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1. On the ceiling lift cassette data labels you will find the following information See figure 3 Serial number label Model name and number MAXI SKY 440 LEXXXXX e Approvals CAN CSA C 22 2 No 601 1 UL No 2601 1 ISO 10535 e Charge maximum load 200 kg 440 Ibs e Duty cycle Max 10 Max 6min hour e Rating 24 VDC 10 A Max e Serial number e Manufacturing date Type BF Applied part protection against electric shock in accordance with EN 60601 1 double insulated Read the operating instructions before use CE This symbol is required to be displayed on regulated products for sale in the European Market It indicates that the product complies with applicable European Directive for Medical Devices 6 Canadian Standards Association approval SWL Safe Working Load represents the maximum load the ceiling lifter is rated for to ensure safe operation Environmental danger Not for disposal To be recycled in accordance with the European Directive 2002 96 EG WEEE Approval label e CE marking in accordance with the Directive 93 42 EEC The Medical Device Directive and classified to class 1 e The lift has been safety tested according to IEC 60601 1 ISO 10535 CAN CSA C 22 No 601 1 e The lift has been EMC tested and fullfils all requirements according to IEC 60601 1 2 ARJO is not aware of any reciprocal electro magnetic interference between Maxi Sky 4 and other ele2. cracking or damage Inspect the hook at the top of the strap to ensure that it is properly attached e Before each use make sure all end stoppers are in place and tightened Inspection and cleaning Clean the Maxi Sky with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of solvent that may damage the finish WARNING Do not immerse lift in water To ensure a better rolling surface for the trolley wheels clean the inside of the track every 4 months To do so insert a damp cloth in the opening and slide it from one end of the track to the other WARNING Always reinstall the rail end stopper if it has been removed after servicing Care and Maintenance Strap Inspection If the strap is damaged or shows signs of wear the accceptable load on the strap before rupture can drop rapidly and present a danger for the patient or caregiver ARJO recommends thoroughly inspection of the straps every 2 months as follows 1 Completely unwind the strap 2 Look for any signs of wear See figure 25 Loose threads in stitched area Noticeable discoloration by having a lighter color strap than the double thickness stitched area Side wear Middle wear Figure 25 WARNING If there is any sign of wear as indicated here or other visual defects the strap should be changed immediately By continuing to use the lift without changing the strap th
3. 00001 USA UL 402 00002 Japan 402 00003 CE Europe 402 00004 Australia 402 00005 UK H K S OO 3 Product No 000 08000 KWIKTRAK TROLLEY Product No 700 10650 SWIVEL ADAPTOR Product No 700 10950 EMERGENCY TOOL Product No 005 16500 KWIKTRAK RAIL STOPPER Product No 700 11005 C hrs VR ARM EXTENSION Product No 24 in 61 cm 700 08310 36 in 91 cm 700 08320 ADJUSTABLE STRAP EXTENSION Product No A3710 RACK DEMO KWIKTRAK Product No 700 09010 HAND CONTROL Product No 700 13600 33 2 buttons TRAVEL HAND BAG Product No 002 08150 Figure 27
4. Figure 16 25 How to use the Maxi Sky Transferring the resident Install the resident into the sling according to the Use of Slings included in this manual Unwind the strap Press the DOWN button on the hand control while holding a tension on the strap with the other hand Note there must be tension on the strap for the lift to function Attach the carabiner to the trolley and then move the lift over the resident Lower the lift below the chin and unfold supports before attaching the sling straps this will avoid facial contact caused by movement of the lift Note for a resident in a prone position lower the lift near the chest unfold supports then install the straps For sling attachments refer to the Use of Slings section in this manual NOTE The back of the sling has sewn handles to allow better positioning for the caregiver and enhancing resident safety To install a sling unfold the support on each side of the lift then insert the strap loop on the support and pull gently the strap The clip support will lower then slide the strap The strap will be trapped inside the support and the clip will automatically block the entrance See figure 17 Do not attempt to transfer a resident if the flap is not blocking the support entrance WARNING BEFORE LIFTING THE RESIDENT 1 Make sure that all straps are attached to the supports 2 Make sure the resident is comfortable 3 Make sure the
5. lift or the resident To do so follow every steps of this procedure Bring the Maxi Sky at the end of the rail WARNING The track must be installed by ARJO authorized personnel and in accordance with local codes All tracks are closed with end stoppers or are connected to other closed track component Before use make sure all end stoppers are in place and tightened 2 Bring the trolley at the end of the rail where the lift will be transferred 3 Measure the distance L between the two trolleys See figure 5 4 Toadjust correctly the strap length use two times the distance measured between the trolleys See figure 6 NOTE Before attempting any transfer make sure that the rails are e Face to face See figure 7 e parallel with a 45 angle See A and B figure 8 21 oO L 2x the distance between the trolleys Figure 5 Figure 6 View from the top Figure 7 Figure 8 How to use the Maxi Sky 22 WARNING Do not attempt to use the Pass Through Hook in any X Y rails Here are some examples of rail path where a transfer with the Pass Through Hook MUST NOT BE DONE See figure 9 Any suspended rail with lateral brackets are forbidden If any of the diagrams above represents your current installation DO NOT USE the Pass Through Hook
6. of years is made clear in the table in figure 1 The red indicator on the ceiling lift will blink for a while when it is halfway to its useful life and again to indicate the end of the useful life period The operating life of this equipment corresponds directly to the safe operating time period before a complete overhaul is required Age of the cassette frequency of use number of beds transfers per day resident weight and maintenance frequency are factors that have an impact on the Maxi Sky 4 lifespan A transfer is defined as the displacement of a resident from one point to another A transfer cycle includes a lifting and a descent action Transfers per day Years 10 000 transfers 7 4 5 3 5 Figure 1 The expected operational life for fabric slings and fabric stretchers is approximately 2 years from date of purchase This life expectancy only applies if the slings and stretchers have been cleaned maintained and inspected in accordance with the ARJO Sling Information documents the Operating and Product Care Instructions and the Preventive Maintenance Schedule The expected life for other consumable products such as batteries fuses lamps slings straps and cords is dependent upon the care and usage of the equipment concerned Consumables must be maintained in accordance with published Operating and Product Care Instructions and the Preventive Maintenance Schedule Equipment identificat
7. on the resident weight and the batteries condition NOTE To prolong the batteries life plug the charger to the lift whenever the lift is not in use Do not worry the batteries will not overcharge The manufacturer uses sealed lead acid batteries Contrary to nickel cadmium the batteries do not have any memory effect Therefore batteries should not be completely drained before recharge How to use the Maxi Sky Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 19 How to use the Maxi Sky CAUTION Do not drain batteries excessively This will dramatically reduce the batteries life span If the low battery buzzer sounds be sure to recharge the batteries as soon as possible Charging the batteries Plug the charger into a wall socket compatible with universal voltage input from 90 Vac to 240 Vac See figure 4 Check to make sure the green light on the charger is illuminated This indicates that the charger is on Plug the charger DC connector to Maxi Sy o DC inlet The charger indicator light turns yellow while the battery is charging When batteries are fully charged the charging indicator light will turn off The unit is ready to use If the battery is low it will take approximately 2 hours for a full charge NOTE Connect the charger to the lift when the lift is not in use At minimum charge the batteries until the light is yellow before using the lift again This will extend t
8. sling is not caught on any obstruction wheelchair brake or arm of chair If any of the above occurs lower the resi dent immediately and correct the problem If none of the warnings above occurs lift the resident slightly by pressing the UP button on the hand control 26 NOTE Only slings with loops may be used with the Maxi Sky 440 Slings with clips do not fit this system Lift the unit until the resident s buttock clears the arms supports of the wheelchair the top of the bath or the bed before moving the resident Guide the legs past any obstacles When the resident is located above the desired point of transfer and ready to be lowered press the DOWN button NOTE Sewn handles are provided on the back of sling to allow better positioning for the care giver when transferring safely the resident on a wheelchair Be sure to lock the casters of the wheelchair Once the resident is properly seated loosen the straps and remove the sling from the lift CAUTION Hold the lift with one hand at all times when near a resident Slide the lift away from the resident Unhook the lift from the trolley and use the hand control to shorten the strap You can now remove the sling from around the resident CAUTION When you transfer a resident be sure to be assisted with another caregiver Use of Slings Procedures for attaching loop slings to the Maxi Sky 440 folding sling supports WARNING The Ma
9. ARJO MAXI SKY OPERATING AND PRODUCT CARE INSTRUCTIONS 001 16000 33 EN rev 5 September 2008 Table of Contents TN ODUCHON nes ee Dieu tee ets 6 Foreword Sois th 6 Please read this manual thoroughly 6 Service and SUpport x y asad sie eee E 6 Supplier information 6 How to use this manual 7 Symbols used in this manual 7 Key to symbols 7 MONT E Let SHE Dd a a tte ap Fan 8 Operational life AERE E RR LAG ERE 8 Equipment identification 8 Verifying the package contents 8 Sarery InsteucHoliss 28 in A eee 9 General sirenas eanan imaa Ta ead be td eq ues 9 Important safety 10 Shock prevention cr E M e ERE E 10 Fire and explosion prevention 11 Human and environment safety practices 11 Battery and battery charger safety practices 11 Equipment warning labels 11 the Pts Sein Chae Gare eset es 12 Serial number et Oe a gel Od ag er T3 Approval label ss te die Et RE YA sete eves 13 Labels on the Ba
10. If the light does not illuminate when there are batteries in do the following steps 1 Make sure that the power cord is correctly plugged into the charger in the wall and charging indicator green light is on 2 Make sure the charger connector is properly connected to unit 3 Check the power of the outlet 4 Ifthe yellow or green light of the charger do not light up contact your local dealer or representa tive for assistance 37 Sling Inspection and Care For maximum patient safety and hygiene read the following instructions Inspection A WARNING The slings should be checked before and after using it for each patient and if neces sary washed according to instructions on the sling This is especially important when using the same equipment for another patient to minimise the risk of cross infec tion Also refer to s ing instruction sheet MAX 01510 INT NOTE With regard to laundering slings should not be classified as linen but as an accessory to a patient transfer lifter and therefore classi fied as a medical device Slings should be cleaned and disinfected only in strict accor dance with the manufacturers instructions Before washing the slings that have head support pockets always remove the plastic reinforcement inserts Always refit the inserts before re using the sling Mechanical pressure should be avoided during the washing and drying procedure e g rolling or pressing as these can damage par
11. al To ensure safe operation read the entire manual carefully especially the section on Safety Instructions and Warnings before installing operating or servicing this equipment If anything is not completely understood please contact your local ARJO representative for more details Failure to comply with warnings in this manual may result in injury Keep this manual with the lift and refer to it as required Make sure that all operators are regularly trained in the use of the equipment according to this manual Symbols used in this manual Throughout this manual the following symbols are used Pay particular attention to the information provided under these headings These special annotations are easily recognized as follows WARNING This symbol is intended to alert the user to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in serious injuries Failure to understand and obey this warning may result in injury to you or to others NOTE This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions which could prevent product damage or possible personal injury This is important information for the correct use of this system or equipment CAUTION This symbol offers helpful information concerning certain operating procedures Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to all or parts of the system Additional copies of this manual can be p
12. any time by pressing the red mushroom shaped emergency button under the lift The button is reset by a half turn clockwise in the direction of the arrows First time users should practice the shut off manoeuvre before operating the lift with a resident See figure 1 Emergency lowering The Maxi Sky is equipped with a special safety feature that allows the lift to be lowered even if the electrical system does not operate Located on the right side of the lift near the folding sling support the emergency lowering device is activated by the insertion of the special key included with this manual 18 To lower safely a resident follow these steps 1 Press on the Emergency shut off red button under the lift See figure 1 2 Move the lift with the resident over the bed or the wheelchair 3 Remove the plastic cap covering the Emergency lowering entry See figure 2 4 Insert the special key into the opening then turn it clockwise to lower the resident See figure 3 The key rotation turns the motor directly so for each key turn the resident will lower slightly Once the resident is lowered safely on a bed or into a wheelchair remove the key from the lift and call a certified technician to service your Maxi Sky 49 Battery information The batteries included in the Maxi Sky f are 12 VDC 2 3 Ah and rechargeable They provide 10 to 30 transfers per battery charge NOTE The number of transfers may vary depending
13. ar as though it is plugged in Check the connection e after testing all of the above the lift will not operate contact your local dealer or your representative 39 Technical Specifications Product information Maxi Sky LIFT Weight complete Lifting capacity Strap length Lifting speed Noise level Duty cycle BATTERY AND CHARGER UNIT Batteries Battery capacity Battery Charger input Battery Charger output Battery Charger safety protection HAND CONTROL Degree of protection TRANSPORT AND STORAGE Ambient temperature range Relative humidity range Atmospheric pressure range RECYCLING Battery Package The Lift 40 6 35 kg 14 Ibs 200 kg 440 Ibs 2200 mm 88 in 4 3 cm s 1 7 in s 60 5 dB 6 min hr Qty 2 rechargeable 12 VDC 2 3 Ah Provides up to 30 transfers with a load of 80 kg 180 Ibs 90 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 27 29 VDC 27 VA 50 60 Hz Class 2 double insulated IP 44 10 to 50 C 14 F to 122 F 10 to 80 incl condensation 500 hPa to 1060 hPa Sealed lead acid recycleable Wood and cardboard recycleable Separated and recycled according to the European Directive 2002 96 EG WEEE Technical Specifications Figure 26 41 Accessories BATTERIES Product No E6585 CHARGER Product No 700 13510 33 E fomes s eI L A al CHARGER POWER Product No 402
14. bleshooting WARNING Do not attempt to open the Maxi Sky lift Only a certified technician is authorized to open the Maxi Sky lift Alternations made to the Maxi Sky lift by someone other than a certified technician may cause serious injury Problems To check The red light Service is on and flashing e Contact your supplier or your local representative to do maintenance The unit starts and stops repetitively e Ifthe load is over a safe working load the unit will not work due to an overload protection on the motor Batteries are low and need to be charged The lift emits a beep during utilization The unit may stop lifting but can still lower it Batteries are low Recharge them Charger indicator on the lift yellow does not light up when the charger is connected to the lift e Check that the charger is plugged into a standard outlet and that the outlet have power Green light indicator confirms the functionality of the charger The lift does not work when you press the buttons on the hand control e If the emergency stop is activated gently release the emergency button e Check if the buttons on the lift are working If not check the charge on the lift If they are working the problem may come from the hand control e Check if the hand control is plugged in properly into the lift The hand control may be slightly pulled out from its socket and yet appe
15. ctrical products 13 Labels on the Battery amp Battery Charger Battery label GR 3 N PUT 100 240 Vac 00 60 Hz 27 V LTPLIT 27 Vade max MADE 94 CANADA F R ARJO HDJEL 131240 23 AIT TT Battery charger label Figure 4 14 Labels on the Battery amp Battery Charger On the ceiling lift cassette battery label and the battery charger label you will find the following information See figure 4 Battery label Sealed Rechargeable Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery e Constant Voltage Charge e Cycle use 14 1 14 4 V e Standby use 13 5 13 8 V e Initial current Less than 2 00 A e Rating 12 V 2 3 Ah CAUTION Do not short battery terminals Avoid charging in a sealed container Keep away from sparks and flames Keep away from children Wi Approval of plastic materials according to UL No 2601 1 CE This symbol is required to be displayed on regulated products for sale in the European Market It indicates that the product complies with applicable European Directives related to health safety and environment and consumer protection X Pb Environmental danger Not for disposal To be recycled in accordance with the European Directive 2002 96 EG WEEE 15 E Recyclable Battery charger label CE This symbol is required to be displayed on regulated products for sale in the European Market It indicate
16. date 36 Handling and 36 Battery Replacement 37 Verification of Charger Power Source 37 Sling Inspection and 37 l specuoh s soperas iaie men ee e 3 ES dr 37 Table of Contents Annual Inspection a o seth Re eoe pes E X ede Aie 38 Maintenance Requirements 38 TEOUDICSHOOLHTO 126 oo dur boda eine 39 Technical Specifications 40 Product information 40 JACCOSSORIOS ate tu ch Ne dre Sea a ead 42 Introduction Thank you for purchasing ARJO equipment Your Maxi Sky is part of a series of quality products designed especially for acute care hospitals elderly care facilities and other health care use We are dedicated to serving your needs and providing the best products available along with training that will bring your staff maximum benefit from every ARJO product Please contact your local ARJO representative if you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your ARJO equipment Foreword Please read this manual thoroughly Please read this manual in its entirety before using your Maxi Sky f 40 Information in the manual is crucial to the proper operation and maintenance of the equipment and will help protect your product and
17. e Alternations made to the Maxi Sky 40 by someone else than a certified technician may cause serious injury and voids the warranty WARNING The Maxi Sky and accessories must be inspected annually by a certified technician in addition to the daily and other periodic visual checks done by the user specified in this section Preventive maintenance specified in this manual can prevent accidents and reduce repair costs 35 Daily Checklist The following procedures must be followed before each use e Charge the batteries Park the lift on the charger whenever the lift is not in use e Inspect the lift for any damage If the lift casing does not look properly aligned or there are any cracks or other damage on the lift or any parts are missing do not use it Contact your local repre sentative to have the lift serviced If any parts are missing on the lift DO NOT USE IT e Inspect the strap for any visible signs of wear frays loose threads or other damage If there is any evidence of damage do not use it Contact your local representative to have the lift serviced e Inspect the sling for tears frayed straps or loose stitching If the sling has any of the above damage do not use it Contact your local representative to have the sling replaced or repaired Inspect the adjustable extension strap if you have this option for frayed or loose stitches e Inspect the folding sling supports for any signs of
18. e service or repair the lift battery or charger If any unit is malfunctioning contact your local ARJO representative e Read batteries and charger instructions thoroughly before using or storing them Safety Instructions Fire and explosion prevention WARNING Do not place or store the battery under direct sunlight or near a heat source Do not expose the batteries or battery charger to flames Do not use the charger in presence of inflammable anaesthetic gases e Do not short circuit the battery terminals e Do not incinerate the battery Human and environment safety practices e Should the battery casing crack and cause con tents to come in contact with skin or clothing rinse immediately with water If contents come in contact with the eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention e Inhalation of the contents can cause respiratory irritation Sensitivity of nickel can cause allergic asthma Provide fresh air and medical attention e For recycling and disposal of the batteries the rules according to the WEEE directive Waste of Electronic and Electrical Components and local rules and regulations must be followed If not they may explode leak and cause personal injury When returning batteries insulate their terminals with adhesive tape etc otherwise the residual electricity in used batteries may cause fire or explosion Figure 2 below shows the symbols for disposal and
19. e safety of the caregiver or patient is greatly compro mised 36 NOTE The manufacturer recommends changing the strap at least every two years By countinuing to use the lift without changing the strap the safety of the caregiver or patient is greatly compromised Handling and Storage Avoid violent impact during transportation The lift should not remain stored for long periods of time without recharging the batteries NOTE ARJO recommends charging of batteries at least every two weeks even if the lift is not used This will prevent premature ageing of batteries Care and Maintenance Battery Replacement ARJO uses sealed lead acid batteries Contrary to nickel cadmium ARJO 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 notice the Maxi Sky lift beeping and a red light flashing see the instructions in Troubleshooting to ensure it is a problem with the battery To replace a battery contact your local dealer or representative CAUTION Do not attempt to use a battery not autho rized by ARJO ARJO batteries are specially designed for ARJO charging systems Attempting to use an unathorized battery may seriously dam age the lift and or the charger Verification of Charger Power Source
20. ensure that the equipment performs to your satisfaction Lifting and transferring a person always present a potential risk Some of the information in this manual is important for your safety and must be read and understood to help prevent possible injury ARJO strongly advise and warn that only ARJO designed parts which are designed for the purpose should be used on equipment and other appliances supplied by ARJO to avoid injuries attributable to the use of inadequate parts Unauthorized modifications on any ARJO equipment may affect its safety ARJO will not be held responsible for any accidents incidents or lack of performance that occur as a result of any unauthorized modification to its products Tested according to standards by T V Product Service and 4 p C US Service and support A service routine has to be done on your Maxi Sky 4 by ARJO authorized service personnel to ensure the safety and operating procedures of your product See chapter Care and Maintenance If you require further information please contact your local ARJO representative which can offer comprehensive support and service program to maximize the long term safety reliability and value of the product Contact your local ARJO representative for replacement parts Your service representative stocks the parts you will need Introduction How to use this manual WARNING Do not attempt to use this equipment without understanding this manu
21. er hook of the Maxi Sky 440 See figure 19 Method 2 With the sling correctly positioned around the resident pass each leg section of the sling under both thighs of the resident then attach each leg loop points B to the outer hook opposite side on the Maxi Sky folding sling supports See figure 20 Method 3 With the sling correctly positioned around the resident slide the left hand leg section of the sling under the resident s left thigh and the right hand leg section under the resident s right thigh then attach each leg loop points B to the same side hook on the maxi Sky 440 folding sling supports See figure 21 This particular method holds the residents legs in abduction and is useful for toiletting 28 Use of Slings METHOD 1 METHOD 2 Figure 19 Figure 20 METHOD 3 Figure 21 29 Use of Slings To lift a resident from a bed If the resident cannot attain a sitting position then roll the resident toward you fold the sling in half length wise and place it along the resident s back Position the sling so that when rolled back the resident will lie in the middle of the sling Align the bottom of the sling with the resident s coccyx See figure 22 When the resident is lying in the correct position on the sling carefully flex the resident s legs and bring the sling leg pieces under the thighs ready to attach the complete sling to the Maxi Sky 440 If the resident can sit easily the sli
22. feature Failure to comply to these warnings could result in serious injury or damage to the product 5 Hook the adjustable strap on the second trolley See figure 10 6 Press the DOWN button on your hand control until the lift is halfway between the rail and the ground 7 Unfold the Pass Through Handle and hook safely the adjustable strap on it See figure 11 8 Press the DOWN button on your hand control This will pull slowly the unit and the resident under your second point of transfer Do not stop until the lift has completely transferred under the trolley on the other rail Be sure that your adjustable strap is completely tightened before finalizing the transfer See figure 12 How to use the Maxi Sky P GY 7 Parallel 45 angle Perpendicular Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 23 How to use the Maxi Sky 24 Unhook the lift from the first trolley and hook it to the second trolley When the transfer is complete press the UP button on the hand control until the resident is in a comfortable height See figure 13 2 Unhook the adjustable strap and fold back the Pass Through Hook then you can move the resi dent through the second unit See figure 14 Raising and lowering the resident The hand control can be used to operate the lift while at the same time the care
23. giver moves to a position where he she can be with the resident continuously See figure 15 To raise the resident Touch the UP button on the hand control Keep your finger on the button until the resident is at the desired height release finger pressure and the unit stops Auxiliary UP and DOWN buttons are located in front of the lift These controls serve two functions e secondary controls in the event the hand control stops functioning or e if two attendants are involved in the transfer one can use the auxiliary controls while the other moves into a position where they are with the resident continuously To lower the resident Touch the DOWN button on the hand control Keep your finger on the button until the resident is at the desired height release finger pressure and the unit stops Folding sling supports The Maxi Sky lift is set up with folding sling supports that optimize the resident comfort when unfold and optimize its storage space when fold See figure 16 The folding sling supports are resistant and safe Now it is easy and safe to fix the sling straps to the supports You just put your strap on the security flap and pull it to insert it on the closed hook The safety flaps will prevent the strap to come out and endanger your resident See figure 17 How to use the Maxi Sky Figure 14 Figure 15 EF d y x I
24. he lift Do not attempt to lift more than the weight limit indicated WARNING Always place the sling around the resident according to the instructions enclosed Failure to do so may result in injury to you or to others CAUTION DO NOT drop the ceiling lift cassette or batteries since that may cause internal damage that is not easily seen If the ceiling lift is suspected to be damaged contact your local ARJO representative for servicing Safety Instructions Important safety advices Always ensure that e The ceiling lift is installed by an authorized contractor or installer e The equipment is used by trained staff e Installation is conformed to accept a 200 kg 440 Ibs load this will be done by the ARJO installation team e The resident is assessed by qualified professional before attempting to move the resident e You are prepared before attempting to transfer resident e Violent impact during transportation is avoided e The sling is intended to be used for this lift and can take the weight of the resident e The sling is not damaged torn or frayed e The lifting procedures outlined in this manual are followed e All controls and safety features are used only according to the rules specified in this manual Never attempt to force a control or button on the lift e charger is not stored in a shower bath or other areas with high humidity safety straps are in good co
25. he life of the batteries When you need the lift again pull out the charger plug from it The power cord can remain plugged into the wall indefinitely convenient for overnight charging The charger can either be installed on the wall or be free If you install it on the wall the back of the charger is designed to be clipped on screws head The lift can be charged for an extended period of time without damaging either the charger or the batteries 20 NOTE If the green indicator light does not go on when you plug the charger into an electrical outlet see the Troubleshooting section included in this manual WARNING Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or if the units housing has been damaged Do not forcibly bend the power cord or place a heavy object on it This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or an electrical shock Do not attempt to use a battery not authorized by the manufacturer The Maxi Sky and its charging system use specially designed batteries by the manufacturer Using unauthorized batteries may seriously damage the lift or the charger The lift should not remain stored for long period of time without charging the batteries Figure 4 How to use the Maxi Sk Pass Through Hook The Pass Through Hook feature is an ergonomic handle serving to transport the lift and a practical way to transfer a resident from one rail to the other without removing the
26. he sling is detached from the Maxi Sky 440 folding sling supports Before transporting a resident Turn the resident to face the direction of travel and keep at a normal chair height this gives confidence and dignity WARNING Ensure any obstructions are removed from the intended route of travel 32 Figure 24 Care and Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Schedule The equipment is subjected to wear and tear and the following maintenance instructions must be performed when specified to ensure that the equipment remains within its original manufacturing specification Care and Maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with the Preventive Maintenance Schedule below Customer obligations shall be carried out by qualified personnel following the instructions in this manual WARNING Safety related maintenance must be carried out by qualified personnel fully trained in servicing by ARJO using correct tools and knowledge of procedures Failure to meet these requirements could result in personal injuries and or unsafe equipment Action check Initially Before Every 2 Every 4 Every year Every 2 every use months months years Customer obligations Lift device Inspect for missing hardware or X X X broken panel Inspect strap for wear X X Inspect if Pass Through Hook has any damage seems loose or notice cracks Recharging batteries X Inspect the folding sling sup ports on the strap of the lif
27. ion The unit s identification number specification model serial number appears on a silver nameplate attached at the end of the lift Verifying the package contents Always ensure that the ceiling lift shall be installed by an ARJO authorized contractor or installer Upon receipt of the equipment verify it against the packing list to ensure it is complete and inspect the equipment for possible damage due to shipping If there is any damage notify the carrier immediately to file a claim Provide complete information concerning damage claims or shipping errors to your local ARJO representative Include all equipment identification numbers and group part numbers if any as described above along with a full description of damaged parts Safety Instructions The equipment must be used in accordance with these Safety Instructions Anyone using the equipment must also have read and understood the instructions in this manual If there is anything you are not sure about contact your local ARJO representative General Keep these Safety Instructions with the ceiling lift at all times Read Operation and Product Care Instructions in this manual before installing operating or servicing this equipment WARNING Maxi Sky is for transferring residents only Do not use the lift for any other purpose WARNING Maxi Sky is intended to be used for residents within the specified weight limit indicated for t
28. ndition and properly fastened e The daily maintenance is carried out before using the lift e Any precautionary or instruction labels that cannot be easily read is replaced e The humidity when storing the Maxi Sk when not in use not exceeds 80 at 20 68 F e ambient temperature range when storing Maxi Sky should be 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 10 NOTE ARJO ceiling lifts are specifically designed for ARJO KwikTrak ceiling rail systems slings and accessories If slings of any other manufacturer for some reason are used always make sure these slings are CE marked and are attended by the manufac turer of the sling to be used on the Maxi Sky CAUTION Keep all components of the lift clean and dry and have electrical and mechanical safety checkpoints done as instructed in the Care and Maintenance section of this manual Shock prevention e Do not touch or use a lift with bare conductors or a damaged power cord Electrically live equipment can result in serious injuries If the lift or charger has any exposed or damaged wires contact your local ARJO representative immedi ately Do not splash or expose electric parts of the device to water or moisture e Check nameplate for voltage and cycle require ments These requirements differ by country Do not attempt to use the lift in an area that has a different voltage and cycle requirement e Do not attempt to expos
29. ng can be positioned the same way as if the resident was seated in a chair i e by easing the resident forward if necessary slide the sling down the resident s back until seam C see figure 18 reaches the base of the spine Take attachment points B and pass the leg sections of the sling underneath the residents thighs as appropriate to the method of lifting see previous Methods ensure the sling sections are not twisted underneath the resident Attachment of the sling to the Maxi Sky 440 can be done using any of the methods described previously depending on suitability To lift a resident from a chair Lower the Maxi Sky 440 until you can easily attach the loops of the sling use your hand to stabilise it taking care not to allow the bar to touch the resident NOTE The design of the Maxi Sky 440 and sling allows one person to perform the lift WARNING This patient lift should never be used by a patient on their own Once the sling has been positioned and attached securely to the Maxi Sky 440 as described in any of the methods 1 to 3 lifting can be carried out using the hand control 30 Avoid lifting the resident higher than the eyes of the attendant to lessen the impression of height to confused residents WARNING Important Always hold the Maxi Sky 440 until at least a couple of loops are attached to the Maxi Sky 440 to prevent it from striking the resident See figure 23 Before removing the l
30. oops from the hooks hold on to the Maxi Sky 440 with your hand so the Maxi Sky 440 will not strike the resident Sling attachment to folding sling supports Chose the colour of the position that is best suited for the patient For a larger patient choose blue for both the leg and shoulder straps A smaller patient may be better suited for the black loops on both the shoulder and leg straps The loop colour coding on BHM slings is used for patient positioning not patient size sling app guide has a good positioning graphic Use of Slings Figure 22 Figure 23 31 Use of Slings To lift a resident from the floor Some attendants prefer to use a larger sling for this operation Raise and support the resident into a sitting or half sitting position See figure 24 Slide the sling down the resident s back as described previously bring the leg sections of the sling into position and under the residents thighs Lower the Maxi Sky 440 taking care not to contact the resident until the Maxi Sky 440 is low enough to attach the sling shoulder loops Flex up the residents knees to connect the leg pieces of the sling WARNING Check that the sling attachment loops are securely positioned within the folding sling supports hooks See figure 17 Before lifting the resident and that the loops remain that way as the resident is gradually lifted When the resident has been returned to the bed he she maybe reclined before t
31. recycling Figure 2 11 Battery and battery charger safety practices WARNING Do not expose the battery connector or the battery charger to water The charger is designed for dry areas only and for normal air humidity conditions e Be careful not to drop the battery e Use only the charger supplied with the equipment e Do not charge batteries in unventilated room areas e The charger must not be covered or exposed to dust e Do not short circuit the battery e Do not crush puncture open dismantle or other wise mechanically interfere with the batteries e Donotstore batteries at a temperature higher than 50 C 122 F Equipment warning labels e Carefully read the labels on the battery and fol low the instructions e Inspect all precautionary labels on the equipment Order and replace all labels that cannot be easily read Labels on the Lift ARIG LOGO STICKER MAKI SKY STICKER PME 272 FRONT BOTTOM Maxi Sky SERIAL NUMBER LABEL PLACE FOR ARIO ADDRESS PER COUNTRY MADE BY BHM MEDICAL INC FOR ARJO MODEL MAXISKY 440 S W L MAGOG AB ESLOV SWEDEN BATTERY UNIT SERIE LEXXXXX QC CANADA 200KG 440LBS DUTY CYCLE amp RATING 6 min hour 10 CSA No 601 1 UL No 2601 1 IEC 60601 SN LE240501011 LR 1 n C 24VDC 10A MAX DATE JUN 2005 1445 R X CE gt SERIAL NUMBER LABEL EXAMPLE 12 Labels on the Lift
32. s that the product complies with applicable European Directives related to health safety and environment and consumer protection Canadian Standards Association approval El Insulation class II CAUTION Read the operating instructions before use Input 100 240 Vac 50 60 Hz 27 VA Output 27 29 Vdc 1 0 A max Part Designation Lift cassette and charger station Emergency key Pass Through Hook Carabiner Hand control pocket Hand control DC inlet charger Charger DOS Ar gt Front Panel with UP DOWN button Power cord 1 5 m 16 Part designation Figure 5 17 How to use the Maxi Sky WARNING Always read the Safety Instructions before using the Maxi Sky NOTE Always carry out the daily checklist before each lift use Operating the Maxi sey is simple and requires little instructions By using the lift an operator is able to raise transefer and lower the resident safely CAUTION The Maxi Sky should not be used in conjunction with any resident slings other than the Ergofit slings that are especially designed for the system The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for improper use employing any other sling NOTE Instructions provided here are described from the operator s point of view i e when positioned in front of the lift and ready to transport the resident Emergency shut off The operator can shut off the electrical power at
33. t for X damage or cracks Inspect wheels in rail for dam age rust or cracks Replace if X damaged Clean the rail and the clip on X charging station contacts Overall inspection by autho X rized personnel Sling and hardware Check all sling attachments for X sign of wear Inspect sling material for wear X or deterioration Inspect sling straps for wear X Inspect for any defects or loose X threads in the stiched areas Cleaning sling as indicated on When necessary the tag Verify emergency stop cord X Verify emergency lowering X device WARNING Before each use make sure all end stoppers are in place and tightened 33 Care and Maintenance NOTE If the product does not work as intended immediately contact your local ARJO representative for support A WARNING Authorized service should be carried out by a certified technician Action check Initially Before Every 2 Every 4 Every year Every 2 every use months months years Authorized Service Replace strap X Inspect the welding aspect on X the frame to detect cracks Inspect transmission X Inspect connecting joints for X proper attachment Verify that the emergency brake X on the drum is turning freely Verify emergency devices for X good functioning Load test with SWL maximum X working capacity 34 Care and Maintenance WARNING Always carry out the daily checklist before each lift us
34. ts vital to the safe and comfortable operation of the sling The stretcher cross straps and suspension straps should be checked and if necessary washed Washing and drying temperatures must not exceed 80 C 176 F Wash using normal detergents do not iron also refer to Sling Instruction sheet MAX 01510 INT It is essential that the sling attachment cords the slings their straps and attachment clips are carefully inspected before each and every use If the slings cords or straps are frayed or the clips damaged the sling or attachment cord should be withdrawn from use immediately and replaced Care and Maintenance 38 Annual Inspection The Maxi Sky and its accessories must be inspected annually by a certified technician WARNING The Maxi Sky and accessories must be serviced every 12 months as a minimum requirement Do not attempt to do the inspection unless you are certified to do so As a part of the annual inspection an annual load test with the safe working load must be performed on the Maxi Sky as required for CE Mark Maintenance Maintenance Requirements The Maxi Sky is equipped with an electronic monitor This red light will flash when maintenance inspection is necessary to ensure the durability of the unit and the security of the patient and user Once this red light begins to flash please contact your local representative in order to perform the necessary maintenance inspection Trou
35. ttery amp Battery Charger 14 Battery label es Mas ae de poe ard ee ened A ele 15 Battery charger 1 15 Table of Contents Part Deste natiOl s 16 Lift cassette and charger station s sm wade ves ale 16 How to use the Maxi Sky 9 OPTION 18 Emerseney sh t off oua a e reu el nee Led PIE Pu 18 Emergency lowering 18 Battery information 18 Charging the batteries 20 Pass Through Te nat dates ohooh te 21 Raising and lowering the resident 24 Folding sling supports 24 Transferring the resident 26 Procedures for attaching loop slings to the Maxi Sky 440 folding sling supports 27 To lift a resident from a 30 To lift a resident from a chair 30 To lift a resident from the floor 32 Before transporting a resident 32 Car and Wigintenance s oae oai ei e ea es 33 Preventive Maintenance Schedule 33 Daily Checklist Un ARR Ro tou 35 Inspection and cleaning 35 Strap Inspectii iq en vue Ye x E e
36. urchased from your local ARJO representative Include the User Manual product number and equipment identification number see front page Key to symbols 440 The following symbol is used on the Maxi Sky ceiling lift cassette T The symbol indicates the Service indicator light The following symbols are used on the charger T indicator light The symbol indicates the power on The symbol indicates the charging indicator light B Introduction Intended use The Maxi Sky is intended for lifting residents at acute care hospitals elderly care facilities and other health care facilities under the supervision of appropriate trained caregiver staff in accordance with the instructions outlined in this Operating and Product Care Instructions All other uses must be avoided The equipment must only be used for the purposes stated above and must be installed by ARJO authorized personnel and in accordance with local codes Operational life WARNING The manufacturer cannot ensure full safety for a ceiling lift or an accessory of which the lifespan is exceeded The equipment is conceived and tested for a useful life of 10 000 transfers 3 to 7 years whatever comes first subject to preventative maintenance as specified in the Operating and Product Care Instructions the Assembly and Installation Instructions and the Spare Part Instructions Time equivalence between number of transfers number
37. xi Sky 440 see figure 16 has folding slings support hooks for use only with slings equipped with loops When attaching a loop sling to the Maxi Sky sling supports always ensure the sling attachment loops are positioned correctly into the retaining hooks as shown in the inset in figure 17 WARNING Do not use slings equipped with clips on the Maxi Sky 440 portable lift these require spreader bars that are fitted with attachment lugs The Maxi Sky 440 has 2 hooks Always use these 2 hooks to attach both the shoulder and leg strap sling loops The specific sling loops chosen determine the position of the resident Different combinations of loops can be used to allow the resident to be lifted and transported in positions ranging from semi reclined to seated Once the loop sling has been fitted around the resident there are three methods of applying the loop sling with each of the 3 methods described it is necessary to first connect each shoulder loop points A of the sling to the same side hook on the Maxi Sky 440 folding sling supports See figure 18 27 SAFE STRAP INSTALLATION Figure 17 B Figure 18 Use of Slings Method 1 With the sling correctly positioned around the resident slide the left hand leg section of the sling under the resident s left thigh and the right hand leg section under the resident s right thigh attach each leg loop points B of the sling to the opposite side out
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