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GCX VHM-P Manual

(non-locking) variable height arm with 8”/20.3cm or 14” 35.6cm extension for suspension/dual display front end
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3875 Cypress Drive Petaluma, CA 94954 • 800.228.2555 • +1.707.773.1100 • Fax 707.773.1180 • www.gcx.com
VHM-P (Non-Locking) Variable Height Arm with 8"/20.3cm or 14" 35.6cm Extension
VHM-P (non-locking)
Ensure that the weight of the Device and mounting hardware does not exceed the load rating of the
Arm. Check the bottom surface of the Arm for the "Load Range" label.
Counter Balance Load Ranges:
▪
25 - 45 lbs / 11.3 - 20.4 kg
Or
▪
15 - 30 lbs / 6.8 - 13.6 kg
Installation Time
Approximately 10-15 minutes
The purpose of this manual is to describe general installation, operation, and adjustment procedures for the VHM-P
Series Arm with Suspension/Dual Display Front End. This manual should be used in conjunction with any instrument-
specific installation guides. Please read this manual and all instrument-specific installation material before installing or
using this product.

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Parts Reference..........................................................................................................
1.0
Tools Required............................................................................................................
2.0
Product Warning / Safety Labels.....................................................................................
3.0
4.0
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Warnings.............................................................
Installing the Arm in Channel ..........................................................................................
5.0
Mounting the Device ............................................................................................................
6.0
Adjusting the Arm .......................................................................................................
7.0
Cable Management.......................................................................................................
8.0
Channel Cover Installation..............................................................................................
9.0
Routine Maintenance.....................................................................................................
10.0
Cleaning the Arm........................................................................................................
11.0
Troubleshooting the VHM-P Series Arm............................................................................
12.0
for Suspension/Dual Display
Front End
(Refer to qualified personnel)
DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 1 of 13
Dual Display Mount and Channel sold
separately - Shown for reference only
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Installation Time Approximately 10-15 minutes The purpose of this manual is to describe general installation, operation, and adjustment procedures for the VHM-P Series Arm with Suspension/Dual Display Front End. This manual should be used in conjunction with any instrument- specific installation guides. Please read this manual and all instrument-specific installation material before installing or using this product.

  • Page 2: Parts Reference

    5. Scissors, utility knife or similar cutting tool 3. 1/2” (13mm) / 3/4” (19mm) Combination Wrench 6. Wire Cutters (for cable ties) 7. 3/4" (19mm) Socket Wrench (for front end pivot tension) DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 2 of 13...

  • Page 3: Product Warning / Safety Labels

    Please consider carefully the Device being mounted and the proximity of the mounting assembly to other equipment, hospital personnel, and the patient. GCX recommends that the hospital’s risk management personnel verify that the application is appropriate prior to installation and use of this Arm.
  • Page 4 GCX technical support at 800.228.2555 or + 1 707.773.1100. • • Note that the VHM-P Arm has a wide range of motion both up/down and side to side. Please consider potential pinch points that may cause personal injury. •...

  • Page 5: Installing The Arm In Channel

    5.4 Using the 1/8'' hex wrench provided, tighten the (2) upper and the (2) lower set screws in Slide to secure position of Arm. Slide Set Screws (2 upper) Set Screws (2 lower) DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 5 of 13...

  • Page 6: Mounting The Device

    Counterbalance Adjustment Screw. Counterbalance is correctly adjusted when the mounted device can be moved up or down with minimal force and does not rise or fall after releasing the Arm. Counterbalance Adjustment Screw DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 6 of 13...
  • Page 7 7.4 Rear Pivot Tension Adjustment To adjust the rear pivot tension: 1. Tighten (+) or loosen (-) the Pivot Tension Screw with a Phillip’s screwdriver until desired tension is achieved. DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 7 of 13...

  • Page 8: Cable Management

    Each cable sleeve will hold three (3) small cables or one (1) large and one (1) small cable. Use of the cable sleeves is optional. DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 8 of 13...
  • Page 9 Clip excess length of the cable tie as flush as possible to avoid creation of a sharp edge. 1/2” (13mm) DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 9 of 13...
  • Page 10 Pivot the Cable Cover up towards the Arm – Figure C. Gently squeeze the front of the Cable Cover and insert tabs of the Cable Cover into the mating slots to secure the Cable Cover – Ensure the Cable Cover is engaged in the mating slots – Figure D. Figure C Figure D DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 10 of 13...
  • Page 11 After the Lower Pivot Cover has been installed, move the arm through its entire range of motion. Make sure device cables do not bind or restrict the movement of the arm, and are clear of potential pinch points that may damage the cables. DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 11 of 13...

  • Page 12: Channel Cover Installation

    Dry the arm thoroughly after cleaning. CAUTION: GCX makes no claims regarding the efficacy of the listed chemicals or processes as a means for controlling infection. Consult your hospital’s infection control officer or epidemiologist. To clean or sterilize mounted instruments or accessory equipment, refer to the specific instructions delivered with those products.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting The Vhm-P Series Arm

    Set Screws (4) in Slide are loose. Reposition Arm, tighten set screws in Channel. slide, and secure adjustable stop (section 5.2 and 5.4). Adjustable Stop is loose or Install or secure adjustable stop (section missing. 5.2). DU-WS-0012-49 Rev A 9/9/19 GCX Corp. Page 13 of 13...

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