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- Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Lifeguard LG20 & LG50 746-158-EN_10 • 11/2019...
- Page 2 Mandatory to read the Instructions for Use. Design Policy and Copyright ® and ™ are trademarks belonging to the Arjo group of companies. © Arjo 2019. As our policy is one of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to modify designs without prior notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Content Warning and Cautions ........................4 Introduction ............................5 Intended Use ..........................6 Operation ............................7 Accessories ..........................14 Decontamination..........................16 Care and Preventive Maintenance ....................17 Warranty and Service ........................19 Dimensions and Data ........................20... -
Page 4: Warning And Cautions
Warning and Cautions General Warnings WARNING WARNING Means: Safety warning. Failure to understand and The age, size and condition of the patient obey this warning may result in injury to you or to should be assessed by a competent others. the Lifeguard trolley, giving particular consideration to appropriate use of the CAUTION... -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Fig. 1 This manual gives instructions for the use and maintenance of the Lifeguard® patient trolleys, model numbers LG20 (See Fig. 1) and LG50 (See Fig. 2). All Lifeguard trolley models have a radio translucent mattress platform. A full-length X-ray cassette tray can be supplied as an option. -
Page 6: Intended Use
Intended Use The Lifeguard trolley range is intended for use in hospitals to provide a mattress support surface and to transport patients. The Lifeguard trolleys may be used for general and emergency admissions, examination, diagnostic X-ray and initial treatment. They are also appropriate for patient transfer between departments, wards and theatre. -
Page 7: Operation
Operation Safety For the safety of operator, patient and equipment: • Always use a mattress of the correct size and type for the Lifeguard trolley. • Do not expose the equipment, especially the • Before operating the Lifeguard trolley, make sure that the patient is positioned correctly to avoid entrapment and imbalance. - Page 8 Easytrack® 5th Wheel Steering System (Optional) When the pedals are in the STEER position, the central 5th wheel is prevented from swivelling; the Lifeguard trolley will keep on a straight course in any direction and can be steered by pivoting about the 5th wheel.
- Page 9 Height and Tilt Adjustment Model LG20 Fig. 9 Tilt Adjustment (See Fig. 9) The angle of head down tilt is adjustable by raising the lever located just underneath the head end of the mattress platform. (3 Steps) 1. Take the weight of the mattress platform and raise the lever.
- Page 10 Backrest NOTE Fig. 11 lower the backrest will vary depending on patient weight and mobility. With a very heavy patient, the backrest may fall quickly if it is not supported when released. Adjust the backrest (2 Steps) (See Fig. 11) and lift the backrest assisted by the gas spring or push it down against the action of the gas spring.
- Page 11 Fig. 14 Oxygen Therapy Equipment WARNING Ensure that the oxygen line does not become entangled or trapped which could cause damage to the line or loss of supply. Ensure that when the Lifeguard trolley is operated it does not collide with the installed equipment, especially at low height.
- Page 12 Fig. 18 IV Drip Rod MB-ACC32 Install the IV pole in one of the four tubular sockets at the corners of the platform (A). (See Fig. 18) WARNING The maximum total load on the hooks must not exceed 5 kg. The maximum load attached to the lower tube must not exceed 10 kg.
- Page 13 Fig. 22 IV Drip Rod 799.501 The built-in IV pole is located at the head end of the Lifeguard trolley. WARNING Do not exceed the maximum safe load of 5 kg. Lift the IV pole to the vertical position (A) and allow Fig.
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Page 14: Accessories
Bi-Flex pressure reducing mattress TRM2 Bi-Flex pressure redistribution mattress TRM3 Some accessories may not be available in all markets. Arjo reserves the right to The following section describes some commonly used accessories. Other accessories are supplied with instructions for use. LGMAT/10... - Page 15 Foot Panel with Monitor Table 157018 Install the foot panel in the square sockets at the end of the mattress platform, with the clipboard on the outside. Fig. 24 WARNING Maximum safe working load 12 kg evenly distributed. Fig. 25 Use the monitor table (2 Steps) (See Fig.
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Page 16: Decontamination
Decontamination The following processes are recommended, Chemical disinfection but should be adapted to comply with the local (4 Steps) or national guidelines (Decontamination of Medical Devices) which may apply within To protect the integrity of the cover we recommend a the Healthcare Facility or the country of use. -
Page 17: Care And Preventive Maintenance
Visually check castors Inspect the mattress as described on the next page If the result of any of these tests is unsatisfactory, contact Arjo or an approved service agent. WARNING The procedures below must be carried out by suitably trained and unsafe product. - Page 18 Mattress Check the cover, especially around the seams, for cuts or splits that may allow staining or dampness. Replace the complete mattress if necessary. Lifting Mechanism the “raise” pedals. If the pedal pressure is variable or yielding, this may indicate the presence of air in the system and can be remedied as follows: (3 Steps) strokes then lower the platform fully.
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Page 19: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service Arjo 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 product, please contact... -
Page 20: Dimensions And Data
Dimensions and Data Model LG50 Model LG20 Overall length 211 cm 211 cm Overall width 77 cm 77 cm Height of mattress platform (max.) 93 cm 92 cm Height of mattress platform (min.) 56 cm 60 cm Tilt (max.) head down 12°... - Page 21 Intentionally left blank...
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- Page 23 AUSTRALIA FRANCE POLSKA Arjo Australia Pty Ltd Arjo SAS Arjo Polska Sp. z o.o. 78, Forsyth Street 2 Avenue Alcide de Gasperi ul. Ks Piotra Wawrzyniaka 2 O’Connor CS 70133 PL-62-052 KOMORNIKI (Pozna ) AU-6163 Western Australia FR-59436 RONCQ CEDEX...
- Page 24 At Arjo, we are committed to improving the everyday lives of people affected by reduced mobility and age-related health challenges. With products and solutions that ensure ergonomic patient handling, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the effective prevention of pressure ulcers and venous thromboembolism, we help professionals across care environments to continually raise...
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