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sidhil Solite UK Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 1 Community Care Bed Range Instructions for use...
  • Page 2 Corporate social responsibility sales, customer service and is also an issue for Sidhil. We logistics to provide clear have now received accreditation benefits for our customers to ISO 14001, underlining our in terms of flexibility, short...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ................4 2. CONTACT INFORMATION .............. 4 3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ............... 5 3.1 Environment ..................5 3.2 Intended Use ..................5 3.3 Features ....................6 4. SAFETY ....................7 4.1 Warnings and Cautions ................ 7 4.2 Risk Assessment ..................7 4.3 Bed Load .....................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    2. CONTACT INFORMATION For any service, warranty, sales or customer service information on this product please contact your provider or if in doubt contact Sidhil Ltd at the following address. Please quote the Solite UK serial number on all correspondence.

  • Page 5: Product Description

    To aid transportation the bed comes as standard with a transport stand to enable it to fit through doorways, into lifts, on delivery vehicles etc. For assistance in setting up, using or maintaining your Solite UK or to report unexpected operation refer to the contact details found in section 2.

  • Page 6: Features

    Trendelenburg function removed (code CONTROL/127). Please refer to the contact information in section 2 to order or to request further information – Sidhil recommend the use of this handset when the Warning bed is being used in a domestic environment.

  • Page 7: Safety

    4. SAFETY 4.1 Warnings and Cautions Warnings in these instructions for use highlight potential hazards that if disregarded could lead to injury or death. Warning Cautions in these instructions for use highlight potential hazards that if disregarded could lead to equipment damage or failure. Caution 4.2 Risk Assessment Before a patient uses the bed a risk assessment must be performed on a patient by patient basis.

  • Page 8: General Warnings

    • The bed is not suitable for occupants who are less than 146cm in length - If in doubt please contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. for further advice. • Misused electrical equipment can be hazardous. • Accessories that have not been approved or designed for use with the bed are not be used.

  • Page 9: Transport And Storage

    5. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE The following conditions should be followed when transporting and storing the Solite UK bed: • Bed always to be stored on the transport stand. • Bed ends set to minimum height. • Bed extension to be compressed. • Brakes applied. • All profiling sections secured with hook and loop tape (or similar). • All functions locked out. • Covered to protect from fluid ingress, dirt, dust etc. (if required). • Beds must not be stored one on top of another. • Beds not to be stored on their side. • Ambient temperature: -10°C to +50°C.

  • Page 10: Symbol Definition

    Sidhil Ltd. immediately. Type B Applied Part Applied Part: The parts of the bed that come into physical contact with the user / occupant in order for the bed to carry out its intended function (refer to section 16.2 for a list of...

  • Page 11: Parts Identification

    7. PARTS IDENTIFICATION Bed end Lifting pole socket Castor Leg section Control box / back rest actuator Leg rest actuator Extension hand wheels Locking collar High / low actuator 10. Backrest section (Transport stand not shown)

  • Page 12: Bed Assembly And Preparing For Use

    8. BED ASSEMBLY AND PREPARING FOR USE • Before attempting to assemble the bed ensure these instructions have been read and fully understood. • It is advisable to assemble the bed with a second able bodied person. • Take care when disassembling the bed from the transport stand, the Warning sections are of considerable weight. 8.1 Removal from the Transport Stand No tools are necessary for the assembly of the bed. The assembly procedure is as follows: • Clear the area intended for the bed of any obstructions and ensure the surface is level.

  • Page 13: Assembling The Bed

    Note: If this action is being undertaken by a single person Sidhil recommend that the castors are braked before assembly commences. • Repeat for the remaining bed end and mattress platform half.

  • Page 14: Fitting The Electrical System

    8.3 Fitting the Electrical System • Plug the actuator and handset cables into the control box. The control box has a label showing the correct port into which the corresponding cable is inserted. Note, the plugs only fit into the ports in one orientation. Ensure the cables are plugged fully into the control box.

  • Page 15: Cable Routing

    8.4 Cable Routing The actuator cables are to be routed on the bed frame as shown below: Cable Clips Cable Route • Ensure all cables are free from moving parts and are not under excessive tension. • Ensure the two high / low actuators are plugged into the correct ports, If the tilt function is not functioning as expected the cables Caution may have been incorrectly located, double check against the diagram on the control box.

  • Page 16: Stowing The Transport Stands

    8.6 Stowing the Transport Stands The bed comes complete with an integral transport stand and storage brackets. • Raise the bed to its full height. • Holding one transport stand turn it so the words ‘this side in’ face upwards. • Slide the stand into the tubes positioned under the backrest section, push the spring clip down and push the stand past until the clip springs back locking the transport stand in position.

  • Page 17: Operation Of The Bed

    • Inappropriate handling/positioning of the mains cable could cause kinking or shearing of the cable which may lead to exposed live wires - Risk of electrocution. • Precautions are to be taken when routing cables from external equipment around the bed to ensure that they do not become squeezed, trapped or damaged. • A CE marked extension cable must only be used when it is not possible to reach a wall socket with the equipment mains cable – Contact Sidhil Ltd. for detail with regards to the safe use of extension cables.
  • Page 18 • If an extension cable is used never overload it by plugging in appliances that together will exceed the maximum current rating stated for the extension cable – Risk of fire. • Block adaptors are not to be used. • Ensure multiple socket outlets are not positioned under the bed frame - Liquids that leak onto such a socket could pose an electrical / fire risk. • Any electrical component that is part of the bed frame or associated ancillary equipment that is found to be damaged must be replaced immediately - Damaged electrical components can create a risk of electrocution and / or fire. • Consideration is to be taken in the positioning of the bed cables and handset cable to minimise the risk of accidental strangulation resulting from baby, child or bed occupant entanglement.

  • Page 19: Brake System

    • Special care should be taken when fitting an air mattress to the bed as incorrect fitting could damage the bed frame. • The bed is not designed to run off battery power for long periods (SOLITE/UK/4/BB only) and should always be plugged into the mains supply during normal use - Allowing the battery to discharge fully may impair its performance. • When the bed is operated, ensure that obstacles such as over-bed Caution tables and other furniture are not causing an obstruction. • Ensure the bed is positioned an appropriate distance from walls / other furniture to prevent damage or patient injury when operating the bed (particularly when operating it in tilt).

  • Page 20: Side Rails And Mattresses

    9.4 Side Rails and Mattresses The SOLITE UK bed range can be specified with different types of side rail, refer to section 17 where the variants are listed. When specifying a mattress and side rail combination a clinical assessment of the patient’s needs must be carried out in line with local policy.

  • Page 21: Electrical Operation

    (handset code CONTROL/127). Please refer to the contact Warning information in section 2 to order or to request further information – Sidhil recommend the use of this handset when the bed is being used in a domestic environment. If the bed is continuously used for an extended period of time and it exceeds the duty cycle the control box may become temporarily disabled or irreparably damaged – See section 16.2 for further detail.
  • Page 22 The handset is supplied with a lockout function which enables the carer to disable any of the bed’s functions if they are deemed unsuitable for the occupant. To lock / unlock a function, turn the relevant function lock using the key provided (clockwise to lock, anti - clockwise to unlock). When a function has been locked a yellow dot will be visible above that function.

  • Page 23: Knee Break / Leg Section

    9.7 Knee Break / Leg Section Note: The operation of the knee break / leg section is dependent on the position of the support bow as detailed below. The bed is fitted with an adjustable leg section. When the leg section function on the handset is operated the height or angle of the leg is adjusted, depending on whether or not the leg support is located in the channel on the underside of the leg section. Knee break height / angle adjustment: Leg section height adjustment: Leg section...

  • Page 24: Extending The Bed

    • Slide the platform extension out to the correct length to suit the mattress and extension block being used (if a Sidhil mattress and extension are being used then it may be pulled out to the end stops).

  • Page 25: Assembly Onto The Transport Stand

    10. ASSEMBLY ONTO THE TRANSPORT STAND • Before attempting to assemble the bed onto the transport stand ensure these instructions have been read and fully understood. • It is advisable to assemble the bed with a second able bodied person. • Take care when assembling the bed onto the transport stand, the Warning sections are of considerable weight. Electrics • Flatten and lower the bed to its minimum height (see section 9.6) for operation of the handset.
  • Page 26 Assembling onto the Stand • Position both transport stand brackets onto one bed end, taking care to ensure the brackets are both orientated in the correct direction (each stand has a marking showing the correct side). • Turn both locking collars into the locked position. • Hook the remaining bed end onto the transport stands.

  • Page 27: Power Failures

    11. POWER FAILURES The bed does not have battery backup functionality unless you have purchased the battery backup variant of the bed (SOLITE/UK/4/BB). This can be identified by a box fastened to the leg section motor. In the event of a power failure the bed will not function, resulting in the backrest and / or leg section remaining up, if previously raised.

  • Page 28: Decontamination

    13. DECONTAMINATION 13.1 Cleaning and Disinfection Guidelines Infection control and routine cleaning must be carried out in accordance with your local Infection control policy or regulatory body. • Always disconnect the bed from the main power supply prior to cleaning. • Ensure all ports on the electrical system (control box and actuators) have cable plugs inserted to maintain the IP rating. • Regular cleaning and disinfection of the bed frame and relevant accessories will help to prevent the risk of infection to the occupant Warning...

  • Page 29: Steam Cleaning

    Alternatively: Sidhil recommend the use of Tristel ‘Fuse’ sachets and Tristel ‘Jet’ gel. Follow the product documentation for concentration guidelines and instructions for use. Sidhil also recommend the use of Chlor-clean tablets. Follow the product documentation for concentration guidelines and instructions for use. Refer to the Sidhil infection control policy, copies are available from Sidhil Ltd. Contact details can be found in section 2.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    14. MAINTENANCE 14.1 General Inspection Sidhil recommends that the carer performs frequent visual and operational inspections. If there are any signs of damage or the bed is not performing as it should withdraw it from service until the bed has been repaired and is fit for use again.

  • Page 31: General Maintenance

    • For beds fitted with battery backup (SOLITE/UK/4/BB) check that the battery is capable of powering the bed frame suitably*. If in doubt about the correct replacement of a component contact Sidhil Ltd or your local distributor. Refer to the service manual for part codes and assembly detail. Copies are available from Sidhil Ltd.

  • Page 32: Disposal Of Parts

    When the bed frame / electrical system has come to the end of its useful life contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. (see section 2) to arrange for collection, alternatively follow local recycling and W.E.E.E. (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) policies.

  • Page 33: Specification

    (e.g. vinyl/carpet/laminate based) Intended for indoor use only • *If patient requirements / situation are such that a higher platform height is required please contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. (see section 2) to discuss suitability of alternative bed frames. • **If patient requirements are such that Trendelenburg functionality is deemed to pose a potential risk, a replacement handset can...

  • Page 34: Electrical Data

    Qualified users of the Solite UK Bed can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a suitable distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters). If the Solite UK Bed or any alternative equipment is found to be operating abnormally mitigation measures are to be taken, such as the separation distances being increased and / or the products being reorientated.

  • Page 35: Accessories

    17. ACCESSORIES A full range of accessories, including various approved mattresses are available from Sidhil Ltd. Lifting pole SOLITE/LASER/LP IV pole 1210/DP/W Standard grab handle 1210/GRAB ‘Safe side’ grab handle 1213/GRAB Short grab handle 1216/GRAB ‘Safe side’ side rails SOLITE/SR/2...
  • Page 36 If the straps are incorrectly fitted around the main section of the mattress platform, serious damage could occur to various components of the bed. If in doubt contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. Caution...

  • Page 37: Mattress / Side Rail Compatibility Chart

    ü Padded Side 1316/PS/UNIVERSAL ü * Sidhil Ltd deems the SoloXtra dynamic mattress to be suitable for use with the Grange side rail, however it is approximately 10mm out of compliance in relation to the 220mm dimensional requirement between the top of the uncompressed mattress and the top of the side rail - It is essential that a patient risk assessment is performed to ensure that this does not introduce a hazard to the patient.

  • Page 38: Warranty

    Sidhil Ltd guarantees this product is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for 5 years (1 year full parts and labour, 4 further years parts only) from the date of purchase from Sidhil Ltd, its subsidiary companies, authorised dealers and international distributors. Proof of purchase must be presented with any claim.
  • Page 39 NOTES...
  • Page 40 CONTACT INFORMATION Tel: +44 (0) 01422 233000 Fax: +44 (0) 01422 233010 Email: sales@sidhil.com www.sidhil.com Sidhil Business Park, Holmfield, Halifax, HX2 9TN A member of the Siddall & Hilton Ltd. Group of Companies (93/42/EEC) Certificate No. FM14550 INSTRUC/SOLITE/UK, 16/01/2015 - Rev.9...

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