Table of Contents General Information ....................5 Foreword ......................5 Service and support ..................5 Manufacturer Information ................6 Authorized European Representative ............6 Definitions Used in this Manual: ..............6 Intended Use ....................6 Operational Life ................... 6 Equipment Identification ................7 Verifying the Package Contents ..............
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Table of Contents To Lift a Patient from the Floor ..............23 Procedure for Using Bariatric Loop Slings ..........23 Procedure for Attaching Bariatric Loop Slings to the Four-Point Spreader Bar ..............23 1000 Maxi Sky Programming ................... 24 Changing the Speed of Movement ............... 24 Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height ..............
Instructions for Use and the Preventive Maintenance Schedule. The equipment must only be used for the purposes stated above, and must be installed by ArjoHuntleigh The expected life for other consumable products, authorized personnel and in accordance with local such as batteries, fuses, lamps, slings, straps and codes.
“Safety Instructions” section, before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment. If anything is not completely understood, please contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative for more details. Failure to comply with warnings in this manual may result in injuries. Keep this manual with the lift and refer to it as required.
General Information Symbols Used Symbol 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 the products comply with the medical device directive 93/42/EEC.
CAUTION: Do not drop either the ceiling lift cassette or the batteries, since they may cause internal damage that is not easily seen. If the ceiling lift is suspected to be damaged, contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative for servicing. Safe Working Load 1000...
NOTE: ArjoHuntleigh ceiling lifts Always ensure that: specifically designed for KWIKtrak ceiling rail systems, and ArjoHuntleigh slings and • The ceiling lift is installed by an authorized accessories. ArjoHuntleigh contractor or installer. • The equipment is used by trained staff.
Safety Instructions Fire and Explosion Prevention Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices WARNING: Do not place or store the battery under direct sunlight or near a heat WARNING: Do not expose the battery source. Do not expose the batteries or connector or the battery charger to water.
Part Designation The following refers to Fig. 4 on previous page: Chargers 1000 The Maxi Sky units are equipped with either a • The amber charging light flashes while charging cord-connected universal charging system and goes solid when charge is finished. (700.15500) or a wall-adapted charger (700-15501) •...
Sling Compatible Sling Bariatric sling (MAA8000-L) Fig. 6 For more information about sling use, please refer to the documentation that comes with your sling.
• track must installed spreader bar. modified only ArjoHuntleigh authorized personnel Make sure the sling is not caught on any accordance with local codes. obstructions (for instance, the wheelchair brakes or armrests). •...
1000 How to Use the Maxi Sky Ceiling Lift 1000 CAUTION: Do not pull the red emergency NOTE: The Maxi Sky is equipped with a safety system to prevent a misuse of the cord with excessive force. If the cord is ceiling lift.
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1000 How to Use the Maxi Sky Ceiling Lift Access emergency lowering system. Turn Allen key counter- clockwise Pull red emergency cord. Fig. 8...
1) Press the return to charge button on the handset. A protection device prevents the ceiling lift from returning to the charger if a patient is in the NOTE: ArjoHuntleigh uses sealed lead- ceiling lift during this operation. acid batteries. These batteries do not have 2) The green indicator light will begin flashing if any memory effect.
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1000 How to Use the Maxi Sky Ceiling Lift Fig. 9 OPERATING THE LIFT Green power light Flashing Low batteries Solid The lift is on and ready to use STATE OF BATTERIES Amber charging light Flashing In process of charging batteries Solid Charging done;...
1000 How to Use the Maxi Sky Ceiling Lift If the batteries have been completely drained it could Use of Slings take up to 6-8 hours to completely recharge them. In order to reduce the charging time, refrain from Spreader Bar completely draining the batteries and leave the ceiling lift on the charging station between uses.
1000 How to Use the Maxi Sky Ceiling Lift mean lowering the frame a little more. When lifting from the bed, some operators prefer to connect the leg strap loops first. This in particular applies to patients with large thighs. To use this method, raise the hip and knee into maximum flexion, and hook up the leg strap loops.
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1000 How to Use the Maxi Sky Ceiling Lift 3) During the transfer, turn the patient to face the direction of travel, and keep at a normal chair height This affords the patient a measure of confidence and dignity. The patient should not be lifted above the caregiver’s eye-level;...
The slings to be used with the four-point spreader bar suspended. are the ArjoHuntleigh bariatric loop slings. They are available in four sizes (medium, large, extra large 1) Place the sling around the patient as in section and XXL) all colour coded.
1000 Maxi Sky Programming Entering the Programming Mode Spreader Bar Height Final Steps Adjustment To select another feature Exit programming mode Fig. 19 Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height Turn the ceiling lift off by pulling on the red cord. The green LED will turn off. ...
1000 Maxi Sky Programming Entering the Programming Mode Set Return to Charge Final Steps Option To select another feature Return to the last charging station travelled. Disable (factory default) Exit programming mode Enable left Enable right Fig. 20 Enable/Disable Return to Charge (RTC) ...
WARNING: Safety related maintenance and authorized service must be carried out by qualified personnel, fully trained in servicing procedures by ArjoHuntleigh, and equipped with correct tools. Failure to meet these requirements could result in personal injuries and/or unsafe equipment. User Inspections...
Care and Maintenance FREQUENCY Every Inspections for lift Every two four Every Every two cassette and track months or months or year or years or system (continued) Before 1000 2500 5000 Initially every use cycles cycles cycles cycles Inspect wheels in rail for damage, rust or cracks.
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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 ArjoHuntleigh representative for support.
• Inspect the lift for any damage. If the lift casing patient or caregiver. ArjoHuntleigh recommends a does not look properly aligned, or there are any thorough inspection of the straps every 2 months as...
Care power is turned off (green light) beforehand. For maximum patient safety and hygiene, read the Battery Replacement following instructions: ArjoHuntleigh uses sealed lead-acid batteries in the 1000 Regular Inspections Maxi Sky ceiling lifts. ArjoHuntleigh batteries do not have any memory effect. Therefore, batteries...
Arranging for scheduled inspections ensures the durability of the unit and the security of the patient and user. Once this red light begins to flash, please contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative in order to perform the necessary maintenance inspection.
It is important to always change both bat- a few transfers (3 to 5). teries at the same time. Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representa- tive to have the batteries replaced. The amber light on the unit is solid, •...
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When you press the button to return • The charger either plugged inproperly to an electrical outlet or is not the ceiling lift to its charger, the working properly. Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative. ceiling lift goes past the charger.
Labels on the Lift 1) Maximum capacity/Service telephone number 2) Date of manufacture, serial number, product code/ Manufacturer identification 3) Product name 4) Emergency lowering system access identification 5) Emergency stop identification 6) ArjoHuntleigh label Fig. 22...
Technical Specifications 1000 PRODUCT INFORMATION Maxi Sky Weight, complete 22 kg (48 lb) Lifting capacity 454 kg (1000 lb) Strap length 2300 mm (90.6 in) 6.0 cm/s (2.4 in/s) without load) Lifting speed 3.5 cm/s (1.4 in/s) at 230 kg (500 lb) 2.7 cm/s (1.2 in/s) at 454 kg (1000 lb) Maximum stroke (from ceiling) 2300 mm (90.6 in)
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Technical Specifications WARNING: This equipment is not suitable in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixtures with air or oxygen, or with nitrous oxide. RECYCLING Battery Sealed lead-acid, rechargeable, recyclable Package Cardboard recyclable The lift Separated and recycled, according to the European Directive 2002/96/EG (WEEE).
EMI (electromagnetic interference) from external sources. Nonetheless, some procedures can help reduce electromagnetic interferences: • Use only ArjoHuntleigh cables and spare parts to avoid increased emissions or decreased immunity which can compromise the correct functioning of the equipment. • Ensure that other devices in patient-monitoring and/or life-support areas comply to accepted emissions standards.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Immunity Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity - For all Equipment and Systems 1000 The Maxi Sky is intended for use in electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of 1000 the Maxi Sky should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (continued) Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity - For Equipment and Systems that are Not Life-Supporting IEC 60601 Compliance Immunity test Electromagnetic environment - guidance test level level Portable and mobile RF communications equipment 1000 should be used no closer to any part of the Maxi Sky including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (continued) Recommended Separation Distance Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications 1000 Equipment and the Maxi Sky - for Equipment and Systems that are not Life-Supporting Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the 1000 Maxi Sky 1000 The Maxi Sky...