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Solite Pro Community Care Bed
With Covered Bed Ends
Item # 15006LP
Owner's Assembly and Operating Manual
(USA and Canada)
This manual must be given to the Owner/User of
this bed and should be read carefully before putting
this product into use. Keep manual in an accessible
location for future reference.
VER.A.11.21
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- Page 1 Solite Pro Community Care Bed With Covered Bed Ends Item # 15006LP Owner’s Assembly and Operating Manual (USA and Canada) This manual must be given to the Owner/User of this bed and should be read carefully before putting this product into use. Keep manual in an accessible location for future reference.
- Page 2 Lock backrest together with 10. Bed assembly complete clevis pin, R-clip and bush on both sides 11. Re-lock locking collars Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare | USA and Canada Solite Pro Reference Guide | VER.A.10.21...
- Page 3 All moving parts are to be secured prior to All warning in the full instructions for use should moving the bed in transport stand. be read and understood prior to using the bed. Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare | USA and Canada Solite Pro Reference Guide | VER.A.10.21...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Warning * Highlighted pages are for authorised personnel reference only, if in doubt contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. or your local distributor. DO NOT operate this product without first reading and understanding this user manual. Damage or injury may result... -
Page 5: Introduction
For assistance in setting up, using, maintaining your bed, to report unexpected operation or for any service, warranty, sales or customer service information regarding this product please contact your provider or if in doubt contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. at the following address: Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. -
Page 6: Product Description
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3.1 Environment Your bed is intended for use in the following environments: • A domestic area where the bed is used to alleviate or compensate for an injury, disability or disease. • A long term care area where medical supervision is required and monitoring is provided if necessary (e.g. -
Page 7: Product Overview
3.5 Product Overview The Solite Pro Low bed is intended to be plugged into a permanent electrical wall outlet. The bed is designed to work with North American power supplies, and should only be used in these environments. The bed has one handset, intended for use by both the patient and carer, which provides the carer with the ability to lock out the use of bed functions as necessary to reduce the risk of accidental operation. -
Page 8: Safety
4. SAFETY 4.1 Warnings and Cautions Warning Warnings in these instructions for use highlight potential hazards that if disregarded could lead to injury or death. Caution Cautions in these instructions for use highlight potential hazards that if disregarded could lead to equipment damage or failure. 4.2 Risk Assessment Before a patient uses the bed a risk assessment must be performed on a patient by patient basis. -
Page 9: Bed Load
If these instructions for use are not deemed sufficient and the need for training is required please contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. or your local provider (see section 2) who will be able to discuss... -
Page 10: General Warnings
Accessories that have not been approved or designed for use with the bed are not be used - a hazard could be introduced due to product combination incompatibility. • Modification of the bed frame is not allowed without the permission of Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. – a hazard could be introduced. •... -
Page 11: Transport And Storage
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY 5. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE The following conditions should be followed when transporting and storing the bed: • To save space, the bed should be stored on the transport stand. • The bed should always be stored on a flat and level floor. •... -
Page 12: Symbol Definition
6. SYMBOL DEFINITION The following symbols are found on this bed: Warning Beware of potential hazard Caution Beware of potential product damage Refer to instructions for use - Recommended Failure to read the instructions for use could introduce a hazard Refer to instructions for use - Mandatory Failure to read the instructions for use could introduce a hazard Total bed weight... - Page 13 The user/occupant is protected by at least two layers of insulation between the current carrying parts (e.g. control box and mains cable) and the metal accessible parts – If damage is noticed to any electrical component, turn off at the mains and contact your provider or Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. immediately.
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Page 14: Parts Identification
7. PARTS IDENTIFICATION Bed end x 2 Braked castor x 4 Backrest section x 1 Control box/Backrest actuator x 1 Instructions for use Leg rest actuator and battery box (if fitted) x 1 Leg section x 1 Platform locking collar x 4 Transport stand x 2 Bed end actuator x 2 Control box clip x 1... -
Page 15: Bed Assembly And Preparing For Use
Before attempting to assemble the bed ensure these instructions have been read and fully understood. • Only qualified personnel are to assemble and prepare the bed for use, if in doubt contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. or your local distributor. •... -
Page 16: Assembling The Bed
When turning the collar to the locked position it will rise and then fall, this is the self locking mechanism engaging. Note: If this action is being undertaken by a single person Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. 8.2.1 backrest assembled recommend that the castors are braked before assembly commences. -
Page 17: Fitting The Electrical System
• Drive the bed to its maximum height then secure the actuator cables in the twist clips under the mattress platform (refer to section 8.4). Ensure each bed end actuator cable has enough free cable to allow full movement of the actuator. -
Page 18: Cable Routing
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY 8.4 Cable Routing The actuator cables are to be routed on the bed frame as shown below: Cable Clips Mains cable (default) Head End Actuator Cable Foot End Actuator Cable 8.4.1 Bed cable routing Warning Ensure all cables, in particular the mains cable, are free from moving parts and are not under excessive tension to avoid cable damage - Damaged cables can create a risk of electrocution/fire. -
Page 19: Storing The Transport Stands
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY 8.6 Storing the Transport Stands The bed comes complete with integral transport stands and storage brackets. To store these away once the bed is assembled, follow the procedure below; • Raise the bed to its full height. -
Page 20: Checking The Bed
Warning • Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommend that the length extension is only used for those individuals who require it due to their physical height requirements, it is not to be fitted as the default for all occupants. A patient risk assessment must be performed to assess the need for the extension. -
Page 21: Knee Break/Leg Section
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY 8.9 Knee Break/Leg Section Note: The operation of the leg section is dependent on the position of the ratchets as detailed below. The bed is fitted with an adjustable leg section. When the leg section function on the handset is operated the height or angle of the leg section is adjusted, depending on whether or not the leg section ratchet is engaged. -
Page 22: Lockout Function
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY 8.10 Lockout Function The handset is supplied with a lockout function which enables the carer to disable any of the bed functions if they are deemed unsuitable for the occupant. The lockout function on the handset is to be used at the discretion of the carer. To lock/unlock a function, insert the handset key provided into the desired function port and turn to the required position (clockwise to lock, anti-clockwise to unlock). - Page 23 8.11.2 Fitting mains cable bracket stretching/straining. Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommends that the mains cable exits the bed from the default location at the end of the backrest, and that the mains cable...
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Page 24: Installation/Preparing For Use
- risk of electrocution. Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommend the bed is left in its lowest position when the patient is unattended in order to reduce the risk of injury due to a fall. - Page 25 A CSA, cUL or cETL marked extension cable must only be used when it is not possible to reach a wall socket with the equipment mains cable – contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. or the equipment provider for information regarding the safe use of extension cables.
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Page 26: Operation Of The Bed
To release the brakes: Push the brake release pedal down on each of the four castors (located on top of the castor). When the bed is in use Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommend all brakes are applied in normal use – Foot end castors should be unlocked if the tilt function is to be used. -
Page 27: Assembly Onto The Transport Stands
Caution • If the bed is continuously used for an extended period of time and it exceeds the duty cycle the control box may become temporarily disabled or irreparably damaged – see section 16.2 for further detail. • Before lowering the bed ensure the area underneath is free from objects/obstructions - risk of damage to the bed and object/obstruction. - Page 28 Bed Frame • If the bed is in the extended position, retract the extension (see section 8.7). • Using the two reusable cable ties/hook and loop straps that come with the bed, secure the moving parts of the backrest and leg section to the bed frame halves. •...
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Page 29: Power Failures
11. POWER FAILURES The bed does not have battery backup functionality. In the event of a power failure the bed will not function, resulting in the backrest and/or leg section remaining in the last position being used (for example, a raised position). The backrest and leg section are operated via two individual actuators that are located underneath the mattress platform. -
Page 30: Decontamination
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY 13. DECONTAMINATION Infection control and routine cleaning must be carried out in accordance with your local infection control policy or regulatory body. It is advisable to remove any accessories that are fastened to the bed. These instructions apply to the bed and all accessories, excluding pads and mattresses. -
Page 31: Steam Cleaning
FOR AUTHORISED PERSONNEL REFERENCE ONLY Caution The use of neat bleach or similar surface cleaners is not recommended as damage may be caused to the cleaned surfaces. 13.2 Steam Cleaning The Solite Pro Low can be dry steam cleaned. The individual manufacturer’s instructions should be followed when using a steam cleaner and the following precautions observed: •... -
Page 32: Maintenance
14. MAINTENANCE 14.1 General Inspection Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommends that authorised personnel perform frequent visual and operational inspections. If there are any signs of damage or the bed is not performing as it should withdraw it from service until the bed has been repaired and is fit for use again. -
Page 33: Servicing
• Only Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. approved components, specified for the Solite Pro Low bed, should be used - if in doubt contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. or your local distributor. •... -
Page 34: Disposal Of Parts
If any gaps appear to be outside of specification remove the bed from use until the dimension of the gap in question has been confirmed. • If in doubt about the correct replacement of a component contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. or your local distributor. •... -
Page 35: Specification
Please refer to section 18 for the part code, and to the contact information in section 2 to order or to request further information – Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommend the use of the standard handset when the bed is being used in a domestic environment. -
Page 36: Electrical Data
≤ 2000m ≤2000m * Always ensure the bed is brought up/down to room temperature before plugging in and operating - Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. recommend the bed is left for a period of two hours or more to reach room temperature. -
Page 37: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)
— if not taken in to account, abnormal operation could occur. • Use of accessories and cables other than those specified or provided by Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of the bed and result in improper operation. -
Page 38: Accessories
If the straps are incorrectly fitted around the main section of the mattress platform, serious damage could occur to various components of the bed. If in doubt contact your provider or Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. • Ensure the dynamic control box is not positioned on the side rails, risk of control unit falling off when side rails are lowered. -
Page 39: Service Life
10 years on the frame, 5 years on the mechanical (which is 1 year full parts and labour, 4 further years parts only) and 2 years on the electrical, from the date of purchase from the date of purchase from Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc. - Page 40 CONTACT INFORMATION Ph: 1-877-224-0946 Fax: 516-988-4601 www.drivemedical.com Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Inc., 99 Seaview Blvd., Port Washington, NY 11050 A member of the Drive DeVilbiss Group of Companies ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUC/SOLITE/PRO/CA, VER.A.11.21...
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