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3603 UltraSlide SURGICAL TABLE OWNER'S MANUAL (Includes Operation, Maintenance and Parts) Read this manual before operating the table! This information is necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment. TEC-D-0145 REV 6 06/26/2023...
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The base language for this document is ENGLISH. Any translations must be from the base language document. Printed copies are not controlled documents. Although current at the time of publication, SKYTRON'S policy of continuous development makes this manual subject to change without notice. If current manuals are required, contact your local SKYTRON representative or contact SKYTRON...
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Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE SECTION 1. SAFETY INFORMATION ................3 1-1. Special User Attention ....................3 1-2. Reporting Serious Incidents ..................3 SECTION 2. EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS ..............8 2-1. Intended User and Intended Use ................8 2-2. Installation ........................8 2-3. Environmental Conditions ..................8 2-4.
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5-3. Preventive Maintenance ...................33 5-4. Operator Troubleshooting ..................33 5-5. Maintenance Checks & Services ................34 5-6. Maintenance Schedule to be Performed by a Skytron Representative ....37 5-6-1. Why maintain your table? ..................37 5-6-2. Protecting your investment ................37 5-6-3. Maintenance Matrix ...................37 5-7.
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SWITCH) in the OFF position. its proper operation by a clinical in-service protocol c. Tighten all handles and knobs. administered by a SKYTRON representative. Ensure that the following packaging guidelines are A routine instructional program must be implemented adhered to when shipping the 3603 table: by the facility for proper usage instructions for all ■...
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Page 4 1-3. Pinch Point Hazards HEAD AND BACK SECTION LEG SECTION AND CAN COLLIDE WITH BASE OR FLOOR FLOOR CAN COLLIDE WARNING Possible Pinch / Crush Points 3603 UltraSlide Owner's • REV6...
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The antistatic properties of the table are dependant on the use of the original pad set which was furnished with the table or an alternate approved replacement. Consult with Skytron before reversing a patient on the table. 3603 UltraSlide Owner's • REV6...
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Accessories and products not furnished Patient's head must be on the head section. by SKYTRON have not been tested for Head section must be attached in its proper performance and safety. Such normal orientation to the back section.
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When using spray cleaners, DO NOT spray immediately and labeled inoperable. fluids directly into electrical receptacles or Refer all service to a SKYTRON authorized components. service representative. Before replacing pads on the table, make When the emergency brake release handle sure the pads and all mating surfaces are is turned to the “UNLOCK”...
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■ Ambient Temperature: 14° to 122°F (-10° to 50°C) Battery Power: 24 VDC (6V10Ahx4) Furukawa ■ Relative Humidity: 10% to 85% (No Model: 6m10B SKYTRON Part Number: E0002356 Battery. Each battery sold separately, four batteries Condensation) required. ■ Atmospheric Pressure: 21 in-Hg to 31 in-Hg (700 hPa to 1060 hPa) 2-7.
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Page 11 2-11. Label Symbols Used On Used In Symbol Description Product Manual Indicates important facts or helpful hints. ● NOTICE With the word WARNING, indicates a hazardous situation ● ● that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. With the word CAUTION, indicates a hazardous situation ●...
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Page 12 SECTION 3. INTERLOCK SENSING SYSTEM OVERVIEW 3-3. To Continue Articulation After a Soft WARNING Interlock Warning The interlock system is a table top 1. Articulate a function until the pulsating alarm positioning aid supplement device that sounds and articulation stops. still requires the clinician to use it in 2.
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Page 13 3-5. Hard Interlock System (Audible continuous beep, articulation stopped) FUNCTION and ICON DESCRIPTION Leg Down / Slide to Head The table will prohibit the leg section from colliding with the table column or from lowering into the table column when combined with a head slide.
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Page 14 SECTION 4. OPERATION LEG SECTION SEAT KIDNEY BACK SECTION SECTION HEAD SECTION SECTION LEG SECTION RELEASE LEVER (RECESSED) PENDANT CONTROL ACCESSORIES: POWER CORD HEAD SECTION PENDANT CONTROL LOCKING KNOB SIDE RAIL DETACHABLE PARTS: HEAD SECTION EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH BACK SECTION AUXILIARY CONTROL LEG SECTION...
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Page 15 4-4. Cordless Pendant Control (optional) The cordless pendant control functions the same POWER SPRING CLIP as the corded pendant control except for the return INDICATOR HANGER to center and power on lights. The pendant must be aimed at the receiver buttons located on the sides and both ends of the table base (Figure 5).
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Always follow recommended Use only SKYTRON replacement parts for grounding procedures to ensure patient and the power cord and pendant control. Refer staff safety.
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Page 17 4-8. Battery Operation Turn the table ON, press the pendant control Batt ON/OFF button. The pendant buttons and the red NOTICE and green battery indicator lights will illuminate. Prior to all surgical procedures, make sure the NOTICE battery charge is sufficient for the anticipated Placing the main power switch in the ON duration and usage.
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800 lbs (360 kg), all table positioning 4 Yellow - 3 Green 100% (Fully charged) functions will operate smoothly and quietly. 1 Red Fuse requires replacement (contact SKYTRON service) Error Mode WARNING The operator should remain positioned Indicator Status...
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Page 19 a. Floor Lock/Brake System Maximum patient weight should not exceed 500 pounds (227 kg). To activate the brakes without affecting table positioning, press the Table Up button. The Table top slide must be centered (indicated elevation cylinder will not function until the brakes by a red light on the pendant control) prior are completely extended (Figure 12).
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Page 20 b. Trendelenburg c. Lateral Tilt WARNING WARNING To maximize patient safety, utilize To maximize patient safety, utilize proper proper restraint methods during extreme restraint methods during extreme lateral Trendelenburg positioning. tilt positioning. For Trendelenburg head-down position, press the To achieve lateral tilt right (as viewed from the head Trendelenburg button.
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Page 21 CAUTION If the top is slid toward the foot end, the back section will not go below horizontal and the audible alarm The combination of minimum elevation height will sound. The interlock prevents the back section (top all the way down), extreme Trendelenburg from going more than 45°...
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Page 22 h. Flex Positioning If the lateral tilt left up or right up angle is 15° or more, the table top cannot slide in either direction To place the table top in a flex position from and the alarm will sound. horizontal, press the Flex button (Figure 19).
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Page 23 k. Beach Chair To place the table top in the beach chair position from a level position, press the Beach Chair button. The back section will raise, the leg section will lower, and the Trendelenburg position will function simultaneously. The functions will stop when Trendelenburg reaches it's limit (Figure 22).
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Page 24 Emergency back-up control panel is located below the back section (Figure 25). Figure 23. Emergency Stop Switch 1. In case of a malfunction where a positioning function continues to operate, pressing red emergency stop switch button will interrupt all EMERGENCY power to the pump.
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Page 25 NOTICE The emergency brake release valve (knob) CAUTION must be closed and tightened (counter- DO NOT unlock brakes when a patient is clockwise) before activating any hydraulic on the table. An uneven patient weight function. load may cause instability. If the emergency brake release valve (knob) If circumstances demand table brakes be has been operated, the Brake Unlock button...
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CAUTION To remove back and leg section: DO NOT reverse the patient on the table 1. Level the table top. without first consulting with SKYTRON product management. 2. If equipped, manually pull down the spring loaded stop (Figure 30). The 3603 table has the capability of attaching the...
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4. If equipped, manually pull down the spring confirmed without the pad set. loaded stop (Figure 30). The SKYTRON pad sets are available in 2 inch 5. Install the back section on the pins. (51 mm) or larger thickness and have a velcro strip 6.
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Page 28 Figure 31. 3603 Patient Positioning Guidelines Upper Body Imaging Lower Body Imaging Upper Body Imaging With Lower Body Imaging With 40" Carbon Fiber Extension 40" Carbon Fiber Extension Ophthalmic / ENT Kidney / Thoracic Neuro (Lumbar) Neuro (Neck) 3603 UltraSlide Owner's •...
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300 LBS [135 KG] LEG SECTION REMOVED BACK 22” [564mm] WEIGHT CAPACITY Top Slide 800 LBS [360 KG] All the Way Toward Foot End WARNING Consult with Skytron before reversing a patient on the table. 3603 UltraSlide Owner's • REV6...
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Personal injury to patient or staff may are compatible with the materials of the result from a lack of proper maintenance SKYTRON table. of this equipment. 6. Apply cleaning fluid liberally to top and sides of each pad and wipe with a clean lint-free cloth.
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Page 32 c. Cleaning Pendant Control 5-2. Routine Inspections CAUTION CAUTION Avoid immersing the pendant control assembly in liquids. DO NOT use the table if any of the inspection points fail. 1. Apply cleaning solution to the pendant control and cord. a.
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Power fails even though battery is Batteries require replacement Replace batteries. charged The status of Battery Indicator is Fuse requires replacement Contact SKYTRON Service. 2 Red Replacement of fuse must be performed by a certified SKYTRON technician. 3603 UltraSlide Owner's • REV6...
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Always inspect the table prior to use to ensure safe and correct operation. Any malfunctioning component should be removed from service immediately and labeled inoperable. Refer all service to a SKYTRON authorized service representative. RELEASE LEVER a. Head Section 1. Make sure both head section locking knobs are installed, have full range of motion, and their threads are not stripped (Figure 33).
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Page 35 WARNING POWER CORD RETAINING CLIP Table instability will occur on a table with mixed table brakes and seats. 15. Ensure there are four (4) brake pads and they are not chipped or otherwise damaged. d. Hydraulic Oil Level Check Figure 35.
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(Refer Always replace all four (4) batteries at the to Figure 37). same time, Skytron P/N E0002356. Each 9. Connect the correct wires to the battery battery sold separately. terminals as shown (Figure 38).
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Page 37 5-6. Maintenance Schedule to be Performed by a Skytron Representative Maintenance in this section must be performed by a Skytron authorized service representative using Skytron authorized replacement parts and service techniques. 5-6-1. Why maintain your table? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your Skytron table. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance.
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Page 38 Electrical (Continued) TEST and INSPECT the pendant control and hand console (If Applicable) • TEST each operation • INSPECT the pendant control cord and the hand console cord • INSPECT exterior condition and rubber housing / enclosures for signs of damage •...
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Page 39 Base INSPECT the base for signs of damage or collision INSPECT fasteners that secure the stainless access cover to the base casting INSPECT the general surface condition of the underside base casting for signs of heavy oxidation or damage INSPECT and LUBRICATE the casters, CLEAN if necessary TEST the brake cylinders INSPECT the brake cylinders , CLEAN if necessary...
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■ Condition of hydraulic floor lock brake cylinders 5-8. Disposal Instructions & pads ■ Stability of table top The end of the useful life for the SKYTRON surgical ■ Stability while table floor lock brakes are table is 10 years under normal operating conditions. activated Service parts are available for this period.
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SECTION 6. REPLACEMENT PARTS CAUTION Replacement parts listed in this section have been identified by SKYTRON as serviceable by facility Any parts or assemblies not listed in this personnel and are available for purchase. To obtain section must be serviced or replaced by SKYTRON certified parts and authorized service, SKYTRON authorized service personnel only.
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Page 47 6-3. Base Components Item Part No. Description Qty. SWB0318 PENDANT CONTROL ASSEMBLY ..............1 M002340 HOOK, pendant (w/ screw and insert) ..............1 M001962 CORD ASSEMBLY ....................1 363D012 COVER, rear housing base .................. 1 363DU13 CONNECTION PLATE ..................1 363D011 COVER, front housing base .................
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Page 48 SECTION 7. TROUBLESHOOTING The following problems can occur even if the operating table is not out of order. Check the following points before contacting your distributor for repair. 7-1. Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Cause Action The table cannot 1.
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Page 49 7-2. Emergency Brake Release Handle 7-3. Detachment / Attachment Of Control Unit Cord If the cord of the control unit is damaged, replace CAUTION it with a new one (Figure 40). When the emergency brake release handle 1. Turn the rubber cover and remove it. is turned to the “UNLOCK”...
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Page 50 SECTION 8. ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS Install and operate according to the EMC information provided in this manual. ■ Do not use any accessories other than those specified by Mizuho. This can result in increased emissions and reduced immunity. ■ Do not use it adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. Normal operation may not be possible due to electromagnetic interference.
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Page 51 Guidelines and Manufacturer Declaration – Electromagnetic Interference Immunity Power supply voltage quality 0 % U T 0 % U T should be that of typical for 0.5 cycles for 0.5 cycles commercial or hospital environment. Voltage drops, short 0 % U T 0 % U T If the user of the...
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Pg 36: P/N E0002356 was pn E0002293. Add each battery sold separately. Pg 47: Item 9 pn E0002356 Qty1 was Qty4 06/26/2023 Updated manual to current Skytron standards. Cover page - Add Medical Device symbol. Back of Cover - Add manufacturer & European Authorized Representative headers.
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