Introduction; Safety - lopital Nemo Instructions For Use Manual

1. Introduction

1.1. Introduction
The Nemo tilting shower-toilet chair is a medical device for caring for and washing
clients in an ergonomically responsible manner . Comfort is the primary consideration
for both the client and the carer .
The Nemo can also be used as a toilet chair, in combination with a bedpan / bucket .
The Nemo comprises a base frame and chair component . The chair component provides
the same comfort as a regular chair and offers the same degree of support . Compared
to the undercarriage, the seat element can be tilted with support of a gas spring . The
Nemo is thus a multifunctional device . The seat element of the Nemo can be titled up
to 30 degrees backwards . These functions are essential performances of the chair .
The average technical life of the Nemo is 10 years, assuming it is cleaned daily and
regularly maintained according to the maintenance schedule supplied (See chapter 4.
Cleaning and maintenance) .
The Nemo is a class 1 product with CE-marking. This marking corresponds with directive
93/42/EC and the revised directive 2007/47/EC for medical devices of 21 March 2010.

1.2. Safety

A failure to comply with the following safety points and the further definitions in
these instructions for use could lead to hazardous situations. Please read carefully
before use.
Use
• Make sure that the Nemo brake is applied before transferring clients .
• Notify the client before moving the Nemo .
• Close the armrests with front closure before moving the Nemo upwards or tilting it .
• Make sure that the client always places his / her arms on the appropriate armrest in
order to avoid anything becoming jammed .
• Keep the armrests or front closure down / closed when moving the Nemo .
• Be aware of obstacles when tilting .
• Only drive and manoeuver the Nemo in a non-tilted position .
• When moving the Nemo, do not tilt .
• Always try to move backwards over obstacles (rather than forwards) .
• It is not permitted to charge the Nemo with more than 150 kg / 330 lbs .
• The Nemo may not be used to transport loads other than people .
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