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- Page 1 Instruction manual Assembly and operation VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Vital Mobility Medical Supplies Inc. 130 Bass Pro Mills Dr. Unit 62 Concord, ON Canada L4K 5X2 info@vitalmobility.ca www.vitalmobility.ca Tel: 905-532-9494...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual Index Foreword ..........................4 General information ....................5 Explanation of the symbols used ................... 5 Explanation of the designated groups of persons ............6 Intended purpose ....................... 7 Intended use (application environment)................. 7 Unauthorized use ......................8 General provisions for the user .................. - Page 4 VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual 13.2 Technical data (electrical) ..................29 13.3 Technical data (environment) ..................29 13.4 Classification ......................29 13.5 Weights of the individual components ................. 29 13.6 Identification plates ....................30 13.7 Information on electromagnetic compatibility ............... 31 Declaration of conformity ..................
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Page 5: Foreword
The Vital Mobility team would like to thank you for the trust you have placed in our VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed. With the decision to purchase a care bed from Vital Mobility you receive a care product with high functionality at the highest safety level. -
Page 6: General Information
Please pay particular attention to the various safety instructions. The care bed should be cleaned and disinfected before first use and before each re-use. Vital Mobility healthcare beds have been tested according to international standards, which include the safety requirements for medical devices. -
Page 7: Explanation Of The Designated Groups Of Persons
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual The nursing bed may only be used indoors. The product must be collected separately. Disposal with normal household waste is not permitted. Symbol for DC Symbol for AC Symbol for safe working load Symbol for maximum patient weight Symbol for reading instruction manual 1.2 Explanation of the designated groups of persons... -
Page 8: Intended Purpose
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual User The user is anyone who uses a medical device on a patient. User requirements • Use the VitalFlex Elite healthcare bed only as intended and in accordance with these instructions for use. •... -
Page 9: Unauthorized Use
If a possibly necessary side guard (side rail) is used, pay particular attention to the following instructions: Only use side rails approved by Vital Mobility as optional accessories. Only instructed personnel may operate the side rails. Last update:03.16.2021... - Page 10 VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual Side rails may only be fully raised and locked or fully lowered. When lowering the side rails, take care not to drop them. No parts of the patient's body may protrude over the lying surface or touch the side rails while the adjustment function is being actuated.
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Page 11: Safety Instructions For The Operator
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual Do not use multiple sockets to connect the mains plug, as liquids could penetrate (fire hazard and electrical shock). Before cleaning and disinfecting the care bed, the mains plug must be disconnected from the mains and securely hung up. The plugs for the handset and the motors which are plugged into the control unit on the lying surface drive must be plugged in. -
Page 12: Cleaning And Disinfection
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual 4.4 Cleaning and disinfection Before cleaning and disinfection, the mains plug must be disconnected from the mains and securely hung up. The plug for the handset and the motors, which are plugged into the control at the lying surface drive, must be plugged in. -
Page 13: Accessories / Options
The service life for beds in domestic areas is assumed to be approx. 5 years. The nursing bed must not be disposed of with normal household waste at the end of its service life. For environmentally friendly disposal, please contact your local authority or Vital Mobility. Last update:03.16.2021... -
Page 14: Control Of Delivery And Scope Of Delivery
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual Control of delivery and scope of delivery On receipt of the delivery and before commissioning, check whether the nursing bed is damaged. Complain visible damage immediately to the delivering company. After unpacking, please check that the delivery is complete. You will receive a fully assembled care... -
Page 15: Assembly And Commissioning
VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Instruction manual Assembly and commissioning Note: The VitalFlex Elite LTC bed is supplied fully assembled. 6.1 Assembly of the trapeze (optional) With the help of the trapeze, the patient can stand up and move more easily into another position. -
Page 16: Commissioning
The electric actuators are now ready for operation. The VitalFlex Elite LTC bed is ready for operation after it has been successfully installed and all steps from chapter 6, paras. 6.1 and 6.2 have been observed. -
Page 17: Functional Description
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Functional description 7.1 Technical overview Head end Feet end Electrically adjustable backrest Electrically adjustable thigh support Mechanically adjustable lower leg support Hand switch Locking key for sister Drive for electrical adjustment of the backrest and thigh support of... -
Page 18: Handset With Locking Function
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 7.2 Handset with locking function The electric bed functions can be operated via the handset. All functions can be locked with the nurse key. Button functions: Electric back adjustment infinitely variable 0°-70° incl. 100mm mattress compensation Thigh adjustment electric infinitely variable 0°-30°... -
Page 19: Locking Function For Handset
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Hand switch hook: -flexible -rotatable -can be replaced (fixed with a screw) To avoid damage, the hand control should always be suspended from the hand control hook when not in use (e.g. lying surface frame or side guards). -
Page 20: Operation Of The Side Rails
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 7.4 Operation of the side rails To use the side rails, lift the upper side rail until it engages in the highest position. To lower the side rail, lift the upper side rail and simultaneously press the release button for the side rail lock and release the side rail. -
Page 21: Emergency Lowering
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 7.6 Emergency lowering 7.6.1 Emergency lowering via integrated 9V battery (electric) The control unit mounted on the lying surface is equipped with two 9V block batteries, which enable the individual electrical adjustment functions to be lowered in the event of a mains power failure. If the mains power fails, you have the option of returning the electric drives to their lowest position. -
Page 22: Emergency Lowering Of The Backrest (Manual)
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 7.6.3 Emergency lowering of the backrest (manual) If the backrest must be lowered in less than 30 seconds in the event of a power failure or if the electric drive system of the VitalFlex Elite has failed, you can lower the backrest manually. -
Page 23: Trendelenburg / Antitrendelenburg Function (Option)
Care, cleaning, and disinfection Clean and disinfect the VitalFlex Elite LTC bed before using it for the first time and before using it again. For cleaning, wipe the healthcare bed by hand with a damp cloth. We recommend suitable cleaning and care products as cleaning agents for wooden and plastic furniture. -
Page 24: Cause And Remedy Of Malfunctions
Cause and remedy of malfunctions Not every malfunction is directly attributable to a defect in the nursing bed. Before contacting your dealer or Vital Mobility, please check the malfunction using the table below. Disruption Possible cause... -
Page 25: Maintenance
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 10 Maintenance 10.1 Bases Operators of care beds are required to ensure the safe and proper operation of the medical device by means of continuous maintenance measures (inspection and maintenance). The service life of the healthcare bed depends essentially on handling and maintenance. To ensure... -
Page 26: Maintenance Schedule
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 10.2 Maintenance schedule Carebed Type “VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed “ Serial No.: ……………………………… Responsible: …………………. Inspector: Location: …………………. Pos. Test instruction OK n.OK Comment Examination of the basic prerequisite Is the general condition okay? - Page 27 4.10 Side rail height above the mattress at least 22 cm? 4.11 Track rollers, easily rotatable by 360°? 4.12 Rollers, central brake is functional (sufficient braking effect available)? Overall rating Overall evaluation of the VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed in order? Observations: ..................................................
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Page 28: Check Of First-Error Safety By Means Of Integrated Locking Function In The Handset
Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 10.3 Check of first-error safety by means of integrated locking function in the handset Proceed as follows to check the safety device: The 4 switching positions are test settings which are only used for safety checks as part of the annual inspection or after repair or before each re-use of the bed. -
Page 29: Warranty
The service life for beds in domestic areas is assumed to be approx. 5 years. The service life naturally depends on the way in which the bed is used. The VitalFlex Elite LTC bed is suitable for re-use in accordance with the measures in chapters 8 and 10. Frequent transport, installation and adjustment reduce the service life just as much as improper handling, irregular maintenance and exceeding the safe working load or permissible load cycles of the electric drives. - Page 30 Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Track rollers Ø 100 mm Max. Track roller load capacity 100kg (static) Empty weight of the VitalFlex Elite 126kg 13.2 Technical data (electrical) Control + power supply SMPS MC220 + MC125 (Limoss company) Input...
- Page 31 Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed 13.6 Information on electromagnetic compatibility Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration - Electromagnetic emissions The care bed is intended for operation in an environment as specified below. The customer or user of the healthcare bed should ensure that it is operated in such an environment.
- Page 32 Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration - Electromagnetic immunity The healthcare bed is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the healthcare bed should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
- Page 33 Instruction manual VitalFlex Elite LTC Bed Recommended protective distances between portable and mobile HF telecommunications equipment and the nursing bed The nursing bed is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated HF disturbances are controlled. The customer or user of the healthcare bed can help prevent...
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