Steris Hausted VIC329 Operating manual

OPERATOR AND SERVICE MANUAL
Hausted®Video Imaging Chairs
Model VIC329 & VIC429
(10/25/06) 066832

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A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION
This manual contains important information on proper use and maintenance
of the Hausted®Video Imaging Chair (VIC). All personnel involved in the
use and maintenance of this equipment must carefully review and
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 Video Imaging 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 washer. A
STERIS representative will gladly review these with you.
The Hausted®Video Imaging Chair (VIC) is intended for use in patient
treament, 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 help ensure 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
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 ................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 Applying the Brakes ............................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.2 Releasing the Brakes ........................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.3 Applying the Steering Lock .................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.4 Releasing the Steering Lock................................................................................. 3-4
3.2 Top Adjustment ............................................................................................................ 3-4
3.2.1 Raising the Top ..................................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.2 Lowering the Top .................................................................................................. 3-4
3.2.3 Reclining the Chair Back ...................................................................................... 3-5
3.3 Independent Leg Section ............................................................................................ 3-6
3.3.1 Independent Operation ........................................................................................ 3-6
3.3.2 Returning to Chair Mode ...................................................................................... 3-6
3.4 Adjustable Footrest ...................................................................................................... 3-7
3.4.1 Repositioning the Footrest .................................................................................... 3-7
3.5 Hinging Rails ............................................................................................................... 3-8
3.5.1 Repositioning the Rail ........................................................................................... 3-8
3.6 VIC Chair Rotating Instructions.................................................................................... 3-8
3.6.1 Mode Definitions ................................................................................................... 3-8
3.6.2 Non-Transport Mode (Anterior/Posterior Position) .............................................. 3-10
3.6.3 Transport Mode (Lateral Position) ...................................................................... 3-10
3.7 Patient Transfer Instructions ...................................................................................... 3-11
4 RECOMMENDED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ............................. 4-1
5 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ............................................................... 5-1
6 RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................ 6-1

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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 HAZARD (See Section 3):
The VIC chair has a warning label on the back of the back section stating: Maximum patient weight 147 kilograms
(325 lbs.).
The VIC chair is not intended to replace a stretcher or a gurney.
The VIC chair has warning labels on both the head and foot end stating: Do not sit on end – as tipping may occur.
The VIC chair has a warning label on the foot rest stating: Do not stand on foot rest.
When not in use, do not leave the VIC chair in a recline position.
When patient is seated in the chair, the side rails should be up and the patient should be secured with restraint
straps.
Patient entry, egress and transfer from the VIC chair should always be from the center side rail location with the
side rail in the down position and brakes locked.
At no time should the patient be permitted to enter or exit from the ends of the vic chair when in partial or total
recline position.
The patient should be placed in a fully upright position with chair in low height when transporting patient. The
patient should never be transported when the VIC is in a reclined position,
The brakes should always be applied when patient is not being transported.
The VIC chair has a warning label on the top of the base cover that states: When chair is in the non-transport mode:
Patient must remain fully upright; Patient must never be reclined; Patient must never be left unattended.
LISTING OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 1

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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 2
IMPORTANT: Report any shipping damage immediately! Inform shipper of
any damages – leave carton intact. Leave the chair in the receiving area until
inspection is complete.
Your VIC Chair has been carefully packaged at our manufacturing plant to
ensure safe shipment to you medical facility. There are several procedures you
must follow to put your new chair into service. These procedures only take a
few minutes to complete and are required to ensure proper operation of the
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 chair from the carton.
Step 4 – Check to see if all features of the chair work properly. If all features
work properly, go to step 5. If any of the features of the chair do not
work properly, call STERIS for service.
Step 5 – Clean the chair using a mild detergent to remove any dirt accumu-
lated 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
3.1 Braking and
Steering
WARNING –PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: Patient
entry, egress and transfer
from the VIC chair should
always be from the center
side rail location with the
siderailinthedownposition
andbrakeslocked.
Thebrakesshouldalwaysbe
applied when patient is not
beingtransported.
3.1.1 Applying the Brakes The four wheel central braking system is activated by depressing the red pedal
at the foot end of the unit on the patients left side (Figure 3-1). To fully engage
the brakes, the pedal should be pressed to approximately 45°. All four caster
should be locked from swiveling and rotating.
3.1.2 Releasing the
Brakes
Depress the green pedal at the head end of the unit on the patients left, until the
pedal is in a horizontal position (Figure 3-2). All four wheels should rotate and
swivel freely.
3.1.3 Applying the
Steering Lock
From the head end of the VIC chair, depress the green pedal downward into
locked position (Figure 3-3). Push the VIC chair forward one caster at the foot
end will lock into a non-swivel mode. This allows straight steering by the
attendant, when pushing from the head end.
Figure 3-1
Figure 3-2
Figure 3-3

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WARNINGS– PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD:
A–The VIC chair has a
warning label on the back
of the back section stat-
ing: Maximum patient
weight 147 kilograms
(325 lbs.).
B–The VIC chair is not
intended to replace a
stretcher or a gurney.
C–The VIC chair has a
warning labels on both
the head and foot end
stating: Do not sit on end
– as tipping may occur.
D–The VIC chair has a warn-
ing label on the foot rest
stating: Do not stand on
foot rest.
E–When not in use, do not
leave the VIC chair in a
recline position.
F–When patient is seated in
the chair, the side
rails should be up and the
patient should be
secured with restraint
straps.
G–Patient entry, egress and
transfer from the VIC
chair should always be
from the center side rail
location with the side rail
in the down position and
brakes locked.
H–At no time should the
patient be permitted to
enter or exit from the
ends of the vic chair
when in partial or total
recline position.
I– The patient should be
placed in a fully upright
position with chair in low
height when transporting
patient. The patient
should never be trans-
ported when the VIC is in
a recline position.
J–The brakes should
always be applied when
patient is not being trans-
ported.
K–The VIC chair has a warn-
ing label on the top of the
base cover that states:
When chair is in the non-
transport mode: Patient
must remain
fully upright; Patient
must never be reclined;
Patient must never be left
unattended.

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Figure 3-4. Operating Precautions
See WARNING – A
See WARNING – I
See WARNING – B, F, H & I
See Section 3.2.3
See WARNING – G & H
See section 3.7
See WARNING – F
See Section 3.5
See WARNING – K
See Section 3.6
See WARNING – G through J
See Section 3.1
See Section 3.2
See Section 3.3
See WARNING – G through J
See Section 3.1
See WARNING – C & H
See WARNING – D
See Section 3.4
See WARNING – F
See Section 3.5
See WARNING – F
See WARNING – C & H
22"
50"
22"
70.5"
58.5" 24"
31.5"
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3.1.4 Releasing the
Steering Lock
3.2.2 Lowering the Top
Depress the red pedal at either of the right side corners of the unit, until the pedal
is in a horizontal position (Figure 3-2). All four wheels should rotate and swivel
freely.
3.2 Top Adjustment
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURYHAZARD:Whennot
in use, do not leave the VIC
chair in a recline position.
Atnotimeshouldthepatient
be permitted to enter or exit
fromtheendsoftheVICchair
when in partial or total
reclineposition.
Thepatientshouldbeplaced
in a fully upright position
with chair in low height
when transporting patient.
Thepatientshould neverbe
transportedwhen theVICis
in a recline position.
TheVIC chairhas awarning
label on the top of the base
coverthatstates:Whenchair
isinthenon-transportmode:
Patient must remain fully
upright; Patient must never
be reclined; Patient must
never be left unattended.
3.2.1 Raising the Top Press the pump pedal (pedal nearest the head end) to the floor (Figure 3-5), then
release the pressure on the pedal. Repeat this process until desired height is
obtained. Use smooth strokes on pump pedal to ensure patient comfort.
Figure 3-5
Press down on the release pedal (pedal nearest the foot end) (Figure 3-6) until
desired height is obtained.
Figure 3-6

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3.2.3 Reclining the Chair
Back
Squeeze the green recline lever on the right side of the back section (Figure
3-7). Push back on the back section until it is at desired position, (Figure
3-8) position can vary from upright to 10° trendelendurg positions. Note that
chair has a degree indicator located on the lower back section on the right side
of the chair. To place back into upright position, squeeze the recline handle and
lift up on the back section.
Figure 3-7
Figure 3-8

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3.3.2 Returning to Chair
Mode
Support the leg section, turn the lever counterclockwise while pushing in on the
lever (Figure 3-12). The lever will slide inward to an inactive position. Once the
lever is inactive, adjust the leg section until it is in line with the back section
(Figure 3-13). It will click as it reengages with the back section.
Figure 3-10
3.3 Independent Leg
Section
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: The VIC
chairhasawarninglabelon
the top of the base cover
that states: When chair is in
the non-transport mode:
Patient must remain fully
upright; Patient must never
be reclined; Patient must
neverbeleftunattended.
3.3.1 Independent
Operation
Hold and support leg section by the bottom of the frame tube (Figure 3-9). Pull
out on the end of the red lever (Figure 3-9). Rotate the lever clockwise while
positioning the leg section (Figure 3-10). Once desired position of the leg
section is reached, release the lever and the leg section will be ridged (Figure
3-11). When the leg section is independent, it can be repositioned at any time
by turning the lever clockwise (Figure 3-10).
NOTE: Always support the leg section when turning the red lever.
Figure 3-9
Figure 3-11
Figure 3-12
Figure 3-13

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3.4 Adjustable
Footrest
WARNING –PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: The VIC
chairhasawarninglabelon
the foot rest stating: Do not
stand on foot rest.
3.4.1 Repositioning the
Footrest
The footrest has three positions; retracted, lower and the upper positions. With
the pan in the retracted position pull out, on the handles on either side of pan
(Figure 3-14). The footrest will drop into the lower position (Figure
3-15). To place the footrest into the upper position, grasp the handles on both
sides of the pan. Tilt the pan up while lifting (Figure 3-16). Once the pan is up
all the way, tilt the pan out until it locks into position (Figure 3-17). To return the
footrest into the retracted position, tilt the pan up while letting it slide down, if
needed, (Figure 3-16), into the lower position (Figure 3-14), continue tilting the
footrest until it is in the retracted position.
Figure 3-14 Figure 3-15 Figure 3-16
Figure 3-17

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3.5 Hinging Rails
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: Patient
entry, egress and transfer
from the VIC chair should
always be from the center
side rail location with the
siderailinthedownposition
andbrakeslocked.
3.5.1 Repositioning the
Rail
The VIC Rail has two positions, up and down, both positions lock the rail into
place. To put the rail down, while supporting the rail (Figure 3-18), squeeze the
two red tabs under the seat (Figure 3-19). Allow the rail to hinge all the way
down until it locks into place (Figure 3-20). To raise the rail, squeeze the two
red tabs under the seat (Figure 3-19). Lift the rail all the way up until it locks into
place.
Transport mode is when green arrow by the seat lock knob is aligned with green
arrow on the base and seat is locked.
Non-transport mode is when chair seat has been locked 90° counterclockwise
from transport mode. Non-transport mode is to be used only for performing
clinical procedures.
Figure 3-18 Figure 3-19 Figure 3-20
3.6 VIC Chair
Rotating
Instructions
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURYHAZARD:Whennot
in use, do not leave the VIC
chair in a recline position.
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: The
patient should be placed in
a fully upright position with
chair in low height when
transporting patient. The
patient should never be
transportedwhen theVICis
in a recline position.
3.6.1 Mode Definitions
(see Figure 3-21)

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Figure 3-21
Non-Transport Mode
(Anterior/Posterior Position) NEVER – Recline Back Section When in the Non-Transport Mode
Transport Mode
(Lateral Position)
Rear View
The transport mode is when the green arrows on the
seat and back section are aligned, the back section is
in the full upright position and the chair is in low height.
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3.6.2 Non-Transport Mode
(Anterior/Posterior
Position)
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURYHAZARD:
• When chair is in the non-
transport mode: Patient
mustremainfullyupright;
Patient must never be re-
clined;Patientmustnever
beleftunattended.
• Thebrakesshouldalways
beappliedwhenpatientis
notbeingtransported.
• The patient should be
placed in a fully upright
position with chair in low
height when transporting
patient.The patientshould
neverbe transportedwhen
the VIC is in a reclined
position.
Lock the caster brakes (Figure 3-1). Secure patient in sitting position with
restraints. Elevate chair to maximum height (Figure 3-4). Pull out on the seat
lock knob (Figure 3-22) to release lock. Rotate chair counterclockwise (Figure
3-23), until it locks into the non-transport mode (see Figure 3-21).
3.6.3 Transport Mode
(Lateral Position)
WARNING–PERSONAL
INJURYHAZARD:
• The VIC chair is not in-
tended to replace a
stretcheroragurney.
• The patient should be
placed in a fully upright
position with chair in low
height when transporting
patient. The
patient should never be
transported when the VIC
is in a recline position.
• When patient is seated in
the chair, the side rails
should be up and the pa-
tient should be secured
withrestraintstraps.
Pull out on the seat lock knob (Figure 3-22). Rotate the chair clockwise 90°
(Figure 3-24), until it locks into the transport mode (see Figure 3-21). Insure the
chair is locked in the transport mode (see Figure 3-21) before transporting or
reclining the patient. The green arrow label on the seat will be in line with the
green arrow label on the base (Figure 3-25).
Figure 3-22 Figure 3-23
Figure 3-24
Figure 3-25

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3.7 Patient Transfer
Instructions
WARNING –PERSONAL
INJURYHAZARD:
• Maximum patient weight
147kilograms(325 lbs.).
• The VIC chair is not in-
tended to replace a
stretcheroragurney.
• Do not sit on end – as
tipping may occur.
• Do not stand on foot rest.
• When not in use, do not
leave the VIC chair in a
reclineposition.
• When patient is seated in
the chair, the side rails
should be up and the pa-
tient should be secured
withrestraintstraps.
• Patient entry, egress and
transferfromtheVICchair
shouldalwaysbefromthe
center side rail location
with the side rail in the
downpositionandbrakes
locked.
• At no time should the pa-
tientbe permittedto enter
orexitfromtheendsofthe
VICchairwheninpartialor
totalrecline position.
• The patient should be
placed in a fully upright
position with chair in low
height when transporting
patient.Thepatientshould
neverbetransportedwhen
theVICisinareclineposi-
tion,
• Thebrakesshouldalways
beappliedwhenpatientis
notbeingtransported.
• When chair is in the non-
transport mode: Patient
mustremainfullyupright;
Patient must never be re-
clined;Patientmustnever
beleftunattended.
Definition of terms used in instructions below (see Figure 3-26).
Transfer side:
Secondary Patient Device – the transfer side will always be located on the
attendants right hand side, when standing at the patient’s foot end of the
device, facing the patient. )
VIC Chair – the transfer side will always be located on the patents right hand
side.
Transfer of patient from VIC chair to a secondary device:
Patient preparation –
1. Leave patient secured with restraint straps until actual patient transfer is to
begin
Secondary device preparation –
1. Lock the caster brakes on secondary device.
2. Place device into lowest vertical position.
3. Level patient surface to a horizontal plane.
4. Lower patient rail on transfer side of device.
VIC chair preparation –
1. Ensure chair is in the transport mode (see Section 3-6).
2. Adjust chair height so the seat section is level with patient surface of
secondary device.
3. Lower the patient side rail on the transfer side of the VIC chair.
4. Move the VIC chair so that both devices are facing one another on the
specified transfer sides.
5. Recline the VIC chair into horizontal plane.
6. Maneuver chair so the transfer sides of the two devices are making contact
(limit transfer gap as much as possible).
7. Lock the VIC chair caster brakes.
Patient transfer –
1. Release patient restraint straps
2. Transfer patient.
Transfer of patient from a secondary device to VIC chair
Follow same procedure as in “Transferring from VIC chair to a secondary
device” above except: You must verify that the VIC chair is positioned so that
the patients abdomen is in line with the chair seat before attempting to transfer
a patient to the VIC chair, otherwise tipping may occur.

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Figure 3-26

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RECOMMENDED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Material
Lubricating oil, light-duty
grease, wax stick lubricant.
Schedule
6 Months
Proper size wrench and screw-
driver.
3 MonthsInspect all fasteners to insure proper fit,
position and tightness (including nuts,
bolts, etc.).
Procedure
Lubricate all moving and sliding parts
and hinge points.
Never Lubricate Gas Spring or Mech-Lock Shafts !<
Soap, water and medium
strength cleaners. (Do not pres-
sure clean.)
PeriodicallyCleaning mattress and pads
NOTE:Ifunitsarepressure washed, lubrication of allmovingandslidingparts
should be done afterwards. Steam cleaning and pressure washing is not
recommended and can void warranty
Metal File, proper color paint
(specify color when ordering) .
PeriodicallyInspect all surfaces and remove any
user developed sharp or burred areas.
Apply touch-up where required.
Medium strength anti-bacterial
cleaners, stainless steel cleaner
& polish.
PeriodicallyClean external surfaces to revmove any
foreign materials or contaminants.

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Number Description Number Description
SA0636-00 Pediatric positioner (36" x 7") SA0725-00 Universal head restraint with dorsocervical
SA0637-00 Pediatric positioner (48" x 10")
SA0638-00 Pediatric positioner (60" x 13") 000018-00 Telescoping I.V. Rod, 27" to 50" 2 section, with holder, stainless
SA0658 Foam Wedge, Patient Positioning
SA0671-00 Dorsocervical pillow, foam APC012-00 Restraint straps with velcro comes standard with 2 straps
SA0716-00 X-wide restraint straps with Velcro APC020-00 Patient tray
SA0717-00 Universal head restraint APC14D-00 Oxygen tank holder
SA0721 Pushbar, removable, stainless Steel - comes standard 065990-00 Arm board with pad, for sitting
SA4001-00 VIC back extension assembly VIC429 only (mfg after 4/98) SA4002 VIC back extension field upgrade VIC429 only (mfg after 4/98)
It is recommended that only STERIS approved accessories be used with this
device. To order accessories or for more detailed information on accessories
please contact STERIS Corporation at: 1-800-333-8828