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M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical OWNER’S MANUAL To Be Retained by Owner After Installation by Authorized Savaria Dealer Rev. 001 27-m09-2024 Part# 001413-EN...
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Built from a heritage of brands including Span, Handicare and Silvalea, Savaria Patient Care is a division of Savaria Corporation (TSX:SIS), a global leader in accessibility. M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
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To avoid potential injury due to the use of inadequate parts, always use only Savaria replacement parts. Regularly scheduled maintenance must be performed on your device by an Authorized Savaria Dealer to ensure safety and proper operation of the device. Refer to the Maintenance section in this manual. NOTE If a serious incident occurs in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer or distributor of the device.
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Australian Sponsor: KD&A PTY LTD 286 Flinders St, Adelaide South Australia, 5000 Copyright 2024 Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc. All rights reserved. M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024...
STANDARD NOTATIONS The following notations may be used throughout this manual to emphasize important safety information, mechanical concerns, and other important information. Please review and follow all of these messages. Danger messages indicate an imminently hazardous DANGER situation, which, if not avoided, results in death or serious injury.
Safety Instructions, before installing, using or maintaining the device. Failure to comply with all WARNINGS in this manual may result in injury. If there is anything you don't understand, contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer for further details. Keep this manual with the device and ensure all operators are fully trained in the use of the device as described in this manual.
The ceiling lift must be installed by an Authorized Savaria Dealer. • Ensure the ceiling lift is used only with a Savaria ceiling track system. If the track system is not from Savaria, ensure the track system is properly assessed by a competent authority for fit, function, and safety.
Maintenance section in this manual. Battery and Charger Safety WARNING Contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer if you are unsure of any of the safety instructions provided below. • Do NOT expose the battery or charger to water or any other liquid.
• Do NOT attempt any repairs to the device, battery or charger. Always contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer for service. M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024...
3. DESCRIPTION Exterior Views Figure 1 Front View with Display Front View without Display Bottom View with Display Bottom View without Display Side View Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024 M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
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Display (Device or Hand Control) NOTE No display means Sleeping Mode / Device Off. Figure 4 Other Visual and Audio Signals Visual/Audio (Beeping) signals shown on display unless otherwise specified Battery Level Very Low Battery has reached a very low level and needs to be recharged soon.
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Error Code #001 (Critical Low Battery) Battery level is critically low and needs to be recharged immediately. Device will only lower and will soon stop functioning. Error will be logged in the Error Messages Log and will disappear when the battery level will have raised above the critical value Error Code #002 (Overheat) Battery has overheated.
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If the problem persists and the device still does not operate, contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer for servicing. Error will be logged in the Error Messages Log and will disappear when the device will have been serviced by a qualified technician.
Main Menu Screen Press the Menu button (hand control or touchpad membrane) to display the Main Menu. Use the Up/Down buttons to navigate into the Main Menu and press the Menu button to select the desired menu. Waiting (no button action) quits the Main Menu or selected menu. Main Menu Screen Main Menu Screen Options Menu Symbol...
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Current Status Date & Time Battery Voltage Battery Temperature Charging Voltage If any, settings of options will also be displayed. Use the Up/Down buttons to navigate. LATERAL DIRECTION CUSTOMIZATION - Default vs Reversed LATERAL SPEED ADJUSTMENT - Speed (%) RTC/RTH ACTIVATION - Enabled vs Disabled RTC/RTH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT - Height (cm)
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Electronic Owner's Manual Scanning the QR Code gives access to the latest device Owner's Manual. Settings NOTE: This Menu is protected by a password and is reserved to qualified technicians. All option's settings are managed in this menu. M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024...
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Symbols in Menu Holding the Menu button when this logo is selected allows to clear the log/cycles count and to quit the menu. NOTE: The clearance of any log or of the cycles count will be logged in the Maintenances Log. Pressing the Menu button when this logo is selected allows to quit the menu.
Hand Control The hand control unit can be used to operate the ceiling lift. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to raise and lower the strap. For a device equipped with lateral motorization, use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons on the 4-button or 5-button hand control to move the ceiling lift along the track.
Symbols The following chart illustrates the symbols that may be used on the nameplate, the packaging and the device. Symbols on nameplate Indicates the medical device manufacturer. This symbol is accompanied by the address of the manufacturer and the date of manufacture. YYYY: Represents the year MM: Represents the month DD: Represents the day...
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Indicates the product was certified by third-party "QPS" Indicates the product complies with the directive (RoHS) Indicates separate collection for waste of electrical and electronic equipment as per WEEE directive Caution Follow instructions for use Consult instructions for use Type BF protection against electrical shocks MAX.LOAD: Refers to the greatest permissible load that can be applied to the product...
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Indicates the product is a medical device according to EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 Symbols on box label Indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed Indicates the range of humidity to which the medical device can be safely exposed Indicates the range of atmospheric pressure to which the medical device can be safely exposed Symbols on device...
4. SPECIFICATIONS WARNING This equipment is not suitable in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixtures with air or oxygen, or with nitrous oxide. Product Product Weight Manual trolley version: 6.3 kg (13.9 lb) Motorized trolley version: 8.3 kg (18.3 lb) Product Life 10 years Safe Working Load (SWL)
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Power Source Battery Battery type: Lithium Ion, 25.2V, 2500 mAh (replaceable) Battery Capacity Approximately 30 cycles of 61 cm (24 in) at 272 kg (600 lb) Approximately 45 cycles of 61 cm (24 in) at 200 kg (440 lb) Approximately 70 cycles of 61 cm (24 in) at 130 kg (286 lb) NOTE: When equipped with the constant charging system in the track, the number of cycles is limited...
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Controls Device Controls UP and DOWN buttons to raise and lower the strap Hand Control UP and DOWN buttons to raise and lower the strap LEFT and RIGHT buttons for lateral movement on motorized trolley models RETURN TO CHARGE button to launch the automated return to charge/home function Hand Control Operating 4 - 4.5N...
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• Independent lifter, 3416xx series WARNING The Independent lifter carry bar having a SWL of 200 kg (440 lb). Ensure that carry bar is used with a lifter having a capacity of maximum 200 kg (440 lb) to prevent exceeding the capacity of the bar that may cause failure of the bar leading to a patient fall and cause injuries Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024 M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
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Slings NOTE To ensure highest level of safety and compatibility, use of slings offered by Savaria Patient Care is highly recommended. Select models with appropriate Safe Working Load and follow all labels and instructions for use regarding proper sizing, application, care, and replacement Various types of compatible slings are shown on the next page.
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Universal without head support Universal with adjustable head support Hygienic Walking Disposable Repositioning Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024 M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
5. USING THE DEVICE WARNING Read the Safety Instructions in this manual BEFORE using the device. The device must NEVER be operated by the person being transferred. In the unlikely case of failure, the patient could get stuck in the unit. Before Transfer •...
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This warning applies especially when the ceiling lift is installed in a track above 2.75 m (9 ft) while the operator height is under 152 cm (5 ft). The red cord can be extended; contact your Savaria dealer for more information. Figure 9...
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4 Verify that the carry bar is well attached to the strap by the presence of the locking ring. Figure 10 Locking ring Carry bar A QRS hook could also be used. It allows a QRS compatible accessory to be quickly attached to and removed from the lift.
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WARNING If the latch does not close safely, DO NOT USE the QRS hook and contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer. 5 Move the ceiling lift over the person to be transferred by pressing the LEFT or RIGHT lateral arrow buttons on the hand control. If the ceiling lift doesn't have a motorized trolley, drag the ceiling lift along the track using the carry bar.
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6 Press the DOWN button on the hand control or touchpad membrane to lower the carry bar above the head (4-point carry bar) or below the chin (2-point carry bar). You need to unfold the sling straps before attaching them to the carry bar hooks. Note that there are different loops on the sling straps (as shown in the following figures) to allow transfer from the sitting or reclined position.
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Figure 11 Long loop Middle loop Short loop Fully seated position Fully reclined position Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024 M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
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7 Some slings are equipped with an adjustable head support feature consisting of two adjustable straps. Tighten the straps as needed for full head support and release them for less support as shown below. Figure 12 Straps released Straps tightened (full support) M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024...
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8 The photos below show the two methods that can be used for the leg straps of a sling (regular or crossed). Figure 13 Leg straps regular position Leg straps crossed position Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024 M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
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9 If using a hygienic sling, install the sling on the chest near the underarm to maximize comfort and stability during transfer (see the photo below). The second photo below illustrates the position for transfer using a hygienic sling. Figure 14 Installing a hygienic sling Position for transfer...
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10 If using a walking sling, install the sling on the chest near the underarm to maximize comfort and stability during transfer (see the photos below). The bottom photo below illustrates the position for transfer using a walking sling. Figure 15 Installing a walking sling Position for transfer using walking sling...
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11 Note that the safety latches are spring-loaded and will close automatically. 12 Lift up on the safety latch with one hand and slide the sling loop onto the carry bar hook with your other hand. The safety latch will spring closed, trapping the sling loop inside the carry bar hook.
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13 Before lifting the person, ensure the sling loops are securely locked in the carry bar hooks and the person is comfortable. Make sure the sling is not caught on any obstruction. WARNING NEVER leave a person unattended during a transfer to prevent the person from falling and sustaining possible injuries.
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17 Once the person is properly seated and there is no more tension in the sling straps, disengage the sling from the carry bar hooks. To do this, lift up on the safety latch containing the sling loop (as shown below) and slide the strap off.
Return to Charge / Return to Home INTENDED USE The return-to-charger “RTC” / return-to-home “RTH” functions are an exclusive on-demand factory-made adjustment allowing the operator of the ceiling lift to intentionally activate an automatic return of the ceiling lift (with no patient on board) to the charging station / to the end of the track (when use in conjunction with constant charge CCR).
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WARNING The RTC/RTH function can be stopped at any time by pressing on any other button on the handset, or by pulling the emergency stop cord. WARNING Although the RTC/RTH includes several security systems, the presence of the operator is recommended throughout the RTC/RTH cycle in order to be able to stop the RTC/RTH in the unlikely event of contact or snagging with an object or person.
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The carry bar will go back to the height set during installation, allowing access to the handset. (This height can be adjusted by performing a ceiling lift adjustment. Contact your local authorized Savaria dealer to adjust it.) Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024 M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
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NOTE The RTC function will shut itself down after a few minutes if the charging station is turned off and the ceiling lift does not find it. The RTH function will shut itself down after a few minutes if the ceiling lift does not find the “home”...
Once the person is lowered safely into the wheelchair or bed, remove the Allen key from the access opening. 5 Call your Authorized Savaria Dealer to service the device. Figure 19 Part# 001413-EN, 27-m09-2024...
Do NOT attempt to use the manual lowering device either as injuries could occur. Switch off the device and make sure there is no more use of the ceiling lift. Contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer to carry out an inspection. M-Series Fixed Ceiling Lift Clinical Owner’s Manual...
Charging the Battery NOTE If the battery level is very low and you press a button, beeps will be heard. The display will show a red battery level and, if device is equipped with a hand control with a display, the battery LED indicators, on the touchpad membrane, will be blinking.
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In the event the device is not used or is stored for a prolonged period of time, it is strongly recommended to have the device charged at least once a month and device turned off to maximize its life span. NOTE The ceiling lift must be in the “ON”...
The device is subject to wear and tear from use. You must perform the checks and actions in the following tables to ensure safety and proper operation. WARNING Contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer to perform the Dealer Checks/Actions. Safety-related maintenance and service must be performed by an Authorized Savaria...
Operator Maintenance Schedule Perform the following checks/actions as indicated. If any of the checks fail, contact your Authorized Savaria Dealer for service or replacement of parts. Operator Check/Action Frequency Charge the battery Before every use Check the device strap for wear...
Every 2 years Lubricate the transmission spool gear Every 2 years WARNING To avoid potential injury, use ONLY Savaria parts when replacing parts. To prevent the person from falling (or objects from falling) that may cause injuries to the person, the operator or other persons, always reinstall the track end stops if they were removed for servicing.
Inspection and Cleaning To clean the device, wipe down the casing with a damp cloth using warm water and a cleaner. Follow with a clean damp cloth to remove excess cleaner. Finish with a dry cloth to remove excess moisture. You can also use wipes that have a 70% v/v solution of isopropyl alcohol.
Cleaning the Sling Clean the sling according to the symbols on the label (see below). Wash at a temperature up to the one indicated on the label, do not iron, do not use bleach and do not tumble dry; air drying is recommended. Wash normally at a temperature up to the one indicated on the label.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Do NOT open the device casing. Only an Authorized Savaria Dealer is qualified to open it. Modifications made to the device by someone other than a qualified technician may cause serious injury. Problem Action The unit starts and stops If the load is greater that the Safe Working Load of repeatedly.
8. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Electromagnetic Compliance The device has been tested for compliance with current regulatory standards in regards to EMI (electromagnetic interference). WARNING Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally.
Electromagnetic Immunity Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity - For All Equipment and Systems The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Immunity test IEC 60601 test Compliance Electromagnetic level level environment - guidance Electrostatic +/-8 kV contact +/-8 kV contact Floors should be wood,...
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Electromagnetic Immunity (continued) Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity - For All Equipment and Systems The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Immunity test IEC 60601 test Compliance Electromagnetic level level environment - guidance Radiated RF 10 V/m 10 V/m...
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Electromagnetic Immunity (continued) NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency applies. NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. (a) Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy.
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