AMC 2100 Series —I Forme Medical

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Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Thank you for purchasing from Forme Medical! We hope you enjoy your new couch and find that it has all the functionality you need. Our industry leading warranties mean we will be here to support you for the life of your couch, if there is anything you need or if you have any issues. We are also very happy to chat to you about the research and development of any new products, or customisations to our current products. So please stay in...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Safety Instructions The primary concern of Forme Medical is that our products are operated within safe parameters and regularly maintained to ensure the safety of both patients and practitioners. • Please ensure that relevant personnel read this manual in full before attempting to install or operate the examination couch. • Please keep this manual near the couch or, if possible, permanently attached to it. • Before using or operating your...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series IMPORTANT WARNINGS 1. This device is to be operated by a qualified practitioner only. 2. This couch is designed to carry one person only. 3. Maximum total lift capacity is 200kg. 4. Do not sit, or place heavy objects on the edge of either end of the device, as it may cause the couch to become unstable. 5. Take care to avoid the power leads and control leads getting caught in the lifting mechanism. Regularly check these items for damage. 6. Do...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Get started Unpacking and installing Your new medical couch will arrive fully assembled and ready to plug in to start operation. WARNING: Carefully remove wrapping without the use of knives or sharp objects to avoid the risk of damaging the upholstery. If you see any damage or issues with the couch before you use it, contact us immediately. To install: 1. Plug in the hand or foot switch if it is not already connected by inserting the plug...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Operation Our couches are all fully electric, with main movements completed with the assistance of electric actuators. To protect people from injury, the couch operates on 24 volts direct current. WARNING: Take care to avoid the power leads and control leads getting caught in the lifting mechanism. Also, regularly check these items for damage. Do not use electric cables with damaged insulation. Our couches are designed for average weight...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series To release the lock simply push the high end of the red section so that it returns to a flat position. LOCKED Ensure that all four wheels are locked to ensure stability before allowing patients onto the couch and before operating the couch. Control switch operation You have the option of either a hand switch or foot switch for the operation of your medical couch. Each control will have a combination of either four, six or eight...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Press the button for the function you require and the direction you need the couch to move. The couch will continue to move for as long as the button is being pressed. The couch will stop at its limit in either direction. Foot switch control The top row of buttons control upward adjustment, while the bottom row controls lowering adjustment. Each section is then split into a pair for each function. Top row controls upward movement...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Operation of optional extras and product specific features Back cushion The back cushion is used to provide extra support and comfort to patients and also help with positioning. Follow the same care instructions for the cushion as for the vinyl on the couch (refer to page 25) Backwards couch tilt -­‐ Trendelenburg (optional for AMC 2110, AMC 2130, AMC 2140) Trendelenburg allows the whole couch to be tilted backwards (backrest down) on a...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Battery Pack You must charge the battery for 24 hours before its first use. The battery pack can be used to power the couch during operation, for instance if the couch is moved frequently and the operator does not want to connect and disconnect the power lead. It should be charged when the couch is not in use. Alternatively the battery pack can be used for emergency power back-­‐up. When mains power is disconnected the system will automatically...

Product Manual – AMC 2100 Series Breathe hole and plug Please keep the plug in the breathe hole when it is not in use. To remove the plug, simply push it upwards from the back of the couch. To reinsert the plug, push it back into the breathe hole and ensure it holds securely. Head cushion The head cushion comes with a Velcro grip that attaches it to the back of the couch. Follow the same care instructions for the cushion as for the vinyl on the...