Oxford Hoyer Ascend User Instruction Manual Rev B

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2. INTRODUCTION: ABOUT YOUR LIFT

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3. ASSEMBLY AND COMMISSIONING INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS

The Oxford/Hoyer Ascend is an electrically operated patient lift. Each Ascend lift is fully assembled load tested and certified before being packed/shipped. The packing consists of a strong, purpose built carton that is used for both export and domestic markets to ensure the safe arrival of the lift. A number of documents are supplied in a wallet, and packed with each lift and should be kept safely for future reference. • TEST CERTIFICATE • USER MANUAL • DEALER GUARANTEE CARD (Europe only) • CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CARD (Europe only) • PACKING CHECK LIST The TEST CERTIFICATE is an important document and will be required for your insurance records. It is valid for six months and after it has expired the lift should be inspected and serviced per the maintenance schedule.

Place the carton in a clear working area and open carefully. The carton contains: • OXFORD/HOYER ASCEND LIFT • WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS • HAND CONTROL • BATTERY PACK • CHARGING LEAD • DESK TOP CHARGER/STAND

WARNING The Oxford/Hoyer Ascend is heavy and will need to be lifted with care. You may need assistance to lift the Oxford/Hoyer Ascend from the carton.

ASSEMBLY Remove all the parts from the carton and place on the floor, taking care to protect the finish from damage.

Servicing and periodic testing can be carried out by your authorised supplier. Please ensure your lift is included in their maintenance schedule. If you are at all unsure what your local market servicing requirements are, please check with your dealer and/or a local government agency. The Oxford/Hoyer Ascend is suitable for the following CATEGORIES of lift within the working parameters of the lifts specified in the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. • Category A - Wheelchair • Category D - Toilet/Shower Chair

The CE mark: The Oxford/Hoyer Ascend carries the CE mark and complies with the following EC directives: • Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC) • EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) • Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)

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1. Place the chassis in a clear space and apply the rear bakes. Attach the foot tray to the base using the location holes positioned on tbe base casting.

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4. Turn the locking knob until hand tight. 5. Line the handle assembly up to the mast, and attach using the fixings provided. The fixings and wrench needed to attached the handle are kept in the user instruction wallet for safe keeping.

2. Fit the mast and boom assembly into the chassis socket.

6. Fit power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully engaged. “Click” in place.

DISASSEMBLY 3. Tighten the mast assembly with the mast-locking device, which is located at the front of the chassis.

The lift should not be disassembled unless for service, repair or transport if necessary. Therefore follow the assembly instructions in reverse sequence.

WARNING Avoid trapping fingers. Keep fingers away from the end of the mast when inserting into the chassis socket. Full engagement of the mast is indicated by the label on the side of the mast. The electric leg operation will not function unless the mast is fully engaged.

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ALWAYS CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE OPERATION • The mast is fully locked into position.

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4. SLING GUIDE The Oxford/Hoyer Ascend is suitable for patients in the SITTING, SITTING/RECUMBENT and RECUMBENT positions. The slings suitable for this device are listed as follows: * Oxford/Hoyer Transport sling * Oxford/Hoyer Standing sling

USER GUIDE FOR STANDAID SLINGS The Transport and Standing sling is an easy fit sling, suitable for standing and supporting. It is not a general purpose sling and patients must be assessed for suitability by a qualified person. • The legs of the lift open and close satisfactorily (This is done via the hand control). Transport Sling Attachment Loop Straps: Shoulder

Chest Supports and Buckle

• The red emergency stop button, located on the rear of the control box, is in the OFF (out) position.

Leg Supports Attachment Loop Straps: Legs Feed the sling down the back of the patient leaving the top of the commode aperture at the base of the spine. Check the roll part of the sling is square across the patient’s back. Attach the support strap around the chest of the patient. This strap need not be tight. It is there to hold the sling in position whilst attaching the loops to the Standaid. It may be left off altogether if preferred. Ensure patient’s arms are on the outside of the sling.

• Push the up and down buttons on the hand control and confirm the boom rises and lowers.

Raise the patient’s leg and feed the leg strap under and up between the legs. Ensure the sling is not twisted or creased under the thigh. Repeat this procedure for the other leg. Attach the loops on the roll parts of the sling to the white hooks at the end of the hand grips. Without crossing the loops on the leg straps, attach to left and right black knobs on the lifting fork. You would normally use the middle of the three loops. The patient is now ready to be raised from the seat. Once clear of the seat, the patient will be more comfortable if lowered back in to the sitting position. Sunrise Medical recommends slings are checked regularly and before use for fraying or damage. Do not use slings that are worn or damaged.

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Standing Sling

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6. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Attachment Loop Straps

Chest Support

Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of Oxford/Hoyer patient lifts is simple and straightforward. Following these few basic safety precautions will make lifting operations easy and trouble free.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR “ASCEND”

• ALWAYS plan your lifting operations before commencing. • ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the lift. Place the sling down behind patient’s back between base of shoulder blades and bottom of rib cage. Attach the support straps around the front of the patient. This strap need not be tight. It is there to hold the sling in position whilst attaching the sling to the Standaid. It may be left off altogether if preferred. Ensure that the patient’s arms are outside the sling.

• ALWAYS familiarise yourself with the operating control and safety features of a lift before lifting a patient. • DO NOT use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the lift. • ALWAYS check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the correct size and capacity. • NEVER use a sling which is frayed or damaged.

Oxford/Hoyer slings and lifters are not interchangeable with other manufactures products. Using other manufactures products on Oxford/Hoyer products is unsafe and may result in serious injury to patient / or caregiver.

5. LIFTING WITH THE OXFORD/HOYER ASCEND Position Standaid so that the patient’s feet fit in the foot tray and knees rest against the knee pad. Initially attach the longer loops of the sling to the grey hooks at the end of the Standaid hand grips. The patient’s hands should be placed on the handgrips. (Once the patient is used to the lift the shorter loops may be used to achieve a more upright position). Then push UP button on handcontrol to raise the patient to the standing position.

• ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions provided (user instructions). • DO NOT exceed the safe working load. • ALWAYS check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the patient. • ALWAYS carry out lifting operations according to the instructions in the user manual. • NEVER disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because it seems easier to operate the lift. • DO NOT lift a patient with the castor brakes on. Always let the lift find the correct centre of gravity. • DO NOT attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or patient. • ALWAYS manoeuvre the lift with the handle / foot push pad provided. • ALWAYS lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers. • DO NOT push a loaded lift at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace (3 Km/hour 0.8 metres/second).

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• DO NOT push the lift over uneven or rough ground. Particularly if loaded.

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7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• DO NOT attempt to push/pull a loaded lift over a floor obstruction. • NEVER force an operating/safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not require excessive force. • DO NOT park a loaded lift on ANY sloping surface. • DO NOT use electric lifts in a shower.

OPERATING CONTROLS Detachable Battery Pack

Emergency Stop Button

Emergency Lower/Raise

Hand Control

Actuator Motor

Battery Indicator

• DO NOT charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room. • DO NOT lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so. • YOUR lift is for patient lifting. DO NOT use it, or allow it to be used, for any other purpose. • DO NOT bump the lift down steps, loaded or unloaded. • DO NOT attempt to negotiate a loaded lift on a slope which exceeds 1:12 (approximately 5 degrees). • DO NOT attempt to negotiate a slope without a second helper being present. • DO NOT use in a wet or corrosive environment such as poolside locations.

1. Leg adjustment The legs on the Oxford/Hoyer Ascend are electrically adjustable for width. The legs can be opened to enable access around armchairs or wheelchairs. For transferring and negotiating narrow doorways and passages the lift legs should be in the closed position. Electric leg adjustment - is achieved by pressing the appropriate buttons on the handcontrol. The legs will be locked whenever the handcontrol switch is released. 2. Castors and Braking The lift has two braked castors which can be applied for parking. When lifting, the castors should be left free and un-braked. The lift will then be able to move to the centre of gravity of the lift. If the brakes are applied it is the patient that will swing to the centre of gravity and this may prove disconcerting and uncomfortable. 3. Raising and lowering the boom The movement of the boom is achieved by a powerful electric actuator, which is controlled by a simple handcontrol unit. The handcontrol has two buttons with directional arrows UP and DOWN áâ. The actuator stops automatically at the limit of travel in both directions. The handcontrol plugs into a socket at the base of the control box.

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4. Emergency Stop

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8. CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

The red Emergency Stop Button is located on the front of the control box and is activated by pressing in. This will cut all power to the lift and only be reset by twisting the button anticlockwise and releasing. 5. Electrical Emergency Down/Up

The batteries are located in the power pack and are charged via an off board desktop charger unit. Removable Battery Pack

Emergency lower (down) and raise (up) buttons are provided at the front of the control box. This is operated by inserting a ballpoint pen into the button highlighted áâ. This will bring the boom up or down should the handcontrol fail at any time. 6. Mechanical Emergency Down In the case of a complete electrical failure the electrical actuator is fitted with mechanical lowering device (RED BOSS). This will only operate when the lift is under load. The device must be pulled upwards to activate, and a slow decent will commence.

Hand Control Legs Open/Close, Boom Raise/Lower

Control Box Emergency Stop, Raise/Lower

7. Batteries The batteries are protected from deep discharge by a LOW VOLTAGE ALARM. This will sound when the batteries need recharging and the handcontrol is being operated. It will not sound independently of the handcontrol being operated. DO NOT IGNORE THIS WARNING ALARM. Complete the lifting operation and place the battery on charge (see charging instructions).

CAUTION Not to be opened by unauthorised personnel. (Contact your distributor for warranty and repairs.) 8. Slings The Oxford/Hoyer Ascend is suitable for patients in the SITTING, SITTING/RECUMBENT and RECUMBENT positions. The slings suitable for this device are listed as follows: * Oxford/Hoyer Transport sling * Oxford/Hoyer Standing sling 9. Knee pad adjustment The Ascend has an adjustable kneepad. The range of travel is 6 inches. Adjustment is achieved by loosening the knob located on the left hand side of the pad, so to loosen the assembly enough to move the knee pad in either the upward, or downward position. 10. Removable footplate The Ascend has a removable footplate. To remove the foot plate, move to the front of the product, and lift the footplate upward from the middle of the assemble. NOTE Be careful when lifting the footplate from its low-seated position.

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When the power pack needs charging it is removed from the lift and fitted to an off board charging unit. Sunrise Medical Ltd recommend an additional battery pack is purchased, so that one pack can be on charge at all times. 1. Remove the power pack from the lift. The pack is retained by a simple latch at the top of the power pack. Lift the latch and the power pack will be released. 2. Fit the power pack to the charging unit. The location and latching of the power pack to the charger is the same system as used on the lift. 3. Plug the charger mains plug into a suitable mains outlet and switch the mains supply ON. 4. Charging is automatic and will fully charge the batteries over a period of eight to twelve hours. Note: Even if the charger is left plugged in for extended periods it will not allow the batteries to overcharge. 5. To return the lift to service, switch OFF the mains supply and remove the power pack from the charger. Fit the power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully engaged. “Click” in place. The charging of Oxford/Hoyer electric lifts is simple and straightforward, but it is important to follow the charging instructions closely. Please pay particular attention to the following points, they will help you avoid problems with discharged batteries.

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CAUTION Not to be opened by unauthorised personnel. (Contact your distributor for warranty and repairs.)

WARNING Do NOT touch battery/charger terminals.

WARNING KEEP the batteries fully charged. Place the battery on charge whenever it is not in use. If it is more convenient to do so, place on charge every night. The charger will not allow the batteries to overcharge.

WARNING NEVER run the batteries completely flat. As soon as the audible warning sounds, complete the lifting operation in hand and place on charge.

WARNING NEVER store the power pack for long periods without regular charging throughout the storage period.

WARNING ALWAYS make sure the mains power to the charger is switched off before connecting or disconnecting the power pack.

WARNING NEVER leave the power pack plugged in to the charger with the mains power off.

WARNING Do not charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room.

WARNING Do NOT leave charger switched on with battery disconnected.

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9. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & DAILY CHECK LIST All Oxford/Hoyer products are designed for minimum maintenance, however some safety checks and procedures are required. A schedule of DAILY tasks are detailed below. Daily checks and a six monthly service, inspection and test will ensure a lift is kept in optimum safe working condition. A list of spare parts is available upon request. The LOAD TEST and certification should only be carried out by qualified personnel or an authorised service agent / dealer. DAILY CHECK LIST: Sunrise Medical strongly recommends the following checks be carried out on a daily basis and before using lift. • MAKE sure the lift moves freely on its castors. • EXAMINE the spreader bar (cow horns) is firmly attached to the boom. • EXAMINE the sling hooks and attachment clips on the spreader bar and boom for excessive wear. • MAKE sure the legs open and close correctly. • OPERATE the hand control to confirm the boom raises and lowers satisfactorily. • ON electric powered lifts check the operation of the emergency stop button. • EXAMINE slings for fraying or other damage. DO NOT use any sling if damaged • CONFIRM the lift is not giving a low battery alarm when the hand control is operated. If the alarm sounds, DO NOT use and place on charge immediately.

MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND TEST Sunrise Medical recommend a thorough inspection and test of the Oxford/Hoyer Ascend lift and lifting accessories, slings, scales etc is carried out on a regular basis. Inspection frequency varies from country to country so you must check with your dealer or local government agency as appropriate regarding how often an inspection is required. The examination and test should be conducted according to the recommendations and procedures below. Sunrise Medical recommends maintenance, inspection and certified testing is carried out by authorised service agent / dealers only. NOTE: These recommendations are in compliance with the requirements of 1998 No2307 Health and Safety: The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. This is a UK regulation. Outside the UK please check your local country requirements.

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1. BOOM: Check the attachment of the boom to the mast. Make sure there is only minimal side movement of the boom and the boom is free to rotate on the boom bearing.

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2. MAST: Check the operation of the mast-locking device. Make sure the mast fully engages into the socket. Check the bottom actuator. 3

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3. ACTUATOR: The actuator should require no maintenance other than checking for correct operation and listening for unusual noise. 4. POWER PACK: Check the function of the emergency stop button and emergency lower.

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5. BATTERIES: The batteries are housed in the power pack and should not require maintenance other than the regular charging as detailed in the charging instructions. Check that the connections remain clean.

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6. LEG ADJUSTMENT: Check the legs operate in both full extensions (inward/outward).

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7. CASTORS: Check all castors for firm attachment to the legs. Check for free rotation of the castor and the wheels.

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8. CLEANING: Clean with ordinary soap and water and/or any hard surface disinfectant. Harsh chemical cleaners or abrasives should be avoided as these may damage the surface finish of the lift. Avoid wetting any of the electrical parts.

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13. HAND SET: Ensure plugged fully into controller.

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Safe Working Load ...375 lbs

170 kg

Maximum Overall Length...43.3 inches

1100 mm

Minimum Overall Length ...39.3 inches

1000 mm

Maximum Overall Height ...67.3 inches

1710 mm

Minimum Overall Height ...42.1 inches

1070 mm

Maximum Height to attachment point...65.5 inches

1665 mm

Minimum Height to attachment point ...38.9 inches

990 mm

Turning Radius ...51.9 inches

1320 mm

Legs Open - External Width ...39.1 inches

995 mm

Legs Open - Internal Width ...34.8 inches

885 mm

Legs Closed - External Width ...24.8 inches

630 mm

Legs Closed - Internal Width ...20.0 inches

510 mm

Overall Height of Legs ...4.7 inches

120 mm

Ground Clearance...1.4 inches

35 mm

Front Twin Castors ...4.0 inches

100 mm

Rear Braked Castors ...4.0 inches

100 mm

Mast, Base & Boom Assembly ...97 lbs

44.0 kg

Power Pack ...6.6 lbs

3 kg

Total...103.6 lbs

47.0 kg

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Base Assembly (not inc battery) ...42.9 lbs

19.5 kg

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Mast & Boom (not inc battery) ...45.1 lbs

20.5 kg

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11. SLINGS: Check for wear and fraying. 12. LUBRICATION: Oil pivot joints, including mast and boom connections, pedal assembly, spreader bar joint (only if required).

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Weights

9. LOAD TEST: The load test should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's test procedures. It is strongly recommended the testing is carried out by an authorised service dealer. 10. BASE AND WHEELS: Ensure base is even and level (all four wheels are on the floor).

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10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Service Intervals

Initially

*THESE CHECKS SHOULD INCLUDE:

Before Use

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All measurements are within a +5/--5 degree of tolerance.

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

KEY SYMBOLS

BATTERIES ...12 volt Rechargeable sealed lead acid type

The following symbols are used on the charger, control unit and battery:

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BATTERY CAPACITY ...3.2 Ampere hours CHARGER RATED INPUT ...100 - 240V AC// 24 VDC 50/60 Hz Max.

400mA

Type B equipment, as per EN 60601-1

CHARGER RATED OUTPUT...29.5 VDC, Max. 19W

Class 2 equipment Electric Shock Protection CHARGER ...CLASS II LIFT...INTERNAL POWER SOURCE

The disposal of the charging and control unit should not be mixed with general household waste

Degree of Shock Protection CHARGER ...TYPE B LIFT...TYPE B

The dispposal of batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Outside this environment functionality and safety may be compromised.

For indoor use

Operating: Temperature ...5˚C to 40°C Relative humidity...20% to 90% @ 30°C - not condensing Atmospheric pressure...700 to 1060 hPa

ATTENTION, consult accompanying documents.

Storage: Termperature ...-10°C to +50°C Relative humidity...20% to 90% @ 30°C - not condensing Atmospheric pressure...700 to 1060 hPa

IP RATINGS Control Box...IP43 Actuator...IP54 Off Board Charger ...IP65 On Board Charger...IP43 Battery ...IP65 Handset ...IP65

DUTY CYCLES Actuator...10% (2 min./18 min.) Charger ...Approx. 4 hrs.

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11. WARRANTY Sunrise Medical has an established network of reputable distributors and dealers who will be pleased to handle all your purchasing, warranty, repair and maintenance enquire. Our products are guaranteed for a period of 24 months from the date of manufacture or 24 months from the date of purchase if commissioned by an authorised dealer. This guarantee covers the lift’s major structure, actuator and control box, handset, and battery for manufacturing defects/failures. We recommend that all of our products are commissioned by your dealer and are supported by them for future servicing. The dealer or distributor operates the warranty Programme; so it is important to keep a record of their name address and telephone number so they can be contacted should any problem arise. Failure to comply to the lift’s servicing schedule may result in your warranty being invalid. If you are in doubt where your lift was purchased, Sunrise Medical can trace the supplier if you quote the serial number of the lift. REMEMBER Contact your distributor for purchases, Warranty, repairs, servicing and certified maintenance. Your distributor:

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Sunrise Medical

Sunrise Medical Canada, Inc.

Sunrise Medical Ltd.

7477 East Dry Creek Pkwy

237 Romina Drive, Unit 3

Sunrise Business Park

Longmont, CO 80503

Concord, Ontario L4K 4V3

High Street

USA

CANADA

Wollaston, West Midlands DY8 4PS

303-218-4600

905-660-2459

ENGLAND

800-333-4000

800-263-3390

44-138-444-6688

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