General; Introduction; Definitions; Symbols In This Document - Invacare SB 755 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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without further notice.
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In case of a serious incident with the product, you should
inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your
country.

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 a 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.
• It is suitable only for indoors use.
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
• Unauthorized modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare
parts
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