Joerns Oxford User Instruction Manual Download Page 2

Oxford

®

Switch

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English

Contents

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 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 3

2.

 

Assembly & Commissioning Instructions ..........................................................................4 

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Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................5

4.

 

Operating Instructions .......................................................................................................7

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Maintenance Schedule & Daily Check List .....................................................................13

6.

 

Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................15

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 Warranty .......................................................................................................................... 16

Summary of Contents for Oxford

Page 1: ...User Instruction Manual Oxford Switch To avoid injury read user manual prior to use ...

Page 2: ...h 2 English Contents 1 Introduction 3 2 Assembly Commissioning Instructions 4 3 Safety Precautions 5 4 Operating Instructions 7 5 Maintenance Schedule Daily Check List 13 6 Technical Specifications 15 7 Warranty 16 ...

Page 3: ...to the maintenance schedule included in this document If you are at all unsure what your country s servicing requirements are please check with your authorised distributor and or a local government agency The CE mark The Oxford Switch carries the CE mark and complies with the following EC directives Medical Device Directive MDR 2017 745 Statement of Intended Use The intended use of the Oxford Swit...

Page 4: ...ng the knee pad height adjustment quick release pins are on the same side as the brake pedals 2 Insert the two frame securing knobs and tighten by hand ensuring they are positively engaged and secure 3 Ensure both knee pads are facing the patient side of the device i e towards the heal of the footprint decals Storage Transportation The base and frame can be separated for easier storage and transpo...

Page 5: ...AYS plan your transfer operations before commencing ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using this product ALWAYS familiarise yourself with the operating devices and safety features of this product before use The caregiver s must ALWAYS apply supportive and counter force in a safe manner when the user is standing up sitting down and during transfer Failure to do this may result in inadver...

Page 6: ...NOT attempt to push or pull a loaded device over a floor obstruction of which the castors are unable to ride over easily DO NOT bump the device down steps loaded or unloaded DO NOT attempt to negotiate a loaded device on a slope which exceeds 1 12 approximately 5 degrees Joerns Healthcare recommend a second helper is present when moving a patient on a slope DO NOT park a loaded device on ANY slopi...

Page 7: ...f the support surface Failure to follow this guidance may result in inadvertent tipping and consequential injury to the patient and or caregiver 2 Lower Leg Knee Support Adjust the knee pads so that the upper edge of each pad is approximately 3cm below the lower edge of the kneecap To adjust the height pull the two quick release pins and adjust the sliding frame section to the appropriate height f...

Page 8: ...reen marked surface of each pedal ensuring the wheels rotate freely 4 Standing Function It is good practice and recommended to test a patient s standing ability prior to fully deploying the device for a transfer especially where there is any element of doubt 5 Training Function The Switch can also be used as a training aid for standing sitting and sit to stand functions A caregiver may wish to ass...

Page 9: ... consequential injury to the patient and or caregiver Place the patient s feet on to the base plate using the feet decals as a positioning guide Instruct the patient to lean forwards and grab hold of one of the frame rungs appropriate to their height reach and comfort The patient is then encouraged to raise himself herself into a standing position CAUTION Caregiver s must ensure the patient mainta...

Page 10: ...nd achieve a more upright and comfortable position Remove or reposition any obstructions that hinder access to the patient e g wheelchair foot plates or furniture and manoeuvre the Switch in towards the patient Apply both brakes on the Switch to ensure a stable and secure platform Place the patient s feet on the base plate using the feet decals as a positioning guide Ask the patient to lean forwar...

Page 11: ...r comfort and has two handles on each side for carer assisted standing A longer strap secured with a locking clip can then be looped around the attachment point on the Switch and adjusted to provide additional security and support once a standing position is achieved Dual Carer Use Having fitted the Patient Handling Belt to the patient see separate user guide apply both brakes on the Switch to ens...

Page 12: ...clipped loop or a handle providing the necessary assistance during raising CAUTION Caregiver s must ensure the patient maintains the correct position throughout the transfer Attachment of the Patient Handling Belt to the Switch WARNING NEVER secure the Patient Handling Belt to the Switch before the patient has reached a sta ble and fully standing position Once the patient is in the standing positi...

Page 13: ...omfortably and securely keeping their hands on the frame for assistance balance Release the clip on the Patient Handling Belt strap and un hook from the curved vertical hook Tuck it away to the side of the belt to avoid any inadvertent snagging Providing necessary assistance instruct the patient to gradually lower themselves in a controlled manner to a seated position ...

Page 14: ...d Switch that shows signs of damage that could endanger or compromise the safety of the patient and or carer Instead seek assistance from the organisation who supplied your product or contact Joerns Healthcare directly ENSURE the product moves freely on its wheels ENSURE both brakes are operational and engage correctly CONFIRM the adjustable knee pad slides up and down and locks securely into posi...

Page 15: ...and repairs If you are unsure of the organisation you need to contact our customer service team will be more than happy to assist you Contact details can be found on the reverse cover of this manual Cleaning Using a damp cloth wipe clean with ordinary soap and water and or any hard surface disinfectant Harsh chemical cleaners or abrasives should be avoided as these may damage the surface finish of...

Page 16: ...ll Height Of Base Footplate 45mm Ground Clearance 25mm Corner Castors 4 33mm Central Braked Wheels 2 125mm Weights Frame Assembly 4 5kgs Base Assembly 11 5kgs Environmental Conditions Outside this environment functionality and safety may be compromised Operating Temperature 5 C to 40 C Relative humidity 20 to 90 30 C not condensing Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C Relative humidity 20 to 90 30 C n...

Page 17: ...hey can be contacted should any problem arise If you are in any doubt as to where your product was purchased Joerns Healthcare can trace the supplier if you quote the serial number of the product All warranty claims are subject to the correct use and maintenance in accordance with the user instruction manual provided with each product Damage caused by use in unsuitable environmental conditions or ...

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