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Invacare Reliant 600 User Manual

Invacare Reliant 600 User Manual

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Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600
RPL450-2, RPL600-2
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Battery-Powered Patient Lift
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  • Page 1 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 RPL450-2, RPL600-2 en-us Battery-Powered Patient Lift User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference. PROVIDER: Keep this manual.
  • Page 2 Tous droits réservés. La réédition, la reproduction ou la modification du présent document en tout ou en partie est interdite sans l’autorisation écrite d’Invacare. Les marques de commerce sont indiquées par les symboles ™ et ®. Toutes les marques de commerce sont la propriété d’Invacare Corporation ou de ses filiales, ou leur ont été...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5 Assembly Contents 5.1 Assembling the Patient Lift 5.1.1 Unpacking the Patient Lift 5.1.2 Assembling the Mast to the Base 1 General 5.1.3 Assembling the Boom Actuator 1.1 Symbols 5.1.4 Installing the Leg Actuator to the Base 1.1.1 Warnings 5.1.5 Mounting the Battery Charger 1.1.2 Other Symbols 5.2 Installing the Shifter Handle 1.2 Service Life...
  • Page 4 10 Maintenance 10.1 Maintenance Safety Inspection Checklist 10.2 Lubricating the Lift 10.3 Detecting Wear and Damage 10.4 Cleaning the Sling and Lift 10.5 Replacing the Boom Actuator 10.5.1 Checking and Tightening the Mast Pivot Bolt 10.6 Replacing the Hanger Bar 10.7 Maintaining the Base Adjustment 10.8 Replacing the Casters and Forks 10.8.1 Replacing the Rear Casters...

  • Page 5: General

    1  General 1 General 1.1 Symbols 1.1.1 Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words. DANGER! -Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 6: Service Life

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. Invacare warrants the products manufactured to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years on the lift and one year on the slings, hydraulic pump / electric components from the date of purchase.
  • Page 7 LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE’S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.

  • Page 8: Safety

    ACCESSORIES WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

  • Page 9: Operating Information

    2.2.1 General WARNING! -The Invacare patient lift is NOT a transport device. It is intended to transfer an individual from one resting surface to another (such as a bed to a wheelchair). -DO NOT attempt any transfer without approval of the patient’s physician, nurse, or medical assistant. Thoroughly read the instructions in this user manual, observe a trained team of experts perform the lifting procedures, and then perform the entire lift procedure several times with proper supervision and a capable individual acting as a patient.

  • Page 10: Pinch Points And Positioning

    2.2.4 Lift Operation WARNING! -Although Invacare recommends that two assistants be used for all lifting preparation and transferring-from and transferring-to procedures, our equipment will permit proper operation by one assistant. The use of one assistant is based on the evaluation of the healthcare professional for each individual case.

  • Page 11: Using The Sling

    2.2.5 Using the Sling WARNING! -Use an Invacare-approved sling recommended by the individual’s doctor, nurse or medical assistant for the comfort and safety of the individual being lifted. -DO NOT use any kind of plastic-back incontinence pad or seating cushion between the patient and the sling material that may cause the patient to slide out of the sling during transfer.

  • Page 12: Lifting The Patient

    -Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. The patient's arms should be inside of the straps. -Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare patient lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers. The warranty will be voided.

  • Page 13: Transferring The Patient

    -The pump is sealed at the factory. DO NOT attempt to open the pump or obtain local service as this will VOID the warranty and might result in damage. Consult your dealer or contact Invacare for more information. -After the first year of use, the hooks of the hanger bar and the mounting brackets of the boom should be inspected every three months to determine the extent of wear.

  • Page 14: Electrical And Grounding

    WARNING! GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. When a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

  • Page 15: Radio Frequency Interference

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 2.3 Radio Frequency Interference WARNING! Risk of Injury or Damage -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 16: Product Labeling

    3  Product Labeling 3 Product Labeling Fig. 3-1 1145810-E...

  • Page 17: Technical Data

    4  Technical Data 4 Technical Data 4.1 Patient Lift 450 LB 600 LB Low Profile RPL450-2 Low Profile RPL600-2 Height at Sling Hookup–Maximum 74 inches 68 inches Height at Sling Hookup–Minimum 24 inches 28 inches Base Width–Open 41.0 inches Base Width–Closed 26.5 inches Base Height (Clearance) 4.5 inches...

  • Page 18: Full-Body, Divided-Leg, And Toileting Slings

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 Audio Low Battery Alarm Motor Safety Devices Anti-Entrapment Approximate Lifts per Charge 100-200 cycles per charge (varies depending upon load and stroke) Warranty Pump/Electronics 1 year 4.2 Full-Body, Divided-Leg, and Toileting Slings Heavy Duty w/o Heavy Duty w/...

  • Page 19: Reliant Scale Rls6

    4  Technical Data 4.3 Reliant Scale RLS6 Weight Range Up to 600 lb (272.7 kg) Resolution +/- 0.2 lb (0.1 kg) Display Liquid Crystal Digital Automatic Power Down Two (2) minutes Size 5 3/4 in L X 3 5/8 in W X 4 in H (14.6 X 9.2 X 10.2 cm) Weight .55 lb (.25 kg) Power...

  • Page 20: Assembly

    5.1 Assembling the Patient Lift WARNING! -Use only Invacare parts in the assembly of the patient lift. The base legs, the mast, boom, pump assembly, and the hanger bar are manufactured to specifications that assure correct alignment of all parts for safe, functional operation.

  • Page 21: Assembling The Mast To The Base

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 5.1.2 Assembling the Mast to the Base 1. If locking-type casters are on the patient lift, lock them. 2. Remove the shoulder bolt, nut, and washer that secure the mast in the U-shape cutout of the base.

  • Page 22: Assembling The Boom Actuator

    5  Assembly Fig. 5-3 WARNING! The mast may be removed from the base for storage or transport. Each time the mast is removed and returned to the base, the mast MUST be properly secured to the base assembly. 5.1.3 Assembling the Boom Actuator CAUTION! DO NOT overtighten the nut and bolt.
  • Page 23 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 1. Remove the shoulder bolt, washer, and nut from the mounting bracket on the boom assembly. Ensure the pre-installed bushings are in the actuator rod eye. 2. Unpack the pinch guard from the patient lift carton. The bottom of the boom actuator assembly will already be assembled to the mast mounting bracket.

  • Page 24: Installing The Leg Actuator To The Base

    5  Assembly 5.1.4 Installing the Leg Actuator to the Base 1. Slide the leg actuator into the slot in the base of the patient lift (Detail B). Fig. 5-5 2. To secure the leg actuator to the pivot bracket (Detail A): WARNING! Ensure there is sufficient room to turn the patient lift on its side and the floor area is clear of debris;...

  • Page 25: Mounting The Battery Charger

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 Fig. 5-6 A. Turn the patient lift on its side. B. Position the slot in the leg actuator over the pivot bracket. C. Install the pin through the leg actuator and pivot bracket and secure with a hitch pin.
  • Page 26 5  Assembly 1. Place the battery charger with the mounting bracket on the wall at the desired position. 2. With a pencil, mark the middle hole position. 3. Measure 6 1/2 inches below the pencil mark, and drill one mounting hole. 4.

  • Page 27: Installing The Shifter Handle

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 5.2 Installing the Shifter Handle 1. Remove the shifter handle from the packaging carton. 2. Align the shifter handle threads with the threaded opening in the base. 3. Turn the shifter handle clockwise and securely tighten into the base.

  • Page 28: Operation

    Although Invacare recommends that two assistants be used for all lifting preparation and transferring from and transferring to procedures, the equipment will permit proper operation by one assistant. The use of one assistant is based on the evaluation of the healthcare professional for each individual case.
  • Page 29 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 Raising/Lowering the Boom To raise the patient lift, press the Boom Up button (Up arrow) to raise the boom and the patient. To lower the patient lift, press the Boom Down button (Down arrow) to lower the boom and the patient.

  • Page 30: Activating A Mechanical Emergency Release

    6  Operation 6.1.2 Activating a Mechanical Emergency Release Primary Emergency Release To activate the primary emergency release, insert a pen into the hole labeled “emergency” on the control box of the lift and push down on the boom at the same time.

  • Page 31: Performing An Emergency Stop

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 6.1.3 Performing an Emergency Stop Press the RED/ORANGE emergency button on the control box to stop the lift arms and the patient from raising or lowering. Rotate the RED/ORANGE emergency stop button clockwise to disengage the emergency stop.

  • Page 32: Mounting The Battery Charger Charging The Battery

    6  Operation 6.2 Mounting the Battery Charger Charging the Battery Invacare recommends the battery be recharged daily to prolong battery life. An audible alarm will sound (horn will beep) when the battery is low. 1. Lift up on the handle on the back of the battery.
  • Page 33 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 4. Lift up on the handle on the back of the battery. 5. Lift the battery up and out, away from the battery charger. CAUTION! -Make sure there is an audible click when mounting the battery on the battery charger to confirm proper mounting;...

  • Page 34: Patient Lifting

    7.1 Preparing the Lift for Use Although Invacare recommends that two assistants be used for all lifting preparation, transferring from and transferring to procedures, our equipment will permit proper operation by one assistant. The use of one assistant is based on the evaluation of the healthcare professional for each individual case.

  • Page 35: Attaching Slings To The Lift

    Model Nos. R110–R117 Full Body Slings and Model No. R121 Toileting Sling have four sling straps. Model Nos. R100–R102 have six sling straps. Invacare Lift Hanger Bars have three hookup points per side. The middle hookup is used ONLY for slings that have three sets of straps per side.

  • Page 36: Lifting/Moving The Patient

    -Adjust for safety and comfort before moving the patient. -DO NOT use slings and patient lifts from different manufacturers. Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare patient lifts. Injury or damage may occur.
  • Page 37 -Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. The patient's arms should be inside of the straps. -Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT use slings and patient lifts from different manufacturers.
  • Page 38 7  Patient Lifting Fig. 7-3 1145810-E...

  • Page 39: Patient Transferring

    Slings with commode openings are designed to be used with either a commode chair or standard commode. Invacare recommends that the sling remain connected to the hanger bar hooks during the patient’s use of either the commode chair or a standard commode.
  • Page 40 -Adjust for safety and comfort before moving the patient. The patient's arms should be inside the straps. -DO NOT use slings and patient lifts from different manufacturers. Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare patient lifts. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

  • Page 41: Transferring To A Commode Chair

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 8.1.1 Transferring to a Commode Chair 1. Before lifting the patient from the bed, refer to 7.1.2 Attaching Slings to the Lift, page 35. For operation of the patient lift, refer to 6 Operation, page 28. 2. Lift the patient from the bed. Refer to 7.2 Lifting/Moving the Patient, page 36.

  • Page 42: Transferring To A Standard Commode

    The Invacare patient lift is NOT intended as a transport device. If the bathroom facilities are NOT near the bed or if the patient lift cannot be easily maneuvered toward the commode, the patient MUST be transferred to a wheelchair and transported to the bathroom facilities before using the patient lift again to position the patient on a standard commode.

  • Page 43: Transferring The Patient To A Bathing Unit

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 9. To return or place the patient in a wheelchair, refer to 8.3 Transferring the Patient to a Wheelchair, page 43. 10. To return the patient to bed, reverse the procedures for patient lift, operation, and sling attachment.
  • Page 44 8  Patient Transferring 4. Engage the rear wheel locks of the wheelchair to prevent movement of the chair. WARNING! -The wheelchair wheel locks MUST be in a locked position before lowering the patient into the wheelchair for transport; otherwise, injury may occur. Use the straps or handles on the side and the back of the sling to guide the patient’s hips into the seat as far back as possible for proper positioning.
  • Page 45 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 Fig. 8-2 1145810-E...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    9  Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Troubleshooting SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTION Refer to 5 Assembly, page 20. Mast/Base joint is loose. Refer to 10.7 Maintaining the Base Adjustment, page Patient lift feels loose. Tie-rods are loose. Refer to 10.8 Replacing the Casters and Forks, page Casters/Brakes noisy or stiff.
  • Page 47 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTION Hand control or actuator connector is Charge the batteries. Refer to 6.2 Mounting the loose. Battery Charger Charging the Battery, page 32. Battery low. Rotate the RED emergency stop button CLOCKWISE RED emergency stop button pressed IN.
  • Page 48 Lift arms will not lower during Refer to 10.5.1 Checking and Tightening the Mast boom and mast may not be properly a power retraction. Pivot Bolt, page 54. installed. If symptoms are not remedied by the suggested solutions, contact your dealer or Invacare. 1145810-E...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 10 Maintenance 10.1 Maintenance Safety Inspection Checklist INSTITUTIONAL IN-HOME INITIAL MONTHLY PART TASK SIX-MONTH INSPECTION INSPECTION/ INSPECTION ADJUSTMENT Inspect for missing hardware. Ensure the base opens/closes with ease. Inspect the casters and axle bolts for tightness. CASTER BASE Inspect the casters for smooth swivel and roll.
  • Page 50 10  Maintenance INSTITUTIONAL IN-HOME INITIAL MONTHLY PART TASK SIX-MONTH INSPECTION INSPECTION/ INSPECTION ADJUSTMENT Check all hardware and the hanger bar supports. Inspect for bends or deflections. Inspect bolted joints of boom for wear. Inspect to ensure the boom is centered between the base BOOM legs.
  • Page 51 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 cause wear after considerable use.

  • Page 52: Lubricating The Lift

    10  Maintenance 10.2 Lubricating the Lift The Invacare lift is designed for minimum maintenance. However, a six-month check and lubrication should ensure continued safety and reliability. Keep the lift and slings clean and in good working order. Any defect should be noted and reported to your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Boom Actuator

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 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. 10.5 Replacing the Boom Actuator 1. Remove the nut, washer, and shoulder bolt that secure the actuator to the mast mounting bracket.

  • Page 54: Checking And Tightening The Mast Pivot Bolt

    10  Maintenance Fig. 10-2 10.5.1 Checking and Tightening the Mast Pivot Bolt 1. Lift up the back of the rubber boot and slide it off the mast along the boom. 2. Ensure the bolt is through the bracket and the locknut is tight and secure. 1145810-E...

  • Page 55: Replacing The Hanger Bar

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 3. If needed, do one or both of the following: Tighten the locknut, and back off the locknut 1/8 of a turn. Replace the locknut. 4. Reposition the rubber boot. Fig. 10-3 10.6 Replacing the Hanger Bar...
  • Page 56 10  Maintenance 1. Note the hanger bar comes attached to the boom with a bolt, nut, washers, and pinch guard. Refer to the images in this section for bolt and washer placement. Washers should be placed against both sides of the hanger bar bracket to eliminate damage. The hanger bar has three hooks on both ends to attach the sling that supports the patient during lifting.

  • Page 57: Maintaining The Base Adjustment

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 10.7 Maintaining the Base Adjustment The base adjustment should not require any attention other than: 1. Check the squareness of the legs when in the closed position. 2. Place a square on the inside of the legs and base to determine 90° alignment.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Casters And Forks

    10  Maintenance 10.8 Replacing the Casters and Forks 10.8.1 Replacing the Rear Casters 1. Place the lift on its side. 2. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the existing rear caster to the fork. The bushing will be loose and may fall out of the caster. The existing bushing will be reused.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Front Casters

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 10.8.2 Replacing the Front Casters 1. Place the lift on its side. 2. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the existing front caster assembly to the fork. The front caster assembly consists of two casters and a washer in between.

  • Page 60: Accessories

    11  Accessories 11 Accessories 11.1 Reliant Scale RLS6 The Reliant Scale is a compact precision scale system designed specifically for the Invacare patient lift system. DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury or Damage -Improper use of this product may cause death, injury or damage.
  • Page 61 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 Fig. 11-1 1145810-E...

  • Page 62: Installing The Reliant Scale

    11  Accessories 11.1.2 Installing the Reliant Scale WARNING! -The patient and sling MUST be removed from the lift during ALL installation procedures. 1. Position the load cell assembly of the Reliant Scale into the hanger bar bracket. Refer to Detail A. Use a 1/4-inch nylon washer.
  • Page 63 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 7. Weigh the patient. Refer to 11.2 Operating the Scale, page 64 and 11.3 Weighing the Patient, page 65. Fig. 11-2 1145810-E...

  • Page 64: Operating The Scale

    11  Accessories 11.2 Operating the Scale 11.2.1 Keypad Functions Indicator Indicator Location Definition Center of the Display Press this key to apply power to the scale and turn on the unit. When the Window scale is on, press the button to turn it off. Lower Left Corner of the Press this key when the scale is on to reset the weight in the display ZERO...

  • Page 65: Weighing The Patient

    Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 Fig. 11-3 11.3 Weighing the Patient WARNING! -The weight capacity is limited to the lowest-rated capacity of any one of the components in use (for example, the Patient Lift, Sling or Scale). The patient's weight MUST not exceed the lowest-rated capacity of any component.
  • Page 66 11  Accessories 2. Press the ON/OFF key. The display will indicate the last weight that was measured. The word “LOCK” displays in the display box. Press the ZERO key to avoid capturing the weight of the sling and the hardware. If the ZERO key is not pressed, the weight of the sling and the weight of the hardware are included in the weight that displays.
  • Page 67 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 8. Lower the lift and remove the sling from the patient. The patient's weight continues to display in the window. The display will turn off after a two-minute period of non-use (no changes in weight exceeding five pounds [two kilograms)]. The time delay for automatic shutoff CANNOT be adjusted.

  • Page 68: Replacing The Battery

    11  Accessories 11.4 Replacing the Battery The scale is powered by a nine-volt alkaline battery that should provide approximately 1500 readings before needing replacement. When battery replacement is needed, LO BAT will appear on the display. To replace the battery: 1.
  • Page 69 Invacare® Reliant™ 450/600 1. Remove the patient and the sling from the scale to properly calibrate the Reliant Scale. For patient removal instructions, refer to 6 Operation, page 28. For sling detachment instructions, refer to 7 Patient Lifting, page 34.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    SOLUTION CAUSE Unit does NOT work properly. Battery failure Check the battery. Replace if necessary. Battery has been replaced and the unit still does NOT work Contact Invacare for service at 1-800-333- properly. 6900. 11.6.1 Display Codes CODE DESCRIPTION Calibration Required–indicates improper stored calibration data. Calibration is necessary.
  • Page 71 Notes 1145810-E...
  • Page 72 Invacare Canada L. P. • 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8, CDN Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 4G4 Canada Canada • 800-668-5324 • www.invacare.ca Invacare Corporation • One Invacare Way, Elyria, Ohio, 44035 • Tel: 800 333 6900 • United States: www.invacare.com Invacare Corporation •...

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