Introduction; Safety - lopital Tango XL Mode D'emploi

1. Introduction

1.1. Introduction
The Tango XL shower-toilet chair is a medical device for caring and washing clients in
an ergonomically responsible manner. Comfort is the primary consideration for both the
client and the carer.
The Tango XL can also be used as a toilet chair, in combination with a bedpan / bucket.
The Tango XL is a shower-toilet chair with independent, folding armrests, polyurethane
two-piece removable seat, rails for a bedpan and rotating and foldable footrests. These
functions are essential performance.
The average technical life-cycle of the Tango XL is 10 years, assuming it is cleaned daily
and regularly maintained according to the maintenance schedule supplied (See chapter
4. Cleaning and maintenance).
The Tango XL 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 the Tango XL brake is applied before transferring clients.
• Notify the client before moving the Tango XL.
• Make sure that the client always places his / her arms on the appropriate armrests
in order to avoid anything becoming jammed.
• Keep the armrests down / closed when moving the Tango XL.
• Always try to move backwards over obstacles (rather than forwards).
• It is not permitted to charge the Tango XL with more than 250 kg / 550 lbs.
• The Tango XL may not be used to transport loads other than people.
• Only use original parts, supplied by Lopital.
• Use the Tango XL in a clean and tidy working environment.
• The Tango XL may only be operated by an authorised person.
• Swimming pool locations are not considered to be 'normal conditions' and will
substantially shorten the lifespan of certain components.
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