User Guide
LF1031-INS-LAB-RevD12 
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LF1041 only: charging the battery
The battery used on the LF1041 has an audible alarm that sounds when the battery charge has 
been depleted by 50%. Charge the battery as soon as possible upon hearing this alarm.
There is also a light on the hand control pendant that illuminates when it is time to recharge the 
battery.
Info: This patient lift uses a lead acid battery. To prolong the life of the battery, charge the 
battery fully for 24 hours before initial use. To increase the longevity of the battery, keep the 
battery fully charged when not in use. Subsequent battery charging time is approximately 
four hours.
  WARNING: After the alarm sounds, there could still be sufcient battery power left 
to lift a patient. Be aware that a lifted patient cannot be lowered when the battery is 
discharged. Refer to the Emergency Procedures section that follows for discharged 
battery operation.
Charging the battery with lift-mounted battery charger: With control box, battery charger, and 
battery assembled, insert the power cord plug into a standard 110V receptacle. A green light 
signifying power and a yellow light signifying that the battery is charging will illuminate on the 
battery charger. When the battery is fully charged, the yellow light will shut off. Unplug the power 
cord from the receptacle and replace it on the power cord hook.
Info: The patient lift will not operate during lift-mounted battery charging.
The LF1041 lift is now ready for use.
Charging the battery with wall-mounted battery charger: Remove the battery from its bracket 
on the patient lift by placing your hand on top of the battery, curling your ngers behind the 
battery, and pulling up on the metal handle. Pull the battery up and toward you to remove. Place 
the battery on top of the wall-mounted battery charger. A green light signifying power and a yellow 
light signifying that the battery is charging will illuminate on the battery charger. When the battery 
is fully charged, the yellow light will shut off. When battery charging is complete, place the battery 
back on the patient lift. Ensure the battery tabs are fully engaged with the bracket.
The LF1041 lift is now ready for use.
LF1041 only: control box power switch 
(emergency stop button)
In order to use the lift, the control box power switch must be turned 
ON. To turn the control box power switch ON, turn the red switch 
button clockwise, it will pop out to the ON position.
To turn the control box power switch OFF, hit it rmly with the palm 
of your hand; the switch will lock in the depressed position, stopping 
all motor function.
To prolong the life of the battery, turn the control box power switch 
OFF when the lift is not in use.
power
switch
control box power switch










