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Community & Homecare Bed Range USER MANUAL...
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Thank you for choosing this bed from our Aspire Community and Homecare bed range. This product has been specifically designed to offer comfort, support and safety. It is important that you read this user manual carefully before using your new bed.
1. INTRODUCTION The Aspire Community & Homecare Bed is an electrically operated bed for the community or homecare environment. The bed has a fabricated steel frame with a powder coat finish and utilises plastic components of various material specifications. Clinical Applications and Area of Use...
• The clinically qualified person responsible should consider the age, size and condition of the patient before using the bed and its accessories. • The maximum safe working load of the Aspire Community & Homecare Bed is 220kg including the mass of the patient, mattress and any accessories fitted to the bed.
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ALWAYS position the bed at its lowest height when unattended by • caregivers to minimise the risk of patient injury. ALWAYS use a mattress of appropriate size and type. A range of suitable • pressure reducing and pressure relieving mattresses are also available from Aidacare.
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Community and Homecare Bed range is designed specifically for the community and aged care environment. Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the key components shown below: SELF HELP POLE FOOT END HEAD SECTION Handle mount with Marked for ease of Raises the patient’s locator mechanism...
4. UNPACKING & INSPECTION Community and Homecare Beds come packaged in 3 boxes for maximum protection. Check box contents to ensure no components are missing and contact Aidacare if this occurs on 1300 133 120. (Accessories supplied separately) Box 1 of 3 A Head End with lift actuator B Foot End with lift...
5. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Find a clear space and ensure bed end castors are locked for easier assembly. Step 2a Insert connector rods into mattress sections. Step 1. Lay the two mattress Step 2b platforms on a flat surface. Position the frame on its side and insert fastening hand wheels.
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Step 4a Step 4b Align foot end (identified by Loosen the fastening hand wheels and insert sticker) with the foot end of exposed connectors into the platform frame. the mattress platform. Step 4c Tighten hand wheels. Step 5 Repeat the same process at the head end of the bed.
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Step 6 Step 7a Locate the TiMotion Electronics. Locate the FOOT Actuator. Step 7b Step 7c Match the green FOOT sticker on Locate the BACK Actuator. the Actuator and Bed Frame and fasten with locking pins. Step 7e Step 7d Locate the power cables from the Match the red BACK sticker on Back and Foot Actuators and plug...
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Step 8 Step 9 Locate 4 mattress guides and fix to Insert self help pole into sleeve at bed frame. head of bed, aligning notch with groove. Step 10a Step 10b Step 10c Step 10d Locate side rail sliding mechanism Lock side rails in raised position which includes three connector by pulling upwards and release to...
6. OPERATION Activating the handset Hand Control Functions The handset has a locking key permanently fastened to the cord. This is designed to lock out functionality for patients with safe use concerns when unsupervised. Ensure the key is inserted to the on position prior to use.
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Hand Control Functions (continued...) Bed raise to 1100mm* Bed lower to 710mm* *Measurements taken from top of bed frame to ground level. Reverse Trendelenburg tilt Trendelenburg tilt Always ensure that a health professional has assessed the patient regarding their suitability for Trendelenburg positioning.
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Castor Use • This bed has 4 total-lock castors. • To apply the brake, use your foot to press down on the lever at each castor. • To unlock the brake, use your foot to push up on the lever at each castor Self-Help Pole •...
7. ACCESSORIES The following accessories are sold separately or as part of a bed package kit. 3/4 Folding Side Rails BEA016585 Ensure the side rails are mounted as close to the head end of the bed frame as possible to minimise the risk of entrapment.
8. TRANSPORT & STORAGE Transportation Assembly Instructions The Aspire Community & Homecare Bed is designed to be transported safely on the ground by one person. This requires the bed to be disassembled and repositioned on the Transportation Kit (BEA029870). Assembly for transportation is a 4 step process.
Do not drop and avoid shock or violent impact when transporting. STORAGE CONDITIONS Aspire Community & Homecare Beds should be stored in a clean, dry, well ventilated area. The following limits apply during transport and or a storage period of up to 15...
• Connector pins should be aligned, any unusual bends may suggest damage. Handset buttons The safety • Use key on side of handset to unlock. do not work? lockout function is active Should problems persist contact Aspire Service on 1300 133 120.
10. CLEANING WARNING Before cleaning always disconnect the bed from the mains power source and remove TiMotion electronics system from mattress platform. Note: It is strongly recommended that protective clothing be used when cleaning. Note: The following procedure also applies to the bed accessories, but does not include mattresses.
11. SERVICE & MAINTENANCE To prolong the working life of the bed and for trouble free operation it is recommended that routine inspections should be performed by a person who is suitably qualified and well acquainted with the design, use and care of Community Care beds.
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WARNING: The bed must be disconnected from the mains power supply before starting the following maintenance activities: General Examine all the warning signs on the bed. Examine the bed for obvious signs of damage. Check that all nuts, bolts and other fasteners are tight and are not missing. Examine flexible cables and conduits for cuts, cracks, abrasions or other deterioration.
13. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Electrical Ratings: Voltage: 230V ~ +/- 10%V Max current: Voltage output: 24V DC ~ max. 70V DC. Operating Frequency: 2 min on, 18 min off Push force Pull force: Max 0 N to 4000N Protection: IP 54 Insulation: User is not isolated from the ground or frame structure.
14. WARRANTY Warranty Aspire Community and Homecare Beds come with a two year warranty. Please keep the purchase invoice as proof of warranty commencement. Aidacare is bound by Australian Consumer Law in respect to Warranty Against Defects. A copy of the Aidacare Warranty Against Defects statement is available on the Aidacare homepage at www.aidacare.com.au.
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