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LF1031FP HYDRAULIC PATIENT LIFT
WITH FOOT PEDAL
USER MANUAL
LF1031FP-INS-LAB-RevA11
© 2011 GF Health Products, Inc.
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CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 3 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................................ 4 W ARNINGS ................................................................................................................................ 4 3 FEA TURES ...................................................
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1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Lumex patient lift. The following pages will provide you with important safety and operating instructions on the use of patient lifts, slings, and accessories, as well as maintenance and warranty information. Read this manual carefully before operating your patient lift and refer to it as often as needed. Consult your Lumex dealer and/or healthcare professional with any questions or concerns regarding safe and effective techniques for oper
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2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT: Before using patient lift, please read and adhere to the following safety precautions and warnings. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or damage to your patient lift. Always consult your healthcare professional to determine safe methods most suitable for your individual abilities. Protect yourself, your attendant and patient lift by having it serviced regularly. If you experience any malfunction, contact your Lumex dealer immediately, as
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WARNING: Replace any worn or broken parts immediately! Torn, cut, frayed, or broken slings can fail, resulting in personal injury. Use only slings that are in good condition. WARNING: The hydraulic pump is sealed at the factory. If service is required, the unit must be returned to the factory for repair. DO NOT attempt to open the hydraulic pump or obtain local service; this will void the warranty and may result in damage to the unit. Consult your Lumex Dealer for further information. WAR
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3 FEATURES boom (height-adjustable) mast adjustment handle 6-point spreader bar (boom height adjustment) (suspension) hydraulic pump push handle pump knob (pump locking and unlocking) foot pedal (base width adjustment) locking casters base (width-adjustable) swivel casters LF1031FP Hydraulic Patient Lift with Foot Pedal 1031FP-INS-LAB-RevA11 6
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4 HANDLING PROCEDURES SHIPPING AND TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS If the patient lift is to be reshipped by common carrier, it should be packed in the same carton in which it was received. Unpacking 1. Check for any obvious damage to the carton or its contents. If damage is evident, notify the car- rier or your authorized Lumex Dealer. 2. Remove all loose packing from the carton. 3. Carefully remove all the components from the carton. Info: Unless the patient lift is to be used immediately, retain
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5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Components are shown in illustration below and called out in list below illustration. COMPONENTS 1 7 4 9 6 10 5 8 2 3 Components: LF1031FP Hydraulic Patient Lift with Foot Pedal Item Qty Description 1 1 Mast/Boom/Pump assembly 2 1 Base 3 2 L-insert 4 2 Push handle 5 1 Spreader bar to boom attachment bolt and hardware 6 1 Spreader bar to boom attachment rod and cap 7 1 Spreader bar 8 1 Assembly wrench set 9 1 Mast locking pin 10 2 Mast attachment bolt 1031FP-INS-LAB-RevA11
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ASSEMBLY 1. Remove the locking pin from the mast sleeve located on the rear of the base. remove locking pin 2. Install the L-inserts in the base. install L-inserts 3. With the boom pointed in the same direction as the base legs, insert the mast into the sleeve. 4. Insert the locking pin through the holes of the sleeve and mast, and attach the locking cable to the end of the pin. install mast and locking pin 5. Screw the two mast attachment bolts into the holes in the sleeve of the base. ins
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6. Screw the push handles into the mast and tighten the nuts. install push handles 7. Insert spreader bar attachment rod into spreader bar. Insert spreader bar rod into the U-bracket at the end of the boom. Align holes. Insert spreader bar attachment bolt and tighten. install spreader bar 8. For shipping purposes, the boom is in its lowest posi- tion. To elevate, turn the pump knob clockwise until hand tight and operate the pump handle. 9. Operate the foot pedal to elevate boom adjust the
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6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIFTING THE PATIENT WARNING: Do not attempt to transfer a patient without prior approval of the patient’s healthcare professional and without having read the instructions and practiced using the patient lift. WARNING: Use special care for those patients who cannot cooperate while being lifted. WARNING: Ensure all bolts, hooks, and loops are securely fastened. WARNING: Use only Lumex slings with Lumex patient lifts. WARNING: DO NOT use torn, cut, frayed or broken s
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Lifting the patient from the floor 1. Position the patient lift behind the patient, placing a pillow over the base to protect and sup- port the patient’s head and neck. Place the patient's head carefully on the pillow. The patient lift should be positioned with the spreader bar centered over the patient. 2. Lower the spreader bar. Attach the sling to the spreader bar hooks. 3. Lift the patient up above the floor. Position the patient in the sling by pulling the handle on the back of the sling.
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ping forward. Removing the sling Gently pull the leg sections to the side, out from under the patient’s thighs. Standing by the pa- tient’s side, lean the patient forward while supporting the patient with one hand. Pull the sling up from behind the patient’s back and position the patient in the chair. WARNING: Pulling sharply on the sling may cause the patient to fall forward, resulting in personal injury. Always support the patient by keeping one arm around the patient’s shoulders when plac
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7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care and maintenance are essential to keeping your Lumex patient lift in a safe operating condition. In addition to inspecting the unit before each use, periodic maintenance checks should be done. We further recommend that this unit be serviced at least once annually by an authorized dealer. WARNING: It is extremely important that the patient lift be inspected before each use. Ensure that all hardware and accessories are secure and that the actuator is function
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CLEANING Regular cleaning is recommended. A soft cloth, dampened with water and a mild NON-ABRASIVE detergent (household cleaner, soapy water, or hospital grade disinfectant) is all that is needed to clean your patient lift. Automobile wax or furniture polish will help maintain the finish over a long period of time. s NOTICE: DO NOT wash patient lift under water pressure or steam clean. CHECKING FOR DAMAGE AND WEAR It is extremely important to frequently check the areas of the patient lift th
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INSTALLATION OF 1010S005 HYDRAULIC PUMP Removal of Existing Pump 1. Follow the instructions in this upper boom boom lower mast section to remove the existing existing pump bracket mast bracket pump, shown at near right. If installing pump for the first time, proceed to INSTALLATION OF NEW PUMP. 2. Remove the top of the exist- ing pump from the upper boom bracket, as shown at mid-right: 9 Use two /16 " wrenches to remove the hardware that secures top of pump to upper boom bracket. This
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mast Installation of New Pump Info: The hardware for attaching the Hydrau- lic Pump (GF #1010S005) to the mast and boom comes with the lift frame. 1. Attach the bottom of the new hydraulic pump to the lower mast bracket with the pressure knob and pump lever toward the bottom of the pump, as shown at near right, and the “FRONT” label toward you, as shown at far right. Use a hex bolt, washers, and hex nut to 9 attach new pump detail — attach new secure pump to mast. Use two /16 " wrenches
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Info: Only qualified persons should service and repair your Lumex patient lift. Regular maintenance of your patient lift is necessary to ensure continuing proper and safe opera- tion. Read and observe the following recommended maintenance schedule: Item Inspect Inspect/adjust initially daily monthly every 6 months Base and Casters Ensure that base is level (all four wheels touch the floor) X X X Ensure that caster mounting bolts and axle bolts are tight X X Ensure that ca
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8 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: If you experience a problem with your lift and are unable to service it your- self, contact your Lumex dealer. SYMPT OM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Patient lift does not go up Air in the cylinder Bleed the cylinder by turning the release or down knob and push down on the mast. Pump up the lift again and turn the release knob again. Loss of hydraulic fluid (leaking Replace any leaking cylinder cylinder) Patient lift does not go Air in the cylinder See above Directions
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9 SPECIFICATIONS * Info: All dimensions are given in inches unless otherwise specified. Base width Open: 39.7" Closed: 25.4" Base height Clearance 4.5" Base length 51" Lifting height range Minimum: 24" Maximum: 75.5" Info: As measured from point where sling attaches to spreader bar . Range: 50.3" Mast height 55.1" W eight capacity 400 lb (181 kg) Caster size 4.00" diameter , both locking and non-locking Product W eight 90 lb Shipping weight 103 lb * Specifications are subject to change without
