User-Service Manual
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1. Figure 19 for 80 bed and Figure 20 for 76 bed 2 Insert the side rail in holes A B C and D for 80 bed Figure 21 and in holes E F G and H for 76 bed Figure 22 3 Attach mounting clips from the bed to the side rail A Warning In the event worn or broken part s are identified remove the device from service until repairs are made Note Assist devices are made for right or left side of bed as viewed from the foot of the bed The latch on both assist devices must face toward the center of the bed so they operate properly O Figure 21 m e NT ITI A TY A A 2 Figure 22 D D 7 ja 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 OjJoerns Joerns Healthcare Warranty Program for all Joerns Assist Devices and Side Rails Joerns assist devices and side rails are guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service Steel structural components and welds are covered under warranty for a period of 10 years from the date of delivery Damage caused by use in unsuitable environmental conditions abuse or failure to maintain the product in accordance with user and service instructions is not covered Any alteration modification or repair unless performed by or authorized in writing by Joerns Healthcare will void this warranty Parts This warranty does not apply to damage or defects caused by misuse in2. retaining clips are in during installation RECONNECT IT NOW place and secure Figure 8 Maintenance Inspection Information Visually inspect A Warning Use only the F168 Rails with the N832 Full the assist handle and mounting bracket and check Rail Mount Kit for loose hardware on a monthly basis Tighten loose hardware as stated in the installation instructions warning In the event worn or broken part s are identified remove the device from service until repairs are made Ruan Va auuu auy N ATS AN wre A N a LORY Note Assist devices are made for right or left side of bed as viewed from the foot of the bed The latch on both sides must face the foot end of the bed a aT a Figure 6 Retaining Clip Retaining clips are located Warning Retaining clips must be inserted on all the rail mounting horizontally Failure to do so could result in eS brackets Secure before use serious injury or death Figure 7 10 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models Model F14SC Maintenance Inspection Information Visually inspect the assist handle and mounting bracket and check for loose hardware on a monthly basis Tighten loose hardware as stated in the installation instructions For Joerns Bed Models Easy Care 3 5 7 9 Care 100 and EasyCare 1 Remove plugs from holes as shown in
3. OjJoerns User Service Manual Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models To avoid injury read user s manual before using 2 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models Important Precautions A warning Risk of Serious Injury or Death These products are intended for use with Joerns bed models B530 B330 FreeStyle Easy Care 2000 2004 Easy Care 3 5 7 9 Care 100 and EasyCare Use of these products on any bed they were not designed for could result in an unproven or unsafe configuration potentially resulting in serious injury or death For questions regarding compatibility contact your Joerns representative Warning Risk of Serious Injury or Death Use a properly sized mattress in order to minimize the gap between the side of the mattress and the Vari Care assist device or side rail This gap must be small enough to prevent a resident from getting his her head or neck caught in this location Make sure that raising or lowering the bed or adjusting the sleep surface does not create hazardous gaps Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death Warning Risk of Serious Injury or Death Properly locate the mounting brackets The gap between the head foot panel and the Vari Care assist device or side rail must be small enough to prevent a resident from getting his her head or neck caught in this location see the installation instructions for more information if appli
4. Supplies HospitalBeds default htm Maintenance Inspection Information Visually inspect the assist handle and mounting bracket and check for loose hardware on a monthly basis Tighten loose hardware as stated in the installation instructions A Warning In the event worn or broken part s are identified remove the device from service until repairs are made Note The Vari Care assist devices are intended for use as an aid in entering or exiting the bed sleep area as well as a stable handhold during self positioning within the sleep area Note The Vari Care side rails are intended to provide a physical indication of the bed edge as well as a stable handhold during self positioning within the sleep area Joerns assist devices or side rails are designed to be used with specific Joerns bed frames Once mounted on the appropriate bed frame assist devices or side rails become an integral part of the Joerns bed system As such these mounted assist devices or side rails can handle the same safe working load within normal use conditions of the appropriate bed to which they are mounted When assessing the risk for entrapment you need to consider your bed mattress head foot panels assist devices and other accessories as a system It is also extremely important to review the resident s physical and mental condition and initiate an appropriate individual care plan to address entrapment risk All Joerns bed systems are evaluated
5. cable If multiple assist devices are needed position them such that the gap between them is large enough that the trunk and hips can easily pass through Make sure that raising or lowering the bed or adjusting the sleep surface does not create hazardous gaps Vari Care assist devices or side rails should not be used if ANY openings within the bed system allow a resident to get his her head or neck lodged within these openings Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death Warning Risk of Serious Injury or Death Do not use the Vari Care assist device as an assist until you have verified that it is up AND locked Injury to resident or caregiver may result if this procedure is not followed 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Warning An optimal bed system assessment should be conducted for each resident by a qualified clinician or medical provider to ensure maximum safety of the resident The assessment should be conducted within the context of and in compliance with the state and federal guidelines related to the use of restraints and bed system entrapment guidance including the Clinical Guidance for the Assessment and Implementation of Side Rails published by the Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup of the U S Food and Drug Administration Further information can be obtained at the following web address http www fda gov MedicalDevices ProductsandMedicalProcedures GeneralHospitalDevicesand
6. correct handling or installation by a non authorized installer Damage caused by use in unsuitable environmental conditions or failure to maintain the product in accordance with user and service instructions is not covered The product contains various parts that wear from normal use These parts such as plastic bushings are not covered under the 12 month warranty but are covered for 90 days after purchase of product VA Government 19748 Dearborn Street Chatsworth CA 91311 P 800 966 6662 F 800 232 9796 Post Acute Acute HomeCare 2430 Whitehall Park Dr Ste 100 Charlotte NC 28273 P 800 826 0270 F 800 457 8827 www joerns com email info joerns com Canadian Office 1000 Clarke Rd Ste 6 London ON Canada N5V 3A9 P 866 546 1151 F 519 451 8662 Joerns Healthcare s obligation under this warranty is limited to supplying replacement parts servicing or replacing at its option any product which is found by Joerns Healthcare to be defective Warranty replacement parts are covered by the terms of this warranty until the product s original warranty period expires When requested by Joerns Healthcare parts must be returned for inspection at the customer s expense Credit will be issued only after inspection Service Most service requests can be handled by the facility Maintenance Department with assistance from the Joerns Healthcare Product Service Department Most parts requested can be shipped nex
7. for compliance to the FDA CDRH Hospital Bed System Dimensional and Assessment Guidance to Reduce Entrapment Table of Contents Important Precautions scsssevessdsventesscedoresdineteeivetnerens Entrapment Information cccccececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Assist Device Side Rail Options ccceceeeeee es Bed COMMAUDINY ca cente ade uioeesetsertendesserierueteesedonetediees Installation Instructions ccc ceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees WA ates odes ee de cs lege E Joerns Side Rails Assist Devices should be assembled installed utilized and maintained in the manner described in their accompanying Joerns User Service Manual The instructions for use of these devices also list the bed type or model with which they may be used This product is only one part of your healthcare bed system Proper combinations of mattress head foot panels and assist devices are needed to minimize the risk of entrapment For more information call Customer Care 800 826 0270 Save These Instructions Thank you and congratulations for choosing Joerns Vari Care assist devices and side rails Joerns Assist Devices are developed with safety comfort and convenience of both residents patients and caregivers in mind Advanced ergonomic design will provide years of reliable service in your facility Bed System Entrapment Information Although essential in the practice of long term care bedside rails in recent years have also been a s
8. ide Rails Vari Care Models Matching Assist Device Options to your Beds WHEN MOUNTED TO THE FL4SC BED THE LATCH MUST ALWAYS FACE THE CENTER OF THE BED 4 44 LARGEST GAP IN BODY i APPROX 2 50 TO TOP OF SLEEP DECK Choosing the Right Vari Care Product Vari Care Products F14SC Fiec F168 Assist Device Full Rail Y FreeStyle Easy Care 3 5 7 9 Care 100 AWarning F1580C F16C must only be installed on 80 beds Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death Y Recommended Combination N Not Recommended Combination For older model beds contact product service Joerns Healthcare recommends the use of a support surface with minimum dimensions of 35 in width by 6 in depth Support surfaces used in conjunction with beds should be properly evaluated relative to state and federal guidelines Instruction Guide Vari Care Installation Instructions Kit Description B530 B330 EC 2000 2004 FreeStyle ECS 3 5 7 9 Care 100 F14SC Assist Device Vari Care Deluxe Page 11 Page 11 Page 11 F1580C Side Rail 4 80 Deluxe F16C Side Rail Full Deluxe o F1576C Side Rail 76 Deluxe ae pe Vari Care Mounting Kit Installation Instructions Kit Description B530 B330 EC 2000 2004 FreeStyle Care 100 N832 RailMount_ Page7 Page 5 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models F14SC F
9. ities have particular exposure since serious entrapment events typically involve frail elderly or dementia patients For More Information To learn more about compliance options with Joerns products visit our website at www joerns com or contact our Customer Care reps at 800 826 0270 and ask for free informational publications To learn more about entrapment zones assessment methods and guidelines concerning entrapment contact Joerns Healthcare at 800 826 0270 or consult the FDA website http www fda gov MedicalDevices ProductsandMedicalProcedures GeneralHospitalDevicesandSupplies HospitalBeds default htm 3 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models Matching Side Rail Options to your Beds F16C 67 00 11 25 4 41 LARGEST GAP IN RAIL BODY F168 APPROX 4 30 TO TOP OF SLEEP DECK 4 41 LARGEST GAP 4 63 F1576C for 76 beds F1580C for 80 beds 19 50 APPROX 2 10 TO TOP OF SLEEP DECK 58 00 11 25 4 41 LARGEST GAP IN RAIL BODY APPROX 4 30 TO TOP OF SLEEP DECK 62 50 M ee 11 25 es T gt p 4 41 LARGEST GAP IN RAIL BODY lt gt eee APPROX RIGHT SIDE SHOWN WHEN MOUNTED TO THE BED 4 30 TO TOP LATCH MUST ALWAYS FACE THE OF SLEEP DECK FOOT END OF THE BED 4 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Joerns Assist Device and S
10. or FreeStyle Bed latch towards Note Latch must face the center of center of bed the bed F14SC For B530 B330 and EasyCare 2000 2004 latch towards center of bed Note Latch must face the center of the bed F1580C F1576C F16C for 80 EasyCare 2000 2004 Note Latch must face the foot end of the bed F1576C For 76 EasyCare 2000 2004 Note Latch must face the foot end of the bed 6 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models N832 Full Rail Mount Kit Suggested tools 2 wrench or socket Note Add AL suffix to part numbers for soft tone Installation Instructions painted parts Add BN suffix to raven brown painted parts 1 Raise the back and foot sections of the bed as shown in Figure 1 You may also raise the Model F168 bed frame to a comfortable working height if necessary For Joernse Bed Models B530 B330 Care 100 2 Depending on the bed model locate the frame cross member at the head end of the bed frame as shown in Figures 2 and 3 page 8 The orientation All of the alignment labels will depend on bed model 31008989 Rail Mount A If you are unsure of the bed model locate the 12543183 5 16 18 Hex Hd Bolts Product ID label usually located on the left side of 12673101 5 16 18 Hex Nuts ure ee Wales 24005271 Retaining Clip 4 12551015 10 32 x 1 4 Screw F168 Not included in N832 Full Rail Mo
11. t day air at the customer s expense Should a technician be required one will be provided by Joerns Healthcare at our discretion Only the Joerns Healthcare Product Service Department can dispatch authorized technicians This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the equipment Netherlands 31 0 30 6363700 31 0 30 6363799 United Kingdom and Other Countries 44 0 844 811 1156 44 0 844 811 1157 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 Revd 14 2315
12. ubject of regulatory review and evolution in design and use That focus includes not only the challenge of achieving an appropriate balance between resident security and unnecessary restraint but also the additional safety issue of entrapment The U S Food and Drug Administration FDA working with our company and other industry representatives has addressed the potential danger of entrapment with new safety guidelines for medical beds These guidelines recommend dimensional limits for critical gaps and spaces between bed system components Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models Entrapment zones involve the relationship of components often directly assembled by the healthcare facility rather than the manufacturer Therefore compliance is the responsibility of the facility As the leading manufacturer of long term care beds and a frontrunner in addressing this critical issue Joerns Healthcare can offer you the expertise assistance and products to bring your facility into compliance Joerns Compliance Solutions Matching the right bed components in order to meet regulatory guidelines can be complex That is why Joerns offers a wide array of compliance options We assist customers in selecting compliant accessories recommended for their specific bed model Creating a Safer Care Environment While the guidelines apply to all healthcare settings hospitals nursing homes and at home long term care facil
13. unt Kit Shown for reference only ALIGN THE EDGE OF THE LABELS WITH THE CROSS MEMBER ON EACH SIDE OF THE BED CARE 100 BEDS ALIGNMENT LABEL B330 AND CARE 100 7 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 RevJ 14 2315 Figure 2 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models 3 Once the proper cross member has been located locate the proper alignment labels for the model of bed you have See Figure 2 page 7 or Figure 3 for clarification Apply the label according to the illustrations When complete there should be an alignment label on each side of the frame aligned with the cross member located closest to the head panel ALIGN THE EDGE OF THE LABELS WITH THE CROSS MEMBER ON EACH SIDE OF THE BED Figure 4 8 2014 Joerns Healthcare 611UU15 Kev 14 2515 4 Figure 4 shows a general assembly instruction Be sure to follow the assembly sequence as illustrated The bolts must be inserted from the inside of the frame out and the nuts must be fastened to the outside plate as shown Important Note When attaching brackets ensure that wires are not caught between the brackets and the frame YD SEF Ce ESE SSX 2S es 11013703 REV A N832 FULL RAIL BRACKET ALIGNMENT SEE INSTRUCTION B300 AND B500 BEDS B500 BED ALIGNMENT LABEL Figure 3 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models Temporarily locate the brackets per Fig
14. ure 5 6 Position the head end brackets over the location Brackets should be loosely assembled on both labels Ensure that the edge of the bracket is flush sides of the bed frame in the head and foot with the arrow and is covering the black stripe positions Do not tighten the brackets to the frame fully The B500 will align to the opposite edge of until the next step the bracket as shown in Figure 6 Tighten the bolts and nuts fully _ APPROXIMATE _ 20 APPROXIMATE 28 v a G Y j r TT e OS p a S6 OE a AN Ia S Approximate location of the N832 mounting brackets on B300 B500 and Care 100 This is not the final fixed location Figure 5 Figure 6 9 2014 Joerns Healthcare 6110015 Revd 14 2315 Joerns Assist Device and Side Rails Vari Care Models 7 Insert the F168 rail as shown in Figure 7 Begin A Warning Risk of Serious Injury or Death Do not use with the head end bracket With assistance line the device as an assist if the hand grip area is wet A wet the foot end bracket up with the rail mounting stud surface may lead to the resident s hand slipping on the on the foot end of the rail Insert the rail as you assist device and result in injury or death did with the head end and tighten the foot end brackets to the frame rail Warning In the event that a ground wire is disconnected 8 Before use ensure that the
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