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The hand control ON button is not being fully depressed, or the hose in kinked.
Keep pressing the button until the motor stops automatically, check hose is not kinked.

Release the UP button, which will stop the motor running. The system is designed so that it
cannot over inflate the cushion. Should the blower unit continue to operate for more than 20
seconds after the cushion is fully inflated, release the UP button and consult your dealer for advice.

If the light is out, check the fuse in the main plug. If the light is on wait 40 minutes for unit
to cool down, and try to operate again. If fault continues consult your dealer for advice.

Distorted patches indicate an exposure to temperatures above 50°C.

DO NOT USE

Return for replacement.

The cushion cannot over-inflate unless it has previously been in contact with water above 50°C.

If the remaining seal is 3mm (1/8") wide or less, return the equipment for a replacement cushion.

This will only occur if the inner seam has failed.
Return the equipment for a replacement cushion.

DO NOT USE

Return for replacement cushion.

Air must be forced out of the cushion, disconnect the hose from the blower unit, this will allow most of

the air to flow out of the cushion. To remove the last of the air, apply gentle pressure to the cushion,
or roll the cushion into a cylinder, starting with the end furthest away from the hose.

Ensure the suckers and the bath are free from powdery deposits or oils.
Dry and clean before attaching the cushion.

Contact the manufacturer for spares and screw these in.

DO NOT USE

There is a fault with the cushion or hose. Contact your dealer for advice.

The cushion inflates in a stop and start
fashion.

The cushion is fully inflated but the motor is
not cutting out.

The motor has stopped and will not start
again.

The cushion has distorted in places.

The cushion appears to be over-inflating.

The seams appear to be opening up slowly.

Air bubbles are emitted from between the
double seam at the base of the cushion.

The area around the hose connecting flange
has distorted.

The cushion does not appear to deflate fully.

The cushion is sliding in the bath.

Suckers have come off the cushion.

Air is escaping into the bath water.

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Trouble Shooting Guide

UK RBF Bath buddy instruction 16pp  21/9/07  09:07  Page 9

Summary of Contents for Bath Buddy

Page 1: ...Bath Buddy Bathmate Instruction Book UK RBF Bath buddy instruction 16pp 21 9 07 09 07 Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...safety Setting up and putting cushion in bath Filling and getting into bath Leaving bath disconnecting and cleaning Technical specification Trouble shooting guide Routine maintenance and servicing Notes for guidance Appendices Cautionary notes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 N O I T P I R C S E D E G A P HAVE YOU COMPLETED YOUR GUARANTEE CARD Please take the time to complete this important document It ...

Page 3: ...ven supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety and understands the hazards involved This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years or age and above children less than 8 years shall be kept away unless continually supervised Children shall not play with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children withou...

Page 4: ... n o i h s u c e t i h W 1 e d i u g g n i t a r e p o y d n a H 8 t i n u r e w o l b n i a M 2 d r a c e e t n a r a u G 9 s r e k c u s e t i h w 4 3 0 1 e s o h e t i h W 4 Electrical installation instructions fixings 5 Mains lead plug 11 Carry case optional not shown 6 Hand control unit 1 3 2 4 6 5 10 7 8 9 UK RBF Bath buddy instruction 16pp 21 9 07 09 07 Page 3 ...

Page 5: ...d wiring of the blower unit within the bathroom must comply with the current safety standards the procedures described in the enclosed installation instructions for hard wiring This appliance required a 13 amp fuse When changing the fuse ensure it is replaced with an identical rated 13A Fuse ASTAproved to BS 1362 If the fuse cover is damaged the plug must not be used and should be replaced by the ...

Page 6: ...h surface to check this pull gently on each sucker to establish adhesion 2 Switch on the power at the mains supply checking the green light on the blower unit is illuminated 3 Take the hand control unit in either hand and gently depress the up button until the cushion is fully inflated see diagram A The machine is designed to stop once the correct pressure has been achieved Releasing the button at...

Page 7: ...action to continue depress the button again maintaining contact until right at the bottom of the bath To aid stability a fixed grab rail should be used with the Bath Buddy If a grab rail is not available then RBF Healthcare or your dealer can supply one as an accessory Please see appendix A for guidance on positioning of the grab rail In addition the bather may also find it useful to rest one or b...

Page 8: ...n the cushion or suckers the cushion should be removed from the bath by lifting the sucker release tabs Do not pull the cushion see diagram D To fully deflate the cushion for storage simply disconnect the hose from the blower unit by depressing the button on the top ofthe connector and pulling it away from the blower This will allow most of the air to flow quickly out of the cushion To remove th e...

Page 9: ... e s u F Mode of Operation ED 10 Drive time to 2 mins Stop time to 18 mins s n o i t i d n o C g n i t a r e p O s n o i t i d n o C e g a r o t S t r o p s n a r T Temperature 20 to 50 Deg C Temperature 0 to 50 Deg C Humidity non condensing 20 to 95 Humidity non condensing 30 to 95 a P h 0 6 0 1 o t a P h 0 0 7 e d u t i t l A a P h 0 6 0 1 o t a P h 0 0 5 e d u t i t l A Classifications Max Nois...

Page 10: ... a replacement cushion DO NOT USE Return for replacement cushion Air must be forced out of the cushion disconnect the hose from the blower unit this will allow most of the air to flow out of the cushion To remove the last of the air apply gentle pressure to the cushion or roll the cushion into a cylinder starting with the end furthest away from the hose Ensure the suckers and the bath are free fro...

Page 11: ...ation on page 2 4 For maintenance and servicing within the public sector i e Hospitals and Nursing Homes please contact your local dealer or RBF Healthcare for an information sheet Accessories Spares Spares PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION BB 0068 WALL M0UNTING INSTRUCTION LEAFLET BB 0070 WALL MOUNTING HOOK BB 0135 SUCKER BB 0290 HAND CONTROL COMPLETE BB 02O8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BB 0209 QUICK START INST...

Page 12: ... therefore safe to be operated by either useror attendant with wet hands The blower unit however is connected to the mains electricity and should not be handled with wet hand unless disconnected from the electricity supply 4 In the event of an electricity power failure the unit will NOT operate Should a power failure occur during use assistancemay be required when leaving the bath 5 Should the cus...

Page 13: ... to whether a tall or standard cushion is required please refer to the diagram below If a bath falls outside of the guidelines below please contact your dealer or manufacturer for advice Both Standard Tall Cushions are suitable for bath widths of 460mm to 560mm 18 to 22 Tall Cushion is recommended for bath depths of between 415mm 490mm 16 19 UK RBF Bath buddy instruction 16pp 21 9 07 09 07 Page 12...

Page 14: ... with the manufacturers specifications All dimensions are approximate and are for reference only The grab rail should always be fitted to suit the individual needs of the user A B Fitting Zone Fitting Zone POSITION A from 300 to 900 mm 13 to 35 inches from back edge of bath POSITION B from 100 to 600mm 4 to 24 inches from the top edge of bath Grab Rail UK RBF Bath buddy instruction 16pp 21 9 07 09...

Page 15: ... emitting from the cushion or hose discontinue use contact your supplier 5 Should the blower unit casing cushion or hose become damaged please discontinue contact your supplier RBF Healthcare undertakes to repair or replace free of charge any unit that fails in normal domestic use within one year from the date of purchase provided the product has been kept used and maintained in accordance with th...

Page 16: ...ddy instruction 16pp 21 9 07 09 08 Page 16 RBF Healthcare 55 Vanguard Way Shoeburyness Essex SS3 9QY Tel 44 0 1702 527 401 Fax 44 0 1702 420 240 Email Sales rbfhealthcare co uk Why not visit our Website at www rbfhealthcare co uk ...

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