Safety And Dangers; Safety Instructions - LINET AVE 2 User Manual And Technical Description

2 Safety and Dangers

2.1 Safety instructions

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Follow the instructions carefully.
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Any non-observance of this manual may lead to injuries or material damage.
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Exclusively use the bed if it is in perfect working order.
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If necessary, check the bed functions daily or at each shift change.
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Use the bed exclusively in its original condition.
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Use the bed exclusively with the correct mains supply.
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Ensure that the bed is exclusively operated by qualified personnel.
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Ensure that the patient (health permitting) has been informed about the operation of the bed and all
applicable safety instructions.
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Move the bed exclusively on even, hard-surfaced floors.
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Replace any damaged parts immediately with original spare parts.
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Ensure that maintenance and installation are performed exclusively by qualified personnel who
have been trained by the manufacturer.
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Do not apply excess weight or loads to the bed according to SWL (safe working load).
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During peak loads or unavoidable excess loads (CPR), place mattress platform in the lowest
position.
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Ensure that only one adult patient uses the bed at any time.
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Take care to avoid injuries or squeezing when operating moving parts.
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When using lifting poles or infusion stands, ensure that nothing will be damaged when you move or
adjust the bed.
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Ensure that castors are braked when the bed not being moved, regardless of whether the bed is
occupied or empty
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Keep the mattress platform in the lowest position at any time when the healthcare personnel are
not treating the patient in order to prevent the patient from falling or injuries.
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Ensure that siderails are operated exclusively by healthcare personnel.
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Never use the bed in areas where there is a hazard of explosion.
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Enable or disable functions on the handset using the supervisor panel as appropriate for the
patient's physical and mental state. Verify that the function is actually disabled.
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Never handle the mains plug with wet hands.
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Unplug the mains cable exclusively by pulling on the plug.
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Attachment plug is the only means of disconnecting bed from the mains. It must remain accessible.
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Position the mains cable so that there are no loops or bends in the cable; protect the cable from
mechanical wear and tear.
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Improper handling of mains cable can cause an electric shock hazard, other serious injuries or
damage to the bed.
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Ensure that the stipulated duty cycle (on-time) is not exceeded (see INT. on product label).
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Ensure that the moving parts of the bed are not blocked.
 To prevent failures, use exclusively the manufacturer's original accessories and mattresses.
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Ensure that the stipulated safe working load is not exceeded.
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If the patient's condition could lead to an entrapment, leave the mattress support platform in the flat
position while the patient is unattended.
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Adjust bed height to approx. 20 cm below maximum height when transporting the bed in order to
facilitate overcoming possible obstacles.
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Do not exceed maximum load of 75 kg (165 lb) for mattress platform extension.
 Ensure that the bed and its components are exclusively modified with the manufacturer´s approval.
 Ensure there is no risk of crushing or otherwise injuring the patient's limbs (e.g. between siderails
and mattress platform, between movable parts etc.) before positioning the bed or folding down the
siderails.
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