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Costcare L300C User Manual

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Manual Hydraulic (Item: L300C)
Mobile Patient Lift
User Manual
DEALERS: This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift.
USER: Before using this patient lift, read this manual and save for future reference.
CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to adjust or operate patient lift without carefully reading all instruction in
this manual.

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  • Page 1 Manual Hydraulic (Item: L300C) Mobile Patient Lift User Manual DEALERS: This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift. USER: Before using this patient lift, read this manual and save for future reference. CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to adjust or operate patient lift without carefully reading all instruction in...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION ........................2 ...................... 2 TANDARD YMBOLS AND ARNING ABELS .............................. 2 NTENDED ............................ 3 AFETY RECAUTIONS ............................6 XPECTANCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION .........................7 ..............................7 ATIENT EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY ........................8 ......................... 8 NPACKING THE ATIENT ......................... 9 SSEMBLING THE PATIENT LIFT EQUIPMENT OPERATION .........................

  • Page 3: General Information

    1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Standard Symbols and Warning Labels Warnings Signal words with symbols are used in this manual to highlight hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words and symbols. DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    The lifts are intended for users who fully understood the content of this manual and is not intended for use by children. 1.3 Safety Precautions 1.3.1 Assembling the Lift WARNING DO NOT overtighten the mounting hardware as this will damage the mounting brackets.
  • Page 5 DO NOT alter slings. Be sure to check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced, to ensure that it is properly attached before the patient is removed from a stationary object (bed, chair or commode). If the patient is in a wheelchair, secure the wheel locks in place to prevent chair movements that could lead to potential falls.
  • Page 6 1.3.5 Transferring the Patient WARNING When the patient is elevated a few inches off a stationary surface and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto the bed and rectify the issue.

  • Page 7: Life Expectancy

    Regular maintenance of patient lifts and accessories is necessary to ensure proper operation. DO NOT overtighten mounting hardware. This will damage mounting brackets. 1.3.7 Disposal WARNING This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer. This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.

  • Page 8: Technical Specification

    2.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 2.1 Patient Lift L300C Model Type Hydraulic Manual Lift Height at Sling Hook-up - MAX 57.5” Height at Sling Hook-up - MIN 14” Base Width OPEN 40” BASE Width Closed 23” Base Height (Clearance) 5” Base Length 41.3”...

  • Page 9: Equipment Assembly

    3.0 EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY 3.1 Unpacking the Patient Lift WARNING To avoid injury, DO NOT attempt to remove the lift from the carton without assistance. Unpack the components from the shipping carton. II. Upon unpacking your patient lift, the package should contain all of the following components.

  • Page 10: Assembling The Patient Lift

    3.2 Assembling the patient lift WARNING Use only parts supplied by the manufacturer for assembly to ensure correct alignment of all parts for safe operation. 3.2.1 Assembling the boom/mast assembly to the base Step on the locking levers to lock the two rear casters at the base. II.
  • Page 11 WARNING For storage or transport, the mast may be disconnected from the base. Each time the mast is removed and returned to the base, the mast MUST be properly secured to the base assembly. 3.2.2 Assembling the hydraulic pump to the boom The bottom of the hydraulic pump assembly will be preassembled to the mast.
  • Page 12 3.2.3 Installing the shifter handle I. Insert the threaded end of the shifter handle into the handle’s mounting barrel. Rotate the shifter handle clockwise until the handle is tightly locked in place. II. Tighten then screw to secure the handle in place.

  • Page 13: Equipment Operation

    4.0 EQUIPMENT OPERATION 4.1 Operating the patient lift 4.1.1 Closing/Opening the Legs of the lift base Stand at the rear of the lift and grasp the shifter handle with one hand and hold the steering handle with the opposite hand for balance. II.
  • Page 14 4.1.2 Raising/lowering the lift WARNING The rear casters of the patient lift should not be locked when lifting an individual. Locked casters could cause the lift to tip and endanger the patient and assistants. It is recommended that the rear casters be left unlocked during lifting procedures to allow the patient lift to stabilize itself when the patient is initially lifted from a chair, bed or any stationary object.

  • Page 15: Lifting The Patient

    5.0 LIFTING THE PATIENT 5.1 Preparing the lift for use 5.1.1 Positioning the lift for use With the legs of the base open and locked, use the steering handle to push the patient lift into position. II. Lower the patient lift for easy attachment of the sling. WARNING The legs of the lift must be in the maximum open position and the shifter handle locked in place for optimum stability and safety.

  • Page 16: Lifting/Moving The Patient

    5.1.3 Prepare the Sling at Seated Position WARNING Where the patient is seated in a wheelchair, the wheels MUST be locked when putting on the sling. Lean patient forward and set the folded sling behind the patient’s back. Set the sling as far down as possible until it touches the back of the seat.

  • Page 17: Transferring The Patient

    WARNING When the patient is elevated a few inches off the surface of the bed and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto the bed and rectify the issue.
  • Page 18 II. Attach the sling to the swivel bar. III. Lift the patient up off of seat until straps are taut. IV. Turn patient with sling until legs are outside of car. V. Lift up on legs with one hand and tilt the patient back with the other hand. VI.
  • Page 19 5.3.3 Transferring the patient for using a bath Move the patient from the bed onto the wheelchair, refer to Transferring the patient to a wheelchair section of this manual. II. The patient should be elevated high enough to clear the wheelchair and their weight supported by the lift.

  • Page 20: Maintenance & Cleaning

    6.0 MAINTENANCE & CLEANING 6.1 Maintenance Schedule INSTITUTIONAL IN-HOME INSPECT & INSPECT & ITEM INITIALLY ADJUST ADJUST (MONTHLY) (6 MONTHS) THE CASTER BASE - Base opens/closes with ease - Inspect for missing hardware - Inspect casters and axle bolts for tightness - Inspect casters for smooth swivel and roll - Inspect and clear debris on casters SHIFTER HANDLE...

  • Page 21: Detecting Wear And Damage

    INSTITUTIONAL IN-HOME INSPECT & INSPECT & ITEM INITIALLY ADJUST ADJUST (MONTHLY) (6 MONTHS) THE HYDRAULIC PUMP ASSEMBLY - Inspect hardware on mast and boom - Inspect joints with mast and boom - Inspect for wear and deformation - Check for leakage SLING AND HARDWARE - Check all sling attachments EACH TIME IT IS USED* to ensure proper connection and...

  • Page 22: Checking And Tightening Mast Pivot Bolt

    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. Refer to the below figure for lubrication points. Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe all excess lubricant from lift surface.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Hydraulic Pump

    6.5 Replacing the Hydraulic Pump Remove the clevis pin and split ring that secure the hydraulic pump to the boom mounting bracket. II. Rest the boom on your shoulder, rotate lock nut at the bottom of the hydraulic pump anti-clockwise to loosen the hydraulic pump from the mast mounting bracket.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Swivel Bar

    6.6 Replacing the Swivel Bar The hanger bar comes attached to the boom with a swivel bar pin, bolt, nut, nut cap, and washers. II. Remove existing hardware and replace the hanger bar. WARNING After the first year of use, the hooks of the swivel bar and mounting brackets of the boom should be inspected every six months to determine the extent of wear.

  • Page 25: Replacing The Casters/Forks

    6.7 Replacing the Casters/Forks 6.7.1 Replacing casters Turn and place the lift on its side. II. Remove the bolt and nut securing the existing rear caster to the fork. III. Install the new/existing bearing into the new caster. IV. Align the mounting holes in the new caster and the fork. V.

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    6.8 Cleaning 6.8.1 Cleaning the lift 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 sparking finish over a long period of time.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Guide

    7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTIONS Pump assembly idle when Hydraulic pump in need of Reduce load. Replace if worn. pump handle is engaged. service or load is too high. Patient lift feels loose. Mast/Base joint loose. Refer to Section 3.2 & 6.4. Casters/Brakes noisy or stiff.

  • Page 28: Limited Warranty

    In the event of a defect covered by this warranty, Costcare will, at Costcare's option, repair or replace the device. The warranty provides only for replacement of defective parts and does not cover shipping and labor charges.

  • Page 29: Appendix 1 - Risk Assessment

    APPENDIX 1 – RISK ASSESSMENT Likelihood Severity of Harm of Harm Control Measures and Suggested Hazard (High/ (High/ Actions Medium/ Medium/ Low) Low) Entrapment Medium The lifts have been designed to minimize risk of entrapment. Ergonomic Appropriate slings should be used for lifting taller people, to prevent the patient’s head from hitting the swivel bar.

  • Page 30: Appendix 2 - Service Record

    APPENDIX 2 – SERVICE RECORD DATE PERFORMED BY CONDITION REPORT...
  • Page 31 DATE PERFORMED BY CONDITION REPORT...
  • Page 32 www.costcaremed.com 1-714-485-2206...

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