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Care and Maintenance
Handling and Storage
Avoid violent impacts while transporting the lift.
The lift should not remain stored for long periods of
time without recharging the batteries.
If you store or ship the Maxi Sky
1000
, ensure that the
power is turned off (green light) beforehand.
Battery Replacement
ArjoHuntleigh uses sealed lead-acid batteries in the
Maxi Sky
1000
ceiling lifts. ArjoHuntleigh batteries
do not have any memory effect. Therefore, batteries
should not be completely discharged before
recharging.
Replace the battery when there is a noticeable
reduction in the number of transfers that can be
performed between charges. If you hear the
Maxi Sky
1000
lift beeping and notice a red light
flashing, see the instructions in the
“Troubleshooting” section of this manual to
determine if it is a problem with the battery.
To replace batteries, be sure to contact your local
ArjoHuntleigh representative.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to use a battery
that was not supplied by ArjoHuntleigh.
ArjoHuntleigh batteries are specially
designed for ArjoHuntleigh charging
systems. Attempting to use an
unauthorized battery may seriously damage
the lift and/or the charger.
Verification of the Charger’s Power
Source
If the light does not illuminate when there are
batteries correctly installed in the Maxi Sky
1000
, try
the following:
1) Make sure that the charger is correctly plugged
into the AC outlet, and that the green light on the
clip-on charging station is on.
NOTE: Even if the lift is not used,
ArjoHuntleigh recommends charging the
batteries at least every two weeks. This will
prevent premature aging of batteries.
2) Make sure that there is contact between the
contact blades of the lift and the contact plates of
the charging station.
3) Check the power of the AC outlet on the wall.
4) If the charge station’s green light does not light
up, contact your local ArjoHuntleigh
representative for assistance.
Sling Inspection and
Care
For maximum patient safety and hygiene, read the
following instructions:
Regular Inspections
It is essential that the slings, their straps, and loops
are carefully inspected before each and every use. If
the slings, loops or straps are frayed, the sling should
be withdrawn from use immediately and replaced.
Sling Laundering
Before washing the slings equipped with head
support pockets, always remove the plastic
reinforcement inserts. Always refit the inserts before
reusing the sling.
Mechanical pressure should be avoided during the
washing and drying procedure (e.g. rolling or
pressing), as these can damage parts vital to the safe
and comfortable operation of the sling.
The stretcher cross straps and suspension straps
should be checked and washed if necessary. Washing
and drying temperatures must not exceed 80°C
(176°F). Wash using normal detergents and do not
iron.
WARNING: The slings should be checked
before and after use and, if necessary,
washed according to instructions on the
sling. This is especially important when
using the same equipment for another
patient. This minimizes the risk of cross
infection.
