Flo™ 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual
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1. 19 ooo i a E Ta Lom e ree pr NGA NAA APANG GN AAP NAGAWANG 20 IAS Mi c 22 Tine Keyboard Trav OOO Pp ES 23 Storane ODUOUS o Ti M OI Mm tiu I HE I INIM EMEN INN NEP M NEM E HU UE 24 Auxiliary Equipment Supporter Preuve o UIS EFE STE NU PER UA HERE e a URS FREUE RUE 25 Foot Rest 26 GA e 26 Display 27 BNA CS hess am rete nf male i rea was nets acaba ote BATA i 29 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 7 InterMetro Industries Corporation Powers up the Computer EP a esos ooo E eo a PLU vases 30 the CODIDUet iei co pits ba E Seb sa e SUL EE Co R2 30 Troubleshooting computer problems 30 OWS o UDD TNT cce 31 Powering Up the DC Power Supply oes ARANETA 31 Powering Up the AC Inverter Power Supply eee eos poseen o aane ee ope asy aUe eT sess poe Ko GAGA 32 Extended M 32 Remote Puel erii v 33 SS Maitena O e E E 34 ME NINO2. 34 A diustiments nd Pre soe ttt Rx e AN 34 Power Supply B 0665 ura EU EUN eee 34 Power Supply Ar Filters 34 Power Supply Fuse Replacemenb su med eve Tbeb bubo stove 35 Storage and Transport oot e ALA io Io apu NAN 35 Special shipping conditions for Lithium Ion Batteries eese eene eene 35 PONG AN A es ssp UD le MU ML M MC 36 Computer SENOS TT n 36 Plat Panel Display BANA TA NAGIGING ANG 36 ATOUDIESMOON T 37 33 Technical 5 38 Flo 1800 Series Cart Model 1500 Overall NANA e teu aa eet 38 Flo 1300 Series Cart Model 1860 Overall Cart uisum NA AA uode na daa tatis ER o tI 39 Power SUD DIY caeno tn Geen s reenact ase oes cc depu uM MR aa doa op ver acd oed e eom ns t UN 39 Computer soos HN 39 Contacting InterMetro Industries 40 InterMetro Industries Corporation Contact 40
3. the left side of the writing surface with your left hand e Pull the height adjustment handle up e While holding the height adjustment handle up push the writing surface down to the desired height and then release the height adjustment handle Flo 1800 Cart in the Lowest Position Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 21 InterMetro Industries Corporation Keyboard Tray The keyboard tray is located directly underneath the technology bay lt is designed to lock into place when it is fully extended an extra tug may be required to lock it into place and to lock into place when it is recessed all the way back in under the technology bay an extra push may be required to lock it into place This prevents the keyboard tray from moving around while the user is typing or moving the Mobile Workstation Keyboard Tray The keyboard is securely attached to the tray using Velcro The keyboard is typically covered by a clear non latex rubberized membrane that protects the keyboard from liquid spills and splatters lt can be easily cleaned using a hospital safe disinfectant It can also be removed and replaced with a new membrane New membranes can be ordered from InterMetro Customer Service Caution Use caution when moving the keyboard tray to avoid trapping fingers between the keyboard and the workstation base 22 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries C
4. 28 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Computer The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation currently employs the following array of computers e Notebooks e Low power thick clients e Thin clients The computer comes either with a Windows operating system preinstalled or bears a custom image for your location On some configurations it may be necessary to enter the Windows licensing keys The keys and a Windows installation CD are shipped with the cart The thin clients feature Windows XP Embedded For additional information about the operation of the computer and operating system see the operating manuals from the original manufacturers provided with the Mobile Workstation The computer is installed in the technology bay of your Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation In addition to the computer the technology bay houses all the necessary cabling for display mouse keyboard power conditioning to power the computer hardware and optional equipment like barcode scanners or ELC 100 Electric Latching Cabinet Computer in Technology Bay Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 29 InterMetro Industries Corporation Powering up the computer The power button of the computer is normally located in the front of the Mobile Workstation on the technology bay level under the work surface In older models of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation the technology ba
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation AC cord from an AC outlet and switch the ON Extended Storage Switch to the Extended Storage OFF position before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off computers or disconnecting the AC power cord alone will not reduce the risk of electric shock because the Power Supply is internally powered by a battery Warning Risk of Electric Shock DC voltage output power supply The AC power cord is the only means to disconnect the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation from the AC power grid mains The ON Extended Storage Switch on the DC power supply does not disconnect from main power On the other side the power supply employs a battery to provide mobile DC output power Low voltage 10 16 VDC DC power is available from the power supply even when the AC cord is disconnected from an AC outlet To remove DC power put the ON Extended Storage Switch in the Extended Storage OFF position Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation PPP gt Warning Risk of Electric Shock AC inverter power supply The AC power cord is the only means to disconnect the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation from the AC power grid mains The ON OFF switch on the Fuel Gauge controlling the AC power supply does not disconnect from main power On the other side the power supply employs a battery to provide mobile AC output power Hig
6. METRO Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation CA HI 4 9 mme TA Operations Manual 401504 Revision D Copyright O 2007 2010 InterMetro Industries Corporation www metro com THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Notice InterMetro Industries Corporation reserves the right to make improvements or changes to the products described in this manual at any time without notice While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy InterMetro Industries Corporation assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this document or from the use of the information contained herein Copyright Notice This manual is copyrighted All rights reserved This manual may be printed for personal use only This manual whole or in part may not be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form for distribution This manual whole or in part may not be modified without prior consent in writing from InterMetro Industries Corporation Copyright 2007 2010 by InterMetro Industries Corporation 651 North Washington Street Wilkes Barre PA 18705 U S A Floisaregistered trademark of InterMetro Industries Corporation e Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries e Velcro is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B V Contact Inf
7. AND 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION MADE USA ww w metro comflo Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 40 InterMetro Industries Corporation
8. Are the fuses in the power supply intact See if you can cause the problem to occur again This may help you understand the source of the problem and will help you describe the problem if you must call InterMetro Customer Service for technical assistance Additional troubleshooting details are also provided in the Power Supply Operations Manual Supplement for the Power Supply and may be included in other manuals for equipment and software applications included with the workstation Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 37 InterMetro Industries Corporation Technical Specifications Flo 1800 Series Cart Model 1800 Overall Cart Work Surface Height Overall Height Work Surface Dimensions Maximum Work Surface Load Weight Base Dimensions Construction Finish Wheels Input Voltage Battery Technology Computer Communication Display Approvals 38 Adjustable from 32 to 45 51 to 61 depending on adjustment 21 x21 5 108 115 to 130 lbs depending on configuration 19 x 22 Steel Aluminum Industrial powder coat 4 swivel 2 locking 2 non locking 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 5 0 A max NiMH or Li lon Nano Phosphate or Sealed Lead Acid please see applicable Power Supply supplement Various types of thin client thick client and notebook computers Wireless LAN IEEE802 1 1a b g n Various types of flat panel display FCC Part 15 Subpart B Clas
9. Mobile Workstation is suitable for continuous operation Important Product Notices The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation is only CSA certified if the equipment is left in its original configuration as shipped from InterMetro Industries Corporation If the user alters the Mobile Workstation by changing components on adding components to or deleting components from the workstation this will void the CSA certification of the Mobile Workstation and is expressly prohibited by InterMetro Industries Corporation The Power Supply used with the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation is provided with a Hospital Grade or Hospital Only attachment plug for connection to the AC supply circuit To ensure equipment grounding reliability the Power Supply used with the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation should only be connected to AC outlet receptacles which are marked Hospital Grade or Hospital Only Where the integrity of the external protective earth connector arrangement is in doubt equipment shall be operated from its internal electrical power source Disposal Aluminum and steel sections of the cart can be disposed of or recycled Electronic components or printed circuit boards etc shall be disposed of in accordance with local state and federal regulations Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for details for disposal of the Power Supply and it
10. OFF switch for the computer is located in the front underneath the writing surface Depending on your computer configuration the switch may be on the left middle or right side Powering up the display Depress the power switch on the display to turn on the display The display can be left on at all times because a power saving mode shuts down the display when no video signal is present Starting Windows and Wireless Network The computer starts with a Windows operating system preinstalled Depending on the configuration you may have a standard installation or a custom installation for your location that may require you to enter Windows authorization codes All codes along with a Windows installation CD are shipped with the Mobile Workstation For setting up the wireless LAN and connecting to the hospital network consult your IT department 16 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Description of Major Components Depending on your order your Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation will be delivered in a specific configuration The configuration will employ each of the following components The Flo 1800 Base is common among all the different configurations It is made of steel and aluminum with a pneumatic lift and employs a large work surface Power Supplies AC to DC power supply with charger and one of the following types of battery technologies o Se
11. Victor C UstOIeb SEE VICE AA 40 AA Er 40 oo Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation References Document Title Number 402545 Flo MPE 7800 Series NiMH Power Flo MPE 7800 Series Power Supply Operations Manual Supplement Operations Manual Supplement Los NI Flo Li Nano Power Supply Operations Manual Supplement 402547 Flo MPS 3111 SLA Power Supply Operations Manual Supplement L01 450 Operations Manual Tripplite AC Inverter Power Supply HC150 and HC350 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D InterMetro Industries Corporation Introduction Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation s Point of Care Workstation The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation eliminates patient data inaccuracies by allowing nurses and doctors to enter vital data into your hospitals computer systems while directly interacting with their patients Because the Flo 1800 Series uses wireless technology nurses and doctors no longer must leave a patient s room to access a computer hardwired to the hospital s computer network In addition to being wireless Flo 1800 Series contains its own power supply with rechargeable batteries making it completely mobile and eliminating entangling power cords Portable Workstation The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation can also act as a high power platform to give portability to heavy equipment in the hospital I
12. and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to other devices in the vicinity However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to other devices which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving device Increase the separation between the equipment Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the other device s are connected Consult the manufacturer or field service technician for help Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 5 InterMetro Industries Corporation Revision History REV Revision Description De Approved Issue A Initial Release 5 11 07 DAI B Incorporate Review Comments 5 18 07 Karl Haiden Add RoHS Compliance to Specification Section 1 7 08 Karl Haiden Completely revised 6 16 10 Vance Bowman Changed Flo Healthcare to InterMetro Industries Updated specifications procedures and pictures for new model 1860 release Removed power supply details to separate supplements Added Reference Documents table including added power supplies 6 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Cor
13. provides mounting hardware to mount the power supply and offers a foot rest to the user storage space in different options a large writing working surface technology tray for the computer equipment keyboard tray and mounting stalk for the display as well as a pneumatic 13 inch lift to adjust the height explained in detail in the following pages 18 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation These features are Writing Surface The Flo 1800 Base has a large writing surface In addition to using it as a writing surface it allows you to easily navigate Windows and your applications using the attached mouse Writing Surface The writing surface is designed so that it may be easily gripped on the edge all the way around The edge grip is used when you need to raise or lower the workstation The easy to grip edge and a handle at the front of the writing surface allow you to easily grip and maneuver the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation in and around a patient s room or through hospital corridors Caution Only use the edge gripping when raising or lowering the writing surface and rolling the Mobile Workstation around Never attempt to physically lift the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation off the ground by pulling on the edge grip or any other part of the writing surface If you need to lift a Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation off the ground pick it up at the wheelbase Generally this t
14. Series Mobile Computing Workstation systems In the OFF position power is removed from the workstation equipment Press and hold the ON OFF switch on Remote Fuel Gauge for at least 2 seconds to toggle the power supply AC Output from OFF to ON or from ON to OFF The LEDs will come on to indicate that the AC Output is on as well as show the charge level of the battery ON OFF Switch Location of ON OFF Switch Extended Storage If the Mobile Workstation is not used for an extended period of time the power to the workstation equipment should be removed to disconnect the battery from any internal or external equipment and to avoid deep discharges of and possible damage to the battery that would occur if the Power Supply is left on Notice For the DC Power Supply The ON Extended Storage Switch should be put in the Extended Storage OFF position For the AC Inverter Power Supply Press and hold the ON OFF switch on Remote Fuel Gauge for at least 2 seconds to toggle the power supply AC Output from ON to OFF and ensure all the LEDs turn off Long Term Storage Longer than one week If the Mobile Workstation is to be placed in long term storage longer than one week the Power Supply should be fully charged before removing workstation equipment power per the procedure above for Extended Storage 32 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Imp
15. al must be performed by qualified service personnel only For all service items please contact InterMetro Customer Service Caution Do not operate a Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation if it has received a severe impact been knocked over fallen down stairs or otherwise physically damaged Please have a qualified service person inspect all components of the Mobile Workstation for any performance or safety hazard prior to putting it back into service Caution The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation is not designed for use as a general purpose equipment cart Please do not apply heavy loads to the cart top surface The maximum design load safe working load limit for the Mobile Workstation is 5 Ibs Caution Ensure that the AC power supply cord is located and secured so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Please secure the AC power cord plug in the retaining clips provided on the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation when it is unplugged from the AC outlet in order to prevent accidental tripping and physical damage to the cord plug or electrical insulation To prevent damage to any cords or connectors when disconnecting always grasp and pull by the connector and not the cord Do not operate the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation with damaged cords or connectors Please replace the damaged component immediately Contact InterMetro Customer Service for replacement parts and service Caution
16. aled Lead Acid SLA o Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH O Lithium Iron Nano Phosphate Li Nano AC Output Inverter power supply with charger and Sealed Lead Acid batteries primarily for higher power requirements and portable applications Remote Fuel Gauge Optional Mobile Workstation Power Supply Management Software Computers Notebooks Low power thick clients Thin clients Wireless PC Card Display Active LCD Display typically single with high definition or dual displays optional Optional adjustable up down mount Mouse Any UL certified optical or ball PS 2 or USB mouse Keyboard Any UL certified PS 2 or USB keyboard Optional tilting keyboard tray Optional Barcode Scanner CCD USB Scanner Approved laser scanner Optional Storage Basket Front or rear mounting Storage cabinet with optional mechanical or electronic locking Provisions for optional auxiliary equipment Video camera with mount Shelving for codec s separately powered fetal monitor etc Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 17 InterMetro Industries Corporation Flo 1800 Base The Flo 1800 Base is the backbone of every Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Antenna Writing Surface Keyboard gt Base Deck Casters E Flo 1800 Series Base Shown with Single Display The Base features casters to wheel it around easily
17. ansported by the properly equipped 1800 Series Mobile Workstation and shall not be connected to or powered by the Workstation Power Supply The Fetal Monitor shall be plugged into a separate properly rated wall outlet by its own AC cord Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 25 InterMetro Industries Corporation Foot Rest Base The base deck of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation is designed to be used as a footrest while either standing or sitting Placing your feet on the deck will not cause any problems with the power supply Casters The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation is configured with two locking and two non locking casters The two locking casters are on the front of the workstation Lock To lock a caster in the front press its locking tab down Unlock To unlock a caster lift its locking tab up Flo 1800 Base Casters 26 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Flat Panel Display The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation comes typically with an LCD display The standard display is capable of displaying screen resolutions of up to 1280x1024 pixels Optionally the Flo 1800 may come with a larger display or in a dual display configuration in either landscape or portrait In order to avoid damaging the display s screen do not press the screen with your fingers A soft clean lint free cloth or a lens brush of camel hair should be used to cl
18. ask requires two 2 people Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 19 InterMetro Industries Corporation Height Adjustment The height adjustment handle is used to adjust the height of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation The writing surface height can be set within a 13 inch dynamic range of adjustment making it easier to type and read the display from either a standing or sitting position Height Adjustment Handle Raising the Perform the following steps to raise the writing work surface of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation using the height adjustment Workstation s Writing handle Surface e Stand in front of the workstation and grasp the height adjustment handle with your right hand e Grab the left side of the writing surface with your left hand e Pull the height adjustment handle up e While holding the height adjustment handle up lift the writing surface to the desired height and then release the height adjustment handle Flo 1800 Cart at the Highest Position 20 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Lowering the Perform the following steps to lower the writing work surface of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation using the height adjustment Workstation s Writing handle Surface e Stand in front of the workstation and grasp the height adjustment handle with your right hand
19. ePO or Sealed Lead Acid SLA Alternately the Flo 1800 may be equipped with an AC Inverter with SLA batteries especially to supply portable AC power to a high power equipment load Notice The preparation and operation of the Power Supply are detailed in the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed The Power Supply is designed for continuous operation and service is not interrupted by plugging in or unplugging the Power Supply Powering Up the DC Power Supply The DC Power Supply is controlled by the ON Extended Storage Switch located on the Power Supply that is typically mounted on the bottom of the Mobile Computing Workstation In the ON position power supply provides DC voltage power to the 1800 Series Mobile Computing Workstation systems In the Extended Storage position power is removed from the workstation equipment On Storage NiMH MPE 7800 Li Nano MPS 4007 MPS 4008 Example Locations of ON Extended Storage Switch Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 3l InterMetro Industries Corporation Powering Up the AC Inverter Power Supply The AC Inverter Power Supply is controlled by the ON OFF Switch located on the Remote Fuel Gauge that is located on the display stalk of the workstation In the ON position the power supply provides AC voltage power to the Flo 1800
20. ean the screen Never pour or spray any type of liquid onto the display Additional information about the operation of the display can be found in the operating manual from the original manufacturer provided with the Mobile Workstation For additional information please contact InterMetro Customer Service Powering Up the Display Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation power supply must be turned ON first before turning ON the display The ON OFF switch for the display is located on the display and may be turned ON OFF as required Adjusting Display To adjust different parameters on the display like brightness contrast Parameters color etc please refer to the display s user manual which is shipped with the Mobile Workstation Notice In order to increase the run time of your Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation with one charge of the power supply battery the display s brightness should not be set higher than 15 Depending on the make of display it is factory set from O to 1596 f for any reason the brightness is set to a higher value set it back to less than 1596 for an increased run time Flat Panel Display Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 2T InterMetro Industries Corporation Adjusting the Display To adjust the display position to tilt up or down grab the top and Position bottom in each hand and move the top forward or back to the position desired A Display Tilted Up
21. ective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for requirements and details on battery preparation and initial charging of the Power Supply To charge the battery For DC output power supplies plug the coiled AC power cord into an outlet and put the ON Extended Storage Switch into the ON position see Turning on the Power Supply below For AC Inverter power supplies plug the coiled AC power cord into AC outlet only It is not necessary to turn on the supply Notice For further information on power supply charge times and on the charge indicator lights of the Remote Fuel Gauge please refer to the respective Power Supply supplement Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 13 InterMetro Industries Corporation Turning on the Power Supply Turning on the DC Output Power Supply If so equipped the DC Output Power Supply of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Computing Workstation must be turned on to power all the workstation equipment The Power Supply is controlled by the ON Extended Storage Switch located on the Power Supply that is typically mounted on the bottom of the workstation ON Extended In the ON position the power supply provides power to the Flo 1800 Series otorage Switch Mobile Computing Workstation systems If the workstation is not used for an extended period of time the ON Extended Storage Switch should be put
22. equirements and details on battery preparation for the Power Supply Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 35 InterMetro Industries Corporation Power Savings In order to conserve power and enjoy a long run time with a single battery charge several parameters need to be set on the workstation computer and display Computer Settings Two parameters need to be set on the workstation computer 1 OFF any computer screen saver Some screen savers require a high amount of computational power and cause high power consumption 2 Through the Windows Control Panel open the Power Options Properties and set it to the following Power Options Properties Power Schemes Advanced Hibernate UPS Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings Far this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify the selected scheme Power schemes Settings for Partable Laptop power scheme Turn off monitor After 5 mins Turn off hard disks Never System standby Never gt System hibernates Never i Power Options Properties Control Panel Caution Under no circumstances should the computer Power schemes be set to Always On the setting significantly reduces power supply run time on batteries and may cause the computer equipment to overheat Flat Panel Display Settings The Flat Panel Display brightness
23. ge bin can be deployed in one two or three drawer versions The storage bin can be configured to be locked with a TouchPoint pin cipher lock or with an ELC 100 Electric Latching Cabinet system The ELC 100 storage bin can be unlocked through the workstation computer or optional stand alone credentialing device such as a keypad The storage bin can hold anything up to a maximum total weight of 10 105 The additional weight will however make adjusting the Mobile Workstation height more difficult Flo 1800 Two Drawer Storage Bin with Pin Cipher Lock option 24 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Auxiliary Equipment Support The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation has provisions and optional high capacity Power Supply to support additional options and auxiliary equipment e Video camera A mount and cabling can be provided for a camera for video conferencing and telemedicine The camera is usually mounted above the monitor s in an operational system Video Camera Mounted above Display Shelf for heavy equipment for portable operation An optional auxiliary shelf is available to hold heavy equipment such as a codec used for video conferencing and telemedicine or to transport separately powered heavy equipment such as a Fetal Monitor Codec in Auxiliary Shelf Flo 1800 Series showing Fetal Monitor Notice The Fetal Monitor is a separate piece of equipment tr
24. h voltage and current AC voltage 120 or 230 VAC nominal power is available from the power supply even when the AC cord is disconnected from an AC outlet To remove AC power press the ON OFF switch on the Fuel Gauge for at least 2 seconds and ensure that all the LEDs turn off DANGER Risk of Explosion The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation and the Power Supply are not for use in hazardous classified locations Do not use the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation nor recharge the Power Supply battery in oxygen enriched areas areas where flammable anesthetics are used or stored or any other hazardous classified location Caution Use caution when moving the keyboard tray to avoid trapping fingers between the keyboard and the workstation base Caution USA 240 V If a Flo 1800 Series Mobile Computing Workstation with an MPE 7800 series or MPS 4007 power supply is connected to a 240 V supply system in the United States of America USA it shall be a center tapped single phase supply circuit Caution Tripplite AC Inverter Input The Tripplite AC Inverter is configured for only one nominal voltage range of the two ranges available The AC Inverter configured for the North American region can only operate on a nominal input voltage on 120 VAC 60 Hz The AC Inverter for the International region can only operate on a nominal input voltage of 230 VAC 50 Hz Electromagnetic Interference EMI Recommendations This equipment generates uses
25. he Workstation AC Inverter Power Supply ON OFF Switch A Press and hold the ON OFF switch on Remote Fuel Gauge for 2 seconds to toggle the power supply AC Output ON The LEDs will come on to indicate the AC Output is on as well as charge level of the battery Important Notice Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Computing Workstation for the Power Supply installed for further details of the ON OFF Switch and the requirements for long term more than one week storage T ON OFF Switch Location of ON OFF Switch Warning Risk of Electric Shock The power supply employs a battery to provide mobile AC output power High voltage and current AC voltage 120 or 230 VAC nominal power is available from the power supply even AC cord is disconnected from an AC outlet Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Computing Workstation for the Power Supply installed for the proper way to completely remove inverted AC power Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 15 InterMetro Industries Corporation Powering up the Computer Equipment Powering up the computer You can power up the Mobile Workstation during the initial charge equipment The equipment has been designed to operate while mobile or when plugged into an AC outlet Power Switch Example Location of Computer Power Switch The ON
26. in the Extended Storage OFF position The switch position disconnects the battery from any internal or external equipment and avoids deep discharges of the battery which can cause damage to the battery Important Notice Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Computing Workstation for the Power Supply installed for further details of the ON Extended Storage Switch and the requirements for long term more than one week storage On Storage NiMH MPE 7800 SLA MPS 3111 Li Nano 5 4007 MPS 4008 Example Locations of ON Extended Storage Switch 14 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation A Warning Risk of Electric Shock The power supply employs a battery to provide mobile DC output power Low voltage 10 16 VDC DC power is available from the power supply even when the AC cord is disconnected from an AC outlet Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Computing Workstation for the Power Supply installed for the proper way to completely remove DC power Turning on the AC Inverter Power Suppl If so equipped the AC Inverter Power Supply of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Computing Workstation must be turned on to power all the workstation equipment The Power Supply is controlled by the ON OFF Switch located on the Remote Fuel Gauge that is located on the display stalk of t
27. ormation InterMetro Industries Corporation North Washington Street Wilkes Barre PA 18705 Phone 1 800 992 1776 http www metro com flo FCC Information This device complies with FCC Rules part 15 Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user s expense Warning Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by InterMetro Industries Corporation could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the FCC Class A limits Industry Canada This class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Inte
28. orporation Tilting Keyboard Tray Option The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation can be deployed with an optional tilting keyboard tray for ergonomic comfort Tilting Keyboard Tray When the tray is fully extended it can be adjusted by lifting the front edge until a click is heard indicating the first and lowest tilt position and then releasing it The tray can be adjusted to one of three tilt positions To lower the tray to the original bottom horizontal untilted position lift the tray all the way up and drop it back to the bottom position while holding the front edge of the tray Lifting Tilting Keyboard Tray to Adjust Position Caution Do not push the keyboard tray in while it is in a tilted position Lift the tray all the way up and drop it back to the bottom position while holding the front edge of the tray before pushing it in Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 23 InterMetro Industries Corporation Storage Options The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation can be deployed with storage designed to carry documents accessories or supplies needed by a nurse or doctor The basket is very sturdy and can hold virtually anything up to a maximum weight of 10 lbs The additional weight will however make adjusting the workstation height more difficult A variety of baskets can be mounted at the front or rear of Flo 1800 cart Flo 1800 Basket Option Mounted on Back of Cart The stora
29. ortant Notice DC Power Supply Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Computing Workstation for the DC Power Supply installed for further details of the ON Extended Storage Switch and the requirements for long term more than one week storage Important Notice AC Inverter Power Supply Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Computing Workstation for the AC Inverter Power Supply installed for further details of the Fuel Gauge ON OFF Switch and the requirements for long term more than one week storage Remote Fuel Gauge To monitor the charge level of the Power Supply battery cells when operating on mobile power a Remote Fuel Gauge is connected to the power supply The embedded Remote Fuel Gauge is located just below the display in the stalk and gives the user the current battery status at eye level height Remote Fuel Gauge The LED s of the Remote Fuel Gauge will always display the battery s charge level whether the computer is operating or not Notice The functions of the Remote Fuel Gauge are detailed in the respective supplemental operations manual included with the workstation for the Power Supply installed Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 33 InterMetro Industries Corporation Cleaning Use Flo Cleaner foaming aerosol available from InterMetro Indust
30. poration Table of Contents E E COL cA 7 MEE ENT 9 HATOOUCHION N 10 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Works daw 10 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Overview nennen nnne enne n nnne nnns 10 nur e rx ECHTE 11 Eou pmen CA NINGAS 11 Iunpotrtant Product NOUCES iode a duet dosi eda Nets Rec abo asa 12 TIS POS al Mot r 12 iz 13 ene a Na haka 13 Spec S Mtf 13 Power Supply 13 on the Power tu esten mf tud RADIIS DELE 14 Tutning on the DC Output Power Supply a NGAGE 14 during on the AC Inverter Power Supply su NANANA NANA 15 Powermp up the Computer AA 16 Starting Windows and Wireless NGA WO s bod bus Vases ttf ks towers Uu an Mv URDU URL 16 SSS OPIU O a aa ee HT 17 Description OF Major COMPONENIN ak Labanan NAGGING GG OU UN RET Ra e 17 TOT GOW DAA tas NAMANA NG a us Sb EE LL GB Aa Naa iq uis toi 18 WEIS SULA CS sa E
31. r Power supplies equipped with an air filter require periodic maintenance Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for requirements and details of periodic air filter cleaning and replacement 34 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Power Supply Fuse Replacement Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for requirements and details of Power Supply fuse replacement Caution For continued protection against risk of fire replace only with the same type and rating of fuse Storage and Transport Conditions Environmental conditions for shipping and storage are Ambient temperature range of 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 160 F Relative humidity range of 10 to 100 Atmospheric pressure range of 14 76 in Hg to 31 29 in Hg Special shipping conditions for Lithium Ion Batteries Caution The following applies to Power Supplies using Lithium lon type batteries only In accordance with USDOT and IATA regulations the Lithium lon cells shall not be shipped or transported in another vehicle on public roads with the Lithium lon cells or battery packs connected Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for r
32. rations Manual Supplement that is supplied with your Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Computer Equipment For computer equipment like computer display mouse keyboard etc please refer to the equipments user manuals which are supplied with your Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 30 InterMetro Industries Corporation Contacting InterMetro Industries Corporation InterMetro Industries Corporation Contact Information InterMetro Industries Corporation 651 North Washington Street Wilkes Barre PA 18705 Phone 1 800 992 1776 http www metro com flo InterMetro Customer Service For all customer service related issues or if you need technical assistance please call our customer service department at 1 800 992 1776 Repair To return equipment for repair WILKES BARRE PAUSA pE e Have model and serial numbers ready COMPUTING WORK STATION NIN i LAM MODEL 1595 obtain a RMA number NM LL Please write the RMA number on the air bill in the reference US PATENTS 6493220 amp 6 721 178 section on the outside of the package ul e Return the equipment to T V 060 InterMetro Industries Corporation n mM 5801 Goshen Springs Road Suite A Norcross GA 30071 Z CE THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF FCC RULES OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE
33. rface Causing Equipment Regulations Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Regulatory Compliance This system was tested and complies with UL 60601 1 CAN CSA C22 22 No 601 1 and IEC EN 60601 1 1 medical safety standards Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 3 InterMetro Industries Corporation Symbol Explanations GP C US CERTIFIED TO UL 60601 1 230691 EGENT IN K The product is CSA certified with respect to electrical shock fire and mechanical hazards only in accordance with UL 60601 1 CAN CSA C22 22 No 601 1 and IEC EN 60601 1 1 as Type B CANICSA C22 2 NO 6011 Patient Care Medical Equipment suitable for use in patient vicinity 1 Type B Applied N Attention consult accompanying documents Important Safety Instructions This document contains important safety and operating instructions for the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstations Please read all instructions and cautionary markings on the Mobile Workstation before putting it into service gt gt gt gt gt Caution User maintenance consists of cleaning minor external adjustments periodic tightening of fasteners and the like For safety purposes any and all servicing other than the procedures detailed in the Maintenance section of this manu
34. ries Corporation or an equivalent mild hospital disinfectant to clean the exposed surfaces of the workstation on a regular basis Flo Cleaner is compatible with all of the components of the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Dampen soft cloth with Cleaner or equivalent cleaner Wipe surfaces until clean Do not spray Flo Cleaner into any openings like air vents on display or power supply etc of the mobile clinical work station Do not use Flo Cleaner for medical devices used for patient contact EKG contacts etc Adjustments and Tightening Periodic checks should be performed for tightness of fasteners and screws For additional details please contact InterMetro Customer Service Power Supply Batteries Power Supply Batteries have a charge cycle lifetime based on technology and may need periodic replacement Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for details of battery replacement for the Power Supply or contact InterMetro Customer Service Power Supplies using Lithium lon type batteries are subject to special shipping conditions and are not connected during shipment due to USDOT and IATA regulations Please refer to the respective supplemental operations manual included with the Mobile Workstation for the Power Supply installed for requirements and details on battery preparation for the Power Supply Power Supply Air Filte
35. s A Industry Canada Class A UL60601 1 and CSA C22 2 No 601 1 Select models carry the following additional approvals IEC EN 60601 1 1 Safety Medical Equipment IEC EN 60601 1 2 EMC Medical Equipment RoHS compliant RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Flo 1800 Series Cart Model 1860 Overall Cart Work Surface Height Adjustable from 35 to 48 Overall Height 54 to 67 depending on adjustment Work Surface Dimensions 22 x 18 Maximum Work Surface Load 5 Ibs Weight 120 to 150 105 depending on configuration Base Dimensions Construction Finish Wheels Input Voltage Battery Technology Computer Communication Display Approvals Power Supply 19 x 22 Steel Aluminum Industrial powder coat 4 swivel 2 locking 2 non locking 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 5 1 A max NiMH or Li lon Nano Phosphate or Sealed Lead Acid please see applicable Power Supply supplement Various types of thin client thick client and notebook computers Wireless LAN IEEE802 1 1a b g n Various types of flat panel display FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A Industry Canada Class A UL60601 1 and CSA C22 2 No 601 1 Select models carry the following additional approvals IEC EN 60601 1 1 Safety Medical Equipment IEC EN 60601 1 2 EMC Medical Equipment RoHS compliant RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC For Power Supply please refer to the Power Supply Ope
36. s batteries used with the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Sealed Lead Acid Battery bX ae we The SLA Power Supply contains a sealed lead acid battery This battery must be recycled Disposal of this battery must be in AA Ea Not ORDA ONES or AU BATI accordance with local state and federal regulations In Canada disposal must be in compliance with Canadian environmental protection laws For further information call InterMetro Customer Service 12 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Getting Started Unpacking The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation will arrive fully assembled and fully functional at the customer s site in a cardboard box After cutting the strapping bands lift the top of the box over the Mobile Workstation In order to avoid any injury two 2 people shall lift the Mobile Workstation from the padding blocks The workstation may weigh between 115 and 150 lbs depending on the configuration Inspection After the Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation has been unpacked the user should inspect the unit for any shipping damage If there is any damage please contact InterMetro Customer Service immediately Power Supply Preparation Before placing a Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation into service the Power Supply battery may need to be connected and should be initially charged for a full 24 hours Important Notice Please refer to the resp
37. should not be set higher than 15 To adjust the brightness parameter of the display please refer to the display s user manual which is shipped with the Mobile Workstation See Adjusting Display Parameters in Flat Panel Display section above 36 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Troubleshooting Use the tips in this section as a guide They include solutions to the simplest problems as well as things to observe when trying to diagnose problems Consider the following If a problem occurs while you re working stop immediately If you continue you may lose data and destroy problem related information Observe what is happening Write down what the computer and any optional devices are doing as well as what actions you took immediately before the problem occurred Is the computer running Are the cables properly attached to the back of the power supply Which part of the system is operating erratically Keyboard Disk Flash Drive Radio Display Power Supply Each produces different symptoms What program and or optional devices are you using What appears on the screen Do you see any messages or random characters Look up any messages in the documentation for your software Are any LEDs illuminated Which ones on which devices Do you hear any beeps How many Are they long or short Is the computer making any unusual noises Are the locking wheels locked or unlocked
38. t can be configured to be a portable teleconferencing station to move to the point of care communicating across a wireless network It can carry large equipment such as a Fetal Monitor to allow it to double as transport for the equipment and point of care data entry workstation Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Overview The rendered image below shows the major components that comprise a Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Active Matrix Display Ant Writing Fuel Gauge Surface _ 5 WII Technology Bay Height Adjust Eu Handle E Keyboard Tray AC Power Cord Base Deck amp Casters C Power Supply Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation 10 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Features The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation features Rugged steel aluminum construction built to last Multiple DC AC power supply options with remote fuel gauge at the user s eye level Available power supply rechargeable battery technologies are Sealed Lead Acid SLA Nickel Metal Hydride NIMH and Lithium lon Nano Phosphate Li Nano Higher power AC inverter available for supplying higher equipment loads Several computer options Notebook computers O Low power thick client computers Thin clients Fully integrated 2 4 GHz radio with antenna optional dual band 2 4 and 5 0 GHz radio with antenna Acti
39. ve LCD Display typically single with high definition or dual display optional Full size keyboard and mouse Optional bar code scanner connected to USB or PS 2 ports Large work surface and full range 13 inch pneumatic height adjustment Storage options such as basket locking storage cabinet Provisions for optional auxiliary equipments mount for video camera shelving for codec s separately powered fetal monitor etc User manuals of workstation power supply and employed equipment Computer display etc included Equipment Classification The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation is CSA certified with respect to electric shock fire and mechanical hazards only in accordance with UL 60601 1 and CAN CSA 22 2 No 601 1 as Type B Patient Care Medical Equipment suitable for use in patient vicinities The Mobile Workstation is Class Equipment that is also internally powered According to the degree of protection against electric shock the Mobile Workstation is a Type B applied part According to the degree of protection against ingress of water the Mobile Workstation is considered ordinary Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual 401504 Revision D 11 InterMetro Industries Corporation Warning Risk of Explosion The Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation and the Power Supply are not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide The
40. y is located behind the keyboard tray and vertically against the column Power switch is on the right side next to the column on the side of the technology bay Power Switch When computer located behind keyboard tray Example Locations of Power Button In order to power up the computer press the power button for less than one second and the computer will boot up If the display stays black make sure that the display has been turned ON see Powering Up the Display under the Flat Panel Display section above Turning off the computer The computer is typically shut down with the Windows shutdown feature To perform a hardware shut down of the computer depress the power button for at least 4 seconds Troubleshooting computer problems If the computer equipment does not function properly please refer first to the computer manufacturer s user manual which is shipped with the Mobile Workstation If your problem is not addressed in the computer s user manual please consult your IT department If the IT department determines a hardware defect please contact InterMetro Customer Service 30 Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation Operations Manual InterMetro Industries Corporation Power Supply Your Flo 1800 Series Mobile Workstation may be equipped with a DC Power Supply providing a DC voltage output with one of the following battery technologies Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH Lithium lon Nano Phosphate Li Nano or LiF
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