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Penner Manufacturing Cascade User Manual

Penner Manufacturing Cascade
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Cascade™ Wide Tub W/Swivel Lift
Bathing Systems with Aqua-Aire®
Safe Operation & Daily Maintenance
Instructions Manual
PENNER PATIENT CARE, INC
Box 523 / 102 Grant St.
Aurora, NE 68818
360750WT Revision B- 11/07/12
1-866-PENNERS 1-866-736-6377 1-800-732-0717
E-mail Address: pennersales@hamilton.net
Web Site: www.pennercareinc.com
Operation Video
With AQUA-AIRE™
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Penner Manufacturing Cascade Specifications

General IconGeneral
Dimensions84" x 84" x 36"
Water Capacity350 gallons
Frame MaterialWood
InsulationFull Foam
Heater4 kW
Shell MaterialAcrylic
LightingLED
Warranty5 years

Summary

Introduction to Cascade™ Bathing System

Safety Symbols and Definitions

Warning Symbol Explanation

Identifies important safety messages. Failure to obey may result in injury.

Caution Symbol Explanation

Identifies important maintenance/operation info. Failure to obey may damage equipment or void warranty.

Directional Reference Definition

Defines 'left' and 'right' relative to the control panel from the seat end.

Cascade™ System Technical Overview

Model, Rating, and Regulatory Info

General Safety Information

Equipment Operation and Inspection Safety

Emphasizes inspection of materials and parts for safety. Requires records of inspection and repairs.

Patient Suitability Assessment

Patient Eligibility Criteria

System Component Overview

Cascade™ Tub Features

Cascade™ Tub Door

Locking the Tub Door Securely

Provides step-by-step instructions for securely locking the tub door.

Unlocking the Tub Door

Warning: Unlocking Tub Door Safely

Warns against unlocking the door with water inside to prevent injury.

Cascade™ Reservoir System

Pre-Bath System Preparation

Warning: Operation by Trained Staff Only

Reiterates that only trained personnel should operate the equipment for safety.

Transferring Patient into Tub

Transfer Safety: Floor and Brakes

Warns about non-slip surfaces near the entry and locking transport equipment brakes.

Swivel Lift Belting Technique

Warning: Proper Belting for Safety

Warns that improper belting can cause injury to the resident or operator.

Resident Weighing Process

Moving Patient into the Tub

Warning: Safe Transfer Practices

Warns about limb obstruction and potential damage to tub seal from pinched belts.

Filling Tub Without Reservoir

Filling Tub With Reservoir

Warning: Reservoir Water Temperature Check

Warns that not manually checking water temp before resident entry may cause burns.

Resident Bathing Procedure

Shower Sprayer Temperature Safety

Warns about checking water temperature for rinsing to prevent burns.

Shampooing and Rinsing Safety

Reinforces checking water temperature for shampooing to prevent burns.

Transferring Patient Out of Tub

Warning: Drain Tub Before Unlocking Door

Warns against unlocking the door before the tub is fully drained to prevent injury.

Post-Bath System Cleaning

Exit Safety: Floor Surface

Warns about non-slip surfaces near the entry to prevent injury.

Caution: Approved Cleaning Agents

Warns against using corrosive or abrasive cleaners that can damage equipment and void warranty.

Cleaning Safety: Protective Gear

Advises wearing protective gear during cleaning to prevent skin/eye damage from disinfectant.

Reservoir Cleaning and Maintenance

Daily System Maintenance

Warning: System Liquid Replacement Safety

Advises wearing protective gear when replacing liquids to prevent disinfectant damage.

Daily Safety Checks

Warning: Performing Daily Checks

Warns about performing checks and addressing malfunctions to prevent injury.

Warning: Equipment Malfunction Handling

Warns against operating equipment with missing/worn parts or if not functioning properly.