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- Page 1 VANDER-LIFT II Models: B450, B450 with scale, B600 and B600 with scale OPERATING MANUAL VANDER-LIFT II™ B450 VANDER-LIFT II™ B600 VANCARE, INC. 1515 First St Aurora, NE 68818 1.800.694.4525 www.vancare.com For your nearest Distributor call, 1-800-694-4525...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Diagram and Features VANDER-LIFT II™ B450 ................3 UNI-FIT Sling ..................3 VANDER-LIFT II™ B600 ................ 4 Safety Information Warning Symbol ..................5 Using the VANDER-LIFT II and UNI-FIT Sling With Other Manufacturer’s Equipment........... 5 Sling Care ..................... 5 Pre-use and Monthly Inspections .............. - Page 3 Other Procedures Emergency Stop Switch ................ 25 Base Adjustment.................. 25 Rear Caster Brakes................25 Emergency Lowering Switch ..............25 Charging the Batteries ................26 Pendant Switch Battery Indicator Lights ..........26 Product Care Sling Care ................... 27 Monthly Sling Inspection ............... 27 Monthly VANDER-LIFT II™...
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Page 4: Diagram And Features
Diagram and Features VANDER-LIFT II™ B450 Pound Lifting Capacity 1. Lift base 2. Locking rear caster brakes 3. Shift bar 4. Emergency lowering switch (on bottom of control box) 5. Emergency stop switch 6. Control box 7. Battery indicator lights 8. -
Page 5: Vander-Lift Ii™ B600
VANDER-LIFT II™ B600 Pound Lifting Capacity 1. Lift base 2. Locking rear caster brakes 3. Shift bar 4. Emergency lowering switch (on bottom of control box) 5. Emergency stop switch 6. Control box 7. Battery indicator lights 8. Rechargeable battery 9. -
Page 6: Safety Information Warning Symbol
Laundry Department is told how to care for slings correctly. Pre-Use and Monthly Inspections VANCARE lifts are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed the safety requirements for patient care equipment. In addition, they have been tested and listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, MET Labs., to insure their safety. -
Page 7: Leaving Slings Positioned Under Patients In Wheelchairs, Etc
WARNING Before each patient transfer, it is important for staff to inspect the VANDER-LIFT II™ to make sure no parts are missing or overly worn and that all parts work correctly. If a problem is noted, the lift should not be used until qualified maintenance staff has made repairs. -
Page 8: Staff Training
Staff Training After the VANDER-LIFT II™ has been received from VANCARE, Inc., a manufacturer’s representative will provide initial in-service training for your staff. Before using the VANDER-LIFT II™ to transfer patients, all staff must be trained and authorized to use the VANDER-LIFT II™. -
Page 9: Patient Assessment Criteria For Transfers
Patient Assessment Criteria for Transfers Transfer Criteria for the VANDER-LIFT II B450 WARNING Before using the VANDER-LIFT II™ B450, patients must be assessed by the facility's professional nursing or professional rehabilitation staff to determine which patients are suitable for transfer with the VANDER-LIFT II™ B450, which VANDER-LIFT II™ transfer technique to use, which size sling is appropriate, and the number of staff members necessary to transfer each patient. -
Page 10: Vander-Lift Ii™ B600 Transfer Criteria
Transfer Criteria for the VANDER-LIFT II B600 WARNING Before using the VANDER-LIFT II™ B600, patients must be assessed by the facility's professional nursing or professional rehabilitation staff to determine which patients are suitable for transfer with the VANDER-LIFT II™ B600, which VANDER-LIFT II™ transfer technique to use, which size sling is appropriate, and the number of staff members necessary to transfer each patient. -
Page 11: Two Methods Of Connecting The Uni-Fit Sling
VANCARE’s companion products, the VERA-LIFT™ or the VERA-LIFT II™. The VERA-LIFT™ and the VERA-LIFT II™ are designed to lift patients who require lower levels of care. For information about the VERA-LIFT™, contact VANCARE, Inc. at (800) 694 – 4525, or call your local VANCARE representative. -
Page 12: Sizing And Positioning The Uni-Fit Sling
Contact your VANCARE distributor for further information. On rare occasions, a non-standard size or shape sling will meet an individual patient’s transfer needs more safely. If you have a patient with special sling needs, contact your VANCARE distributor. -
Page 13: Transfer From A Chair Or Wheelchair
VANDER-LIFT II Transfer Procedures Transfer from a Chair or Wheelchair 1) Make sure you understand which size sling and which method of connecting the sling to the hanger bars is to be used to transfer the patient. Inspect the VANDER-LIFT II™ and sling to make sure they are undamaged and in good working order. - Page 14 b) To transfer the patient in a half-sitting position, connect the middle shoulder loop and the one of the leg loops to the hanger bar hooks. (Each different loop combination will change the patient’s position.) c) To transfer the patient in a lying position, connect the farthest shoulder loop from the sling and the closest leg loop to the sling to the hanger bar hooks.
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Page 15: Transfer From A Bed Or Stretcher
Transfer from a Bed or Stretcher 1) Make sure you understand which size sling and which method of connecting the sling to the hanger bars is to be used to transfer the patient. Inspect the VANDER-LIFT II™ and sling to make sure they are undamaged and in good working order. - Page 16 14) Leaving the caster brakes unlocked, lift the patient about 2 inches off of the bed or stretcher and back the VANDER-LIFT II™ away. Leaving the brakes unlocked will allow the lift to “walk forward” to center itself over the patient’s center of gravity as it raises. This increases the stability of the lift.
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Page 17: Transfer From The Floor
Transfer from the Floor 1) Make sure you understand which size sling and which method of connecting the sling to the hanger bars is to be used to transfer the patient. Inspect the VANDER-LIFT II™ and sling to make sure they are undamaged and in good working order. - Page 18 Double check the sling loop connection to the hanger bar hooks to make sure the sling is securely attached with the loops in the bottom of the hanger bar hooks. Leaving the caster brakes unlocked, lift the patient until his or her feet are at the top of the base of the lift and, slowly turning the lift, move the patient to the desired location.
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Page 19: Transfer With The Amputee Sling
Note the correct size sling on the patient’s record. * If patients have special sling needs, contact your VANCARE distributor and a sling can be ordered to meet their specific needs. 1) Make sure you understand which size sling and which method of connecting the sling to the hanger bars is to be used to transfer the patient. - Page 20 Double check the sling loop connection to the hanger bar hooks to make sure the sling is securely attached with the loops in the bottom of the hanger bar hooks. Leaving the caster brakes unlocked, lift the patient about 2 inches off of the bed or out of the chair and back the VANDER-LIFT II™...
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Page 21: Vander-Lift Ii Tm Turning & Positioning With The Repositioning Sling
VANDER-LIFT II Turning and Positioning with the Re-positioning Sling Re-positioning slings may be left under patients as long as lying on the re-positioning sling poses no risk for the patient. Determining the Correct Re-positioning Sling Size The re-positioning sling should be long enough to fit from 1 – 2 inches above the top of the patient’s head to the bottom of the patient’s calf, or longer. - Page 22 14) The re-positioning sling loops closest to the patient’s feet should be connected to the hanger bar hook closest to the foot of the re-positioning sling. 15) Double check the re-positioning sling loop connection to the hanger bar hooks to make sure the sling is securely attached with the loops in the bottom of the hanger bar hooks.
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Page 23: Transport Procedure
EMERGENCY Transport Procedure FOR USE IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS ONLY Patient Selection for VANDER-LIFT II™ Transport In order for a patient to be transported from one room to another safely in the VANDER- LIFT II™, the patient must be able to remain positioned in a half-sitting or lying position throughout the transport procedure. - Page 24 5) Open the base of the VANDER-LIFT II™ to its widest position and move the lift into position. The base should remain in its widest position for transport. The base may be closed when going through doorways but must be opened when the VANDER- LIFT II™...
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Page 25: Toileting Procedure
(pants with extended zippers on both side seams or a back flap that extends from side seam to side seam) when they are no longer able to do standing transfers. Refer to adaptive clothing catalogues for ideas. Contact VANCARE, Inc. if further assistance is required. -
Page 26: Other Procedures Emergency Stop Switch
Other Procedures Emergency Stop Switch A red emergency stop switch is located on the control box. WARNING If the hand control fails and the lift continues to raise or lower, press the emergency stop switch on the control box to stop the lift. Base Adjustment The base of the VANDER-LIFT II™... -
Page 27: Charging The Batteries
Charging the Batteries The VANDER-LIFT II™ is equipped with a charging cord, which charges the battery when plugged into a standard 120 volt AC outlet. (See charging instructions on the lift.) Plugging the lift into an outlet continuously for 7 hours, such as at night, will charge the batteries enough for a full day of patient transfers. -
Page 28: Product Care Sling Care
Wash/Dry Instruction 1) Standard VANCARE Sling: Slings may be tumble-dried on the “delicate” temperature cycle in the dryer. If the dryer in your facility does not have a “delicate” cycle, slings should be hung to air dry. -
Page 29: Cleaning The Vander-Lift Ii
If you have questions about any of the material covered in this manual, contact your local VANCARE Distributor. Your local distributor's name, address and phone number is located on the back page of this manual. If you are unable to locate your local distributor, call VANCARE directly using the phone number on the front cover. -
Page 30: Uni-Fit Slings
VANDER-LIFT II Sling Ordering Information UNI-FIT Slings (THE STANDARD SLING) The UNI-FIT sling can be used to transfer patients who are unpredictably able to bear weight on their legs, who bear weight too poorly to transfer safely with a sit to stand mechanical lift or who are non-weight bearing. -
Page 31: Amputee Slings
Amputee Slings The amputee sling can be used to transfer patients who have unilateral or bilateral above the knee amputations and patients with intact lower extremities who have loose muscle tone and are at risk of sliding through the small space at the horseshoe area of the UNI-FIT sling. -
Page 32: Sling Options
FOR INFORMATION ON CURRENT PRICING, OR TO PLACE AN ORDER, CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR WARRANTY INFORMATION VANCARE back belts and slings are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase for defects in materials and manufacture. Damage caused by misuse or improper care is not covered. - Page 33 November 2017 For your nearest Distributor call, 1-800-694-4525...
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Page 34: Monthly Vander-Lift Ii™ Inspection Checklist
Please follow the maintenance and inspection procedures outlined in the product manuals and record accordingly. Based on institutional average usage data, Vancare recommends that all lifts be replaced every ten years or sooner based upon the facilities usage and the findings during regular use, maintenance and inspections. - Page 35 November 2017 For your nearest Distributor call, 1-800-694-4525...
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Page 36: Monthly Vander-Lift Ii™ Sling Inspection Checklist
MONTHLY VANDER-LIFT II™ SLING INSPECTION CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONS: All slings in the facility must be checked monthly. Slings that are damaged or excessively worn must be removed from service and replaced with undamaged slings. Check each blank as that item is inspected. Note the date inspected, the initials of the nurse or professional rehabilitation department staff member who performed the inspection, and action taken, if any, in the “CORRECTIVE ACTION”... - Page 37 November 2017 For your nearest Distributor call, 1-800-694-4525...
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Page 38: Optional Built-In Or Hanging Vanderscale
5. To recall the last patient’s weight, the scale must first be turned on. Press the center of the “VANCARE” logo to the left of the “ON/ZERO” pad on the front of the scale. The display will show the message “rECL” then alternately flash between the stored weight and the “rECL”... - Page 39 5. To recall the last patient’s weight, the scale must first be turned on. Press the center of the “VANCARE” logo to the left of the “ON/ZERO” pad on the front of the scale. The display will show the message “rECL” then alternately flash between the stored weight and the “rECL”...
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Page 40: Hanging Vanderscale® Sr
Calibration 1. Should calibration be necessary, all that is required is a 25 lb precision weight (do NOT use bags of flour or other packaged goods for weights - contact the Lift Manufacturer to purchase precision weights). 2. To enter the calibration mode, first press and hold the “ON/ZERO” pad. While holding the “ON/ZERO”... - Page 41 ® Hanging VANDERSCALE The 825VST Weight Module is a compact precision scale system designed for use with the patient lift or other *approved lifter designs employing compatible VANDER-LIFT II boom and hanger configurations. Completely self-contained, the 825VST combines the latest in precision strain gauge technology and microprocessor signal conditioning to provide stable, accurate and repeatable weight data with a calibrated accuracy of 0.1%.
- Page 42 825VST System Specifications WEIGHT RANGE 453KG / 1000LB* DISPLAY RESOLUTION 0.1KG / 0.1LB ACCURACY 0.1% + /- 1 DIGIT OF READING DISPLAY TYPE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY SIZE 3” X 3” X 4” WEIGHT 1 POUND POWER SUPPLY 9-VOLT LITHIUM BATTERY BATTERY LIFE APPROX.
- Page 43 Refer to Operator’s Manual for more detailed description of transfer technique. Pass Fail Observations __________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Observer’s Name _______________________________________________________________ Observer’s Signature ____________________________________________________________ VANCARE, INC PHONE: (800)694-4525 November 2017 For your nearest Distributor call, 1-800-694-4525 1515 FIRST STREET FAX: (402)694-3994...
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