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Safety Product Safety Symbols Please study the symbols below to ensure you understand them completely. They are used on the Person Lift and in the manual to identify warnings and mandatory or prohibited actions. Read and follow all directions in this manual. Maximum user weight.
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Authorized Dealer. Other slings by different manufacturers may have a different balance point, different attachment points and will not be suitable for use with this type of device. Autochair accepts no liability for damage or injury caused by the use of inappropriate slings.
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Safety OPERATOR POSITIONING Keep hands clear of the lift arms during motion. The Person Lift is only doing the lifting, control the lateral movement using the handle on the back of the sling. Stand close to the person being lifted to be able to safely control their movement, refer to the operating instructions for detailed guidance.
Technical PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight of the lifting arm: 18.7lb (8.5kg) Maximum lifting capacity: 330lb (150kg) Maximum range of lift: 21” Power supply: 12v DC Maximum current draw: 20 Amps Product materials: Aluminum & Mild/Stainless Steel Material Finish: Powder coated - Carbon Grey Slings: Standard - XS, S, M, L, XL Double Amputee - S, M, L...
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Technical SLINGS The slings come in various sizes, all rated at 385lb (175kg) weight capacity, which are color coded on the sling edges as follows; Extra Small - White Small - Yellow Medium - Green Large - Red Extra Large - Blue The lifting straps of the sling should be adjusted so that each strap is as short as possible, giving the best lift and the most maneuverability for the person.
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Technical COMPONENT DESCRIPTION SOCKET The Standard Person Lift power socket is located at the side of the mounting post (shown fitted into a vehicle).The cord on the lift should be directly connected. HANDSET The Handset is simple and easy to use, with one button for Up and one for Down.
Operation - Entering ENTERING THE VEHICLE 1. Mount the lift arm, extension arm and spreader bar. Rest the lower mounting lug on the longer lower pin before aligning the top pin.* The arm should slide into place smoothly. Switch the lift on. *WARNING! Ensure that both pins are engaged and the lift arm rotates freely.
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Operation - Entering 4. Raise the person off the seat (remember to 5. Using the handle on the back of the sling, keep lateral control when lifting). maneuver the person closer to the vehicle. 7. Begin to guide the person into the vehicle, 6.
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Operation - Entering 10. Once inside the vehicle, position the person 11. Lower the lift arm until the sling straps are comfortably in the seat. slack then disconnect the straps in the reverse order to connecting. 12. Remove the Person Lift and store it securely in the boot of the vehicle.
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Operation - Exiting EXITING THE VEHICLE 1. Mount the lift arm, extension arm and 2. Connect the sling straps. First connect the spreader bar. leg straps (A), then the side straps (B). 3. Begin to slowly raise the person up out of 4.
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Operation - Exiting WARNING! It may be necessary to help the person’s feet from the vehicle depending on the height of the user, lift setting and vehicle door sill. Be careful to avoid any strain on the person, equipment or you. Lifting the person higher than appears necessary at this stage helps when moving their feet out of the vehicle 7.
Accessories PERSON LIFT ACCESSORIES This Person Lift is available with a range of accessories to make it even more versatile and suitable for use around the home, office or even on holiday. If you’d like to extend the usefulness of your Person Lift with any of our available Accessories;...
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Accessories Person Lift Sling Options Sling sizes and options for any requirements The Person Lift is available with a wide range of sling sizes and arrangements making it suitable for the requirements of almost any user. Slings come in sizes from X-Small to X-Large and are available in a range of materials such as standard polyester, fleece lined for extra comfort and net for greater breathability.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Is the lifting arm extended to the correct length? - This should only be done by a qualified person. Will not lift high enough • Are the straps on the sling set to the correct length? - They should be set as short as possible.
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Troubleshooting WARNING! The orientation of the person should be as shown in the instructions at all times during lift operation. The following images show the CORRECT and INCORRECT sling settings. A poorly set up sling could cause discomfort to the person being lifted. It will also be difficult to use the lift properly and get the person seated correctly.
Care and Maintenance The following routine maintenance should be performed at the indicated intervals. Failure to perform the maintenance procedures at the required intervals may void Autochair’s product warranty. Perform prior to daily use: • Inspect slings, buckles and straps and replace if necessary.
Warranty Product Warranty The warranty period for your Person Lift is detailed in your contract. This warranty will cover any defects of workmanship or function. The warranty does not cover any incorrectly installed Person Lifts or one with damaged mechanical or electrical components due to incorrect use or damage.
Installation Manual The following section is for Authorized Dealers. It contains information relevant to the installation of your Person Lift. ANY MODIFICATIONS OR ADJUSTMENTS TO YOUR PERSON LIFT MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ONLY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE PERSON LIFT BY YOURSELF.
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Components PERSON LIFT PART ID 12 9 12 9 12 9 12 9 14 13 ITEM DESCRIPTION Rear Post Assembly Upper Arm Assembly Lower Arm Assembly Front Post Assembly 330lb (150kg) Actuator Actuator Support Plate Control Board & Switches Control Board Cover Front Post Pin Spacer 0.39x1.81”...
Installing POST BASE & POST ASSEMBLY A) Place 1 onto 2. ITEM DESCRIPTION B) Place 3 onto 4 and insert through 2, Post Taper Nut screwing into 1. C) Following Step 5 (next page), locate Ball Joint through 6 and push 9 onto the parts M10 Spring Washer assembled (Ball Joint).
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Installing D) CONTINUED Whilst keeping the post secure, use a spanner to hold the flats (highlighted) and tighten 4 securely using appropriate Allen Key. This bolt must be very tight 44.25ft-lb (60Nm), which may cause some bulging of the post. POST INSTALLATION - BOTTOM MOUNTING ATTENTION! If a Cill Bracket is required turn to Section 11 (Page 31)
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Installing 6. Disassemble the Post Base parts and assemble to steps A-G on Page 26. Do not fully tighten 8 (M6 Setscrews). 7. Position the Mounting Post and Post Base as near to the vehicle dashboard as possible ensuring that clearance is allowed for the Person Lift to be hooked on & off. Also check the Person Lift clears the corner of the vehicle dash as it rotates on its fixings and that the post will not contact the door when closed.
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Installing 11.Fix the Post and Base into the 12. With the Post and Ball Joint already pre-determined position using M8 x 30 assembled (See Page 26, Steps A-D), set Hexagon Setscrews and Nyloc Nuts with the angle and tighten the Cap Plate 6 down washers.
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Installing 15. The brace bars should be spread as wide 15. CONTINUED - When fitting the Brace Bar as possible. Suitable locations for the transition U Clamp ensure it is as high up the mounting brackets are the vehicle bulkhead, transmission post as possible.
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Installing POST INSTALLATION - TOP MOUNTING 16. Drill two holes Ø0.4134” (10.5mm). 17. Remove the five hole plate and Nyloc Nut from the Transition Bracket. 18. Fit the Brackets through the bulkhead. 19. Carefully measure and cut the threaded rod and sleeve. Then fit them between the rod ends.
Cill Bracket - OPTIONAL Cill Bracket INSTALLATION When installing a Person Lift; it may be necessary to use a Cill Bracket in order to clear large or unusually shaped door Cills or to fit around an extended or protruding dashboard. The following instructions should be used to ensure the Cill Bracket is correctly and safely installed in the vehicle.
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Cill Bracket - OPTIONAL 0.20” (5mm) 25. CONTINUED - DO NOT remove more than 26. Place the Post Base Assembly onto the the 0.20” (5mm) Minimum. If X- 2.2 (X-56) = car floor. less than 0.20” (5mm) then 0.20” (5mm) must be used.
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Sill Bracket - OPTIONAL 0.59” (15mm) 31. Ensure there is a 0.59“ (15mm) gap 32. Mark holes on the fl oor for drilling. between sill and bracket. Ensure the bracket has adequate clearance for removal from post. 33. Remove bracket, post and base plate 34.
Wiring WIRING AND ELECTRICS Control Box Hand Controller ON/OFF Emergency Button ON/OFF L.E.D Flying Lead DOWN Plug Socket (Fitted to Mounting Post) Earth 25A Fuse 470 Ohm Resistors (Next To Battery) Figure (6) Connecting the UP Switch Milford Person Lift Power On L.E.D Brown (Common) DOWN Switch...
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