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User Manual for Harvington beds

1. engages with a click Both upper amp lower rails are now locked in the foe wa Sidera upper position correctly spaced Vae w release Repeat the procedure at the foot end eee For occupant safety always lift amp lock the siderails at the head end first TO LOWER Hold the UPPER siderail amp lift slightly until it stops This action unlocks the release button on the side of the head footboard Press amp hold the button amp gently lower the siderails until they rest on the stop at the bottom of the track NEVER let go of the rails amp allow them to drop For occupant safety always lower the rails at the foot end first ADJUSTING THE FOWLER POSITION KNEE BREAK The Fowler position knee break is adjusted on ratchet mechanisms attached to the leg lift section and can be adjusted both manually and electrically There are 6 positions available so that you can achieve the correct angle for a particular users knees MANUAL ADJUSTMENT Raise the leg lift section electrically to a chosen height and then holding one of the mattress retaining handles lift the foot section until it clicks and remains at the position you require To lower lift fully to its highest position you will hear clicks then lower until the foot section rests on the mattress support unit ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT Raise the leg lift section electrically until you achieve the required knee angle Lower electrically until you hear 1 clic
2. max 2 mins in 18 mins 10 Operating voltage Power reception Power duration Appliance type B Safety class II E Weight of bed CB3E 200 90 Harvington bed 177 kg without mattress Safe Working Load refer to P 9 Harvington 260 kg 41 stones EN 1970 08 2000 EN 60601 1 1 1990 The Company reserves the right to make technical changes without notice Product conforms to Product conforms to RECORD OF MAINTENANCE amp SERVICING Use this page to keep a record of repairs to and servicing of this bed From the identification label attached to the bed see Page 4 make a note of the following BED TYPE Harvington PRODUCT CODE CB3E 200 90 SERIAL NUMBER DATE DESCRIPTION SPARE PARTS When contacting us for assistance or to order spare parts it is essential that we have the unique Serial Number from the bed see Page 4 This enables us to identify the correct items for the model of bed and year of manufacture A spare parts list is available on request or by visiting our website where you will find this and other technical documents available for download www nexusdms co uk 10 CONTENTS Important safety notice 7 Using the electrically powered functions Raising amp lowering the siderails Using Fowler position knee break Contents Features of Harvington beds Applying amp releasing the brakes Extending the length of the bed Product identification Unpacking the bed Gu
3. RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Nexus accessories are designed to work in harmony with the moving parts of our beds and in conforming with EN1970 2000 bed Standard reduce the risk of entrapment Use of other H 6 r V nN g T O nN manufacturers products with our beds may take a bed mattress combination out of EN1970 2000 guidelines and may increase the entrapment risk Neither Nexus DMS Ltd nor any of its employees can take responsibility for any issues arising from use of such products Electrically powered profiling cantilever bed incorporating in built extendability from 200cm to 220cm long Code CB3E 200 90 A range of matched pressure care amp non pressure care mattresses October 2009 edition Matched siderail height extenders crashex safety mat Function lock hand control lightEX ading lamp reading and movement aid examination light Nexus DMS Ltd Unit 11 Lovett Road Hampton Lovett Ind Estate Droitwich Worcs UK WRI OQG Tel 44 0 19 05 77 46 95 Fax 44 0 19 05 79 60 81 sales nexusdms co uk www nexusdms co uk NNEXUS SAFETY NOTICE This manual contains important information regarding the safe amp proper use of the bed It is important that any persons involved in the assembly and or use of the bed should have read amp understood its contents Failure to do so could result in damage to the bed and may invalidate the warranty Be aware that elements of the bed are heavy Tho
4. acer Lower side rail EXTENDING THE LENGTH OF THE BED When delivered the lying surface of a Harvington bed is set to a length of 200cm The bed can however be easily extended by 20cm to a lying surface length of 220cm Ps 7 FOOT END EXTENSIONS P d First you must remove the standard length siderails by at the i e foot end unscrewing the mattress support platform release j Fesa FITTING THE HEADBOARD screws shown in the picture and pulling out the footboard gene per side gently and sufficiently to be able to slide the siderails off the finger assemblies Once the siderails have been removed then the footboard can be pulled out fully until it is held against its stops and will go no further Re tighten the release screws Now you can extend the leglift section by releasing the two Reighter the release screws eee l not overtighten It is recommended that you locate all four HEAD END EXTENSIONS Backlift extension NAA AST screws loosely before tightening release screws AN A As with the foot end there are two screws which f 1 per side nal 4 4 P y F a Leg ift i M4 Z S extension The two headboard mounting brackets are pre assembled into the ends of the mattress support platform Each has an upper and a lower threaded hole to accept the mounting screws Locate the four screws through the headboard mounting holes offer up the headboard to the br
5. ackets and using the allen key supplied securely tighten the screws but do release the mattress support platform extension hi 3 and two which release the lifting backrest l R T oS FITTING THE FOOTBOARD gt extension release all four slide out the Mattress support NY Follow the procedure for mounting the headboard as Er extensions against their stops and re tighten platform extension B aea i detailed above the screws release screws NGL 2 sti However once completed and using the allen key FITTING 220cm LONG SIDERAILS 1 per side _ eo A supplied you should release the two mounting bracket Refer to Fitting the footboard on P 5 and wo Ma securing screws one at each side see picture A Fitting the siderails on P 6 Once both are released you should carefully slide out the pecunha am footboard mounting bracket assembly until there is an approx gap of 8cm between the ends of the mounting bracket sleeves and the ends of the tubular mattress support platform see picture This is required in order to simplify the fitting of the siderails NEXUS NEXUS FITTING THE SIDERAILS The finger assemblies at both sides of the headboard should be at their lowest position For one side of the bed take two siderails amp slide fully onto the finger assemblies in the headboard with the opposite ends resting on the floor The finger assemblies in the footboard should be lifted until the
6. ensure that plugs remain securely connected This retaining strap must be removed before any plug can be disconnected The only electrical connection required is to the 240v mains supply socket for which we provide a safety connector This has a standard 3 pin 13amp type plug at one end and a 2 pin socket at the other into which plugs the power lead from the bed USING THE ELECTRICALLY POWERED FUNCTIONS BEFORE USING ANY POWERED FUNCTION PLEASE READ THE SAFETY NOTICE ON PAGE 2 Harvington beds are fitted with an function lock hand control similar to the one pictured This controls the independent operation of the back rest leg rest bed height amp Trendelenburg functions It allows any or all functions to be locked using the special key provided inserting and turning clockwise to lock closed padlock pictogram or anti clockwise to un lock open padlock pictogram The 4 buttons to the left control the raise functions amp the 4 buttons to the right the lower functions Each button carries a pictogram to denote its function A clip on its rear allows it to be positioned conveniently on a siderail In use take care that the hand control spiral cable does not become entangled around a castor the fine inner wires are easily damaged if misused in this way RAISING amp LOWERING THE SIDERAIL TO RAISE oo Hold the UPPER siderail at the head end amp slide up the channel until the locating pin
7. he head amp foot boards the siderails and the lifting pole It is mounted vertically on steel tubes which are in turn securely fastened to the transit pallet See picture Carefully remove all outer packaging The head amp foot boards siderails and lifting pole are secured to the bed by cable ties and or strapping IMPORTANT you must support the weight of these items BEFORE cutting the securing ties Failure to do so may result in the items falling with the potential for injury to yourself and or damage to the item Once supported you should carefully cut the securing ties remove the items and place safely away from the bed assembly area After ensuring that you have sufficient clear area in which to lower the bed to the floor you can now lift the bed clear of its mounting brackets on the pallet and lower on to its castors IMPORTANT before attempting to then move the bed you must ensure that the BRAKES are OFF see P 8 You should now fit the 2 supplied end caps into the open ends of the tube on which the bed was mounted see picture They may require tapping gently with a hammer to locate fully into the tube Bed mounted at each side vertically on this section MATTRESS INTEGRITY Should a mattress cover be damaged then body or other fluids can pass through and contaminate the inner core creating the potential for cross infection It is therefore recommended that a frequent inspection of
8. idance on mattress integrity Fitting siderail finger assemblies Guidance on Safe Working Loads Fitting the headboard Fitting the footboard 10 Record of Maintenance servicing Spare parts Fitting the siderails Fitting and use of the lifting pole Electrical connections 11 Troubleshooting Component weights Technical Data FEATURES OF HARVINGTON BEDS This modular care bed has four electrically operated functions back rest leg rest bed height amp Trendelenburg reverse Trendelenburg These are powered by linear actuators each of which is sealed uses maintenance free permanent lubrication and is ingress protected to IP54 standard A floating backrest is incorporated The functions are operated using a 4 function function lock hand control connected to the main controller via a spiral cable The hand control amp main control are ingress protected to IP54 All electrical functions are isolated from the mains power supply amp operate at 24v DC low voltage A 240V mains electrical safety connector is supplied This can reduce the likelihood of damage or injury if the bed is moved before being unplugged from the mains power supply socket The mattress support is constructed from metal slats which allows the mattress to breathe and so prolongs its life The bed is supplied complete with timber lift amp lock siderails together with a lifting pole and grab handle The central braking functi
9. k then raise electrically to the height you require The chosen angle will be maintained To lower use the hand control and lower electrically until flat NEXUS
10. lubricating bearings amp no attempt should be made to oil or grease these parts A suitably qualified service engineer should check all electrical parts amp cables and mechanical functions For correct operation at least once every year Any unauthorised modifications adjustments or alterations will invalidate the product warranty Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified competent engineer Pro beds are classed as double insulated appliances although the mains electricity safety connector supplied with each bed is not If beds are to be used in commercial premises then customers should seek the advice of a qualified electrician regarding PAT2 test recommendations as Nexus DMS Ltd cannot advise on or undertake such testing SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS THEN PLEASE SEEK ADVICE Troubleshooting Fault Remedy No actuator functions when hand control Check connection to mains electricity supply amp fuse check that the safety connector has not become disconnected operated check connections of hand control and actuator plugs to main controller One actuator does not Check connection between work when button actuator cable and controller is pressed TIP If you have another Nexus bed of the same type which you know is functioning correctly try the hand control off that bed if this cures the problem then the original hand control is Technical Data 230V 240V 50Hz 160 VA
11. mattress covers is undertaken to inspect for damage such as holes or cuts The inner core of the mattress should also be inspected for signs of staining or contamination Should there be damage to a cover then it should be disposed of safely Should there be contamination to the inner foam core then it cannot be decontaminated and should therefore be disposed of safely Inner cells of an Optima air float mattress system can be decontaminated GUIDANCE ON SAFE WORKING LOADS The Safe Working Load MUST NEVER be taken as the maximum user weight In common with other manufacturers we quote a Safe Working Load for each of our beds When a bed is tested a static load is evenly distributed over the whole surface of the bed Remember when a bed is in use that the load is rarely static or evenly distributed Should a visitor for example sit down heavily on one side of the bed then the shock load at that point will be extreme the load will be uneven amp the total combined weight may exceed the Safe Working Load The SWL must take account not only of the weight of the user but also the weight of the mattress bed linen amp other items loaded on to the bed eg Air pump for air driven mattress You should also take account of any likely weight gain by the user in the future Typically a mattress could weigh 20kg an air driven system could be as much as 30kg a couple of pillows 3kg bed linen around 12kg the total of such items together with anythi
12. ng else placed on the bed PLUS the weight of the user must NEVER exceed the Safe Working Load Neither Nexus DMS Ltd nor any of its employees can accept responsibility for any issues arising from overloading a bed Should damage result from such actions then any necessary repairs will not be covered under warranty FITTING THE SIDERAIL FINGER M A TO THE HEAD amp FOOT BOARDS It is essential that the finger assemblies are fitted correctly to ensure efficient operation and to ensure that the approved gap between the siderails is maintained refer to diagram A Pay particular attention to the positioning of the wire loop over the fingers refer to Pee diagram B Once you are familiar with the layout FEO then using a cross head screwdriver Enso WTA remove the end stop from the bottom A of each aluminium track and slide in the SS finger assemblies from the bottom as shown Replace and secure the end stop making a pons sure that the screw locates in the hole through the inner face of the track APPLYING amp RELEASING THE BRAKES Head and Foot board Upper side rail Slider connector wire loop The Harvington bed features central braking which is accessible from either side of the bed at the foot end When the brakes are OFF the pedal is in the HORIZONTAL position To apply the brakes simply exert foot pressure to one side of the pedal The picture to the right shows the brakes in the ON position Nylon sp
13. on is accessible from both sides of the bed The Harvington bed has in built extendability from its standard 200cm length to 220cm Sets of both 200cm amp 220cm siderails are supplied with each bed Nexus brand accessories are designed to work in harmony with the moving parts of our beds and in conforming with EN1970 2000 bed Standard reduce the risk of entrapment Use of other manufacturers products with our beds may take a bed mattress combination out of EN1970 2000 guidelines and may increase the entrapment risk Neither Nexus DMS Ltd nor any of its employees can take responsibility for any issues arising from use of such products PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Each bed carries a CE label which identifies the Bed Type type of bed its product code and its unique Serial Number DISPLAY OF THIS CE LABEL IS A LEGAL REQUIREMENT IT MUST NOT BE REMOVED Should you ever require advice or spare parts then it is essential that you quote the Serial Number this enables us to match parts and advice to your particular bed Serial No e B1 299 90 gt 040193 NIN x Nexus DMs Droitwich t gt Worcestershire UK use alj ee 160V4 m Ctions 6m ax mMin h 1 230V 150K 0 UNPACKING THE BED This procedure should be undertaken by at least two people PLEASE REFER TO THE SAFETY NOTICE ON PAGE 2 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNPACK AND ASSEMBLE THE BED The Harvington bed is delivered fully assembled apart from t
14. or a period to recover If during operation there are any unusual noises or smells then disconnect the bed from the mains electricity power supply immediately Ensure that no cables are trapped When raising lowering the bed be very aware of any fixtures such as window sills shelf units amp electrical power sockets which may obstruct the raising of the bed If necessary re position the bed to avoid contact and damage RE SITING If moving the bed to a different location always ensure that all bed functions are at their lowest position amp remember to remove the plug from the mains electricity power supply Release all brakes before moving the bed otherwise damage may occur Never use the siderails to push or pull the bed Always use the head and foot boards With or without occupant the bed should only be moved at slow speed amp not pushed over a threshold strip greater than 2cm in height Once the bed is re sited remember to re apply the brakes MAINTENANCE amp CARE All wingscrews grubscrews amp mechanical fixings should be checked regularly for tightness Use a damp cloth with normal household cleaners or warm soapy water to clean the bed Do not use cleaning agents containing ammonia abrasives or strong solvents Mechanical cleaning scouring pressure hoses or automated cleaning will damage the bed All electrical actuators are fitted with maintenance free self
15. se involved should observe the safe lifting and handling techniques recommended under Health amp Safety Regulations PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING ADVICE also refer to page 9 for guidance on Safe Working Loads ASSEMBLY amp INSTALLATION The bed should be assembled by suitably competent persons Ensure that the local electricity mains voltage corresponds to that marked on the main controller label before connecting to the supply Ensure that cables from actuators are plugged into the main controller correctly The fuse in the mains safety connector plug should not exceed 5amps The bed should be located on a level surface amp not sited on loose floor coverings The cable from the mains electricity supply must be routed clear of the lifting mechanism amp castors to avoid danger of shearing or crushing OPERATION The brake on each castor must be applied whilst the bed is in use see also Page 8 Do not allow children underneath the bed or to use the controls Do not position objects under the lifting mechanism of the bed Always ensure that limbs or body parts of both user and carer are not protruding from the bed are not between the siderails or into the lifting mechanism when using the powered functions Never exceed the maximum usage period of 2 minutes continuous use in any 18 mins for any of the powered functions Should you do so the actuator may close down f
16. y lock in the raised position Lift the foot end of the siderails rails amp slide onto the finger assembly in the footboard see picture Take care not to slide too far otherwise the rails will detach from the fingers at the head end just sufficient to hold both ends in place Repeat this process for the two rails at the other side of the bed Once all four rails are in place then slide the footboard back fully into the tubular section of the mattress support amp using the allen key re tighten the two grubscrews securely FITTING THE LIFTING POLE There is a socket for the lifting pole located on each side of the bed at the head end Insert the lifting pole into either the left or right hand socket according to choice Rotate the pole until the pin on the pole locates in the corresponding groove in the socket this keeps the pole secure in the correct position for use Hang the grab handle over the end of the pole between the two vertical pins amp adjust the strap to the required length The pole can be lifted slightly to free the pin amp swung out of the way when not in use It must NOT bear any weight when in this position ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS All actuators motors and the hand control unit are already connected to the main control box The pictures to the left are for information only and show a typical actuator plug connection to the main control box and the retaining strap which clips into position in order to

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