Operating Instructions Please ensure both yourself and any helpers read these instructions carefully before using your bath lift. This bath lift is designed and manufactured to assist individuals in getting in and out of the bath. It should not be used for any other purpose.
• Always charge on a hard surface. • Ensure that no metal objects touch the contacts on the battery, as this will damage the battery. • Use only the Mountway charger supplied to charge the battery and for no other purpose.
Operating Instructions 3. If you have a telecare-enabled bath lift Telecare-enabled battery The telecare-enabled bath lift has been designed to integrate with the Tunstall Red light Lifeline 400, 4000+ and Connect+ units. The telecare-enabled bath lift can be added to an existing monitoring solution or as part of a new installation to suit individual needs If you have a telecare-enabled bath lift, you will find a telecare-enabled battery inside your bath lift box rather than the standard battery (see fig 3).
Operating Instructions 4. Preparing the bath for installation Side flap protector i ) Remove any non-slip mats from the bath. ii ) Ensure the bottom of the bath is clean and smooth, with no oil or bath cleaner residues that will prevent the suction feet from sticking. iii ) The suction feet may not be suitable in baths that have been re-enamelled or that have rippled or textured surfaces.
If RED light, do NOT use the bath lift. Charge IMMEDIATELY (see section 2). • • If in any doubt, recharge the battery before use (see section 2). NOTE: The battery is for use solely with Mountway bath lifts and cannot be used to operate any other product.
Operating Instructions 7. Using the bath lift i ) To raise the bath lift, press the UP button on the hand control (see fig 12). If the side flaps are caught, immediately lower the bath lift by pressing the DOWN button on the hand control. Pull each side flap free from the obstruction, then resume the lifting operation.
Operating Instructions 8. When the bath lift is not in use i ) The bath lift may be stored in its lowest position at the bottom of the bath with the backrest fully reclined. If the bath lift is stored in the bath, leave the battery connected to the hand control unless it is being charged.
There are no user serviceable parts on the bath lift. Repairs and servicing must be entrusted to a Mountway authorised dealer. The bath lift should be inspected annually by a Mountway authorised dealer, who will check that there are no loose fittings or any other evidence of mechanical damage.
Operating Instructions 13. Symbols To comply with international standards for medical equipment, the following symbols are found on the Aquila labels: SYMBOL EXPLANATION Only direct current from a small battery is used to power your bath lift. There is NO connection to mains electricity when in use, so there is no risk of electric shock.
Operating Instructions 14. Technical data The bath lift seat is made of glass-filled polypropylene / 179mm (7in) 360mm (14.2in) 179mm (7in) 860mm (33.9in) nylon. The hand control and battery are made from ABS. The hand control button cover is made of Thermoplastic 475mm (18.7in) Elastomer.
Operating Instructions 15. Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION SECTION/PAGE Bath lift does not move. • • Section 2/page 2 Battery is flat. Charge battery. No sound from the motor. • • Section 6/page 5 Battery is not connected to Insert battery correctly into both tracks on hand hand control.
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Operating Instructions SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION SECTION/PAGE Battery does not appear to • • Interruption to mains Check for charger indicator lights at alternative be charged (cont.) power supply/faulty mains power socket. socket. • Check if other electrical appliances are working. •...
Operating Instructions 16. Accessories The bath lift can be supplied with a wide range of optional accessories: ACCESSORY PART No Pommel AB248 Separates legs for maintaining correct posture or improving hygiene access. Knee wedge AB249 Supports legs, maintains correct posture or prevents sliding. Soft cover set (back and seat) AB224 Increases comfort.
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