INVACARE Bedco Backrest Proper Back Support User Manual

Backrest Proper Back Support
User Manual

General

Introduction
Thank you for choosing an Invacare product. This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product. In order to ensure safety when using the  roduct, read the user manual carefully and follo the safety instructions.
Intended Use
The backrest support is intended:

• for persons, who need support to raise up into a sitting position 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 electrically adjustable beds.

Service life
The expected service life of this product is eight years when sed daily and in accordance with the safety instructions, aintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this   anual. he effective service life can vary according to frequency and intensity of use.

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  e made through the provider from whom the product was obtained.
This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
Limitation of liability
Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:

• Non-compliance with the user manual.
• Incorrect use.
• Natural wear and tear.
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party.
• Technical modifications.
• Unauthorized modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare parts.

Safety

General warnings
WARNING!
Risk of injury
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  uch as user manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment.
Continued use of the product with damaged partscould lead to the product malfunctioning, causing injury to the user and/or caregiver.
– Check ALL components and carton for damage, and test components before use. In case of damage or if the product is not working properly, contact a technician or   nvacare for repair.
Labels and symbols on the product

A Motor with identification label
B Backrest
C Pivot Joint Protector
D Pivot Joints
E Hand Control

| Max. User Weight
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| Manufacturer
| WEEE Compliant
| Type B Applied Part
| Insulation Class II
| Read Manual
| This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices. The launch  ate of this product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity.

Usage
Installing Backrest Support

1. Place the Backrest Support A on the head end of the bed. The backrest can be used on top or under the mattress depending on the mattress type in use.
2. Place motor B beside mattress.

Placing Backrest Support on Bed
CAUTION!
Risk Of Injury
To avoid injury from product misuse:
– Ensure straps are free from slides and other moving parts.
– Periodically check that the tension and placement of the backrest support straps remains intact. Adjust as necessary.

1.  Place the first strap A as close as possible to the Backrest Support hinges.
2. Place second strap B as close as possible to head end of bed.
3. If possible, wrap straps around both bed frame and mattress, then tighten. Be careful not overtighten straps.

Adjusting Backrest Support Angle

WARNING!
Risk Of Injury
To avoid injury due to tripping hazards, and/or entangled, pinched, or severed cords:
– Ensure that all cord(s) are routed and secured properly.
– Keep all moving parts free of obstruction (i.e. blankets/sheets, tubing, wiring, cords, etc.) during operation.

1. Press the up æ and down arrows on the hand controls to adjust the angle of the Backrest Support.
2. Release button when desired angle is reached.

Changing Motor Position
WARNING!
Risk of Injury
To avoid injury from spinning motor:
– Do not rotate motor unit more than one complete turn.
– Ensure cable is not too tight.

The motor can be turned to four different positions:

1. Remove bolt/pin A from end of motor B unit.
2. Rotate motor B unit to the desired position and carefully replace the bolt/pin A.

Mounting Motor on the Opposite Side
The motor can be mounted either on the left or on the right side of the Backrest Support.

1. Remove the Backrest Support from the bed.
2. Using the hand control, raise Backrest Support to the highest position.
3. Remove the pivot joint protectors A.
4. Place the Backrest Support on side opposite of motor.
5. Loosen screw B with 6 mm Allen wrench C. Loosen screw only as much as necessary to rotate arm freely.
6. Rotate arm 180 degrees.
7. Reverse steps 3-5 to reassemble Backrest Support.
8. Reinstall Backrest Support onto bed. Refer to Placing Backrest Support on Bed, page 2 .

Accessory Bag
The optional accessory bag is offered for storing the hand control and power supply for the Invacare Bedco Backres Support.

Maintenance

Cleaning
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Death
To avoid electrocution:
– Do not perform service or maintenance on any electrical parts on this product unless properly trained.
– Do not use water or lubrication on any electrical components.
IMPORTANT!
To avoid damaging the product:
– DO NOT use abrasive cleaners to clean the canvas cover.

• Canvas cover is machine washable at a max temperature of 60°C. See attached label on the textile cover for detailed washing instructions.
• With the exception of electronic components, other parts on the Backrest Support can be washed using a damp sponge or 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

Product Parameters
Mechanical Parameters

| Bedco
750| Bedco
900| Bedco
1050| Bedco
1200
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Total width [mm]| 800| 950| 1000| 1200
Backrest width [mm]| 700| 850| 1000| 1200
Backrest Angle| 70°
Weight [kg]| 10.| 10| 11.| 13
Maximum load’ [kg]| 70| 77
Maximum user weight [kg]| 135| 150

1On the middle of the backrest support.
Electrical Parameters

Invacare Sales Contact:

Danmark:
Invacare A/S
Sdr. Ringvej 37
DK-2605 Brøndby
Tel: (45) (0)36 90 00 00
Fax: (45) (0)36 90 00 01
[email protected]
www.invacare.dk| Norge:
Invacare AS
Grensesvingen 9, Postboks 6230,
Etterstad
N-0603 Oslo
Tel: (47) (0)22 57 95 00
Fax: (47) (0)22 57 95 01
[email protected]
www.invacare.no
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Suomi:
Camp Mobility
Patamäenkatu 5, 33900 Tampere
Puhelin 09-35076310
[email protected]
www.campmobility.fi| Sverige:
Invacare AB
Fagerstagatan 9
S-163 53 Spånga
Tel: (46) (0)8 761 70 90
Fax: (46) (0)8 761 81 08
[email protected]
www.invacare.se

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References

• | Invacare DK
• | Invacare SE

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