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BEKA Hospitec GmbH User Manual NORA Alu Version V 2.10 E Subject to technical modifications 2018.04.18...
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Table of contents Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 2 of 56...
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Our collaborators will be glad to help you. BEKA Hospitec GmbH is certified according to DIN EN ISO 13485 by TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH. Therefore, the development, manufacturing, quality assurance and service of...
Unpacking and Assembling ....................9 Required Tools ........................9 Removing the Cardboard ....................... 9 Releasing the NORA Alu from the Pallet ................10 Installation .......................... 10 Electrical Connection of the NORA Alu ................11 Start-up and Operation (electrical motor/battery unit) ............11 Operating the NORA Alu ....................
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15.2 Versions of the NORA NORA Alu..................41 15.3 Dimensions of the NORA Alu ....................42 15.4 Declaration of Conformity ..................... 43 15.5 Accessories of the NORA Alu NORA Alu ................44 15.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility ....................46 Mounting instructions ......................50 16.1 Replacement of the rear Castors..................
In case of technical interventions, such as extensions and fittings to our devices, which are not carried out by BEKA Hospitec either by specialist companies authorized by BEKA Hospitec, all warranty rights on the modifications as well as on the device or on the device functions, which are related to the modification, shall expire.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 2. Designations In this operating manual, the name for the stand-up and raising aid “NORA Alu” is “NORA Alu”. 2.1 Symbols and pictograms used in this manual Please observe the accompanying documents/operating manual. Warning Hazardous Area. Applied part “Type B” to DIN EN 60601-1.
Note: Do not cut in the cardboard, as this could damage the surface of the NORA Alu! Lift the cardboard up to remove it and put it aside. Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 9 of 56...
After removal of all fixations and disengagement of the parking brakes of the castors, you can ride the NORA Alu from the pallet. Remove the foil bag Please take care not to damage the surface of the NORA Alu with the tools. The accessories for your NORA Alu are included in the supplied cardboard box.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH Electrical Connection of the NORA Alu The NORA Alu is equipped with a 24V-battery system. A power connection, which is compliant to the VDE regulations, is required for the charger cable as well as the wall charging unit. In operation, the NORA Alu is mains-independent.
Fields of application The NORA Alu has been designed for raising and transferring patients and residents. The patient is raised from a sitting position. The NORA Alu is to be used exclusively for the indoor transport of residents on level floorings.
In case of unusual noises, damages or malfunctions, the NORA Alu no longer must be used. The product may only be used and operated by trained staff. Check prior to each use that all visible parts are intact. The NORA Alu must not be used if any parts are damaged.
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BEKA Hospitec GmbH Keep the transport of the patient as short as possible Do not push/pull the motor to operate the NORA Alu and do not expose the NORA Alu to lateral forces in any way whatsoever Never leave the patient standing in the NORA Alu without supervision ...
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BEKA Hospitec GmbH, will lead to the expiration of all guarantee, warranty and liability claims. Safety checks The NORA Alu is subject to a 12-month “safety check” (SC). The intervals are fixed in section In order to preserve the value of the device, we recommend an annual maintenance of the NORA Alu.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 7. Operating Elements of NORA Alu description description Height adjustment of the knee pads Sling bow Rear castors Handles Parking brake Sling attachment points Emergency lowering system Knee pads Control unit with battery Safety belt for the legs...
Red LED: battery requires charging (less than 25%) When you push a button, an audible signal will be emitted. Service indication (orange LED flashes). Please have your NORA Alu checked! Orange LED, overload, max. weight of 200/187 kg exceeded Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E...
7.3 Connections and Functions of the Control Unit 7.3.1 European Control Unit description description Emergency stop switch Handset connection Electrical emergency lowering system in Lifting motor connection case of failure of the handset Spreading motor connection Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 18 of 56...
Yellow LED The LED is on when the battery is charging. Note: The battery can only be charged if the emergency stop switch is not actuated! Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 19 of 56...
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 24V-Battery Unit The NORA Alu is equipped with a 24V-battery. Please proceed as described in section 16.5 to remove the battery. External Charging Unit/Wall Charging Unit The external charging unit (wall charging unit) is a switch-mode charger and is supplied ready assembled (on a mounting rail).
This also applies to care-dependent persons with limited or reduced shoulder mobility or for patients who are unable to hold themselves with one or both hands. To use the NORA Alu, the patient or resident must have the ability to stand on their own. 8.2 During Use Check that the sling attachment points at the NORA Alu match the sling clips.
Always check that the clips or the slings are secured and located in the right position before your start lifting your patient! 8.3 After Use For the washing, the slings are classified as accessory of the NORA Alu and therefore as medical device. The slings may be cleaned and disinfected in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 9. Handset The different functions of the NORA Alu can be realized by means of the handset. The sling bow can be raised or lowered and the carrier frame can be spread or closed. When the maximum weight is reached, a LED (MAX) is on and the control unit is switched off.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 10. Operating the NORA Alu The sling bow of the NORA Alu is raised or lowered by means of the handset, which is included in the delivery. The directions of motion are indicated by symbols on the handset.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 10.1 Sling bow The sling bow of the NORA Alu has four sling attachment points to enable shorter patients to stand safely and comfortably as well. The sling bow of the NORA Alu has two sling attachment points.
(individually adjustable) are equipped with quick-release fasteners (cf. the safety belt in motor vehicles, PRESS to open). When lifting the patient, the leg safety belts must be closed. Imag e 13 Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 26 of 56...
3. Spread the legs of the carrier frame and lower the bow completely. 4. Position the NORA Alu in front of the patient and adjust it so that the patient’s legs are in knee pads and form a right angle with the thighs. The patient’s feet must be located in the middle of the footplate.
3. Spread the legs of the carrier frame and lower the bow completely. 4. Position the NORA Alu in front of the patient and adjust it so that the patient’s legs are in knee pads and form a right angle with the thighs. The patient’s feet must be located in the middle of the footplate.
Insert a ballpoint or a similar object into the holes to actuate the buttons. The sling bow is raised or lowered. Note: The buttons of the Canadian version of the control unit can be activated manually. Buttons of the control unit (Canadian version) Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 30 of 56...
The emergency stop switch can also be used to reduce discharging of the battery in case of intermediate storage. By pressing the emergency stop switch, you can lock the NORA Alu, thus making any unauthorized use of the NORA Alu more difficult.
(freewheeling). This feature avoids jamming, pinching and/or crushing dangers when the sling bow of the NORA Alu strikes or encounters an obstacle. The motor runs free until the obstacle is removed or the NORA Alu is removed from the obstacle.
The NORA Alu can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a normal cleaning agent for plastics. For the disinfection of the surface, an isopropyl alcohol solution or a customary disinfection aerosol (spray) can be used.
12.2 Disposal of the Product At the end of the product’s service life, contact your BEKA dealer, who will recycle the NORA Alu in accordance with the locally applicable regulations and laws. For an environmentally-sound disposal, the company BEKA Hospitec GmbH will provide more information in its capacity of manufacturer.
BEKA Hospitec GmbH 13. Prescribed Inspections & Checks In order to ensure a safe use of the NORA Alu and the protection of the users and the patients/residents, BEKA Hospitec prescribes an annual safety check. We recommend a simultaneous maintenance of the device in order to conserve its full value.
The battery and the control box must not be opened by the customer. Repairs may be carried out only either by BEKA Hospitec or by companies authorized to this effect by BEKA Hospitec. Recharge a discharged battery as soon as possible. This increases the lifetime of the battery.
Check if the emergency stop switch is released or pressed. b) Check the battery’s charging state. c) Use the electrical emergency lowering feature (see 10.6) to lower The NORA Alu remains in the top the patient/resident. end position. d) Use the mechanical emergency lowering feature (see 10.5) to lower the patient/resident.
(red) is on. 14.2 After-sales Service When your NORA Alu does not function properly and you cannot eliminate the error by means of the remedies listed in paragraph 14.1, please contact the after-sales service of your dealer either the manufacturer.
- Temperature range (stand-up and raising aid): -40° C to 70° C - Temperature range (battery): -15° C to 40° C - Relative humidity: 10% to 80%, non-condensing 500 – 1100 hPA - Atmospheric pressure: Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 39 of 56...
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- max. Power consumption: 10 Watt - Fuse: T1,25/250V Manufacturer: BEKA Hospitec GmbH Am Rübenmorgen 3 35582 Wetzlar Phone: +49(0)641-9 22 20 - 0 Fax: +49(0)641-9 22 20 - 20 info@beka-hospitec.de www.beka-hospitec.de Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 40 of 56...
Canada / USA (incl. 2 x batteries, wall charger and dual controls) Please note: the slings are not included in the delivery of the basic version of our NORA Alu! Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 41 of 56...
55 – 85 kg Yellow additional padded chest 75 – 125 kg strap. Sling attachment Blue point with clip 120 – 160 kg Blue Washable to 60°C Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 44 of 56...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity (Table 201) The NORA Alu has been designed for use in the hereafter listed ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENTS. The customer or the user of the NORA Alu must ensure that the appliance is used in such environment. Emission measurements...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity (Table 202) The NORA Alu has been designed for use in the hereafter listed ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENTS. The customer or the user of the NORA Alu must ensure that the appliance is used in such environment. Immunity...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity (Table 204) The NORA Alu has been designed for use in the hereafter listed electromagnetic environments. The customer or the user of the NORA Alu must ensure that the appliance is used in such environment. Immunity...
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Recommended distance between portable and mobile communications equipment and the NORA Alu. (Table 206) The NORA Alu is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment with controlled HF interferences. The customer or the user of the NORA Alu can avoid electromagnetic interference by respecting and observing the minimum distance between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices (transmitters) and the NORA Alu depending on the rated output of the communication device as given below.
Caution: the thread lock fluid must dry at least 3 hours before the device can be loaded. Should you use thread lock fluid from another manufacturer, the drying times specified by this manufacturer must be observed! Re-assemble in reversed order! Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 50 of 56...
Caution: the thread lock fluid must dry at least 3 hours before the device can be loaded. Should you use thread lock fluid from another manufacturer, the drying times specified by this manufacturer must be observed! Re-assemble in reversed order! Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 51 of 56...
Image 8: Now you can remove Then remove the two the two nuts as well screws and the as the washers. washers. Image 9: Remove the handle. Re-assemble in reversed order! Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 52 of 56...
Image 4: The image shows the Image 3: removed battery. You can lift the When replacing the battery up to remove battery, please check that the release lever engages audibly. Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 53 of 56...
Remove the control screw of the mounting box. bracket with the screwdriver (connection width 25) Image 9: Now you can remove the mounting bracket and the holder plate. Re-assemble in reversed order! Operating manual NORA Alu V2.10 E Page 54 of 56...
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