Table of Contents Table of Contents General Information ........................5 Foreword ..........................5 Service and support ......................5 Manufacturer Information ....................6 Definitions Used in this Manual: ..................6 Intended Use ........................6 Operational Life .........................6 Equipment Identification ....................7 Verifying the Package Contents ..................7 How to Use this Manual ....................7 Symbols Used ........................8 Safety Instructions ........................9 General Instructions ......................9...
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Table of Contents Operating the Powered DPS Spreader Bar ............... 28 Caring for your DPS ......................29 Operating the Exchanger ....................31 Operating the Turntable ..................... 31 Maxi Sky 600 Programming ....................32 Changing the Speed of Movement ................. 33 Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height .................
General Information General Information Foreword Thank you for purchasing the Maxi Sky 600 ceiling lift from ArjoHuntleigh. Please read this manual in its entirety before using your Maxi Sky 600. The information in this manual is crucial to the Your Maxi Sky 600 is part of a proper operation and maintenance of the equipment, and will series of quality products help protect your product as well as ensure that the...
General Information Manufacturer Information Years This product has been manufactured by: Transfers per Day (10,000 transfers) ArjoHuntleigh AB Verkstadsvägen 5 241 38 Eslöv SWEDEN Fig. 1 Definitions Used in this Manual: WARNING: The manufacturer cannot ensure full safety for a ceiling lift or an accessory of which WARNING: the life span has been exceeded.
General Information Equipment Identification The unit's identification number (specification, model, serial number) appears on a silver nameplate attached to the lift’s plastic housing. Verifying the Package Contents Always ensure that the ceiling lift will be installed by a contractor or installer that has been authorized by ArjoHuntleigh.
General Information Symbols Used Symbol Key to symbols 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. This symbol indicates the approval of the Canadian Standards Association.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions General Instructions The equipment must be used in accordance with these safety instructions. Keep these Safety Instructions with the ceiling lift at all times. Anyone using the equipment Read the Instructions for Use in this manual before must also have...
Safety Instructions Important Safety Directions Shock Prevention Always ensure that: • Do not touch or use a lift with bare conductors or a damaged power cord. Electrically live equipment • The ceiling lift is installed by an authorized can result in serious injuries. If the lift or charger ArjoHuntleigh contractor or installer.
Safety Instructions Human and Environmental Safety Practices Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices • Should the battery casing crack and cause contents to come in contact with skin or clothing, rinse WARNING: Following instructions immediately with plenty of water. important for the safe use of the battery and to keep the user (resident/caregiver) from harm.
Part Designation Part Designation Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift and Charger Station Fig. 4 Legend Ceiling lift Safety latch Emergency lowering mechanism Up button Allen key Down button Track Green power light Charging station Emergency switch plastic insert Strap Yellow charging light Spreader bar Red maintenance/overload light Handset...
Part Designation Chargers The following refers to Fig. 4 on previous page: • The yellow charging light flashes while charging The Maxi Sky 600 units are equipped with either and goes solid when charge is finished. a cord-connected universal charging system •...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift 7) When the patient is located above the desired point WARNING: Always read “Safety of transfer, press the button. DOWN Instructions” before using the Maxi Sky 600. 8) Use the handles on the back of the sling to position •...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift NOTE: You can stop the return to charge at any time by pressing any button on the handset or pulling on the red emergency cord. WARNING: Extra care should be exercised when manipulating the handset when transferring a patient that weighs 20 kg (45 lb) or less.
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How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Access emergency lowering system. Pull red emergency cord. Remove Allen key. Turn key counter-clockwise. Fig. 8...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Emergency Brake The steps for recharging the batteries are as follows: The emergency brake consists of a metal bar fixed to the drum and functions similarly to a car 1) The green indicator light will begin flashing if seat belt mechanism.
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How to use the Maxi Sky 600 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 Yellow charging light Flashing In process of charging batteries Solid Charging done;...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Programming the Ceiling Lift All slings are color coded for size by having a different colored edge binding or attachment strap The Maxi Sky 600 can be programmed so that coloring: the user can easily adjust the speed of the •...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Installing the Sling on the Dynamic unfolded from beneath the patient. Positioning System (DPS) NOTE: If the patient can sit easily, then the sling can be positioned in the same manner as if the The Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) and the patient was seated in a chair.
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How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Attachment clips: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Fig. 13...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift To lift a Patient from a chair Step 5 - Proceed with the patient transfer to a chair, or place the patient onto a bed, by moving and The lifting techniques described here, and then lowering the patient into the desired represented in Fig.
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How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Attachment clips: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Fig. 14...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift To lift a Patient from the floor When lifting from the floor, some operators prefer to connect the leg strap clips first. (This in particular applies to patients with large thighs). WARNING: Always check...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Procedure for Using Loop Slings with a Two-Point Spreader Bar The slings to be used with the two point spreader bar are ArjoHuntleigh’s loop slings. They are available in many sizes-from small to large-and are all color coded.
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift CAUTION: This method might not be suitable for NOTE: The design of the spreader bar and sling confused, combative or erratic patients as they allows for the transfer to be done with only one can fall forward and get injured.
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Using Stretcher Frames and Stretchers If any of the ArjoHuntleigh patient stretcher frames and stretchers are to be used with the Maxi Sky 600, always refer to the separate relevant stretcher frame and stretcher operating instructions supplements before use.
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Caring for your DPS For general care refer to the “Care and Maintenance Section”. Refer in particularly to paragraphs relating to cleaning, plastic parts, labels, etc. WARNING: Apart from cleaning user maintenance is required, but some components may need to be serviced or replaced periodically.
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How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Touch pad Lying position Fig. 24 Sitting position Fig. 25...
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift Operating the Exchanger Release the quick-release button an d move the lift through the exchanger. An exchanger allows the Maxi Sky 600 access from one care area to another. Make sure that the Operating the Turntable lift is on by checking that green power indicator is lit.
Maxi Sky 600 Programming Entering the Programming Mode Spreader Bar Height Final Steps Adjustment To select another feature Exit programming mode Fig. 31 Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height Turn the ceiling lift off by pulling on the red cord. The green LED will turn off. ...
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Maxi Sky 600 Programming Entering the Programming Mode Final Steps Set Return toCharge Option To select another feature Return to the last charging station travelled Disable Exit programming (factory mode default) Enable left Enable right Fig. 32 Enable/Disable Return to Charge (RTC) ...
Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Schedule The equipment is subjected to wear and tear, and the following maintenance instructions must be acted upon when specified to ensure that the equipment remains within its original manufacturing specifications. Care and maintenance must be carried out in accordance with the preventive maintenance schedule below.
Care and Maintenance FREQUENCY Every two Every two Every four Every years or Inspections for spreader bar Before months or months or year or 5000 Initially and slings every use 1000 2500 cycles cycles cycles cycles Inspect all sling parts (attachments, fabric, stitch areas and strap) for signs of wear, discoloration, deterioration or loose threads.
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Care and Maintenance FREQUENCY Every Every two Every Every two four Before months or year or years or Inspections for rails Initially months every use 2500 5000 or 1000 cycles cycles cycles cycles Torque end stoppers to 20 N. m. (15 lbf.ft).
Care and Maintenance Daily Checklist Strap Inspection If the strap is damaged or shows signs of wear or The following procedures must be followed before discoloration, the acceptable load on the strap each use: before rupture can drop rapidly and present a •...
Care and Maintenance Battery Replacement Sling Laundering ArjoHuntleigh uses sealed lead-acid batteries in WARNING: The slings should be checked before Maxi Sky 600 ceiling lifts. ArjoHuntleigh and after use and, if necessary, washed batteries do not have any memory effect. according to instructions on the sling.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting WARNING: Do not attempt to open the Maxi Sky 600 ceiling lift cassette. Only a qualified technician is authorized to open it. Alterations made to the Maxi Sky 600 ceiling lift cassette by someone other than a qualified technician may cause serious injury. PROBLEM TO CHECK •...
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Troubleshooting PROBLEM TO CHECK When you press the button to return the • The charger either plugged in properly to an electrical outlet or ceiling lift to its charger (4-way motor is not working properly. Contact your local ArjoHuntleigh only), the ceiling lift goes past the representative.
Labels on the Lift Labels on the Lift 1) Maximum capacity/Service telephone number 2) Date of manufacture, serial number, product code/ Manufacturer identification 3) Product name 4) Travel direction indicators 5) Emergency lowering system access identification 6) Emergency stop identification 7) SWL label Fig.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Compliance The Maxi Sky 600 has been tested for compliance with current regulatory standards regarding its capacity to block 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.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Immunity Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity - For all Equipment and Systems The Maxi Sky 600 is intended for use in electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Maxi Sky 600 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic Immunity test IEC 60601 test level...
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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 should be used no closer to any part of the Maxi Sky 600, 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 Equipment and the Maxi Sky 600 for Equipment and Systems that are not Life-Supporting Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the Maxi Sky 600. The Maxi Sky 600 is intended for use in electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
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AUSTRALIA FAR EAST PORTUGAL ArjoHuntleigh Pty Ltd ARJO Far East Limited ArjoHuntleigh em Portugal: 78, Forsyth street Unit 3A, 4/F., block B Hoi Luen MAQUET Portugal, Lda. (Distribudor Exclusivo) OConnor Industrial Centre Rua Poeta Bocage n.º 2 - 2G AU-6163 Western Australia 55 Hoi Yuen Road, 1600-233 Lisboa, Portugal Tel: +61 89337 4111...
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GETINGE GROUP is a leading global provider of products and systems that contribute to quality enhancement and cost efficiency within healthcare and life sciences. We operate under the three brands of ArjoHuntleigh, GETINGE and MAQUET. ArjoHuntleigh focuses on patient mobility and wound management solutions.
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