Vendlet V5S Speed Adjust Manual Download Page 29

PART 2 - User manual

 

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Checklist

VENDLET does not run

Is the control unit connected to 230V outlet and is the power on? 
Is the green diode on the control unit illuminated?

Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit?

Is the green diode on the hand control illuminated? 
Double-click the 

 button to activate the system.

One of the bars does not turn

Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit?

One or both bars do(es) not turn 
when the client is lying on the 
turning sheet

Is the turning sheet running under the bars? The sheet must be 
over the bars.

Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit?

One of the bars will only turn in 
one direction

Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit?

The symbols on the hand control 
do not match when the VENDLET 
is activated

Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit?

The actuators cannot be raised/
lowered or do not go together

Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit?

1.  If nothing else helps, try resetting the system by simultaneously pressing and 

holding the 

 and 

 buttons until you hear 10 beeps. Try using the system 

again.

2.  Contact a qualified technician or your distributor if the above does not solve the 

problem.

Summary of Contents for V5S Speed Adjust

Page 1: ...VALUE IN CARING MANUAL VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust Speed Adjust ...

Page 2: ...gelund 33 DK 6200 Aabenraa hereby declares that the products comply with the EU Directives 93 42 EEC on Medical Devices Product VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust Designation Electronic device for handling turning patients in bed Classification rule Class I according to Annex IX rule 1 and 12 The product is tested according to following standards IEC 60601 2 ...

Page 3: ...this manual refers to VENDLET it applies to all 4 models If the situation only applies to one or more of the models it will refer specifically to each model The instructions in this manual must be followed Vendlet ApS shall not be liable should the VENDLET be used modified or assembled in a way that is not described in this manual This manual is divided into three parts Part 1 contains general inf...

Page 4: ...ERATION 15 How to use VENDLET 15 Turning 15 Moving from one side of the bed to the other 16 Repositioning the client up in the bed 17 Applying a sling 18 Prone position 19 Transferring from one bed to another 20 Side rail 20 Using the VENDLET in combination with bed functionality 21 Stop button 21 Pressure relieving mattresses 22 Incontinence 22 Urine bag and drainage tube 22 ATTACHING THE SHEETS ...

Page 5: ...ng instructions 28 Cleaning of electric and mechanical parts 28 Washing instructions slide sheet 28 Washing instructions turning sheet 28 Troubleshooting 29 PART 3 TECHNICAL MANUAL UNPACKING 30 Parts list 30 MOUNTING 30 Preparations 31 Tools 31 Overview of bolts washers and nuts 31 Dimensional requirements side rails 31 Maximum loads 33 Mounting 33 Attaching a side 33 Height adjustment 36 Adjustme...

Page 6: ... 42 Bed frame bracket 42 Side rail bumper 42 Transport and mounting trolley 42 FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST 42 DISMOUNTING STORAGE AND REMOUNTING 44 Dismounting 44 Storage 44 Remounting 44 MAINTENANCE CHECK 45 Annual check 45 Mechanical parts 45 Sheets 45 Functional test 45 Electrical parts 46 TROUBLESHOOTING 47 REPAIRS 49 Replacing the motor in a bar 49 Replacing the actuator 51 Replacing the velcr...

Page 7: ...liative clients The VENDLET is also suitable for clients at risk of developing pressure ulcers in that the uniform and steady transfer in the sheet minimises friction and the associated shear that can damage the tissue and cause pressure ulcers Furthermore the VENDLETs often seem to have a positive effect on clients suffering from spatial aware ness The VENDLET is intended for clients weighing at ...

Page 8: ...rning sheet is wrapped around the two bars making it possible to move it from side to side A slide sheet is inserted under the turning sheet in order to reduce the friction of the turning sheet against the mattress The bars are fitted with an actuator at each end in order to raise and lower the bars To allow the individual adjustment of each VENDLET to any bed and mattress the actuators are mounte...

Page 9: ... on the bars relates to the colours on the hand control buttons With VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust and VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust the speed of the bars can be reduced so the speed is running at 75 or 50 of normal Press and hold the individual buttons long enough to obtain the desired operation the motors will stop when the button is released Likewise you may stop an activated function by clicking the Tig...

Page 10: ... carer or relatives etc As it is recommended that the clients does not operate the VENDLET them selves the hand control must be placed on the outside of the bed before leaving the client Lowering the bed to a very low position may leave the actuator bracket very close to the floor Consequently you should not place your feet under the actuator fittings The bed s lowest height can be re stricted on ...

Page 11: ... necessary to extend the length of the VENDLET system see page 37 Brackets that makes installation on different types of beds easier are available see page 41 42 Additional hand control An additional hand control can be connected if a hand control is required on both sides of the bed see page 39 Wider sheets Wider turning sheets and slide sheets are also available if the VENDLET is to be used on w...

Page 12: ...ents of the bed manufacturer and be suit able for the bed 2 The maximum occupant weight requirements of the mattress manufacturer must not be exceeded 3 Following the installation of the VENDLET the distance between the mattress sides and the support bar must be minimum 2 5 cm and maximum 4 cm 4 If the mattress is soft and easily compressible it must be ensured that there is no crush hazard due to...

Page 13: ...r ranty To prevent the above problem by limiting the bed s lowest height or by turning the actuator read more on pages 41 42 Vendlet ApS provides a 3 year warranty on all mechanical parts except sheets The normal VENDLET service life is 10 years The service life may be significantly extended if the product is used and handled with care and maintained in accordance with the guidelines in this manua...

Page 14: ...Canada and the United States China RoHS P O Serial no According to EN 60601 1 the product is Type B equipment For indoor use Safety isolating transformer Product with a thermofuse User weight max Electronics scrap When disposing of the products sub components should be recycled Operating instructions Power stop button Speed Adjustment Tighten the sheet on the red or blue bar Slacken the sheet on t...

Page 15: ...Turning The VENDLET may be used to turn clients Follow this procedure to move a client from a supine position to lying on his her right side 1 Double click the button to activate the VENDLET 2 Press the button to raise the blue bar 3 If necessary press once or twice on to reduce speed Speed Adjust 4 Press the button to tighten the turning sheet on the blue bar 5 Place the left arm of the client on...

Page 16: ...to the side of the bed 1 Double click the button to activate the VENDLET 2 Press the and buttons to lower the bars if they have been raised 3 If necessary press once or twice on to reduce speed Speed Adjust 4 Use the bar on the side to which the client should be moved and tighten the turning sheet In many situations this will give the care giver a better work posture for example in connection with...

Page 17: ...DLET 2 Press the and buttons to lower the bars if they are raised 3 If necessary press once or twice on to reduce speed Speed Adjust 4 Press the and buttons to slacken the turning sheet 5 Stand next to the headboard and press the or button to pull the client from side to side while you gently guide the turning sheet towards the upper end of the bar 6 Repeat the procedure on the opposite side and s...

Page 18: ...and correctly placed in accordance with the instructions of the sling manufacturer 4 Use the VENDLET turning function to move the client onto his her back again 5 Free the straps on the opposite side 6 Place all straps in such a way that they are ready to be placed on the lifting beam of the hoist Watch instruction videos on our web page vendlet com or scan the QR code Place the sling along the ba...

Page 19: ... 5 If necessary press once or twice on to reduce speed Speed Adjust 6 Press the button to wind the turning sheet onto the blue bar The VENDLET system now turns the client Hold your hands on the client s shoulder and hip to provide a sense of safety during the procedure Gently support the client as he she is being turned to prone position 7 Check that the clients head is com fortable and that there...

Page 20: ...o the bed with the VENDLET 6 Remember to lock the wheels on both beds 7 Press the or button to pull in the turning sheet on the bar facing the other bed Now the VENDLET transfers the client and the slide board to the other bed and the slide sheet 8 Hold the slide board with your hands and pull to move the client to the centre of the bed 9 Remove the slide board and the slide sheet Side rail If it ...

Page 21: ...you use the VENDLET In some situations however it may be advanta geous to use the back or foot part of the bed when moving or turning clients For example if the client has wide hips and frail shoulders he she will rest more comfortably on the bed if the head and foot parts are raised a little before the process Stop button The power button also functions as a stop button If the hand control button...

Page 22: ...igher comfort to the client during the process Incontinence VENDLET can also be used for clients using incontinence sheets The incontinence sheet should have a minimum width of 125 cm so that it can follow the client s move ments during turning You should not use two small incontinence sheets as the client in this case will lie on a double edge which increases the risk of developing pressure ulcer...

Page 23: ...without creases and folds Make sure that slippery side is facing upwards 3 Fasten the velcro tapes around the mattress frame It is impor tant that the tapes are fastened around the frame under the mattress and not around the bed frame as this will prevent the back thigh and foot parts of the bed from being raised The tapes are long enough for thick mattresses The slide sheet is subject to extensiv...

Page 24: ...x two thirds of the sheet to be pulled in by the bar 5 Press the turning sheet onto the velcro strip on the opposite bar 6 Use this bar to pull in the turning sheet by pressing the or button until the sheet covers the mattress evenly with the red line at the centre of the mattress What should I do if the turning sheet is rolled askew on the bars Occasionally the turning sheet will roll askew on th...

Page 25: ... when the red line on the sheet is at the centre of the mattress Fold the remaining part of the new turning sheet in layers of 15 cm and place it under the turning sheet being replaced 4 Move the client to a supine position on top of the folded new and old turning sheets and then on to the opposite side by activating the bar with the old turning sheet 5 Remove the old turning sheet and attach the ...

Page 26: ...the end of the bed Evacuation via the side of the bed Evacuation from the side of the bed can take place in two different ways depending on whether or not the system is powered When the system is powered 1 Lower the bar on the evacuation side 2 Use the VENDLET to drag the client out over the side for evacuation In case of power failure 1 Lower the bar in the evacuation side by loosening the positi...

Page 27: ...ed Yes No 6 Are the care givers familiar with the instructions of this manual and have they received training in the use of the VENDLET Yes No 7 Is the quick guide located at an easily accessible spot near the bed Yes No 8 Has it been verified that the date of the next annual inspection has not come and gone Yes No DAILY MAINTENANCE The VENDLET system is a reusable piece of medical equipment inten...

Page 28: ...spitals may be used Never hose down or steam clean a VENDLET system Washing instructions slide sheet Recommended washing temperature 60o C Do not tumble dry Do not iron Washing instructions turning sheet Recommended washing temperature 95o C Max 4 shrinking Always tumble dry at normal temperatures to ensure the continued function of the velcro band Stretch 2 3 times during the drying process to pr...

Page 29: ... turning sheet running under the bars The sheet must be over the bars Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit One of the bars will only turn in one direction Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit The symbols on the hand control do not match when the VENDLET is activated Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit The actuators cannot be raised lowered or do not...

Page 30: ...tors 1 unit Blue side complet 1 unit Red side complet 1 unit Suspension plate for the control unit 1 unit Control unit with transformer 1 unit Power cable 220 V 1 unit Hand control 1 unit Slide sheet 1 unit Turning sheet 1 unit Quick guide 1 unit Manual MOUNTING The VENDLET system should always be installed by a qualified technician The VEND LET systems are only intended for mounting on care and h...

Page 31: ...he following bolts washers and nuts are included in the delivery Button head bolts 8 M10 x 20 mm for mounting brackets NOTE Replace the M10 x 20 mm button head bolts by M10 x 30 mm bolts if 1 spacer is used Replace the M10 x 20 mm button head bolts by M10 x 40 mm bolts if 2 spacers are used Replace the M10 x 20 mm button head bolts by M10 x 50 mm bolts if 3 spacers are used Dimensional requirement...

Page 32: ...e spacers to achieve the desired distance see page 36 In order to meet the side rail requirements the upper edge of the bars must be mounted 22 cm above the mattress surface meaning that the H measure must be between 22 cm and 23 cm 2 5 4 cm 2 5 4 cm H At the head end and the foot end of the bed there must be no more than 6 cm from the board to the VENDLET system If necessary use side rail extensi...

Page 33: ...O ring on the bed at the client s left side Side is determined by the supine position of the bedridden person Maximum loads The max user weight for VENDLET V5S and VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust is 200 kg The max user weight for VENDLET V5S and VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust is 400 kg Since the VENDLET systems are always mounted on beds it is important to consider the whole solution Unscrew the lower bolt on ...

Page 34: ...into place Screw the removed bolt loosely at both ends Push the side towards the headboard as close as possible Tighten the bolts Unscrew the bolts on the actuator fitting at both ends First attach the actuator on the fittings at the top Do one end at a time ...

Page 35: ...r at the bottom Screw the bolts at top and bottom at both ends Plug in the actuator cable on the housing on the actuator Lock the cable with the locking device Place actuator cable behind the actuator with cable ties Cut cable ties for smooth even look ...

Page 36: ...s out Always ensure that the positioning bolt is in place and locked by pulling outward and by pressing downward on the actuator fitting Place all 4 actuator fittings at the same height Adjustment of width of mounting brackets Use up to 3 10 mm spacers if necessary to pull the mounting bracket away from the bed frame cf the Dimensional side rail requirement description on page 31 32 Mount the spac...

Page 37: ...h the spacers towards the mounting bracket contact face and attach them to the mounting bracket using the button head screws It is now possible to mount the mounting bracket on the bed frame Side rail extension If it is necessary to reduce the distance between the head or footboard and the VENDLET system the bar can be extended with a side rail extension The extension is placed at the foot end The...

Page 38: ...om the bar brack et on both sides 2 Lift up the bar and place the height exten sions on both sides 3 Attach an 8 x 40 mm button head bolt at the bottom of the height extension and place the height extension support bar with the welding towards the height extension at both ends 4 Tighten the height extension support bar with a nut in both ends 5 Remount nuts and bolts at the bar bracket in both sid...

Page 39: ...s not possible to mount the suspension plate anywhere the control unit must be attached with cable ties Connecting the hand control Connect the hand control to the control unit in the plug by this symbol on the control unit It is possible to connect an extra hand control in the plug with this symbol The hand control should always hang on the outside of the bed such as on the outside of the headboa...

Page 40: ...he control unit power cable to an easily accessible 230V mains plug The green diode on the control unit illuminates when the power is turned on Keep all cables away from the floor and the moving parts of the bed Once the mounting is complete all loose cables must be wrapped around the control unit mounting fixture cable guides and secured to prevent them from fall ing on the floor or getting pinch...

Page 41: ...ed light can be connected and is operated by the hand control Height restriction bracket On some bed types the VENDLET system can conflict with the bed wheels or brake when the bed is lowered The height restriction bracket ensure that the bed can not be lowered too much to create a conflict The height limiter can be mounted on all beds with the LINAK LA31 height adjustment motor including Invacare...

Page 42: ...ot bump against the bed s brakes wheels etc Bracket for Volker 3080 You need to mount special brackets on a Volker 3080 bed before you can mount a VENDLET system Bed frame bracket Some bed frames have welding and or rounded corners on the bed frame which makes traditional mounting of the VENDLET complicated Adequate space for mounting the VENDLET is ensured using the Bed Frame Bracket Side rail bu...

Page 43: ...es the timer turn off after 90 seconds of idle time Is the control unit securely suspended Are all cables securely attached to the bed with cable ties and away from the moving parts of the bed Are all loose cables off the floor and wrapped around the cable guides on the control unit suspension plate Is the slide sheet fitted on top of the mattress and properly attached Is the turning sheet fitted ...

Page 44: ...four actuators Dismount the actuator Strap the VENDLET together so that the side rail can not run up and down Loosen the bolts in the mounting plates and turn aside to lift VENDLET off the bed frame Storage The VENDLET should be stored in a dry location Temperature 10 C 50 C Relative air humidity 20 90 30 C No condensation Atmospheric pressure 700 1060 hPa Remounting Follow the procedure described...

Page 45: ...ts deformations Check whether the bar velcro tapes are attached and in good condition Sheets Is the turning sheet in good condition Is the slide sheet in good condition Functional tests Do all bolts and nuts match the parts list and are they evenly tightened Is there a 1 mm clearance between the end of the bar and the slide sleeve of the top fitting Does the mounting meet all side rail dimension r...

Page 46: ...s and relief cables When using an extension cable check whether the cable has the necessary quadrant 1 0 mm2 Check the stop function Bars Red side Blue side Check the motor for signs of damage Check all cables plugs and relief cables for signs of damage Check whether the bar may be operated manually when the motor is disconnected from the control unit Check whether the motor has full pulling power...

Page 47: ...hen the hand control or the control unit is defective Replace the hand control If this does not solve the problem replace the control unit Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping stops Replace the bar motor Contact a qualified technician One or both bars will not work w...

Page 48: ...e problem Reset the system by simultaneously pressing the two top buttons on the hand control You will hear a series of rhythmic beeps Press and hold the buttons until the beeping rhythm changes Replace the hand control Contact a qualified technician One or more actuators will not go up or down Is the plug properly connected to the control unit Is the cable intact If the actuator still does not wo...

Page 49: ... remove the bar from one of the fittings you can also choose to disconnect the bar in both ends 4 Remove the Allen screw at the motor end of the bar and pull the motor out 5 Unscrew the small pivot screw on the motor fitting and remove it 6 Mount the motor fitting on the new motor and attach it using the pivot screw 7 Place the motor inside the bar and attach it using the Allen screw you removed e...

Page 50: ...PART 3 Technical manual 50 Dismount the bar from the actuator fitting Remove the Allen screw Remove the pivot screw Remove the motor bracket and motor Change the motor ...

Page 51: ...g device on both sides 6 Remove the actuator cable from the defective actuator and install it on the new actuator 7 Mount the new actuator on the actuator fitting and attach it using the two Allen screws 8 Secure the actuator cable with two new cable ties and route it along the inside of the bed frame to the control unit Use cable ties to secure the actuator cable along the bed frame in such a way...

Page 52: ...r Once the velcro tape is secured run a hard roller over the velcro tape several times to ensure optimal adhesion to the bar and remove air pockets from the underside of the velcro tape 4 You should always use original velcro tape from Vendlet ApS SPARE PARTS All individual components are delivered as complete units as spare parts Please contact Vendlet for further information TECHNICAL DATA In ac...

Page 53: ... IP class IPX6 IPX6 Control unit Output voltage 24 Volt DC 24 Volt DC IP class IPX6 IPX6 Intermittence 10 10 Weight Total system approx 58 kg approx 58 kg Red side incl actuator 27 kg 27 kg Blue side incl actuator 27 kg 27 kg Control unit 3 9 kg 3 9 kg Length 208 cm 208 cm Width May be adapted to beds between 70 and 140 cm Expected service life 10 years 10 years Noise level max load 65 db A 65 db ...

Page 54: ...hocks etc During transportation in low temperatures the actuators and motors in the bars might work irregularly until they have been warmed up to normal room temperature Power consumption VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust VENDLET V5S VENDLET V5S Speed Adjust Standby 5 Watt 5 Watt Working Bars raise lower 190 Watt Bars raise lower 190 Watt Tighten sheet without person 50 Watt Tighten sheet witho...

Page 55: ...l unit must be disposed of as electronic waste Furthermore it may be divided into metal waste cable waste electronic waste and reusable plastic The actuators may be disposed of as electronic waste Furthermore they may be divided into metal waste electronic waste and reusable plastic The hand control may be disposed of as electronic waste Furthermore it may be divided into cable waste electronic wa...

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