General; Introduction; Definitions; Symbols In This Document - Invacare Soft Tilt User Manual

Invacare® Soft Tilt

1 General

1.1 Introduction

This document belongs to an Invacare accessory and it
contains important information about handling and assembly.
To ensure safety when using the product, read the user
manual of the related product carefully and follow the safety
instructions.
Find the user manual on Invacare's website or contact your
Invacare representative. See addresses at the end of this
document.
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1.1.1 Definitions

All references to left and right are based on a person lying
on his back in the bed, with his head in the head end.

1.2 Symbols in this document

Symbols and signal words are used in this document and
apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
personal injury or property damage. See the information
below for definitions of the signal words.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in damage to property if it is not avoided.
Tips and Recommendations
Gives useful tips, recommendations and
information for efficient, trouble-free use.

1.3 Intended use

The Soft Tilt and control unit is intended to be used only in
conjunction with 85 or 90 cm wide Invacare® SB 755 beds,
equipped with side rails in an appropriate height (see chart
in 9 Technical Data, page 21), side rail covers and castellated
foam mattress (see size chart 9 Technical Data, page 21)
• As a part of an overall pressure ulcer prevention
programme of care.
• To move bedridden end-users to lay on left or right side
or on the back.
• Support the end-user in getting in and out of bed.
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• When used in the "automatic" mode it has been
designed to provide pressure reduction to end-users.
• When used in the "manual" mode it is designed to
support the care staff in turning the end-user from side
to side in the bed.
• It is suitable for use in all home care, residential and
nursing care settings.
Indications
The intended patient group for Soft Tilt is:
• Bedridden immobile/partly immobile adult end-users.
• Who needs pressure care.
• Who needs to be nursed in the care bed such as
personal hygiene, dressing etc. This group of end users
will often be transferred from bed to chair using a lifter
or manually supported by care staff in combination with
a technical aid such as a rollator.
Contraindications
The Soft Tilt is not intended for psychiatric, restless or
anxious end-users or persons with spasm.
Precautions
• Before Soft Tilt is used it is important to evaluate, if
Soft Tilt is suitable for the actual end-user.
• For security reasons the end-user must not operate Soft
Tilt themselves.
WARNING!
Any other or incorrect use could lead to hazardous
situations. Invacare accepts no liability for any
use, change or assembly of the product, other
than stated in this user manual.

1.4 Service life

The expected service life of this product is five years when
used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions,
maintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this manual.
The effective service life can vary according to frequency and
intensity of use.

1.5 Warranty information

We provide a manufacturer's warranty for the product
in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of
Business in the respective countries.
Warranty claims can only be made through the provider
from whom the product was obtained.

1.6 Limitation of liability

Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:
• Non-compliance with the user manual
• Incorrect use
• Natural wear and tear
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third
party
• Technical modifications
• Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable
spare parts
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