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Instruction Manual Care bed Libra Version: 2016-12-05 251937_V2...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Care bed Libra In this instruction manual, the numbers or letters which appear in bold face and round brackets () are referring to the care bed’s operating device as shown in this...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra The Libra bed can be ordered in the following optional model versions: Floor Access model version: This version has no metal supporting bars along the long sides of the bed on the chassis. Features: Thanks to the high ground-clearance chassis, the lifter and cleaning equipment can pass smoothly under the bed.
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Split "MobiFlex" safety sides (both sides) Double castors "easy-floor access" (head and foot ends) Libra beds can also be supplied without safety sides. Refer to Chapter 4.5.6 for more information about this. Page 4...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Contents FOREWORD ......................7 GENERAL INFORMATION ..................8 2.1 Definition of the Groups of Persons Involved..........9 2.2 Safety Information ..................10 2.2.1 Explanation of the Safety Symbols Used ........... 10 2.2.2 Safety Information for the Operator ..........11 2.2.3...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5 Safety sides ..................... 45 4.5.1 Full-length safety sides (standard) ............46 4.5.2 Special Safety Information for Safety Sides ........47 4.5.3 Operation of split safety sides * ............49 4.5.4 Swivelling safety sides * ................ 54 4.5.5...
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Foreword for private users 1 Foreword for private users Dear Customer, We would like to thank you for the purchase of our care bed designed for professional use and for the trust you have awarded to us. You have acquired a high quality product which is intended for long term use. Please consider the following additional explanations as a supplement to the standard user manual of your care bed for private use only and not for commercial use.
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Manual, Chapter… Only for care beds Enhancement: These care beds have also been developed to „Libra“ and „Venta“ be a comfortable solution for domestic care for persons in need of care, disabled or frail people. These beds will aid care in these environments.
It is a practical reference guide and should be kept close to hand at all times. Even after purchasing a bed, Stiegelmeyer is still on hand to help at any time. Our Assist business division can provide you with customised solutions in all matters relating to inspection and maintenance, repair and process optimisation.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2 General Information The Libra care bed is simply referred to as the 'bed' or 'care bed' in the following. This instruction manual describes the optional functions and special equipment for the bed in addition to the standard functions which might not apply to the model that you have selected.
In this instruction manual, the following groups of persons are defined as: Operator Operators (i.e., nursing homes) are all natural and legal persons with property rights to the Libra care bed. The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this medical product. User Users (care staff, attendants, ...) are persons who, on the basis of their training,...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2.2 S AFETY NFORMATION At the time of leaving the factory, this bed represents state-of-the-art technology. Use the bed only if you are absolutely certain that it is in perfect working order. The most important objective of the safety information is to prevent personal injuries.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2.2.2 Safety Information for the Operator Using this instruction manual, which must be provided with the bed, ensure that every user is instructed in the safe operation of this bed before using it for the first time.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2.2.3 Safety Information for the User Route the cable for the transformer unit in such a way that it cannot be pulled, driven over or damaged by moving parts when the bed is operated.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Each time before using the bed, check that it is in perfect working order to prevent unnecessary hazards for the patient and delays to work procedures (see Chapter 3.1). Make sure that the mattress base has travelled to its lowest position before leaving the occupant unattended.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2.3 P RODUCT ESCRIPTION 2.3.1 Designated Use - This bed serves as a comfortable solution for positioning the patient and to facilitate the care of infirm persons in need of care in homes for the aged or nursing homes and comparable medical facilities.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra - Please refer to the safety information provided in Chapter 4.5, especially in the case of patients in poor clinical condition. Otherwise there is an increased danger of occupants becoming trapped when the safety sides are raised.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2.3.2 Special bed features Full-length safety sides on both sides Mattress base 200 x 90 cm, divided into four sections; external dimensions approx. 210 x 100 cm (depending on variant) Electrical height adjustment range for mattress base from approx. 26 to 80 ...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra – Comfortable mechanical quick height adjustment for the backrest (CPR). – Bed extension can be attached, lengthens the bed by approx. 20 cm, respectively approx. 27 cm. Longer safety side bars and side panels are necessary for this.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 2.3.6 Structural Design Mattress base The mattress base is divided into a backrest, a fixed seat section, a thigh rest and a lower leg rest. The rests are adjustable. The mattress base can be raised and lowered horizontally or set to the reverse Trendelenburg position with the foot end lowered (optional Trendelenburg position also available).
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 3 Putting into service No electrical measurements are necessary prior to putting this bed into service for the first time, since the bed has been tested by the manufacturer for electrical safety and functionality and left our factory in perfect condition.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 3.1 C HECKLIST NSPECTION BY THE Inspection Description of defect WHAT ? HOW ? Visual Inspection of the Electrical Components Handset Damage? Handset cable Damage, cables routed Mains cable away from moving parts? Visual Inspection of the Mechanical Components...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 3.2 L OCATION EQUIREMENTS There must be sufficient room available to accommodate the bed's entire range of adjustments. Furniture, window sills, etc. must not impede adjustments. Before using the bed on parquet flooring, check whether the castors could leave marks on the parquet varnish.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4 Operation 4.1 M OVING AND BRAKING THE BED The bed is equipped with four lockable castors. The bed is delivered with the standard paired braking (at head and foot end) (10). If desired, the customer can order a bed equipped with central braking at the foot end.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.1.1 Individual axle braking (Standard) Operate the castors, one set after the other, on either side at the head or foot end of the bed. This allows the castor sets at each end of the bed to be operated with one lever.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.2 M ECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT OPTIONS 4.2.1 Lower leg rest (LR) The lower leg rest can be raised and lowered manually when the thigh rest is raised. This way an orthopaedic position (stepped bed) or a sloping position of the lower leg rest can be achieved.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Lower lower thigh rest using handset If the upper thigh rest is to be lowered using the handset, the lower thigh rest will automatically lower with it. Raise lower thigh rest using handset If the upper thigh rest is to be raised using the handset, the lower leg rest will automatically raise with it and audibly engage in several intermediate positions.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra The motor is now separated from the backrest. Place the motor on the bed frame by hand. After the second person has left the danger zone, the first person (with the help of the second person) lowers the backrest carefully.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.2.3 Emergency release of backrest using Quick Release (optional) If a power outage or outage in the electrical drive system has occurred, it is possible to manually lower a raised backrest by one...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3 E LECTRICAL DJUSTMENT PTIONS 4.3.1 Special Safety Information on the Electrical Drive System When making any adjustments, ensure that no limbs from the patient, user or other persons, especially playing children, are under the rests or the bed frame.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Patient lifts or other devices may be put under the bed. Ensure when the mattress base is at the lowest height that the drive components of the bed are not damaged – if in doubt raise the mattress base height by about 10 cm before using the patient lift.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3.2 Handset (Standard) The bed functions can be activated by the occupant or the user with the handset. For safety reasons the handset is equipped with a locking function. Depending on the clinical condition of the occupant, the user can lock handset adjustments when deemed necessary by the supervising doctor (Chapter 4.3.5).
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3.2.1 Adjustment functions in the standard handset Adjusting the backrest The backrest can be raised to approx. 70°. - Please also refer to Chapter 4.2.2, "Emergency release of backrest"! Adjustment of the thigh rest The thigh rest can be raised to approx.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3.3 Trendelenburg handset (optional) The Trendelenburg handset is optional and is used for medicinal purposes when the bed is being used for long-term care. 4.3.3.1 Adjustment Functions Function LED (yellow) Press this key when you want to set the reverse Trendelenburg position.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3.4 Handset including Trendelenburg (optional) Function LED (green) This handset provides the same functions as the standard handset with the following Block symbol difference: (yellow) Backrest The sleep position button is replaced by the Trendelenburg key ...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3.5 Locking functions handset Only users are authorised to use the locking function! If the clinical state of the occupant is so critical that any adjustment via the handset places him/her at risk, then the user must lock this adjustment function immediately.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.3.6 Emergency release using the 9-Volt batteries The backrest can be released using 2 x 9-Volt batteries if there is a power outage. Proceed as follows: Unscrew the cover of the battery compartment on the control device.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4 A TTACHMENTS AND PTIONAL QUIPMENT Optional bed equipment is indicated by an asterisk (*). 4.4.1 Cable holder There is a steel cable holder soldered to the bed chassis under the headboard . Hang the transformer unit with the cable in the cable holder every time before moving the bed.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.2 LED reading lamp* The Libra bed can be optionally equipped with a reading lamp. The reading lamp is available in two variants as follows: Variant: Sola Variant: Stella The reading lamp is powered by a separate power pack plug and comes with the following features: ...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.3 Under bed lighting* The energy-saving, long-lasting LED under bed light allows safe orientation during the night and can reduce the risk of falling. The light is sufficiently restrained, however, that it will not disturb the occupant of the adjacent bed.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.4 Patient lifting pole * There is a round sleeve with a notch on the upper side at the inner head end (E) of both corners of the mattress base frame. These are sleeves for patient lifting poles.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.5 Grab handle* (triangular handle) The patient lifting pole can be equipped with a grab handle (accessories, see Chapter 8). The occupant can use this grab handle to sit up and readjust his/her position.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.6 Infusion holder at foot end * The Libra bed can be equipped with an infusion holder (sleeve with holder). An infusions stand can be inserted into the sleeve. The infusion holder is attached to the foot end of the bed.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.7 Bed extension * The bed can be equipped with an extension on the foot end of approx. 20 cm or approx. 27 cm. The space that is created is filled with a padding section.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Screw the bed extension tight . Place the footboard and screw it tight . Install the longer side panels (8). Install the safety sides (2)/(6). Insert the padding section into the free space.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.4.8 Linen holder * The bed can be optionally equipped with a linen holder that can be pulled out from under the foot end whenever necessary. To prevent the bedding from falling, the linen holder has a gallery rail which can be folded up.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5 S AFETY SIDES The bed has safety sides to protect the occupant from falling out of bed. The standard bed comes with full-length safety sides (2) on both sides of the bed. The bed can be fitted with the following variants of safety sides as an option.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.1 Full-length safety sides (standard) Raising At the head and foot ends, pull the upper beam of the safety side upwards as far as it will go, first at one end and then at the other. The lower bar follows.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.2 Special Safety Information for Safety Sides Safety sides protect the occupant from unintentionally falling out of the care bed. They are not intended as a device to prevent the occupant from intentionally leaving the bed.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra The patient’s risk of falling can be lower: o The smaller and more settled the patient is o The softer the mattress is (the patient sinks deeper into the mattress) Lock the operating functions for the patient on the handset if the...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.3 Operation of split safety sides * Position as delivered Raising the safety side Raising the safety sides at the head end Grasp the middle of the top safety side bar and pull the safety side bar upwards as far as it will go.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Lowering the safety side Before lowering the safety sides, ensure that the occupant’s limbs are not near the plane of movement of the bars. This prevents crushing and injuries. - The following description applies to each of the four separate sections of the safety sides.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Avoid lifting the safety side if the middle post has been removed and the cover flap is not locked in place, as the safety side could otherwise be pulled free of its restraints. ...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Fixing the middle post in place Pull the middle post towards you and slide it horizontally out of the holder at the foot end. Unfasten the cover flap by pressing the button .
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Make sure that fingers, bed linen, tubes or other objects cannot become trapped between the middle post and the post socket! Push the middle post straight down as far as it will go. You will hear it click into place.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.4 Swivelling safety sides * Libra can also be equipped with a swivelling safety side. Head end Foot end Swivelling safety sides Star-head screws ...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Install left safety side Turn star head screws until they reach the stop. o Now the clamping claw is completely open and can grasp the mattress frame. ...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.5 Split MobiFlex safety sides * Libra can also be equipped with a MobiFlex safety side. Assembly Please note: The MobiFlex safety side comprises four parts. Begin with the first part, for example, the left head side: ...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Tighten the screws (open jaw wrench size 13 mm). o Caution! The fastening clamps must be centred in the slits at horizontal level in the middle. o Caution! The bearing surfaces of the fastening clamps must be flush and parallel to the side panel.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Possible raised positions The following raised positions are possible with MobiFlex: Completely lowered safety side Raised upper bar Completely raised safety side Slanted raised upper bar Lowering The MobiFlex safety side can be lowered in two phases (telescopically).
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.6 Variant - without safety side * Libra beds can also be supplied without safety sides if the customer prefers. Should it later be necessary to use a safety side, this can easily be fitted at a later date.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.7 Comfort mattress base - width 90 cm * Libra can also be equipped with a comfort mattress base. The following installation guidelines refer to the 90 cm wide mattress base: Wings of black elements facing outwards .
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 4.5.8 Comfort mattress base - width 100 cm* The following installation guidelines refer to the 100 cm wide mattress base: Wings of black elements facing outwards . Turn clips through 180° until 168 mm length visible .
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 5 Cleaning and Disinfection This bed cannot be machine washed and not suitable for cleaning in a decontamination unit. It is suitable only for manual cleaning and disinfection. To maintain the lifespan and functionability as long as possible, you must observe the advice in this chapter.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 5.2 C LEANING AND ISINFECTION NSTRUCTIONS Remove bed linen and send it to the laundry service. Clean all surfaces, including the slatted bed frame and mattress base made of synthetic or metal slats, with a mild and environmentally friendly cleaning agent.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 5.3 I NSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER AND EXPERT In order to ensure that cleaning and disinfection are properly conducted, we recommend that users and trained staff are appropriately instructed. When providing instruction, observe the following points: ...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 5.4 C LEANING AND ISINFECTION GENTS Pay attention to the following recommendations to ensure that the bed functions and usability are preserved as long as possible: Do not use scouring agents, care products for stainless steel and abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads.
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The choice of cleaning agents and disinfectants available on the market may change from time to time. Stiegelmeyer therefore routinely tests the most commonly used materials for compatibility. The most up-to-date list of cleaning agents and disinfectants can be obtained on request.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 5.5 H ANDLING LEANING AND ISINFECTION GENTS Pay attention to the exact dosage! We recommend the use of automated dosing instruments. Always prepare solutions with cold water in order to avoid the formation of vapours which are mucous membrane irritants.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 6 Maintenance Legal Principles Operators of beds in Germany are obliged in accordance with German Medical Devices Operator Ordinance § 4 (Maintenance) DGUV 3 (Testing of Mobile Electrical Equipment in Commercial Use) of the German Social Accident Insurance to preserve the safe operating condition of medical devices throughout their entire service life.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 6.1 B Y THE If damage or a malfunction is suspected, the bed must be withdrawn from service immediately and disconnected from the mains supply until the defective parts have been repaired or replaced! Contact the operator who is responsible for you if the defective parts need to be replaced or repaired.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 6.2 B Y THE PERATOR The operator of this care bed is obliged according to MPBetreibV (Medical Devices Operator Ordinance) Section 4 to conduct regular inspections in each new building, after each maintenance and during operation to ensure the safe condition of the care bed.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Transformer unit Preparation: o Unplug the transformer unit plug of the plug-in power pack from the wall mains socket. o Insert the transformer unit plug of the plug-in power pack into the test socket on the testing device.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Inspection Report following an inspection of electromedical equipment according to DIN EN 62353 (VDE 0751-1): 2015-10 - Page 1 of 3 Customer / med. facility / practice: Address: Carried out: Inspection prior to initial operation (reference value)
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Inspection Report following an inspection of electromedical equipment according to DIN EN 62353 (VDE 0751-1): 2015-10 - Page 2 of 3 III. Description Performance inspection of defect What to check? Check for? Performance Check of the Electrical Components...
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** Data from Stiegelmeyer supplemented for the existing continuous safety side configuration. *** Data from Stiegelmeyer supplemented for the existing split safety side configuration with at least the safety sides at the head end raised (if completely raised at head and foot ends, this corresponds to a one-piece safety side;...
EPLACEMENT ARTS In order to maintain operational safety and the right to claim under warranty, only original Stiegelmeyer replacement parts may be used! For quick and easy ordering of replacement parts we need you to give us the customer number as well as the following other details that are indicated on the type tag at the head end of the bed frame (inner side).
Any work and/or repairs to the electrical drive system may only be carried out by the Stiegelmeyer service engineers, the drive manufacturer or qualified and authorised electricians in compliance with all the relevant VDE and safety regulations! ...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 6.5.2 Connection of a reading lamp (optional equipment) The reading lamp is installed as follows and then connected with the plug- power pack to an external 230 Volt outlet. Please read the separately enclosed instruction manual on how to operate it.
To prevent the motor bolts from working loose and causing potentially hazardous sudden changes in the position of the bed, always ensure that you fit new safety caps (“Starlock”; available from Stiegelmeyer service department) and do not refit the old safety caps that you removed.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 7 Troubleshooting The following table is a guide for rectifying common malfunctions. Should a malfunction occur that is not included in the table, inform your operator. Problem Possible causes Solution Handset/ Transformer unit is not or not ...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Problem Possible causes Solution Continuous or Controller is defective Inform your operator longer signal sound about any necessary without handset repairs activation Individual drives Defective handset, drive unit Inform your operator...
This will prevent overloading the fixing points. Lists of accessories can be obtained from Stiegelmeyer and their sales partners, quoting the bed model. Patient lifting pole with...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 9 Technical Data 9.1 D IMENSIONS AND EIGHTS Mattress base (LxW) 200 x 90 cm (Standard) approx. 200 x 100 cm (Optional) (Optional feature: 220 x 90 cm) bed extension Total weight 135 kg...
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Handset Type DEWERT IPROXX II Protection category IP X6 Electric motor for mattress base height Type DEWERT Megamat 2 Power/stroke 6.000 N / 250 mm Input voltage 24 V DC Protection category Intermittent duty: 2 min ON / 18 min OFF...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Explanation of the graphical symbols used Symbol Meaning Device with type B application component in accordance with EN 60601-1 (special protection against electric shock) Protection Class II device, shock-proof Transformer with thermal fuse Safety transformer to VDE 0551...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra In operation Minimum Maximum Ambient temperature: 10 °C 40 °C Relative humidity : 30 % 75 % (not condensed) Air pressure: 700 hPa 1060 hPa 9.4 T (EMC) ECHNICAL NFORMATION ON LECTROMAGNETIC OMPATIBILITY To ensure EMC, only use cables and accessories approved by the manufacturer (see Chapter 9.2).
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Guidelines and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Resistance to Electromagnetic Interference – The BED is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment described below. The operator or user of the BED should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Guidelines and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Resistance to Electromagnetic Interference – The bed is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment described below. The operator or user of the BED should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
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Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra Guidelines and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Resistance to Electromagnetic Interference – Recommended protection distances between portable or mobile HF communication devices and the BED The bed is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated HF interference is controlled. The operator or user of the bed can help to avoid electromagnetic interference by keeping a minimum distance between the bed and any portable or mobile communications devices (transmitters) –...
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 9.5 C LASSIFICATION This bed fulfils all the requirements of the 93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive. This bed is classified as a Class I medical device (in accordance with the medical devices act § 13).
- The operator of this bed is legally obliged to send the electrical components directly to the manufacturer and not to dispose of them at municipal waste collection points. STIEGELMEYER and its service and sales partners will take these components back.
Instruction Manual for Care Bed Libra 11 EC – declaration of conformity EG – Declaration of Conformity Stiegelmeyer GmbH & CO. KG Ackerstraße 42 D - 32051 Herford, Germany hereby declare under sole responsibility as the manufacturer that the product model named below: Care bed models: Soleo;...
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Published by: Stiegelmeyer GmbH & Co. KG Ackerstrasse 42, D- 32051 Herford Phone: +49 (0) 5221 185-777 Fax: +49 (0) 5221 / 185-219 Email: servicezentrum@stiegelmeyer.de Internet: www.Stiegelmeyer.com No part of this manual may be reproduced without the prior written permission of the publisher.
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