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Arjo Opera Operating And Product Care Instructions

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Opera
Operating and Product Care
Instructions
KPX 01700.GB
KKX 52180.GB/2
Issue 1
Aug 2000
Jan. 2001

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  • Page 1 Opera Operating and Product Care Instructions KPX 01700.GB KKX 52180.GB/2 Issue 1 Aug 2000 Jan. 2001...
  • Page 2 The vertical and horizontal lines printed in the margins adjacent to the text/illustrations in these instructions are for ARJO use only and should be disregarded by the reader. Some of the information contained in these instructions may become outdated, due to improvements made to the product in the future.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Patient Scale (if fitted)....... 28 Lifter Battery charging ......29-30 Warnings for charging ....... 29 General safety Practices for Batteries ..29 Care of your Opera ........31-33 Sling Care and Cleaning......31 Lifter Care and Cleaning ......31 Periodic Testing......... 32 Service Advice ..........

  • Page 4: Foreword

    Foreword Thank you for purchasing ARJO equipment Your Opera is part of a series of quality products designed especially for hospitals, nursing homes and other health care uses. We are dedicated to serving your needs and providing the best products available along with training that will bring your staff maximum benefit from every ARJO product.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    1, and other illustrations, then please read this beyond the approved lifting capacity of manual thoroughly in its entirety before using your the lowest rated attachment/accessory. Opera. Information in the manual is crucial to the The Opera may be used on gentle slopes proper operation maintenance with caution.

  • Page 6: Product Description/Function

    Product Description/Function Parts referred to in this manual Fig. 1...
  • Page 7 Product Description/Function Fig. 1 Key Mast Adjustable chassis legs Braked castors Lifter manoeuvring handle Mast top cover 4 Point spreader bar 2 Point spreader bar (if supplied) Patient positioning handle 10. Lifter battery pack 11. Battery release button 12. Patient scale (if fitted) 13.

  • Page 8: Slings

    ARJO slings and fabric stretchers available. If ARJO Flites (disposable slings) are to be used with the Opera, then always refer to the separate operating instructions for ARJO Flites, (literature reference part No. MAX01720), as well as these instructions before using.
  • Page 9 Product Description/Function ARJO standard sling profiles that can be used with the opera Loop sling Soft stretcher Four point toiletting Loop sling (with headrest) Four point amputee sling sling (With headrest) Four point unpadded Four point padded sling Four point mesh sling sling Fig.

  • Page 10: Control Handset

    Dual Control Panel:- (see fig 4) An additional feature fitted to the Opera, is a mast mounted dual System cut out switch switch panel which operates in parallel with the...

  • Page 11: System Failure Lower Override

    If the system failure lower override switch or wind down facility has to be operated the lifter must then be withdrawn from use immediately and the ARJO Service Department or their appointed distributor Fig. 6 contacted.

  • Page 12: Automatic Cutout

    Jib and spreader bars/stretcher frame:- the chassis legs can be opened to any variable (see fig 1) If your Opera has not been supplied with width. When pressure is released from the button, a ‘dedicated’ or permanently attached, powered movement will stop and the chassis legs will patient positioning 4 point spreader bar (P.P.P.)

  • Page 13: Using Your Opera

    Opera situated at the rear of the mast (see Fig. 1) by firstly, locating the recess across the bottom of the battery...

  • Page 14: To Lift From A Chair

    Fig. 13 For larger attachments or if in any doubt Ensure that the Opera is close enough to be able to about being able to lift and hold the attach the shoulder clips of the sling to the spreader attachment securely use more than one bar.

  • Page 15: To Lift From A Bed

    (See fig. 17). This gives confidence and dignity and which will prevent any further downwards also improves the Opera mobility. movement. Do not continue to press the handset lowering button. •...
  • Page 16 Position the Opera so that the spreader bar is just above, and centrally situated over the patient. Warning: Care must be taken not to lower the spreader bar onto the patient.

  • Page 17: To Lift From The Floor

    Move the Opera away before removing the sling from under the patient. If transferring the patient to a chair refer to the section “To Lift from a Chair”. Fig. 22 When lifting from the bed, some attendants prefer To Raise from the Floor to connect the leg pieces first.

  • Page 18: At The Toilet

    The patient may be positioned in a chair, or placed onto a bed. If the patient is prone to extensor spasm, he/she may be lifted by the Opera, but special attention should be paid to supporting the legs during the early part of the lift.

  • Page 19: Powered Patient Positioning Spreader Bar (If Fitted)

    Fig. 28 Warning: Always use the toilet sling with caution, encourage the patient to The ARJO toilet sling has been specially designed hold tightly to the sling to avoid sliding to help support patients whilst toiletting. out. Do not use the toilet sling for lifting and transportation apart from toilet visits.
  • Page 20 The (P.P.P.) is fully waterproof and is classified by operates. ARJO as a wet environment unit and has a blue and white circular label to qualify this, attached. (See Powered movement will continue in the direction “Labels”...

  • Page 21: Using The 2 Point Spreader Bar

    The slings to be used with the 2 point spreader bar fuse will reset quickly once powered movement has are the ARJO loop slings (see fig. 2). They are ceased, the obstruction or lifter should be moved to available in four sizes (small, medium, large and avoid this re-occurring.

  • Page 22: To Lift From A Bed

    Using your Opera METHOD 3 METHOD 1 Fig. 36 Fig. 34 Once the sling has been positioned and attached Method 2 - As method 1 above, but pass each tail securely to the spreader bar then lifting can be portion of the sling under both thighs, and then out carried out using the control handset.

  • Page 23: Using The Soft Stretcher

    Warning: Apply the castor brakes when leaving the patient unattended or to keep the Opera in position on a sloping surface. When the patient has been returned to the bed he/ she may be reclined before the sling is detached.
  • Page 24 ARJO Opera. patient at approximately normal bed height to ensure stability of the unit and The stretcher frame is classified by ARJO as a wet without losing patient/attendant contact. environment unit, and has a blue and white circular When lowering the jib ensure that the label to qualify this, attached, (See “Labels”...

  • Page 25: Using The Strap Stretcher

    Using your Opera Using the Strap Stretcher Suspension Head End point label (Straps closer together) Side Section End tube (Right hand) Side Section End tube (Left hand) Cross Straps Suspension straps Clasp Strap Guide Strap Locking Clamp Side Section Orientation Label Approx.
  • Page 26 Using your Opera • Note: If desired the straps may be passed under the pillow thereby leaving it under the patient’s head for added comfort (see fig 47). Strap End of cross strap to be guide pushed under patient Fig. 44...
  • Page 27 Using your Opera Once connected, operate the Lifter to lift the patient clear of the bed, then either, rotate the stretcher frame until the patient’s feet are in proximity to the mast. In this position, the complete unit may be transported through wide doorways.

  • Page 28: Patient Scale (If Fitted)

    Using your Opera Strap and scoop stretcher connection hook positions label - hook positions for strap and scoop stretcher attachment straps Fig. 50 • Note: Individual patient support straps can be slackened and removed if access is required to any part of the patient needing attention.

  • Page 29: Lifter Battery Charging

    For more details of caring for your lifter battery non-rechargable batteries. refer to the ‘Battery Care’ literature, ARJO Part No. Do not attempt to open or tamper with the KDX01660.GB. charger unit in any way, for any repair the charger must be sent to the manufacturer •...

  • Page 30: Lifter Battery Charging

    Lifter Battery Charging To ensure the Opera is always ready for use, it is recommended that a freshly charged battery pack is • Note: The cable that connects the always available. This is achieved by having main electricity supply to the charger is additional battery packs available and keeping one supplied as a detachable item.

  • Page 31: Care Of Your Opera

    Also refer to sling using warm water to which a disinfectant/ instruction sheet MAX.01510.INT. cleaner has been added e.g. “ARJO CLEAN” disinfectant/cleaner With regard to laundering, slings should equivalent...

  • Page 32: Periodic Testing

    Check that all external fittings are secure correct functioning Opera, and that all screws and nuts are tight. withdraw it from use and contact ARJO Ensure that all instruction labels are Service Department. firmly attached and in good readable condition.

  • Page 33: Care Of Your Opera

    ARJO Service UK Parts list and circuit diagrams are available from ARJO or their approved distributors on request. Warning: Spare parts, if required are available from ARJO or their approved distributors.

  • Page 34: Labels

    System failure lower override control identification Sling size guide 10. Safe working load of individual component 11. Battery instruction/recycling information 12. Safe working load of lifter 13. Stretcher attachment point (4 point attachment stretchers only) 14. ARJO wet environment product identification Fig. 52...

  • Page 35: Technical Specification

    (81.3) Opera (mast with ‘Lock and Load’ scale jib) - less battery ....40.1 (88.4) Opera (mast with P.P.P. jib with 4 point spreader bar) - less battery ..46.4 (102.3) Opera (mast with P.P.P. scale jib with 4 point spreader bar) - less battery ..............49.6 (109.3)
  • Page 36 Technical Specification The Opera should not be loaded with a weight in excess of the lowest rated attachment fitted (see table below for lifter and attachments maximum lifting capacities). MAXIMUM CAPACITIES OF OPERA All slings 200kg (440lbs) Lifter + ‘Lock and Load’ jib + 4 point spreader bar...

  • Page 37: Lifter Dimensions

    Technical Specification...
  • Page 38 Notes...
  • Page 39 Notes...
  • Page 40 E-Mail : info@arjo.de Tel. 2305 1127 www.arjo.com Fax. 2305 1199 www.Arjo.com If your country is not listed here, please contact your local distributor, or ARJO Ö International AB, Box 61, S-241 21 ESL V, SWEDEN. FM 21964 Tel +46 413 64500. Fax + 46 413 555586.

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