Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual Portable Patient Lift and Sling DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift. USER: BEFORE using this patient lift, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.
WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS LIFT. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES IN THE SERVICE MANUAL. DEALERS AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL, THE SERVICE MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE) AND THE SEATING SYSTEM’S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE).
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............................................................... 4 LABEL LOCATION ............................................................................ 7 Models 9805 and 9805P............................................................................................................................7 SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 8 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS ......................
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 7—OPERATION ................................................................ 26 Operating the Patient Lift .......................................................................................................................26 Opening the Legs of the Adjustable Base.......................................................................................26 Raising/Lowering Model Hydraulic Lifts.......................................................................
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LABEL LOCATION LABEL LOCATION Models 9805 and 9805P WARNING WEIGHT CAPACITY is 450 lbs. The INVACARE Patient Lift is NOT a transport device. Moving a person suspended in a sling over ANY distance is NOT R E C O M M E N D E D . DO NOT roll casterbase over deep carpet, raised carpet bindings, door frames or any uneven surfaces that may cause the Patient Lift to tip over. DO NOT lock the casters of the Patient Lift when lifting an individual.
SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the following table for definitions of the signal words. SIGNAL WORD DANGER MEANING Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9805 Hydraulic Adjustable Lift 9805P Hydraulic Adjustable Lift - Painted BASE (ONLY): 9884 9884P MAST (ONLY): 9800A N/A BASE WIDTH OPEN: CLOSED: 42¼-inches 22-inches 42¼-inches 22-inches BASE HEIGHT: 6½-inches 6½-inches BASE LENGTH: 46¾-inches 46¾-inches BOOM HEIGHT AT SLING ATTACHMENT: MIN.: MAX.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner’s Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES If the patient lift is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure handgrips do not twist on patient lift handle - otherwise damage or injury may occur. Using the Sling Use an Invacare approved sling that is recommended by the individual’s doctor, nurse or medical assistant for the comfort and safety of the individual being lifted.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Before transferring a patient from a stationary object (wheelchair, commode or bed), slightly raise the patient off the stationary object and check that all sling attachments are secure. If any attachment is not correct, lower the patient and correct the problem, then raise the patient and check again.
SECTION 2—FEATURES SECTION 2—FEATURES Hydraulic Lifts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1. Hydraulic pump suggested operating limit is 450 lbs. Masts are interchangeable with bases. Lock together. Masts can be separated for storage. Operation optimizes lift capabilities. The lift requires less physical effort for raising patient. Offset mast and boom style provides better lift path. It maximizes full travel range. D Pump handle can rotate from side-to-side for convenience of assistant.
SECTION 2—FEATURES Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. Model Nos. 9042, 9043, 9046 and 9047 Slings The one-piece contour sling can be used on heavy or light patients. Slings support the patient from shoulders to the knees.
SECTION 3—HANDLING SECTION 3—HANDLING Shipping and Transportation Instructions NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.1. NOTE: If the patient lift is to be reshipped by common carrier, it should be packed in the same carton. Extra cartons are available from Invacare. Unpacking 1. Check for any obvious damage to the carton or its contents. If damage is evident, notify Carrier/Invacare Dealer. 2. Remove all loose packing from the carton. 3. Carefully remove all the components from the carton.
SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY Assembly of the Patient Lift WARNING Use only Invacare parts in the assembly of this lift. The base legs, the mast, boom, pump assembly and the swivel bar are manufactured to specifications that assure correct alignment of all parts for safe functional operation. CAUTION DO NOT run the lift until it is fully assembled. Follow the assembly instrudctions in the Owner’s Manual for proper assembly of this lift.
SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY 7. Remove the bolt and locknut from the top of the mounting bracket of the mast assembly. 8. Align the holes of the boom assembly and mast assembly mounting bracket. Insert the bolt completely through the holes of the mast assembly mounting bracket and the boom assembly. NOTE: Be sure that the bolt is completely through the holes of the mast assembly mounting bracket and boom assembly, and they are not riding on the shoulder of the bolt.
SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY Base Shifter Handle Assembly NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.3. Base Shifter Handle 1. Insert the base shifter handle into the cam lock assembly at the back of the base. Thumbscrew 2. Align the holes of the shifter handle and cam lock assembly. Cam Lock Assembly 3. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the shifter handle in place. NOTE: This should prevent the base shifter handle from being removed. FIGURE 4.
SECTION 5—ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS SECTION 5—ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS Slings Using Chains, O-rings and D-rings WARNING Invacare slings are designed specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts and made to support the patient during lift and transfer procedures. Slings attach to the lift with either straps or chains (interchangeable). The slings are reinforced at all points of attachment for safety.
SECTION 5—ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS Positioning the Contour Sling NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1. 1. Position the patient in the center of the bed and laying flat on his/her back. 2. Fold the sling in half (length-wise) and place the fabric sections of the sling beside the patient. NOTE: The sling french seams (uneven surface) will be against the bed surface and facing the assistant when folded. The opposite side of the fabric is smooth.
SECTION 5—ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS Positioning the Patient on the Sling NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1 and FIGURE 5.2. NOTE: Use the following method to easily move the patient and avoid strain to yourself. 1. If the patient is to roll to their left-side, then elevate the patient’s right knee until the right foot is flat on the bed (Detail “B” of FIGURE 5.1). NOTE: Invacare recommends that two assistants (one on each side of the bed) be used when positioning the patient in a sling. 2.
SECTION 5—ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS DETAIL “A” - POSITIONING DETAIL “B” - ROLLING PATIENT TO SIDE Patient Centered in Sling DETAIL “C” - ROLLING PATIENT BACK FIGURE 5.
SECTION 6—ATTACHING SLING HARDWARE SECTION 6—ATTACHING SLING HARDWARE Attaching the Sling Hardware The hardware used with the one-piece contour sling includes four metal support bars. The hardware inserts into the pockets at the edge of the fabric. The pocket that will hold the metal bar has an opening in the center. The pocket is sewn closed on one end and has an open-end with a strap on the other. NOTE: When the slings are laundered, remove the four metal support bars.
SECTION 6—ATTACHING SLING HARDWARE DETAIL “A” DETAIL “B” Strap Over Metal Support Bar Metal Support Bars with Openings for Chains or Straps DETAIL “C” FIGURE 6.1 Inserting the Four Metal Support Bars into the Sling Attaching the Chains or Adjustable Straps to the Sling CAUTION When using either the chains or straps to connect the sling to the patient lift, the shortest of the two sections of the chains or straps MUST be attached to the back section of the sling.
SECTION 6—ATTACHING SLING HARDWARE WARNING When changing to different lengths, DO NOT disconnect the O-rings of the chains from the swivel bar. Position both the O-rings and additional chain link onto the hooks of the swivel bar. NOTE: The straps can be simply adjusted to achieve the same effect. 4. With the sling positioned under the patient, and the metal support bars in place, you are now ready to move the lift into position to attach the sling hardware to the swivel bar.
SECTION 7—OPERATION SECTION 7—OPERATION Operating the Patient Lift Opening the Legs of the Adjustable Base WARNING The operation of the patient lift is an easy and safe procedure. DO NOT attempt any transfer without approval of the patient’s physician, nurse or medical assistant.
SECTION 7—OPERATION DETAIL “A” Base Closed Base Open Shifter Handle Shifter Handle Locked DETAIL “B” Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 FIGURE 7.1 Operating the Patient Lift - Opening the Legs of the Adjustable Base Raising/Lowering Model Hydraulic Lifts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2 on page 28. There are two controls on the pump assembly: 1. The control valve 2.
SECTION 7—OPERATION Lowering the Lift The control handle MUST be in the open position (control valve positioned away from pump handle) to lower the boom and the patient. The rate of descent can be controlled by varying the amount that the control valve is opened. NOTE: A safety gate is part of the hydraulic system that maintains a SLOW constant descent of the boom regardless of how far the control valve is opened. Pump Handle Pump Handle Closed Control Valve Open FIGURE 7.
SECTION 8—LIFTING THE PATIENT SECTION 8—LIFTING THE PATIENT WARNING Before lifting or transferring the patient, the base legs MUST be locked in the open position for optimum stability and safety. Refer to General Guidelines on page 10 before proceeding further and observe all WARNINGS indicated. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.1, FIGURE 8.2, FIGURE 8.3, and FIGURE 8.4. 1. Using the steering handle, push the patient lift underneath the bed. 2.
SECTION 8—LIFTING THE PATIENT FIGURE 8.2 Lifting the Patient WARNING When elevated a few inches off the surface of the bed and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware is properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal support bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or D-rings to the swivel bar hooks. If any attachments are NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto the bed and correct this problem.
SECTION 8—LIFTING THE PATIENT 7. Using the steering handles, move the patient lift away from the bed. 8. When moving the patient lift away from the bed, turn patient so that he/she faces assistant operating the patient lift (FIGURE 8.4). 9. Turn crank handle counterclockwise (manual) or open control valve (hydraulic) lowering patient so that his feet rest on or over the base of the lift, straddling the mast. Close control valve.
SECTION 9—BATHROOM SECTION 9—BATHROOM Transferring Patient for Use of Commode Chair or Standard Commode Transferring to a Commode Chair WARNING When elevated a few inches off the surface of the commode chair or standard commode and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or D-rings to the swivel bar hooks.
SECTION 9—BATHROOM DETAIL “A” - GUIDING THE PATIENT DETAIL “B” - LOWERING THE PATIENT Commode Commode FIGURE 9.1 Transferring to a Commode Chair Transferring to a Standard Commode NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.1. NOTE: The patient MUST be transferred to a wheelchair and transported to the bathroom facilities before using the patient lift again to position the patient on a standard commode. 1. Move the patient from the bed to the wheelchair.
SECTION 9—BATHROOM Bathing WARNING When elevated a few inches off the surface of the bed and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal support bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or D-rings to the swivel bar hooks. If any attachments are NOT properly in place, lower the patient completely to correct this problem.
SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING Transferring to a Wheelchair WARNING When elevated a few inches off the seating surface of the wheelchair and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware and straps are properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal support bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or Drings to the swivel bar hooks.
SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING DETAIL “A” LOCKING REAR WHEELS Wheel Lock DETAIL “B” GUIDING THE PATIENT Back Seat Sling Handle (hidden from view) DETAIL “C” SETTING THE PATIENT Sling Side FIGURE 10.
SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING Transferring to a Car WARNING When elevated a few inches off the seating surface of the wheelchair and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal support bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or D-rings to the swivel bar hooks. If any attachments are not properly in place, lower the patient completely to correct this problem.
SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING 9. If necessary, remove the mast, boom and pump assembly from the base and transport them in the car. NOTE: If the lift and wheelchair are both packed in the trunk of the car, care should be taken not to damage the spokes of the wheelchair on the steering handles of the lift.
SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING Transferring from a Car to a Wheelchair WARNING When elevated a few inches off the seat of the car and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal support bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or D-rings to the swivel bar hooks. If any attachments are NOT properly in place, lower the patient completely to correct this problem.
SECTION 10—TRANSFERRING DETAIL “A” ATTACHING THE CHAINS Sling Chain DETAIL “B” REMOVING THE PATIENT FROM THE CAR First Asssitant Patient Lift Second Assistant FIGURE 10.
SECTION 11—CARE AND MAINTENANCE SECTION 11—CARE AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Follow the maintenance procedures described in this manual to keep your patient lift in continuous service. The Invacare Patient Lift is designed to provide a maximum of safe, efficient and satisfactory service with minimum care and maintenance. All parts of the Invacare Lift are made of the best grades of steel, but metal to metal contact will wear after considerable use.
SECTION 11—CARE AND MAINTENANCE Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe all excess lubricant from lift surface. 1. Swivel Bar at Mounting Bracket 2. Boom Mounting Bracket 3. Boom to Mast Mount 4. Mast Mounting Bracket 5. Base to Mast Mount 6. Rear Casters 7. Front Casters Wear and Damage It is important to inspect all stressed parts, such as slings, spreader bar and any pivot for slings for signs of cracking, fraying, deformation or deterioration.
SECTION 11—CARE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Safety Inspection Checklist ITEM INITIALLY CASTER BASE Inspect for missing hardware. Lift Base opens/closes with ease. Inspect roll pin to ensure secure base. Inspect casters and axle bolts for tightness. Inspect casters for smooth swivel and roll. Apply a light grease to caster ball bearings.
LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
