VELA Medical Basic+ User manual

VELA Medical
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Manual no. 106042
Item no.: Model
80114 VELA 'Basic+' Surgeon’s Chair
80115 VELA 'Support+' Surgeon’s 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 JIVE 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. USER MANUAL 10
2.0.1. Attaching the backrest 10
2.0.2. Adjustment of seat height (with El)* 10
2.0.3. Adjustment of seat height (with El)* 10
2.0.4. Placement of plug (with El)* 10
2.0.5. Adjustment of seat tilt 11
2.0.6. Adjustment of back angle 11
2.0.7. Adjustment of back height 11
2.0.8. Adjustment of armrest, height* 11
2.0.9. Wheel brake 12
2.0.10. Adjusting the backrest angle (large backrest)* 12
2.0.11. Charging (with el)* 12
2.0.12. Battery indicator under seat (with el)* 12
2.0.13. Adjustment of foot plate* 13
2.0.14. Armrest for surgeon’s chair* 13
2.0.15. Adjustment of armrest* 13

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DEAR CUSTOMER
Congratulations on your new VELA Medical Chair. This
user manual contains useful information about positi-
oning, 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 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
for the chair

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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
The brake function does not work The brake is not activated. See section 2.0.9.
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.
If the above does not solve your problem, you should contact your VELA
Medical supplier.

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1.3. VELA JIVE 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 Jive” and conforms to all
applicable EU rules. The chair is
manufactured by VELA Medical,
Goeteborgvej 8-12, 9200 Aalborg
SV, Denmark.
The VELA Jive 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 110 kg.
IN GENERAL
1.4. LABELS USED ON THE CHAIR
Warning Risk of shear and squeeze:
Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts
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Read ”Instruction For Use” before use
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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
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. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT HEIGHT (WITH EL)*
Is operated by pressing your heel towards the front edge of the
foot plate. Press the right side of the front edge to lift the seat,
and press the left side of the front edge to lower the seat.
2.0.4. PLACEMENT OF PLUG (WITH EL)*
The plug is located in the left side of the footplate (under the
seat). The plug can be removed and is used for charging the
chair.
Note: Height function may only be used continuously for two
minute, then nine minutes of break.
2.0. USER MANUAL
Replacement of the gas spring may only be performed
by the service support team from your dealer or a
skilled technical person.
2.0.2. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT HEIGHT (WITH EL)*
Is operated by pressing your foot down on the contacts placed
on the front wheel towers. Press the right contact to lift the
seat, and press the left contact to lower the seat.
2.0.1. ATTACHING THE BACKREST
The lever for backrest adjustment (1) must be in open position.
Press the locking pin spring (2) and push the backrest arm
through the hole. Tighten the lever afterwards.
Note: The backrest arm must be pushed through completely
so the pin spring locks the backrest arm. Make sure that the
backrest arm cannot be pulled out again.

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2.0.6. ADJUSTMENT OF BACK ANGLE
Adjust the back tilt by pulling the rear lever placed at your
right hand.
2.0.7. ADJUSTMENT OF BACK HEIGHT
Adjust the back height by using the lever placed on the back of
the chair. Remember to tighten the handle again afterwards.
2.0.8. ADJUSTMENT OF ARMREST, HEIGHT*
Adjust by loosening the screw on the armrest bar and regulate
the height of the armrest. Remember to tighten the screw
again.
2.0.5. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT TILT
Adjust the seat tilt by pulling the middle lever placed at your
right hand.
* Depending on model

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2.0.9. WHEEL BRAKE
The chair brakes by pressing down on the brake. The chair have
two brakes on the front wheels. Release the brakes by lifting the
brake up to original position.
2.0.10. ADJUSTING THE BACKREST ANGLE (LARGE
BACKREST)*
The backrest is angled by loosening the small screw on the
back bolt, after which the backrest can be adjusted to the
desired angle. Remember to tighten the bolt securely once the
correct angle has been achieved.
2.0.11. CHARGING (WITH EL)*
Daily charging is recommended. Place the plug (see section
2.0.4.) in the charger - if the chair is charging, an yellow LED is
illuminated. If the chair is fully charged the LED is green.
Note: The chair should not be used during charging.
2.0.12. BATTERY INDICATOR UNDER SEAT (WITH EL)*
Daily charging is recommended. The chair is fully charged
when the battery indicator has four lines and the charger lights
up green.

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2.0.13. ADJUSTMENT OF FOOT PLATE*
The footrest is height adjusted by moving the lever, which is
placed on the left side of the footrest-tube.
Move the footplate to its lowest position. Remove the lever and
move the tube to the desired leg length. The lever is screwed
into the first available hole. Remember to tighten afterwards.
2.0.15. ADJUSTMENT OF ARMREST*
Adjust by loosening the screw on the armrest bar and regulate
the height of the armrest. Remember to tighten the screw
afterwards.
* Depending on model
2.0.14. ARMREST FOR SURGEON’S CHAIR*
Adjust by loosening the screw on the armrest and regulate the
angle. Remember to tighten the screw afterwards.
Adjust the cushion back- and forwards by loosening the screw
placed on the armrest. Adjust the cushion in the wanted
position. Remember to tighten the screw afterwards.

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