Rhima DVS, Operator'S Manual

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Operative Instructions
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use of the machine. When realizing the machine, all
potentially dangerous situations have been foreseen
and appropriate protections have been adopted.
However, the level of accidents caused by careless and
awkward use of the machine remains high. Distraction,
carelessness and too much confidence are often cause
of injuries; as well as tiredness and sleepiness. It is,
therefore, mandatory to carefully read this manual, in
particular section “3 Safety and prevention”.
3.1 General warnings
3.1.1 User obligations
• The user undertakes to entrust the machine only to
qualified and trained personnel.
• The user undertakes to set up an electric circuit
breaker with an effective regulatory earthing system
and the various connections for water inlet and drain.
• The user is required to take all measures to prevent
unauthorized people from using the machine.
• The user undertakes to adequately inform and train
its personnel on the application and observance of
the safety regulations.
• Failure to comply with these rules may jeopardize
the safety of the device and IMMEDIATELY void the
warranty.
• The user must inform the manufacturer if defects or
malfunctions of the accident-prevention system are
found, as well as any presumed dangerous situation.
• Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to
the device should be reported to the manufacturer
and the competent authority of the Member State in
which the user is established.
• The user undertakes to use only original spare parts.
Otherwise, the warranty lapses. It also undertakes
not to intervene for any repair work.
3.1.2 Installer obligations
• The bedpan washer must be installed and set up
for use exclusively by specialised personnel and
authorised by the manufacturer.
• Check that the machine has not been damaged
during transport and handling.
• Use the bedpan washer only in environments that are
not at risk of fire and/or explosion and in rooms at
ambient temperature.
• Before installing the equipment, ensure that the
supply voltage complies with the one shown on
the identification plate and that the water supply
pressure is equal to the one indicated in the technical
data. Furthermore, make sure that the drain matches
the dimensions provided on the installation drawing.
• The electrical and water connections can only be
made by specialised service personnel, paying
particular attention not to crush the power supply
cable and the water flexible hoses.
• Do not install the machine in the same room where
patients are housed. The machine can heat the
environment, thus increasing humidity.
3.1.3 Operator obligations
• Before starting to operate for the first time, become
familiar with the control devices and their functions.
• The operator must not carry out operations
or interventions which are not within his/her
competence on their own initiative.
• It is strictly forbidden to operate or have the
machine operated by anyone who has not read and
understood the information in this manual, as well as
by unskilled personnel who are not in good mental
and physical health.
• The machine must not be operated with the guards
removed or partly damaged.
• Use the bedpan washer only for the operations
described in this manual.
• Do not damage or change the power cable or plug.
• Never start the machine if the cable or plug are
damaged.
• Do not pull the power cable to unplug it. Always act
on the plug.
• Use detergents and additives specific for
manufacturer-approved washer disinfectors.
Always observe the manufacturer’s instructions.
If, despite this, the product has negative effects on
the instruments or machine, the responsibility will be
of the manufacturer of the cleaning liquids.
• Only introduce instruments that can be treated
with automatic cleaning and disinfection process
(see manufacturer’s instructions). It is particularly
important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions
when inserting new instruments that are used for the
first time.
• If additional accessories are used to load the
instruments, especially hollow ones, the instructions
contained in the manufacturer’s instruction manual
must be observed.
• Handle the chemical products with care. Chemicals
for cleaning, neutralizing and rinsing contain irritants
and caustic substances.
• The water in the chamber is not drinkable.
• Do not lean on the door and do not use it as a step.
• The machine during its work cycle could reach a
temperature of 95°C /203°F; be very careful: there
may be a risk of scalding.
• Do not change, for any reason, the characteristics of
the appliance, its installation specifications and the
parameters set.
• At the end of loading and unloading the instruments
to be used, always close the door in order to avoid