Contents Page Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1. Warnings and Cautions 1.2. Intended Use and Contraindications . 1.3. Equipment Classification 1.4. Serial Number Label 1.5. Putting Trolley into Service 1.6. Abridged Summary of Warnings and Cautions Product Specifications 2. Product Specifications Product Functions 3.
Introduction Introduction These instructions are intended to assist you with the operation of the QA4™ Powered Mobile Surgery System. It is important that these instructions are read thoroughly before using the equipment. It is also important to check the trolley before use to ensure there is no loss or change in performance;...
Failure to charge the battery once the low battery alarm has sounded could result in a permanent loss of maximum charge capacity. Only batteries supplied and approved by Anetic Aid should be used. The battery unit should not be opened.
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Incompatible mattresses can create hazards; only replace the mattress with a new mattress supplied by Anetic Aid, or your authorised dealer, to ensure compatibility in accordance with BS EN 60601-2-52:2010.
Product Specifications Product Specifications Key to Fig. 1: Trolley Dimensions and Weight: Minimum trolley height 605mm (24.0”) Maximum trolley height 1005mm (39.5”) NOTE: Height is measured from the floor to the patient platform and does not include the mattress. Trolley length 2100mm (82.7”) Trolley width to the outside of the side bar 655mm (25.8”)
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50kPa to 106kPa Environmental Regulatory Information; WEEE, waste batteries, etc. For the latest information about Anetic Aid’s environmental policy, WEEE policy, and the safe disposal of this product, please refer to our website. NOTE: All dimensions quoted are subject to the following tolerances; angles ±5°, lengths and widths ±25mm (±1”), depths ±10mm (±0.4”).
Product Functions Introduction to Powered Functions This section of the document gives a description of product functions that are electromechanical powered, either from the trolleys internal battery supply, or when the trolley is connected to the mains power supply (using the power lead supplied). These functions are operated and controlled from the handset (item 1, fig.
Product Functions CAUTION: The handset is in constant use, so it is particularly vulnerable to wear and tear or damage. Before use it is important to inspect the handset to ensure there is no damage to the cable or the buttons. WARNING: In the event of handset damage the handset should be replaced immediately or the trolley removed from service.
Product Functions 10. Using the Patient Platform Traverse The patient platform is designed to traverse longitudinally, towards both the head end and the foot end. The traverse function enables full ‘C’ arm coverage, and improved surgical access from both the head end and foot end. Firstly, select the function using the rocker switch;...
Product Functions 11. Using the Trendelenburg Function The patient platform can be longitudinally tilted to provide a Trendelenburg (head down) or reverse Trendelenburg (leg down) position by using one of the two down buttons on the handset. The head down Trendelenburg button is in-filled in red to indicate that this button is used for emergency positioning.
Product Functions WARNING: Ensure that the leg section is fully engaged and securely locked in position. WARNING: Ensure that any persons responsible for removing the leg section adopt good posture and stance, in accordance with the relevant ‘Moving and Handling’ policies, to prevent injury to the user. 17.
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Product Functions see fig. 15. The release handle is now re-engaged enabling the backrest to be operated from the handset. WARNING: Ensure that the handle is properly re-engaged. Failure to do so will result in the backrest not functioning correctly and possibly disengaging unexpectedly.
Product Functions 19. Using the Transfusion Pole The trolley is fitted with a loose transfusion pole (item 13, fig. 2) that can be fitted at any point along the side bar and secured using the locking lever. To adjust the height of the transfusion pole, as illustrated in fig. 16. Grasp the locking mechanism (A) and using your thumb, lift the mechanism to release the lock and move the pole up or down to the required height (B);...
The battery will need to be on charge for approximately 72 hours to fully recover. CAUTION: Only batteries supplied and approved by Anetic Aid should be used. The battery unit should not be opened. Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
WARNING: Incompatible mattresses can create hazards; only replace the mattress with a new mattress supplied by Anetic Aid, or your authorised dealer, to ensure compatibility in accordance with BS EN 60601-2-52:2010. CAUTION: Ensure that the mattress is correctly orientated on the patient platform with the touch fastener of the mattress aligning with the touch fastener on the patient platform.
Anetic Aid or their approved distributor. Anetic Aid will repair or replace, at their discretion, any components found to be defective or at variance with the manufacturer’s specification within this time at...
25. Product Maintenance The life expectancy of a QA4 Surgery Trolley is 10 years from date of introduction to clinical use, dependant on the level of care and maintenance. The performance of this device may reduce once the life expectancy has been reached and exceeded.
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General Product Information Handset membrane. Depress the steering pedal to engage and disengage the 5 wheel steering function. Select the Lateral Tilt or Patient Platform Traverse Function. Pull up on the head section tilt actuation lever to articulate the head section. Indicates that the leg section is removable.
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General Product Information Unlocking the emergency backrest handle allows the user to lower the backrest in the event of an emergency. Incompatible mattress can create a hazard. Electrical Information label; 230VAC input. Electrical Information label; 100VAC input. Mattress batch label. Labels to indicate that the manufacturer recommends the siderails be positioned on the mid-section side bar.
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General Product Information Branding label. The screen printed Anetic Aid brand logo with multiple information symbols; ‘K8 Pressure Care’ technology, CE marked, refer to the instructions for use, mattress is x-ray translucent, latex free, and compliant to Fire Crib Test 5 BS7177.
QA4 Powered Build Option - Backrest Board Pushing Handles Removed 22312-EU QA4 Build Option - Side Rail - Single Piece - for EU Side bar - PAIR 22312-US QA4 Build Option - Side Rail - Single Piece - for US Side bar - PAIR...
21360H QA4 Mattress - for Standard Head Section - K8 Pressure Care 21360B QA4 Mattress - for Upper & Lower Torso Section - K8 Pressure Care 21360L QA4 Mattress - for Leg Sections - K8 Pressure Care 28. Using the Articulating Leg Section To articulate the leg section, pull up on the leg frame lever and push down on the board.
Product Accessories 30. Using the Urology, Retrograde Pyelography, Gynaecology Extension The purpose of the accessory is to increase patient c-arm access by enabling the patient to be positioned further down the trolley, towards the foot end, and away from the central column area;...
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