Installation & Operation Manual Br ewer Important Information.............................................2 Safety Information..................................................3 Component Identification.......................................3 Specifications.........................................................4 Electrical Requirements.........................................4 Installation..............................................................5 Operation..........................................
IMPORTANT INFORMATION General The Brewer Access High-Low Exam Table Model 6000 Series is designed to provide positioning and support of patients during general examinations conducted by qualified medical professionals. Read and understand all operating instructions, safety information, and maintenance requirements contained in this manual prior to operating the table. Become familiar with all of the table functions before using it with a patient.
SAFETY INFORMATION Safety Information Failure to follow instructions with this symbol could result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit. The primary concern of The Brewer Company is that the equipment is operated and maintained with the safety of the patient and healthcare staff in mind. To ensure safe and reliable operation: • Read and understand all instructions in this manual before attempting to install or operate the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS Fuse Rating: Control Box Fuse Rating, 120V Models............. 250V/2.5A Option/Warmer Fuse Rating............................... 250V/1.0A Option/Warmer & Outlet Fuse Rating................. 250V/3.0A Duty Cycle (10%) .................... 2 minutes on / 18 minutes off (motor run time) Power Cord............... Extends 70 in. (Minimum) from table. 120V Models: 18 AWG / 3 conductor, SJT grey jacketed junior hard service with hospital plug or detachable power cord.
INSTALLATION Overview WARNING Perform the following sequence in order when setting up the table: - The table weighs approximately 395 lbs. Use enough personnel to remove the table from the shipping pallet. Also, use proper lifting techniques when lifting. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Uncrating Leveling the Base Installing Grab Bars Uncrating NOTE: Inspect all boxes and contents for damage. Report any damage to the carrier immediately.
INSTALLATION (continued) 6. Remove the gray power cord from the rear drawer. Plug the power cord into the socket at the bottom of the rear panel (Figure 10). Plug the power cord into a 120 Volt grounded receptacle. Do Not Use Leg Extension to Lift 7. Make sure the black On/Off Switch at the back of the table is on (Figure 14 ). 8. Depress the switch on the foot control for lifting the seat section until all the weight is removed from the wooden U-shaped brace. Remove the brace and spacers.
INSTALLATION (continued) Leveling the Table A leveling screw pad (Figure 9) is located in six places under the table’s base and rear cabinet. Adjust the six leveling pads to achieve a solid, level installation. Installing the Power Cord (Models 6001, 6501 and 6801) 1. Remove the power cord from the shipping bag. 2. Insert the female plug end of the power cord into the receptacle on the table (Figure 10). Make sure the tabs are aligned and the plug is fully seated. View of underside of base Figure 9.
OPERATION General NOTE: For optimum table performance, allow the table to reach room temperature before operating. DANGER NOTE: The table is not designed for continuous operation. The control system includes a thermal overload safety switch to protect from overheating. If the table is operated continuously causing the control to exceed its allowable operating temperature, the thermal overload safety switch will shut off. If normal operation ceases,do not attempt to operate the table.
OPERATION (continued) TABLE UP (Raises the entire table upward) BACK UP (Raises the back) GREEN LIGHT (Lights when power EMERGENCY STOP (RED) to the foot control is ON) RETURN TO CHAIR (Stops all (BLUE) functions (Returns table when pressed) to chair position when pressed) STOP RETURN TO CHAIR Pressing any button stops all functions when pressed TABLE DOWN (Lowers the entire table downward) TABLE UP (Raises the entire table upward) BACK DOWN (Lowers the back) TABLE DOWN (Lowers the entire table downwa
OPERATION (continued) Safety Switches Located Inside Backrest Cover Seat and Backrest Safety Switches All Models All models are equipped with safety switches. They are located inside the backrest cover, on the seat back and on the bottom of the chair assembly. Each safety switch automatically stops the lowering function if an obstruction is encountered (Figure 14).
OPERATION (continued) Grab Bars Pull up to rotate Push down to lock in place In the forward (normal use) position the grab bars lock into place preventing left or right rotation. The grab bars can be rotated to the side of the table for improved access to the patient. Pull up on the grab bar and rotate to the desired position. The grab bar locks in the front and rear position (Figure 15).
OPERATION (continued) Drawer Warmer On/Off Switch (Models 6001,6501 and 6801 only) Front Drawer Brewer Figure 18. Drawer Warmer Switch and Front Drawer Front Drawer A storage drawer for supplies is located at the front of the table. Models 6001, 6501 and 6801 are equipped with a drawer warmer that is turned on by a switch located above the drawer (Figure 18). Pass Through Side Drawers Two storage drawers are built into the table cabinet for supplies (Figure 19).
Paper Storage With the seat back in the upright position, lift the lid on the paper storage compartment to access stored paper rolls (Figure 20). Paper Storage Figure 21. Pass Through Work Surface Pass Through Work Surface A pass through work surface, stored under the seat (Figure 21), may be pulled out from either side of the table. Grasp the edge of the work surface and pull until it is fully extended. Push it fully in to stow after use.
OPERATION (continued) Adjustable Stirrups Operating the Stirrups (Figure 24) 1. To operate the stirrups, grasp end of stirrup and pull straight out of the table. Lift up slightly while sliding the stirrup out. NOTE: Do not apply any downward pressure when pulling stirrup from table or it may be difficult to move. This is normal and is part of the stirrup friction locking mechanism 2. Unfold stirrup upward to the fully open position. 3. Adjust the stirrup to the desired length by sliding it in or out.
TABLE ADJUSTMENTS Table Height The table can be adjusted to any height between 18” to 37” (Figure 27). 1. To raise the table, depress and hold the Table Up pedal until the desired height is achieved, then release the pedal. (See Figure 12.) 2. To lower the table, raise the backrest to the upright position, then depress and hold the Table Down pedal until the desired height is achieved, then release the pedal. (See Figure 12.) Seat Back The back can be adjusted to any angle between horizontal and 80°.
TABLE ADJUSTMENTS (continued) Manual Pelvic Tilt (Models 6001, 6501 and 6801) Pelvic Tilt Adjustment Bar The manual pelvic tilt feature sets the seat angle at 0° (horizontal) or 5° (up) position. Pull up on the front of the seat and the pelvic tilt automatically travels to the locked tilt position (Figure 29). Note: pulling up with excessive force can damage the pelvic tilt mechanism. Lift only with enough force to engage mechanism. Lift the adjustment lever and lower the seat to the horizontal position.
MAINTENANCE Preventative Maintenance CAUTION Table Care CAUTION Failure to perform periodic inspections of the table could result in personal injury or equipment damage. • Periodically inspect the electrical cord to ensure it is free of cuts or damage. • Inspect the mechanical functions to ensure satisfactory operation. Complete the operating test. • Check fasteners to make sure they are present and tightened securely.
TROUBLESHOOTING Operating Test MODELS 6500, 6501, 6800 and 6801 ONLY It is possible to verify normal operation of the series 6000 tables by performing the following series of tests. Powered Back test 1. Press the TABLE UP pedal to raise the table above 28” so the back may be lowered without contacting the back cabinet. 2. Press the BACK DOWN pedal. The back should go to the full recline position, which is level. 3. Press the BACK UP pedal. The back should go to the full up position. 4.
6000 SERIES TABLE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Start Here Step # 1 2 3 Complete the operational test Test fails Test passes Test Complete Do all powered functions work? Yes No Do the 6 front limit switches work properly? Yes No movement Go to step 2.1 Some movement Go to step 2.2 Front cabinet switches; 1 or more of 6 is not closing when pressed. Press each one and listen for click when pressed and again when released. Replace as necessary.
6000 SERIES TABLE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued) 2.1 Step 2.1 continue here a Is on/off switch on back of cabinet turned on? Yes No b If table has a heater, is the switch illuminated when turned on? Yes No heater or No Turn on switch, then return to step 1 Check for loose plug in wall outlet or back of table. Check for power at outlet. Still bad Fixed Return to step 1 c Press foot control pedal. Does relay in control box click? Yes d Check for loose wire connections at terminal block.
6000 SERIES TABLE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued) 2.2 a b c Step 2.2 continue here Table raises slightly slower than normal while the up pedal is held. One actuator continues to hum. No Yes Table is low and does not rise, but motors hum when up pedal is pressed. No Yes Table does not go all the way down. After table stops in the down direction, continue pressing the down pedal. One actuator continues to hum for a few seconds while there is no movement. No d e f One lift actuator has failed.
6000 SERIES TABLE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued) 5.1 a b c Drawer warmer Step 5.1 continue here Heater switch illuminates when on. Yes No Heater gets warm when on. Yes No Replace heater. Does heater get warm now? Yes No Replace heater fuse(s). Does switch illuminate now? Yes No Replace heater switch. Does switch illuminate now? Yes No Call 1 888-Brewer1 for technical assistance. Return to step 1 6.1 a b Outlet Option Step 6.1 continue here Device works when plugged in to table outlet.
6000 SERIES TABLE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued) 7.1 Step 7.1 continue here a Does table have a powered backrest? Yes b c d e No Are there other problems not yet resolved? Yes No Does table return to chair position when blue button is pressed on foot control? No Yes Call 1 888-Brewer1 for technical assistance. No movement at all, or movement is not stopped by stop button or foot pedals. No Yes Return to step 1 Backrest raises but seat does not lower.
OPTIONS, ACCESSORIES, AND COMMON SERVICE PARTS Listed below are the accessories which are authorized for use with this table. Description Order No. Use/Restrictions 6115-XX Intended Use - Replacement top with hardware for 6000, 6001, 6500, 6501,6800 and 6801 examination tables in 15 standard and 5 plush colors. Includes pelvic tilt bar.
LIMITED WARRANTY The Brewer Company GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS Warranty: The Brewer Company warrants its AssistPRO Programmable Table, Assist Power Procedure Table, Access High-Low Exam Table, Basic Exam Table, Element Treatment Table, and LiftMate™to be free from defects in parts and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three (3) years from date of shipment.
NOTES Document # 100452 RevL 26 Printed in USA © 2013
