Charging the Battery with battery charger
1. Lift UP on the handle on the back of the battery.
2. Lift the battery up and away from the control box.
3. Place the battery on the battery charger. Push the top of
the battery against the mounting bracket until there is an
the audible click.
NOTE: The charge LED will illuminate. When charged,
the LED will stop illuminating.
NOTE: It will take approximately four hours to charge
a battery that requires a full charge.
4. Lift UP on the handle on the back of the battery.
5. Lift the battery up and away from the battery charger.
6. Place the battery on the control unit. Push the top of the
battery against the mounting bracket until there is an audible click
CAUTION: Make sure there is an audible click when
mounting battery on the battery charger. Otherwise,
injury or damage may occur.
Fitting the sling
Slings designed for 2- or 4-point spreader bars can be used with this mobile hoist, please refer to
Invacare
's sling brochure for details. For sling compatibility, please see Invacare's bulletin PU001.
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Copies can be obtained by calling Customer Services on 01656 776222.
Note: The size of the sling and the width of the spreader bar should correspond.
1.
Choose the most appropriate sling for the patient. The carer must be trained in the use of
hoists before performing any transfers.
2.
Carefully inspect the hoist and the sling. If defective parts are found, the damaged parts must
be replaced.
3.
Only use slings suited for the hoist and the patient.
4.
Place the patient in the sling as described in the sling manual. Pay special attention to the fact
that the sling is correctly applied.
5.
Lower the jib and mount the straps of the sling. If the patient is in a sitting position, the jib
must be lowered to chest height and the hoist must be moved as close as possible to the
patient.
6.
Make sure that there are no obstructions when raising the jib.
engaged before lifting or lowering.
Caution! Do not lift or lower a patient with the brakes applied. Always let the hoist
find the correct centre of gravity. Make sure that the lifting area is between the legs of
the hoist.
Never operate the hoist when the patient is outside the base and leg area. Always be
careful when lifting or lowering a patient. Never exceed the maximum recommended
lifting capacity.
Handle
Ensure that brakes are not
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Battery
charger
An audible click will be heard
when properly installed
Battery
Control
unit