Vital Elite LTC Bed User manual

Instruction manual
Assembly and operation
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed
Vital Mobility Medical Supplies Inc.
130 Bass Pro Mills Dr. Unit 62
Concord, ON Canada L4K 5X2
[email protected]
www.vitalmobility.ca
Tel: [phone]

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Index
Foreword .............................................................................................................................. 4
1General information.................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Explanation of the symbols used................................................................................... 5
1.2 Explanation of the designated groups of persons ............................................................ 6
2Intended purpose ....................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Intended use (application environment)......................................................................... 7
2.2 Unauthorized use ........................................................................................................ 8
3General provisions for the user .................................................................................. 8
3.1 User qualification......................................................................................................... 8
4Safety instructions...................................................................................................... 8
4.1 General safety instructions ........................................................................................... 8
4.2 Safety instructions for the operator ............................................................................. 10
4.3 Safety instructions for the user ................................................................................... 10
4.4 Cleaning and disinfection ........................................................................................... 11
4.5 Maintenance and repair ............................................................................................. 11
4.6 Accessories / Options................................................................................................. 12
4.7 Electromagnetic compatibility ..................................................................................... 12
4.8 Storage .................................................................................................................... 12
4.9 Useful life and disposal .............................................................................................. 12
5Control of delivery and scope of delivery ................................................................. 13
6Assembly and commissioning................................................................................... 14
6.1 Assembly of the erector (optional) .............................................................................. 14
6.2 Commissioning.......................................................................................................... 15
7Functional description ............................................................................................. 16
7.1 Technical overview ................................................................................................... 16
7.2 Handset with locking function..................................................................................... 17
7.3 Locking function for handset ...................................................................................... 18
7.4 Operation of the side rails .......................................................................................... 19
7.5 Operating the central brake........................................................................................ 19
7.6 Emergency lowering .................................................................................................. 20
7.6.1 Emergency lowering via integrated 9V battery (electric)..........................................20
7.6.2 Battery change..................................................................................................20
7.6.3 Emergency lowering of the backrest (manual) .......................................................21
7.7 Trendelenburg / Antitrendelenburg function (option) .................................................... 22
8Care, cleaning and disinfection ................................................................................ 22
9Cause and remedy of malfunctions .......................................................................... 23
10 Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 24
10.1 Bases....................................................................................................................... 24
10.2 Maintenance schedule................................................................................................ 25
10.3 Check of first-error safety by means of integrated locking function in the handset............ 27
11 Warranty ................................................................................................................... 28
12 Useful life and disposal............................................................................................. 28
13 Technical specifications............................................................................................ 28
13.1 Technical data (mechanical) ....................................................................................... 28

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Please read and observe these operating instructions before each use!
If you change ownership, please include this instruction manual!
13.2 Technical data (electrical) .......................................................................................... 29
13.3 Technical data (environment) ..................................................................................... 29
13.4 Classification............................................................................................................. 29
13.5 Weights of the individual components ......................................................................... 29
13.6 Identification plates ................................................................................................... 30
13.7 Information on electromagnetic compatibility ............................................................... 31
14 Declaration of conformity......................................................................................... 34

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Foreword
Dear customer,
The Vital Mobility team would like to thank you for the trust you have placed in our
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed.
With the decision to purchase a care bed from Vital Mobility you receive a care product with high
functionality at the highest safety level.
With the purchased care bed, we can guarantee you optimal lying comfort.
All beds are carefully checked by our staff before delivery.
The healthcare bed delivered to you has left our building in perfect condition.
When you receive the healthcare bed, the responsibility for its proper and intended operation also
passes to you at the same time.
These instructions for use inform you as the operator and your users in their daily work about the
functioning and safe handling of the healthcare bed.
Please always keep the instructions for use at hand near the nursing bed.
We are convinced that our product will make a positive contribution to your care.
Best regards
Your Vital Mobility Team

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1General information
Before the first use:
Read the instructions for use conscientiously and completely!
Please pay particular attention to the various safety instructions. The care bed should be
cleaned and disinfected before first use and before each re-use.
Vital Mobility healthcare beds have been tested according to international standards, which
include the safety requirements for medical devices.
However, these safety requirements can only be met if the user is convinced of the proper condition
before using the healthcare bed (including accessories).
1.1 Explanation of the symbols used
In these operating instructions, important information is indicated by the following symbols:
Read information with this symbol carefully and observe it urgently. This
information is relevant to safety.
This symbol warns of dangerous voltage. There is a danger to life!
This symbol warns of general dangers. There is danger to life and health.
Mark of conformity according to Medical Devices Directive (93/42/EEC)
IPX4
Protection of electrical equipment against splashing water
Symbol for device of protection class II, double protective insulation
Symbol for type B application part according to DIN EN 60601-1

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The nursing bed may only be used indoors.
The product must be collected separately. Disposal with normal household
waste is not permitted.
Symbol for DC
~
Symbol for AC
Symbol for safe working load
Symbol for maximum patient weight
Symbol for reading instruction manual
1.2 Explanation of the designated groups of persons
Operator
The operator of a medical device is any natural or legal person who is responsible for the operation
of the health facility in which the medical device is operated or used by its employees. Contrary to
sentence 1, the operator of a medical device which is owned by a member of the medical profession
or the medical industry and which is brought into a health facility by this member for use is the
relevant member of the medical profession or the medical industry. A person is also considered to be
an operator if he keeps medical devices ready for use outside of health facilities in his company or
facility or in public space.
Requirements to be met by the operator
•The VitalFlex Elite LTC healthcare bed is a medical device and may only be operated and
used in accordance with its intended purpose as the generally recognized rules of
technology.
•Only instructed persons to use this medical device who have the necessary training or
knowledge and experience and who have been instructed in the medical device to be used.
•Instruct the user in the proper handling of this medical device and document the instruction in
an appropriate form.
•A combination with other medical devices (including accessories) or with other objects may
only be operated and used if they are suitable for use in this combination, considering the
intended purpose and the safety of patients, users, employees or third parties.

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User
The user is anyone who uses a medical device on a patient.
User requirements
•Use the VitalFlex Elite healthcare bed only as intended and in accordance with these
instructions for use.
•Only use this product if you have been properly instructed in its use and have the necessary
training or knowledge and experience.
(e.g. nursing staff).
•Before using the VitalFlex Elite, make sure that it is in good working order and condition.
•Observe the Instruction Manual and other safety-related information enclosed.
Patient / Resident
In these instructions for use, a patient is defined as a person who needs nursing care due to his or
her illness, disability or age and is lying in a healthcare bed.
Qualified personnel
The operator's employees who are authorized to deliver, assemble, dismantle and transport the
healthcare bed on the basis of their training or instruction are referred to as qualified personnel. In
addition, these persons are instructed in the instructions for cleaning and disinfecting the healthcare
bed.
2Intended purpose
2.1 Intended use (application environment)
The VitalFlex Elite nursing bed is designed for the storage of adults with a body height from 150cm
and a body weight from 40kg to max. 200kg. It is suitable for use in retirement homes, nursing
homes and in home care - and may only be operated under the operating conditions described in
these operating instructions.
VitalFlex Elite beds are intended to alleviate or compensate for disability or incapacity and to
facilitate working conditions for the caregiver. Any other use is considered improper and is
excluded from possible responsibility.
Attention: The VitalFlex Elite nursing bed is not designed for use in hospitals and is not suitable for
applications with medical electrical equipment.
It is not EX-protected and must not be operated in hazardous areas.
The nursing bed is only suitable for transporting patients within the patient's room and with the lying
surface adjusted to the lowest horizontal position.
The VitalFlex Elite can under certain circumstances be operated for medical purposes with other
electrical medical devices such as anti-decubitus systems, oxygen concentrators, nutrition systems,
etc. In this case, all bed functions must be deactivated for safety reasons for the duration of use
via the integrated locking device on the hand control.
If cables from other devices are routed in the care bed, precautions must be taken to prevent these
cables from being crushed between parts of the care bed.

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2.2 Unauthorized use
All uses deviating from the intended use, which can then also lead to hazards.
These include, for example:
•The load on the healthcare bed exceeds the permissible safe working load (see par. 13.1 and
nameplate on the bed frame)
•Operation of the care bed by the patient or resident who has not received any instruction.
•Use of the care bed for children.
•Try to move the nursing bed in the braked position.
•Use of the nursing bed on a non-horizontal surface (max. inclination 5°)
3General provisions for the user
The nursing bed may only be used for its intended purpose.
When erecting, operating, and using the bed, it must comply with the generally recognized
rules of technology as well as the occupational health and safety and accident prevention
regulations.
If the nursing bed is in a faulty condition in which the patient / occupant, nursing staff or third
parties could be endangered, operation must not be started.
3.1 User qualification
The healthcare bed may only be operated by persons who have the appropriate training or
experience for proper handling.
4Safety instructions
4.1 General safety instructions
Possible potential dangers which may occur despite proper operation must be pointed out
separately during the instruction. Before initial operation, the user/care personnel must read the
operating instructions carefully and in detail.
No objects or body parts of persons may be in the movement area of the bed while the
adjustment functions are being actuated. Risk of being crushed!
Ensure that the nursing bed cannot be operated by children playing and that there are no pets
under the bed when the bed is adjusted.
If the psychological or mental condition of the patient requires it, the hand control must be locked
via the lock switch on the back of the hand control (nurse key). The locking function is described
in detail in par. 7.3. For this patient group it may also be necessary to place the hand control
outside the patient's access area to avoid the danger of strangulation by cables.
Bed adjustments may only be carried out by instructed persons or in the presence of an
instructed person.
If a possibly necessary side guard (side rail) is used, pay particular attention to the following
instructions:
Only use side rails approved by Vital Mobility as optional accessories.
Only instructed personnel may operate the side rails.

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Side rails may only be fully raised and locked or fully lowered.
When lowering the side rails, take care not to drop them.
No parts of the patient's body may protrude over the lying surface or touch the side rails while
the adjustment function is being actuated.
The side rails only offer protection against rolling out when the backrest and knee adjustment
are in the horizontal position.
Under no circumstances should side rails be used improperly (e.g. for climbing over or
supporting).
The distance between the top edge of the side rail and the top of the mattress in non-
compressed condition must be at least 22 cm. If the distance is less than the specified
minimum, use a side rail elevation.
The distance between two side rail segments or between the lower edge of the side rail
element and the upper edge of the bed frame must be less than 12 cm.
When in use, the side rails must not remain in a diagonal position.
Before moving the bed, disconnect the mains plug from the socket and ensure that the
mains plug does not touch the floor during movement.
The mains plug should always be accessible so that in an emergency the device can be
disconnected from the mains supply by pulling it out of the socket.
The mains cable must be exposed and must not be jammed, as it is carried along when
the healthcare bed is adjusted in height. Otherwise, the mains cable may be torn out
of its strain relief and damaged. In addition, the mains plug can be torn out of the
socket and expose electrical cores.
Cables from other devices used in the VitalFlex Elite must not be pinched, squeezed, or
pulled by the functions of the care bed. Take appropriate precautions.
If the mains supply cable or the mains plug is damaged, the complete supply cable with
plug must be replaced. The work may only be carried out by the manufacturer or
authorized specialists.

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Do not use multiple sockets to connect the mains plug, as liquids could penetrate (fire
hazard and electrical shock).
Before cleaning and disinfecting the care bed, the mains plug must be disconnected from
the mains and securely hung up. The plugs for the handset and the motors which are
plugged into the control unit on the lying surface drive must be plugged in. This is
necessary so that water cannot penetrate the control unit.
The maximum duty cycle and safe working load must not be exceeded, otherwise safe
operation is no longer guaranteed (see technical data).
The VitalFlex Elite nursing bed must not be used in potentially explosive areas.
The nursing bed may only be dismantled if there is no patient or occupant in it.
4.2 Safety instructions for the operator
Use these operating instructions to instruct each user on safe operation before initial use.
Inform the user of any hazards that may exist if the device is not handled properly.
Only instructed persons may operate the nursing bed. This also applies to persons who only operate
the healthcare bed as representatives.
For long-term use of the systems, function checks and visible damage must be carried out and
documented at least once a year (see chapter 10.2).
4.3 Safety instructions for the user
Let the operator instruct you in the safe operation of the nursing bed.
Observe the general safety instructions as described in para. 4.1.
Bed adjustments may only be carried out by instructed persons or in the presence of an instructed
person.
Move the lying surface to the lowest position if you leave the nursing bed unattended with the
patient. This reduces the risk of injury to the patient when getting in and out.
If malfunction or damage is suspected, immediately unplug the power cord from the outlet. Mark the
care bed as a "defect" and take it out of operation. After that, please inform the responsible operator
immediately.

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4.4 Cleaning and disinfection
Before cleaning and disinfection, the mains plug must be disconnected from the mains and securely
hung up. The plug for the handset and the motors, which are plugged into the control at the lying
surface drive, must be plugged in. This is necessary so that no water can penetrate the control
unit.
Do not immerse the electrical components in water, but only wipe them off with a damp cloth.
The electrical components must not be sprayed with a high-pressure cleaner or water jet. Only
wipe disinfection is permitted.
To avoid skin irritation, always wear liquid-impermeable gloves during cleaning and disinfection
work.
Attention: When spray disinfecting with alcohol-containing agents, there is a risk of
explosion and fire when used over large areas.
4.5 Maintenance and repair
Maintenance measures (inspection and maintenance) and maintenance (repair) may only be carried
out by persons who have at least read the safety regulations and followed these operating
instructions.
To detect possible defects in time and to ensure safe use, a technical check (visual and functional
check) must be carried out by qualified personnel at least once a year according to the
maintenance schedule (see chapter 10.2) after a longer period of inactivity and before each reuse.
If the tests reveal errors, damage or defects, the VitalFlex Elite may no longer be operated.
Maintenance of the VitalFlex Elite must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Only original spare parts and accessories of the manufacturer may be used, otherwise all warranty
and product responsibility are excluded.
The 9V block battery is the energy storage device for electrical emergency lowering in the event of
a power failure. The energy storage is sufficient for max. one emergency lowering and must then
be replaced. If the expiry date of the batteries has exceeded, they must also be replaced
immediately. As batteries are self-discharging, it is recommended to replace them every two years
if they are not used. Make sure that this is an alkaline manganese battery of type 6LR61 and that
only this type may be used. Empty batteries must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly
manner.

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4.6 Accessories / Options
An erector is supplied as an accessory whose safe working load of 80 kg must not be exceeded. The
trapeze bar is not used to lift persons but makes it easier to change from a lying position to a sitting
position or to change the position. The trapeze bar must not be swiveled outside the bed and must
only be used within its permissible adjustment range, which is defined by the tube holder on the
bed. Otherwise, the bed may tip over completely and lead to serious injuries.
Please only use mattresses that are compatible with the side rails supplied. The distance between
the mattress surface in the non-compressed state and the upper edge of the upper side rail must be
at least 22 cm. If the distance is less than this, a side guard must be used. As a rule, a mattress
thickness of 12 cm to 16.5 cm is suitable when using the undivided wooden side rails. When using
the split side rails, a maximum mattress thickness of 17.5 cm may be used.
Make sure that the dimensions of the mattress correspond to the dimensions of the lying surface of
your healthcare bed.
4.7 Electromagnetic compatibility
The electric drives meet the requirements of EN 60601-1-2:2007 regarding their interference
emission and immunity (see chapter 13.7). However, electrical devices may interfere with each
other. In this case, switch off the nursing bed briefly or remove the source of interference.
4.8 Storage
If the nursing bed will be stored for a longer period, the 9V block batteries should be removed
as a precaution in order to avoid damage to the bed due to possible leakage of liquid.
4.9 Useful life and disposal
The service life for beds in domestic areas is assumed to be approx. 5 years. The nursing bed
must not be disposed of with normal household waste at the end of its service life. For
environmentally friendly disposal, please contact your local authority or Vital Mobility.

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5Control of delivery and scope of delivery
On receipt of the delivery and before commissioning, check whether the nursing bed is damaged.
Complain visible damage immediately to the delivering company.
After unpacking, please check that the delivery is complete. You will receive a fully assembled care
bed consisting of the following parts:
(1) Adjustable lying surface with mounted adjustment drives
(2) Lifting frame with two mounted lift drives for height adjustment
(3) Track rollers with central brake
(4) Hand switch with locking device
(5) SMPS power supply with power cable
(6) Four mounted wooden side rails with eight plastic side rail end caps (beige)
(7) Optional: trapeze with triangle handle (7a) and strap (7b)
(8) Instruction manual (without illustration)

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6Assembly and commissioning
Note: The VitalFlex Elite LTC bed is supplied fully assembled.
6.1 Assembly of the trapeze (optional)
With the help of the trapeze, the patient can stand up and move more easily into another position.
A triangle handle is attached to the trapeze pole.
Insert the pole bow (optional) into the erecting fixture in the lying surface. Make sure that the
locking cylinder pin engages in the recess of the erecting fixture.
Attention: The erecting bracket must not be used outside the latching mechanism.
Engage the snap-in cylinder pin
in the recess
Pole admission
Slide the fixed loop of the triangle belt over the first bolt of the erector and check its secure hold by
pulling the triangle handle firmly downwards.
Attention: Fix the loop of the triangle belt only
between these two bolts!
Strap with buckle adjustable in length
Triangle handle
Pole bracket
After receipt of the series delivery, reassemble the trapeze and the pole socket, as the diameter may
differ.

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The length of the strap of the triangle handle can be adjusted by the buckle. Select an
adjustment that allows the user to easily reach the handle when lying down (usually
between 55-70 cm measured from the upper edge of the mattress).
Make sure that the belt is securely fastened again.
The triangle handle has a durability of at least 5 years with normal use. (see embossing of
production date). It is then recommended to replace the triangle handle.
Production month Production year
6.2 Commissioning
Connecting the nursing bed to the mains socket
Insert the mains plug into the socket.
The mains plug should always be accessible so that in an emergency the system can be disconnected
from the mains supply by pulling it out of the socket. The electric actuators are now ready for
operation.
The VitalFlex Elite LTC bed is ready for operation after it has been successfully installed
and all steps from chapter 6, paras. 6.1 and 6.2 have been observed.
Once the VitalFlex Elite has been installed, carry out a check in accordance with
Chapter 10, Para. 10.2.
Clean and disinfect the bed before using it for the first time and before each use
according to chapter 8.

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7Functional description
7.1 Technical overview
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Head end
2
Feet end
3
Electrically adjustable backrest
4
Electrically adjustable thigh support
5
Mechanically adjustable lower leg support
6
Hand switch
7
Locking key for sister
8
Drive for electrical adjustment of the backrest and thigh support of
the lying surface
9
Mechanical grid fitting for adjusting the lower leg support
10
Bed lifting frame with electric height adjustment drives
11
Mains supply line with SMPS transformer box
12
Mattress guide (4x)
13
Tube holder for erecting bracket (1 on each side)
14
Wooden side rails (4x)
15
Release button for side rail locking (4 x)
16
Side rail guide (4 x)
17
Track rollers (4 x)
18
Central brake
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Trapeze pole with triangle handle (optional)

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7.2 Handset with locking function
The electric bed functions can be operated via the handset. All functions can be locked with the
nurse key.
Button functions:
Electric back adjustment infinitely variable 0°-70° incl.
100mm mattress compensation
Thigh adjustment electric infinitely variable 0°-30° Lower
leg adjustment mechanical via 5-point Rastomat 0°-55°
Electric height adjustment, infinitely variable 380-800 mm
Infinitely variable Anti-Trendelenburg and Trendelenburg
position
Comfort sitting position, back adjustment, thigh adjustment
and total lying surface. Upwards on the head side at the
touch of a button.
Height adjustment Low position electric stepless 240-380
mm with separate locking function
Pendant Light
Nurse lock on
the back side
Nurse key

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Hand switch hook:
-flexible
-rotatable
-can be replaced (fixed with a screw)
To avoid damage, the hand control should always be suspended from the hand control hook when
not in use (e.g. lying surface frame or side guards).
Do not press multiple keys at the same time as this may overload and damage the system.
7.3 Locking function for handset
There is a lock on the back of the hand control. All electrical adjustment functions can be locked
simultaneously by turning the enclosed nurse key in the lock position.
Blocking function 1:
All functions are locked.
Blocking function 2:
Trendelenburg + low position are blocked. All
other functions are enabled.
All functions are enabled. (I)
All functions are enabled. (II)

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7.4 Operation of the side rails
To use the side rails, lift the upper side rail until it engages in the highest position.
To lower the side rail, lift the upper side rail and simultaneously press the release button for the side
rail lock and release the side rail.
Raise upper side rail
Press the release button
and lower the side rail.
When the side rail is raised, always ensure that it is securely engaged!
The side rails are only intended to prevent persons from falling out of bed. Under no circumstances
should you climb over them or lean on them!
7.5 Operating the central brake
All the rollers of the bed can be locked via a central braking device by means of a brake bracket at
the foot end of the bed and must always be locked during normal operation.
Press the brake lever
downwards until it engages:
the 4 rollers are locked. To
disengage, raise the brake
lever.
The brake may only be released to move the bed! See also safety instructions!
It is not permitted to stand with the entire body weight on the foot bar of the central brake.