Drive 13246 Stand-Aid Lift User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Drive
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Drive 13246 Stand-Aid Lift
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- Your lift is for transferring patients only. Do not use the lift for any other purpose.
- “Stand-Aid Lift” is intended to be used for persons within the specified weight limit indicated for the lift. Do not attempt to lift more than the weight limit indicated.
- Before attempting to transfer, the user must be assessed by a qualified professional.
- The lift must be used by a caregiver with proper training to work with the person to be transferred.
- Only trained and qualified caregivers should transfer a person. Do not attempt to use the lift if you have not been properly trained to do so.
- Always be prepared before attempting to transfer a person.
- Do not use a sling that is not recommended for the lift.
- Do not store the lift in a shower, bath or another area with high humidity.
- Keep all components of the lift clean and dry and have an electrical and mechanical safety.
- Always maneuver the lift with the handle provided.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
- Remove all the parts from the carton and place them on the floor, taking care to protect the finish from damage.
- Place the base in a clear space and apply the rear brakes. Attach the “footplate” to the base.
- Fit the “mast” and “boom” assembly into the base socket. Tighten the mast assembly with the bolt provided.
- Tighten bolt.
- Install bottom actuator bolt-thru lift and actuator.
- Install top actuator pin chain thru lift and actuator.
- Install control box onto mounting bracket located on the mast.
- Tighten control box mounting screws.
- Install battery on top of the control box.
- Plug the hand control into the socket located on the bottom left side of the control box.
- Plug the actuator into the bottom middle socket of control box.
- Install the base width adjusting handle.
REMARKS: Please always check the mast is fully locked into position.
How to Operate the Stand-Aid Lifter: (Weight Lifting Capacity: 400 lbs.)
Important: Prior to first use, please make sure that the battery has been charged Nfor 24 hours in order to reach proper function and prolong the lifetime of the battery.
- Spread the base legs to the widest position before lifting.
- Keep the patient centered between the base legs and have the patient face the attendant.
- Be extremely cautious and use restraint straps for spastic or severely handicapped patients.
- How to use Standard or Commode Slings:
- For smooth and easy lifting, have the lift, sling, commode, or wheelchair in the readyN position.
- With the patient in the center of the bed, roll on the side away from the attendant.
- Roll the patient to the side toward the attendant and center the patient on the sling. With the base of the lifter under the bed, press the “↓” button on the control handset to lower the boom (#20).
- Hook the hanging strips of the sling with the hanging bar carefully. If a chain is used, make sure the “S” hooks are away from the patient.
- Lock rear casters, and lift the patient by pressing the “↑” button on the control handset.
- Lift the patient until his or her feet will swing easily off the bed, keeping patient facing the attendant.
- Unlock rear casters and transfer the patient to and above the commode or wheelchair. Lock brakes of both lifter and commode (or wheelchair).
- Press the “↓” button on the control handset to gradually lower the patient.
- During descent, assist the patient to attain the correct sitting posture.
- For transferring to a wheelchair, when the patient is seated, push down on the boom to slacken hanging strips of the sling. The patient can remain seated in a sling.
- For commode use, adjust clothing before moving lift to straddle commode. Keep hanging strips taut and make sure the patient is in a comfortable position.
Trouble Shooting (Linak LA34 System)
| Normal Symptom | Possible Cause | Action |
|---|---|---|
| The power indicator does not light | ◆ Not connected to the control box | ◆ |
Connect to the control box
up.| ◆ The fuse has blown| ◆ Replace the fuse, if the system is prepared
for
| ◆ Control box defective| ◆ Replace control box
---|---|---
Power indicator lights up| ◆ Actuator plug not pushed into| ◆ Push
actuator plug into
But actuator does not run.| control properly| control box properly
Relays in control box are| ◆ Actuator defective| ◆ Replace actuator
heard clicking.| ◆ Control box defective| ◆ Replace the control box .
The power indicator lights up| ◆ Control box defective| ◆ Replace the
control box
but the actuator does not run.| ◆ Handset defective| ◆ Replace hand
control
Warning and Caution!
- The patient lifter is a Transfer Device that allows the patient attendants to transfer patients from bed to wheelchair or commode…etc. It however should not be used to transport patients.
- When lifting the patient, make sure the base legs are in the most widely opened position and the rear caster brakes are engaged. Otherwise, the lifter may tilt over.
- When battery power is 50% low, the controller will give a “beep” warning. At this moment, you should charge the battery immediately. Please note that a lifted patient cannot be lowered down when the battery is out of power.
- Push the “Emergency” red button if the control unit system is out of control.
- “QUICK RELEASE” system (push/pull) enables step-less retraction of the actuator under load (Mechanical emergency lowering). Refer to Picture A.
- How to Charge: (please refer to Picture B)
- Remove the battery pack from the lift.
- Install the battery pack into the wall-mounted or free-standing external charger.
- Plug the mounted or freestanding external charger into a wall outlet. The battery is now charging. The “Charge” and “Power” lights are on.
- When the battery is finished charging the “Charge” light goes off automatically. (Usually, the battery needs 4 hours to when at 50% capacity to 100% capacity.
- Unplug the charger from the wall.
- Remove the battery pack from the charger and install it on the lift.
- Now the lift is ready to be used.
Maintenance
It is extremely important that the lift be inspected before each use. The following items need to be checked:
- All nuts and bolts should be tight.
- The lifter should move freely with caster brakes off.
- Check the brakes on the rear casters for proper operation.
- Make sure the base adjustment mechanism is operating easily.
- Double-check to ensure the “U” bracket at the end of the boom and the “S” hook on the hanging bar are secured tightly.
- Work the Linak Actuator to ensure that the battery still has enough power. When the battery is 50% below full capacity, it will give a “ beep” warning and need to re-charge immediately.
- Before initial use, place a drop of oil on the following areas.
- Where mast and boom connect, hanging bar hook, pump handle hinge, and caster axles,
- Where pump and boom attach,
- Lubricate as above every two to three months.
We reserve the right to make technical changes without notice Manufactured For:
Drive Medical Design & Manufacturing
- 99 Seaview Boulevard
- Port Washington, NY 11050
- Phone: 516-998-4600
- Fax: 516-998-4601
References
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