INVACARE 60133741 Areste L110 Backrest Support User Manual

INVACARE 60133741 Areste L110 Backrest Support

General

Introduction

• This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the product, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions.
• Only use this product if you have read and understood this manual. Seek additional advice from a healthcare professional who is familiar with your medical condition and clarify any questions regarding the correct use and necessary adjustment with the healthcare professional.
• Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice.
• Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website.
• If you find that the font size in the printed document is difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you.
• For more information about the product, for example product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document.
• In case of a serious incident with the product, you should inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your country.

Symbols in this Document

• Symbols and signal words are used in this document and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words.

WARNING

• Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.

CAUTION

• Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE

• Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided.

Tips and Recommendations

• Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, t rouble-free use.

Other Symbols

• (Not applicable for all manuals)

UK Responsible Person

• Indicates if a product is not manufactured in the UK.

Truman

• Indicates recycling and sorting rules (only relevant for France).

Service Life

• The expected service life of this product is five years when used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions, maintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this manual. The effective service life can vary according to frequency and intensity of use.

Limitation of Liability

• Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:
• Non-compliance with the user manual
• Incorrect use
• Natural wear and tear
• This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
• BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference.
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party
• Technical modifications
• Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare parts

Warranty Information

• We provide a manufacturer’s warranty for the product in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of Business in the respective countries.
• Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from whom the product was obtained.

Compliance

• Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of ISO 13485.
• This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 Class I.
• This product features the UKCA mark, in compliance with Part II UK MDR 2002 (as amended) Class I.
• We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on the environment, locally and globally, is reduced to a minimum.
• We only use REACH-compliant materials and components.

Safety

General warnings

WARNING!

• Risk of injury or damage
• Improper use of this product may cause injury or damage.
• Do not use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as user manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, Invacare provider or qualified technician before attempting to use this product.
• Do not make any unauthorized alterations or modifications to the product.
• Do not exceed the maximum load, shown on the product label.
• Do not use or store the product outdoors.

Symbols on the Product

Scope of delivery

• A Rack
  B Position slots

Intended Use

• This is a manual operated backrest, which can be placed in a bed and then support the user in a half laying/sitting position.

Intended use

• The backrest support is intended:
• For persons, who need support when sitting in the bed or who must not lay flat for medical reasons.
• For use on standard private beds in home care and nursing home environments.
• The backrest support is NOT intended:
• For children under 12 years age or psychiatric patients.
• For use on a bed with adjustable backrest.

Intended Users

• The backrest support is intended for adult users, having a physical size equal to or more than 146 cm, a weight equal to or more than 40 kg and a body mass index (BMI) equal to or more than 17.

Indications

• Considerable to be used for persons who needs support to maintain a sitting position in the bed. This can be due to age or general weakness for medical reasons.

Contra-indications

There are no contra-indications known if the backrest support is used as intended.

Usage

General safety information

CAUTION!

• Risk of injury or damage
• Use of the product with damaged parts could lead to the product malfunctioning, causing injury to the user and/or caregiver.
• Check ALL components for damage, and test components before use. In case of damage or if the product is not working properly, contact your Invacare provider for further instructions.

Installing Backrest Support

Place the Backrest Support on the head end of the bed. The backrest support can be used on top or under the mattress depending on the mattress type in use.

NOTICE!

• Any device or component used in combination with the device may affect the function and safety of the product.
• If the backrest support is not installed properly, it may fall down causing damage to the product.
• Do not install the backrest support on a bed with adjustable backrest.
• Ensure the minimal width of the bed where the product will be assembled is minimum 80 cm.
• Ensure that the product is centered on the bed and that there are no obstacles to its movement.
• Use the product for backrest support only; the user should not be seated on the backrest support.

Adjusting Backrest Support Angle

WARNING!

• Risk of personal damage
• There is a risk of entrapment or squeezing, while adjusting the backrest support.
• Pay attention to your fingers.
• The backrest support should be adjusted only when the user is not using the product.
• The rack should not be placed outside one of the five slot positions.
• To adjust the angle from 25º to 75º, move the rack between the five position slots.

Maintenance

Daily inspections

WARNING!

• Risk of injury or damage
• Damaged or worn parts can affect the safety of the backrest support.
• The backrest support should be checked each time it is used.
• Do not use the backrest support if damage is found or you question the safety of any part of the backrest support. Contact your Invacare provider immediately and ensure the backrest support is not used until repairs are made.
• Periodically check stability and rigidity of the product and, where applicable, that the screws are tightened.

Cleaning Intervals

NOTICE!

• Regular cleaning enhances smooth operation, increases the service life and prevents contamination.
• Clean the product:
• regularly while in use,
• before and after any service procedure,
• when it has been in contact with any body fluids,
• before using it for a new user.

Cleaning instructions

All components

• Cleaning agent: We recommend using a mild detergent with neutral or near neutral pH (5-9).
• Commercially available consumer products like hand dishwashing liquid or all-purpose cleaners can be used. Read the instructions on the label of your cleaning agent and use it at the indicated concentration.
• Max. water temperature: 40 °C

1. Wipe surfaces thoroughly with a soft cloth slightly moistened with detergent solution until all visible soil is removed.
2. Remove all detergent residue with a clean damp cloth.
3. Wipe dry using a clean soft cloth.

Lubrication
If necessary, pivot joints can be sprayed with a silicone based lubricant.

After Use

Waste disposal
Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life.
Waste disposal must comply with the laws and regulations pertaining waste handling in each country.

Reuse

WARNING! Risk of Injury

• To avoid injury when transferring the product to a different user:
• Always have a dealer inspect the product for damage prior to transfer.
• If damage is found, do not use the product. Instead contact dealer or Invacare for service.

Technical Data

Materials

CAUTION! Risk of injury or damage The materials used are not flame retardant. Ignition sources can cause burns or fire.

• Backrest support must be placed with a safety space from possible ignition sources (heater, fireplace, etc.)
• The patient and assistants must not smoke while using or operating the backrest support.
• The backrest support must not be placed over heat sources (heater, stove, fireplace, etc.).

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions  [mm]

A| Total width| 615
B| Backrest support width| 555
C| Backrest support max height| 585
D| Base length| 510
E| Backrest support angle| 25° —  75°
Weights  [kg]

Backrest support weight| 3
Maximum user weight| 100

• United Kingdom & Ireland: Invacare Limited Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 200 [email protected] www.invacare.co.uk
• Invacare UK Operations Limited Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ UK
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References

• | Invacare BE
• | Invacare GB
• | Invacare ES
• Invacare France | Large gamme de matériel médical
• | Invacare IT
• | Invacare NL
• | Invacare PT

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