Parts and Accessories ............................................................46
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Foreword
Thank You for Purchasing Arjo Equipment.
Your Carino height adjustable hygiene chair is part
of a series of quality products designed especially for
hospitals, nursing homes and other health care use.
Please contact us if you have any questions about the
operation or maintenance of your Arjo equipment.
Please Read this Instructions for Use
Thoroughly!
Please read this Instructions for Use (IFU) in its
entirety before using your Carino height adjustable
hygiene chair. Information in the IFU is crucial to the
proper operation and maintenance of the equipment,
and will help protect your product and make sure that
equipment performs to your satisfaction. Some of the
information in this IFU is important for your safety
and must be read and understood to help prevent
possible injury.
Unauthorized modifications on any Arjo equipment
may affect its safety. Arjo will not be held
responsible for any accidents, incidents or lack of
performance that occur as a result of any
unauthorized modification to its products.
comprehensive support and service programs to
maximize the long-term safety, reliability and value
of the product.
Contact your local Arjo representative for
replacement parts. Your service representative stocks
the parts you will need. The contact information
appears on the last page of this IFU.
Definitions in this IFU:
WARNING
Means:
Safety warning. Failure to understand and obey this
warning may result in injury to you or to others.
CAUTION
Means:
Failure to follow these instructions may cause
damage to all or parts of the system.
NOTE
Report Unexpected Operations or
Events
Contact your local Arjo representative if any
unexpected operations or events occur. The contact
information appear on the last page of this IFU.
Serious incident
If a serious incident occurs in relation to this medical
device, affecting the user, or the patient then the user
or patient should report the serious incident to the
medical device manufacturer or the distributor. In the
European Union, the user should also report the
serious incident to the Competent Authority in the
member state where they are located.
Service and Support
Service should be performed regularly on your
Carino hygiene chair every year by Arjo qualified
personnel to make sure the safety and daily operation
of your product.
Means:
This is important information for the correct use of
this system or equipment.
Means:
The name and address of the manufacturer.
If you require further information, please contact
your local Arjo representative who can offer
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Intended Use
This equipment must be used in accordance
with these safety instructions. Anyone using
the equipment must also have read and
understood the instructions in this
Instructions for Use (IFU).
If there is anything you are not sure about,
contact your Arjo representative.
This equipment is intended for assisted hygiene care,
showering and toileting of adult residents in care
environments similar to senior/assisted living, group
home, special care, nursing homes, hospitals and
home care. The equipment is intended for indoor use.
The Carino height adjustable hygiene chair may only
be used by appropriately trained caregivers with
adequate knowledge of the care environment, its
common practices and procedures and in accordance
with guidelines in the Instructions for Use (IFU).
Resident Assessment
We recommend that facilities establish regular
assessment routines. Caregivers should assess each
resident according to the following criteria prior to
use:
Lifetime of the Equipment
The equipment must only be used for the purposes
stated above.
The lifetime of this equipment is ten (10) years and
the service life of the safety belt is two (2) years.
Depending on the storage of the battery, the use
frequency and the charging intervals, the service life
of the battery is 2-5 years.
The lifetime and service life are stated providing that
the preventive maintenance are being carried out in
accordance with the instructions for care and
maintenance in the Instructions for use (IFU).
Depending on level of wear some equipment parts
such as castors and hand control may need to be
replaced during the equipment lifetime according to
information in the Instruction for use (IFU).
•The resident must not weigh more than 140 kg
(309 lbs.).
•The resident should understand and respond to
instructions.
•It is intended for residents how are active or semiactive i.e. able to sit upright self-supported on the
side of bed or toilet.
If the resident does not meet these criteria an
alternative equipment/system shall be used.
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Safety Instructions
WARNING
To avoid explosion or fire, never use the
equipment in oxygen rich environment, in
presence of heat source or flammable
anaesthetic gases.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the patient
is positioned correctly and that the safety
belt is being used, properly fastened and
tightened.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the user
weight is lower than the safe working load
for all products or accessories being used.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the patient
is positioned in accordance with this IFU.
WARNING
To avoid the device in use from tipping, do
not raise or lower other equipment close to
it and be aware of stationary object when
lowering.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the
device, make sure that the armrests are
folded down during transfer.
WARNING
To avoid falling during transfer, always
make sure that the brakes are applied on all
equipment being used.
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient
is not left unattended at any time.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment of the patient’s or
caregiver’s legs or feet, make sure that they
are kept clear of all obstacles.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment, make sure to keep the
patient’s hair, arms and feet close to the
body and use designated grab supports
during any movement.
WARNING
To avoid the device from tipping and the
patient from falling, do not use the
equipment on floor with recessed drains,
holes or slopes exceeding a ratio of 1:50
(1.15°).
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Preparations
Right
Left
Intended driving direction
Actions Before the First Use
(10 steps)
1Visually check the package for damage. If the
product looks damaged make a complaint to the
transport agency.
2The packaging should be recycled according to
local regulations.
3Check that all parts of the product are supplied.
Compare with the product description in this IFU.
If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use
the product.
4Unpack the battery charger. Select and attach the
adapter correctly suited to your power outlet. See
Battery charger IFU.
5Charge each battery for a minimum of 14 hours
(Japan 3.5 hours).
6Perform a functionality test. See section Care and
Preventive Maintenance on page 32.
7Disinfect the product. See section Cleaning and
Disinfection Instructions on page 29.
Action Before Every Use
(4 steps)
1Check that all parts of the Carino hygiene chair
are in place. Compare to Part Designations page
in this IFU.
2Check accessories and parts for damage. If any
part is missing or damaged - do NOT use the
product
3Assess the patient whether the safety belt is
needed.
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WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination always
follow the disinfection instructions in
this IFU.
Carino Hygiene Chair Directions
The directions right or left and intended driving
direction in this IFU are shown below.
8Prepare an area that is dry, with good ventilation
and out of direct sunlight for storage of the Carino
hygiene chair.
9Choose a designated area, where the Instructions
for Use should be kept and is accessible at all
times for the users.
10 Make sure to have a rescue plan in case of patient
emergency and if the Carino hygiene chair gets
stuck in an elevated position.
NOTE
If you have any questions, please contact your
local Arjo representative for support and
service.
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Applied part: Type BF. (Entire
product) protection against electric
shock in accordance with EN 60601-1
Parts Designation
1Chassis
2Lockable castors
3Backrest
4Neck pillow
5Transfer handle
6Transfer handle
7Leg rests
8Foot supports
9Safety belt
10 Seat
11 Armrests
12 Hand control
13 Battery
14 Battery holder
15 Battery charger
16 Lifting unit
17 Cover left
18 Cover right
19 Emergency stop
20 Emergency lowering button
21 Lifting strap
22 Back pillow (accessory)
23 Seat cushion (accessory)
24 Bed pan with lid (accessory)
25 Toilet Adapter (accessory)
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Product Description / Functions
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
A
B
C
The Carinohygiene chair has a total of 15 descriptions and
functions.
Lifting Function (High/Low)
The chair can be adjusted to a suitable height over the toilet
and to a comfortable height during showering. The higher the
Carino hygiene chair is raised, the more reclined the patient’s
position will be.
Leg Rests
Supporting the patient’s legs gives the caregiver a correct
working posture for example during a pedicure. The leg rests
also give support to the patient’s legs during the transfer. Press
A
B
the leg rest connector (A) while folding out the leg rest.
(See Fig. 1)
The leg rests are adjustable in three different positions
depending on the length of the patient.
Adjust the position of the leg rest by removing the leg support
and snap it back in to one of the three preferable heights (B).
(See Fig. 1)
CAUTION
If the leg rest connector is not pressed in, the leg
rest may break during the folding process.
Foot Supports
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure the floor is free from
obstacles and that the foot rests are folded away
before getting in or out of the equipment.
Fold out the foot support to let the patient rest their feet during
the transfer in lower positions and during toileting. (See Fig. 2)
Driving Handles
The correct hand positioning for the caregiver during the
transfer or positioning is on the driving handles behind the
backrest (A) and integrated front armrest (B). Do not grab the
chassis side bars (C). (See Fig. 3)
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Castors
Fig. 1
B
A
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
The Carino hygiene chair is equipped with four lockable
castors. Press down the brake pedal with your foot to brake (A)
and press it forward to release the brake (B). To get the full
effect apply brakes on all four castors. (See Fig. 1)
Safety Belt
WARNING
To prevent the patient from falling, make sure the
safety belts are undamaged. If damaged, do NOT
use the safety belts, replace with new ones before
use.
Secure the patient with the safety belt if needed. The safety belt
will secure the patient in the chair. Fasten at the knobs on either
side of the backrest and adjust the length on the buckle. Make
sure the safety belt is attached at all times to avoid it from
laying on the floor causing someone to trip over it. Make sure
the safety belt is close to the patient’s body. (See Fig. 2)
Armrests
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling out of the device,
make sure that the armrests are folded down during
transfer.
During the disinfection, the armrest can be folded up and down
for easier disinfection underneath the armrest.
Hand Control
The hand control has an integrated hook, making it easier to
attach it to various parts of the chair.
A set of buttons marked with arrows pointing upwards or
downwards controls the raising and lowering of the chair.
(See Fig. 3)
Seat
The seat has a comfortable design and can be folded up for
cleaning and disinfecting. The seat is fixed in its normal
position by a snap-in attachment on the front edge of the seat.
For optimal ergonomics during cleaning and disinfecting, fold
the seat up with the Carino hygiene chair in a comfortable
height. (See Fig. 4)
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Battery
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Emergency stop
The battery (NEA0100) is positioned at the left side of the
chair. See Battery charger IFU. (See Fig. 1)
NOTE
Make sure that the rounded ridge of the battery is
turned upwards.
Battery Charger
The battery holder should be attached to a suitable wall and
charger connected to a properly grounded wall socket. See
Battery charger IFU. (See Fig. 2)
NOTE
Use the battery charger in a dry location. Do not install
in bathrooms or any other wet areas.
Emergency Stop
In case of an emergency, all functions can be stopped by
pushing the red button on the left side of the lifting unit. The
emergency stop will override important safety functions.
(See Fig. 3)
•
NOTE
To reset the emergency stop function, turn the red
button clockwise.
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CAUTION
This emergency stop function should ONLY be
used in an emergency.
If the emergency stop has been used due to
malfunction, contact an Arjo Service Technician for
general inspection of the Carino hygiene chair.
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Emergency Lowering
Fig. 1
Emergency lowering
CAUTION
Stop pressing the emergency lowering button when
the hygiene chair stops. By continuing to press the
button it will feed the lifting strap backwards and
the button operation will become reversed.
Contact an Arjo service technician if this occurs.
WARNING
To avoid injury, only use the emergency lowering
when normal lowering is impossible. Use extreme
care during lowering.
•
NOTE
The emergency lowering overrides important safety
functions and should only be used when the hand
control is not working.
If an electrical failure occurs to the hand control, the chair can
be lowered with the press of a button. The emergency lowering
button is located under the lifting unit. (See Fig. 1)
1Remove the orange plug.
2Press the emergency lowering button with your finger.
Automatic Safety Stop
When a surrounding object stops the raising or lowering of the
Carino hygiene chair, the automatic safety stop function will
activate and stop the chair movement. Move the chair or the
obstruction and continue raising or lowering.
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Neck Pillow
A
B
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
The neck pillow (A) gives comfort and support during the
transfer and showering. (See Fig. 1)
Back Pillow (Accessory)
The back pillow (B) supports the back and it’s easy to adjust
based on the patient’s height. (See Fig. 1)
Seat Cushion (Accessory)
The seat cushion can be used for pressure sensitive patients.
(See Fig. 2)
Bedpan (Accessory)
WARNING
To avoid entrapment or pinching of genitals, make
sure there is enough clearance during movement
over the tub edge, toilet, bedpan or other furniture.
The bed pan can be fitted from the back under the seat.
(See Fig. 3)
Toilet Adapter (Accessory)
The toilet adapter is used as a protection between the toilet
chair and Carino hygiene chair to prevent splashing during
toilet visits. It can be fitted from the back under the seat just
like the bedpan.
(See Fig. 4)
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Getting the Patient Seated
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Independent Patient
Follow these 10 steps from a standing position or
using a walker to Carino hygiene chair
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure the floor is free from
obstacles and that the foot rests are folded away
before getting in or out of the equipment.
1Fold away the leg rests and push aside the foot supports.
(See Fig. 1)
2Apply the brakes. (See Fig. 2)
3Adjust the height of the Carino hygiene chair so that the
edge of the seat touches the back of the patient's knees.
(See Fig. 3)
4Let the patient hold on to the armrest so that he or she can
lean on it. (See Fig. 4)
5Undress the lower part of the patient. (See Fig. 4)
Continue with the steps on the next page.
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Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
6Help the patient to sit down. (See Fig. 5)
7Use the safety belt if needed.
8Raise the Carino hygiene chair to a height which is
convenient for transfer and the patient’s feet just above the
foot supports.(See Fig. 6)
9Apply the foot supports on Carino hygiene chair.
(See Fig. 7)
10 Transfer the patient to the shower or the toilet.
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Dependent Patients
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Follow these 13 steps from an active lift (standing
and raising aid) to Carino hygiene chair
Follow the separate operating instructions regarding the actual
lift.
1Fold away the leg rests and push aside the foot supports.
(See Fig. 1)
2Apply the brakes on the Carino hygiene chair. (See Fig. 2)
3Place the lift with the patient as close as possible to the
Carino hygiene chair. (See Fig. 3)
4Undress the lower part of the patient. (See Fig. 3)
5Position the patient straight over the seat of Carino hygiene
chair using the active lift. (See Fig. 4)
Continue with the steps on the next page.
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Fig. 5
Fig. 6
6Lower the lift until the patient reaches the seat. (See Fig. 5)
7Remove the sling. (See Fig. 5)
8If needed, secure the patient in the Carino hygiene chair
with the safety belt. (See Fig. 5)
9Raise the chair so the patient’s feet are free from the foot
plate of the active lift.
10 Remove the active lift.
11 Apply the foot supports on the Carino hygiene chair.
(See Fig. 6)
12 Lower the Carino hygiene chair so the patient’s feet rest on
the foot supports.
13 Transfer the patient to the shower or the toilet.
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Transfer
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
There are two different ways to take the Carino hygiene chair
with a patient to the shower room or toilet.
WARNING
To avoid entrapment, make sure to keep the
patient’s hair, arms and feet close to the body and
use designated grab supports during any
movement.
Method 1
The Carino hygiene chair is pushed from the back and the
patient’s feet are placed on the foot supports. (See Fig. 1)
Method 2
The Carino hygiene chair is pushed at a comfortable height
from the front and the patient does not use foot supports or leg
rests. (See Fig. 2)
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Transfer to the Shower
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Follow these 7 Steps.
NOTE
To ease the process, undress the patient before
entering the Carino hygiene chair.
1Apply the brakes.
2Undress the upper part of the patient’s body. (See Fig. 1)
3Raise the chair to a comfortable height.
4Remove the remainder of the patient's lower body clothing.
5Apply the leg rests.
WARNING
To prevent scalding, always check the water
temperature with your naked hand before directing
the water on the patient. Do note use gloves as it
may insulate to the extent that the water
temperature can be misjudged. Point the flow of the
water away from the patient.
6Wash and shower the patient in this ergonomic position.
(See Fig. 2)
7Adjust the height of the chair for a correct working posture
while washing the hair or performing a pedicure.
(See Fig. 3-4)
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After the Shower
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Drying and Dressing
Alternative A - Independent Patients
(8 steps)
1Apply the brakes.
2Dry all parts of the patient within reach with a towel. Do not
forget the back of the legs. (See Fig. 1-2)
3Dress the lower part of the body, as far as possible.
(See Fig. 3)
4Fold away the leg rests and apply the foot supports.
(See Fig. 4)
5Lower the chair.
6Dress the upper part of the patient’s body. (See Fig. 5)
7Fold away the foot supports and let the patient stand up on
the floor while drying the backside. (See Fig. 6)
8Finish dressing the lower part of the body.
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Drying and Dressing
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Alternative B - Dependent Patients
(12 steps)
1Apply the brakes.
2Dry all parts of the patient within reach with a towel. Do not
forget the back of the legs. (See Fig. 1-2)
3Dress the lower part of the body, as far as possible.
(See Fig. 3)
4Fold away the leg rests and apply the foot supports.
(See Fig. 4)
5Lower the chair.
6Dress the upper part of the patient’s body. (See Fig. 5)
7Fold away the foot supports.
8Bring the active lift (standing and raising aid) in a frontal
position close to the Carino
feet reach the foot plate of the active lift. (See Fig. 6)
9Apply back support sling of the active lift.
10 Raise the patient.
11 Dry the backside of the patient. (See Fig. 7)
12 Finish dressing the lower part of the body.
hygiene chair so the patient’s
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Transfer to the Toilet
min. 700 (27 1/2")
min. 510 (20 1/8")
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always follow the
disinfection instructions in this IFU.
The Carino hygiene chair can be used regardless of whether
the toilet is attached to the wall or to the floor. Preferably a
toilet with a relatively long seat is recommended.
See the measurements below on matching toilet chairs:
min. 700 (27 1/2")
~450 (17 3/4")
~450 (17 3/4")
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To Use the Toilet with the Carino hygiene
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
chair – Follow these 10 Steps.
1Place the Carino hygiene chair with the patient close to the
toilet.
(See Fig. 1)
2Raise the chair to a comfortable height for the caregiver.
(See Fig. 2)
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WARNING
To avoid entrapment or pinching of genitals, make
sure there is enough clearance during movement
over the tub edge, toilet, bedpan or other furniture.
3Position the Carino hygiene chair directly over the toilet
bowl using the transfer handles on the armrests. Lower the
chair and apply the castor brakes. (See Fig. 2)
4When the patient is ready, release the brakes and remove the
chair from the toilet bowl.
5Raise the Carino hygiene chair.
6Apply the castor brakes again.
7Clean and dry the patient.
8Lower the Carino hygiene chair.
9Release the brakes.
10 Ready for transfer.
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Home Care Use
For Distributors and Renters
When transporting the Carino hygiene chair
to the customer with a van:
•Make sure the lift is properly secured during
transport.
•Avoid manoeuvring the hygiene chair/shower and
toilet chair in dirty ground when transporting it to
and from the van.
•No person is allowed to sit in the product during
transport of the product in vehicles.
When delivering the Carino hygiene chair
make sure that:
•You read this IFU together with the receiver
(including relatives and caregivers).
•Show the features and intended usage described in
the IFU with help of the real product.
•The user has understood the cleaning and
disinfection instructions.
•Read all the warnings to the receiver.
Using the Carino hygiene chair
Before using the Carino hygiene chair in
home environment make sure that (See Fig.
1-2):
•
WARNING
To avoid the device from tipping and the
patient from falling, do not use the
equipment on floor with recessed drains,
holes or slopes exceeding a ratio of 1:50
(1.15°).
•All caregivers, including relatives, have read and
understood the instructions in this IFU.
•All carpets and rugs in the environment are
removed.
•All thresholds in the environment are removed.
•All stairs and edges have a fence and safety gate to
prevent the hygiene chair from rolling down.
•There is room enough in the environment for use
of the hygiene chair / shower and toilet chair.
•The environment fulfils all the requirements
described in this IFU.
Cleaning and disinfection:
•Make sure that the cleaning and disinfection
procedure described in this IFU always is carried
out before the product reaches a new user.
•Make sure that the cleaning and disinfection
procedure described in this IFU always is carried
out before and after any type of service procedure.
During Storage of the Carino hygiene chair
make sure that:
WARNING
To avoid strangulation, make sure to never
leave children unattended near the
equipment.
•No children can access the hygiene chair /shower
and toilet chair.
•No pets can come in contact with the hygiene
chair /shower and toilet chair.
•The storage environment fulfils the requirements
specified under Technical Specifications on
page 37.
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Free passage
36" (900 mm)
71" (1800 mm)
28" (700 mm)28" (700 mm)
79" (2000 mm)
8" (220 mm)
Movable
shower
mixer-tap
and long
shower hose
(2500 mm)
with trigger
handle
39 sq. ft
(3,6 m
2
)
Floor drain
Height- and
lateral
adjustable
hand basin
87" (2200 mm)
36" (900 mm)
87" (2200 mm)
36" (900 mm)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
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Battery Instructions
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WARNING
To avoid bodily injury, do NOT crush,
puncture, open, dismantle or otherwise
mechanically interfere with the battery.
• Should the battery casing crack and
cause contents to come in contact with
skin or clothing, rinse immediately with
plenty of water.
Battery Service Life
Make sure to always have two well functional
batteries, one to use and one in storage.
If using a freshly charged battery and the battery
indicator starts to flash and sound after only a few
activities are carried out, it is time to order a new
battery.
• If contents come in contact with the eyes,
rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical attention.
Inhalation of the contents can cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and
medical attention.
•Be careful not to drop the battery.
•Contact the appropriate local authority for advice
when disposing of batteries.
•Check label on the battery.
Storage of Batteries
•The battery is delivered charged but we
recommend you recharge the battery when
received due to a slow self discharge.
•This battery will slowly self discharge when not
used.
Low Charge Warning
NOTE
A beeping sound while using the chair will be
heard when the battery needs charging.
Installation of Charger
See NEA 8000 Battery Charger IFU.
How to Charge the Battery
See NEA 8000 Battery Charger IFU.
•A battery not in use should be stored between
-0 °C (32 °F) and 30 °C (86 °F).
•For maximum battery performance do not store
the battery above 50 °C (122 °F).
Charging Intervals
•To prolong the life of the battery, charge it at
regular intervals, i.e. every night.
•If the Carino hygiene chair is used frequently, it is
recommended to use two batteries, one in
operation and one as a stand-by in the charger.
•It is recommended that a battery not in use is left
in the charger. There is no risk of overcharging the
battery.
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Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions
Only use Arjo Branded Disinfectant (e.g.
Arjo Clean™).
If you have any questions regarding disinfecting the
Carino hygiene chair or wish to order disinfectant,
contact Arjo Customer Service. See section Parts and Accessories on page 46.
Make sure to have the Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS) available for the disinfectant being used.
WARNING
To avoid eye and skin damage, always use
protective glasses and protective gloves.
If contact occurs, rinse with plenty of water.
If eyes or skin become irritated, consult a
physician. Always read theIFU and the
Material Safety Data Sheet of the
disinfectant.
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always
follow the disinfection instructions in this
IFU.
Allowed Disinfectants
•Arjo Clean
•Arjo General Purpose Disinfectant
•Arjo Disinfectant Cleanser IV
•Arjo All Purpose Disinfectant
•Arjo CenKleen IV
Accessories for Disinfecting the
Carino hygiene chair
•Protective gloves
•Protective glasses
•Spray bottle with disinfectant or disinfection spray
handle with disinfectant
•Spray bottle with water or shower handle with
water
•Cloths - wet and dry
•Disposable towels
•Soft bristle brush
•Long handled soft bristled brush
WARNING
To avoid eye or skin irritation, never
disinfect in the presence of a patient.
CAUTION
To avoid damage on the equipment only
use Arjo branded disinfectants.
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Always Follow these 21 Steps for Proper
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Cleaning and Disinfection
If an Arjo shower panel will be used, see respective IFU.
Removing visual residue
(Step 1-3 of 21)
1Detach pillow, cushions and safety belt.
2Clean the Carino hygiene chair from visible residue using a
cloth soaked in water or if more suitable by spraying/
showering water using a brush and/or wipe with a clean
cloth. Start from the top and move downwards.
3Clean all removed parts from visible residue with a cloth
soaked in water or shower water using a brush and/or wipe
with a clean cloth (if applicable).
Cleaning
(Step 4-10 of 21)
4 Put on protective gloves and eye wear. (See Fig. 1)
5Spray disinfectant on the Carino hygiene chair. Use a brush
and scrub thoroughly, especially on handles and hand
control. (See Fig. 2-3)
6Rinse the Carino hygiene chair thoroughly with water
(approx. 25 °C (77 °F)) until all the disinfectant has been
removed.
7Spray disinfectant on the removed parts. Use a brush soaked
in disinfectant for cleaning, scrub thoroughly.
8Rinse the removed parts thoroughly with water until all the
disinfectant has been removed.
9Soak a cloth in disinfectant and wipe all other areas such as
chassis.
10 Wet a new cloth with water and remove all traces of
disinfectant on other areas. The cloth must occasionally be
rinsed in running water when removing disinfectant.
Continue with the steps on the next page.
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Disinfection
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
(Step 11-21 of 21)
11 Spray disinfectant on the Carino hygiene chair.
(See Fig. 1-2)
12 Allow a disinfection time according to the instructions on
the disinfectant bottle label.
13 Spray disinfectant on the removed parts.
14 Allow a disinfection time according to the instructions on
the disinfectant bottle label.
15 Soak a cloth in disinfectant and wipe all other areas such as
chassis.
16 Allow a disinfection time according to the instructions on
the disinfectant bottle label.
Spray or shower water (approx. 25 °C (77 °F)) and wipe with
17
a clean cloth to remove all traces of the
disinfectanton the
Carino hygiene chair. The cloth should occasionally be rinsed
in running water during removal of
disinfectant.
18 Spray or shower water (approx. 25 °C (77 °F)) and wipe with
a clean cloth to remove all traces of the
removed parts. The cloth should occasionally be rinsed in
running water during removal of disinfectant.
disinfectant on the
19 Spray or shower water (approx. 25 °C (77 °F)) and wipe with
a clean cloth to remove all traces of the
remaining areas, such as chassis. The cloth should
occasionally be rinsed in running water during removal of
disinfectant.
disinfectant on
20 If disinfectant cannot be removed, spray water on the affected
part and wipe off with disposable towels. Repeat until all of the
disinfectant has been removed.
21 Let all parts dry.
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Care and Preventive Maintenance
Caregiver Obligations
The Carino hygiene chair is subject to wear and tear and the following actions must be performed when specified
to make sure that the product remains within its original manufacturing specification.
•
WARNING
To avoid malfunction resulting in injury, make sure to conduct regular inspections and follow
the recommended maintenance schedule. In some cases due to heavy use of the product and
exposure to aggressive environment more frequent inspections should be carried out. Local
regulations and standards may be more stringent than the recommended maintenance
schedule.
NOTE
Product cannot be maintained and serviced while in use with the patient
To avoid injury to both the patient and the caregiver, never modify the equipment or use
incompatible parts.
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Caregiver Obligations
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Caregiver obligations shall be carried out by personnel with
sufficient knowledge of the Carino hygiene chair, and by
following the instructions in this IFU.
Every day
•Disinfect.
The Carino
after every use. Arjo disinfectants should be used in
recommended concentrations.
•Visual check the exposed part of the lifting strap (See Fig. 1)
On the back side of the chair when the chair is in its lowest
position. Check the lifting strap for fraying, cuts, loose
stitching. If the lifting strap is found damaged in any way,
do not use the Carino
representative.
Every week
•Visually check the safety belt (See Fig. 2)
Check the complete length for fraying, cuts, cracks, tears,
that no inner fabric is showing and that no other damage is
visible. If found cut or damaged, replace it.
hygiene chair has to be disinfected immediately
hygiene chair. Contact your local Arjo
•Visually check all exposed parts
Especially where bodily contact is made by either the
patient or caregiver. Make sure no cracks or sharp edges
have developed that could cause the patient or user injury or
that has become unhygienic. Replace damaged parts.
•Visually check mechanical attachments (See Fig. 3)
Visually check that all screws and nuts are tightened and that
there are no gaps.
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•Check hand control and cable (See Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Visually check the condition of the hand control and its
cable. If found cut or damaged, replace. Also check the
emergency stop.
•Check that the castors (See Fig. 5)
are properly fixed and are rolling and swivelling freely.
Clean with water. Castors can get affected by soap, hair, dust
and floor cleaning chemicals.
•Check the function of the brakes by applying the brakes and
test the Carino
hygiene chair for movement.
•Check the cushions/pillows (See Fig. 6)
to make sure there are no cracks or tears that would allow
water to get into the filling. If there is such damage, replace
damaged parts.
•Visually check the condition of the battery charger, cable
and the battery (See Fig. 7)
Withdraw and replace immediately if damaged.
•Perform functionality test.
Test up and down motion by pressing up and then down on
the hand control.
•Test emergency stop function. Press the down button at the
same time pushing the emergency stop button, the motion
shall stop. Release the emergency stop button.
Test automatic safety stop. Push the down button and pull
up against the motion with your hand under the chair. The
downward motion should stop.
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Yearly Checks by Qualified Personnel only
The Carino hygiene chair must be serviced once a year in
accordance with the Maintenance and Repair Manual.
WARNING
To avoid injury and/or unsafe product, the
maintenance activities must be carried out at the
correct frequency by qualified personnel using
correct tools, parts and knowledge of procedures.
Qualified personnel must have documented
training in maintenance of this device.
NOTE
All Caregiver Obligations are to be checked when
performing the Qualified Personnel Service. For details,
see separate service instructions.
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Troubleshooting
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient is not
left unattended at any time.
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient is not
left unattended at any time.
PROBLEMACTION
The chair keeps raising and lowering after
the hand control button is released.
The hygiene chair does not raise or lower
when the hand control button is being
pressed.
The hygiene chair is hard to manoeuvre
during transfer.
Activate the red emergency stop button and pull the battery out
- remove the patient from the hygiene chair and contact
qualified personnel.
1Make sure that the battery is fully connected in the battery
compartment.
2Make sure that the hand control connection plug is properly
connected to the socket.
3Make sure that the battery is charged.
4Make sure the emergency stop button is inactivated by
turning the red knob clockwise.
1Make sure all brakes are released.
2Make sure all castors roll and swivel freely. If not, remove
the patient from the hygiene chair and contact qualified
personnel.
The hygiene chair is making abnormal
sounds during lifting or transfer.
Remove the patient from the hygiene chair and contact
qualified personnel.
ALARMSACTION
A beeping sound is heard as the hygiene
chair is begin raised.
Only a few activities are carried out before
the battery indicator will flash and sound.
The battery needs charging. Complete the patient transferring
progress and change to a fully charged battery.
Replace the battery with a fully charged one.
If using a freshly charged battery and the battery indicator
starts to flash and sound after only a few activities are carried
out, it is time to order a new battery.
The hand control buttons work reversed.Contact qualified personnel.
The chair beeps in intervals.
5 s of beeping and 30 s of silence.
Contact qualified personnel.
Do not use the lift until fixed.
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Technical Specifications
Carino hygiene chair Model BOC100X-01
Safe Working Load (SWL) (Maximum patient weight)140 kg (309 lbs)
Weight42 kg (93 lbs)
Maximum total weight of lift
182 kg (402 lbs)
(lift + patient)
Mode of operationED maximum 10%1 minute ON,
9 minute OFF
Sound level63 dB (A)
Operating forces of control2.7 N
Pollution degree2
Electricity
Supply voltage and lift nominal voltage24 V DC
Maximum power150 VA
BatteryNiMH; Arjo NEA 0100
Battery chargerNEA 8000
Battery capacity2.5 Ah
Degree of protection IP24
IP: Ingress Protection
2: Protection against insertion of fingers or
similar objects.
4: Water splashing against the product from
any direction does not effect safety or
essential performance
Degree of protection - Hand controlIP X7
IP: Ingress Protection
X: The protection against contact and
ingress of objects is not specified for this
product.
7: Immersion up to 1 m of the product does
not effect safety or essential performance
•
Medical equipment
•
•
•
Type BF
FuseT5AL 250 V
Component weights
Battery1.45 kg (3.2 lbs.)
•
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Allowed Combinations
The Carino hygiene chair
Sara 3000, Sara Plus and Sara lite
integrate with the following
Arjo products
No other combinations are
allowed
Operating, Transport and Storage
Ambient temperature range-20 °C to +70 °C (-7 °F to +158 °F) Transport
-20 °C to +70 °C (-7 °F to +158 °F) Storage
+10 °C to +40 °C (+50 °F to +104 °F) Operation
Relative humidity range10% to 80% Transport and Storage
15% to 93% Operation
Atmospheric pressure range 500 hPa to 1100 hPa Transport
500 hPa to 1100 hPa Storage
800 hPa to 1060 hPa Operation
Recycling
PackageWood and corrugated cardboard, recyclable
End of Life Disposal
•All batteries in the product must be recycled separately. Batteries are to be disposed in
accordance with national or local regulations.
•Slings including stiffeners/stabilizers, padding material, any other textiles or polymers or plastic
materials etc. should be sorted as combustible waste.
•Lift systems having electrical and electronic components or an electrical cord should be
disassembled and recycled per Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) or in
accordance with local or national regulation.
•Components that are primarily made up of different kinds of metal (containing more than 90%
metal by weight) for example sling bars, rails, upright supports, etc., should be recycled as metals.
•
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Dimensions
450 (17 3/4”)
195 (7 5/8”)
50,2 (2”)
857 (33 3/4”)
881 (34 5/8”)
1240 (48 7/8”)
(B) 1240 - 1555 (48 7/8” - 61 1/4”)
(A) 450 - 1050 (17 3/4” - 41 3/8”)
28 (1 1/8”)
23˚
1145 (45 1/8”)
(C) 347 - 819 (32 1/4” - 32 1/4“)
1310 (51 5/8”)
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Ø1082 (42 5/8”)
Ø1370 (53 7/8”)
630 (24 3/4”)
424 (16 5/8”)
624 (24 5/8”)
475 (18 3/4”)
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Labels
182 kg/
402 lbs
42 kg/
93 lbs
140 kg/
309 lbs
Label explanation
Approval
Label
States approvals for the current
product.
Battery LabelStates safety and environmental
information for the battery.
Data LabelStates technical performance and
requirements, e.g. Input Power,
Input Voltage and maximum
Patient Weight etc.
Emergency
Lowering
Label
Identification
Label
States emergency information, see
section Emergency Lowering on page 13.
States the product identification,
serial number and year and month
of manufacturing.
Lifting Strap
Label
States the manufacturing date of
the strap.
Symbol explanation
Total mass of equipment including
its safe working load.
SWLSafe Working Load 140 kg
(309 lbs.)
Lifting stroke 600 mm (23 5/8”)
Type BF. Applied part: protection
against electric shock in
accordance with IEC 60601-1
Mandatory to read the Instructions
for Use
Separate electrical and electronic
components for recycling in
accordance with the European
Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE).
Emergency lowering of the
hygiene chair.
CE marking indicating conformity
with European Community
harmonised legislation
Indicates the product is a Medical
Device according to EU Medical
Device Regulation 2017/745
TÜV marking. The lift has been
safety tested according to:
EN/ISO 10535 and IEC 60601-1
Environmental danger.
24V DCSupply voltage
MAX: 150
Maximum power
VA
Fuse F1 - T5AL 250V
IP24Degree of protection (i.e. the
product is protected against
insertion of fingers and splashing
water)
NEA0100Product No. of the battery
A battery is the power source of this
equipment.
ED max 10% Mode of operation for Hi/Lo
function:
ED maximum 10%;
Maximum 1 minute ON;
Minimum 9 minutes OFF
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NiMH
Recyclable
Name and address of the
manufacturer
Not for disposal.
Manufacturing date
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Battery Label
Emergency Lowering Label
Identification Label
Lifting Strap Label
Data Label
Approval Label
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List of Standards and Certificates
STANDARD/CERTIFICATEDESCRIPTION
EN/IEC 60601-1:2005
AMD1:2012
ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1
(2005)
AMD 1 (2012)
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 606011:14
ISO 10535:2006Hoists for the transfer of disabled persons -- Requirements and test
Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for
Basic Safety and Essential Performance
Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for
Basic Safety and Essential Performance
Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for
Basic Safety and Essential Performance
methods
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Electromagnetic Compatibility
Product has been tested for compliance with current regulatory standards regarding its capacity to block EMI
(electromagnetic interference) from external sources.
Some procedures can help reduce electromagnetic interferences:
•Use only Arjo cables and spare parts to avoid increased emissions or decreased immunity which can
compromise the correct functioning of the equipment.
•Ensure that other devices in patient-monitoring and/or life-support areas comply to accepted emissions
standards.
WARNING
Wireless communications equipment such as wireless computer network devices, mobile
phones, cordless telephones and their base stations, walkie-talkies, etc. can affect this
equipment and should be kept at least 1.5m away from the equipment.
Intended Environment: Home Healthcare Environment and Professional Healthcare facility environment.
Exceptions: HF Surgical Equipment and the RF Shielded room of an ME SYSTEM for magnetic resonance imaging
WARNING
Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided
because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and
the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emission
Emission testComplianceGuidance
This equipment uses RF energy only for its internal functions.
RF emissions CISPR 11Group 1
RF emissions CISPR 11Class B
Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause
any interference in nearby electronic equipment.
This equipment is suitable for use in all establishments, including
domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public
low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for
domestic purposes.
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity
Immunity testIEC 60601-1-2 test levelCompliance level
Electrostatic
±2kV, ±4kV, ±8kV, ±15kV air
±2kV, ±4kV, ±8kV, ±15kV air
discharge (ESD)
EN 61000-4-2
Conducted
±8kV contact
3V in 0,15 MHz to 80 MHz
±8kV contact
3V in 0,15 MHz to 80 MHz
disturbances
inducted by RF
fields
EN 61000-4-6
Radiated RF
electromagnetic
6V in ISM and amateur radio
bands between 0,15 MHz and
80 MHz
Floors should be wood,
concrete or ceramic tile. If
floors are covered with
synthetic material the relative
humidity level should be at
least 30%.
Portable and mobile RF
communications equipment
should be used no closer to
any part of the product,
including cables, than 1.0m,
if the transmitter’s output
power rating exceeds 1W
a
Field strengths from fixed RF
transmitters, as determined
by an electromagnetic site
survey, should be less than
the compliance level in each
frequency range
b
Interference may occur in the
vicinity of equipment marked
with this symbol:
Electrical fast
±1kV SIP/SOP ports
±1kV SIP/SOP ports
transient/burst
EN 61000-4-4
Power frequency
Magnetic field
100 kHz repetition frequency
30 A/m
100 kHz repetition frequency
30 A/m
Power frequency magnetic
fields should be at levels
characteristic of a typical
location in a typical
EN 61000-4-8
50 Hz or 60 Hz
50 Hz
commercial or hospital
environment.
a
Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land
mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with
accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey
should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the product is used exceeds the
applicable RF compliance level above, the product should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal
performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary.
b
Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 1 V/m.
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Parts and Accessories
Battery charger and batterySafety beltBack pillow and neck pillow
Bed pan with lidToilet adapterSeat cushion
For disinfectant contact the
Arjo local representative
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AUSTRALIA
Arjo Australia Pty Ltd
78, Forsyth Street
O’Connor
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Tel: +61 89337 4111
Free: +1 800 072 040
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Tel: +852 2960 7600
Fax: +852 2960 1711
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Tel: +1 630 307 2756
Free: +1 80 0 323 1245 Institutional
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Fax: +1 630 307 6195
E-mail: us.info@arjo.com
At Arjo, we are committed to improving the everyday lives of people affected by reduced mobility and age-related health challenges.
With products and solutions that ensure ergonomic patient handling, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the effective
prevention of pressure ulcers and venous thromboembolism, we help professionals across care environments to continually raise