Introduction; Safety - Lopital Flexo Benutzeranleitung

1. Introduction

1.1. Introduction
The height-adjustable shower-toilet chair Flexo is a medical device for caring for
and washing clients in an ergonomically responsible manner. Comfort is the primary
consideration for both the client and the carer.
The Flexo can also be used as a toilet chair, in combination with a bedpan / bucket or
a toilet. The Flexo comprises a base frame and chair component. The chair component
provides the same comfort as a regular chair and offers the same degree of support.
The chair component can be hydraulically adjusted in height, in relation to the base frame.
The Flexo is thus a multifunctional device. These functions are essential performance of
the chair.
The average technical life of the Flexo is 10 years, assuming it is cleaned daily and
regularly maintained according to the maintenance schedule supplied (See chapter 4.
Cleaning and maintenance).
The Flexo is a class 1 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 the Flexo brake is applied before transferring clients.
• Notify the client before moving the Flexo.
• When the chair is moving upwards / downwards do not place feet on the sub-frame;
this will prevent any jamming issues.
• Close the armrests with front closure before moving the Flexo upwards.
• Make sure that the client always places his / her arms on the appropriate armrest in
order to avoid anything becoming jammed.
• Keep the armrests or front closure down / closed when moving the Flexo.
• Be aware of obstacles when moving upwards / downwards.
• Only relocate and move the Flexo in the lower position.
• When moving the Flexo, do not adjust upwards / downwards.
• Always try to move backwards over obstacles (rather than forwards).
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