SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS; CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL (DOCTOR-THERAPIST) BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Front Caster Housing Removal ....36 Positioning the Patient in the Model No. 9742 ACCESSORIES ..........37 Universal Deluxe Sling ........18 Invacare 9833A Weight Module OPERATION ........... 20 (Digital Scale) ..........37 Operating the Patient Lift ........ 20 LIMITED WARRANTY ........39 To Close/Open the Legs of the Base Assembly ............
Dealer for further instructions. The Invacare patient lift is NOT a transport device. It is intended to transfer an individual from one resting surface to another (such as a bed to a wheelchair). Moving a person suspended in a sling over ANY distance is NOT recommended.
FEATURES FEATURES MANUAL / HYDRAULIC LIFT (FIGURE 1) ELECTRIC LIFT (FIGURE 2) Manual / Hydraulic weight limitation is 375 lbs. Electric lift weight limitation is 300 lbs. Mast bolts into base. Can be separated for storage. Mast bolts into base. Can be separated for storage. Operation optimizes lift capabilities.
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FEATURES FEATURES (Cont.) PATIENT SLINGS Model No. 9742 Universal Deluxe Sling (FIGURE 4) WARNING Divided leg design is best suited for high level Use a sling that is recommended by the spinal cord injuries or patients which sling removal individual’s doctor, nurse or medical assistant is more difficult.
If the Patient Lift is to be reshipped by common the patient lift is required. carrier, it should be packed in the same carton. Extra cartons are available from Invacare. Inspection 1. Examine exterior of the Patient Lift for nicks, Unpacking dents, scratches or damages.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY OF THE PATIENT LIFT WARNING Use ONLY Invacare parts in the assembly of this patient lift. The base legs, the mast, boom, pump assembly and the swivel bar are manufactured to specifications that assure correct alignment of all parts for safe functional operation.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY (Cont.) Assembling the Manual / Hydraulic Pump WARNING to the Boom (FIGURE 5) There are two (2) silver plugs in the mounting holes next to the hydraulic pump mounting 1. Remove the covers, bolt, and nut from the bracket on the boom.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY (Cont.) NOTE: Be sure that the bolt is completely WARNING through the holes of the boom assembly There are two (2) silver plugs in the mounting mounting bracket and the actuator assembly. holes next to the actuator mounting bracket on The boom assembly will pivot easily if the the boom.
CONVERSION FROM A MANUAL TO AN ELECTRIC LIFT CONVERSION FROM A MANUAL TO AN ELECTRIC LIFT DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY 4. Place the plastic bushing over the shaft extension of the electric actuator. Removing the Manual / Hydraulic Pump WARNING Assembly (FIGURE 1) There are two (2) silver plugs in the mounting 1.
CONVERSION FROM A MANUAL TO AN ELECTRIC LIFT CONVERSION FROM A MANUAL TO AN ELECTRIC LIFT Attaching the Control Box to the Mast Battery Charging (FIGURE 3) WARNING NEVER use or move the patient lift while NOTE: When positioning the control box on the mast, battery is being charged.
OPENING (FIGURE 1) a toilet or a commode chair. Slings are constructed Invacare slings are designed specifically for use with with a high back section that provides additional Invacare Patient Lifts and made to support the support for the head and neck.
1. Position the patient in the center of the bed and knees. laying flat on his/her back. NOTE: Invacare recommends that two (2) 2. Fold the sling in half (length-wise) and place the assistants (One [1] on each side of the bed) be sling beside the patient.
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ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS ONE-PIECE CONTOUR SLINGS (Cont.) NOTE: Invacare recommends that two (2) assistants (One [1] on each side of the bed) be used when positioning the patient onto a sling. 2. With an assistant on each side of the bed and up...
Model No. 9742 Universal Deluxe Sling NOTE: Headrest is not available on the Model No. 9742 Universal Deluxe Sling. NOTE: Invacare recommends that two (2) assistants (one [1] in front and one [1] in back of the wheelchair) be used when positioning the patient in the universal deluxe sling.
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UNIVERSAL DELUXE SLING UNIVERSAL DELUXE SLING (Cont.) Between Underneath FIGURE 1B - POSITIONING THE PATIENT IN THE MODEL NO. 9742 - UNIVERSAL DELUXE SLING...
Raising/Lowering Manual/Hydraulic Lift or closes position. WARNING WARNING Invacare does NOT recommend locking of the If the shifter handle is NOT positioned rear casters of the patient lift when lifting an completely into its mounting slot, DO NOT use individual. Doing so could cause the lift to tip the patient lift until shifter handle is properly and endanger the patient and assistants.
Raising/Lowering Electric Lift (FIGURE 4) FIGURE 2 - RAISING THE HYDRAULIC PATIENT WARNING LIFT Invacare does NOT recommend locking of the rear casters of the patient lift when lifting an (FIGURE 3) LOWERING THE LIFT . The control individual. Doing so could cause the lift to tip handle MUST be in the OPEN position (control valve and endanger the patient and assistants.
LIFTING THE PATIENT LIFTING THE PATIENT ATTACHING THE SLINGS TO THE PATIENT CAUTION LIFT (FIGURE 1) When connecting the sling to the patient lift, the shortest of the straps MUST be at the back NOTE: Refer to PATIENT LIFT SAFETY SUMMARY in of the patient for support.
DOWN ( ) button is pressed. Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the 2. When the patient is lifted from the bed (with the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts patient’s head supported by the sling and/or an...
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LIFTING THE PATIENT LIFTING THE PATIENT (Cont.) 5. When moving the patient lift away from the bed, turn patient so that he/she faces assistant operating the patient lift (FIGURE 4). 6. Press the DOWN ( ) button (electric) or open control valve (manual / hydraulic) lowering patient so that his feet rest on the base of the lift, straddling the mast.
Patient’s arms should be inside of the straps. Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers. Warranty will be voided.
2. The patient should be elevated high enough to Invacare slings are made specifically for use with clear the standard commode and their weight Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, supported by the patient lift. DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different 3.
Patient’s arms should be patient is removed from the bed or chair. inside of the straps. Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers.
Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. Patient’s arms should be inside of the straps. Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers.
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TRANSFERRING FROM A WHEELCHAIR TO A CAR TRANSFERRING FROM A WHEELCHAIR TO A CAR 4. The lift is moved, by the steering handles, to a 8. While one (1) assistant is holding the patient, position close to the doorway of the car. the other assistant removes the straps from the swivel bar and slides the patient lift out of the 5.
Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers. Warranty will be voided.
Electric actuator in need of Refer to Manual / Hydraulic or service. Electric Actuator Replacement in the CARE AND MAINTENANCE section of this manual. Contact your Dealer. NOTE: If problems are not remedied by the suggested means, please contact your Dealer or Invacare.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST MAINTENANCE SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ITEM INITIALLY INSPECT/ADJUST INSPECT/ADJUST MONTHLY PERIODICALLY THE CASTER BASE Inspect for missing hardware. Base opens/closes with ease. Inspect casters and axle bolts for tightness. Inspect casters for smooth swivel and roll. Apply a light grease to caster ball bearings. SHIFTER HANDLE Operates smoothly.
The Invacare Patient Lift is designed to provide a maximum of safe, efficient and satisfactory service with minimum care and maintenance. All parts of the Invacare Lift are made of the best grades of steel, but metal to metal contact will wear after considerable use.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT Swivel Bar Replacement (FIGURE 3) Base Adjustment (FIGURE 4) The base adjustment should not require any WARNING attention other than: After the first year of use, the hooks of the 1.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT Shifter Handle Adjustment (FIGURE 5) FRONT CASTER REPLACEMENT. 1. Check the free movement of the linkage rods NOTE: When removing the casters from its and tighten or lubricate if necessary. mounting bracket, the caster will come apart as shown in FIGURE 6.
(DIGITAL SCALE) weight module. The Invacare 9833A Weight Module is a compact 2. Use the existing swivel bar hardware (except precision scale system designed specifically for the spacer) and reassemble the weight module to Invacare Patient Lift System.
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ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Operating Instructions Battery Replacement 1. Set the lbs./kg switch to the desired mode. The weight module is powered by a nine (9) volt battery. This should provide approximately 3000 With the swivel bar and sling attached to the readings before needing replacement.
If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare’s option. This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product.
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