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Operating the Maxi 500
Transferring a patient
Most patients can be rotated a full 360 degrees with
no restriction, even at elevated levels. This makes it
easier for a wheelchair patient to be maneuvered
using front or side entry, as required. This ability to
rotate patients also allows the caregiver to properly
position the patient when performing a transfer to
and from a bed.
When the patient is in a sling facing the mast, lower
the patient to the lowest convenient height above the
floor. This will provide added stability and comfort
to the patient.
Sewn handles are provided on both sides of the total
lift sling to allow better positioning for the caregiver,
enhancing patient safety.
Have someone assist you when transferring a patient.
For information about how to attach a sling to the
lift, read the “Lifting a resident/patient” section.
Battery Pack
The battery pack is medically approved according to
EN 60601-1, CAN/CSA-C22-2, No. 601-1 M90 and
UL 2601-1.
The battery pack assembly consists of two 12-volt,
4 AH (24 volts capacity), batteries delivering up to
35 lifts per charge (500 lb or 227 kg).
Battery life is variable (2-3 years) and is influenced
by proper charging practices and load exertion.
WARNING:
This mobile floor lift is not intended to be
a transport device. A patient in the lift
should not be moved more than a few
meters.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to maneuver the lift by pul-
ling on the mast, boom, actuator or pa-
tient.
Removable Battery Pack
The removable battery pack reduces the time your
lift is out of service because of a discharged battery.
To remove a discharged battery pack, push the red
button and pull straight out towards you. Replace the
pack with a fully charged one from the wall mounted
charging unit.
Emergency Lowering
The Maxi 500 is equipped with a special safety
feature that allows the boom to be lowered even if
the electrical system does not operate.
Locate the red emergency lowering device handle
directly above the plastic actuator motor cover.
Following the direction of the arrow, pull straight up
and hold. This will allow the actuator to slowly lower
to the desired level (this component is spring loaded
and will return to normal and stop the lowering
process when released).
