VELA Medical X-Ray Chair User manual

VELA Medical
EN
Manual no. 106057
Item no.: Model
70030 VELA X-Ray Chair
70031 VELA ’Turn+’ Thorax Chair
70032 VELA Mammography Chair
70033 VELA 'Basic+' Ophthalmology Chair
70034 VELA 'Move+' Ophthalmology Chair
70035 VELA 'Medium' Exercise Chair
70036 VELA 'Large' Exercise Chair
The chair’s design varies depending on the model
INSTRUCTION FOR USE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0. INTRODUCTION 3
1.1. WARNINGS 4
1.2. TROUBLESHOOTING 5
1.3. VELA TANGO WITH ELECTRIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 6
1.3.1. Power input 6
1.3.2. Emission 6
1.3.3. Surge protection 6
1.4. LABELS USED ON THE CHAIR 7
1.5. SAFETY 7
1.5.1. Application 7
1.5.2. Transport 8
1.6. WARRANTY 8
1.7. UNPACKING THE CHAIR 8
1.8. MAINTENANCE 8
1.8.1. Wheels 9
1.8.2. Frame 9
1.8.3. Padding 9
1.9. RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL 9
2.0. SETTINGS 10
2.0.1. Attaching the backrest 10
2.0.2. Height adjustment via Hand box (El) 10
2.0.3. Height adjustment (Manual) 10
2.0.4. Setting angle of seat* 11
2.0.5. Setting angle of backrest 11
2.0.6. Adjusting lumbar support* 11
2.0.7. Setting the back height 11
2.0.8. Back bolt* 12
2.0.9. Adjusting the armrest height 12
2.0.10. Adjusting the armrest width 12
2.0.11. Fold-down armrest 12
2.0.12. Rotation* 13
2.0.13. 360 ° Foot pedal for braking 13
2.0.14. Hand Brake* 13
2.0.15. Folding footrest* 13
2.0.16. Strolling bracket* 14
2.0.17. Charging (el) 14
2.0.18. Electric brake (el)* 14
2.0.19. Setting the angle of the brake* 14
2.0.20. Battery indicator (El) 15
2.0.21. Accessories 15

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DEAR CUSTOMER
Congratulations on your new VELA Medical Chair. This
user manual contains useful information about posi-
tioning, operating and maintenance.
Important
Please read this user manual thoroughly and keep
it for later use. This user manual must always
accompany the chair. The user manual is also available
on VELA Medical’s website: www.vela-medical.com,
where you also can find other relevant information
about the chair.
If you have any questions, please contact VELA
Medical’s distributor in your country.
VELA Medical reserves the right to make changes to
this manual.
VELA Medical
Gøteborgvej 8-12
DK-9200 Aalborg SV
Denmark
www.vela-medical.com
1.0. INTRODUCTION

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1.1. WARNINGS
Use In case of an allergic reaction, stop using the chair and consult a doctor
Use Only use original spare parts from VELA Medical
Use Only use the supplied charger for charging the chair
Use Do not make any changes to the accessories that come with the chair
Use Only use the chair for the intended purpose
Use Only adjust the seat angle while the user’s feet are on the floor
Use Always have the chair brake on when you sit down or get up
Use The brake rod may only be used to operate the brake. If putting too much load on the
brake rod, the brake rod/holder may break and thereby lose its function
Use Never use the chair on surfaces with level dierences as the chair may become unstable
Use Maintenance other than cleaning should always be performed by a professional
Use Never service the chair while it is in use
Use Always follow the recommended maintenance and cleaning instructions
Use The chair's functions are intended for the user. Only the user or trained professionals
should adjust the chair while the user is sitting in it
Use Never use the electric height adjustment for more than two minutes at a time
Use In the event of an electrical error or unintentional height adjustment, push both of the
buttons for height adjustment simultaneously for 10 seconds
Use Risk of shearing or squeezing fingers in moving parts. Therefore, never use the chair if
someone is touching underneath the seat
Choking hazard Choking hazard on small parts. Never allow children to play with the chair, as small parts
are removable
Choking hazard If the chair is equipped with electric height adjustment, cables will be present. Never let
children play with these
Electric noise Using cables other than the standard ones may increase electrical emission or decrease
electrical immunity
Electric noise Avoid placing the chair close to appliances that emit electrical noise
Electric noise The chair may only be used with accessories mentioned in this user manual, as electro-
magnetic interference may otherwise occur
Electric noise If the chair moves unintentionally or does not work as expected, find another location
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1.2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Mistake Possible cause and solution
Electric height adjustment does not work The plug is not plugged into the hand box – plug it in
There is no power on the chair's battery. Charge the
battery with the supplied charger
The fuse is broken. See section 1.3.3
Manual height adjustment does not work There is too much load or uneven load on the chair.
Try to adjust the height without sitting in the chair.
If this does not work, the gas cartridge is defective
and should be replaced. Contact your VELA Medical
supplier
The brake function does not work The brake is not activated. See section 2.0.13, 2.0.14.
or 2.0.18.
The armrest seems loose One of the hand screws might be loose. Tighten the
hand screw
The chair rolls badly Wheels are blocked. Clean the wheels for wire residue
and the like.
Brake rod or chassis is in the way when I move in the
chair
You have a chair with seat rotation. Use seat rotation to
straighten the chair. See section 2.0.12.
Brake rod seems loose The hand screw holding the brake rod might be loose.
Tighten the screw. See section 2.0.19.
If the above does not solve your problem, you should contact your VELA
Medical supplier.

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1.3. VELA TANGO WITH ELECTRIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1.3.1. POWER INPUT
Voltage: 24Vdc
Current: 0.5A
Power: 12VA
1.3.2. EMISSION
A VELA Medical chair with electrical functions has been tested and complies
with current requirements regarding electromagnetic radiation (EMC require-
ments). The chair is tested to the following specifications:
:: Emission class CISPR 11, Group 1, Class B
See more details at www.vela-medical.com
1.3.3. SURGE PROTECTION
A fuse is installed on the chair which secures the chair against power surges.
The replaceable part of the fuse has the following specifications:
:: Flat fuse, type: ATOF blade fuse, fast-acting
:: Voltage: 32V
:: Current: 10A
:: Max. current: 1000A
Replacement of the fuse may only be performed by professionals, as the
cause of the breach must be documented for safety reasons.

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1.5. SAFETY
This chair bears the CE mark and
approved under the model name
”VELA Tango” and conforms to all
applicable EU rules. The chair is
manufactured by VELA Medical,
Goeteborgvej 8-12, 9200 Aalborg
SV, Denmark.
The VELA Tango with electrical func-
tions meets all safety requirements
according to IEC 60601-1, including
requirements for EMC according to
IEC60601-1-2.
1.5.1. APPLICATION
This chair is an indoor chair
intended for sitting.
:: The chair is not built to stand on
:: The wheel brake must always be
activated when sitting down or
standing up
All variants of this chair are tested
and approved for a maximum load
of 160 kg.
IN GENERAL
1.4. LABELS USED ON THE CHAIR
Warning Risk of shear and squeeze:
Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts
Icon
Read ”Instruction For Use” before use
Icon
Part used:
Type B cf. IEC60601-1
covering the following areas of the chair:
Labels 60 x 22.5 mm
This label only applies to
chairs with electrical functions:
The chair is IP21 approved,
which corresponds to protection against
water droplets as well as against touching dangerous parts with a finger.
Labels on the chair should be read at a distance of approx. 40 cm under normal
daylight conditions.
For labels related to the operation of the chair, please refer to section 2.0.
IdentNo.:
<Model name>
<Model ref no.>
<Manufacturer>
<Adress>
<Webpage>
<IdentNo.>
<Safe Working load>
<Production date/order no.>
<ME Equipment mass>
Follow instructions
for use
IP21
EN60601-1
Blade fuse: 10A/32V,
0.5A
Input:
24V
Duty cycle: 10%,
max. 2min/18min Storage limits
-20°C 60°C

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1.5.2. TRANSPORT
When transporting the chair by
car, airplane or any other means of
transport, always use the chair brake.
The chair is not approved for use as
a passenger seat in any means of
transportation and may not be used
as such.
The chair is designed to be
transported under the following
environmental conditions:
Temperature: - 20°C to + 60°C
Humidity: 15-95%
Allow the chair to stand for 24 hours
before use if it has been stored
below - 10°C.
1.6. WARRANTY
VELA Medical grants a right of claim
under applicable law in the country
where the chair is acquired. The right
of complaint applies only when using
original spare parts and accessories,
as well as customisations made by
professionals.
Note: if an exclusive contractual
agreement has been made directly
with VELA Medical, this applies!
VELA Medical assumes no liability for
damages to the product or the user
caused by:
:: Transportation
:: Misuse
:: Normal wear and tear
:: Wrong use
:: Use of spare parts and accessories
that are not original VELA Medical
products
:: Adjustments made by unauthor-
ised service technicians
1.7. UNPACKING THE CHAIR
The chair comes in environmentally
friendly and recyclable packaging.
In case of defects or transport
damage to the chair, please contact
your VELA Medical supplier right
away. In such cases, do not attempt
to use the chair or to fix it yourself.
On delivery you have received:
:: VELA Medical chair
:: Instructions for use
:: Charger (only for chairs with elec-
trical functions)
Note: see item 2.0.1 for correct
attachment of backrest.
1.8. MAINTENANCE
We recommend an annual inspec-
tion of the chair to identify any de-
fective or worn parts. All removable
parts should be tightened regularly.
You can find various guides on
www.vela-medical.com.
The life expectancy of the chair is
five years for regular and proper use
as long as VELA Medical, your VELA
Medical supplier or a trained profes-
sional perform an annual inspection
with replacement of worn parts.

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1.8.1. WHEELS
We recommended you regularly
check the wheels and remove any
residual threads, etc.
1.8.2. FRAME
Clean with lukewarm water and if
necessary, add some pH-neutral
detergent.
1.8.3. PADDING
Fabric: Clean by chemical cleaning,
with furniture cleaner or with water
using a hard-wrung cloth.
Synthetic fabric or leather: Clean
with water or mild soap using a hard-
wrung cloth.
Medical textiles: Clean as described
above. Can also be cleaned with
disinfectants and alcohol. To see
which specific concentrations the
dierent pad types can handle, see
www.vela-medical.com
Note: On www.vela-medical.com
you can find cleaning instructions for
all our standard upholstery types.
1.9. RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL
This product contains recyclable
materials. Therefore, the product
must be disposed of in accord-
ance with local regulations and not
together with ordinary household
waste. Proper disposal and recycling
will help prevent negative eects on
the environment and people.
Note: Electrical and electronic
equipment and accompanying
batteries contain materials, com-
ponents and substances that can
be harmful to human health and
the environment if the waste is not
handled properly.
Electrical and electronic equipment
and batteries are marked with the
icon shown below. This symbolises
that electrical and electronic equip-
ment and batteries must not be
disposed of together with unsorted
household waste but must be col-
lected separately.
It is important that you return your
used batteries to the established
schemes. In this way, you help
ensure that batteries are recycled in
accordance with current legislation
and do not cause unnecessary harm
to the environment.

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2.0.3. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (MANUAL)
Adjusted by pulling up the front handle on the right-hand side.
2.0.1. ATTACHING THE BACKREST
The backrest is lowered into the hole. Screw the handle
back on and tighten securely.
Remember that the metal disc
should be placed in the outermost
position as shown here.
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2.0. SETTINGS
The gas spring and the electric lifting mechanism
should only be replaced by a VELA Medical technician
or a person trained in this field.
2.0.2. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT VIA HAND BOX (EL)
The hand box is used via push buttons on the front.
VELA Medical hand boxes can have one or more functions.
The icons on the hand box show the button functions.
Note: Insert plug in hand box to operate functions. Should
only be used continuously for one minute, then a nine-minute
break should follow.

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2.0.7. SETTING THE BACK HEIGHT
Release the handle located on the back. Adjust the back.
Remember to tighten the handle afterwards.
2.0.4. SETTING ANGLE OF SEAT*
Adjusted by pulling up the middle handle on the right-hand
side.
2.0.5. SETTING ANGLE OF BACKREST
Adjusted by pulling up the rear handle on the right-hand side.
2.0.6. ADJUSTING LUMBAR SUPPORT*
The backrest can be adjusted to provide optimal lumbar
support by pulling up the handle on the right-hand side of
the backrest. The backrest adjusts to fit and support the lower
back. Release the handle, and the backrest remains in the
desired lumbar angle.
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2.0.11. FOLD-DOWN ARMREST
To fold down the armrest, press the button on the side of the
armrest and push the armrest backwards and down.
Note: The armrest is only locked when it is in an upright
position. The armrest can only be folded down if the width
adjustment of the armrest allows it.
2.0.10. ADJUSTING THE ARMREST WIDTH
Adjusted by loosening the screw under the seat on the seat
support and adjusting the armrest width by pulling out the
armrest. Remember to tighten the screw when done.
2.0.9. ADJUSTING THE ARMREST HEIGHT
Adjusted by loosening the screw on the armrest bar and
adjusting the height of the armrest. Remember to tighten the
screw when done.
2.0.8. BACK BOLT*
The backrest can be set to a specific angle by adjusting and
attaching the bolt mounted on the back of the backrest.

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2.0.15. FOLDING FOOTREST*
Stabilising foot support that can also be used as a footboard
when moving in and out of the chair.
2.0.12. ROTATION*
The seat is rotated by pushing back on the front handle on
the left-hand side. Rotation can be turned and locked in the
following positions: 90° to the left, 0° (neutral), and 90° to the
right.
2.0.14. HAND BRAKE*
The brake is activated by moving the handle on the side of the
chair forward. Unlock the chair by moving the handle back into
the upright position.
Note: See Setting the angle of the brake, section 2.0.19. for
adjusting the position of the brake and the distance to the seat.
2.0.13. 360 ° FOOT PEDAL FOR BRAKING
The brake can be accessed from all sides of the chair and is
activated by pressing down the brake pedal with your foot in the
areas shown.
Place your foot under the brake pedal and push it up to unlock
the chair’s brake.
*Depending on model

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2.0.16. STROLLING BRACKET*
Strolling bracket for transporting a person in the chair. The
strolling bracket is mounted to fittings under the seat using
two finger screws. This is also where the depth is adjusted. The
height is adjusted by pressing the two buttons on the side of
the bracket while the handle is positioned at the desired height.
2.0.18. ELECTRIC BRAKE (EL)*
The electric brake is activated and deactivated using the hand
box or switches. It is advisable to activate or deactivate the
brake completely when using this feature.
Note: The brake can only be used via switches under the
armrest, the hand box, or angle switch.
2.0.19. SETTING THE ANGLE OF THE BRAKE*
Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the brake rod from the
holder. Insert the brake rod in the desired side and angle.
Remember to retighten the thumbscrew.
Note: The brake can be set at 30° intervals. The brake rod can be
moved forwards/backwards and closer to/further from the seat
as required. The brake can also be moved to the opposite side.
2.0.17. CHARGING (EL)
Daily charging is recommended. Remove the operation plug
from the back of the armrest and place it in the charger as
shown. The charger is plugged into an electrical outlet. When
the chair is charging, the LED on the charger is yellow. When
the chair is fully charged, the LED turns green.
Note: The chair should not be used during charging.

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*Depending on model
2.0.21. ACCESSORIES
This chair is available with a range of accessories.
See a complete list of accessories at: www.vela-medical.com
Note: Charger is included as an accessory when purchasing a
VELA Medical chair with electrical functions.
2.0.20. BATTERY INDICATOR (EL)
A battery indicator with a button is located on the front of the
chair just below the seat.
One press shows the remaining battery capacity in per cent (%).
Two presses show the remaining battery voltage.

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