Winncare Noric Aps CareCube User Manual

Winncare Noric Aps · Hejreskovvej 18 B-C · DK-3490 Kvistgård · Denmark · Tlf.: +45 4913

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www.winncare.dk

Aug 2015

User’s Manual

CareCube™ Wound Treatment System

Inflatable Cushion for Lifting and Supporting

of Legs during Wound Treatment

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Contents:

1. Preface .......................................................................................................................................... 3

2. Explanation of Symbols................................................................................................................. 4

3. Disclaimer ..................................................................................................................................... 4

4. Safety ............................................................................................................................................ 5

5. Transport & storage information.................................................................................................. 6

6. Marking of CareCube .................................................................................................................... 7

7. Technical Data: ............................................................................................................................. 7

8. Measurements & Weight ............................................................................................................. 8

9. Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 8

10. Daily Inspection of the CareCube System ..................................................................................... 9

11. Annual Service Inspection of the CareCube System ..................................................................... 9

12. Components in the CareCube Wound Care System: .................................................................. 10

13. The Compressor: Inserting and removing the air hose .............................................................. 11

14. The CareCube Cushion: Manual deflation .................................................................................. 12

15. The CareCube Cushion: Inserting and removing the air hose .................................................... 12

16. Inflating the CareCube Cushion .................................................................................................. 13

17. Deflating the CareCube Cushion with the compressor .............................................................. 14

18. Trouble shooting ......................................................................................................................... 15

19. Warranty: .................................................................................................................................... 15

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1. Preface

CareCube™ Wound Treatment System is a new revolutionary aid product, which makes it
possible to carry out treatment of shin and foot wounds without any kind of lifting by the
nurse, neither in connection with lifting the leg to the desired position for treatment, nor in
order to support the leg during treatment. No more manual lifting in awkward postures, no
more lifting in order to keep the in the right position during care.

CareCube’s unique design means that it is always possible to lift the patient’s leg to the right
and most comfortable height – irrespective of whether the patient is sitting, lying supine or
on their side during treatment. The dimensions of the sides of CareCube represent the
average length of the human, tibia, femur & pelvis. This means that both tall and short
persons can be treated with one single product in the three typical positions for receiving
treatment.

CareCube’s dimensions also mean that the carer can always get access to the area in need

of treatment, as the patient’s leg can be lifted/supported in such a way that the sole of the
foot, the heel and toes are accessible. If the shin has to be accessible for treatment,
CareCube can always be positioned in such a way that it only supports/lifts under the foot
proper.

CareCube lifts with air from a small compressor, which can both inflate and deflate the
CareCube. The deflated CareCube is only a few centimetres thick making it easy to slide

underneath the patient’s foot or leg. When activated, the compressor fills the CareCube
completely in approximately 20 seconds, lifting the patient’s leg to the desired height.
During treatment, the patient’s leg rests safely and comfortably on the CareCube without

any kind of assistance from the nurse.

Furthermore, CareCube is equipped with a unique internal grid system, which ensures that
the cushion also is stable when only partially inflated. In the partially inflated state, the

CareCube forms a “cradle” around the patient’s leg, which can increase patient comfort

during long treatment procedures.

The combined weight of the CareCube, the compressor, the air hose and the backpack is
only 3,2 kg (7 Lbs.), making it very easy for the wound nurse to transport e.g. from one
patient’s home to the next, if this is required. For this purpose, the CareCube is designed
from materials, which can easily be wiped down with alcohol or similar disinfectants,
eliminating risks of cross contamination with MRSA.

The CareCube Wound Treatment System has been designed to be cost effective meaning
that one system can be left each patient for as long as treatment is necessary. In this way,

expensive “cleaning time” can be freed up for treatment purposes. Once the patient’s

treatment is over, the CareCube System may easily be cleaned and re-used at a new
location.

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CareCube is simple and logical to use. Nonetheless, you must read this manual carefully
before you start using the CareCube Wound Treatment System.

We are certain that the CareCube will set new standards in care with less work injuries,
increased productivity and much more satisfied patients.

In this User’s Manual, you will find important information about the correct use and
maintenance of your new CareCube. It is necessary that all caregivers, who operate the
CareCube, have studied this manual carefully, prior to using the system. Should this manual
not provide answers to all your questions regarding a safe and correct use of the CareCube
System, please contact your dealer for clarification prior to taking the CareCube into use.

2. Explanation of Symbols

This User’s Operations Manual contains important information about the correct and safe

use of the CareCube. All users of the CareCube must have studied this manual carefully prior
to using the product. All instructions in this manual should be followed meticulously. All
staff should be trained prior to using the product. We recommend that all operators
practice using the CareCube and that they try having their legs lifted themselves so as to
know what the patients will experience. Before each treatment procedure, the nurse should
think the entire process through and explain it to the patient.

Symbols used:

3. Disclaimer

 Read this manual carefully prior to using the product. We do not accept any

responsibility or liability for damage or product failure caused by incorrect use of the
cushion.

This symbol is used to indicate information and instructions, which have an
influence on work safety or patient safety and comfort. Failure to comply with
such instructions may result in injury to caregiver or patient. These
instructions must be followed meticulously at all times.

This symbol is used to indicate information and instructions, which have an

impact on the equipment’s functionality. Disregarding such information may

lead to damage to the lifter and/or other equipment.

This symbol is used to indicate information and instructions, which can help
both caregivers and patients obtaining safe, efficient and dignified lifting and
transfer situations.

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 This User’s Manual has been written according to our best efforts. All information,

data and advice was correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right to revise
this manual as and when technical changes are made to the product concerned. Only
the documentation supplied with the actual product is valid.

 All warranty claims must be made immediately after detection of a defect.
 Only original Winncare spare parts & accessories may be used on the product.
 No alterations, modifications or conversions must be carried out.
 But for product liability, Winncare Noric Aps is liable for faults, product failures and

omissions on its part as stated in the warranty agreement or purchase contract.

 Claims for damages are expressly excluded, regardless of the legal basis, from which

such claims originate.

 Failure to comply with the instructions given on safety, maintenance & usage in this

User’s Operations Manual renders the Declaration of Conformity delivered with this

product as per the Council Directive (93/42/EEC) invalid.

4. Safety

Before using the CareCube, the caregiver must inspect the cushion and the
compressor and make certain that they are fully functional. The product must
be taken out of service immediately, if faults, which could have an impact on
safety, are discovered. In that case, the CareCube System must be serviced by
an authorized service technician before being taken into use again.

The CareCube has a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 100 kg /220 lbs., which means
that it is safe to lift legs weighing up to 100 kg / 220 lbs. Never attempt to lift
leg(s) with a weight above the SWL

If used incorrectly the CareCube may tip over causing. Never attempt to lift a
person or objects with the CareCube. This could result in serious injury to
patient or caregiver.

Always keep eye contact with the patient and pay attention to his/her
comfort.

Never lift so high that you over stretch the patient’s knee(s)

Never let the compressor run with the air intake or air outlet blocked. This
stops the airflow used to cool the motor and can result in dangerous
overheating or even fire.

The CareCube compressor should not be run constantly for more than 10
minutes and no more than a total 30 minutes per hour.