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Costcare L400C User Manual

Electric standard & electric bariatric mobile patient lift
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Electric Standard
Electric Bariatric
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(Item: L400C & L400XC)
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 Electric Standard Electric Bariatric & (Item: L400C & L400XC) 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION ........................2 ...................... 2 TANDARD YMBOLS AND ARNING ABELS .............................. 2 NTENDED ............................ 3 AFETY RECAUTIONS ............................7 XPECTANCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION .........................8 ..............................8 ATIENT EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY ........................9 ......................... 9 NPACKING THE ATIENT ........................11 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

    DO NOT attempt any transfer without approval of the patient’s physician, nurse or medical assistant. The lifters 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...
  • Page 5 After each wash (in accordance with instructions on the sling), inspect sling(s) for wear, tears, and loose stitching. Bleached, torn, cut, frayed, or broken slings are unsafe and could result in injury, and should be DISCARDED immediately. 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).
  • Page 6 During transfer, with patient suspended in a sling attached to the lift, DO NOT roll caster base over uneven surfaces that could cause the patient lift to tip over. Use steering handle on the mast at all times to maneuver the patient lift. 1.3.5 Transferring the Patient WARNING When the patient is elevated a few inches off a stationary surface and before moving...
  • Page 7 After the first year of operation, inspect the swivel bar and the eye of the boom (to which it attaches) for wear. If the metal is worn, the parts MUST be replaced. Make this inspection every six months thereafter. Inspect the casters and axle bolts every six months to check for tightness and wear. Regular maintenance of patient lifts and accessories is necessary to ensure proper operation.

  • Page 8: Life Expectancy

    1.3.9 Radio Frequency Interference WARNING Most electronic equipment is influenced by Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). CAUTION should be exercised with regard to the use of portable communication equipment in the area around such equipment. If RFI causes erratic behavior, PUSH the Red Power Switch OFF IMMEDIATELY.

  • Page 9: Technical Specification

    2.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 2.1 Patient Lift L400C L400XC Standard Electric Lift Bariatric Electric Lift Height at Sling Hook-up - 67” 70.5” Height at Sling Hook-up - 17.8” 22.3” Base Width OPEN 40” 40” BASE Width Closed 25” 25” Base Height (Clearance) 4.5”...

  • Page 10: 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 11 Wrench x 1 Allen Wrench x 2 (size M8 & M10) YOU SHOULD PREPARE THE FOLLOWING TOOLS FOR THE LIFT ASSEMBLY: Crosshead Screwdriver x 1 (For Bariatric Lift Only) Not all items provided in the carton are shown in the above. Pinch guards, bolts, washers and nuts are fastened to their intended locations and therefore omitted from the illustration.

  • Page 12: Assembling The Patient Lift

    3.2 Assembling the patient lift WARNING Use only parts supplied by the manufacturer for assembly. The base legs, the mast, boom, actuator assembly and the swivel bar are manufactured to specifications that assure correct alignment of all parts for safe operation. 3.2.1 Assembling the mast to the base Step on the locking levers to lock the two rear casters at the base.
  • Page 13 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 boom to the mast Step on the locking levers to lock the two rear casters at the base.
  • Page 14 Be sure that the bolt is completely through the holes of the boom assembly mounting bracket and the actuator assembly. The boom assembly will pivot easily if the mounting hardware is aligned properly when the boom assembly is secured. 3.2.4 Assembling the control box to the mast Slide the control box onto the mounting bracket on the boom.
  • Page 15 Standard Lift Control Box Bariatric Lift Control Box...
  • Page 16 3.2.5 Installing the shifter handle Line-up the shifter handle opening with the threaded connector at the base. II. Turn the shifter handle clockwise and securely tighten into the base. III. Secure the shifting handle in place with a cross head screw.

  • Page 17: 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 lifter and grasp the shifter handle. Swivel the shifter handle to open and close the legs of the base. The shifter handle MUST lock into its mounting slot to lock the legs in the full close/open position.
  • Page 18 4.1.2 Using the hand pendant control 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 19 4.1.3 Activating the Mechanical Emergency Release All lift actuators are built with a Mechanical Emergency Release. The mechanical release enables the actuator to retract without power. To activate the emergency release, continue to rotate the emergency release knob clockwise, at the top of the actuator.

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    Bariatric Lifter 4.2 Charging the Battery It is recommended that the battery should be recharged daily to prolong battery life. The battery status can be viewed on the battery display on the hand pendant control. 4.2.1 Charging the battery with power cord Use the charging cord provided in the carton, plug the pins into an appropriate grounded electrical socket.
  • Page 21 Standard Lifter Bariatric Lifter 4.2.2 Charging the battery with standalone charger The standalone charger is an accessory and should be ordered separately. For standard lifter, flip open the hinged lid at the top of the control box to expose the internal battery. Lift the battery up and out away from the control box. II.

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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 24: Transferring The Patient

    connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto the bed and rectify the issue. III. When the patient is lifted from the bed (with the patient’s head supported), he/she will be raised to a sitting position. IV.
  • Page 25 V. Lift up on legs with one hand and tilt the patient back with the other hand. VI. The second assistant should pull the patient lift away from the car until the patient is completely clear of the door frame. VII.
  • Page 26 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 27: 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 28: Detecting Wear And Damage

    INSTITUTIONAL IN-HOME INSPECT & INSPECT & ITEM INITIALLY ADJUST ADJUST (MONTHLY) (6 MONTHS) THE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY - Inspect hardware on mast and boom - Inspect joints with mast and boom - Inspect for wear and tear. Return to the supplier where damaged - Cycle to ensure smooth quiet operation - Check the emergency release operates...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Replacing The Electric Actuator

    6.5 Replacing the Electric Actuator Remove the shoulder bolt, nut, and washer that secure the electric actuator to the mast mounting bracket. II. Rest the boom on your shoulder and remove the bolt, nut, washer, and plastic bushing from the boom mounting bracket. III.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Swivel Bar

    6.6 Replacing the Swivel Bar The hanger bar comes attached to the boom with bolt, nut, washers, and pinch guard. II. Remove existing hardware and replace the hanger bar. Angled bar for standard lifter Straight bar for bariatric lifter 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 32: Maintaining The Base Adjustment

    6.7 Maintaining the Base Adjustment The base adjustment should not require any attention other than: Check the squareness of the legs when in the closed position. II. Place a square on the inside of the legs and base to determine the 90° alignment. III.
  • Page 33 6.8.2 Replacing front casters Turn and place the lift on its side. II. Remove the bolt and nut securing the existing front caster assembly to the fork. III. Position the new/existing washer between the two new casters. IV. Align the mounting holes in the new front caster assembly and the fork. V.

  • Page 34: Cleaning

    6.8.3 Replacing caster forks Turn and place the lift on its side. II. Remove the front or rear caster from the lift. Refer to Section 6.8.1 and 6.8.2. III. Unscrew the existing fork from the base. IV. Install the new fork onto the base. V.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Guide

    7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTIONS Actuator idle when lift Battery Low. Recharge battery with power buttons are pressed. cable or wall charger. Hand control or actuator Ensure tight connection of all connector loose. connectors to control box. RED emergency stop button Rotate the emergency button pressed in.

  • Page 36: 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 37: Appendix - Service Record

    APPENDIX – SERVICE RECORD DATE PERFORMED BY CONDITION REPORT...
  • Page 38 DATE PERFORMED BY CONDITION REPORT...
  • Page 39 www.costcaremed.com 1-714-349-8331...

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