER ..................................................................................... 2
21 061091 TAB, Vinyl, Red............................................................................ 4
22 011318 PIN, Clevis, .375" x 1.438" Long ................................................. 2
23 030287 NUT, PAL, .375"........................................................................... 2
24 068050 WELDMENT, APC 5° Rail, Right................................................. 1
25 061062 PAN, APC Head Support............................................................. 1
26 061057 PAN, APC Back Support ............................................................. 1
27 068051 WELDMENT, APC 5° Rail, Left ................................................... 1
28 061125 CLIP, Retaining ........................................................................... 4
29 061092 ROD, APC Rail Pivot ................................................................... 2
30 031100 WASHER, Flat Nylon, .313"......................................................... 6
31 068063 WASHER, APC Foot Rest Pan .................................................... 4
32 068060 ASSEMBLY, APC Foot Rest Pan ................................................ 1
33 061458 PIN, Spring, .125" x .750" ............................................................ 2
34 068072 PAN, APC Leg Support ............................................................... 1
35 075627 PIN, Clevis ................................................................................... 1
36 068059 SCREW, Phillips Oval Head, #10-32 x 1.250" Long................... 4
37 068058 PAD, APC Arm Rest .................................................................... 2
38 061191 COVER, APC Back/Seat Vinyl .................................................... 1
39 065258 PIN, Locking Cotter...................................................................... 1

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3
2
5
6
8
9
10
7
Figure 6-2. APC-150 Top Assembly
NOTE:
Apply thread lock to Item 7.

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V
CDESCRIPTION
FIG.&
ITEM
NO.
PART
NUMBER UNITS PER
ASSEMBLY
6-2- 068026 APC-150 TOP ASSEMBLY......................................................... X
1 Not Used
2 061062 PAN, APC Head Support............................................................. 1
3 061057 PAN, APC Back Support ............................................................. 1
4 061139 COVER, APC Back ...................................................................... 1
5 061142 HOLDER, APC Chart................................................................... 1
6 031500 SCREW, Truss Head Machine, #10-24 X 1.000" Long .............. 8
7 031337 SCREW, Hex Head Cap, .250-20 X .750" Long ......................... 4
8 061019 BAR, APC Push ........................................................................... 1
9 061161 SPACER, Back Cover ................................................................. 4
10 061191 COVER, APC Back/Seat Vinyl .................................................... 1

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Figure 6-3. APC-150 Final Assembly
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16
3
4
5
15
9
10
13
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