Moving the Bed Operational Maintenance 9. 1 . Cleaning Guidelines 9.2. Sources of Dirt and Contamination 9.3. Recommended Cleaning Procedures Warranty, Servicing and Maintenance 10. 1 . Service Checklist Form Manufacturer’s Details Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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This User Manual contains safety information and operating instructions. Please retain for future reference. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
See following table for explanations of the symbols. Label indicating the location of a possible trapping hazard: Risk of trapping feet. Label indicating the location of a possible trapping hazard: Risk of trapping fingers/hands. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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Earth) various parts of the equipment to the same potential. Type B applied part Identifies a type B applied part complying with IEC 60601-1. Classification of protection against electrical shock. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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The maximum safe working load (weight) (258 kg). Manufacturer The manufacturer of the equipment (i.e. Medstrom) and their address. Reference Manufacturer’s reference catalogue number/identifier, i.e. SOLO +. Date of Manufacture The date that the equipment was manufactured. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Incompatible mattresses can create hazards. See section “7. 1 . Dimensions” for dimensions and recommendations. • If using the bed with other medical equipment not supplied by Medstrom, e.g. mattresses, the compatibility of the equipment must be assessed for potential risks. •...
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For security of patients, the mains cable should be disconnected and stored safely away from potential harm. • Only accessories supplied or authorised by Medstrom should be used and then in conjunction with an appropriate risk assessment for patient safety.
5.2. Bed Frame Compatibility Caution: Where the mattress used on the bed is not supplied by Medstrom, the compatibility with the bed frame should be assessed independently. 5.3. Contraindications This medical device is not intended to be used for: •...
5. Check that the mains cable will not be strained when connected to the mains power outlet. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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If abnormal operation is observed, cease usage of the electronic equipment until an acceptable configuration has been determined and verified. • The use of cables and accessories other than those specified by Medstrom may negatively affect EMC performance. Caution: Lithium-ion Battery Pack The bed is battery powered using a rechargeable long-life lithium-ion battery pack.
1. If the mains cable is in use, disconnect it from the mains power outlet and store the cable in a safe place. 2. Lock out all bed movement functions as described in section “8. 1 . Wireless Handset”. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Fixed, solid side panel or 3 segment side rails. • Half-height board and full-height board secured at head and foot ends of bed. • Two fixed 100 mm castors at head end; foot end fixed to floor. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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Full-height board (head and foot end of the bed) Half-height board (head and foot end of the bed) Two fixed 100 mm castors at head end; foot end fixed to floor Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Incompatible mattresses can create hazards. Specialist mattresses require a local risk assessment. Many specialty mattresses feature immersion therapy which allows the patient to sink into the surface of the mattress, thus reducing the risk of patient falls. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Up to 5 hours Humidity From 20% to 90% - to 30° without condensation Atmospheric pressure 700 to 1060 hPa Maximum temperature of parts 59.8°C (for electrical boxes) Sound level 41 dB Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
– the beeping frequency will speed up. 4. Confirm pairing by pressing the “bed down” button again. 5. Test the pairing is successful by pressing any of the bed functions to check movement wirelessly. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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30°. The bed will then go into the reverse Trendelenburg position. Back to flat: • To return the bed to the flat position, press and hold the down cardiac chair (back to flat) button. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Function lock-out To lock out the handset, hold the magnet over the circle symbol just above the Medstrom logo and press the reverse Trendelenburg button until the battery light on the left illuminates (after two or three seconds).
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Side rails are designed for easy operation. There is an extremely small risk of pinching fingers when articulating the sleep deck and lowering the side rail when holding on to the handle area. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Manual CPR function. • Electric CPR function. • Knee rest and leg sections function. • Cardiac chair function. • Storing a custom bed exit height in the memory. • Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg function. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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Lower the side rails if they are raised. • Pull and hold either of the orange CPR handles and lower the back rest until flat. • Release the CPR handle. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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The cardiac chair function allows the patient to be placed in a full chair position. It combines movement of the back rest and the knee rest with the reverse Trendelenburg position in a continuous motion, using only one button. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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Using the wireless handset, press and hold the down cardiac chair (back to flat) button to set the sleep deck to the flat position. • Then press and hold the left-hand up Trendelenburg/reverse Trendelenburg button until the bed reaches the desired feet down angle. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Lockout of Functions To lock out the handset, hold the magnet over the magnet symbol, just above the Medstrom logo, and press the reverse Trendelenburg button until the battery light on the left illuminates (after two or three seconds). The handset is then locked.
Brake engaged – brake bar in down position Warning: Maintenance of the brake should only be carried out by an authorised Medstrom technician. Caution: The brake function of the bed satisfies the requirements of the basic safety and essential performance standard IEC 60601-2-52.
It is advised to position the bed at least 35 cm from the wall during installation. This will ensure that if the Trendelenburg/reverse Trendelenburg function is used, the bed will not touch the wall. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Sources of dirt and contamination of a medical bed in use are: • Fabric dust coming from the bedding. • Food residues. • Ink. • Antiseptic liquids. • Vomit, urine, excrement, blood, etc. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Use locally approved cleaning materials and detergent/disinfectant solutions. • Release the brake and move the bed away from the wall to give access all-round the bed; then reapply the brake. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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If the bed is plugged in, remove the mains cable from the mains power outlet and lock out all electrical functions using the wireless handset (see section “8.5.8. Lockout of Functions”). Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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Reconnect the bed to the mains power outlet, remove the electrical function lock outs, and set the bed to the flat position using the wireless handset. • Clean the mattress and replace it on the bed. Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
Medstrom reserves the right to make changes to the design, characteristics and models without prior notice. The only warranty Medstrom makes is the express written warranty extended on the sale or rental of its products. Warranty may lose its validity in the following cases: •...
Side rails: Lock in upright position, release mechanisms operational and locked when in ultra-low position (19cm). Castors: Braking - remains in position when applied. Castors: Steer - travels in straight line when steering pedal is engaged (AutoSteer Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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Bed reset (calibration): Recalibrates control box with actuators operated from handsets (raise bed up to highest, then lowest position. Same process with back rest and knee rests). Date: Signed: Medstrom Solo MH – User Manual – PRO00005, Revision 1.0...
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