Introduction; Safety - lopital Nemo Mode D'emploi

1. Introduction

1.1. Introduction
The Nemo tilting shower-toilet chair is a medical device for caring for and washing
clients in an ergonomically responsible manner. Comfort is the primary consideration
for both the client and the carer.
The Nemo can also be used as a toilet chair, in combination with a bedpan / bucket.
The Nemo comprises a base frame and chair component. The chair component provides
the same comfort as a regular chair and offers the same degree of support. Compared
to the undercarriage, the seat element can be tilted with support of a gas spring. The
Nemo is thus a multifunctional device. The seat element of the Nemo can be titled up
to 30 degrees backwards. These functions are essential performances of the chair.
The average technical life of the Nemo is 10 years, assuming it is cleaned daily and
regularly maintained according to the maintenance schedule supplied (See chapter 4.
Cleaning and maintenance).
The Nemo is a class 1 product with CE-marking. This marking corresponds with directive
93/42/EC and the revised directive 2007/47/EC for medical devices of 21 March 2010.

1.2. Safety

A failure to comply with the following safety points and the further definitions in
these instructions for use could lead to hazardous situations. Please read carefully
before use.
Use
• Make sure that the Nemo brake is applied before transferring clients.
• Notify the client before moving the Nemo.
• Close the armrests with front closure before moving the Nemo upwards or tilting it.
• Make sure that the client always places his / her arms on the appropriate armrest in
order to avoid anything becoming jammed.
• Keep the armrests or front closure down / closed when moving the Nemo.
• Be aware of obstacles when tilting.
• Only drive and manoeuver the Nemo in a non-tilted position.
• When moving the Nemo, do not tilt.
• Always try to move backwards over obstacles (rather than forwards).
• It is not permitted to charge the Nemo with more than 150 kg / 330 lbs.
• The Nemo may not be used to transport loads other than people.
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