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BHM Medical Voyager Duo Instructions For Use Manual

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Voyager
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Instructions for Use
001.19520.EN rev.1
December 2009

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  • Page 1 Voyager Instructions for Use 001.19520.EN rev.1 December 2009...
  • Page 2 Printed in Canada BHM Medical Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue any specifications, design, features, model or accessories shown without notice. TM Trade-mark of BHM Medical Inc. All rights reserved. © BHM Medical Inc., 2009 The content of this publication may not be copied either whole or in part without the consent of BHM...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Part Designation ...................... 12 Hand control ....................13 Charger ......................13 Slings......................... 14 How to Use the Voyager Duo.................. 15 Return to Charge (RTC) ................16 Emergency Stop (red cord) ................16 Emergency Lowering ................... 16 Emergency Brake ..................16 Battery Information ..................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Voyager Duo Programming..................21 Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height .............. 22 Enable/Disable Return to Charge (RTC) ............. 23 Care and Maintenance .................... 24 Preventive Maintenance Schedule ..............24 User Inspections ....................24 Inspections by an Authorized Service Technician .......... 25 Daily Checklist ....................

  • Page 5: General Information

    Thank you for purchasing the BHM Voyager Duo ceiling lift. Please read this manual in its entirety before using your Your Voyager Duo is part of a Voyager Duo. The information in this manual is crucial to series quality products...

  • Page 6: Manufacturer Information

    NOTE: complete overhaul is required. Aging of the cassette, frequency of use (transfers per day), the weight of the patient and maintenance frequency are factors that have an impact on the Voyager Duo’s life span. A Means: This important information transfer is defined as the displacement of a patient regarding the correct use of the equipment.

  • Page 7: Equipment Identification

    WARNING: Do not attempt to use this equipment without fully understanding the information contained in this manual. To ensure the safe operation of the Voyager Duo, read the entire manual carefully, especially the “Safety Instructions” section, before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment.

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    General Information Symbols Used Symbols Key to symbols This symbol is accompanied by the name and the address of the authorized representative in the European Community. This symbol is accompanied by a date to indicate the date of manufacture and by the address of the manufacturer. This symbol indicates that the product complies with the medical device directive 93/42/EEC.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    BHM Medical representative servicing. Safe Working Load The Voyager Duo has been designed with two settings with regards to the safe working load: • 100 kg (220 lb): Safe working load adjusted in factory • 200 kg (440 lb): Maximum capacity of the lift...

  • Page 10: Important Safety Directions

    BHM Medical representative immediately. • The spreader bar being used is intended to be used with the Voyager Duo and is capable of • Do not splash or expose electric parts of the bearing the patient’s weight.

  • Page 11: Fire And Explosion Prevention

    Safety Instructions Battery and Battery Fire and Explosion Prevention Charger Safety WARNING: Do not place or store the Practices 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 the presence of flammable WARNING: Do not expose the battery anaesthetic gases.

  • Page 12: Part Designation

    Part Designation Voyager Duo Ceiling Lift and Charger Station Fig. 4 Legend 1) Voyager Duo ceiling lift 10) U button 2) Emergency lowering mechanism 11) D button 3) Allen key 12) Red emergency pull cord 4) Side panel 13) Reset switch plastic insert...

  • Page 13: Hand Control

    Part Designation Charger The following refers to Fig. 4 on previous page: The Voyager Duo units are equipped with a wall- • The yellow charging light flashes while charging adapted charger that can be customized to fit the AC and goes solid when charge is finished.

  • Page 14: Slings

    Slings Compatible Slings Hammock 6 sling Quick Fit sling Hammock sling (THA6-X & THA6I-X) (TIR-X) (THA-X & THAI-X) Hygienic sling Combi sling Walking sling (THY-X) (62600X-X) (TEM-X) Universal Stretcher Repositioning sling Limb sling (A3510) (300.20005) (624500) Fig. 6...

  • Page 15: How To Use The Voyager Duo

    10) Move the ceiling lift away from the patient. 11) When the Voyager Duo is no longer required, WARNING: Hold the ceiling lift spreader return the ceiling lift back to the charging station.

  • Page 16: Return To Charge (Rtc)

    A green light confirms that ceiling lift. If the lift is used above the the Voyager Duo is on and ready for use. amount specified by the duty cycle, a heat detection system will signal the processor...
  • Page 17 How to Use the Voyager Duo Access the emergency lowering Pull red emergency cord system Remove Allen key Turn key counter-clockwise Fig. 8...

  • Page 18: Battery Information

    With a two-way unit, slide the Voyager Duo back to the charger NOTE: BHM Medical uses sealed lead-acid until the contact blades on the lift make contact batteries.
  • Page 19 How to Use the Voyager Duo Fig. 9 Fig. 10 OPERATING THE LIFT Green power light Flashing Low batteries Solid The lift is on and ready to use STATE OF BATTERIES Yellow charging light Flashing In process of charging batteries Solid Charging done;...

  • Page 20: Using The Fido Function (Pre-Programmed Positions)

    Using the FIDO Function Fig. 12 Slings (Pre-Programmed The spreader bar that is attached to the Voyager Duo Positions) determines what slings can be used to transfer a patient. The two-point spreader bar with sling attachment hooks can accommodate any of the BHM Medical loop attachment slings.

  • Page 21: Changing The Speed Of Movement

    Voyager Duo Programming Entering the Programming Mode Speed Adjustment Final Steps To select another feature Moving speed of 10 cm/s Moving speed of 15 cm/s Moving speed of 20 cm/s Exit programming (factory mode default) Moving speed of 25 cm/s Fig.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Spreader Bar Height

    Voyager Duo Programming Spreader Bar Height Entering the Programming Mode Final Steps Adjustment To select another feature Exit programming mode Fig. 14 Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height Turn the ceiling lift off by pulling on the red cord. The green LED will turn off.

  • Page 23: Enable/Disable Return To Charge (Rtc)

    Voyager Duo Programming Entering the Programming Mode Set Return to Charge Option Final Steps To select Return to the another feature last charging station travelled. Disable (factory default) Enable left Exit programming mode Enable right Fig. 15 Enable/Disable Return to Charge (RTC) Turn the ceiling lift off by pulling on the red cord.

  • Page 24: Care And Maintenance

    WARNING: Safety related maintenance and authorized service must be carried out by qualified personnel, fully trained in servicing procedures by BHM Medical, and equipped with correct tools. Failure to meet these requirements could result in personal injuries and/or unsafe equipment.

  • Page 25: Inspections By An Authorized Service Technician

    Care and Maintenance FREQUENCY Every four Every Inspections for lift Every two months or year or Every two cassette and track Before months or 1000 2500 years or system (continued) Initially every use 500 cycles cycles cycles 5000 cycles Clean the rail and the clip-on charging station contacts.
  • Page 26 Make sure that the attachments (ceiling brackets, wall post, wall brackets) have not been displaced. Inspect track end stoppers. Inspect and tighten hardware (if necessary). NOTE: If the product does not work as intended, immediately contact your local BHM Medical representative for support.

  • Page 27: Daily Checklist

    (see “Care and Maintenance” section). To clean the Voyager Duo, wipe it down with a damp cloth using warm water and a disinfectant cleaner. If there is any sign of wear as indicated...

  • Page 28: Handling And Storage

    It is essential that the slings, their straps, loops and attachment clips are carefully inspected before each If you store or ship the Voyager Duo, ensure that the and every use. If the slings, loops or straps are power is turned off (green light) beforehand.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING: Do not attempt to open the Voyager Duo ceiling lift cassette. Only qualified personnel is authorized to open it. Alterations made to the Voyager Duo ceiling lift cassette by someone other than qualified personnel may cause serious injury.
  • Page 30 PROBLEM TO CHECK The yellow light on the unit is • Contact your local BHM Medical representative to have the batteries solid, yet the ceiling lift will only replaced. work when there is no one on the lift. When you try to transfer someone, the ceiling lift stops.

  • Page 31: Labels On The Lift

    Labels on the Lift 1) Maximum capacity/Service telephone number 2) Date of manufacture, serial number, product code and Manufacturer identification 3) Product name 4) Travel direction indicators 5) Emergency lowering system access identification 6) Emergency stop identification 7) Charger information Fig.

  • Page 32: Technical Specifications

    Medical equipment Type BF protection against electrical shock in accordance with IEC 60601-1 The Voyager Duo is compliant with CAN/CSA-C22.2, CSA-Z323.5.98, IEC 60601-1, UL 60601-1 ANS ISO 10535. WARNING: Radio transmitting devices such as mobile telephones, two-way radios, etc., should never be used near the Voyager Duo, since they can interfere with the function of the lift.
  • Page 33 Cardboard recyclable The lift Separated and recycled, according to the European Directive 2002/96/EG (WEEE). BHM Medical patient Handling products meet the requirements of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) as stated in clause 12.5 of Annex 1 of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC.

  • Page 34: Lift Dimensions

    Technical Specifications Lift Dimensions Fig. 18...

  • Page 35: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions - For all Equipment and Systems The Voyager Duo is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment indicated below. The customer or the user of the Voyager Duo should assure that it is used in such an environment.

  • Page 36: Electromagnetic Immunity

    Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity - For all Equipment and Systems The Voyager Duo is intended for use in electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Voyager Duo should assure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 37 To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the Voyager Duo is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the Voyager Duo should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the Voyager Duo.
  • Page 38 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the Voyager Duo. The Voyager Duo is intended for use in electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Voyager Duo can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communication equipment (transmitters) and the Voyager Duo as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

  • Page 39: Limited Warranty

    This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of BHM Medical products. Subject to the limitations and exclusions hereafter, BHM Medical Inc. warrants its products to be free from defects in material under normal use and service, within the periods stated below from the date of purchase. If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced at BHM Medical option.
  • Page 40 In no event shall BHM Medical’s liability for breach of warranty, or for any delay in the performance of this warranty due to cause beyond the control of BHM Medical, breach of contract, negligence or strict liability exceed the cost of the product covered hereby.
  • Page 42 …solutions to life's challenges BHM Medical 2001, Tanguay Magog QC CANADA J1X 5Y5 Phone: 819-868-0441 Fax: 819-868-2249 www.bhm-medical.com MEMBER OF THE GETINGE GROUP...

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