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CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
PATIENT LIFT
NOTE: Follow the maintenance procedures
described in this manual to keep your patient
lift in continuous service.
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.
There is no adjustment or maintenance of either the
casters or brakes, other than cleaning, lubrication and
checking axle and swivel bolts for tightness. Remove
all debris, etc. from the wheel and swivel bearings. If
any parts are worn, replace these parts immediately.
If you question the safety of any part of the lift,
contact your Dealer immediately and advise him/
her of your problem.
Lubrication (FIGURE 1)
The Invacare lift is designed for minimum maintenance;
however, a six (6) month check and lubrication should
ensure continued safety and reliability.
Keep lift and slings clean and in good working order.
Any defect should be noted and reported to your dealer
as soon as possible.
The casters MUST swivel and roll smoothly. A light
grease (waterproof auto lubricant) may be applied
to the ball bearing swivel of the casters once a year.
Apply more frequently if the casters are exposed to
extreme moist conditions.
The connection between the mast and the base should
be cleaned and coated with petroleum jelly prior to
assembly.
Refer to lubrication diagram for lubrication points.
Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe all excess lubricant
from lift surface.
1. Swivel Bar
2. Boom Mounting Bracket
3. Boom / Mast Mount
4. Mast Mounting Bracket
5. Base / Mast Mount
6. Rear Casters
7. Front Caster
8. Front Caster
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT
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FIGURE 1 - LUBRICATION
Wear and Damage
It is important to inspect all stressed parts, such as
slings, spreader bar and any pivot for slings for signs
of cracking, fraying, deformation or deterioration.
Replace any defective parts immediately and ensure
that the lift is not used until repairs are made.
Cleaning
The sling should be washed regularly in water
temperature of 140
A soft cloth, dampened with water and a small
amount of mild detergent, is all that is needed to
clean the patient lift. The lift can be cleaned with
non-abrasive cleaners. Auto wax or furniture polish
will help maintain the sparkling finish over a long
period of time.
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