Albatros II 2022-08 Contents Contents Contents ........................1 Preface........................2 Your product ....................3 Before use ..................... 4 Intended Use ....................4 General safety instructions ................4 Using the patient hoist ................. 5 Operating the lift .................... 5 Slings ......................8 Battery and charging ...................
Vermeiren. Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this patient hoist and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will help you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your product.
Albatros II 2022-08 Your product Your product 1. Buttons for mounting straps 2. Cantilever arm 3. Thorax cushion 4. Slide column 5. Transport holder for motor 6. Motor 7. Leg belt 8. Leg support 9. Chassis 10. Footplate 11. Caster 12.
Be careful with sources of ignition such as lit cigarettes as they may set the sling alight. In case a serious incident has occurred involving your product, notify Vermeiren or your specialist dealer as well as the competent authority in your country.
Albatros II 2022-08 Using the patient hoist Using the patient hoist Operating the lift CAUTION Risk of injuries and/or damage When using the lift, make sure that there is sufficient room around and above it, as the adjustment movements could otherwise lead to damage or injury.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Using the patient hoist 3.1.4 Leg support CAUTION Risk of injuries Do not drop the leg support on the patient when adjusting. The leg support can be mounted on the bar of the patient hoist with the safety pin .
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Albatros II 2022-08 Using the patient hoist The thorax support can be adjusted in 2 different positions 1045 mm, 1200 mm. These positions are measured from the footplate until the top of the thorax support. 1. Remove the safety pin .
Only use appropriate slings for the patients. Do not use damaged slings. Read the full slings manual first. Only use compatible slings approved by Vermeiren. 3.2.1 Attachment points on patient lift A. Attachments thorax belt B. Attachments waist belt C.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Using the patient hoist 3.2.2 Instructions for lifting patient Phase I – Preparation. In this phase, the patient should stay on the footplate and put his feet in the special footrests with the velcro fastening. Then stabilize your feet and legs under your knees by using the velcro belt on the foot- and leg support.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Using the patient hoist Buttons for waist belt attachment View properly how the patient is stabilized.
80% (non-condensing) 3.3.4 Charging the batteries Use only the control box with included battery charger on the Albatros II or the external charger meant to be mounted on the wall. We recommend that you should regularly recharge the batteries in order to ensure that the hoist remains usable and to extend the lifespan of the batteries.
Albatros II 2022-08 Using the patient hoist First use First, insert the supply cable with the connector side into the appropriate connector on the control box. The plug side of the supply cable must be insert in the socket outlet. The loading time is about 24 hours.
The patient hoist is delivered fully assembled by your specialist dealer. The instructions in this chapter are for the specialist dealer. To find a service facility or specialist dealer near you, contact the nearest Vermeiren facility. WARNING: Risk of unsafe limitations - Use only the limitations described in this manual.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment 4.2.2 Assembly WARNING: Risk of clamping - Take care that no body parts and wires get trapped, crushed or cut during assembly. 1. Remove the safety spindle (locking pin) from the bottom end of the pole by gently pressing the button at the head of the spindle.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment 4. Remove the cantilever arm from the top end of the pole . This is possible by pulling on the pen . 5. Mount the slide column with the foot support attachment in the tube of the patient hoist frame.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment Pull the actuator gently out the black clip . 8. Attach the actuator on the cantilever arm by the locking pin . Take care that the actuator is positioned very well between the cantilever arm.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment 4.2.3 Dismantling WARNING: Risk of clamping - Take care that no body parts and wires get trapped, crushed or cut during dismantling. WARNING: Risk of injury - Check the emergency stop (red pushbutton on the control box) is activated, to avoid unintentional adjustment movements.
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Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment Dismantle the actuator (motor) from the cantilever arm by removing the locking pin . Move the actuator to the bottom position and place the actuator in the black clip . Remove the slide and slide holder ...
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Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment Move the cantilever arm to the bottom position . Fasten the pen on the top end of the pole in the hole of the cantilever arm . 10. Remove the safety spindle (locking pin) from the bottom end of the pole by gently pressing the button at the head of the spindle.
Albatros II 2022-08 Installation and adjustment Changing the battery We shall decline all liability for damage caused by the use of improper battery. Do not use the battery at temperatures below +5°C or above +50°C (the ideal is +20°C).
Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons and only genuine replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used (see the maintenance manual). The last page of this manual contains a registration form for the specialist dealer to record each service.
Albatros II 2022-08 Maintenance Shipping and storage Shipping and storage should happen according to the technical specifications in §7. Make sure that the patient hoist is stored dry. Prevent cables from being crushed or bent with kinks. Disconnect the patient hoist from the socket.
Albatros II 2022-08 Maintenance Inspection In principle we recommend one inspection every year, and a minimum of one before usage is resumed. All of the following checks must be performed and documented by authorized persons: Check the cabling (in particular for crushing, wear, cuts, visible parts of the insulation of...
Albatros II 2022-08 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Table 1: Troubleshooting Problem Cause of problem Problem solving Noisy sound of the moving Lubrication is necessary. Lubricate the moving parts. parts (example: cantilever (Do not lubricate the actuator!) arm). Actuator makes an unusual The actuator is damaged.
Albatros II 2022-08 Technical specifications Technical specifications Forward direction...
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Albatros II 2022-08 Technical specifications Table 2: Technical specifications Brand Vermeiren Type Patient hoist Model Albatros II Measurement Dimensions Description in drawing Lowest CAP position* 1060 mm Highest CAP position* 1687 mm Lifting range (range of heights) 637 mm Leg length...
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Albatros II 2022-08 Technical specifications Brand Vermeiren Type Patient hoist Model Albatros II Measurement Dimensions Description in drawing Power outlet max. 250 VA Supply voltage 100-240V ~ max. 37-53 VA Maximum current drawn max. 400 mA Operating temperature +5 to +40°C Relative humidity 20% to 90% at 30°C, non-condensing...
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Service registration form Service registration form This product (name): …………………………………….. was inspected (I), serviced (S), repaired (R) or disinfected (D): By (stamp): By (stamp): By (stamp): Kind of work: I / S / R / D Kind of work: I / S / R / D Kind of work: I / S / R / D Date: Date:...
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Vermeiren GROUP Vermeirenplein 1 / 15 2920 Kalmthout website: www.vermeiren.com Instructions for specialist dealer This instruction manual is part and parcel of the product and must accompany every product sold. Basic UDI: 5415174 123009Albatros I KL Version: B, 2022-08 All rights reserved, including translation.
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