AKRON 8462 Contents Introduction Warnings, Cautions General Warnings Installation Operation Accessories – Operating Instructions Cyriax Horns Hole & Horn Lean Back Frame Fixation Rails Cleaning and Decontamination Troubleshooting Maintenance Warranty and Service Revision Status Technical Specification "The mark on this product demonstrates conformity with the EC Directive 93/42/EEC."...
AKRON 8462 1. Introduction Always keep this Operating Manual available for reference. Warnings & Cautions WARNINGS Warnings identify possible hazards in procedures or conditions which, if not correctly followed, could result in death, injury or other serious adverse reactions. CAUTIONS Cautions identify conditions or procedures which, if not correctly followed, could result in equipment failure or damage.
AKRON 8462 2. Installation Adjustable Foot WARNING Lock castors before adjusting. Lock castors first. Adjust foot. Lock foot by tightening half nut. WARNING Do not insert the 2-pin mains connector directly into a 3-pin 13A mains outlet. Always use the adapter provided. Plug acts as a disconnect device.
AKRON 8462 3. Operation Elevation Controls WARNING Safely position patient before elevating couch. Position all electrical cables away from the moving parts. Position Hand/Foot switch where accidental operation is not possible. Electric Models Press é to raise couch. Press ê to lower couch. Handswitch Press é...
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AKRON 8462 3. Operation Wheel Locking WARNING Lock couch wheels/castors prior to patient transfer or treatment. The retractable castors are not designed for transportation of patients. Disconnect and coil electrical cord away from moving parts prior to repositioning couch. Castors Castors Unlocked Castors Locked Head &...
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AKRON 8462 3. Operation Foot Section CAUTION The foot section is able to move in two independent modes. It is recommended that Operators familiarise themselves with the functions of each mode, prior to using the couch with a patient. Flexion & Extension To adjust the foot section for flexion &...
AKRON 8462 4. Accessories – Operating Instructions Cyriax Horns Adjust Cyriax Horns to suit patient by :- Unlocking the locking knobs. Adjust position of horns. Tighten locking knobs. Hole & Horn To fit Horn into Hole :- Simply locate horn into hole. Ensure horn is fully inserted prior to use.
AKRON 8462 5. Cleaning and Decontamination WARNING Do not use Alkalis or other organic solvents for routine cleaning. Replace torn or damaged vinyl immediately. Always cover vinyl with fresh paper or sheet between patients. If contamination is known or suspected always decontaminate couch before use. Frequency of routine couch cleaning will depend on exact application.
AKRON 8462 7. Maintenance Check couch visually before use. Carry out routine servicing every six months or more frequently if in heavy use. Routine servicing or repair must only be performed by suitably qualified person. WARNING Before commencing any maintenance activity, disconnect the couch from the electrical supply.
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