Winncare CareCube User manual

Winncare Noric Aps · Hejreskovvej 18 B-C · DK-3490 Kvistgård · Denmark · Tlf.: +45 4913
8855
www.winncare.dk
Aug 2015
User’s Manual
CareCube™Wound Treatment System
Inflatable Cushion for Lifting and Supporting
of Legs during Wound Treatment

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Contents:
1. Preface.......................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Explanation of Symbols.................................................................................................................4
3. Disclaimer .....................................................................................................................................4
4. Safety ............................................................................................................................................ 5
5. Transport & storage information..................................................................................................6
6. Marking of CareCube.................................................................................................................... 7
7. Technical Data: .............................................................................................................................7
8. Measurements & Weight .............................................................................................................8
9. Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................8
10. Daily Inspection of the CareCube System..................................................................................... 9
11. Annual Service Inspection of the CareCube System..................................................................... 9
12. Components in the CareCube Wound Care System:..................................................................10
13. The Compressor: Inserting and removing the air hose .............................................................. 11
14. The CareCube Cushion: Manual deflation..................................................................................12
15. The CareCube Cushion: Inserting and removing the air hose .................................................... 12
16. Inflating the CareCube Cushion ..................................................................................................13
17. Deflating the CareCube Cushion with the compressor ..............................................................14
18. Trouble shooting......................................................................................................................... 15
19. Warranty:....................................................................................................................................15

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1. Preface
CareCube™ Wound Treatment System is a new revolutionary aid product, which makes it
possible to carry out treatment of shin and foot wounds without any kind of lifting by the
nurse, neither in connection with lifting the leg to the desired position for treatment, nor in
order to support the leg during treatment. No more manual lifting in awkward postures, no
more lifting in order to keep the in the right position during care.
CareCube’s unique design means that it is always possible to lift the patient’s leg to the right
and most comfortable height –irrespective of whether the patient is sitting, lying supine or
on their side during treatment. The dimensions of the sides of CareCube represent the
average length of the human, tibia, femur & pelvis. This means that both tall and short
persons can be treated with one single product in the three typical positions for receiving
treatment.
CareCube’s dimensions also mean that the carer can always get access to the area in need
of treatment, as the patient’s leg can be lifted/supported in such a way that the sole of the
foot, the heel and toes are accessible. If the shin has to be accessible for treatment,
CareCube can always be positioned in such a way that it only supports/lifts under the foot
proper.
CareCube lifts with air from a small compressor, which can both inflate and deflate the
CareCube. The deflated CareCube is only a few centimetres thick making it easy to slide
underneath the patient’s foot or leg. When activated, the compressor fills the CareCube
completely in approximately 20 seconds, lifting the patient’s leg to the desired height.
During treatment, the patient’s leg rests safely and comfortably on the CareCube without
any kind of assistance from the nurse.
Furthermore, CareCube is equipped with a unique internal grid system, which ensures that
the cushion also is stable when only partially inflated. In the partially inflated state, the
CareCube forms a “cradle” around the patient’s leg, which can increase patient comfort
during long treatment procedures.
The combined weight of the CareCube, the compressor, the air hose and the backpack is
only 3,2 kg (7 Lbs.), making it very easy for the wound nurse to transport e.g. from one
patient’s home to the next, if this is required. For this purpose, the CareCube is designed
from materials, which can easily be wiped down with alcohol or similar disinfectants,
eliminating risks of cross contamination with MRSA.
The CareCube Wound Treatment System has been designed to be cost effective meaning
that one system can be left each patient for as long as treatment is necessary. In this way,
expensive “cleaning time” can be freed up for treatment purposes. Once the patient’s
treatment is over, the CareCube System may easily be cleaned and re-used at a new
location.

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CareCube is simple and logical to use. Nonetheless, you must read this manual carefully
before you start using the CareCube Wound Treatment System.
We are certain that the CareCube will set new standards in care with less work injuries,
increased productivity and much more satisfied patients.
In this User’s Manual, you will find important information about the correct use and
maintenance of your new CareCube. It is necessary that all caregivers, who operate the
CareCube, have studied this manual carefully, prior to using the system. Should this manual
not provide answers to all your questions regarding a safe and correct use of the CareCube
System, please contact your dealer for clarification prior to taking the CareCube into use.
2. Explanation of Symbols
This User’s Operations Manual contains important information about the correct and safe
use of the CareCube. All users of the CareCube must have studied this manual carefully prior
to using the product. All instructions in this manual should be followed meticulously. All
staff should be trained prior to using the product. We recommend that all operators
practice using the CareCube and that they try having their legs lifted themselves so as to
know what the patients will experience. Before each treatment procedure, the nurse should
think the entire process through and explain it to the patient.
Symbols used:
3. Disclaimer
Read this manual carefully prior to using the product. We do not accept any
responsibility or liability for damage or product failure caused by incorrect use of the
cushion.
This symbol is used to indicate information and instructions, which have an
influence on work safety or patient safety and comfort. Failure to comply with
such instructions may result in injury to caregiver or patient. These
instructions must be followed meticulously at all times.
This symbol is used to indicate information and instructions, which have an
impact on the equipment’s functionality. Disregarding such information may
lead to damage to the lifter and/or other equipment.
This symbol is used to indicate information and instructions, which can help
both caregivers and patients obtaining safe, efficient and dignified lifting and
transfer situations.

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This User’s Manual has been written according to our best efforts. All information,
data and advice was correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right to revise
this manual as and when technical changes are made to the product concerned. Only
the documentation supplied with the actual product is valid.
All warranty claims must be made immediately after detection of a defect.
Only original Winncare spare parts & accessories may be used on the product.
No alterations, modifications or conversions must be carried out.
But for product liability, Winncare Noric Aps is liable for faults, product failures and
omissions on its part as stated in the warranty agreement or purchase contract.
Claims for damages are expressly excluded, regardless of the legal basis, from which
such claims originate.
Failure to comply with the instructions given on safety, maintenance & usage in this
User’s Operations Manual renders the Declaration of Conformity delivered with this
product as per the Council Directive (93/42/EEC) invalid.
4. Safety
Before using the CareCube, the caregiver must inspect the cushion and the
compressor and make certain that they are fully functional. The product must
be taken out of service immediately, if faults, which could have an impact on
safety, are discovered. In that case, the CareCube System must be serviced by
an authorized service technician before being taken into use again.
The CareCube has a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 100 kg /220 lbs., which means
that it is safe to lift legs weighing up to 100 kg / 220 lbs. Never attempt to lift
leg(s) with a weight above the SWL
If used incorrectly the CareCube may tip over causing. Never attempt to lift a
person or objects with the CareCube. This could result in serious injury to
patient or caregiver.
Always keep eye contact with the patient and pay attention to his/her
comfort.
Never lift so high that you over stretch the patient’s knee(s)
Never let the compressor run with the air intake or air outlet blocked. This
stops the airflow used to cool the motor and can result in dangerous
overheating or even fire.
The CareCube compressor should not be run constantly for more than 10
minutes and no more than a total 30 minutes per hour.

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5. Transport & storage information
Winncare: The manufacturer
CareCube: The Product name
Wound Care System: Product description
Serial No.: Identification of this unit
Storage: Information about storage
Keep dry: Information about storage
25-90% Relative humidity: Identification of safe humidity
0-50º Celsius: Safe usage temperature
250-1200 hPa Safe air pressure
CareCube
Wound Care System
Serial No. :
CareCube1 2015 02 100
Storage:
Keep dry, 25-90% relative humidity,
0-50° Celsius, 250-1200 hPa

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6. Marking of CareCube
CareCube is equipped with the following marking:
CareCube1: Identifies the product i.e. a CareCube
12: Identifies the year of production, i.e. 2015
02: Identifies the month of production, i.e.
February
100:Identifies this specific product
Max. 100 kg/220 lbs.: Informs of the maximum allowed loading
(SWL)
IPX1/IPX6: Informs of the ingression protection level of
the compressor and the cushion,
respectively.
7. Technical Data:
Materials: Cushion: PVC & Polypropylene
Compressor: PP + electronics
IP protection level, cushion: IPX6
IP protection level, compressor: IPX1
Maximum continuous usage: 10 minutes
Maximum noise level: 80 DB at a distance of 1 metre
Length of net cable: 3 metres
Power supply: 230V~50Hz, 120V~60Hz
Power: 400W
Maximum air pressure: 150mbar / 2,2 PSI
Maximum airflow: 950 l/Min.
Made by Winncare in DK –3490
CareCube1 2015 02 100
Max 100 kg / 220 lbs.
Patent Pending
IPX1/IPX6

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8. Measurements & Weight
CareCube Cushion:
Height, inflated: 30 cm / 11,8”
Width, inflated: 40 cm / 15,9”
Length, inflated: 48 cm / 19”
Weight: 1,1 kg / 2,4 Lbs.
CareCube compressor:
Height: 15 cm / 5,9”
Width: 12 cm / 4,7”
Length: 15 cm / 5,9”
Weight: 0,9 kg / 2 Lbs.
Max safe working load (SWL): 100 kg / 220 Lbs.
9. Cleaning
CareCube was designed for easy cleaning:
The CareCube cushion was designed in such a way that there are no areas, where dirt or
bacteria can accumulate.
CareCube cushion:
For daily cleaning, we recommend using wet-wipes either based on ethanol or
containing anti-bacterial ingredients.
For thorough cleaning, the CareCube cushion may be cleaned in automated washing
machines or with saturated steam for up to 1 minute at 90° Celsius (194°
Fahrenheit), for 5 minutes at 85° Celsius (185° Fahrenheit) or 10 minutes at 80°
Celsius (176° Fahrenheit). This can only be done with the valve cover inserted and
closed.
CareCube compressor:
The compressor is electrically operated and runs on either 230V or 120V AC (North
America). It is not designed to be splash or waterproof.
For daily cleaning, we recommend wiping it with a damp cloth with ordinary
household detergent. Wipe thoroughly afterwards with a dry cloth.
The compressor, power cable and air hose may be cleaned with wet-wipes either
based on ethanol or containing anti-bacterial ingredients. Wipe thoroughly
afterwards with a dry cloth.

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10. Daily Inspection of the CareCube System
Check that the cushion is intact and that no welds are showing signs of coming
apart.
Check that the power cable is intact without signs of cracks in the insulation.
Check that there are no signs of cracks in the housing of the compressor.
11. Annual Service Inspection of the CareCube System
The CareCube System does not need any annual service inspection.
All users should be trained to carry out a daily inspection of the CareCube
System before using it. Check the following points:
Never clean the compressor with the power cable plugged in. This can lead to
electrical shock or danger of fire, if alcohol is used for cleaning.
Never clean the CareCube System with substances containing bleach, strong
acids or alkaline substances. This may cause discoloration and/or reduce
product life significantly.

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12. Components in the CareCube Wound Care System:
The CareCube Wound Care System consists of 4 components:
1. The CareCube Cushion
2. The CareCube Compressor with 3 meter power cable
3. An air hose
4. A backpack for transport

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13. The Compressor: Inserting and removing the air hose
To make the CareCube System easy to use and transport, the compressor is designed to be
as small and light as possible. It is a rotation pump, which sucks in air in one end and pumps
it out at the other. This means that the compressor can both inflate and deflate the
cushion, simply by moving the air hose from one end to the other.
If the air hose is inserted in the mounting, marked with the
word “OUT” and a green dot, air is blown out and the
CareCube cushion is inflated.
If the air hose is inserted in the mounting, marked with the
word “IN” and a red dot, air is sucked in and the CareCube
cushion is deflated.
In order to insert the air hose in either mounting, the black
adaptor of the air hose is simply pushed into the mounting,
where it locks into place.
In order to remove the air hose from either mounting, the
black adaptor of the air hose is simply pulled outwards.

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14. The CareCube Cushion: Manual deflation
If the valve cover is in place, it can be removed by turning it
counter clockwise.
The valve may be opened manually by pushing the white
release button down. If pushed again, the valve closes again.
This function may be used to deflate the CareCube cushion
manually.
15. The CareCube Cushion: Inserting and removing the air hose
Push the black adaptor into the valve. This locks the air hose in
place and automatically opens the valve.
In order to remove the air hose, twist the black adaptor on the
air hose a bit sideways and pull it out of the valve. This
automatically closes the valve.

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16. Inflating the CareCube Cushion
Prior to lifting with the CareCube, the wound nurse must decide, which lifting height is
required and deflate the CareCube with the desired color pointing up/down. Help the
CareCube to fold correctly during deflation:
Red side up/down = Max 30 cm lifting height
Blue side up/down = Max. 40 cm lifting height
Grey side up/down = Max. 48 cm lifting height
Place the deflated CareCube with the desired color pointing
upwards underneath the patient’s leg or heel depending on
which zone should be accessible for treatment. If the patient is
incapable of lifting the foot or bending the leg, the CareCube
Cushion be slid in place using a slide sheet or similar.
Follow these steps in order to lift:
1. Chose lifting height and empty the cushion so that the
desired color points upwards
2. Place the empty CareCube Cushion under the desired
spot of the patient’s foot/leg.
3. Insert the net cable into the socket.
4. Insert the air hose in the mounting on the compressor,
marked with the word “OUT” and a green dot.
5. Insert the air hose into the valve on the CareCube
Cushion.
6. Turn on the compressor, using the switch
7. After approximately 20 seconds, the cushion is fully
inflated.

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When the desired lifting height has been reached, the air hose
is taken out of the valve on the cushion with the compressor
still running. This closes the valve. Afterwards the compressor
is turned off.
NB: Thanks to the internal grid system, the CareCube Cushion
is stable, even if only partially inflated. This means that you
may chose only to lift the patient’s leg e.g. 20 cm, if this gives
the ideal height for treatment and/or the highest patient
comfort.
17. Deflating the CareCube Cushion with the compressor
Follow these steps in order to deflate the CareCube Cushion:
1. Insert the power cable into the socket.
2. Insert the air hose in the mounting on the compressor, marked with the word “IN”
and a red dot.
3. Insert the air hose into the valve on the CareCube Cushion.
4. Turn on the compressor, using the switch
5. The CareCube Cushion is now deflated. After approx. 20 seconds, the cushion is
completely empty
6. Take the air hose out of the valve on the cushion with the compressor still running.
This closes the valve. Afterwards the compressor is turned off.

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18. Trouble shooting
Problem:
1. Possible
solution:
2. Possible
solution
3. Possible solution
The compressor
does not start,
when the switch is
activated
The power cable
is not inserted in
the socket. Insert
the cable
The socket has
not been turned
on. Turn on the
switch
The compressor is
defective 
Contact your
dealer for service
The valve does not
close, when the air
hose Is removed
Try opening and
closing the valve
manually to make
certain that it
works
The valve is
defective 
Contact your for
service
The Cushion loses
air quickly
Try opening and
closing the valve
manually to make
certain that it
works
The cushion has
been punctured.
Contact your
dealer for service
19. Warranty:
The manufacturer offers a 2-year warranty on the CareCube Wound Treatment System for
failures caused during production. This includes leaks caused by faulty valves and welds.
Puncturing of the CareCube Cushion by sharp objects is not covered by the warranty.
The client pays transport costs associated with repairs under the warranty.