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  • Page 1 EVALO  User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction 2. Clinical Applications 3. General Layout 4. Operation 5. Cleaning 6. Maintenance/ Troubleshooting 7. Accessories 8. Warranty & Service 9. Dimensions and Data 10. Transportation and Storage 11. Risk Assessment 12. Parts List...
  • Page 3 Warnings, Cautions and Notes This user guide is designed to enable the reader to competently and responsibly operate ® EVALO Bed. EVALO ® Bed. This manual must be read in its entirety prior to operating the This manual must be kept in an easily assessable area for future reference. All warnings, cautions and notes must be strictly adhered to.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction ® EVALO is an ultra low height (Floorline) electric adjustable bed suitable mainly for aged care use where there is a risk of falling out of bed, however, owing to its versatile design, it is also suitable in acute care environments where the Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg position is required and can be used to simulate a recliner position as well.
  • Page 5: Clinical Applications

    2. Clinical Applications Area of use Private, nursing and convalescent homes. Indications The use of the bed is to assist in patient positioning whilst reducing lifting and handing stresses for the carer. The four section deck allows the patient to be moved to an upright sitting position with the knees supported or legs elevated Contra-indications...
  • Page 6: General Layout

    3. General layout Fig. 1 Backrest Frame Hip Frame Thigh Frame Calf Frame Head / Foot Panels Castors Mattress Platform Extension Control Handset EVALO Rev 15-04-2021...
  • Page 7: Operation

    4. Operation Pre- Operation Check Move the bed into the position where it is going to be in operation. Allow for a 50mm to 75mm gap between bed head end and the wall. Connect the mains plug to the 240V supply.
  • Page 8 WARNING Always ensure that all hospital lines and power cables are free from possible entanglement with mechanical parts of the bed. Always ensure that attendant and patient limbs are free from potential entrapment areas before operating any functions.  Do not expose the equipment, especially the mattress, to naked flames such as cigarettes etc.
  • Page 9 The bed height, backrest angle, Trendelenberg tilt angle and leg elevation functions are all electrically operated using control handset. To operate a function, press and hold the appropriate pushbutton until the desired position is achieved. To stop at the required position release the button.
  • Page 10 UNDER BED LIGHT (night light) if fitted To turn ON simultaneously press the top two buttons. To turn OFF repeat the above. Each time the electricity supply is disconnected the Function Lock engages by default rendering all functions inactive. To re-enable the functions, swipe the magnetic key past the lock icon on the handset (Fig 3) and the indicator light will reflect the status.
  • Page 11 Acute Care Bed model Emergency Release Backrest. (CPR Function) This bed is fitted with an emergency release lever so that the backrest may be quickly lowered to the horizontal position in the event of a requirement to perform CPR. The bed is fitted with a gas strut to cushion the descent.
  • Page 12: Cleaning

    5. Cleaning WARNING Disconnect the bed from the mains power supply before cleaning. Gloves and protective clothing should always be worn when carrying out cleaning procedures. These instructions also apply to accessories but not to mattresses. Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with hot water and mild detergent (or the hospital’s recommended cleaning solution).
  • Page 13: Maintenance/ Troubleshooting

    6. Maintenance / Troubleshooting The following preventive maintenance procedures should be carried out at intervals of 6 and 12 months. All service or repair activities must only be performed by properly qualified and trained persons who are approved by ArjoHuntleigh. Disposal of product and components should be compliant with local regulations.
  • Page 14 HANDSET Checks Between each patient, ArjoHuntleigh strongly advises that the Handset is visually inspected for obvious damage before each use if practicable and that Preventative Maintenance checks are conducted on the handset. When using a specific function staff should be aware of, and checking for, any of the symptoms listed in point 3 below. Preventative Maintenance Checks ArjoHuntleigh recommends that the full check and testing regime is conducted between each bed use or worst case during annual Preventative maintenance.
  • Page 15 Squashed or flattened cables may indicate a possible break in the internal conductors or insulation causing conductors to short together which could cause unwanted movement of the bed. Any handsets are found with obvious damage to the cable insulation, immediately report the damage to maintenance staff or replace the Handset. 3.
  • Page 16: Accessories

    7. Accessories A full range of accessories, including mattresses, are available from ArjoHuntleigh. Details are available on request. Evalo  The following list of available accessories may be used on the bed range: DESCRIPTION PRODUCT CODE USER MANUAL SAFE WORKING REFERENCE LOAD (NOT TO BE EXCEEDED)
  • Page 17: Warranty & Service

    8. Warranty and Service ArjoHuntleigh’s standard terms and conditions apply to all sales. A copy is available on request. These contain full details of warranty terms and do not limit the statutory rights of the consumer. For service, maintenance and any questions regarding this, or any other ArjoHuntleigh product, please contact: ArjoHuntleigh 78 Forsyth Street,...
  • Page 18: Dimensions And Data

    9. Dimensions and Data Dimensions Overall length 210 cm Overall length extended 228 cm In-bed length 200 cm In-bed length extended 218 cm Overall width 90 cm Overall width - King Single 103 cm Height to mattress platform 16.4cm to 69.5cm Trendelenburg tilt 0 to 16°...
  • Page 19 Electrical Data (230V) Power in 100-240V~50/60Hz. 3,15A max. Power out 29V DC constant Duty rating Intermittent 10%, Max. 2min. / 18 min. Electrical Safety Standard EN 60601-1 / EN60635 / norm UL, cUL Class 2 Electric shock protection Liquid ingress protection IPX6 SYMBOLS Refer to User Manual...
  • Page 20: Transportation And Storage

    10. Transportation and Storage Handle with care. Do not drop. Avoid shock or violent impact. The equipment should be stored in a clean, dry and well ventilated area. The following limits apply during transport and for a storage period of up to 15 weeks: Ambient temperature -25°C to +70°C Relative humidity 10% to 75%...
  • Page 21: Risk Assessment

    11. Risk Assessment HOSPITAL BED HAZARD & RISK ASSESSMENT Hazard? Level of Hazard Suggested Actions To Minimise Risk Risk Yes / No The bed is designed in accordance with IEC60601-2-52 which Mechanical should prevent injuries during normal use. However, to prevent Entanglement, accidents when a person may be under the bed or may have a limb crushing, cutting,...
  • Page 22: Parts List

    12. Parts List Supplier’s Part No Electrical Components (Standard model) Main lift Actuator ………………………………….……..........EVEL-MLACT Backrest Actuator .....................EVEL-B-ACT Knee break Actuator……………………………………………………....…… EVEL-KLACT Control Box …………………………………............… EVEL-CB-04 Control Box Mounting Plate..................EVEL-CBMNT Control Box (Battery backup)……………………...........……… EVEL-CB-BB Mains Cable – Grey Spiral non Earth………………………………….……………….. EVEL-M-CAB Battery Backup………………………………………………………………….….……...
  • Page 23 Panels & Covers Laminate Head Panel ......................001916 Laminate Foot Panel ......................001917 King Single King Single Width Extension Frame ...................008375 Manufactured by Mac’s Metalcraft Pty Ltd 2/40 Stephen Rd, Dandenong Sth Victoria 3175 Australia EVALO Rev 15-04-2021...
  • Page 24 TEL: +61 (0) 8 9337 4111 FAX: +61 (0) 8 9337 9077 Free Call: 1800 072 040 Website: www.arjohuntleigh.com PERTH – ADELAIDE – MELBOURNE – SYDNEY – BRISBANE As our policy is one of continuous development ArjoHuntleigh reserves the right to change specifications without notice. ArjoHuntleigh (ABN 75 007 200 900) Member of the Getinge Group...

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