User Instructions – Kingfisher Pool Hoist
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Install the Battery – N.B Battery should always be removed and re-placed into the charger
after use. Do not remove the hand control from the lifter as this will disrupt the control box
mechanisms.
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Ensure the Emergency STOP button is in the out position. If this is pushed in the hoist will not
operate. Twist to release.
Installation at Pool Deck
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Wheel the unit to the pool deck and place the base plate over the anchor points. Ensure the
wheels of the hoist are placed facing away from the pool.
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Insert the Eye Bolts into the holes and hand tighten only.
Use of the Lifter
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Always test the lifter by pressing up and down on the hand control before commencing a lift.
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Check safe working load (SWL) of lifter before attempting a lift and make sure the weight of
person being lifted complies.
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Test the hand control buttons and monitor the movement of the hoist prior to use to ensure
everything is working properly
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The arms of the hoist are weight bearing so the client can transfer easily.
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If you obtained a footrest, lift the seat and remove the wing nut from tubing. Place the
footrest into the tubing and hand tighten the wing nut prior to use.
Removing the Hoist
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Wash the Kingfisher with clean water (not chlorinated) prior to packing away.
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Remove the battery and place it on charge.
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Bring the lifting arm up to a vertical position and fold up the seat and arms.
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Remove the eye bolts from the base plate and place them in the travel holes on the trolley.
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Put cover on hoist.
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Stand behind the hoist and lean back onto the trolley. Secure the Velcro belt on the trolley
before moving.
Battery Care
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After use, the battery should be placed in the charger to ensure it is fully charged when
required. Battery cover should remain on the battery housing to avoid damage and
corrosion.
Emergency Lowering or Lifting – (Hand control override)
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If hand control is damaged – using a pen tip (or similar), push in the
holes as indicated on the control box as shown. Refer to the Battery
Care information page.
Additional Emergency MANUAL Lowering
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In the case of emergency and above doesn’t work, use the manual
lowering as shown over the page, following the arrows on the
actuator.