etac IMM1020 Immedia 3B Board Transfer Board Instructions

etac IMM1020 Immedia 3B Board Transfer Board

Product Information

The Etac IMM1020_IFU.Version 8.2020-08-04 is a 3B-Board that can be used for transferring users from a wheelchair to a bed, bath/bathchair, car seat, and vice versa. The product is intended for use in acute care, long-term care, and home care environments. The product complies with the standards applicable for Class 1 products in the Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices. The product comes with a two-year warranty on material and manufacturing defects, provided that the product is used correctly. The expected service life of the device is 1 to 2 years under normal use.

Product Usage Instructions

To avoid accidents and injury when moving and handling the products, please read the manual carefully. The person described as the user in this instruction for use is the person who is lying or sitting on the product. The carers are the people who manoeuvre theproduct. Positioning is easier if the user either leans in the opposite direction or shuffles him/herself sideways to sit on the glide board (Illustration 5). The user can now slide/`shuffle’ slowly over into the wheelchair by pushing him/herself away from the mattress (Illustrations 6 + 7). Depending on the user resources, the carer can guide the user, supporting the upper body, possibly using SupportBelt, SmartMove or Sling. If an angle is created (e.g. if the bed is slightly higher than the wheelchair), the user will slide more easily from one to the other. Note that all measurements given on illustrations and similar material are for guidance only and Etac cannot be held liable for errors and defects. Do not bleach the product. Never leave it on the floor. Keep it out of the sun. The product can be tumble dry, but do not dry clean it. If the customer makes adjustments, repairs or uses combinations not predetermined by Etac, the Etac CE certification and Etac warranty will not be valid. If in doubt, please contact Etac. In case of an adverse event occurred in relation to the device, incidents should be reported to your local dealer and the national competent authority in a timely manner. The product can be scrapped according to national regulations.

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Illustrations

General

Thank you for choosing an Etac product. To avoid accidents and injury when moving and handling the products, please read this manual carefully. The person described as “the user” in this “Instruction for Use” is the person who is lying or sitting on the product. The carers are the people who manoeuvre the product.

• This symbol appears alongside the text in the manual. It draws the reader’s attention to points at which there may be a risk to the health and safety of the user or carer.

These products comply with the standards applicable for Class 1 products in the Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices. At Etac we strive to continually improve our products and therefore we reserve the right to make changes to products without prior warning. All measurements given on illustrations and similar material are for guidance only and Etac cannot be held liable for errors and defects. The information given in this manual, including recommendations, combinations and sizing, does not apply to special orders and modifications. If the customer makes adjustments, repairs or uses combinations not predetermined by Etac, the Etac CE certification and Etac warranty will not be valid. If in doubt, please contact Etac. Warranty: Two- year warranty on material and manufacturing defects, provided that the product is used correctly. Expected lifetime: The device has an expected service life of 1 to 2 years under normal use. The service life of the device varies depending on usage frequency, loads and how often and how it is washed. For further information on the Etac transfer range, see www.etac.com. In case of an adverse event occurred in relation to the device, incidents should be reported to your local dealer and the national competent authority in a timely manner. The local dealer will forward information to manufacturer.

Symbols in general

Intended use
3B-Board can be used to transfer users from wheelchair to bed, bath/bathchair, car seat, etc. and vice versa.

Intended environment
Acute care, Long-term care, Home care

Practical handling

Positioning
Position the wheelchair at an angle of about 40° to the bed (Illustration 1). Position 3B-Board so that the non-slip circles on the back lie securely against the wheelchair seat and the surface of the bed on the other side (Illustration 4).Positioning is easier if the user either leans in the opposite direction or shuffles him/herself sideways to sit on the glide board (Illustration 5).

Use
The user can now slide/‘shuffle’ slowly over into the wheel-chair by pushing him/herself away from the mattress (Illustrations 6 + 7).Depending on the user’s resources, the carer can guide the user, supporting the upper body, possibly using SupportBelt, SmartMove or Sling.

Tips
If an angle is created (e.g. if the bed is slightly higher than the wheelchair), the user will slide more easily from one to the other.In connection with manual handling, it will often be an advantage to use a PediTurn turnplate for the feet and SupportBelt.To remove 3B-Board, the user moves his/her weight away from the glide board, lifts and then pulls it free (Illustration 8).

Notice

Special features

• Always check the product before use and after washing.
• Never use a defective product. If the product shows signs of wear and tear, it must be scrapped.
• Read these instructions carefully.
• It is important that carers receive instruction in manual handling. Etac offers advice and training for carers.
• For further information, contact Etac.
• Always use the correct manual handling techniques.
• Encourage the user to assist where possible.
• To ensure that the user feels safe and that every manual handling is smooth, always plan the manual handling in advance.
• There is a risk that the user may slide off. Never leave the user alone on the edge of the bed.
• Never leave the product on the floor.
• Always conduct a risk assessment, and ensure that the assistive product can be used for the individual user and, in combination with other devices, that it is safe for the user and carers.
• Never use the product under wet conditions as the underside of the board may become slippery in contact with water.
• Remember to apply brakes to lock the bed and wheelchair (Illustrations 2 + 3).

If in any doubt – please contact Etac.

Material and cleaning

Material: Polyethylene. (HDPE)
The product should be checked regularly, preferably each time it is used. Never try to repair a product yourself. Never use a defective product.

Washing instructions:
3B-Board can be wiped off with soapy water or cleaned with a solvent-free cleaning agent with a pH level between 5-9, or a 70% disinfection solution.

Products and accessories

Combinations

Service Information

Inspection

First inspection:

• Is the packaging intact?
• Read the label on the packaging and check the article no. and product description
• Check that Short Instruction is enclosed – updated User Manual/Instruction for use can be downloaded from www.etac.com or contact your Etac Customer Service or the local dealer.
• Check the label on the product – does it include article no., product description, lot/batch no., cleaning instructions, and supplier name?

Periodic Inspection:

• Make sure that your Manual transfer system always is in perfect condition.
• After washing – always check materials, stitching, handles, and buckles.
• If the product shows signs of wear and tear, it must be removed from service immediately.

Visual inspection/Check the product:

• Ensure that the materials, seams, stitching, handles, buckles are intact/faultless.

Mechanical load or stress/Test handles:

• Draw hard in the handles in opposite directions and control the material, seams and stitching. Test buckles: Lock the buckle and draw in opposite directions, control the buckle and the stitching.

Stability test:

• Try to bend the product verify that it feels firm, stable and solid.

Test low/high friction:

• Place the product on a firm surface or a bed, place your hands on the material and test the friction by pushing your hands down into the product.
• Low friction – slides effortlessly
• High friction – no sliding/moving

Check:
Manual transfer aids with handles, straps and buckles:

Manual transfer aids with for sitting and lying transfer and with high or low friction:

• Production year, month and day
• The product can be scrapped in accordance with national regulations
• Read the user manual

References

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