Introduction; Safety - Lopital Tango XL Benutzeranleitung

1. Introduction

1.1. Introduction
The Tango XL shower-toilet chair is a medical device for caring and washing clients in
an ergonomically responsible manner . Comfort is the primary consideration for both the
client and the carer .
The Tango XL can also be used as a toilet chair, in combination with a bedpan / bucket .
The Tango XL is a shower-toilet chair with independent, folding armrests, polyurethane
2-piece removable seat, rails for a bedpan and rotating and foldable footrests . These
functions are essential performance .
The average technical life-cycle of the Tango XL is 10 years, assuming it is cleaned daily
and regularly maintained according to the maintenance schedule supplied
(See: Chapter 4 Cleaning and Maintenance) .
The Tango XL is a product with CE-marking. This marking corresponds with directive 93/42/
EC and the revised directive 2007/47/EC for medical devices of 21 March 2010.

1.2. Safety

A failure to comply with the following safety points and the further definitions
in these instructions for use could lead to hazardous situations. Please read
carefully before use.
Use
• Make sure that the Tango XL brake is applied before transferring clients .
• Notify the client before moving the Tango XL .
• Make sure that the client always places his / her arms on the appropriate armrest
in order to avoid anything becoming jammed .
• Keep the armrests down / closed when moving the Tango XL .
• Always try to move backwards over obstacles (rather than forwards) .
• It is not permitted to charge the Tango XL with more than 250 kg .
• The Tango XL may not be used to transport loads other than people .
• Only use original parts, supplied by Lopital .
• Use the Tango XL in a clean and tidy working environment .
• The Tango XL may only be operated by an authorised person .
• Swimming pool locations are not considered to be 'normal conditions' and will
substantially shorten the lifespan of certain components .
• During use of the Tango XL, the water temperature may not exceed 43°C .
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