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Ceiling Lift 

Portable Gantry System

 Owner’s Manual

 

Part No. 001077-EN, 28-m10-2019

2.

 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Keep these 

Safety Instructions

 with the 

Gantry

 at all times. Read this entire 

manual 
before installing, using or maintaining the 

Gantry

.

Do  NOT  use  the 

Gantry

  for  any  purpose  other  than  to 

transfer  a  person.  To  ensure  safety  of  the  person  being 
transferred  and  the  operator,  follow  all  Safety 
Instructions. 

Do NOT push, bump or smash the rail or posts to avoid 
flipping the 

Gantry

 or damaging components. Any 

damage to the structure could result an injury or death.

To Ensure Safety

The 

Gantry

 has a safe working load of 272 kg (600 lb), 200 kg (440 lb) 

or

 

130 kg (286 lb).Do NOT exceed this load. Refer to the span chart tag 

on the legs of the 

Gantry

 or to the Specifications section in this 

manual for

 

the maximum load allowed.

The 

Gantry

 must be installed by an Authorized 

United Care

 Dealer.

Ensure the 

Gantry

 is used only with a 

United Care

 ceiling track and 

ceiling lift.

 

If the track system or lift are not from 

United Care

, ensure 

the tracks and lift

 

are properly assessed by a competent authority for 

fit, function, and

 

safety.

The 

Gantry

 must be installed by a trained and Authorized 

United Care

 

Dealer.

 

We recommend 2 persons to avoid any injury or damages to 

the

 

ceiling if height is 98” (249 cm) or less.

Check with a qualified health professional to ensure the person to be

 

transferred has been deemed suitable for transfer.

Take extra care with a person who is connected to electrodes,

 

catheters or other medical devices to ensure safe transfer.

Take care to avoid impact during transfer.

Keep all components of the 

Gantry

 clean and dry.

Ensure all checks and actions are performed at the frequency indicated 
in the 

Maintenance 

section in this manual.

Do NOT use as a swing seat.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for United Care Gantry HD

Page 1: ...able Gantry System OpeMed United Care Ltd www united care com 44 0 1252 758 858 infouk united care com To Be Retained by Owner After Installation by Authorized United Care Dealer Part No 001077 EN Rev 005 28 m 10 2019 ...

Page 2: ...ffect its safety OpeMed United Care Ltd will NOT be held responsible for any accidents incidents or performance deficiencies that occur due to any unauthorized modification to this Gantry To avoid potential injury due to the use of inadequate parts always use only United Care replacement parts Regularly scheduled maintenance must be performed on your Gantry by an Authorized United Care Dealer to e...

Page 3: ...zardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury All warning messages feature a standard ISO safety alert symbol followed by the signal word WARNING in capitalized black lettering on a dark yellow background Caution messages indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor injuries All caution messages feature a standard ISO safety...

Page 4: ...S 1 OVERVIEW 5 Intended Use 5 Product Life 5 Using This Manual 5 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 To Ensure Safety 6 3 DESCRIPTION 7 Installation 7 Symbols 14 4 SPECIFICATIONS 18 Dimensions 19 6 MAINTENANCE 22 Operator Maintenance Schedule 22 Dealer Maintenance Schedule 23 Inspection and Cleaning 23 ...

Page 5: ...erform the preventive maintenance as specified in the Maintenance section in this manual OpeMed United Care Ltd cannot ensure complete safety for a Gantry that has exceeded its useful life Wear may cause failure or a part and lead to a patient fall Using This Manual To ensure safe operation of the Gantry read this entire manual carefully especially the Safety Instructions before installing using o...

Page 6: ... manual for the maximum load allowed The Gantry must be installed by an Authorized United Care Dealer Ensure the Gantry is used only with a United Care ceiling track and ceiling lift If the track system or lift are not from United Care ensure the tracks and lift are properly assessed by a competent authority for fit function and safety The Gantry must be installed by a trained and Authorized Unite...

Page 7: ...DESCRIPTION Installation The Gantry kit includes the items shown below Figure 1 1 Install the posts in the bases x2 Note that the posts will have tobe inserted into the bases sideways laying down on the floor if the ceiling height is less than 96 25 245 cm as shown in Figure 3 Figure 2 ...

Page 8: ...8 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 Figure 3 2 Tighten the screws x8 to a torque of 20 N m 3 15 lb ft Figure 4 ...

Page 9: ...tem Owner s Manual 3 Install the upper rail attachment assembly x2 Note that the upper rail attachment assemblies will have to be installed with the posts tilted sideways slightly if the ceiling height is less than 97 5 248 cm as shown in Figure 6 Figure 5 Figure 6 ...

Page 10: ...ift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 4 Tighten the screws x8 to a torque of 20 N m 3 15 lb ft Figure 7 5 Insert the trolley x1 ordered separately and the end stoppers x2 Figure 8 ...

Page 11: ... s Manual 6 Install the upper rail Note that it must be installed flush with the outside of the post bracket You may need a second person to help if the ceiling height is 96 to 98 244 cm to 249 cm as a precaution to avoid damaging the ceiling see Figure 10 Figure 9 Figure 10 ...

Page 12: ...ng Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 7 Tighten the screws x4 to a torque of 20 N m 3 15 lb ft Figure 11 8 Tighten the screws x4 to a torque of 20 N m 3 15 lb ft Figure 12 ...

Page 13: ...13 Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual 9 Install the end caps x2 Figure 13 ...

Page 14: ...14 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 10 Install the PVC strips x4 Figure 14 ...

Page 15: ...ing Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual 11 Adjust for level Ensure there are no gaps over 1 4 6 mm to prevent children from trapping their fingers Figure 15 12 Optional Use anchor bolts to attach the bases x2 to the floor Figure 16 ...

Page 16: ...presents the year MM Represents the month Indicates the authorized representative in the European Community This symbol is accompanied by the address of the authorized representative Indicates the manufacturer s catalogue number Indicates the manufacturer s serial number Keep dry Indicates the product complies with the medical device directive 93 42 EEC Caution MAX LOAD Refers to the greatest perm...

Page 17: ...019 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Indicates the range of humidity to which the medical device can be safely exposed Indicates the range of atmospheric pressure to which the medical device can be safely exposed ...

Page 18: ...ft Product Life 10 years Safe Working Load SWL 130 kg 286 lb or 200 kg 440 lb or 272 kg 600 lb depending on the span chart Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F Operating Humidity 15 to 93 non condensing Storage Temperature 25 C to 70 C 13 F to 158 F Storage Humidity 0 to 93 non condensing Atmospheric Pressure 70 kPa to 106 kPA Compliance ISO10535 2006 MDD 93 42 ...

Page 19: ...19 Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Dimensions Gantry SD Dimensions ...

Page 20: ...20 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 Gantry MD Dimensions ...

Page 21: ...21 Part No 001077 EN 28 m10 2019 Ceiling Lift Portable Gantry System Owner s Manual Gantry HD Dimensions ...

Page 22: ... be required per local regulations and codes To ensure safety of the person being transferred and the operator do NOT use the equipment if a fault is found or if these regular checks have not been performed Operator Maintenance Schedule Perform the following checks actions as indicated If any of the checks fail contact your Authorized United Care Dealer for service or replacement of parts Operator...

Page 23: ...ere removed for servicing Note that the recommended tightening torque is 20 N m 15 lb ft Figure 17 Inspection and Cleaning To clean the Gantry wipe down the structure with a damp cloth using warm water and a cleaner You can also use wipes that have a 70 v v solution of isopropyl alcohol Do not use phenol chlorine or any other type of solvent that may damage the finish Rub the Gantry vigorously wit...

Page 24: ... united care com 44 0 1252 758 858 infouk united care com Clockhouse Dogflud Way Farnham Surrey GU9 7UD United Kingdom United Care manufactures and installs high quality ceiling hoists and patient handling equipment for the hospital nursing home and domestic environment ...

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