User Manual - Joerns Healthcare
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1. 6 Lower the lift to approximately below the patient s chin level before beginning to attach the sling straps this is to avoid the unit from making contact with the patient s face due to the movement of the lift For a patient in a lying position lower the lift near the thorax and then install the straps 7 Attach the straps of the sling as described in the sling s documentation WARNING Before lifting the patient 1 Make sure that all straps are attached to the lift s supports 2 Make sure the patient s arms are safely out of the way 3 Make sure the sling is not caught on any obstructions wheelchair brake or arm of chair etc If any of the above occurs lower the patient immediately and correct the problem 8 Lift the patient slightly by pressing the UP control button 9 Lift until the patient s buttock clears all obstacles in the transfer path chair arm supports for example before moving the patient Guide the legs past any obstacle 10 When the patient is located above the desired point of transfer and ready to be lowered press the down button WARNING A patient should never be left unattended during a transfer In the unlikely event of a failure of the device the caregiver must be ready to react 11 Use the handles on the back of the sling to position the patient when transferring into a chair Hold the handles firmly as the sling lowers and the sling will tilt back to2. Ji Do not iron Operating Temperature Range The product must be put in service and used as per these safety instructions Anyone using the product must also have read and understood this manual If there is anything you are not sure about contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent Safety Instructions General Instructions Keep these safety instructions with the Voyager Portable lift at all times CAUTION The Voyager Portable is for transferring patients only Do not use the lift for any other purpose WARNING Always place the sling around the patient as per the instructions enclosed Failure to do so may result in injuries to you or to others CAUTION Do not drop the lift since it may cause internal damage that is not easily seen If you suspect any damages to the lift contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent for servicing NOTE Joerns Healthcare lifts are designed for ArjoHuntleigh Easytrack rail systems Joerns Healthcare slings and accessories Safe Working Load The Voyager Portable has been designed with a lifting capacity of 200 kg 440 Ib WARNING The Voyager Portable is intended to be used for patients whose weight is within a specified safe working load Do not attempt to lift more than the lowest weight limit indicated on the following the rail system the maximum load label on the lift on the accessories on the sling Surcharge of any of t
3. 1 1 17 1 17 2 34 10 3 69 3 69 7 38 100 11 67 11 67 23 34 For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above the recommended separation distance d in metres m can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts W according to the transmitter manufacturer NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures objects and people 29 001 08075 04 rev 11 ArjoHuntleigh AB Hans Michelsensgatan 10 211 20 Malm SWEDEN
4. area The charger must not be covered or exposed to dust The charger is designed for dry areas only and for normal air humidity conditions WARNING The Voyager Portable is not intended to be operated by children Serious injuries could occur NOTE Rigorous cleaning actions should be done when the Voyager Portable is exposed to an animal Pet hair trapped inside the device through the strap opening can reduce the product performance 001 08075 04 rev 11 Parts Designation Voyager Portable Lift and Charging Station 1 Emergency lowering key Support 9 Battery 3 4 Carabiner DOWN button 11 Charger 2 UP button 10 Emergency stop Battery eject button Hand Control unit Charging Station Parts Designation Hand Control The Voyager Portable s hand control is used to operate the lift Each function is described in Fig 2 The up and down buttons raise or lower the lift 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 How to Use the Voyager Portable WARNING All rails must be closed with end stoppers or connected to other closed rail components Before use make sure all end stoppers are in place and secured A wrong installation of these items might lead to a patient fall and to injuries WARNING The lift must never be operated by the patient In the unlikely case of a failure the patient might get stuck in the unit Before Approaching the Pa
5. of 80 kg 176 Ib Degree of protection Hand Control IPX7 Degree of protection Voyager Portable IPXO Keep dry Lift protection class shock prevention Internally powered equipment Battery Charger input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 50 VA Battery Charger output 24 VDC 1 A 24 VA Battery Charger safety protection Ambient temperature range Class 2 double insulated 45 C to 40 C 441 F to 104 F Relative humidity range 1596 to 9396 non condensing Atmospheric pressure range Ambient temperature range 700 hPa to 1060 hPa max 2000 m 25 C to 70 C 13 F to 158 F Relative humidity range 9496 non condensing Atmospheric pressure range 500 hPa to 1060 hPa WARNING This product is not suitable in the presence of flammable anaesthetic mixtures with air or oxygen or with nitrous oxide Using the Voyager Portable in this environment might lead to an explosion The lift might create some spark internally and ignite the gas Battery Sealed lead acid rechargeable recyclable Package Cardboard recyclable The lift 24 Separated and recycled as per the European Directive 2002 96 EG WEEE Lift Dimensions C 90 mm Technical Specifications jr 140mm 180 mm o 335 mm 13 27 imm J 285 mm 11 25 A 404 mn 15 9 444 mni 17 5 385 mm 15 1 1956 mm 77 i
6. the UP or DOWN buttons on both sides of the lift Isthebatterv charged and correctly installed Ensure the batterv is inserted into the lift with the metal contact points inside the lift Place the batterv into the charger and check the light on the charger If the yellow light keeps flashing leave the battery in the charger for approximately 2 hours e Is the quick release knob completely to the left locked position If not the lift will not operate Tighten the tension on the strap to help move the quick release knob e Is there tension on the strap The anti crush feature will prevent the lift from working if there is no tension If all of the previous points have been checked without success you probably have a motor or electrical problem You need to call your Joerns Healthcare agent The unit starts and stops repetitively e Ifthe load is more than safe working load the unit will not work due to an overload protection on the motor Has the lift been making a beeping sound The battery is low and needs to be charged The unit emits a beep during use The unit may stop lifting but you can still lower it Battery is low Recharge it Battery is always dead after only a few transfers 3 to 5 Replace battery with a new one the life of the current one is probably nearly over See Battery Information in the Care and Maintenance section The light on the charger shows a solid yel
7. utet e 8 Human and Environmental Safety Practices san 9 Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices 22 9 Homecare Environment Considerations nanna 9 Parts Designation rrr PEE 10 Voyager Portable Lift and Charging Station nar 10 and GOTO sacs d a Ma E Lc NE em A Dee CE ud 11 How to Use the Voyager Portable 1llseeeeeeee eese iier eeeeeei e eeee nennen nhan ne neant nean 12 Before Approaching the Patel e pterea ir dhs sean TA a Sede p uS e d a ud 12 Transferring the Patlehb sea uctor dm ex sede a erede eu 13 Emergency EOWOTFlFg aai dort ter e oed educ A E ia E E Coen quia Toad dei bata 14 Embsrgenoy BFak8 xc e a e VR CEN AIME tea cutus a E 14 Batt ry Informati n e e X 14 CHANGING ihe Battery M T 15 Care and Malntenafice e be a corte A ecce 16 Preventive Maintenance Schedule ii iss do rt e m o e Uie Sees esee PU d otn bie euis 16 User isse 16 Inspections by an Authorized Service Technician nanna 17 Cleaning We Bj rm 18 Daily Checklists Bias ehe tete e e stessi Selten d 19 i ji zjeji arias PM PH PA ead a He 19 Handling ANA patei o tr 19 Battery Replacements RPM PM IP 19 Verification of the Charger s Power Source ran 20 Sling Inspactioriarnd Care oda rae ee eei bi ron e Bn bte teen Sortes
8. without recharging the battery NOTE Even if the lift is not used Joerns Healthcare recommends charging the battery at least every two weeks This will prevent premature aging of battery If you store or ship the Voyager Portable ensure that the power is turned off push the battery eject button beforehand Battery Replacement Replace the battery when there is a noticeable reduction in the number of transfers that can be performed between charges If you hear the Voyager Portable lift beeping see the instructions in the Troubleshooting section of this manual to determine if there is a problem with the battery For battery replacement local Joerns Healthcare agent contact your CAUTION Do not attempt to use a battery that was not supplied by Joerns Healthcare The battery has been specially designed for Joerns Healthcare charging systems Attempting to use an unauthorized battery may seriously damage the lift and or the charger 19 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Care and Maintenance Verification of the Charger s Power Source If the light does not illuminate when the battery is correctly installed in the Voyager Portable charger try the following 1 Make sure that the charger is correctly plugged into the AC outlet and that the green light is on 2 Make sure that the battery is properly inserted in the charger 3 Check the power of the AC outlet on the wall 4 If
9. 2235 mm 88 Fig 12 25 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Compliance The Voyager Portable has been tested for compliance with current regulatory standards regarding its capacity to block EMI electromagnetic interference from external sources Nonetheless some procedures can help reduce electromagnetic interferences Use only Joerns Healthcare cables and spare parts to avoid increased emissions or decreased immunity which can compromise the correct functioning of the equipment Ensure that other devices in patient monitoring and or life support areas comply to accepted emissions standards Maximize the distance between electro medical devices High powered devices may produce EMI that can affect the ceiling lift Refer to separation distance table further on in this document For more information on how to manage the unit s RF electromagnetic environment please consult the AMI TIR 18 1997 Guidance on Electromagnetic Compatibility of Medical Devices for Clinical Biomedical Engineers Electromagnetic Emissions Guidance and Manufacturer s Declaration The Voyager Portable is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment indicated below The customer or the user of the Voyager Portable should assure that it is used in such an environment Electromagnetic Emissions For all Equipment and Systems Emissions test Compl
10. Mene a din a reda 20 Annual Inspection x ates 20 UK PROQUIATION TR M 20 Troubleshnootfig siue en CI od Seen ond i e orba Sa eek ede 21 Labels on the Liftin rraian t epo Pais Pvt npo Rd ec inna aa qi Ea Cor DR Fa nex Ua Fel an 23 Technical SpecliflGatlors n tete ini rete eet eanan Enas ten eret Iu AE ese SEa SASER mr cE 24 Lift DIMENSI NS oe Tm 25 Electromagnetic Gompatlbilily iii i ce 12e ttre aeuo decere ed eiie rude enb ec detec 26 Electromagnetic Compliance c odo tdeo oes op Ge E debes aite diet Ended desde si queden CE medo ee 26 Electromagrielc EITIISSIOTS en eode to ete ea nen etim tenta dude a idLof 26 Electromagnetic dmirijiet e he feta gae Rance a drea ades 27 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 General Information Thank you for choosing the Voyager Portable lift from Joerns Healthcare Your Voyager Portable is part of a series of quality products designed specially for home care nursing homes and other health care uses 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 Joerns Healthcare product Please read this manual thoroughly Contact us if you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your Joerns Healthcare product Foreword Please read this manual in its entirety It contains crucial information
11. Voyager Portable Instructions for Use IMPORTANT Read these instructions before installing operating or servicing this product DO NOT DESTROY KEEP ENCLOSED KEY AND MANUAL oe rn S WITH THE LIFT AT ALL TIMES 001 08075 04 rev 11 February 2014 Design Policy and Copyright and are trademarks belonging to the ArjoHuntleigh group of companies O ArjoHuntleigh 2014 As our policv is one of continuous improvement we reserve the right to modifv designs without prior notice The content of this publication mav not be copied either whole or in part without the consent of ArjoHuntleigh Table of Contents General Inforniatlon ii d areas ese dee ode ses re sedis 4 FORE WONG e PM 4 XVI ier ju Er LT E CCo TN 4 Service and SUPPO i cM rM 4 Manufacturer InformallOTE i i al 5 Distributor Information e a rates aaa halen Mond as aanlebsia doug 5 Definitions Used in this Manuals diit e Erro qe n UR EPI oic ese et ln ce teet ad eus 5 Intended USE cH 5 Sec Cam C a 5 Product identification PR 5 How ose this Mariual iac e eee E oa E miedo etn Dr ios I tege teen 5 Symbols U set d i 6 Safety uli pee 7 General Instructions s ioc o odes eti teer AR eto pes Sedes bx iibes Tad as EEEn T Safe Workiri u Odette US 7 Important Safety Directions se iii i a L 8 duse duris M em 8 Fire and Explosion Prevention i ila A
12. autions to prevent these WARNING This product contains small parts such as caps see Fig 6 that might present a severe danger to children if swallowed or inhaled CAUTION Keep all components of the lift clean and dry CAUTION Excessive exposure of the hand control to water or other liquid could cause malfunction of the device Shock Prevention Donottouch 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 Joerns Healthcare agent immediately Donotsplash or expose the device to water or moisture e Check nameplate for input voltage and frequency requirements These ones differ by country Do not attempt to use the liftin an area that has a different voltage and frequency requirement Read battery and charger instructions thoroughly before using or storing them Fire and Explosion Prevention Do not place or store the battery under direct sunlight or near a heat source Do not expose the batteries to flames They might open causing a chemical leak Do not use the charger in the presence of flammable anaesthetic gases The charger might generate a spark which could cause an implosion Do not short circuit the battery terminals Safety Instructions Homecare Environment Considerations Human and Environmental Safety Practices Should t
13. cable 1 kV for input Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital j output lines j IEC 61000 4 4 lines p environment Surge Mains power quality should 1 kV differential mode be that of a typical 2 kV for input output NoLappi ahie commercial or hospital IEC 61000 4 5 environment lt 5 UT gt 95 dip in UT for 0 5 cycle Voltage dips short 40 UT interruptions and voltage variations on power supply input lines IEC 61000 4 11 60 dip in UT for 5 cycles 70 UT 30 dip in UT for 25 cycles lt 5 UT gt 95 dip in UT for 5 sec Not applicable Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment Power frequency 50 60 Hz magnetic field IEC 61000 4 8 3 A m 3 A m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at levels characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercials or hospital environment NOTE UT is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level 27 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Electromagnetic Compatibility continued Guidance and Manufacturer s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity For Equipment and Systems that are Not Life Supporting IEC 60601 Compliance Immunity test test level level Electromagnetic environment guidance Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the Vo
14. d of time without charging the If the battery is fully drained it could take up to 6 battery Batteries should be recharged at hours to recharge least every two weeks to maximize their life span 15 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Care and Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Schedule The product is subjected to wear and tear and the following maintenance instructions must be acted upon when specified to ensure that it remains within its original manufacturing specifications Care and maintenance must be carried out as per the preventive maintenance schedule below Customer obligations must be carried out by qualified personnel as per the instructions in this manual WARNING The maintenance described in the following checklist is the minimum that the manufacturer recommends In some cases more frequent inspections should be carried out Continuing to use this product without conducting regular inspections or when a fault is found will seriously compromise the safety of the user and of the patient Local regulations and standards may be higher than those of the manufacturer A load test is recommended Service and preventive maintenance can be arranged with the manufacturer Preventive maintenance specified in this manual can prevent accidents and reduce repair costs WARNING Safety related maintenance and authorized service must be carried out by qualified personnel fully trained in servicing procedures by Joerns H
15. ealthcare and equipped with correct tools and proper documentation including Parts List and Service Manual Failure to meet these requirements could result in personal injuries and or unsafe product User Inspections BEFORE EVERY 2 EVERY 4 EVERY 2 Action Check INITIALLY EVERY USE MONTHS MONTHS YEARS INSPECT FOR MISSING HARDWARE OR BROKEN ENCLOSURE INSPECT STRAP FOR WEAR RECHARGING BATTERY INSPECT THE SLING SUPPORTS ON THE LIFT FOR DAMAGE OR CRACKS INSPECT WHEELS IN RAIL FOR DAMAGE RUST OR CRACKS REPLACE IF DAMAGED CLEAN THE RAIL OVERALL INSPECTION BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL INSPECT CARABINER FOR DAMAGE OR CRACKS VERIFY EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON VERIFY EMERGENCY LOWERING DEVICE 16 Care and Maintenance BEFORE EVERY 2 EVERY 4 EVERY USEI MONTHS MONTHS Action Check INITIALLY CHECK ALL SLING ATTACHMENTS FOR SIGN OF WEAR INSPECT SLING MATERIAL FOR WEAR OR DETERIORATION INSPECT SLING STRAPS FOR WEAR INSPECT FOR ANY DEFECTS OR LOOSE THREADS IN THE STITCHED AREAS CLEANING SLING AS INDICATED ON THE TAG WHEN NECESSARY Inspections by an Authorized Service Technician BEFORE EVERY 2 EVERY 4 EVERY 2 Action Check INITIALLY EVERY USE MONTHS MONTHS YEARS Replace strap Inspect the welding aspect on the frame to detect cracks Inspect transmission Inspect connectin
16. eration storage and storage time Make sure to have a replacement battery ready when needed Have the facility department keep one in stock The battery included in the Voyager Portable is 24 VDC 2 0 Ah and rechargeable It provides 10 to 30 transfers per battery charge How to Use the Voyager Portable NOTE To prolong battery life place the battery in the charger whenever the lift is not in use If the low battery indicator beeps be sure to recharge the battery as soon as possible Charge the battery until the charging indicator light is a solid yellow before using the lift again This will extend the life of the battery NOTE Joerns Healthcare uses sealed lead acid batteries These batteries are not affected by any memory effect Therefore batteries should not be completely drained before recharging Charging the Battery WARNING Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged Do not bend the power cord by force or place a heavy object on it This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock NOTE Whenever possible leave the battery in the charger when the lift is not in use At a minimum charge the battery until the charging light turns solid yellow before using again This will extend the life of the CAUTION Only use chargers that are We battery specified by Joerns Healthcare to recharge the batteries When the lift is needed again pu
17. for the proper use and maintenance of the Voyager Portable It will help protect your product as well as ensure that it performs to your satisfaction Lifting and transferring a person always present a potential risk Informations in this manual are safety related and must be read and understood to help prevent injuries WARNING Injuries can be attributed to the use of inadequate parts Use only parts designated by Joerns Healthcare on your Voyager Portable WARNING Unauthorized changes on any Joerns Healthcare product may affect its safety Joerns Healthcare will not be held responsible for any accidents incidents or deficiencies of performance that occur as a result of any unauthorized changes to its products Tested as per standards by c Us Suitabilitv The Vovager Portable range of lifts are suitable for the following categories of lift within the working parameters of the lifts specified in the technical specifications Category A Wheelchair Category B Bed Category C Bath Category D Toilet shower chair Category E Floor Category F 90 degree rotation The Voyager Portable series are suitable for patients in the sitting sitting recumbent and recumbent positions Service and Support A service routine must be done on your Voyager Portable by Joerns Healthcare trained service staff This will ensure the product remains safe and functional See Care and Maintenance section Please contact your l
18. g joints for proper attachment Verify that the emergency brake on the drum is turning freely Verify emergency devices for good functioning Load test with SWL maximum working capacity NOTE If the product does not work as intended immediately contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent for support WARNING Always reinstall the rail end stoppers if removed after servicing WARNING Make sure the trolley is compatible with the stoppers and rail system 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Lift NOTE It is recommended to clean the lift and its accessories between each patient use Removing visible residues 1 Use a cloth soaked with water 2 Remove visible residues from the lift and its accessories sling handset strap from top to bottom Cleaning 1 To clean the Voyager Portable and its accessories spray cleaning fluid on the product and use a brush to remove any deposits 2 Use a clean damped cloth with clear water to wipe off all spots of cleaning fluids 3 If cleaning fluid cannot be removed on some hard to access parts spray water on the affected part and wipe off with disposable towels cloth Repeat until all of the cleaning fluid has been removed 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 as necessary 5 Let the parts dry NOTE Pay special attention to areas pointed in These are most likely to enclose germs Use a
19. have the sling replaced or repaired Inspect the carabiner at the top of the strap to ensure that it is properly attached WARNING Before each use make sure all end stoppers on the rail are in place and secured NOTE The lift cassette and the sling should be cleaned between use of different patients WARNING Do not splash drench or immerse the unit in water Strap Inspection If the strap is damaged or shows signs of wear or discolouration the acceptable load on the strap before rupture can drop rapidly and present a danger for the patient or caregiver Joerns Healthcare recommends a thorough inspection of the straps every two months as follows 1 Completely unwind the strap 2 Look for any signs of wear or discolouration see Fig 10 Care and Maintenance Loose threads in stitched areas Noticeable discoloration strap color is lighter than color in the stitched area Edge wear fraying Middle wear Fig 10 WARNING The strap must be changed if it shows any sign of wear as indicated above or any other visual defects The manufacturer recommends changing the strap at least every 2 years or every 2850 cycles which ever comes first By continuing to use the lift without changing a damaged strap the safety of the caregiver or patient is greatly compromised Handling and Storage Avoid violent impacts while transporting the lift The lift should not remain stored for long periods of time
20. he battery press the eject button on the front of the Voyager Portable while gently tapping the lift to help jolt the battery out of the lift ONCE THE BATTERY IS REMOVED DISCARD BATTERY AND REPLACE If you cannot remove the battery after trying the above contact your local agent for assistance Labels on the Lift 001 08075 04 rev 11 Technical Specifications Weight complete 5 45 kg 12 Ib Lifting capacity Strap length 200 kg 440 Ib 2200 mm 88 in Lifting speed 4 3 cm s 1 7 in s Operating force of control Duty cycle 5N Max 10 6 min hr max 1 min continuous Rating 24 VDC 10 A max Noise level for either raising or lowering with or without load 70 dBA max Medical equipment Type BF protection against electrical shock as per IEC 60601 1 The Voyager Portable is compliant with CAN CSA C22 2 No 601 1 SUP1 AM2 UL 60601 1 CAN CSA C22 2 No 60601 1 08 ANSI AAMI ES60601 1 2005 and tested as per ISO 10535 WARNING Wireless communications equipment such as wireless home network devices mobile phones cordless telephones and their base stations walkie talkies etc can affect the Voyager Portable and should be kept at least 2 3 m away from it Cables from potentially strong sources of electromagnetic fields should not be placed near the unit Battery Qty 1 x rechargeable 24 VDC 2 0 Ah Battery capacity Provides up to 30 transfers with a load
21. he battery casing crack and cause contents to come in contact with skin or clothing rinse immediately with plenty of water If contents come in contact with the eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention Inhalation of the contents can cause respiratory irritation Provide fresh air and medical attention For recycling and disposal of the batteries the rules as per the WEEE directive Waste of Electronic and Electrical Equipment as well as local laws and regulations must be followed If not they may explode leak and cause personal injury When returning batteries insulate their terminals with adhesive tape Otherwise the residual electricity in used batteries may cause fire or explosion Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices Only use batteries designed for use with the device If unsure do not use the battery Make sure it belongs to the device by comparing the battery label with the technical specifications in the Instructions for Use lf battery type cannot be confirmed call your Joerns Healthcare agent Do not expose the battery or chargers to flames To avoid bodily injury do not crush puncture open dismantle or otherwise mechanically interfere with the battery Stop using the battery if any damage or deformation is noted Be careful not to drop the battery Only use the charger that has been supplied with the product Do not charge the battery in an unventilated
22. hese elements may lead to a patient fall and to injuries 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Safety Instructions Important Safety Directions Always ensure that The lift is installed by an authorized Joerns Healthcare contractor or installer The product is used by trained caregivers WARNING Before attempting a transfer a clinical assessment of the patient s suitability for transfer should be carried out by a qualified health professional A transfer conducted when it should not can degrade the patient s health condition e Special consideration is taken when transferring a patient who is connected to electrodes catheters or other medical devices e Violent impact during transfers is avoided The sling is not damaged torn or frayed and the straps are in good condition and properly fastened The lifting steps found in this manual are followed All controls and safety features are used only as per the rules specified in this manual Never attempt to force a control or button on the lift The charger is not stored in a shower bath or other areas with high humidity Any precautionary or instruction labels are read and those that cannot be easily read are replaced The daily maintenance is carried out before using the lift WARNING Joerns Healthcare warns of possible strangulation risks related to the lifting strap and hand control cable and advises to take necessary prec
23. iance Electromagnetic environment guidance The Voyager Portable uses RF energy only for its internal RF emissions Groun 1 function Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are CISPR 11 p not likelv to cause anv interference in nearbv electronic equipment RF emissions CISPR 11 easg Harmonic The Voyager Portable is suitable for use in all emissions Not applicable establishments including domestic establishments and IEC 61000 3 2 those directly connected to the public low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic fluct e k pest uctuations flicker emissions Not applicable IEC 61000 3 3 26 Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Immunity Guidance and Manufacturer s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity For all Equipment and Systems The Voyager Portable is intended for use in electromagnetic environment specified below The customer or the user of the Voyager Portable should assure that it is used in such an environment Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment Guidance Electrostatic discharge ESD IEC 61000 4 2 6 kV contact 8 kV air 6 kV contact 8 kV air Floors should be wood concrete or ceramic tile If floors are covered with synthetic material the relative humidity should be at least 30 Electrical fast transient burst 2 kV for power supply lines 1 kV for input output Not appli
24. important information regarding the correct use of the product General Information Intended Use The Voyager Portable is designed for lifting patients in a homecare setting at nursing homes and other assisted living centres Patient transfer must be done under the supervision of trained caregivers as per the instructions therein The product must only be used for the purposes stated above It must be installed by Joerns Healthcare authorized personnel as per local codes Operational Life The equipment is designed and tested to support at minimum a useful life of seven 7 years or 10 000 transfers whichever comes first It is subject to preventive maintenance as specified in the Care and Maintenance section in this manual The expected life for consumable products such as batteries fuses straps and cords is dependent upon the care and usage of the product concerned Consumables must be maintained in accordance with published Instructions for Use and the Preventive Maintenance Schedule Product Identification The lifts identification number specification model serial number appears on a Silver nameplate affixed on the back of the casing How to Use this Manual WARNING Do not attempt to use this product without fully understanding the information contained in this manual A misuse of this unit may lead to a patient fall and to injuries Keep this manual with the lift and refer to it as needed Make
25. ll the battery out of the charger and gently slide it back into the The steps for recharging the battery are as Voyager Portable lift The metal contacts should follows be inside the lift 1 Eject the battery from the lift unit by pressing The chargers power cord can remain plugged on the battery eject button into the wall indefinitely convenient for overnight recharging NOTE To avoid dropping the battery keep The battery can be left in the charger for an your hand near the battery opening when extended period of time without damaging either pressing on the battery eject button the charger or the battery If the green light does not go on when the charger is plugged into an electrical outlet see the Troubleshooting section 2 Check to make sure that the green light on the charger is illuminated Insert the battery into the charger ensuring that the metal contact points on the battery touch the charger s CAUTION Do not attempt to use a battery contacts not authorized by the manufacturer The The charging indicator light yellow will flash Voyager dip ano NS charging gie while the battery is charging When the battery is use specialy designed batteries Using fully charged the charging indicator light will unauthorized batteries may seriously become solid damage the lift or the charger If the battery is low it will take approximately two hours for a full charge CAUTION The lift should not remain stored for long perio
26. low when the battery is inserted yet the lift will only do one or two transfers Battery has either been dropped or damaged in some other way Replace the battery The charger s green light is not illuminated Is the charger plugged into a standard outlet Try plugging the charger into another outlet to see if it will work If the green light will still not illuminate contact your local agent 21 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 Troubleshooting PROBLEM When battery is inserted into the charger the yellow light does not flash or illuminate solid VERIFV Check the orientation of the batterv The contact points should be inside the charger If the yellow charge light will still not illuminate contact your local agent The battery does not slide into the lift Check if there is any damage to the battery that would interfere in the lift battery s slot IF THERE IS DAMAGE DO NOT USE THE BATTERY Try to slide in another battery to see if there is any damage in the lift battery s slot If so call your Joerns Healthcare agent If not discard the damaged battery Cannot remove battery from the lift 22 See How to Use the Voyager Portable section under Charging the Battery on how to correctly remove the battery If the battery will not come out of the lift tilt the lift to the side so that the battery opening is under the lift With your hand guarding the opening for t
27. ocal Joerns Healthcare agent for any of the following more information report an unexpected event or lack of performance helpin setting up using or maintaining your Voyager Portable replacement parts The agent can offer support and service programs to maximize the long term safety reliability and value of the product Additional copies of this manual can be purchased from your local Joerns Healthcare agent When ordering include the nstructions for Use product number 001 08075 04 rev 11 Manufacturer Information This product has been manufactured by ArjoHuntleigh AB Hans Michelsensgatan 10 211 20 Malm SWEDEN 46 0 10 335 45 00 B 1446 0 413 138 76 G www ArjoHuntleigh com Distributor Information UK Information Joerns Healthcare Ltd Drakes Broughton Business Park Worcester Road Drakes Broughton Pershore Worcestershire WR10 2AG United Kingdom Customer Care 7 444 0 844 811 1158 vii InNfo joerns co uk www joerns co uk US Information Joerns Healthcare Ltd 2100 Design Road Suite 100 Arlington TX 76014 USA 800 826 0270 amp 800 457 8827 vi info joerns com www joerns com Definitions Used in this Manual Means Failure to understand and follow these instructions may result in injury to yourself and others CAUTION Means Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the product NOTE Means This is
28. owering feature is to be used only in case of emergency 4 Once the patient is lowered safely on a bed or into a wheelchair remove the key from the lift and call a qualified technician to service your Voyager Portable Emergency Brake The emergency brake is an additional safety feature that automatically prevents the patient from falling in the unlikely event of a transmission or motor failure WARNING After an incident has occurred and the brake was deployed never attempt to unlock the brake or press the UP button This may disengage the brake and make the patient fall The emergency lowering device cannot be used WARNING Never use a lift with the emergency brake deployed Use other product to lower the patient The emergency brake is intended for a single activation and therefore can only be used once Call your Joerns Healthcare agent Service Department to arrange for the unit to be replaced Battery Information For safe handling and to extend the battery lifetime please follow and remember these instructions Only use batteries designed and labelled for use with the device When not sure do not use the battery Make sure the battery belongs to the device by comparing the battery label with the technical specifications in this manuel If battery type cannot be confirmed call your Joerns Healthcare agent Battery life depends on many factors frequency of use frequency of charging temperature of op
29. position the patient 12 Once the patient is properly seated and the straps are loose remove the sling from the lift 13 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 How to Use the Voyager Portable 13 Slide the lift away from the patient 14 Unhook the lift from the trolley E in the rail and use the quick Sg release to wind up the strap To do so 1 push the knob sideways and 2 hold the strap while it winds itself into the lift CAUTION When using the quick release hold the strap in your hand and release the knob only when the strap is not in motion This will prevent wear of the internal components 15 Remove the sling from around the patient Emergency Lowering The Voyager Portable has a 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 sling support the emergency lowering device is activated by the insertion of the special key included with this manual To lower safely a patient follow these steps as illustrated in Fig 7 1 Find the rubber stopper and label on the side of the lift and pull it out Do not discard it 2 Move the patient over a bed or chair 3 Insert the 4 mm Allen key into the opening then turn it clockwise to lower the patient The key rotation turns the motor directly so that for each key turn the patient will lower slightly 14 CAUTION The emergency l
30. smaller brush and or cotton swab to reach them CAUTION Do not drench the product as this could damage electrical components and cause internal corrosion If a hot air dryer is used to dry the lift the temperature must not exceed 80 C 176 F Do not use petroleum based solvents as this may damage plastic parts 18 Voyager Portable s Special Areas to Clean Emergency stop battery eject button Up Down button membrane Hand control back and handle Hand control edge Fig 9 To ensure a better rolling surface for the trolley wheels clean the inside of the rail every 4 months To do so insert a damp cloth in the opening and slide it from one end of the rail to the other Daily Checklist The following procedures must be followed before each use Charge the battery 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 there are parts missing do not use it Contact your Joerns Healthcare agent to have the lift serviced Inspect the strap for any visible signs of wear frays loose threads or other damage see Fig 10 If there is any evidence of damage do not use it Contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent to have the lift serviced 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 Joerns Healthcare agentto
31. sure that all operators are regularly trained in the use of the product as per the information found therein 001 08075 04 rev 11 001 08075 04 rev 11 General Information Symbols Used General Symbols Key to Symbols General Symbols Key to Symbols Points out the date of manufacture and the address of the manufacturer Operating Humidity Range CE Product comply with the medical device directive 93 42 EEC Approved by the Canadian Standards Association af Manufacturer s catalogue number T Keep drv Charger Related Kev to Svmbol Svmbol Manufacturer s serial number Refers to the Instructions for Use Bi Class II electrical equipment term referring to electrical equipment in which protection against electric shock does not relv on basic insulation Separate collection for all batteries and accumulators as per the WEEE Directive only Sling Related Key to Symbols Symbols Risk of pinching SWL represents the maximum load the lifter is rated for safe operation E Maximum washing temperature 80 C 176 F permanent cycle Degree of protection provided by enclosure N Ingress of particles No Ingress of water Be Do not use bleach Direct current fed Do not dry clean N Alternating current jed Tumble drv low temperature Tvpe BF applied part
32. the charger s yellow or green light does not light up contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent for assistance Sling Inspection and Care Refer to documentation included with slings WARNING The slings should be checked before and after use and if necessary washed as per instructions on the sling This is especially important when using the same equipment for another patient This minimizes the risk of cross infection Annual Inspection The Voyager Portable and its accessories must be inspected annually by a qualified technician WARNING The Voyager Portable and accessories must be serviced every 12 months as a minimum requirement Do not attempt to do the inspection unless you are qualified to do so Not servicing the product may lead to patient fall causing injuries UK Regulation Note In the UK the Voyager Portable must be inspected and maintained in compliance with 1998 no 2307 health amp safety lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998 Your dealer will provide you with more information 20 PROBLEM The unit does not work when vou press the UP or DOWN buttons on the hand control Troubleshooting VERIFV Make sure the hand control is plugged correctiv into the unit Use the control switches directly on the unit If they are working it indicates a problem with the hand control vou would then need to change the hand control The unit does not work when vou press
33. tient Attendants should always tell the patient what they are about to do Make sure to have on hand a sling that is of the correct model and of adequate size for transfer with the Voyager Portable Before performing the transfer it is important to evaluate the patients general condition For example an agitated patient will require a more specific type of sling Attachment Methods Once the loop sling has been fitted around the patient it can be configured in three ways With each of the three methods described below it is necessary to first connect each shoulder loop of the sling to both sides of the spreader bar Attachments Points The attachment point designation shown here are only for the purpose of the explanations below Method 1 Cross through Legs closed with crossing straps This method is recommended for most general transfer 12 Method 2 Hammock Bridge legs closed This method can provide a comfortable cradle for amputee patient It is also a useful method for patients with contractures making it difficult to bring a sling strap between the legs WARNING Method 2 might not be suitable for confused combative or erratic patients as they can fall forward and get injured Method 3 Abduction Legs opened with non crossing straps In this method legs are held in abduction which is convenient for toileting and hygiene care WARNING Method 3 might not be suitable for patien
34. ts with no upper body control as they can slide down and almost out of the sling How to Use the Voyager Portable Transferring the Patient 1 Install the sling around the patient 2 Take the battery out of the charger and insert it into the lift Make sure the silver contact points go inside the lift 3 Once the patient sling is installed unwind the strap There are two ways to unwind the strap First you can press the down button while holding tension on the strap with the other hand there must be tension on the strap for the lift to function The other way is to use the quick release 1 Push the knob sideways and 2 pull the strap out of the lift CAUTION Push the knob completely over to ensure that the quick release will work properly The quick release will not work if there is tension on the strap Make sure the strap has some slack in it before attempting to slide the knob over DO NOT force the knob It should slide easily 4 Attach the carabiner to the trolley in the rail Fig 6 5 Move the lift over to the patient Note To help you reach the trolley use the arm extension as follows Insert the round hook into the loop of the arm extension A8300 1 then hook it to the trolley in the track 2 1 Ji 2 WARNING Hold the lift with one hand at all times when near a patient The proximity of the lift near the patient s face may cause the patient some discomfort
35. ured field strength in the location in which the Voyager Portable is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above the Voyager Portable should be observed to verify normal operation If abnormal performance is observed additional measures may be necessary such as reorienting or relocating the Voyager Portable b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz field strengths should be less than 3 V m 28 Electromagnetic Compatibility continued Recommended Separation Distance Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Voyager Portable for Equipment and Systems that are not Life Supporting Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the Voyager Portable The Voyager Portable is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled The customer or the user of the Voyager Portable can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communication equipment transmitters and the Voyager Portable as recommended below according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment Separation distances according to frequency of transmitter m 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz Rated maximum output power of mn T d 2 p d EE fa AG 10 10 0 01 0 12 0 12 0 24 0 1 0 37 0 37 0 74
36. yager Portable including cables than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3 Vrms Recommended separation distance 80 Mhz Mhz d Ea JP 150 KHz to 80 MHz 3 5 gt P 80 MHz to 800 MHz rij d l JP 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz where Pis the maximum output power rating of the transmitter Radiated RF 3 V m 10 V m in watts W according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is IEC 61000 4 3 80 MHz to 80MHzto2 5 the recommended separation distance in meters 2 5 GHz GHz Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters as determined by an electromagnetic site survey a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following symbol gt NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies NOTE 2 Theses guidelines may not apply in all situations Electromagnetic propagation if affected by absorption and reflection from structures objects and people a Field strengths from fixed transmitters such as base stations for radio cellular cordless telephones and land mobile radios amateur radio AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters an electromagnetic site survey should be considered If the meas
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