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1. Mount the height extension on the actua tor fittings fittings Mount the support bar at top of the 3 hole fitting Height extensions set Mount the support bar on the height extension 37 PART 3 Technical manual Electrical parts Mounting the control unit The control unit is mounted under the bed usually on the bed frame against the headboard but could also be placed in other locations with free space 1 Mount the control unit on the suspension plate with 4 bolts There are two different possible positions 2 Raise the head end of the bed and choose an area under the bed for the control unit The suspension plate is able to fit bed frames that are between 1 7 and 4 1 cm wide 3 Adjust the width of the suspension plate to suit the current bed frame Tighten the suspension plate around the bed frame with the two fingerscrews 4 The suspension plate will not fit all kind of beds If it is not possible to mount the suspension plate any where the control unit must be attached with cable ties 38 Suspension plate for the control unit The control unit is mounted on the suspension plate There are two possible positions Tighten the suspension plate around the bed frame with the two fingerscrews PART 3 Technical manual Routing actuator cables including cable ties The actuator cables are routed along the inside of the bed frame to the control unit The VENDLET sys
2. PART 3 Technical manua One of the bars will only move in Is the plug properly connected to the control unit and the actua one direction tor Is the cable intact Switch the plugs of the two bars If the same bar still does not work then the bar motor is defective If the other bar is not working then the hand control or the control unit is defective eplace the hand control If this does not solve the problem replace the control unit Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping rhythm changes Replace the bar motor Contact a qualified technician or Healthcare Lifting Specialist The hand control buttons are not Is the plug properly connected to the control unit working Is the cable intact If the actuator still does not work try changing the channel Replace the actuator if this does not solve the problem Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping rhythm changes Replace the hand control Contact a qualified technician or Healthcare Lifting Specialist One or more actuators will not go Is the plug properly connected to the control unit up or down Is the cable intact If the actuator still does not work try chan
3. K N VALUE IN CARING VENDLIT KR VCNDL T VALUE IN CARING Declaration of Conformity As manufacturer of the products listed below VENDLET ApS Egelund 33 DK 6200 Aabenraa hereby declares that the products comply with the EU Directives 93 42 EEC on Medical Devices Product VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 Designation Electronic device for handling turning patients in bed Classification rule Class according to Annex IX rule 1 and 12 The product is tested IEC 60601 2 52 2009 Medical electrical equipment according to following Parts 2 52 Particular requirements for basic safety and standards essential performance of medical beds Vendlet ApS maintains the technical documentation according to Annex VII in the EU Directives 93 42 EEC on Medical Devices This declaration of conformity is valid from the date of signature Aabenraa 14 june 2012 flr A Peter Maindal Director Congratulations on your new VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 are used for handling bedridden patients for example e turning e moving from one side of the bed to the other e repositioning the patient up in the bed e mobilizing the patient in and out of the bed e transferring the patient from one bed to another The VENDLET V5 has a load capacity of 200 kg The VENDLET V5 has a load capacity of 400 kg and is designed for bariatric patients otherwise the VENDLET 5 has exactly the same functionalities and use as the
4. 14 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 21 21 22 23 23 23 24 24 Turning sheet Attaching the turning sheet before use What should do if the turning sheet is rolled askew on the bars Changing the turning sheet on an occupied bed DAILY MAINTENANCE Daily inspections Cleaning and washing instructions Cleaning of electric and mechanical parts Washing instructions slide sheet Washing instructions turning sheet Troubleshooting PART 3 TECHNICAL MANUAL UNPACKING Parts list for VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 MOUNTING Preparations Tools Overview of bolts washers and nuts Dimensional requirements side rails Maximum loads Mechanical parts Attaching mounting brackets Adjustment of width of mounting brackets Mounting the actuator fittings with actuator Mounting the support bars Mounting the bars Adjustment of the height of the actuator fittings Electrical parts Mounting the control unit Routing actuator cables including cable ties Connecting the hand control 25 25 25 26 27 27 28 28 28 28 29 30 30 31 31 31 31 32 32 33 33 34 35 35 36 36 38 38 39 39 Connection of cables to control unit Connection of power cables Attaching the sheets Attaching plastic side rails if relevant QUICK GUIDE LOCATION ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Battery backup Under bed light Height restriction bracket Height restriction switch for Guldmann GB4 Bracket for Volker 3080 FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST DISMOUNTING STORAGE AND REMOUNTI
5. 2 5 cm see section Adjustment of width of mounting brackets 1 Place the mounting bracket contact face on top of the bed frame as close to the headboard as possible The mounting bracket must be perpendicular to the bed frame 2 Insert the 8 x 20 mm or longer if spacers are used or the bed frame is wider than 30 mm button head screws in the holes and See N hold the mounting plate against the The mounting bracket contact face inner side of the bed frame Attach it 3 Place the support bar on the bed frame against the mounting bracket 4 Place the foot end mounting bracket against the support bar Mount the foot end bracket 5 Repeat the above procedure on the other side of the bed Place the support bar on the bed frame against the bracket 33 PART 3 Technical manual Adjustment of width of mounting brackets Use up to 3 10 mm spacers if necessary to pull the mounting bracket away from the bed frame cf the Dimensional side rail requirement description on page 32 Mount the spacers on the mounting bracket with the provided button head screws before attaching the mounting bracket to the bed One spacer Two spacers and one top plate Three spacers and one top plate Spacers are delivered in sets of four for which you need one bolt set The bolt set contains the following items 4 6x6 mm button head For 1 spacer 4 6x16 mm button head For 2 spacers 4 6x26 mm button head For 3 spacer
6. The actuator cable is attached actuator to the actuator with a locking device Release the locking device by pressing a small straight blade screwdriver against the side of the locking device on both sides 6 Remove the actuator cable from the defective actuator and install it on the new actuator 7 Mount the new actuator on the actuator Release the locking device fitting and attach it using the two Allen screws 8 Secure the actuator cable with two new cable ties and route it along the inside of the bed frame to the control unit Use cable ties to secure the actuator cable along the bed frame in such a way that the cable will not get caught by the moving parts of the bed See section Routing actuator cables including cable ties for further details 9 Reconnect the power cable to the mains outlet 10 Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping stops 11 Check whether the actuator is working properly 51 PART 3 Technical manual Replacing the velcro tape on a bar The bar velcro bands are wearing parts that wear out over time The velcro bands will have to be replaced when they no longer properly secure the turning sheet 1 Release one end of the velcro band and pull it off the bar 2 Usea sharp knife to remove the glue resi due Clean and degrease the bar 3 Glue
7. 5 kg Plastic side rail 4 units 8 kg 8 kg Length 195 cm 195 cm Width May be adapted to beds between 70 cm and 130 cm Expected service life 10 years 10 years Noise level max load 65 dB A 65 db A Turning sheet Standard length and width 350 cm 180 cm 350 cm 180 cm Material 100 cotton 100 cotton Slide sheet 210 cm 95 cm 100 nylon System service check Annually Annually 53 PART 3 Technical manual ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND DISPOSAL Environmental conditions Operation Temperature 5 40 C Air humidity 20 90 at 30 C no condensation Atmospheric pressure 700 1060 hPa Storage Temperature 10 50 C Air humidity 20 90 at 30 C no condensation Atmospheric pressure 700 1060 hPa Transport Take the necessary precautions to protect the electric components against rough jolts shocks etc During transportation in low temperatures the actuators and motors in the bars might work irregularly until they have been warmed up to normal room temperature Disposal Do not discard a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 system with general household waste On disposal of a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 system Vendlet ApS recommends that the system be divided into individual parts and components with a view to recycling All mechanical steel components may be disposed of as metal parts The control unit must be disposed of as elect
8. are fitted with a blue O ring these are connected to the blue control unit colour code The plugs on the red bar motor cables are fitted with a red O ring these are connected to the red control unit colour code Connection of power cables The last step is to connect the control unit power cable to an easily accessible 230V mains plug The green diode on the control unit illuminates when the power is turned on Keep all cables away from the floor and the moving parts of the bed Once the mounting is complete all loose cables must be wrapped around the control unit mounting fixture cable guides and secured to prevent them from falling on the floor or getting pinched by the moving parts of the bed Attaching the sheets Proper plug location The green diode on the control unit is illuminated All cables must be kept away from the floor Please refer to page 24 for instructions on how to attach the sheets Attaching plastic side rails if relevant Please refer to page 21 for instructions on how to the attach the plastic siderails 40 PART 3 Technical manual QUICK GUIDE LOCATION The quick guide should always be placed where it will be visible from the bed and in proximity to the bed ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Battery backup If VENDLET V5 or V5 is to be used in places where it can not always be conneced to the power system it is possible to attach a battery Under bed light Under bed light
9. centre of the mattress Fold the remaining part of the new turning sheet in layers of 15 cm and place it under the turning sheet being replaced oD Place the new turning sheet under the turning sheet being replaced 4 Move the patient to a supine position on top of the folded new and old turning sheets and then on to the opposite side by activating the bar with the old turning sheet 5 Remove the old turning sheet and attach the replacement sheet to the bar Attach the new turning sheet to the opposite bar 26 DAILY MAINTENANCE The VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system is reusable medical equipment intended for long term use requiring safe procedures in connection with cleaning and maintenance as well Daily inspections The VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system must be checked daily in accordance with the checklist below If a Yes checkbox is marked this indicates a desired result If a No checkbox is marked this indicates a risk in which case the VENDLET system must not be used In case of malfunctions faults missing parts or improper fitting contact a qualified technician with a view to an inspection Checklist for daily inspections In case of No do not use the VENDLET 1 Is the VENDLET free from visible damage and crooked brackets and fittings O Yes O No 2 Ifthe VENDLET is used as side rails are all 4 side rails in place and in use Ll Yes O No 3 Is the condition of the
10. normal temperatures to ensure the continued function of the velcro band Stretch 2 3 times during the drying process to prevent the turning sheet from losing its shape Iron or mangle at low medium temperatures approx 150 C to ensure the continued function of the velcro band EU Oo e 28 Troubleshooting Problem Checklist The VENDLET does not run Is the control unit connected to 230V outlet and is the power on Is the green diode on the control unit illuminated Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit Is the green diode on the hand control illuminated Double click the button to activate the system One of the bars does not turn Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit One or both bars do es not turn Is the turning sheet running under the bars The sheet must be when the patient is lying on the over the bars turning sheet Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit One of the bars will only turn in Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit one direction The symbols on the hand control Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit do not match when the VENDLET is activated The actuators cannot be raised Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit lowered or do not go together 1 If nothing else helps try resetting the system by simultaneously pressing and holding the and buttons until you hear 10 beeps Try
11. such a way that their tops are 22 23 cm above the surface of the mattress This is achieved by releasing the adjustment screw on the back of the mounting bracket and elevating the actuator fitting to the desired height The fitting has 13 adjustment holes corresponding to a total adjustment range of 15 5 cm Please note that all 4 actuator fittings must be mounted at the same height Apply pressure to the adjustment Adjustment holes specified on the back of screw to ensure its full insertion the mounting bracket 36 Height extension set A height extension set will be required when the height of the bars is insufficient even if the actuator fittings are placed in the top most position A height extension set consists of the following items e 4 height extensions e 43 hole fittings e 48x35 mm button head bolts e 88x20 mm button head bolts e 12 8 mm self locking nuts e 12 washers 1 Dismount the bars and the support bars 2 Mount a height extension on all four ac tuator fittings using the 8 x 35 mm button head bolts self locking nuts and washers 3 Mount a 3 hole fitting on all four actuator fittings using two 8 x 20 mm button head bolts self locking nuts and washers 4 Mount the support bar at the top of the 3 hole fitting 5 Mount the bars on the height extensions 6 Adjust the height of the actuator fittings to position the bar tops 22 23 cm above the surface of the mattress
12. the new velcro strip onto the bar Once the velcro tape is secured run a hard roller over the velcro tape several times to ensure optimal adhesion to the bar and remove air pockets from the underside of the velcro Run a hard roller over the velcro tape 4 You should always use original velcro tape from Vendlet ApS SPARE PARTS All individual components are delivered as complete units as spare parts Please contact Healthcare Lifting Specialist for further information TECHNICAL DATA In accordance with the Danish Ministry of the Interior and Health Executive Order No 1263 of 15 December 2008 on Medical Devices the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 systems are class products 52 PART 3 Technical manua Standard length and width Material 210 cm 95 cm 100 nylon VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 Product no 6000000 6000021 Max user weight 200 kg 400 kg Power supply Transformer Class 1 Class 1 Mains supply 230 Volt AC 50 Hz 230 Volt AC 50 Hz Power rating Up to 200 VA Up to 200 VA Output voltage 24 Volt DC 24 Volt DC IP class IPX6 IPX6 Intermittence 10 10 Battery optional 1 2 AH 24 Volt DC 1 2 AH 24 Volt DC IP class IPX6 IPX6 Control unit Output voltage 24 Volt DC 24 Volt DC IP class IPX6 IPX6 Intermittence 10 10 Weight Total system weight approx 42 kg approx 42 5 kg Actuator fittings w actuator 3 75 kg 3 75 kg Bar 6 kg 6 kg Support bar 2 units 3 kg 3 kg Control unit 2 5 kg 2
13. the patient exit the bed 18 Transferring from one bed to another When the patient lies in a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 the VENDLET in combination with a slide board and a slide sheet may be used to transferring the patient onto another bed 1 O P w o oe m First use VENDLET s turning function to place the sliding board underneath the patient Insert the sliding board from the side that is turned towards the new bed Press the or button to lower the bar facing the other bed Press the t or t button to raise the opposite bar Place a slide sheet on the other bed Place the other bed right next to the bed with the VENDLET and lower or raise the bed to a slightly lower position relative to the bed with the VENDLET Remember to lock the wheels on both beds Press the or button to pull in the turning sheet on the bar facing the other bed Now the VENDLET transfers the patient and the slide board to the other bed and the slide sheet Hold the slide board with your hands and pull to move the patient to the centre of the bed Remove the slide board and the slide sheet 19 PART 2 User manual e e e e oe e e e e e e e e e e oe e e e oe e e e e oe e oe e e e e e e e e e e e e e e oe e e e e oe e oe e e e e e e e e e e e e Using the VENDLET in combination with bed functionality Neither the VENDLET V5 nor the VENDLET V5 interferes with the functionality of the bed Slacken the turning sheet before ra
14. using the system again 2 Contact a qualified technician or your distributor if the above does not solve the problem 29 PART 3 Technical manua UNPACKING The VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system is delivered in 2 boxes The VENDLET systems are partially assembled on delivery ready for mounting on the bed Remove any loose packaging from the boxes Check the packaging and contents for signs of damage and contact the distributor in case of obvious damage Store the VENDLET system in the original packaging until mounting Always store the VENDLET system in a dry place cf the Environmental Considerations section Parts list for VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 unit Bar red side unit Bar blue side unit Actuator fittings blue side unit Actuator fittings red side set Mounting bracket with mounting plate unit Support bars unit Suspension plate for the control unit unit Control unit with transformer unit Power cable 220 V unit Hand control unit Slide sheet unit Turning sheet unit Plastic side rails bag Mounting bolts ect unit Quick guide unit VENDLET V5 V5 manual e e re P k k k RP RP RP DY PS MM FP k 30 PART 3 Technical manua MOUNTING The VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system should always be installed by a qualified technician The VENDLET systems are only intended for mounting on care and hospital beds complying with the EN1970 EN60601 2 38 or EN60601 2 52 standard The bed must be eq
15. ENDLET is used but also facilitate the attachment of side rails on the bars if these are to be used What should I do if the turning sheet is rolled askew on the bars Occasionally the turning sheet will roll askew on the bars As such this is insignificant and the VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system will still be operable This could result in turning sheet creases under the patient however this is not desirable Hence we recommend that you aim to smooth the turning sheet if the sheet is askew on the bars by more than a hand s width 25 PART 2 User manua e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e In this situation you will have to slacken the sheet that has been pulled askew and pull it in again while guiding smoothing it with your hand Changing the turning sheet on an occupied bed Bn Eh A Dsg 1 Position the patient on his her side Fold the old turning sheet behind the back and then move him her to the centre of the patient of the bed 2 Remove the old turning sheet from the bar facing the back of the patient and fold the sheet in layers with a width of approx 15 cm Place it behind the back of the patient 3 Attach the new turning sheet to the bar and press or button to roll the new turning sheet onto the bar Allow approx half of the new turning sheet to roll onto the bar and stop when the red line on the sheet is at the
16. Mount the support bar on each side between the two actuator fittings You will need two 8 x 20 mm button head bolts and two self locking M8 nuts with M8 washers for the task Attach the support bar to the top hole of the angle bracket on the actuator fitting The flat side of the support bar should be facing the mattress E Insert the actuator fitting in the mounting bracket _ a cl Mounting the support bar The flat side of the support bar should be facing the mattress 35 PART 3 Technical manual Mounting the bars Use two 8 x 35 mm button head bolts The red bar must be placed to the right hand side of the patient corresponding to the actuator fitting with a green O ring on the actuator plug The blue bar must be placed to the left hand Blue bar to the left hand side of the side of the pateni corresponding to the patient red bar to the right hand side of actuator fitting with a yellow O ring on the the patient actuator plug The bar end with the motor cable must be facing the headboard Mount the bar on the actuator fittings and tighten the button head bolts manually It should be possible to move the motor bracket on the actuator fitting which is why the nut should be tightened to the point only when the bolt meshes with the actual lock Red bar Blue bar green plug yellow plug component Adjustment of the height of the actuator fittings The bars must be mounted in
17. NG Dismounting Storage Remounting MAINTENANCE CHECK Annual check Mechanical parts Sheets Functional test Electrical parts TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIRS Replacing the motor in a bar Replacing the actuator Replacing the velcro tape on a bar SPARE PARTS TECHNICAL DATA ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS AND DISPOSAL Environmental conditions Disposal 40 40 40 40 41 41 41 41 41 41 41 42 44 44 44 44 45 45 45 45 45 46 47 49 50 51 52 52 52 54 54 54 INTENDED USE The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 may be used for moving patients to a lateral prone or supine position from one side of the bed to the other or reposition them further up in bed The VENDLET may also be used in connection with mobilisation in and out of bed and when transferring patients from one bed to another The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 protect the caregiver from physical strain and heavy lifting in connection with the handling of immobile patients Patients are turned handled by pressing a hand control whereby the caregiver may support a patient and ensure their correct and comfortable positioning This provides room for increased awareness in the care which boosts employee job satisfaction and patient well being To the patient the turning process becomes uniform and steady as the sheet supports the body over its full length The target group is patients who are being cared for dressed washed etc in bed This will often be patients who are lifted i
18. T V5 and VENDLET V5 are intended for mounting on a wide range of hospital and care beds and with a wide range of mattresses The following bed and mattress requirements must be met Bed requirements 1 The bed must meet the established EN 1970 EN 60601 2 38 or EN 60601 2 52 standards The maximum occupant weight and maximum load requirements of the bed manufacturer must not be exceeded following the installation of the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 system The bed must have a square steel frame dimensions H 45 50 mm W min 20 mm L min 195 cm without protrusions The bed width is not crucial as extra wide turning sheets and slide sheets are available Mattress requirements 1 The mattress es must meet the requirements of the bed manufacturer and be suitable for the bed The maximum occupant weight requirements of the mattress manufacturer must not be exceeded Following the installation of the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 the distance between the mattress sides and the support bar must be minimum 2 5 cm and maximum 4 cm If the mattress is soft and easily compressible it must be ensured that there is no crush hazard due to extra compression at the edge of the mattress When alternating air mattresses are used it should be possible to inflate the mattress to a firm state before the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 is operated Soft mattresses will increase the friction against the mattress and create an uneven base for the pat
19. VENDLET V5 The instructions in this manual must be followed VENDLET ApS shall not be liable should the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 be used modified or assembled in a way that is not described in this manual This manual is divided into three parts Part 1 contains general information that is useful to everyone responsible for the purchasing examination use assembly and maintenance of the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 Part 2 is a user manual containing information about the operation and daily maintenance of the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 Part 3 is a technical manual containing information about the assembly maintenance and service of the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 PART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION INTENDED USE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION How the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 work Accessories BED AND MATTRESS COMPATIBILITY Bed requirements Mattress requirements WARRANTY AND SERVICE LIFE IN THE EVENT OF AN INCIDENT SYMBOLS PART 2 USER MANUAL OPERATION How to use VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 Turning Moving from one side of the bed to the other Repositioning the patient up in the bed Applying a sling Mobilizing out of bed Transferring from one bed to another Using the VENDLET in combination with bed functionality Stop button Side rails Using the VENDLET system as side rails When the VENDLET system is not used as side rails Pressure relieving mattresses Incontinence Urine bag and drainage tube ATTACHING THE SHEETS Slide sheet 14
20. You will hear 10 rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping stops Contact a qualified technician or Healthcare Lifting Specialist One of the bars does not work Is the cable from the bar intact and correctly mounted Switch the plugs of the two bars If the same bar still does not work then the motor of that bar is defective If the other bar is not working then the hand control or the control unit is defective Replace the hand control If this does not solve the problem replace the control unit Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping stops Replace the bar motor Contact a qualified technician or Healthcare Lifting Specialist One or both bars will not work when a load is applied Does the sheet runs over the bar cf page 25 of the user manual If the sheet runs under the bar the motor disconnects when used This is a safety feature Switch the plugs of the two bars If the same bar still does not work then the motor of that bar is defective If the other bar is not working then the hand control or the control unit is defective Replace the hand control If this does not solve the problem replace the control unit Replace the bar motor Contact a qualified technician or Healthcare Lifting Specialist TO BE CONTINUED gt 47
21. break if they get caught Consequently plastic sides not in use should always hang on the support bar under the bars If side rail support bars have not been mounted when the plastic sides are used there is a risk that e The plastic sides will be pressed out and the sheet will be rolled out which could cause the patient to slide down onto the floor in the sheet Vendlet ApS shall not be liable if the plastic sides and support bars are not used on beds with raised bars where patients are left unattended When the VENDLET system is not used as side rails If the VENDLET system is not used as side rails the bars must N be lowered when a patient is left unattended in the bed 22 Pressure relieving mattresses The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 systems do not reduce the effect of either pressure relieving mattresses or alternating air mattresses We have performed pressure measurements which unambiguously show that the VENDLET systems do not have a negative impact on the pressure relieving properties of the mattresses To prevent interference with the function of alternating air mattresses the turning sheet must be sufficiently slackened before a patient is left unattended in the bed At the same time the velcro band on the slide sheet must not be fastened too tightly around the steel frame under the mattress If the alternating air mattress is very thick i e approx 22 cm or more the VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 must be insta
22. by only one carer For safety reasons patients should not operate the VENDLETs Lg Consequently the hand control should be placed on the outer side of the headboard or outside the bed before the patient is left alone Lowering the bed to a very low position may leave the actuator bracket very AN close to the floor Consequently you should not place your feet under the actuator fittings Accessories Height extensions spacers and brackets If particularly thick mattresses are used it may be necessary to use height extensions see page 37 Likewise it may be necessary to use spacers if the distance between the VENDLET system and the mattress is insufficient see page 34 Spacers and height extensions are available as accessories If you use a Volker Bed you need special brackets see page 41 Use special brackets to restrict the height adjustment of the bed see page 41 Wider sheets and side rail cover Wider turning sheets and slide sheets are also available if the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 is to be used on wider beds see page 24 If you need it you can pur chase covers for the side rails see page 22 Battery backup and under bed light Additionally a battery backup is available to operate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 without a connection to the supply network We also provide an under bed light that may be activated via the VENDLET hand control see page 41 10 BED AND MATTRESS COMPATIBILITY VENDLE
23. c signal a beep beep sound the diode turns off and then the VENDLET system is off again When the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 has been turned on the bars may be turned in both directions or raised or lowered The colour coding on the bars relates to the colours on the hand control buttons Press and hold the individual buttons long enough to obtain the desired operation the motors will stop when the button is released Likewise you may stop an activated function by clicking the Tighten the sheet on gt ex lt Tighten the sheet the red bar on the blue bar Slacken the sheet on E 6 e Slacken the sheet the red bar gt on the blue bar t e a Raise the blue bar gt Lower the red bar gt O O lt 4 Lower the blue bar _ gt gt Power w o Lu lt Under bed light illuminated diode V accessory stop button Raise the red bar H VENDL T Hand control VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 When the bar is up on the side where the turning sheet is being tightened the patient will be turned If on the other hand the bar is down on the side where the turning sheet is being tightened the patient will be moved towards the edge of the bed These fundamental principles provide you with a number of ways to move and or transfer patients See the How to Use the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 section in Part 2 User Manual for further details The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 can be operated
24. can be connected and is operated by the hand control Height restriction bracket On some bed types the VENDLET system can conflict with the bed wheels or brake when the bed is lowered The height restriction bracket ensure that the bed can not be lowered too much to create a conflict Height restriction switch for Guldmann GB4 The height restriction bracket can not be used for the Guldmann GB4 care bed Instead this height restric tion switch must be used for this type of bed Bracket for Volker 3080 You need to mount special brackets on a Volker 3080 bed before you can mount a VENDLET system You can see more about all accessories on www vendlet com PART 3 Technical manual FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST Always perform a final inspection after completing the installation The final inspection is carried out by following the checklist below The list may also be downloaded at www vendlet com The desired result of the procedure is a situation where all Yes checkboxes have been marked If one or more No checkboxes have been marked the matter should be investigated and you should consider stop using the VENDLET until the situation has been remedied and a solution found 42 PART 3 Technical manua Final inspection checklist Yes No Was the VENDLET mounted by a qualified technician Is the combined weight of the patient the VENDLET and any other equipment on in the bed below the max
25. e bars if they are raised Press the and 3 buttons to slacken the turning sheet Stand next to the headboard and press the or button to pull the patient from side to side while you gently guide the turning sheet towards the upper end of the bar oe oe a em 6 Repeat the procedure on the opposite side and so on until the sheet has been completely repositioned and the patient is moved up in the bed again Watch instruction videos on our webpage vendlet com or scan the QR code WW Gently guide the slack turning sheet towards the upper end of the bar 16 PART 2 User manual Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Applying a sling It is easy to apply a sling on the patient when VENDLET is used 1 Double click the button to activate VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 2 Use the turning function of the VENDLET system to move the patient onto his her side mt G 3 Place the sling along the back of Place the sling along the back of the patient the patient and make sure that the sling is centred and correctly placed in accordance with the instructions of the sling manufacturer 4 Use the VENDLET turning function to move the patient onto his her back again 5 Free the straps on the opposite side 6 Place all straps in such a way that they are ready to be placed on the lifting beam of the hoist Watch instructio
26. equipped with side rails these must be removed before mounting the VENDLET V5 The VENDLET V5 system has been tested and approved to function as side rails in accordance with the requirements of EN60601 2 52 Mounting the VENDLET V5 you should take the following dimensions into account A distance of 2 5 4 cm is required between the mattress and the VENDLET on both sides of the mattress meaning that the difference between the T and M measures must be between 5 cm and 8 cm Likewise it is important that the mattress guides are suitable for the mattress and will hold the mattress in place In order to meet the side rail requirements the upper edge of the bars must be mounted 22 cm above the mattress surface meaning that the H measure must be between 22 cm and 23 cm Maximum loads The max VENDLET V5 user weight is 200 kg The max VENDLET V5 user weight is 400 kg Since the VENDLET systems are always mounted on beds it is important to consider the whole solution You should always check the maximum load of the bed and ensure that the combined weight of the patient the VENDLET V5 V5 system and any other equipment on the bed never exceeds this limit 32 PART 3 Technical manual Mechanical parts Attaching mounting brackets Fit the bracket closest to the headboard first Remember to allow for the distance between the VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system and the mattress use spacers if the distance is insufficient lt
27. f the patient or similar You should always use the resources of the patient For example if the patient can move his her arm to the side he or she should do so You should also consider letting the patient operate the hand control and thereby involve him her in the process if this is feasible How to use VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 Turning The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 may be used to turning patients Follow this procedure to move a patient from a supine position to lying on his her right side Double click the button to activate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 Press the t button to raise the blue bar Press the button to tighten the turning sheet on the blue bar SCH ES Place the left arm of the patient on his her stomach or chest the moment before he she starts turning S Immediately after this guide the right arm of the patient to the side 6 Then shift the left leg in parallel above the right leg 7 The patient now lies on his her right side The red bar does not necessarily have to be raised But if this makes the patient or the care giver feel more safe the red bar could be raised during the process Moving patients with the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 is ideally suited for dressing and access to care tasks and hygiene applying a sling and repositioning 14 PART 2 User manual Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e eee e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Guide t
28. ging the channel Replace the actuator if this does not solve the problem Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping rhythm changes Contact a qualified technician or Healthcare Lifting Specialist One or more actuators actuator Are the actuator fittings perpendicular to the bed frame fittings will not move entirely dawn Have the side rail dimensioning requirements been met cf page 30 If not the free movement of the actuator fittings may be affected Dirt dust etc may obstruct the sliding function of the actuator fitting Clean the actuator fitting and lubricate it with silicone spray 48 PART 3 Technical manua REPAIRS Only a limited number of VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system components need regular replacement On the next pages we will explain the more general repairs Please do not hesitate to contact us or our consultants if you need assistance or guidance or a qualified technician from Healthcare Lifting Specialist to perform re pairs or troubleshooting All repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician 49 PART 3 Technical manual Replacing the motor in a bar 1 10 11 50 Raise the bar and remove the turning sheet from the bar on which the motor is to be replaced Disconnect the power cable from the mains outlet D
29. he following Mechanical parts Check for signs of damage and crooked fittings and brackets Check the bars and support bars for dents deformations Check whether the bar velcro tapes are attached and in good condition Sheets Is the turning sheet in good condition Is the slide sheet in good condition Functional tests Do all bolts and nuts match the parts list and are they evenly tightened Is there a 1 mm clearance between the end of the bar and the slide sleeve of the top fitting Check whether all four side rails are in place and in good condition Does the mounting meet all side rail dimension requirements Check whether it is possible to raise and lower the bars freely and in a parallel It might be necessary to remount the brackets to ensure proper height and width Check whether the VENDLET works as intended when the hand control is activated 45 PART 3 Technical manua Electrical parts Control unit no Check the control unit including plugs and mounting fittings for signs of damage Check whether the timer deactivates after 90 seconds of idle time Transformer no Hand control no Check the hand control and mounting Check the transformer for signs of damage fixtures for signs of damage Check the functioning of all buttons and whether the green diode is illuminated when the system is active Check all cab
30. he right arm of the patient to the side Shift the left leg of the patient in parallel above the right leg Watch instruction videos on our webpage vendlet com or scan the QR code Moving from one side of the bed to the other The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 may also be used to move patients to the side of the bed 1 Double click the button to activate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 2 Press the O and buttons to lower the bars if they have been raised 3 Use the bar on the side to which the patient should be moved and tighten the turning sheet In many situations this will give the care giver a better work posture for example in connection with examinations training care tasks dressing etc 15 PART 2 User manual Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e eee e e e e e e e e e e e e eee e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Repositioning the patient up in the bed It is a well known problem that patients often slide down to the foot of the bed for example when the back support has been raised even if the kneebreak on the bed was activated before the back support Typically when a patient slides towards the foot of the bed the turning sheet follows the body of the patient In such situations you may use the VENDLET to move the patient up in the bed again Ensure that bed surface is horizontal Double click the v button to activate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 Press the O and O buttons to lower th
31. ide of the patient has a red colour marking Each motorised bar is fitted with a long velcro strip which makes it possible to attach a long turning sheet between the two bars The turning sheet is wrapped around the two bars making it possible to move it from side to side A slide sheet is inserted under the turning sheet in order to reduce the friction of the turning sheet against the mattress The bars are fitted with an actuator at each end in order to raise and lower the bars To allow the individual adjustment of each VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 to any bed and mattress the actuators are mounted on height adjustable brackets Red bar Hand control Blue bar Turning sheet Support bar Slide sheet Fittings for actuator VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 Actuator Furthermore the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 consist of a control unit and a hand control The control unit is placed underneath the bed The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 may be used as side rails in which case each bar must be fitted with two plastic sides before the patient is left in the bed How the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 work The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 are switched on by double clicking the v on the hand control The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 produce an acoustic signal a beep upon activation and the green diode over the power symbol turns on When a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 has been inactive for 90 seconds the system produces another acousti
32. ient which will be uncomfortable for the patient when the VENDLET system is operated If the patient changes mattresses the VENDLET installation must be evaluated A new mattress might change the conditions and necessitate the reinstallation of the VENDLET system 11 D A Sg nl Gm POS e Si f n L PART General intormati e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e oe E e e e e e e e e e e e WARRANTY AND SERVICE LIFE Vendlet ApS provides a 1 year factory warranty on all electric parts Opening the control unit actuators or hand control will void the warranty Certain types of care and hospi AN tal beds have a particularly long bed frame which means that the actuator may collide with the bed brake when the bed is lowered Further the mattress frame may in some cases collide with the actuator if the bed head or foot is lowered considerably Damages to the actuator due to collision with bed parts are not covered by the warranty Vendlet ApS provides a 3 year warranty on all mechanical parts except sheets and side rails The normal VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 service life is 10 years The service life may be significantly extended if the product is used and handled with care and maintained in accordance with the guidelines in this manual IN THE EVENT OF AN INCIDENT In case of an adverse event or a near accident involving the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5
33. isconnect the motor bar cable from the control unit and remove the bar from the two actuator fittings Remove the Allen screw at the motor end of the bar and pull the motor out Unscrew the small pivot screw on the motor fitting and remove it Mount the motor fitting on the new motor and attach it using the pivot screw Place the motor inside the bar and attach it using the Allen screw you removed earlier Mount the bar on the two actuator fittings and connect the cable to the control unit Reconnect the power cable to the mains outlet Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping stops Check whether the bar is working properly Remove the Allen screw Remove the motor from the bar Unscrew the small pivot screw and remove the motor fitting Mount the motor fitting on the new motor PART 3 Technical manua Replacing the actuator 1 Disconnect the power cable from the mains outlet 2 Disconnect the cable from the control unit 3 Disconnect the actuator cable from the control unit and release it from the bed allowing it to hang freely 4 Remove the 2 Allen screws securing the actuator to the actuator fitting and remove the actuator 5 Remove the actuator cable from the defective actuator if you want to re use i Remove the Allen screws and free the the cable
34. ising the back thigh and or foot part of the bed If the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 is being used as side rails you must remove the plastic sides before raising the back thigh and or foot part of the bed Under normal circumstances the bed surface must be level before you use the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 In some situations however it may be advantageous to use the back or foot part of the bed when moving or turning patients For example if the patient has wide hips and frail shoulders he she will rest more comfortably on the bed if the head and foot parts are raised a little before the process Stop button The power button also functions as a stop button A N If the hand control button controlling the tightening of the sheet fails the operation can be stopped by pressing the button 20 PART 2 User manual e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Side rails Using the VENDLET system as side rails If side rails are required for a given patient you may use the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 system for this purpose as the side rail properties of both systems have been tested and approved When the VENDLET is being used as side rails the bars must be raised to secure a distance between the surface of the mattress and the upper edge of the bars of min 22 cm Install the plastic sides before leaving the patient unattended in bed Use two plastic
35. les plugs and relief cables for signs of damage Check whether the green diode is illuminated Check all plugs cables and relief cables When using an extension cable check whether the cable has the necessary quadrant Check the stop function 1 0 mm2 Bars Red side Blue side Check the motor for signs of damage Check all cables plugs and relief cables for signs of damage Check whether the bar may be operated manually when the motor is disconnected from the control unit Check whether the motor has full pulling power when you press the B S and reduced pulling power when you press the 6 by stopping the bar with your hand Actuators Check the plastic covers for signs of damage Check all cables plugs and relief cables for damage Check whether the cables are properly secured Check whether the cables are properly secured to the bed frame with cable ties Check the slide function lubricate if necessary 46 PART 3 Technical manua TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Checklist The VENDLET does not work Has the power been turned on Is the green diode on the control unit under the bed illuminated Is the green diode on the hand control illuminated Are all cables properly mounted and intact Replace the hand control Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control
36. lled with height extensions We recommend that alternating air mattresses are firmly inflated before patient handling as this brings higher comfort to the patient during the process Incontinence VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 can also be used for patients using incontinence sheets The in continence sheet should have a minimum width of 125 cm so that it can follow the patient s movements during turning You should not use two small incontinence sheets as the patient in this case will lie on a double edge which in creases the risk of developing pressure ulcers The incontinence sheet must not be wrapped around the bars but instead must hang loosely out over the bars Urine bag and drainage tube If the patient has a catheter or a drainage tube it may be necessary to adjust the tubes etc individually Placing the urine bag or drainage tube at the foot of the bed will often be an optimal solution Should this not be possible however you could use long tubes with a view to hanging the urine bag or drainage bag on the outer surface of the VENDLET system In such cases the bag should be placed on the bed frame by the footboard and the tube routed between the footboard and the VENDLET bracket Be careful to avoid squeezing the tube 23 PART 2 User manual Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e oe ATTACHING THE SHEETS Place a slide shee
37. load of the bed Have the side rail dimensioning requirements been met Are all actuator fittings mounted at the same height and at the same distance from the bed frame Do both bars run freely up and down Do both bars slacken and pull in the sheet Does the timer activate when the button is pushed twice within 2 seconds Does the timer turn off after 90 seconds of idle time Is the control unit securely suspended Are all cables securely attached to the bed with cable ties and away from the moving parts of the bed Are all loose cables off the floor and wrapped around the cable guides on the control unit suspension plate Is the slide sheet fitted on top of the mattress and properly attached Is the turning sheet fitted in such a way that it turns properly on the bars If the VENDLET is used as side rails are all four plastic side rails in place and in good condition Is the quick guide visible and located near the bed Is the VENDLET manual available Have the care givers been instructed on the use of the VENDLET and its functions Has the VENDLET system been signed up for an annual service check Date Carried out by Patient Date of next periodic check 43 PART 3 Technical manual DISMOUNTING STORAGE AND REMOUNTING Dismounting The VENDLET V5 may be dismounted and transferred to another bed 1 Disconnect the power cable from the outle
38. n and out of bed or patients who are mobilised using a standing aid Hence the user will typically be patients with few physical and or cognitive resources and palliative patients The VENDLET is also suitable for patients at risk of developing pressure ulcers in that the uniform and steady transfer in the sheet minimises friction and the associated shear that can damage the tissue and cause pressure ulcers Furthermore the VENDLETs often seem to have a positive effect on patients suffering from spatial awareness The VENDLET is intended for patients weighing at least 40 kg The VENDLET V5 has a load capacity of max 200 kg whereas the VENDLET V5 has a load capacity of max 400 kg Consequently the target group of the VENDLET V5 is bariatric patients For safety reasons the patients should not operate the VENDLET Prior to the first use of the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 it is important to assess whether the VENDLET is suitable for the patient in question It may be necessary to take special precautions for example if a patient is very restless in bed PART 1 General information Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 consist of two bars fitted with motors The bed is fitted with a motorised bar on both sides the bar on the left side of the patient has a blue colour marking and the bar on the right s
39. n videos on our webpage vendlet com or scan the QR code All straps are in place and the patient is ready for transferring 17 PART 2 User manual Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Mobilizing out of bed The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 may also be used for moving patients in and out of bed preferably in combination with a turntable 1 Double click the button to activate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 2 Use the VENDLET turning function to place the turntable under the patient 3 Press the OI and O buttons to lower the bars if they are raised 4 Press the S and 4 buttons to slacken the turning sheet 5 Raise the head section of the bed to make the patient sit up 6 Turn the patient on the turntable stop when his her feet protrude over the side of the bed 7 Lower the head section of the bed while supporting the patient 8 Press the oJ or Lo button to move the patient to the edge of the bed EE 9 Lower the bed until the feet of the UY patient reach the floor Raise the back of the bed to move the patient to a sitting position 10 Press the oJ or Lo button to move the patient closer to the edge of the bed and raise the bed at the same time This helps the patient to stand up Watch instruction videos on our webpage vendlet com or scan the QR code a e Raise the bed and help
40. rnating air mattress is fitted with a slide sheet it is important that the velcro tapes are not fastened around the frame under the mattress too tightly as this could disrupt the function of the alternating air mattress Consequently the mattress should be fully inflated during fitting 24 PART 2 User manual Ge e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e Turning sheet Attaching the turning sheet before use Place the turning sheet in the middle of the bed velcro tape facing downward Press the turning sheet onto the velcro strip on one of the bars begin at the head of the bed and work your way down to the foot of the bed The turning sheet must always be placed OVER the bars to AN prevent the fingers hair ect of the patient from getting caught under the sheet The pulling power will be reduced and the motors will switch off when the turning sheet is pulled in by the bar if the sheet is placed under the bars Press the or button on the hand control and allow approx two thirds of the sheet to be pulled in by the bar Press the turning sheet onto the velcro strip on the opposite bar Use this bar to pull in the turning sheet by pressing the or LG button until the sheet covers the mattress evenly with the red line at the centre of the mattress The red line should be at the centre of the mattress to the extent possible as this will not only ensure as much manoeuvrability as possible when the V
41. ronic waste Furthermore it may be divided into metal waste cable waste electronic waste and reusable plastic The actuators may be disposed of as electronic waste Furthermore they may be divided into metal waste electronic waste and reusable plastic The hand control may be disposed of as electronic waste Furthermore it may be divided into cable waste electronic waste and reusable plastic The turning sheet and the slide sheet should be disposed of as combustible waste 54 ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee eege ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee e Manufactured by S Vendlet ApS U Egelund 33 SE EE Ee EE DK 6200 Aabenraa eee ade echt kee eed EE Tel 45 963 00 50 DEENEN vendlet vendlet dk EE EEE www vendlet com EE Distributor EE EEE Healthcare Lifting Specialist EE bead eee OL eee a dee ean eee ene de e eeeeeoeveeeeeeeeeeeeweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee ee Unit 3 56 Norcal Rd Miia cat CCS EE Che EA 66 450s ee esha omar oan eae was eeeeevneveeeweeeeeeeeeeeeew eee eee eee ewww ee ew woe eee eee eo eee ee eee ee eee em em em ec el ele O Nunawading WA SE Australia SEENEN T 03 9878 4448 admin healthcarelifting com au C Gran All rights reserved www healthcarelifting com au Copyright 2015 Vendlet ApS
42. s When using spacers the button head bolts for support bars and mounting brackets must be replaced as described on page 31 You will need to use top plates if you are using 2 or 3 spacers Insert the two pins of the top plate in the holes on the top of the second spacer with the biggest cutout facing away from the mounting bracket Push the spacers towards the mounting bracket contact face and attach them to the mounting bracket using the button head screws It is now possible to mount the mounting bracket on the bed frame 34 PART 3 Technical manual Mounting the actuator fittings with actuator The four actuator fitting cables are colour coded Actuator fittings with green actuator plug O rings are mounted to the right hand side of the patient Actuator fittings with yellow actuator plug O rings are mounted to the left hand side of the patient 1 The actuator fitting and actuator is inserted into the mounting bracket from the bottom Push the red button and pull out the adjustment screw to guide the actuator fitting to the desired position 2 Release the adjustment screw and allow it to fall into place to fix the bg actuator fitting in the desired position at the desired height Apply pressure to the adjustment screw to ensure its full insertion Apply pressure to the actuator fitting to check if it has locked in place 3 Use this procedure to attach all four actuator fittings Mounting the support bars
43. sides on each bar If the head end or foot end of the bed will be raised while the patient occupies the bed the plastic sides at that end must be removed How to attach the plastic sides 1 Adjust the height of the bed to ensure a correct work posture 2 Press the and buttons to slacken the turning sheet enough to insert the plastic sides between the mattress and treien d h rt bar as shown in the figure an the support ba g 3 When the plastic sides are inserted be tween the mattress and the support bar the spacer at the bottom of the plastic side must press against the headboard and footboard This position ensures that the fingers of the A N patient will not get caught 4 The plastic sides are attached by pressing them down over the bars the easiest way is to do it one bracket at a time Start with the bracket closest to the headboard or footboard and press it down over the bar 5 Always remember to attach the foot end plastic side first fol A N lowed by the head end plastic side as this prevents the patient from get ting his her hand or similar caught in the overlap between the two plastic sides 21 PART 2 User manua How to remove the plastic sides 1 Adjust the height of the bed to ensure correct work posture when the plastic sides are removed from the bars 2 Remove the plastic sides by grabbing them by the side and pulling upwards slightly slanted 3 The plastic sides may
44. system the accident must be reported to the competent authority in the country in which the accident happened and to the Danish Health and Medicines Authority Likewise we kindly request that you also inform Vendlet ApS on tel 45 9631 0050 or vendlet vendlet dk 12 SYMBOLS Warning triangle indicates when special attention is necessary CE CE marking The product complies with the Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC C Tick marking Certification trademark Australia New Zealand Recognised Component Mark for Canada and the United States China RoHS Serial no According to EN 60601 1 the product is Type B equipment For indoor use Safety isolating transformer Product with a thermofuse User weight max Electronics scrap When disposing of the products sub components should be recycled Operating instructions Power stop button Tighten the sheet on the red or blue bar Slacken the sheet on the red or blue bar Raise the red or blue bar Lower the red or blue bar 13 OPERATION Handling patients with a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 system enables care takers to work on a one to one basis one hand is used to operate the hand control and the other hand is free to guide the arms and legs of the patient In order to improve the safety and well being of the patient we recommend that you place the hand holding the hand control on the shoulder o
45. t 2 Disconnect all plugs from the control unit and remove the cable ties holding the cables 3 Remove the suspension plate and remove the control unit from the suspension plate 4 Remove the bars on both sides Coil up the motor cables and attach them to the bars using cable ties 5 Remove the two support bars 6 Remove the actuator fittings from the mounting brackets Coil up the actuator cables and secure them using cable ties 7 Dismount the mounting brackets with mounting plate and spacers if any 8 Pack all parts carefully together Store bolts nuts and washers in a bag Check all bolts and nuts for signs of damage and discard all damaged parts Storage The VENDLET system should be stored in a dry location Temperature 10 C 50 C Relative air humidity 20 90 30 C No condensation Atmospheric pressure 700 1060 hPa Remounting Follow the procedure described in this manual if remounting is required Before the mounting you should check all VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 parts for dam age and whether the date of the annual service check has not been exceeded 44 PART 3 Technical manual MAINTENANCE CHECK Annual check The VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system must be service checked by a qualified technician annually This check will ensure that the safety issues pertaining to the VENDLET system are in compliance with the standard as well as a long service life The annual check includes t
46. t directly on top of the mattress followed by the turning sheet which is then attached to the two bars Slide sheets and turning sheets are available in standard bed sizes and with increased width which makes the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5 systems suitable for wider beds as well Turning sheet width Slide sheet width Fits mattress widths 350 cm standard 95 cm standard 80 90 cm standard 400 cm 115 cm 95 110 cm 450 cm 135 cm 115 130 cm You can also purchase disposable turnings sheets and slide sheets The disposable sheets are only avalible in one size Slid A e sheet Fold the slide sheet corner elastic straps around the mattress Check that the surface is smooth and even without creases and folds Make sure that slippery side is facing upwards Fasten the velcro tapes around the mattress frame It is important that the tapes are fastened A N around the frame under the mattress and not around the bed frame as this will prevent the back thigh and foot parts of the bed from being raised The tapes are long enough for thick mat tresses The slide sheet is subject to extensive wear and must be checked regularly The friction of the turning sheet against the mattress will increase and the comfort of the patient will be reduced during moving and other forms of handling if the bed is not fitted with a slide sheet or the slide sheet has been damaged When an alte
47. tems are delivered with eight grey cable ties two for each actuator Route the cable to the back of the actuator shaft and use two grey cable ties to attach it once the actuator leg has been adjusted to the right height Then attach the actuator cable to the bed frame using cable ties It is important that the cables are routed tightly to ensure that they will rest firmly against the bed frame use at least four cable ties on each side of the bed Connecting the hand control Connect the hand control to the control unit in the plug by this symbol on the control unit The hand control should always hang on the outside of the bed such as on the outside of the headboard The hand control should be connected before the actuator and power cables are connected In case you need to replace a faulty hand control begin by unplugging the power cable replace the hand control and then reconnect the power cable to the mains outlet i Cables attached using two grey cable ties The hand control is connected to the control unit 39 PART 3 Technical manual Connection of cables to control unit The next step is to connect the actuator cables The red side actuator cables have plugs with green O rings these are connected to the green control unit colour codes The blue side actuator cables have plugs with yellow O rings these are connected to the yellow control unit colour codes The plugs on the blue bar motor cables
48. turning sheet sound and does the sheet run over the O Yes D No bars 4 Is the slide sheet fastened around the frame under the mattress and in Ll Yes O No good condition 5 Double click the on the hand control Does the green diode on the Lies No hand control illuminate Does everything work when you press the match ing hand control buttons 6 Has it been verified that the condition of the patient and the mattress bed O Yes O No patient combination have not changed relative to when the VENDLET was mounted 7 Are the care givers familiar with the instructions of this manual and have Ll Yes O No they received training in the use of the VENDLET 8 Is the quick guide located at an easily accessible spot near the bed O yes O No Q Has it been verified that the date of the next annual inspection has not Ll Yes LINo come and gone 27 Cleaning and washing instructions Cleaning of electric and mechanical parts Clean the electrical and mechanical parts with a damp cloth with water or a mild soap solution and then wipe the parts with a dry cloth You could also use a dry cloth with ethanol Never hose down or steam clean a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5 system Washing instructions slide sheet Recommended washing temperature 60 C Do not tumble dry Do not iron X I E3 Washing instructions turning sheet Recommended washing temperature 95 C Max 4 shrinking Always tumble dry at
49. uipped with a rectangular steel frame with the following dimensions Height 45 50 mm width min 20 mm and length min 1950 mm Although the VENDLET systems are suitable for mounting on most beds with the above dimensions the VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 may not be suitable for mounting on some beds Before using a VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5 system with a patient it is important to assess whether the system is suitable for the given patient and whether the situation at hand requires special considerations For example it could be necessary to take special precautions if the patient is restless in bed Likewise it must be ensured that the care givers have been trained in the proper use of the VENDLET V5 Preparations Tools You need an Allen key 5 and a 13 mm single end wrench to mount the VENDLET V5 Use an Allen key 4 if spacers are used Overview of bolts washers and nuts The following bolts washers and nuts are included in the delivery Button head bolts 12 8 x 20 mm button head bolts for support bars and mounting brackets 48x35 mm button head bolts for bars 8 M8 lock nuts 4 M8 washers NOTE Replace the 8 x 20 mm button head bolts by 8 x 30 mm bolts if 1 spacer is used Replace the 8 x 20 mm button head bolts by 8 x 40 mm bolts if 2 spacers are used Replace the 8 x 20 mm button head bolts by 8 x 50 mm bolts if 3 spacers are used 31 PART 3 Technical manua Dimensional requirements side rails If the bed is

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