General; Introduction; Symbols In This Document; Service Life - Invacare Birdie EVO Manuel D'utilisation

Invacare® Birdie® EVO

1 General

1.1 Introduction

This user manual contains important information about the
handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the
product, read the user manual carefully and follow the
safety instructions.
Note that there may be sections in this document, which are
not relevant to your product, since this document applies
to all available models (on the date of printing). If not
otherwise stated, each section in this document refers to all
models of the product.
The models and configurations available in your country can
be found in the country-specific price lists.
Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications
without further notice.
Before reading this document, make sure you have the
latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the
Invacare website.
If you find that the font size in the printed document is
difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the
website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font
size that is more comfortable for you.
For more information about the product, for example product
safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare
representative. See addresses at the end of this document.

1.1.1 Symbols in this document

Symbols and signal words are used in this document and
apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
personal injury or property damage. See the information
below for definitions of the signal words.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in damage to property if it is not avoided.
Tips and Recommendations
Gives useful tips, recommendations and
information for efficient, trouble-free use.

1.2 Service life

The expected service life of this product is eight years when
used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions,
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maintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this manual.
The effective service life can vary according to frequency and
intensity of use.

1.2.1 Additional information

The expected service life is based on an estimated average
of 4 lifting cycles per day.

1.3 Limitation of liability

Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:
• Non-compliance with the user manual
• Incorrect use
• Natural wear and tear
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third
party
• Technical modifications
• Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable
spare parts

1.4 Warranty information

We provide a manufacturer's warranty for the product
in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of
Business in the respective countries.
Warranty claims can only be made through the provider
from whom the product was obtained.

1.5 Compliance

Quality is fundamental to the company's operation, working
within the disciplines of ISO 13485.
This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC Class 1.
We are continuously working towards ensuring that the
company's impact on the environment, locally and globally,
is reduced to a minimum.
We only use REACH compliant materials and components.
We comply with the current environmental legislations WEEE
and RoHS.

1.5.1 Product-specific standards

The product has been tested and conforms to ISO 10535
(Hoists for the transfer of disabled persons) and all related
standards.
For further information about local standards and regulations,
contact your local Invacare representative. See addresses
at the end of this document.
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