Joerns HPL402 Power Patient Lift User Manual

June 20, 2024
Joerns

Joerns HPL402 Power Patient Lift

Specifications

  • Power Unit Features:
    • Battery Pack
    • Handset
    • Control Box
    • Actuator
    • Adjustment Handle
    • Caster (Wheel)
    • Bumper
    • Spreader Lock
    • Mast Lock Bolt

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly

  1. Unpacking:
  2. Remove the outside top of the box.
  3. Remove the three inside top fillers from the box.
  4. Remove base and adjustment handle from the box.
  5. Remove bottom filler from the box.
  6. Remove cradle and mast assembly from the box.
  7. Apply a thin layer of grease to all bolts.
  8. Place base of lift on a hard even surface.

Lift Illustrations

Warning: Inside attachment points on cradle are used for Hoyer slings with chains. The four outside attachment points are used for Partner-style slings.

Warning: Cradle Center Post must protrude below the bottom of the Cradle Center Pivot Assembly (approximately 1/16 inch).

Warning: If Cradle center Post is flush or recessed, excessive wear may have occurred. Remove from service and replace worn parts immediately.

Troubleshooting: Power Unit

Symptom Possible Cause Action
Power indicator does not light up

Power indicator lights up but actuator does not run. Relays in
control box are heard clicking.| –| –

FAQ

Q: What should I do if the power indicator does not light up?

A: If the power indicator does not light up, please check the power source, connections, and ensure the battery pack is properly inserted.

Q: How do I troubleshoot if the actuator does not run despite the power indicator lighting up?

A: In this case, check the relays in the control box, ensure all connections are secure, and inspect for any potential obstructions or faults in the actuator mechanism.

User-Service Manual
Joerns® Lifting & Repositioning Hoyer® HPL402 Power Patient Lift

To avoid injury, read user’s manual before using.

  • This manual contains important safety and maintenance instructions. Please read it carefully before using your patient lift and refer to it as often as needed for safe and efficient use.
  • If you have any questions regarding the safe use and/or assembly, maintenance or specifications of your patient lift, you should call Joerns Healthcare toll-free at 800.826.0270.
  • For service and repair, remember your authorized Hoyer dealer is able to provide the assistance you need. Save this manual for future reference. For non-homecare lifts, your maintenance department should keep this manual.
  • Caution: For patient use, refer to the separate manual, “How to Use a Patient Lift.” If you did not receive a copy or need additional copies, contact Joerns Healthcare at 800.826.0270.

Assembly

For Installation of the HPL-P Power
Conversion Kit on Hoyer Lifts
Recommended Tools: 3/4″ and 1/2″ wrench, 3/16″ hex wrench

  • Warning: All shoulder bolts must engage through the bracket on both sides. If bolt is not fully engaged, misalignment and premature failure may result. Worn parts could fail, resulting in injury to patient/caregiver (Figure 1, page 3).
  • Warning: The large thrust washer must be inserted on the cradle hanger post (Figure 2). If washer is not present, the cradle hanger post and cradle center may wear prematurely. Warn cradle parts could fail, resulting in injury to resident/caregiver. Hanger post should protrude cradle center by 1/16th inch (Figure 1).
  1. Carefully unpack lift in the following order:
    a. Remove the outside top of the box.
    b. Remove the three inside top fillers from the box. Note: Be careful with the center filler, it contains the electronics.
    c. Remove base and adjustment handle from the box.
    d. Remove bottom filler from the box.
    e. Remove cradle and mast assembly from the box.

  2. Apply a thin layer for grease to all bolts.

  3. Place base of lift on a hard even surface with the wheels contacting the surface. Insert the mast in sleeve of base making sure that it is fully engaged. Tighten the mask lock bolt (Figure 2). Keep mast locked at all times except while storing.

  4. Place adjustment handle into socket as shown (Figure 2). Pull adjustment handle back to unlock. Handle can be moved to the right to widen the base or to the left to narrow the base.

  5. Remove boom from filler and attach to top of mast with hardware as shown (Figure 2).

  6. Remove actuator from filler and attach top of actuator to mast and bottom to boom with hardware (Figure 2).

  7. Attach cradle to the end of boom with cap and hardware (Figure 2). Pull vinyl boot over connection, make sure middle rib is over hardware.

  8. Attach the power unit control box to bracket on back of mast using 1/8″ hex wrench. Attach battery pack to control box and bracket. Route actuator cable along mast and secure with clips provided.(Make sure to leave approximately 8-inches of cable prior to the top clip, to allow for maximum lift articulation.) Plug cords in proper outlets, pressing firmly into place (Figure 5.1)

  9. Raise boom to highest position, pull vinyl boot over bolted connection.

Specifications

  • Maximum capacity:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 400 lbs.
  • Lift weight………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 93 lbs out of carton
  • Overall length……………………………………………………………………………………………………….44 3/4 inches (114 cm)
  • Base clearance…………………………………………………………….4 7/8 inces (12 cm) with three inch diameter wheels
  • Width of base, closed……………………………………………………………………..24 inches (61 cm) without wheel swivel
  • Width of base, open………………………………………………………………..39 1/2 inches (100 cm) without wheel swivel
  • Length of base………………………………………………………………………….. 43.6 inches (111 cm) without wheel swivel
  • Height of boom at lowest articulation…………………………..30 1/2 inches (77 cm) with three inch diameter wheels
  • Height of boom at highest articulation……………………………..78 inches (198 cm) with three inch diameter wheels
  • Height of mast overall in base…………………………………..50 3/4 inches (129 cm) with three inch diameter wheels
  • Boom articulation radius……………………………………………………………………………………………. 31.4 inches (80 cm)
  • Chair (20 inch wide) access…………………………………………………… 24 1/2 inches (CSP horizontal to center tube)
    Beechwood powder coat finish

The following features are found on the Power Unit:

  • Battery: 2-12V Rechargeable Sealed
  • Charger Output 24V DC
  • Emergency Down
  • Soft Stop
  • LCD Display for Battery Capacity Indication
  • Acoustic battery alarm at about 50% battery capacity (0% LCD Display)
  • Charger Input 120V AC
  • 1 Speed Operation
  • Emergency Mechanical down
  • Emergency Stop

Troubleshooting, Power Unit

Symptom Possible Cause Action
Power indicator does not light up •   Not connected to mains

•   The fuse has blown


•   Control box defective

| •   Connect to mains

•   Replace fuse, if the system is prepared for external fuse replacement or send the system for repair

•   Send control box for repair

Power indicator lights up but actuator does not run. Relays in control box are heard clicking.| •   Actuator plug not pushed into control box properly

•   Actuator defective

•   Control box defective

| •   Push actuator plug into control box properly.


•   Replace actuator

•   Replace the control box

Power indicator lights up but actuator does not run. No relay noise heard from the control box.| •   Control box defective

•   Handset defective

| •   Send control box for repair

•   Send handset for repair

Control box completely dead on battery and no relay clicking heard.| • Battery completely flat

•   Battery defective

| •   Charge battery

•   Replace battery

Actuator does not run on battery, but relay clicking heard.| •   Actuator plug not pushed into control box

•   Actuator defective

•   Control box defective

| •   Push actuator plug properly into control box


•   Replace actuator

•   Replace control box

Control box okay apart from one direction on one channel| •   Handset defective

•   Control box defective

| •   Send handset for repair

•   Send control box for repair

Operation

Hand Control
The hand control activates the lift and has two (2) buttons; one “up” and one “down”.
Simply press the button for the direction you want the lift to move.

Battery Charging
Plug the charger into the wall socket (110V) prior
to connecting the plug to the control box. A control box with battery will hold a (unused) charge for approximately six (6) months. To achieve the longest life, keep the battery fully charged. After approximately six (6) hours of charging, the batteries will be fully charged and the LCD display should read 100%
Note: It is not possible to overcharge batteries.
Note: When battery alarm sounds, batteries should be recharged.

Instructions

  • The duty cycle printed on the label of the control box must always be noted. If the cycle has been exceeded, the control box could overheat and become damaged. Unless otherwise specified on the label, the duty cycle is maximum 10% or six (6) min/hour of continuous operation.
  • Emergency stop button should be pushed in when not in use for an extended period of time, the LCD Display will trickle down the battery.
  • Note: Power lift will not be operable during the time the charger is connected.
  • Warning: Do not charge the battery while someone is in the lift and especially if the unit is being used in wet or bathing areas.
  • Caution: By unauthorized opening of the system, there is a risk that it may malfunction at a later date.
  • Warning: Lifts can tip over. Keep base widened for stability. Never lock brakes or block wheels when lifting someone. Brakes are provided for parking. To lock casters, step on cam lever on side of casters. To unlock brakes, step on highest cam lever.

Hoyer 4-point Sling Information

  • Warning: Torn, cut, frayed or broken slings could fail resulting in serious injury or death to patient. Use slings in good condition only. Destroy and discard old, unusable slings.
  • Note: Do not use any other manufacturer’s sling with the HPL402 Lift.
  • Note: Do not use Hoyer slings with any other manufacturer’s lift.

Patient Size Guide

  A B Weight
inch (cm) inch (cm) lbs (kg)
Large 28 (70) 19 (47) 198-400 (90-191)
Medium 24 (61) 19 (47) 99-210 (45-95)
Small 18 (46) 15 (38) 55-110 (25-50)

*Patient’s weight to sling size information is an approximation only.
Patient can be raised 4″ higher by hooking up the inside strap to the cradle.

Lift Maintenance Checklist

Only qualified persons should service and repair Hoyer lifts. Regular maintenance of lifts and accessories is necessary to assure proper and safe operation. Read and observe the following recommended instructions.

Item Initially Before each use Bi- Monthly
Base and Wheels    
Base is even and level (all four wheels are on the floor)
Wheel bolts are tight
Wheels swivel and roll easily
Base Adjustment    
Base locks securely, all parts are present
Base opens and closes smoothly
Check spreader lock and all hardware for wear  
Mast    
Mast fully engaged and locked into mast sleeve
Inspect for bends or deflections  
Inspect all bolts and nuts for wear and tightness  
Boom    
Inspect all bolts and nuts for wear and tightness  
Inspect to ensure the boom is centered between the base legs
Cradle    
Check hanger post for wear or damage. Replace post if wear exceeds 1/16″.  
Check sling attachments for wear or deflection  
Slings and Hardware    
Check metal parts for wear or damage  
Check all nuts, bolts and screws for wear and tightness    
Check slings and web straps for wear or damage  
Lubrication    
Oil all pivot joints, including:    
Top of mast where boom attaches    
Top and bottom of actuator mounting    
Pump handle hinge    

Use a light grease to lubricate base adjustment lock plate and all rotating hardware|  |  | ✓
Wheel and swivel bearings|  |  | ✓
**Cleaning***|  |  |
Use mild soap to clean; dry thoroughly.|  | ✓|
Apply auto or appliance wax|  |  | ✓
Keep painted surfaces clean from oil|  | ✓|

Your Hoyer Classics Lifts are warranted for one (1) year after purchase by the original consumer/owner.

Components are warranted as follows:

  1. Lift structure; base, mast, boom, and suspension cradle.
  2. Hydraulic pump/jack (for manual lifts).
  3. Electronic control box and actuator (for power lifts).
  • All other non-durable components, such as rubber parts, plastic parts, hand pendant, battery, and painted surfaces, are warranted for 90 days from original consumer/owner purchase. These non-durable components are subject to normal wear and replacement.
  • Damage caused by use in unsuitable environmental conditions or failure to maintain the product in accordance with user and service instructions is not covered. Any alteration, modification, or repair unless performed by or authorized in writing by Joerns Healthcare will void this warranty.
  • This warranty applies in the USA only. Check with your supplier to find out if international warranties apply.

Parts
Hoyer Classics Lifts contain various parts that wear from normal use. These parts, such as rubber parts, plastic parts and painted surfaces are not covered under the one-year warranty but are covered for 90 days after date of purchase.
Joerns Healthcare’s obligation under this warranty is limited to supplying replacement parts, servicing, or replacing, at its option, any product which is found by Joerns Healthcare to be defective.
Warranty replacement parts are covered by the terms of this warranty until the product’s original warranty period expires.
When requested by Joerns Healthcare, parts must be returned for inspection at the customer’s expense. Credit will be issued only after inspection.

Service
Most service requests can be handled by the facility Maintenance Department with assistance from the Joerns Healthcare Product Service Department.
Should a technician be required, one will be provided by Joerns Healthcare, at our discretion. Only the Joerns Healthcare Product Service Department can dispatch authorized technicians.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the equipment.

Manufactured by:
Joerns Healthcare, LLC
2100 Design Rd. Ste 100
Arlington, TX 76014

United States
2430 Whitehall Park Dr. Ste 700 Charlotte, NC 28273
(P) 800.826.0270
(F) 800.457.8827

Canada
35 Consortium Court London, ON Canada N6E 2S8 (P) 866.546.1151
(F) 519.451.8662

United Kingdom
and Other Countries +44 (0)344 811 1158

Netherlands
+31 (0)88 2080200

www.joerns.com
email: [email protected]

©2024 Joerns Healthcare • 000-3558 RevE • 000853 • MAN1

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