Model P4 Multi Bed Mover User Manual Sept 2009

Contents

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MAINTENANCE ... p21

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BREAKDOWNS ... p22 5.1. Safety instructions... p22 5.2. General breakdowns ... p22

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ENVIRONMENT ... p22

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OPTIONS ... p23 7.1. Step ... p23 7.2. Heavy Duty ... p23 7.3. Wheelchair function ... p23 7.4. Modifications are always possible ... p23

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CE ... p24

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MANUFACTURER & DISTRIBUTORS... p25 9.1. Manufacturer ... p25

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Safety

1.1 General This manual is intended for the user. Please read the instructions and recommendations contained in this text thoroughly before activating the device. This will ensure the safe operation and optimal use of the device. The care and maintenance instructions contained in this manual are intended for your safety and at the same time they will help you keep the device in good condition. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any personal or material damage that may result from the improper use of the device through failure to comply with this manual. This device was manufactured in compliance with the requirements of Directive 93/42 EEC. Any medical devices must be properly attached to the patient in order to prevent problems during transport. Transport may only take place when all medical requirements regarding the patient are met.

1.2 Causes of danger Do not touch the underside of the device during use. During use, special care must be taken when other persons are near. Always leave sufficient stopping distance when operating the machine. In case of danger let go of the speed lever. Push in the emergency brake if necessary. Careful: the machine has an electric brake! In order to reduce speed, release the speed lever to brake. In cases of emergency the emergency brake can be used to brake. (see 3.2.9) Manoeuvre the machine carefully over thresholds and elevations. The wheels or other parts could be damaged. Slow down when going up or down slopes. Electromagnetic radiation (EMC). The device meets the requirements of the EMC standards. During its use possible interferences with other medical devices with a higher sensitivity than the limits described in the EMC standards should be taken into account at all times.

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1.3 Treatment of the batteries Charging is forbidden while a bed is attached to the device. The batteries must be fully charged before starting a bed transport. (see 3.2.8.) Before charging the batteries inspect the charging cable and notify the technical service if necessary. Smoking is forbidden while the batteries are being charged. Avoid flames and sparks and do not charge near a source of ignition. When charging, the device must be switched off (it switches off automatically when the charger is connected to the mains). Food and beverages are forbidden in rooms where batteries are charged.

1.4 Use for the intended purpose The machine is intended exclusively for the transport of hospital beds within hospitals. Any other uses are not in accordance with the intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage as a result of such uses. The risk of such uses shall be borne exclusively by the user. Only use the machine in sufficiently lit rooms. The normal temperature during operation should be between +15°C and +30°C (59 and 86 F). Use for the intended purpose shall also include compliance with the conditions of use and maintenance as provided by the manufacturer. The applicable legislation on accident prevention as well as the generally accepted safety regulations and guidelines regarding health and safety at work must be complied with. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage resulting from non-authorized modifications to the machine. The machine may only be serviced and repaired by persons who have the necessary technical and organisational responsibility. Before starting to use the machine familiarize yourself with its movements, if possible in an open space, especially with regard to turning and braking, with and without a bed connected to it. The standard position of the machine is at the foot of the bed; the position of the user is at the head. (See picture on p. 14.)

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Safety

1.5 Transport & storage of the machine Always disconnect the machine. (see 3.2.7). Make sure the machine is adequately propped up when transporting it in order to prevent sudden changes in position! Place a suitable warning sign! Only use appropriate transport vehicles with sufficient loading capacity! During transport, the machine should always be placed upright, be kept dry and marked as a fragile object. The temperature during transport should be between +0° C and +40° C (32 and 104 F). The temperature during storage should be between +10° C and +30° C (50 and 86 F). When transporting the machine, the relevant instructions for use and safety precautions must be observed, especially regarding the loading capacity of the transport vehicle.

1.6 For your safety Before using the Multi Bed Mover, it is imperative to read this manual. Keep this manual in a place that is easily accessible to all users, in order for them to be able to reread it whenever necessary. The device may only be used by persons who have been trained to use it and who have received explicit orders to use it. The device may transport a maximum of 1 bed with maximum 1 person at a time, and it may not be used for any other kind of transport without the written permission of the designer. The machine is only suitable for indoor use on even surfaces. The machine is not suitable for use in sterile operating rooms. The machine is only suitable for the transport of beds on swivel castors. Remove the key whenever you leave the machine unattended. Always leave sufficient stopping distance when operating the machine. The machine may only be used on slopes of up to 5%. The maximum permitted lateral incline is 5%. Do not ride over electric cables. Danger of electrocution! Beside the manual and the national regulations on accident prevention, the general technical guidelines for a correct and safe operation must be observed as well. Any potentially dangerous actions must be avoided. The machine has not been registered for use on the public highway.

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Description

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Description

2.1 Parts of the machine

1/ Handle 2/ Shop position lever 3/ Spiral cable 4/ Remote control 5/ Remote control holder 6/ Operating panel

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7/ Relay compartment 8/ Charger display 9/ Battery compartment 10/ Chassis 11/ Claw 12/ Claw magnet

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13/ Manual operation claw 14/ Nose 15/ Wheel cap 16/ Charging plug 17/ CE label 18/ Warning

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Description

2.2 Technical data° (standard version P4)

Dimensions Length Width Height Wheel diameter Clearance Weight

530 mm 815 mm 1130 mm 150 mm 30 mm 130 kg

Engine/Power Driving engine Speed Maximum load to be moved Maximum gradient Maximum lateral incline

130W / S2 4.6 Km/h 350 kg 5% 5%

Battery Number Tension Capacity (maintenance-free gel batteries) Hours of operation

2 24 VDC 56Ah ± 8 hours

Battery charger Input Output Control

230V / 50Hz / 1A 24VDC / 6A Electronic

Materials Frame

Stainless steel + powdercoated steel Vulkolan

Driving wheel ° = Subject to technical modifications.

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Description

2.3 Classification - Class II isolation (during use the machine runs on batteries). - Protection against water: IP X0 - The machine is suitable for continued use.

2.4 CE label

Explanation Multi Bed Mover: commercial name Model P4: technical name Operating Voltage 24VDC: operating voltage (low tension) Serial n°: a coded serial number Charging voltage 230VAC – 50Hz – 1A: operating voltage of the charging installation

: see CE conformity declaration

: symbol for double isolation (no earthing)

2.5 Important warning regarding charging procedure

It is prohibited to charge the machine with a bed still attached to it, with or without a patient.

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2.6 Manual operation claw

13- This button enables the user, in case of a technical breakdown, to remove the claws from the bed manually. In this manner the bed can be pushed to the side and the user can inform the technical department.

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Operation

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Operation

3.1 Operational parts 3.1.1 Remote control

1 – Stand-by LED Indicates that the device is ready for use. Also indicates to the user that the emergency brakes have not been activated. 2 – Beeper This press button enables the user to let all persons in the immediate vicinity know that he is approaching. (e.g. in places where it is difficult to pass or when leaving a room). 3 – Switch for full (II) or half (I) speed. Halves the power of the device so that it reacts less strongly to the speed lever. 4 – Remote support Thanks to this support the remote control can be hung either on the right or on the left side of the device. This allows both right and left-handed users to always take the best position. 5 – Steering lever By tilting the lever to the left or the right the device will move accordingly. 6 – Speed lever This is a lever that increases and decreases speed according to how far it is pushed in. 7 – Forward/reverse switch On this switch forward and reverse are marked by means of arrows. Before starting to move the machine the right direction must be determined. 8 – Emergency stop This should be pressed in case of danger: the device will immediately come to a halt. (By lifting the red part, the starting procedure can be repeated.) (see 3.2.9) 9 – Spiral cable This cable connects the remote control to the device.

Operation

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3.1.2 Operating panel

1 – Key When you turn the key to the right the device is on standby. This is the first step to activating the machine. At this point it is not ready to be moved yet. 2 – Start button In order to be able to start moving, the green lamp below this figure should light up. Press this button in order to activate the Multi Bed Mover. 3 – ‘Claw open’ press button This press button, with a white lamp, opens the claws. When this lamp lights up after turning the key it means that the machine is on stand-by. 4 – ‘Claw closed’ press button This press button, with a white lamp, closes the claws. When this lamp lights up after turning the key it also means that the machine is on stand-by. 5 – Battery meter (see 3.2.8) On the display a “b” of battery can be seen and at the bottom a pictogram of a battery. In between there are three LEDs: red, yellow and green, each reflecting a different battery situation. - Green = batteries in good condition - Yellow = batteries not in optimal condition - Red = urgently charge batteries (also when the red lamp suddenly lights up during transport of a heavy load!) 6 – Emergency stop This should be pressed in case of danger: the device will immediately come to a halt. By lifting the red part, the machine can be started again. (see 3.2.9)

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Operation 3.1.3 Charger display (on relay compartment)

1 – Hour counter Displays the number of hours the machine has been working. 2 – Charging LED Indicates that the battery charger has been activated. Both LEDs flash when the device is connected to the 230V mains. (see 3.2.8) 3 – Float charge LED Indicates that the battery charger has entered into float charge mode; this means that at least 80% of the charging process has been completed. Both LEDs are now lit continuously. (see 3.2.8)

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Operation

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Use

3.2.1 General The machine is operated by means of a remote control with a spiral cable. Without a bed attached, this can be hung on the handle of the machine in the places prepared for it, or, with a bed attached, to the handle at the head of the bed. The regulation of speed and direction are sensitive enough to enable the user to steer very accurately. The machine pulls the bed; the user is behind it (see picture below).

The connection and disconnection of the bed in the room as well as the entering and leaving of rooms and/or lifts can be handled by one person.

3.2.2 Activating the Multi Bed Mover Mode of operation:

Turn the key to the right, to standby position. Only in this position are the electric circuits closed. Then press the green button (on the operating panel); this will make all the lamps on the operating panel and the remote control light up. The device is now ready to be moved. Take the steering lever of the remote control in your hand and first determine in which direction you want to go by using the forward/reverse switch. With your thumb you can easily operate the switch. By gradually pushing in the speed lever with your index finger you can progressively increase the speed or decrease it by slowly letting the lever come back up. The machine is steered by tilting the steering lever to the right or left in function of the direction in which you want to go.

Note: Make sure a minimum speed is maintained when using the steering lever. If this is the case, the machine keeps moving, which allows a much more accurate detection of steering corrections. As a consequence, the manoeuvres are carried out much more smoothly, resulting in greater comfort for the patient.

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3.2.3 Connecting a bed The Multi Bed Mover is equipped with 2 specific claws at the front with which the bottom of the bed is grabbed and the machine is attached to the bed (see pictures below) (see also 3.1.2 – 3&4).

Mode of operation:

After entering the room, move the machine to the foot of the bed. Check whether the claws, according to the bed type, need to be placed on the inside or on the outside of the swivel castors. Now move the claws to the desired side using the corresponding press buttons on the operating panel (see 3.1.2 – 3&4). Then move the machine under the bed. If the bed is too low adjust the height so that the bed handle and the machine handle are at the same height. Move forward until you reach the buffer in the claw or the handle (according to the version). Make sure that the machine is parallel to the end of the bed and as far under it as possible. Move the claws with the press buttons (on the operating panel) towards the grabbing point so that they grab the bed. Keep checking during this phase as well that the machine remains parallel to the bed. If this is not the case, the connection procedure needs to be repeated; otherwise there is a risk that the bed comes loose during transport!

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Operation 3.2.4 Moving with a bed The machine has been activated and the bed has been attached. The bed transport with the Multi Bed Mover can now begin.

Mode of operation:

Release the bed brake and set all swivel castors to the free position. The remote control is taken off the machine and the user goes to the head of the bed which is against the wall. With the remote in his hand, the user gently pushes in the speed lever so that the bed slowly moves away from the wall and the user is able to stand between the wall and the bed. The user now positions himself behind the Bed and hangs the remote control on the left or the right side of the bed handle. His free hand should be placed on the bed handle in order to maintain contact with the bed and be able to feel the movements of the bed better. (see picture below).

Now push the machine toward the door by softly pushing in the accelerator again. By tilting the steering handle to the left or right, the machine and the bed will turn left or right. Make sure that a minimum speed is maintained during steering, so that any deviation of the machine can be detected more easily. Ride carefully when entering or leaving small spaces. Use the beeper (see 3.1.1 - 2) before entering the hallway.

3.2.5 Disconnecting a bed Mode of operation:

Hang the remote control on the machine again (left or right). Move the claws with the corresponding white press buttons, so that the claws separate from the bed. Put the machine in reverse (3.1.1 - 7) and softly push in the accelerator.

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Operation 3.2.6 Moving without a bed After the device has been activated, the machine handle can be put in shop position by lifting the handle lever (2.1 - 2) and pulling the handle backwards (see picture below).

Tilting the handle improves moving comfort (esp. when riding in reverse and through narrow corridors) as this way there is more space to walk. Important: In the shop position the electronic steering function of the Multi Bed Mover is automatically switched off so that the steering must now be done manually. The machine can also be moved without a bed with the machine handle in vertical position, especially in special situations such as passing through narrow passages, narrower than the width of the machine. In places where there is a lack of space, the handle is best put in vertical position. The remote control functions in the same way as during transport with a bed.

3.2.7 Deactivating the Multi Bed Mover -During working hours: Mode of operation:
Turn the key to the left; the machine is now completely switched off.
Remove the key and store it in a safe place. -After working hours: Mode of operation:

Store the machine in a safe place, with a 230V socket near. Turn the key to the left; the machine is now completely switched off. Remove the key and store it in a safe place. Preferably hang the remote control on the inside of the machine in order to prevent damage. Always charge the batteries (see 3.2.8).

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Operation 3.2.8 Charging the batteries Battery situation On the handle, next to the start button, is the battery indicator. On the display a “b” of battery can be seen and at the bottom a pictogram of a battery. In between there are three LEDs: green, yellow and red, each reflecting a different battery situation: -Green = batteries in good condition (60% - 100%) -Yellow = batteries in average condition; make sure the red lamp does not suddenly light up with heavy loads (20% - 60%) -Red = urgently charge batteries (also when the red lamp suddenly lights up during a ride with a heavy load!) (< 20%) Charging the batteries The machine comes with a built-in charger which is specifically adapted to the installed batteries. The charging time depends on the discharge level of the batteries. The maximum charging time is 10 hours. Important: - Charging may only take place without a bed and not in operating or related rooms! - Charging can be done using any available 230V socket. - Charge the batteries every night, regardless of their discharge level! This way, the batteries are always in the best possible condition! - The charger can remain connected to the mains continuously, even for several days, without damaging the batteries (e.g. during holidays or weekends).

Mode of operation:

Place the machine as close as possible to a 230V socket and turn it off. All charging information is provided by 2 LEDs on the charger display: both LEDs will start flashing when the charger is connected to the 230V mains. The batteries are now being charged. When both LEDs stay lit continuously this means that at least 80% of the batteries has been charged. Take out the 230V plug from the bottom left side of the machine, pull the cord partly (= max. 3m!) out of the machine and connect the plug to a 230V socket.

Important: - Never pull the rope to the end! - Once the machine is connected to the mains, it cannot be activated anymore! - Make sure the LED on the operating panel and the LED on the relay compartment start flashing.

When the machine is fully charged, pull the plug from the socket and tug gently at the charging cord. This will make the cord roll up automatically. (With older models push the black button at the back of the machine to roll up the cord).

Careful: let the cord roll up smoothly and always hold on to the plug!

The machine can now be turned on again.

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3.2.9 Emergency stop When one of the emergency brakes has been activated, the machine is completely blocked and switched off. The green LED on the remote control is not lit up anymore; the white press buttons for the operation of the claws on the operating panel, however, are still on. Before reactivating the machine the reason for the emergency stop must be determined. Careful: the reactivation of the machine does not take away possible errors that caused the activation of the emergency stop. The machine is reactivated by pulling the red part of the emergency stop handle back up; the lamp on the remote control will light up again. The machine is now on stand-by again and can be started as described under 3.2.2.

3.2.10 Useful tips for operation The patient's comfort always comes first!

Reassure the patient before activating the machine Attach the bed gently Carry out all movements as gently as possible The emergency brake is not a brake for regular use Adjust speed if the situation so requires Take into account visitors, other patients, children, etc. (use beeper in time) Cross uneven parts in the floor at low speed If the patient is still connected to medical equipment please consult the doctor in charge before initiating the transport

Practical tips!

Always stay in the centre of corridors; someone might suddenly come out of a room! Do not make any brusque steering movements while moving at full speed; this negatively affects the patient’s comfort! (put up the barriers) Let the machine do the work. Avoid drastic steering corrections and irregular speeds.

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Maintenance

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Maintenance Careful: The information below is intended for the user, not for the responsible technical service. All users of the Multi Bed Mover are obliged to:
carry out a preventive inspection of the machine (e.g. charging plug, serious damage,...)
recharge the machine after use
keep the machine clean (with Formula MC or Safety Clean)
announce general servicing in due time = in principle once a year or after 1,000 hours of operation. It is therefore recommended to inform the technical service in time so that the machine is always in the best possible condition. Besides these maintenance aspects, all users also have the obligation to inform the technical service in time when an abnormal situation occurs, such as:
abnormal handling behaviour by other users
accidents
abnormal noises from the machine
interchanged remote controls
etc.

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Repairs

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Breakdowns

5.1 Safety instructions It is essential that maintenance work and repairs be carried out by the competent technical services.

5.2 General breakdowns In case of a defect the handle should be put in shop position (see 3.2.6) so that the machine can easily be tilted backwards and pushed on its rear wheels. In case of a defect notify the technical service immediately. Always remove the key!

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Environment

All devices are be being recycled by PTS. PTS is in possession of a OVAM waste deposal certification.

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