BATH BUDDY BATHMATE, Instruction Book

Page 1: ...Instruction Book BATH BUDDY BATHMATE ...

Page 2: ...ion Tables Thank you for purchasing the BATH BUDDY BATHMATE portable lift This simple bath aid is designed to provide safe comfortable bathing for people with limited mobility or disabilities affecting movement The BATH BUDDY BATHMATE is all that s needed to gently lower the bather into the water from a comfortable seated position When it s time to get out the system conveniently raises from the w...

Page 3: ...2 Main blower unit 3 4 white suckers 4 White hose 5 Mains lead plug 6 Hand control unit Other items include 7 Instruction booklet 8 Handy operating guide 9 Guarantee card 10 Carry case optional not shown 1 2 5 6 4 3 Instruction Book BATH BUDDY BATHMATE The BATH BUDDY BATHMATE consisting of ...

Page 4: ... to be replaced this should be carried out by the manufacturer his agent or other qualified person This appliance required a 13 amp fuse When changing the fuse ensure it is replaced with an identical rated 13A Fuse ASTA Approved to BS 1362 If the fuse cover is damaged the plug must not be used and should be replaced by the manufacturer his agent or other qualified person 2 ...

Page 5: ... stop inflation see note 1 in notes section IMPORTANT The up button should be depressed until the blower unit stops inflating automatically failure to do so will cause the cushion to be under inflated Before use check for air leaks from the cushion and hose Any air leaks will be visible in the form of air bubbles emitted from the hose or cushion If any air leaks are present discontinue use and cont...

Page 6: ...asing the button at any time will stop this action to continue depress the button again maintaining contact until right at the bottom of the bath To aid stability a fixed grab rail should During the deflate cycle the lumbar support and seat area of the cushion will slowly fold in and around the user promoting a supported descent into the bath The bather should always allow the front part of the cus...

Page 7: ...f the bath to further aid balance The bather can now exit the bath by either swinging cushion or by stepping over and out of the bath Disconnecting THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED WHILST CONNECTED TO THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AND THE BLOWER UNIT LEFT RUNNING FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD After use the cushion should be deflated at least partially to help remove it from the bath To avoid putting u...

Page 8: ...6 Technical Specification Transport Storage Conditions Operating Conditions Mode of Operation ...

Page 9: ...flating The cushion cannot over inflate unless it has previously been in contact with water above 50 C The seams appear to be opening up slowly If the remaining seal is 3mm 1 8 wide or less return the equipment for a replacement cushion Air bubbles are emitted from between the double seam at the base of the cushion This will only occur if the inner seam has failed Return the equipment for a replace...

Page 10: ...ares Spares Accessories PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION BB 0135 SUCKER BB 0290 HAND CONTROL COMPLETE BB 02O8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BB 0209 QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION BB 0221 CARRY CASE BB 0222 GRAB RAIL For all service or spares requirements please contact the service department at the Bath Buddy Company Ltd on 44 0 1268 983 841 Prices for spares available on request The expected li...

Page 11: ...nlikely event of product failure that an alarm system or telephone are conveniently placed in close proximity The unit will NOT operate should this occur during use therefore assistance may be required to leave the bath 4 Inflation and deflation can be interrupted at any time by releasing the appropriate button on the control unit Please note that on inflation the UP button should be depressed until ...

Page 12: ...Tall Cushions are suitable for bath widths of 460mm to 560mm 18 to 22 Max 560 mm 22 Standard Cushion is recommended for bath depths of between 340mm 415mm 13 16 Tall Cushion is recommended for bath depths of between 415mm 490mm 16 19 Min 460 mm 18 10 The BATH BUDDY BATHMATE lift is suitable for most baths As a guide to whether a tall or standard cushion is required please refer to the diagram belo...

Page 13: ...eds of the user POSITION A from 300 to 900 mm 13 to 35 inches from back edge of bath POSITION B from 100 to 600mm 4 to 24 inches from the top edge of bath The following should act as a guide to positioning the grab rail when used with the BATH BUDDY BATHMATE A grab rail should only be fitted by a qualified workman in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications ...

Page 14: ... marking for products sold within the European Economic Area ASTA Association of Short Circuit Authorities BS 1362 Specification for general purpose fuse links for domestic and similar purposes IPX4 Splash Proof Safety Rating Unauthorised modification of Appliance could result in product failure Hazards could include Over inflation of Fire Electrical shock 7 All repair work servicing modifications ...

Page 15: ...BATH BUDDY BATHMATE uses RF energy only for its internal function Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment The BATH BUDDY BATHMATE is suitable for use in all establishments including domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public low voltage power supply network that supplied buildings used for domestic ...

Page 16: ...UDDY BATHMATE should ensure that it is used in such an environment Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment If the user of the BATH BUDDY requires continued operation during power mains interruptions it is recommended that the BATH BUDDY be powered from an uninterruptible power supply or battery ...

Page 17: ... 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 BATH BUD...

Page 18: ...olled The customer or the user of the BATH BUDDY BATHMATE can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment transmitters and the BATH BUDDY BATHMATE as recommended below according to the maximum power output of the communications equipment ...

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Page 20: ...The Bath Buddy Company Limited Unit C1A The Nore Hovefields Avenue Basildon Essex SS13 1EB Tel 44 0 1268 983 841 Email sales bath buddy com Why not visit our website at www bath buddy com BB0208 Rev C ...