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- Page 2 Congratulations on your decision to purchase a GK Lifter. You have acquired an Austrian quality prod- uct which will considerably ease the strain involved in patient care. Due to their advanced ergonomic design, GK Lifters are simple and straightforward to use. In spite of that, we would ask you to study the instructions carefully before operating the lifter.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents ■ Table of contents Safety precautions ······································································· Procedures ················································································· Transfer from bed ··································································· Transfer to bed ······································································ Bathing ·················································································· Components ···················································································· Control panel overview ······························································ Control panel ········································································· Monitoring battery level ························································ Monitoring service status ······················································ Functions 10-15 ···············································································... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions ■ Safety precautions In accordance with MDD regulations, this product may only be operated by personnel trained to use it in an appropriate man- ner. Only personnel instructed in the use of this equipment are authorised to use it. ... -
Page 5: Procedures
Procedures ■ Procedures Transfer from bed By lowering the seat to the level of the mattress it is possible to turn a patient onto the lifter. Attach the safety harness to the mounting points provided. Lower the seat to the mattress level. Lock the castors. -
Page 6: Bathing
Procedures Bathing While being bathed, the resident always stays on the lifter. Fill the bathtub with water and lower it completely. Raise the seat and gently move it over the bathtub. Lock the castors. Raise the bathtub to the desired working height. Lower the seat into the water. -
Page 7: Components
Components ■ Components Control panel Scale attachment (optional) Steering handle Battery pack Hand control unit Swivel grab bar Backrest Small backrest Leg rest (optional) Cover for central section 11A. Castor Ø 125 mm with brake 11B. Castor Ø 125 mm with brake and directional stability Castor Ø... -
Page 8: Control Panel Overview
Control panel overview ■ Control panel overview UP Key BS LED 1 SS LED 1 BS LED 2 SS LED 2 BS LED 3 SS LED 3 DOWN Key Activation point BS —> Battery Status SS —> Service Status Control panel The control panel allows the carer to... -
Page 9: Monitoring Battery Level
Control panel overview Monitoring battery level Battery Status LED 1 on Battery level “full“ —> Several more lifting cycles are possible before re- charging the battery pack. Battery Status LED 2 on Battery level “medium“ —> Only a few more lifts are possible before recharg- ing the battery pack. -
Page 10: Monitoring Service Status
Control panel overview Monitoring service status The Status LEDs serve to monitor the annual safety inspection and the maximum useful life of the motor. Service Status LED 1 on The most recent safety inspection was carried out at least 10 months ago! —>... -
Page 11: Functions
Functions ■ Functions Lifter status “brand new“ The status “brand new” is indicated by altering flashing of SS LED 1, SS LED 2 and SS LED 3. On a brand new lifter, therefore, all other functions of the service status LEDs is deactivated. An initial start-up procedure is required. -
Page 12: Raising / Lowering
Functions Raising / Lowering Holding down UP or DOWN button on the control panel or on the hand control unit raises or lowers the lifter until respective button released. Movement starts gently and gradually increases in speed (soft- start). Movement stops instantaneously. The lifter automatically stops when it has reached the highest or lowest position. -
Page 13: Swivel Grab Bars
During transfer, the patient can use the grab bar as a support, which in- creases his/her feeling of security. Note: The picture shows a GK Novum 1000 with the grab bars closed. The arrows indicate the direction for opening the grab bars. Scale attachment The lift may be equipped with an optional scale at- tachment. -
Page 14: Small Backrest
Functions Small backrest The small backrest serves as a support if the resi- dent is sitting sideways on the lifter. It can be at- tached on either side. It is simply attached to a grab bar (see picture). Castors The lifter is equipped with four castors for horizontal movement. The two rear castors can be braked in order to stop the lifter from moving. -
Page 15: Leg Rest
Functions Leg rest The leg rest provides support for stretched out legs and can be used on either side. It is attached to a grab bar, with its lower sec- tion resting against the seat (see picture). Note: The leg rest can also be used when providing pedicure services. -
Page 16: Battery Pack
Functions Battery pack Your lifter is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It houses two rechargeable 12 V lead acid batteries connected in series. This battery pack supplies a voltage of 24 V. By monitoring the battery level on the control panel you know ex- actly when it is time to recharge the battery pack. -
Page 17: Cleaning & Care
Cleaning & care ■ Cleaning & care Caution: Never use pointed utensils or gritty scouring agents. In case of cleaning agents containing alcohol, these may only have an alcohol content of max. 5 %. Should you be in doubt about the effects of various cleaning agents on the lifter, our local representative will be happy to advise. -
Page 18: Maintenance / Service / Transport Of The Lifter
Cleaning & care / Maintenance / Service / Transport of the Lifter Washing the safety harness: In general the safety harness should be cleaned in a normal way along with the foam padding. However, it can also be washed at regular intervals or in case of special need in compliance with the following instructions. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ■ Troubleshooting Service Status LED 1 flashes Internal 3 V is flat! The safety inspection indicator is not working any longer! —> Check the inspection label for the date of the next safety inspection. —> Contact a GK service agent to replace the internal 3 V battery. -
Page 20: Intended Use / Standards & Regulations
Intended use / Standards & regulations ■ Intended use Mobile transfer system for lifting and transferring patients with restricted mobility (no age restrictions). The transfer system is mainly used in care institutes, to a lesser degree also on hospi- tal wards. It is used in a professional environment by trained and competent personnel. -
Page 21: Technical Data
Technical data ■ Technical data - Lifter GK Novum 1000: Capacity: 200 kg Weight: 60 kg Lifting height: 630 mm Lifting speed: 30 mm/sec Energy supply: 24 V / 2.9 Ah Two lead acid batteries 12 V / 2.9 Ah each... -
Page 22: Identification Plate & Ce Mark
Identification plate & CE mark ■ Identification plate & CE mark Identification plate This plate give you some information about the Product, for instance type, production date, serial number,… CE mark The CE mark has been affixed as proof of its com- pliance with the legal requirements of Appendix I of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC. -
Page 23: Notes
Notes ■ Notes... - Page 24 Georg Krämer Ges.m.b.H. & Co. KG A-4061 Pasching Neuhauserweg 14 Tel. +43 / (0) 7229 / 64450 +43 / (0) 7229 / 70664 service@gk-medizinmechanik.at www.gk-medizinmechanik.at...
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