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Electric Standard

Electric Bariatric

(Item: L400C & L400XC)

Mobile Patient Lift

User Manual

DEALERS:

This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift.

USER:

Before using this patient lift, read this manual and save for future reference.

CAUTION:

DO NOT attempt to adjust or operate patient lift without carefully reading all instruction in

this manual.

Summary of Contents for L400C

Page 1: ... User Manual DEALERS This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift USER Before using this patient lift read this manual and save for future reference CAUTION DO NOT attempt to adjust or operate patient lift without carefully reading all instruction in this manual ...

Page 2: ... 16 4 2 CHARGING THE BATTERY 19 5 0 LIFTING THE PATIENT 21 5 1 PREPARING THE LIFT FOR USE 21 5 2 LIFTING MOVING THE PATIENT 22 5 3 TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT 23 6 0 MAINTENANCE CLEANING 26 6 1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 26 6 2 DETECTING WEAR AND DAMAGE 27 6 3 LUBRICATION 27 6 4 CHECKING AND TIGHTENING MAST PIVOT BOLT 28 6 5 REPLACING THE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR 29 6 6 REPLACING THE SWIVEL BAR 30 6 7 MAINTAINING...

Page 3: ...death or serious injury CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage or minor injury or both IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to equipment or property if it is not avoided Gives useful tips recommendations and information for ease of use 1 2 Intended Use The Standard Electric Patient Lift and Bar...

Page 4: ...udible click when mounting battery on the battery charger to confirm proper mounting Otherwise injury or damage may occur ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts to avoid injury Although two assistants are recommended for all lifting preparation and transferring procedures our equipment will permit proper operation by one assistant The use of one assistant is based on the evaluation o...

Page 5: ...fore lifting the patient The rear casters of the patient lift MUST be kept unlocked when lifting an individual Locking the casters during lifting procedures could cause the lift to tip and endanger the patient and assistants The unlocked casters during lifting procedures will allow the patient lift to stabilize itself when the patient is initially lifted from a chair bed or any stationary object S...

Page 6: ...and the patient s weight prior to loading the patient Be sure to check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced to ensure that it is properly attached before the patient is removed from the bed or chair Mast and boom pivot must be tight to ensure safe use of the patient lift Bolt must be checked at least every six months in conjunction with periodic maintenance 1 3 6 Perfo...

Page 7: ...azards Where a two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code If you must use an extension cord use ONLY a three wire extension cord having the same or higher ele...

Page 8: ...ication equipment in the area around such equipment If RFI causes erratic behavior PUSH the Red Power Switch OFF IMMEDIATELY DO NOT turn the Power Switch ON while transmission is in progress 1 4 Life Expectancy The lift expectancy of the lift is eight years presuming that the product is used daily and in accordance with safety instructions and maintenance instructions stated in this manual ...

Page 9: ...rton 93 lbs 132lbs Battery 24V DC 24V DC Charger Input 100 240V AC 100 240V AC Accessories Standalone Battery Charger Standalone Battery Charger Battery Status Light Indicator LCD Display Approx Lifts per Charge Varies depending upon load and stroke 100 200 Cycles per charge 100 200 Cycles per charge Warranty Electronics 1 Year 1 Year Control box for Electric Standard Lift is located at the rear o...

Page 10: ...e shipping carton II Upon unpacking your patient lift the package should contain all of the following components III Examine exterior of the patient lift for nicks dents scratches or damages Inspect all components Main component provided in the package Lift Caster Base x 1 Mast assembly x 1 Boom assembly x 1 Control Box Hand Pendant x 1 Shifter Handle x 1 Charging Power Cord x 1 ...

Page 11: ... in the above Pinch guards bolts washers and nuts are fastened to their intended locations and therefore omitted from the illustration IMPORTANT Store the repackaged patent lift in a dry area Do not place other objects on top of the repackaged patient lift Unless the lift is to be used immediately retain boxes containers and packing materials for use in storing until use of patient lift is require...

Page 12: ...orrect alignment of all parts for safe operation 3 2 1 Assembling the mast to the base I Step on the locking levers to lock the two rear casters at the base II Remove the shoulder bolt washer and nut fastened to the base of the mast III Position the mast in an upright position and place the mast over the U shape cut out of the base IV Insert shoulder bolt with washers through the base and mast V S...

Page 13: ...gn the mounting holes with the bracket on the mast III Secure the boom to the mast with a bolt washer and nut 3 2 3 Assembling the electric actuator to the boom The bottom of the actuator assembly will be preassembled to the mast mounting bracket I Remove the shoulder bolt washer and nut fastened to the boom mounting bracket II Lift up on the boom and place it on your left shoulder III Align the h...

Page 14: ...to the mast I Slide the control box onto the mounting bracket on the boom Make sure the control box is held by the slide track II For bariatric lifter use the additional screws to fix the control box to the mounting bracket Ensure the battery is removed from the control box when fixing the screws III With one hand holding down the control box plug the actuator cord to the control box The hand pend...

Page 15: ...14 Standard Lift Control Box Bariatric Lift Control Box ...

Page 16: ...hifter handle I Line up the shifter handle opening with the threaded connector at the base II Turn the shifter handle clockwise and securely tighten into the base III Secure the shifting handle in place with a cross head screw ...

Page 17: ...handle to open and close the legs of the base The shifter handle MUST lock into its mounting slot to lock the legs in the full close open position WARNING The shifter handle MUST be positioned completely into its mounting slot DO NOT use the patient lift until shifter handle is properly seated and the legs of the patient lift are locked in place Otherwise injury and or damage may occur ...

Page 18: ... or any stationary object To raise the patient lift press 1 the boom UP button up arrow to raise the boom and the patient To lower the patient lift press 2 the boom DOWN button down arrow to lower the boom and the patient 3 alarms the user when the load exceeds the lift capacity and the indicator light will come on 4 displays battery status with light indicators Standard Lifter Bariatric Lifter Wh...

Page 19: ... power To activate the emergency release continue to rotate the emergency release knob clockwise at the top of the actuator 4 1 4 Activating the emergency stop Press the RED ORANGE emergency button on the control box to stop the boom assembly and patient from raising or lowering Rotate the RED ORANGE emergency stop button clockwise to disengage the emergency stop Standard Lifter ...

Page 20: ...with power cord I Use the charging cord provided in the carton plug the pins into an appropriate grounded electrical socket II Insert the other end of the power cord into the corresponding socket on the side of the control box III The indication light on the hand pendant will illuminate to indicate the battery is being charged The lift will not be operable whilst the battery is being charged Keep ...

Page 21: ...to O off position The LCD screen on the charger will display the battery status IV Place the battery in the standalone battery charger V Plug the power cord for the standalone charger into a grounded mains socket Switch on the battery charger The indicator light on the battery charger will turn red VI Once fully charged the indicator light will turn green Lift up on the strap handle on the top of ...

Page 22: ...t and lift the patient off the surface of the bed When the legs of the lift are no longer under the bed return the legs of the lift to the maximum open position and lock the shifter handle immediately 5 1 2 Prepare the Sling at Lying Position I Carefully and gently roll the patient on their side The sling seat should be folded lengthwise and placed under the patient so that the lower edge of the s...

Page 23: ...of the swivel bar 5 2 Lifting Moving the Patient WARNING Before lifting or transferring the patient the base legs MUST be locked in the open position for optimum stability and safety DO NOT engage the rear locking casters when patient is in the lift I Using the steering handle push the patient lift underneath the bed II With the sling securely attached to the lift press the UP button to raise the ...

Page 24: ...patient is elevated a few inches off a stationary surface and before moving the patient check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected If any attachment is NOT properly in place lower the patient back onto the bed and rectify the issue WARNING Before lifting or transferring the patient the base legs MUST be locked in the open position for optimum stability and safety D...

Page 25: ...ttached the sling to the swivel bar II The patient should be elevated high enough to clear the commode chair standard commode and their weight supported by the lift III With the help of both assistants guide the patient onto the commode chair standard commode IV Lower the patient onto the commode chair standard commode leaving the sling attached to the swivel bar V When complete recheck for correc...

Page 26: ...h patient shall be in open position II Move the wheelchair into position III Ensure the rear wheels of the wheelchair are locked to prevent further movement of the chair IV Position the patient over the seat with their face away from seat and their back against the back of the chair Use the straps or handles on the side and the back of the sling to guide the patient s hips as far back as possible ...

Page 27: ... casters O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O SHIFTER HANDLE Smooth operation Locks adjustable base when slotted into mounting holes O O O O O O THE MAST Securely attached to the boom Inspect for deformation O O O O O O THE BOOM Inspect all hardware and swivel bar supports Inspected joints for wear Inspect for deformation Inspect the mast pivot joint Ensure the bolt is properly secured O O O O O O O O O ...

Page 28: ...each new user Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts enhanced smooth operation and extend the life expectancy of the lift Following the maintenance procedures detailed in the manual to keep your patent lift in continuous service 6 2 Detecting Wear and Damage When examining the equipment attention should be paid to all stressed parts such as slings swivel bar and any pivot for slings for ...

Page 29: ...w figure for lubrication points Lubricate all pivot points Wipe all excess lubricant from lift surface 1 Mast Mounting Bracket 2 Boom Mast Mount 3 Boom Mounting Bracket 4 Swivel Bar 6 4 Checking and Tightening Mast Pivot Bolt I Inspect the pivot point check that the bolt is through the bracket and the locknut is tight and secure II If needed do one or more of the following Tighten locknut and back...

Page 30: ... washer that secure the electric actuator to the mast mounting bracket II Rest the boom on your shoulder and remove the bolt nut washer and plastic bushing from the boom mounting bracket III Remove the electric actuator IV Reverse the procedure for new actuator installation ...

Page 31: ...xisting hardware and replace the hanger bar Angled bar for standard lifter Straight bar for bariatric lifter WARNING After the first year of use the hooks of the swivel bar and mounting brackets of the boom should be inspected every six months to determine the extent of wear If these parts become worn replacement must be made ...

Page 32: ... is achieved Tighten the nut 6 8 Replacing the Casters Forks 6 8 1 Replacing rear casters I Turn and place the lift on its side II Remove the bolt and nut securing the existing rear caster to the fork III Install the new existing bearing into the new rear caster IV Align the mounting holes in the new rear caster and the fork V Insert the bolt through the fork and new rear caster and tighten with t...

Page 33: ...fork III Position the new existing washer between the two new casters IV Align the mounting holes in the new front caster assembly and the fork V Insert the bolt through the fork and the new front caster assembly and tighten with the nut When dissembling the front casters the washers between two wheels will fall out and can be reused replace if worn ...

Page 34: ...ew fork onto the base V Install the front or rear caster onto the lift Refer to Section 6 8 1 and 6 8 2 6 9 Cleaning A soft cloth dampened with water and a small amount of mild detergent is all that is needed to clean the patient lift The lift can be cleaned with non abrasive cleaners Auto wax or furniture polish will help maintain the sparking finish over a long period of time Ensure casters are ...

Page 35: ... box Replace the battery pack Contract your supplier Contact your supplier for actuator maintenance Patient lift feels loose Mast Base joint loose Tie Rods are loose Refer to Section 3 2 6 7 Casters Brakes noisy or stiff Debris or fluff in bearings Replace casters Noisy or dry sound from pivots Needs lubrication Lubricate your lift Unusual noise from actuator Actuator is worn or damaged or spindle...

Page 36: ...stcare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty are limited to such repair and or replacement This warranty does not cover device failure due to the user misuse abuse negligence or normal wear and tear This warranty does not extend to non durable components such as rubber accessories casters and grips which are subject to normal wear and require periodic replacement This war...

Page 37: ...36 APPENDIX SERVICE RECORD DATE PERFORMED BY CONDITION REPORT ...

Page 38: ...37 DATE PERFORMED BY CONDITION REPORT ...

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