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MAXI MOVE™
Operating and Product Care Instructions
001.25060.EN_rev2
May 2008

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  • Page 1 MAXI MOVE™ Operating and Product Care Instructions 001.25060.EN_rev2 May 2008...
  • Page 2 © ARJO International 2008 ARJO products are patented or patent pending. Patent information available contacting ARJO International AB. Our policy is one of continuous development, and we therefore reserve the right to make technical alterations without notice. The content of this publication may not be copied either whole or in part without the consent of ARJO International AB.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using Your Maxi Move ..............16 Before Approaching the Patient ..........16 Powered Opening “V” Chassis ..........16 Maxi Move ‘Lock and Load’ System ........16 Using the DPS Spreader Bar ............ 17 To Lift from a Chair ............17 To Lift from the Bed ............
  • Page 4 Removing the Battery Pack ............36 Charging your Battery .............. 36 Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices ......36 Care of Your Maxi Move ..............37 Sling Cleaning and Care: ............37 Lift Cleaning and Care ............. 37 Mandatory Daily Checks ............37 Periodic Testing ...............

  • Page 5: Definitions Used In This Manual

    General Information Authorized European Thank you for purchasing ARJO equipment. Representative Your Maxi Move is part of a series of quality products designed especially for hospitals, nursing homes and Huntleigh Healthcare Ltd. other health care uses. 310-312 Dallow Road We are dedicated to serving your needs and providing...

  • Page 6: Operational Life

    General Information Operational Life The expected operational life of your ARJO lift is ten years from the date of manufacture, providing the following conditions are adhered to: • The expected operational life for fabric slings and fabric stretchers is approximately two years from date of purchase.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Symbols Used Symbol Key to symbol 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.
  • Page 8 CAUTION: Some of these parts are critical to ensure the safe operation of the lift. They will The Maxi Move can be supplied with a variety of need examining and servicing on a regular optional attachments, which are not all described in basis and must be replaced as needed.

  • Page 9: Product Description/Functions

    Product Description/Functions Parts Referred to in this Manual Fig. 3 Mast 12) Stop button Mast top cover 13) Power button Maneuvering handle 14) Battery release button Lift battery pack 15) Battery charger Braked casters 16) Two-point loop spreader bar (if included) Adjustable chassis legs 17) Combi medium loop spreader bar (if included) Medium DPS spreader bar (if included)
  • Page 10 Product Description/Functions 20 1 Fig. 4...

  • Page 11: Slings

    Product Description/Functions Slings The standard range of Maxi Move slings will support 227 kg (500 lb), the pediatric spreader bar range will support 125 kg (275 lb). All slings are size-coded with different colored edge binding or attachment strap coloring: Pediatric rated: •...
  • Page 12 Product Description/Functions ARJO standard sling profiles that can be used with the Maxi Move Four-point toileting sling Four-point amputee sling Four-point padded sling Soft stretcher Strap stretcher Scoop stretcher Fig. 5...

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    Product Description/Functions Controls and Features Jib “Up” Control Handset button (See Fig. 6) To raise and lower the jib, open and close the chassis legs, or to operate a powered DPS spreader bar, DPS “Recline” press the appropriate button on the control handset. button Icons with direction arrows are printed on each button for quick reference.

  • Page 14: Power Button (Green)

    (see Fig. 11). One full clockwise rotation of the Battery Indicator shaft lowers the mast jib by 10 mm (3/8 in). The battery indicator for the Maxi Move is a feature found on the control handset. Please refer to the “Battery Charging” section for operating procedures.

  • Page 15: Sleep Mode

    (See Fig. 13) The chassis rear castors have brakes which (in hours) that the lift’s mast has been raised or lowered. can be foot operated to keep the Maxi Move in position. Initially, the display will show “0.0” at the very top of the screen (right above the larger digits for the scale), indicating 0 hours of use.

  • Page 16: Using Your Maxi Move

    “Battery Charging” section). When the battery pack is fully charged, remove it from the charger unit and insert it back into the Maxi Move. First, match the recess across the bottom of the battery pack with the protrusion at the bottom of the battery slot, then pivot the battery into position until the retaining catch engages.

  • Page 17: Using The Dps Spreader Bar

    If this should happen inadvertently, there is a built-in cut- Ensure that the Maxi Move is close enough to be able to out device which will prevent any further downward attach the sling’s shoulder clips to the spreader bar.

  • Page 18: To Lift From The Bed

    Before lifting a person from a bed, ensure there is sufficient clearance underneath the bed to accommodate the Maxi Move chassis legs. Position the patient onto the sling by rolling the patient towards you, then folding the sling in half and placing it Fig.
  • Page 19 Now position the Maxi Move so that the spreader bar is CAUTION: Always check that all the sling just above and centered over the patient.

  • Page 20: To Lift From The Floor

    Fig. 29. This will have the effect of raising the supported by the bed. patient’s head and shoulders slightly. Pull the Maxi Move away before removing the sling from under the patient. If transferring the patient to a chair, refer to the section entitled “To Lift from a Chair”.

  • Page 21: Powered Dps Spreader Bar

    Patients with extensor spasms may be The powered DPS spreader bar must be used lifted by the Maxi Move, but care should be taken to in accordance with the following instructions support the patient’s legs during the beginning of the lift.

  • Page 22: Care Of Your Powered Dps Spreader Bar

    Using the Loop Spreader Bar First, ease the patient forward if necessary. Slide the If your Maxi Move has been equipped with a loop sling down the patient’s back until seam “C” reaches the spreader bar, ensure that the spreader bar is rotated into base of the spine (see Fig.
  • Page 23 Using your Maxi Move METHOD 2 Fig. 35 Fig. 37 Method 2 - As in Method 1, but pass each leg section of the sling under both thighs and then out the other side METHOD 1 before attaching points “B” to the hooks on the opposing side of the spreader bar (see Fig.

  • Page 24: To Lift From The Bed

    CAUTION: Before the soft stretcher can be used with the Maxi Move, ensure the ARJO stretcher frame has been correctly installed on the carrier (see Fig. 14). Once correctly installed, the stretcher frame should be able to rotate approximately 90°...
  • Page 25 ARJO stretcher frames. Do not use any other type of soft stretcher sling with the Maxi Move.

  • Page 26: Using The Strap Stretcher

    CAUTION: Before the stretcher can be used Note that the three closely positioned strap clamps with the Maxi Move, ensure that the ARJO should be positioned at the head end of the strap stretcher stretcher spreader bar has been correctly (a label on each side section will indicate this).
  • Page 27 Using your Maxi Move Strap End of cross strap to be Guide pushed under patient Loose end of strap Fig. 48 Fig. 46 Slide the straps under the patient where this can easily be done. Lift the patient’s head and legs to facilitate this.
  • Page 28 Using your Maxi Move WARNING: It is essential to keep the patient at approximately the height of the bed to ensure stability of the unit and to maintain patient/ attendant contact. When lowering the strap stretcher frame, ensure that both the patient’s or attendant’s legs and feet are clear of the moving mast.

  • Page 29: Scale

    • Calibration counter • Gravity configuration counter If your Maxi Move has been equipped with an ARJO • A seal bearing the identification and number of the scale, your lift will have the added advantage of being inspection body.

  • Page 30: Reinspection

    NOTE: FOR EUROPEAN SCALES ONLY, If the display shows the larger “TILT” symbol alternating with the scale symbol, relocate the Maxi Move to a level position so that the scale can be operated correctly (see Fig. 56). Fig. 57...

  • Page 31: Method B - Weighing With The Patient Already Suspended In The Sling

    Scale If the sling was not already hung on the lift at start- up, install the sling. The scale will now show the weight of the sling on the screen (see Fig. 58). Horizontal bars show that Save mode is on Scale button Fig.

  • Page 32: Units Of Measure

    Scale Reinstall the sling back on the Maxi Move. Ignore the minus sign preceding the digits on the screen. Allow the weight reading to stabilize. The weight shown is the patient’s actual weight (see Fig. 64). Down button Fig. 66 Next, press the Down button to access the Fig.
  • Page 33 Scale - Handset Instructions Mini-Guide METHOD A METHOD B AT START-UP AT START-UP DURING A TRANSFER With sling already on With sling not yet on With patient already on the spreader bar the spreader bar the lift STEP 1 STEP 1 STEP 1 The unit has Add the sling to...

  • Page 34: Scale - Handset Instruction Mini-Guide

    Press the OTHER WARNINGS save button again to go back to normal use. The display will show crossed wrenches on the top right corner. Enter button Contact an ARJO technician for service. (continued next column)

  • Page 35: Scale - Handset Instruction Mini-Guide

    To ensure that the Maxi Move is always ready for use, it Battery Pack is recommended that a fully charged battery pack always be on hand.

  • Page 36: Battery Charging

    40°C (140°F). Should the battery pack casing crack and cause contents to come in contact with skin 5. Press the power button. The Maxi Move is ready for or clothing, rinse immediately with water. If content use. comes in contact with the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention.

  • Page 37: Care Of Your Maxi Move

    When the jib lowering becomes restricted, the motor will “ARJO CLEAN” disinfectant cleaner is available from stop. Release the handset lower button after a second or ARJO or its approved distributor.

  • Page 38: Servicing Advice

    WARNING: If in doubt about the correct functioning of the Maxi Move, do not use it and contact the ARJO Service Department. Servicing Advice ARJO recommends that the Maxi Move be maintained at regular intervals.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Call for service (charger may be faulty). no lights are visible. Yellow indicator light does not go • Battery pack needs replacing. Call ARJO for replacement. off after several hours of charging time. Battery pack indicates it is fully •...

  • Page 40: Labels

    Labels Key to Labels: ARJO wet environment product identification Safe working load label Sling Color-to-Size reference Lift name label ARJO label Product information label Serial number label Metrological display label Emergency lowering label 10. Scale marking Stretcher attachment point Fig. 73...

  • Page 41: Technical Specifications

    ARJO products meet the requirements of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) as stated in clause 12.5 of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. The Maxi Move conforms to UL STD 2601-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60601.1 - M90 (except when being used in conjunction with a stretcher; see “Using your Maxi Move”...

  • Page 42: Lift Dimensions

    Technical Specifications Lift Dimensions ensions unloaded can ± (3/8”) 10 mm BASE DIMENSIONS WITH DPS SPREADER BAR WITH DPS SPREADER BAR [REGULAR JIB] [EXTENDED JIB] WITH 4-POINT LOOP SPREADER BAR WITH STRETCHER SPREADER BAR WITH 2-POINT LOOP SPREADER BAR Fig. 74...

  • Page 43: Appendix - Scale Gravity Code Configurations

    Appendix - Scale Gravity Code Configurations Whenever the Maxi Move floor lifts with scale are sold in NOTE: When the preset code is 99, it means that Europe, the conformity of the scale with the requirements the scale has been adjusted to the exact latitude...

  • Page 44: European Gravity Zones Map

    Appendix - Scale Gravity Code Configurations European Gravity Zones Map For more detailed information, see the Gravity Adjustment Table on page 46. The gravity codes (MFG) below and in the following page correspond to countries with their individual gravity zones. The gravity zone tables in the maps specify a region within a country, along with its zone in latitude and altitude, or its corresponding acceleration of gravity.
  • Page 45 Appendix - Scale Gravity Code Configurations Belgium Sweden Estonia MFG CODE GRAVITY ZONE MFG CODE GRAVITY ZONE MFG CODE GRAVITY ZONE 49.5-51.5:0-400 Zone 2 g=9.8184 m/s =9.817823 m/s 49.5-50.5:0-700 Zone 5 g=9.82279 m/s 50-51:0-700 Lithuania MFG CODE GRAVITY ZONE 53.5:0-300 Germany MFG CODE GRAVITY ZONE...

  • Page 46: Gravity Adjustment Table

    Appendix - Scale Gravity Code Configurations Gravity Adjustment Table Gravity Country Code Postal Code* Acceleration (m/s Austria 9.8065 Belgium 1 1000 to 3999 / 5000 to 6599 / 7000 to 9999 9.81052 Belgium 2 6600-6999 9.80961 Belgium 3 4000-4999 9.81006 Zone not predefined.
  • Page 47 Appendix - Scale Gravity Code Configurations Gravity Adjustment Table (Continued) Gravity Country Code Postal Code* Acceleration (m/s Netherlands 9.8118 Norway 1 0000 to 5999 / 6700 to 6999 9.8184 Norway 2 6000 to 6699 / 7000 to 8999 9.8211 Norway 3 9000 to 9999 9.8244 Poland...
  • Page 50 153210 MD 87841 ISO 13485 If your country is not listed here, please contact your local distributor or: ARJO International AB, Box 61, S-241 21 Eslov, SWEDEN ...with people in mind. Tel +46 413 64500. Fax +46 413 555586. www.arjo.com www.arjo.com...

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