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  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Parts 2-52: Particular requirements for basic safety and standards: essential performance of medical beds Vendlet ApS maintains the technical documentation according to Annex VII in the EU Directives 93/42/EEC on Medical Devices. This declaration of conformity is valid from the date of signature.
  • Page 3 VENDLET V5. The instructions in this manual must be followed. VENDLET ApS shall not be liable should the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ be used, modified, or assembled in a way that is not described in this manual. This manual is divided into three parts:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Using the VENDLET in combination with bed functionality Stop button Side rails Using the VENDLET system as side rails When the VENDLET system is not used as side rails Pressure-relieving mattresses Incontinence Urine bag and drainage tube ATTACHING THE SHEETS...
  • Page 5 Cleaning of electric and mechanical parts Washing instructions, slide sheet Washing instructions, turning sheet Troubleshooting PART 3 - TECHNICAL MANUAL UNPACKING Parts list for VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ MOUNTING Preparations Tools Overview of bolts, washers and nuts Dimensional requirements, side rails...
  • Page 6 Connection of cables to control unit Connection of power cables Attaching the sheets Attaching plastic side rails, if relevant QUICK GUIDE LOCATION ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Battery backup Under bed light Height restriction bracket Height restriction switch for Guldmann GB4 Bracket for Volker 3080 FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST DISMOUNTING, STORAGE, AND REMOUNTING Dismounting...

  • Page 7: Part 1 - General Information

    For safety reasons, the patients should not operate the VENDLET. Prior to the first use of the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+, it is important to assess whether the VENDLET is suitable for the patient in question. It may be necessary to...

  • Page 8: Product Description

    PART 1 - General information PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ consist of two bars fitted with motors. The bed is fitted with a motorised bar on both sides; the bar on the left side of the patient has a blue colour marking and the bar on the right side of the patient has a red colour marking.

  • Page 9: How The Vendlet V5 And Vendlet V5+ Work

    The control unit is placed underneath the bed. The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ may be used as side rails in which case each bar must be fitted with two plastic sides before the patient is left in the bed.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    Wider turning sheets and slide sheets are also available if the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ is to be used on wider beds, see page 24. If you need it you can pur- chase covers for the side rails, see page 22.

  • Page 11: Bed And Mattress Compatibility

    PART 1 - General information BED AND MATTRESS COMPATIBILITY VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ are intended for mounting on a wide range of hospital and care beds and with a wide range of mattresses. The following bed and mattress requirements must be met.

  • Page 12: Warranty And Service Life

    Vendlet ApS provides a 3-year warranty on all mechanical parts (except sheets and side rails). The normal VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ 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 manual.

  • Page 13: Symbols

    PART 1 - General information SYMBOLS Warning triangle indicates when special attention is necessary CE marking: The product complies with the Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC) C-Tick marking: Certification trademark - Australia / New Zealand Recognised Component Mark for Canada and the United States China RoHS P.O.

  • Page 14: Part 2 - User Manual

    PART 2 - User manual OPERATION Handling patients with a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ system enables care takers to work on a one-to-one basis: one hand is used to operate the hand control and the other hand is free to guide the arms and legs of the patient. In order to improve the safety and well-being of the patient, we recommend that you place the hand holding the hand control on the shoulder of the patient or similar.

  • Page 15: Moving From One Side Of The Bed To The Other

    Watch instruction videos on our webpage vendlet.com or scan the QR-code. Moving from one side of the bed to the other The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ may also be used to move patients to the side of the bed. 1. Double-click the button to activate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+.

  • Page 16: Repositioning The Patient Up In The Bed

    Typically, when a patient slides towards the foot of the bed, the turning sheet follows the body of the patient. In such situations, you may use the VENDLET to move the patient up in the bed again.

  • Page 17: Applying A Sling

    4. Use the VENDLET turning function to move the patient onto his/her back again. 5. Free the straps on the opposite side.

  • Page 18: Mobilizing Out Of Bed

    PART 2 - User manual Mobilizing out of bed The VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ may also be used for moving patients in and out of bed – preferably in combination with a turntable. 1. Double-click the button to activate the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+.

  • Page 19: Transferring From One Bed To Another

    4. Place a slide sheet on the other bed. 5. Place the other bed right next to the bed with the VENDLET and lower or raise the bed to a slightly lower position relative to the bed with the VENDLET.

  • Page 20: Using The Vendlet In Combination With Bed Functionality

    VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+. In some situations, however, it may be advantageous to use the back or foot part of the bed when moving or turning patients. For example, if the patient 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.

  • Page 21: Side Rails

    Side rails Using the VENDLET system as side rails If side rails are required for a given patient, you may use the VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ system for this purpose as the side rail properties of both systems have been tested and approved.

  • Page 22: When The Vendlet System Is Not Used As Side Rails

    The plastic sides will be pressed out, and the sheet will be rolled out which could cause the patient to slide down onto the floor in the sheet. Vendlet ApS shall not be liable if the plastic sides and support bars are not used on beds with raised bars where patients are left unattended.

  • Page 23: Pressure-Relieving Mattresses

    At the same time, the velcro band on the slide sheet must not be fastened too tightly around the steel frame under the mattress. If the alternating air mattress is very thick (i.e. approx. 22 cm or more), the VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ must be installed with height extensions.

  • Page 24: Attaching The Sheets

    Place a slide sheet directly on top of the mattress, followed by the turning sheet which is then attached to the two bars. Slide sheets and turning sheets are available in standard bed sizes and with increased width which makes the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ systems suitable for wider beds as well.

  • Page 25: Turning Sheet

    The red line should be at the centre of the mattress to the extent possible as this will not only ensure as much manoeuvrability as possible when the VENDLET is used but also facilitate the attachment of side rails on the bars if these are to be used.

  • Page 26: Changing The Turning Sheet On An Occupied Bed

    PART 2 - User manual In this situation, you will have to slacken the sheet that has been pulled askew and pull it in again while guiding / smoothing it with your hand. Changing the turning sheet on an occupied 1.

  • Page 27: Daily Maintenance

    Is the VENDLET free from visible damage and crooked brackets and fittings? If the VENDLET is used as side rails: are all 4 side rails in place and in use? Is the condition of the turning sheet sound and does the sheet run over the...

  • Page 28: Cleaning And Washing Instructions

    You could also use a dry cloth with ethanol. Never hose down or steam clean a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ system. Washing instructions, slide sheet Recommended washing temperature: 60...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit? one direction The symbols on the hand control Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit? do not match when the VENDLET is activated The actuators cannot be raised/ Are all plugs properly connected on the control unit? lowered or do not go together 1.

  • Page 30: Part 3 - Technical Manual

    PART 3 - Technical manual UNPACKING The VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ system is delivered in 2 boxes. The VENDLET systems are partially assembled on delivery, ready for mounting on the bed. Remove any loose packaging from the boxes. Check the packaging and contents for signs of damage and contact the distributor in case of obvious damage.

  • Page 31: Mounting

    VENDLET V5. Preparations Tools You need an Allen key 5 and a 13 mm single-end wrench to mount the VENDLET V5. Use an Allen key 4 if spacers are used. Overview of bolts, washers and nuts The following bolts, washers and nuts are included in the delivery:...

  • Page 32: Dimensional Requirements, Side Rails

    Mounting the VENDLET V5, you should take the following dimensions into account: A distance of 2.5 – 4 cm is required between the mattress and the VENDLET on both sides of the mattress, meaning that the difference between the T and M measures must be between 5 cm and 8 cm.

  • Page 33: Mechanical Parts

    Fit the bracket closest to the headboard first. Remember to allow for the distance between the VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ system and the mattress; use spacers if the distance is insufficient (< 2.5 cm) – see section ”Adjustment of width of mounting brackets”.

  • Page 34: Adjustment Of Width Of Mounting Brackets

    PART 3 - Technical manual 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 32. Mount the spacers on the mounting bracket with the provided button head screws before attaching the mounting bracket to the bed.

  • Page 35: Mounting The Actuator Fittings With Actuator

    PART 3 - Technical manual Mounting the actuator fittings with actuator The four actuator fitting cables are colour- coded. Actuator fittings with green actuator plug O rings are mounted to the right-hand side of the patient. Actuator fittings with yellow actuator plug O rings are mounted to the left-hand side of the patient.

  • Page 36: Mounting The Bars

    PART 3 - Technical manual Mounting the bars Use two 8 x 35 mm button head bolts. The red bar must be placed to the right-hand side of the patient, corresponding to the actuator fitting with a green O ring on the actuator plug.
  • Page 37 PART 3 - Technical manual Height extension set: A height extension set will be required when the height of the bars is insufficient, even if the actuator fittings are placed in the top most position. A height extension set consists of the following items: •...

  • Page 38: Electrical Parts

    PART 3 - Technical manual Electrical parts Mounting the control unit The control unit is mounted under the bed, usually on the bed frame against the headboard but could also be placed in other locations with free space. 1. Mount the control unit on the suspension plate with 4 bolts.

  • Page 39: Routing Actuator Cables (Including Cable Ties)

    The actuator cables are routed along the inside of the bed frame to the control unit. The VENDLET systems are delivered with eight grey cable ties - two for each actuator. Route the cable to the back of the actuator shaft and...

  • Page 40: Connection Of Cables To Control Unit

    PART 3 - Technical manual Connection of cables to control unit The next step is to connect the actuator cables. The red side actuator cables have plugs with green O rings; these are connected to the green control unit colour codes. The blue side actuator cables have plugs with yellow O rings;...

  • Page 41: Quick Guide Location

    ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Battery backup If VENDLET V5 or V5+ is to be used in places where it can not always be conneced to the power system, it is possible to attach a battery. Under bed light Under bed light can be connected and is operated by the hand control.

  • Page 42: Final Inspection Checklist

    The desired result of the procedure is a situation where all ”Yes” checkboxes have been marked. If one or more “No” checkboxes have been marked, the matter should be investigated and you should consider stop using the VENDLET until the situation has been remedied and a solution found.
  • Page 43 Is the slide sheet fitted on top of the mattress and properly attached? Is the turning sheet fitted in such a way that it turns properly on the bars? If the VENDLET is used as side rails: are all four plastic side rails in place and in good condition?

  • Page 44: Dismounting, Storage, And Remounting

    Follow the procedure described in this manual if remounting is required. Before the mounting, you should check all VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ parts for dam- age and whether the date of the annual service check has not been exceeded.

  • Page 45: Maintenance/Check

    MAINTENANCE/CHECK Annual check The VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ system must be service checked by a qualified technician annually. This check will ensure that the safety issues pertaining to the VENDLET system are in compliance with the standard as well as a long service life.

  • Page 46: Electrical Parts

    PART 3 - Technical manual Electrical parts Control unit no.: Check the control unit including plugs and mounting fittings for signs of damage. Check whether the timer deactivates after 90 seconds of idle time. Transformer no.: Hand control no.: Check the hand control and mounting Check the transformer for signs of damage.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    PART 3 - Technical manual TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Checklist The VENDLET does not work Has the power been turned on? Is the green diode on the control unit under the bed illuminated? Is the green diode on the hand control illuminated? Are all cables properly mounted and intact? Replace the hand control.
  • Page 48 PART 3 - Technical manual One of the bars will only move in Is the plug properly connected to the control unit and the actua- one direction tor? Is the cable intact? Switch the plugs of the two bars. If the same bar still does not work, then the bar motor is defective.

  • Page 49: Repairs

    PART 3 - Technical manual REPAIRS Only a limited number of VENDLET V5 / VENDLET V5+ system components need regular replacement. On the next pages, we will explain the more general repairs. Please do not hesitate to contact us or our consultants if you need assistance or guidance or a qualified technician from Healthcare Lifting Specialist to perform re- pairs or troubleshooting.

  • Page 50: Replacing The Motor In A Bar

    PART 3 - Technical manual Replacing the motor in a bar 1. Raise the bar and remove the turning sheet from the bar on which the motor is to be replaced. 2. Disconnect the power cable from the mains outlet. 3.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Actuator

    PART 3 - Technical manual Replacing the actuator 1. Disconnect the power cable from the mains outlet. 2. Disconnect the cable from the control unit. 3. Disconnect the actuator cable from the control unit and release it from the bed, allowing it to hang freely.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Velcro Tape On A Bar

    Please contact Healthcare Lifting Specialist for further information. TECHNICAL DATA In accordance with the Danish Ministry of the Interior and Health Executive Order No. 1263 of 15 December 2008 on Medical Devices, the VENDLET V5 and VENDLET V5+ systems are class I products.
  • Page 53 PART 3 - Technical manual VENDLET V5 VENDLET V5+ Product no. 6000000 6000021 Max. user weight 200 kg 400 kg Power supply: Transformer Class 1 Class 1 Mains supply 230 Volt AC/50 Hz 230 Volt AC/50 Hz Power rating Up to 200 VA...

  • Page 54: Environmental Considerations And Disposal

    Disposal Do not discard a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ system with general household waste. On disposal of a VENDLET V5 or VENDLET V5+ system, Vendlet ApS recommends that the system be divided into individual parts and components with a view to recycling.

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