Sterling 1, 2 & 3 SXxxxx series Section Operating Instructions Issue 2

INDEX

1. GENERAL INFORMATION – WARNINGS & CAUTIONS 2. HOW TO USE – a. LOCKING & UNLOCKING THE WHEELS b. ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE COUCH c. ALTERING THE BACKREST & FOOTREST ANGLES d. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 3. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 4. MAINTENANCE 5. WARRANTY 6. TECHNICAL DATA

SEERS STERLING COUCH – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PAGES

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION. CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Sterling Couch from SEERS MEDICAL LTD. If these operating instructions are adhered too, this product will provide many years of safe use. IF THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED - YOUR WARRANTY COULD BE INVALID! Always keep these Operating Instructions available for reference. ALL User Interfaces are identified by the DARK GREY COLOUR.

WARNINGS! Warnings identify potential hazards which if not followed correctly, could result in serious injury, or possibly even death!

 Ensure electric couches are not used in the presence of flammable gasses such as an anaesthetic agent.  DO NOT EXCEED the Maximum Safe Working Load of 200kgs (440 lbs) – which must be distributed evenly across the working surface  Do not concentrate uneven weight on either side of the couch.  When the plug is disconnected, this acts as a disconnect device.  Use only accessories that have been designed or approved for use with this couch.  Children must not play with the couch at any time.  Adequately supervise children in the proximity of the couch.

CAUTIONS! Cautions identify circumstances which if not followed correctly, could result in failure or damage of the equipment!

Attention refer to these Operating Instructions for further information

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2. HOW TO USE. a.

WHEELS

Lever UP = Wheels UNLOCKED

Lever down = Wheels LOCKED

WARNING! This Couch is not designed for patient transportation Ensure Wheels are retracted prior to patient transfer or treatment. Disconnect the electric lead prior to re-locating the couch, ensuring the lead is not trapped in the mechanism. b.

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE COUCH

Electric Elevation Controls

1 Way Foot Switch (optional extra)

1 Way Hand Switch (standard)

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c.

ALTERING THE BACK REST & FOOT SECTION ANGLE (SX2007 & SX3008) 1.

2. 3.

4.

d.

To raise the backrest or foot rest, simply grasp the release lever towards the upholstery and adjust the backrest to the angle desired. Releasing the lever automatically locks the section at that angle. To lower, grasp the lever again, and lower the backrest to the required angle. Releasing the lever automatically locks the section.

PAPER TOWEL HOLDER (optional accessory SX1057, SX2007 & SX3008) To fit and change the paper towel, simply spring the frame outwards, and remove the tube. Place the towel roll onto the tube and refit into paper towel holder, by springing frame out gently. Releasing the frame once the tube is in place.

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e.

SIDE SUPPORTS & RAILS (optional accessories for model SX1057) WARNING!

f. g.

Children must not play with the couch at any time. Adequately supervise children in the proximity of the couch. Ensure the Side Support Rails are Fully Engaged into Socket prior to use

To Raise the side support rail, simply lift and rotate 180 degrees, and then engage fully into socket.

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3.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Disconnect the couch from the mains power supply prior to carrying out any cleaning or decontaminating. DO NOT SATURATE PRODUCT IF PRODUCT GETS SATURATED DURING CLEANING, THIS COULD ACCELERATE CORROSION, REDUCING PRODUCTS LENGTH OF SERVICE.

General Cleaning: To get rid of any dust or marks on the surface the Faux Leather MUST be wiped DAILY with a moist soft cotton cloth. Visible and loose dirt can be picked up with a vacuum cleaner (Do not use a brush type vacuum) Use a soapy cotton cloth and gently rub stains with circular movements. For more stubborn marks a dilute bleach solution can be used 5% Bleach to 95% Water. Stain Removal: Blot excess liquid as quickly as possible with a clean 100% cotton white absorbent cloth or sponge. If necessary use clean warm water. Clean the entire area where the spot occurred on the cushion, arm etc. Water may dissolve dirt particles and make cleaning easier. Spills that are still moist are the easiest to remove. Leave to air dry naturally, do not use a hair dryer etc to speed up the drying. Coffee, tea etc spills: Use an absorbent white cloth or piece of paper. DO NOT RUB. Allow the stain to be absorbed and removed from the material surface. Then rub gently with white tissue paper in circular movements to remove any remaining dampness and residue. Ink, Ball point pen, Denim, hard stains: Rub the stain by means of gentle circular movements with tissue dampened with 96°alcohol and water (1:1) After this rub the surface with gentle circular movement with tissue paper to dry it. Butter, oil, grease stains: Wipe excess butter, oil or grease off the surface with a clean 100% Cotton white dry cloth. Use a soapy cotton cloth and gently rub the stain with circular movements. Use a clean damp cloth to wipe the area and dry the surface. Chewing gum: Place ice cubes in a plastic bag and apply on the chewing gum. Wait several minutes, lift the ice bag and remove the chewing gum. DO NOT USE CHEMICALS, SADDLE SOAP, CLEANING SOLVENTS, FURNITURE POLISH, OILS, VARNISH, ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR AMMONIA IN WATER. DOC No. 03-015-UM

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Frequency of routine couch cleaning will depend on exact application. 1. Ensure the couch is in a suitable area for cleaning. 2. The couch wheels must be LOCKED. 3. Disconnect from mains power supply. 4. Control handsets can be wiped over using an alcohol wipe. 5. Prepare a solution from the guidelines detailed above. 6. DO NOT SATURATE PRODUCT – This should be a wipe down – not a soaking! 7. Start by cleaning the top surface of the couch, working down onto the frames below, ensuring to not accidentally activate any of the release levers, or user interface parts. 8. Ensure the couch is dry before re-use. 9. Safely discard of cleaning materials. 10. Wash hands thoroughly. If DECONTAMINATING the couch then repeat steps above using a dilute Hypochlorite & warm water mixture (mixed at 10,000ppm) instead of warm water and soap. It is crucial that any staining is treated as soon as possible but never later than 24 hours. Delays in cleaning will give stains time to react with the plasticiser in the faux leather making it more and more difficult to remove.

Note: These are recommended or suggested methods of cleaning. The manufacturer is not responsible for damage incurred while cleaning. Always try the cleaning method in a hidden area first to see the results. Remember if you are not sure contact you customer representative before proceeding.

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4. MAINTENANCE

WARNING! Disconnect the couch from the mains power supply prior to carrying out any maintenance. All electrical maintenance should be performed by a suitably qualified person. BLUE or BROWN wires must not be connected to any earth terminal.

1.

A visual inspection should be carried out daily prior to use.

2.

Regular servicing should be carried out a minimum of every 12 months or more frequently if the couch is in constant use.

3.

Routine servicing or repair must only be performed by suitably qualified people.

4.

Look for any visual signs of damage. Ensure all nuts, bolts and other fasteners are present and fitted where expected. If loose (can be undone by hand), re- tighten using suitable tools – but taking care to not over tighten as this could cause binding, juddering, identifiable by a likely creaking noise

5.

Upholstery fixings should be checked regularly and tightened if loose. DO NOT USE PRODUCT IF ANY UPHOLSTERY FIXING SCREWS ARE MISSING!

6.

Check hinge pins are secured correctly by the e clips. IF THESE ARE MISSING DO NOT USE COUCH!

7.

Check gas struts operate smoothly and correctly throughout all ranges of movement. The upholstered section should lock once the release lever is no longer operated.

8.

Check the power cable and connecting leads on hand and foot switch controls, looking for any cuts, abrasions or any other deterioration that may have occurred and replace if necessary.

9.

Ensure that the mains power supply plug is attached securely to the control box.

10.

Check mains plug connections are tight and the correct fuse is fitted to the mains plug if applicable.

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5. WARRANTY

A twelve months SEERS Medical Ltd. warranty applies to this Sterling Couch, with detailed terms and conditions available on request. This contains full details of warranty terms for Sterling Range Couches and does not affect your statutory rights. For any further information on this product, regarding spares, warranty, service or maintenance information, please contact:

SEERS MEDICAL Limited Kenton Road Debenham Suffolk IP14 6LA T: +44 (0)1728 861590 F: +44 (0)1728 861868 E: [email protected] W: www.seersmedical.com © SEERS MEDICAL Limited

Manufactured in the UK by SEERS MEDICAL Limited. As part of our ongoing development programme SEERS MEDICAL Limited reserves the right to modify specifications and materials of this couch without prior notice.

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6. TECHNICAL DATA Index / Model No.

SX1057

SX2007

SX3008

Elevation Control

Electric

Electric

Electric

Overall Length (cm)

186

191

191

Head Length (cm)

-

63

52

Mid Length (cm)

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-

43

Foot Length (cm)

-

125

93

64 or 70

64 or 70

64 or 70

Minimum Height (cm)

46

46

46

Maximum Height (cm)

99

99

99

Safe Working Load & Lifting Capacity

200 Kg (440lbs)

200 Kg (440lbs)

200 Kg (440lbs)

Configuration

Width (cm)

Electrical Data 230 v Actuator / Control Box

115 v

220-240v AC 50Hz 1100mA

120v AC 60Hz 2400mA

Output Voltage

29v

29v

Power

175vA

175vA

Mains Plug Fuse Rt (UK)

5.0A x 1

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IEC 601-1 Classification Double Insulated

Class 1 Earthed

Class Class 1

Class 1

Type B Equipment

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SEERS MEDICAL Limited Kenton Road Debeham Suffolk IP14 6LA t: +44 (0)1728 861590 f: +44 (0)1728 861868 e: [email protected] w: www.seersmedical.com © SEERS MEDICAL Limited 2010

The

mark on this product demonstrates conformity with the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.

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