BEKA AVERO Comfort User Manual

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USER MANUAL
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AVERO Comfort
Height-adjustable bathtub
AVERO Comfort
Version 2.5 / US&CA
2024-03-07
MD

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Original version AVERO Comfort Height-adjustable bathtub AVERO Comfort Version 2.5 / US&CA 2024-03-07...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BEKA Hospitec GmbH Table of contents Imprint ........................4 Acknowledgment .................... 4 Manufacturer’s address .................. 4 TÜV Certification .................... 4 Introduction ......................5 Preface ......................5 Liability and warranty ..................5 The user manual ....................6 Applicability ....................6 Type plate ....................... 6 Designation ....................
  • Page 3 BEKA Hospitec GmbH Tub filling (button 3)................21 Other/optional elements and functions ............22 Operation ......................24 Description of the AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub ......24 Prior to use ....................24 During use .....................24 Filling the tub ..................24 Cleaning/disinfection ....................26 Cleaning the height-adjustable bathtub ............26 Disinfecting the height-adjustable bathtub .............26...
  • Page 4: Imprint

    1 Imprint 1.1 Acknowledgment Dear customer, thank you for the trust you have placed in us and for purchasing this BEKA Hospitec GmbH product. Our products are manufactured and tested in accordance with stringent quality standards. 1.2 Manufacturer’s address BEKA Hospitec GmbH Am Rübenmorgen 3...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Maintenance, inspection, assembly, installation as well as all other technical modifications or interventions on the product may only be carried out by BEKA Hospitec or specialized companies authorized by BEKA Hospitec. Only appropriately qualified personnel may operate the product and carry out technical interventions on the product.
  • Page 6: The User Manual

    The user manual 3 The user manual 3.1 Applicability This user manual contains the information required for the operation of the product. In addition to the description of the equipment, this user manual also includes a number of abstractions and exemplary illustrations. The equipment of your product therefore might deviate from the descriptions and illustrations.
  • Page 7: Safety

    All notes and warnings indicated on the appliance and in this user manual must be imperatively observed at all times. The manufacturer BEKA Hospitec declines all liability for errors or damages caused by improper or inadequate use or operation.
  • Page 8: List Of Safety Instructions And Symbols Used In This Manual

    Safety 4.4 List of safety instructions and symbols used in this manual Follow operating instructions / observe user manual Medical device CE-marking to MDR Name and address of the manufacturer Manufacturing date Warning against a hazardous area Caution Protection against harmful ingress of water or solids: Protected against splashes of water, splash-proof Applied part “type B”...
  • Page 9: General Warnings And Safety Instructions

    Safety 4.5 General warnings and safety instructions General ▪ The product may solely be used for the purpose mentioned in chapter 4.1 Intended use. ▪ The product may only be installed, set up and maintained by persons authorized by the manufacturer who meet the requirements set out in §2 section 2 of the German Medical Device Operator Ordinance (MPBetreibV).
  • Page 10 Safety ▪ During the treatment/use, supervision is required at all times. The patient must not bathe alone! The patient must not be left unattended! ▪ The patient must not be the user/operator! ▪ The user/operator must check the functional safety and the proper condition of the appliance and its accessories (visual check, functional test, etc.) before each use of the appliance.
  • Page 11 (power and equipotential bonding) for cracks. ▪ Repairs to parts of the AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub may only be carried out by trained, qualified professionals which are authorized by the manufacturer to do this.
  • Page 12 CAUTION In case of unusual noises, damages or malfunctions, the use of the product must be immediately discontinued. Repairs to parts of the AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub NOTE may only be carried out by qualified professionals which are authorized by the manufacturer to do this. Please contact our customer support service for repair requests.
  • Page 13: Transport And Storage

    Transport and storage 5 Transport and storage In order to ensure a safe transport, storage and operation, please observe the environmental conditions specified in chapter 13.1 Technical description. Transport the height-adjustable bathtub to the intended place of installation. Use a forklift or similar for the transport.
  • Page 14: Installation

    6.1 Electrical connection The bathtub must be wired in accordance with the technical drawings of BEKA Hospitec or the instructions for the design of wet areas as well as the latest VDE-standards. All supply and drain hoses as well as the electrical lines must be laid so that they cannot cause tripping.
  • Page 15: First Start-Up

    This maintenance must be carried out by a qualified technician. If the AVERO Comfort tub is relocated to another room or in the event of changes to the local water supply, a readjustment of the thermostatic mixer may be required.
  • Page 16: Operating Elements And Their Function

    Operating elements and their function 7 Operating elements and their function N° Description N° Description Handles Bath faucet/thermostatic mixer Longitudinal grooves for inserting USB-interface for the sound system the tub shortener (optional) Colored light system (optional) Control panel Tappet (drain and overflow) Cable remote control Hand shower Tub shortener (optional, removable)
  • Page 17: Control Panel For Controlling The Tub Functions (Optional)

    Operating elements and their function 7.1 Control panel for controlling the tub functions (optional) Control panel (7 buttons) N° Description N° Description Button “Height adjustment Up” Button “Decrease air-spa system intensity” * Button “Height adjustment Down” LED-indication air-spa system * Button “Tub filling”...
  • Page 18: Cable Remote Control For Controlling The Tub Functions

    Operating elements and their function 7.2 Cable remote control for controlling the tub functions Cable remote control (2 buttons) N° Description button function Button “Height adjustment Up” * Button “Height adjustment Down” * * When the end points are reached, the travel motion is switched off automatically. Cable remote control (4 buttons) N°...
  • Page 19: Cable Remote Control (8 Buttons)

    Operating elements and their function Cable remote control (8 buttons) N° Description button function Button “Height adjustment Up” * Button “Height adjustment Down” * Button “Tub filling” Button “Hand shower” Button “Air-spa system” (option) Button “Colored light system” (option) Button “Increase air-spa system intensity” (option) Button “Decrease air-spa system intensity”...
  • Page 20: Thermostatic Mixer/Faucet/Hand Shower

    Operating elements and their function 7.3 Thermostatic mixer/faucet/hand shower NOTE For the setting and the operation of the thermostatic mixer/faucet as well as for performing the thermal flushing, the enclosed user manual of your thermostatic mixer/faucet must be observed. Hand Switching between tub filling/hand shower shower...
  • Page 21: Tub Filling (Button 3)

    Operating elements and their function Tub filling (button 3) If your tub features the “Automatic water stop” option, the water supply is automatically stopped when the filling level is reached. Press the “Tub filling” button to fill the tub. When the filling level is reached, the water supply is automatically switched off.
  • Page 22: Other/Optional Elements And Functions

    The proximity switch is activated, when you place the palm of your hand on the sensor symbol shown below. This way, all operating functions of the AVERO Comfort are locked/disabled.
  • Page 23 Function of the multifunctional nursing and shower stretcher (option) The multi-functional nursing and shower stretcher cannot be retrofitted, it has to be ordered in combination with an adapted AVERO Comfort bath. The multifunctional nursing and shower stretcher is opened/unfolded as shown on the image.
  • Page 24: Operation

    8.1 Description of the AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub The AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub is an ergonomically shaped care bath tub in GFK material (plastic reinforced by glass fibers) without surface-mounted operating panel and with a completely closed outer casing. Drive is by means of two synchronously controlled lifting columns.
  • Page 25 Operation Note! Before the patient gets into the tub, the water temperature must be checked by hand (without wearing gloves) either with a thermometer. When the appliance is used in combination with a patient transfer aid, WARNING please take care that the patient’s body nor any of his/her body parts are trapped, crushed or caught in pinch points! Ensure the stability of the transfer aid in order to avoid tipping over during the transfer of the patient!
  • Page 26: Cleaning/Disinfection

    For the manual disinfection of the surface, an isopropyl alcohol solution or a customary disinfecting aerosol (spray) can be used. The tub body of the AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub is made of glass-fiber reinforced plastic and can be disinfected with a (non-aggressive) surface disinfectant.
  • Page 27: Maintenance, Safety Check And Inspection

    Maintenance, safety check and inspection 10 Maintenance, safety check and inspection In order to ensure a safe use of our AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub as well as the protection of users and patients, we, BEKA Hospitec, recommend an annual safety check. This check includes, amongst other things, a visual check for external damages (enclosure, mains connections, readability of labels and stickers, soiling, etc.)
  • Page 28: Waste Disposal

    11.2 Disposal of the product The expected service life of the height-adjustable bathtub is approx. 8 years. At the end of the product’s service life, please contact your BEKA vendor, who will recycle the product in accordance with the locally applicable prescriptions and regulations.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting/Customer Support Service

    Troubleshooting/Customer support service 12 Troubleshooting/Customer support service Problem with the bathtub Remedy a) Check if mains power is supplied. The height adjustment of the bathtub b) Check the operating unit for damages. does not work. c) Check the connecting cable for damages. The bathtub remains idle in the top Check if mains power is supplied.
  • Page 30 Please contact the customer care service of your vendor or the manufacturer, if your bathtub is not working properly and you are unable to fix the problem by means of the remedies set out in section 12. BEKA Hospitec GmbH Am Rübenmorgen 3 35582 Wetzlar Tel.: +49(0)641-9 22 20-0...
  • Page 31: Appendix

    Appendix 13 Appendix 13.1 Technical data Dimensions and weights - Length: 210.0 cm - Width: 80.0 cm - Inner tub dimensions (L / W / 177.0 cm x 57.5 cm / 72.0 cm x 40.0 cm / 42.0 cm - Min. lifting height: 68.0 cm - Max.
  • Page 32: Avero Comfort Height-Adjustable Bathtub Dimensions

    Appendix 13.2 AVERO Comfort height-adjustable bathtub dimensions User manual Comfort V2.5 US&CA Page 32 of 44...
  • Page 33: Wiring Diagram

    Appendix 13.3 Wiring diagram  On-site connections – sanitary - electrical  Pre-Set safety measure! Close valves for cold and warm water.  Warm water connection ½ inch, internal thread flush with plate. Twin nipple, ball valve, elbow, dirt trap and flap Please comply with local rules and regulations cover (see illustration Pos.
  • Page 34: Accessories

    Hand shower K9100363 Shower hose L = 2.3 m Spare parts/consumables Spare parts and consumables are available upon request from your BEKA Hospitec vendor either directly from the manufacturer. Please observe: You cannot replace all spare parts yourself. For the assembly, the expert knowledge of a qualified electrician/plumber might be required.
  • Page 35: Declaration Of Conformity

    Appendix 13.5 Declaration of conformity User manual Comfort V2.5 US&CA Page 35 of 44...
  • Page 36 Appendix User manual Comfort V2.5 US&CA Page 36 of 44...
  • Page 37 Appendix User manual Comfort V2.5 US&CA Page 37 of 44...
  • Page 38: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity (Table 201) The AVERO Comfort has been designed for use in the hereafter listed ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENTS. The customer or the user of the AVERO Comfort must ensure that the appliance is used in such environment.
  • Page 39 Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity (Table 202) The AVERO Comfort has been designed for use in the hereafter listed ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENTS. The customer or the user of the AVERO Comfort must ensure that the appliance is used in such environment.
  • Page 40 Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity (Table 204) The AVERO Comfort has been designed for use in the hereafter listed electromagnetic environment. The customer or the user of the AVERO Comfort must ensure that the appliance is used in such environment. Immunity testing...
  • Page 41 Recommended distance between portable and mobile communications equipment and the AVERO Comfort (Table 206) The Avero Comfort is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment with controlled HF interferences. The customer or the user of the AVERO Comfort can avoid electromagnetic...
  • Page 42: Inventory Register

    In accordance with the Medical Device Operator Ordinance, you are required to keep an inventory register for this appliance. You can use this inventory register as template. Inventory register Appliance: AVERO Comfort Manufacturer: BEKA Hospitec GmbH, Am Rübenmorgen 3, 35582 Wetzlar Serial number: _____________________________________________ Date of purchase: _____________________________________________ Installation site: _____________________________________________...
  • Page 43 Appendix Periodic inspection, repair, DGUV-3, safety check, etc. Type of Date Result Measure(s) Signature: inspection taken User manual Comfort V2.5 US&CA Page 43 of 44...
  • Page 44 BEKA Hospitec GmbH Am Rübenmorgen 3 D – 35582 Wetzlar-Dutenhofen Tel: +49 641 922 20 – 0 Fax: +49 641 922 20 – 20 E-mail: info@beka-hospitec.de Website: www.beka-hospitec.com...

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