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Howard Wright PACIFIC ST 2.1 Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 2 • www.howardwrightcares.co.uk Howard Wright Limited’s Policy Howard Wright Limited has a policy of continuous improvement and reserves the right to change product specifications and information referred to in this document without notice. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the prior written permission of Howard Wright Limited.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PAGE CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ..................................2 2. PRECAUTIONS ................................... 4 3. ABBREVIATIONS, SYMBOLS & TERMINOLOGY......................6 4. PART IDENTIFICATION ................................8 5. UNPACKING & COMMISSIONING ............................. 9 6. OPERATION ....................................10 7. CLEANING ....................................18 8. PACKING FOR TRANSPORT OR STORAGE ........................20 9.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 HOWARD WRIGHT LIMITED Congratulations on choosing a Howard Wright Limited product. Established in the 1950’s, Howard Wright Limited has built a reputation based on product quality and design innovation. Today our equipment is found in healthcare institutions worldwide.
  • Page 5 Date: Mode: Max. 2min/20min injury, disability or disease. Howard Wright Limited, Paraite Road, Bell Block, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Australia: 1800 120 727 New Zealand: 0508 751 751 UK: 0845 094 9894 APPLICATION ENVIRONMENT 5 Outpatient (ambulatory) care, which is provided in a hospital or other medical facility, under medical supervision where ME equipment, is provided for the need of persons with illness, injury or disability for treatment, diagnosis or monitoring.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    2. PRECAUTIONS 2.1 CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used in this publication: WARNING: Gives instructions or information intended to ensure the safety of the patient, caregiver and other personnel. The consequence of not following a warning can include death or serious injury. CAUTION: Gives instructions or information intended to avoid damage to the Pacific Shower Bathing Trolley or its accessories.
  • Page 7 CAUTION: Keep the handset out of the tub. Store the handset on the head end bracket at the head end of the tub or on either side on the storage rails. CAUTION: Use only approved cleaning products. For a list of approved cleaning products visit Howard Wright Limited’s website www.howardwrightcares.com CAUTION: Do not use abrasive sponges, cloths, substances or sharp objects on any shower trolley surfaces.

  • Page 8: Abbreviations, Symbols & Terminology

    Mode: Max. 2min/20min USA by: nd Care Systems Howard Wright Limited, 17 Paraite Road, Bell Block, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Australia: 1800 120 727 New Zealand: 0508 751 751 UK: 0845 094 9894 Figure 3. Serial Number Label Pacific Shower-Bathing Trolley Instructions For Use (ST9902, Version 7, 2021-10)
  • Page 9 Lift and Care Systems NY 10969 724-5305 Howard Wright Limited, Paraite Road, Bell Block, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Howard Wright Limited, Paraite Road, Bell Block, New Plymouth, New Zealand. nds.com Australia: 1800 120 727 New Zealand: 0508 751 751 UK: 0845 094 9894 Australia: 1800 120 727 New Zealand: 0508 751 751 UK: 0845 094 9894 Manufacturer.

  • Page 10: Part Identification

    4. PART IDENTIFICATION 4.1 PART IDENTIFICATION - PACIFIC SHOWER-BATHING TROLLEY HEAD END FOOT END Siderail (if fitted) Handset Storage Push Patient Buffer rail Handset rail handles (x2) platform (inside) & rubber sides Storage hook for drain hose Head end bracket Brake castors (x3) Battery &...

  • Page 11: Unpacking & Commissioning

    5. UNPACKING & COMMISSIONING WARNING: Ensure that the handset cord is positioned so that it cannot become damaged during shower trolley adjustment. CAUTION: Ensure that all transport ties have been cut and removed before using the shower trolley. CAUTION: Charge the battery as often as possible (minimum recommendation: six hours once every three months).

  • Page 12: Operation

    6. OPERATION 6.1 CASTORS see figures 5-7 WARNING: All castors must be locked when transfering a patient on or off the shower trolley and during bathing operations. CAUTION: Do not attempt to push the shower trolley sideways when the steer castor is in the steer position. CAUTION: Ensure that the steer castor trails the direction of movement.
  • Page 13 6. OPERATION 6.2 ELECTRIC CONTROLS WARNING: Do not operate the shower trolley controls so that moving parts of the shower trolley contact people or surrounding objects. WARNING: When left unattended, remove the battery to ensure no unauthorised use of the shower trolley occurs.
  • Page 14 6. OPERATION 6.2.2 BUTTON OPERATION see figure 10 Adjustment occurs only while a button is pressed. Adjustment will stop when the button is released or the moving actuator reaches the end of its range of adjustment. To raise and lower the patient platform: 1.
  • Page 15 6. OPERATION 6.3 BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER see figures 11-13 WARNING: The battery is heavy and should be supported with both hands when releasing from the mount bracket. WARNING: The battery should be charged regularly. Charge the battery when the low level indicator light comes on. WARNING: Before placing a patient onto the shower trolley ensure that the battery is charged and the low battery indicator light on the handset is off.
  • Page 16 6. OPERATION To remove the battery from the shower trolley for charging: 1. Pull down on the battery compartment handle to gain access to the battery (see figure 11). 2. Squeeze the battery release lever to disengage the battery from the mount bracket and lift. The battery will disconnect from the control box (see figure 12).
  • Page 17 6. OPERATION 6.4 DRAIN HOSE see figures 14-15 The drain hose is located at the drain end of the shower trolley and can be stored in the cutaway in the skirt (see figure 14). If needed the hose can be lifted off the floor and placed into the storage hook for better clearance (see figure 14).
  • Page 18 6. OPERATION 6.7 SHOWERING AND BATHING THE PATIENT WARNING: Do not use water above 38°C (100°F) for bathing or showering a patient. Check the water temperature BEFORE any water touches the patient. If a thermometer is unavailable hold your hand above the water to initially check the temperature, then dip your elbow into the water to test.
  • Page 19 6. OPERATION 6.8 SIDERAILS (OPTION) see figures 16-19 WARNING: Siderails are not intended to be used as patient restraints or to prevent the patient rolling off the platform. CAUTION: Siderails should be removed during patient transfer. CAUTION: Do not sit or stand on siderails. Figure 16.

  • Page 20: Cleaning

    Do not use oil based products. CAUTION: Do not unplug the handset or actuators from the control box for cleaning. NOTE: For a list of approved cleaning products go to the Howard Wright Limited website http://www.howardwrightcares.com 7.1 CLEANING ALL SURFACES To wash: •...
  • Page 21 7. CLEANING REMEMBER The upholstered tub has a bi-elastic backing fabric with a polyurethane top coating. Soap residue left on the tub surface can degrade the surface. Therefore, care should be taken to flush away all residual soap after use. CAUTION: Failure to follow these recommendations may lead to fabric failure.

  • Page 22: Packing For Transport Or Storage

    8. PACKING FOR TRANSPORT OR STORAGE To pack the shower trolley for transport or storage: WARNING: Never lift the tub. WARNING: Never use a forklift. CAUTION: Do not leave the shower trolley in direct sunlight. CAUTION: To maximise the life of the tub fabric the shower trolley should be stored with the tub sides down. CAUTION: The transport and storage environment should be as follows: •...

  • Page 23: Electric Control Problem Solver

    9. ELECTRIC CONTROL PROBLEM SOLVER Use Table 1 below for assistance if the shower trolley cannot be adjusted correctly using the electric controls. If further assistance is required, contact Howard Wright Limited or an authorised service agent. Table 1. Trouble shooting guide...

  • Page 24: Maintenance & Servicing

    Inspection of the shower trolley should be performed annually using the user maintenance checklist (section 10.5). 10.2 AUTHORISED SERVICING All maintenance, servicing, and repairs must be carried out by Howard Wright Limited or an authorised service agent. WARNING: Do not modify the shower trolley or its accessories without the agreement of Howard Wright Limited.
  • Page 25 10. MAINTENANCE & SERVICING 10.4 BATTERY REPLACEMENT The life of the battery will depend on the use that it has had. As a guide, it should be replaced every four years. CAUTION: The battery is of a sealed lead-acid type and should be disposed of safely so as not to cause damage to the environment.
  • Page 26 10. MAINTENANCE & SERVICING 10.6 TO REMOVE THE DRAIN HOSE see figure 20 1. Raise the tub sides to the highest position and raise the patient platform Plug to the highest position. 2. Remove the hose clamp and then the drain hose. Patient Plastic waste platform...

  • Page 27: Specifications And Electromagnetic Compatibility

    11. SPECIFICATIONS AND ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY 11.1 PACIFIC SHOWER BATHING TROLLEY SPECIFICATIONS 1400 1200 2165 1000 Minimum 1150 1300 1825 1110 corridor 1550 High Height 1750 approach width 1950 required (mm) Low Height Ø125 1165 SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS • Trolley overall: L: 2165mm, W: 775mm MODEL: ST 2.1 and ST 2.2 (Base raised 30mm)
  • Page 28 Reorientate the shower trolley or the device being affected by the interference. • Increase the distance between the shower trolley and the device. If these measures are not successful, contact Howard Wright Limited for further assistance. Pacific Shower-Bathing Trolley Instructions For Use (ST9902, Version 7, 2021-10)

  • Page 29: Conformity

    IPX5 - Water projected by a nozzle (6.3 mm) against enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects. 12.3 RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL Howard Wright Limited cares for the environment. Our manufacturing facility, based in an ecologically diverse area, means we are committed to a healthy environment. Please follow the recycling guidelines within your country.

  • Page 30: Index

    13. INDEX 13.1 FIGURES AND TABLES Page Figure 1. Safe Working Load ................................ 3 Figure 2. Serial Number Label ..............................6 Figure 3. Shower trolley orientation ............................. 6 Figure 4. Part Identification - Pacific Sower Bathing Trolley ....................8 Figure 5. Castor pedal in neutral position ..........................10 Figure 6.
  • Page 31 Handles (see push handles) Handset 8, 12, 21 Handset storage location Head end (definition) Head end bracket 8, 11 Howard Wright Limited (see contact details) first page IEC standards IP (Ingression Protection) Index Labels 3, 6 Lowering the patient platform & tub sides...

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