Arjo Joerns Voyager User manual

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001.08075.04 Rev 13 • 08/2019
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Voyager

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Table of Contents
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General Information................................................................................................................................. 4
Foreword .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Suitability ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Service and Support ...................................................................................................................... 4
Manufacturer Information............................................................................................................... 5
Distributor Information ................................................................................................................... 5
Definitions Used in this Manual ..................................................................................................... 5
Intended Use ................................................................................................................................. 5
Operational Life ............................................................................................................................. 5
Product Identification ..................................................................................................................... 5
How to Use this Manual................................................................................................................. 5
Symbols Used................................................................................................................................ 6
Safety Instructions................................................................................................................................... 7
General Instructions ......................................................................................................................... 7
Safe Working Load ........................................................................................................................ 7
Important Safety Directions .............................................................................................................. 8
Shock Prevention........................................................................................................................... 8
Fire and Explosion Prevention....................................................................................................... 8
Human and Environmental Safety Practices ................................................................................. 9
Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices ............................................................................... 9
Homecare Environment Considerations ........................................................................................ 9
Parts Designation .................................................................................................................................. 10
Voyager Lift and Charging Station.................................................................................................. 10
Hand Control .................................................................................................................................. 11
How to Use the Voyager........................................................................................................................ 12
Before Approaching the Patient................................................................................................... 12
Transferring the Patient ............................................................................................................... 13
Emergency Lowering ................................................................................................................... 14
Emergency Brake ........................................................................................................................ 14
Battery Information ...................................................................................................................... 14
Charging the Battery.................................................................................................................... 15
Care and Maintenance........................................................................................................................... 16
Preventive Maintenance Schedule .............................................................................................. 16
User Inspections............................................................................................................................. 16
Inspections by an Authorized Service Technician .......................................................................... 17
Cleaning the Lift.............................................................................................................................. 18
Daily Checklist ................................................................................................................................ 19
Strap Inspection........................................................................................................................... 19
Handling and Storage .................................................................................................................. 19
Battery Replacement ................................................................................................................... 19
Verification of the Charger’s Power Source................................................................................. 20
Sling Inspection and Care .............................................................................................................. 20
Annual Inspection ........................................................................................................................... 20
UK Regulation.............................................................................................................................. 20
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................... 21
Labels on the Lift ................................................................................................................................... 23
Technical Specifications....................................................................................................................... 24
Lift Dimensions ............................................................................................................................... 25
Electromagnetic Compatibility ............................................................................................................. 26
Electromagnetic Compliance ....................................................................................................... 26
Electromagnetic Emissions.......................................................................................................... 26
Electromagnetic Immunity ........................................................................................................... 27
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General Information
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Foreword
Please read this manual in its entirety. It contains crucial
information for the proper use and maintenance of the Voyager. It
will help protect your product as well as ensure that it performs to
your satisfaction.
Lifting and transferring a person always present a potential risk.
Informations in this manual are safety related and must be read
and understood to help prevent injuries.
If a serious incident occurs in relation to this medical device,
affecting the user, or the patient then the user or patient should
report the serious incident to the medical device manufacturer or
the distributor. In the European Union, the user should also report
the serious incident to the Competent Authority in the member
state where they are located.
Tested as per standards by:
Suitability
The Voyager range of lifts are suitable for the following
categories of lift within the working parameters of the lifts
specified in the technical specifications:-
Category A - Wheelchair
Category B - Bed
Category C - Bath
Category D - Toilet/ shower chair
Category E - Floor
Category F - 90 degree rotation
The Voyager series are suitable for patients in the sitting, sitting/
recumbent and recumbent positions.
Service and Support
A service routine must be done on your Voyager by Joerns /
Healthcare trained service staff. This will ensure the product
remains safe and functional. See “Care and Maintenance”
section.
Please contact your local Joerns / Healthcare agent for any of the
following:
• more information,
• report an unexpected event or lack of performance,
WARNING: Injuries can be attributed to the use of
inadequate parts. Use only parts designated by Joerns
Healthcare on your Voyager.
WARNING: Unauthorized changes on any Joerns
Healthcare product may affect its safety. Joerns Healthcare
will not be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or
deficiencies of performance that occur as a result of any
unauthorized changes to its products.
General Information
Thank you for choosing the
Voyager lift from Joerns /
Healthcare.
Your Voyager is part of a
series of quality products
designed specially for home
care, nursing homes and
other health care uses.
We are dedicated to serving
your needs and providing the
best products available along
with training that will bring
your staff maximum benefit
from every Joerns /
Healthcare product.
Please read this manual
thoroughly. Contact us if you
have any questions about the
operation or maintenance of
your Joerns / Healthcare
product.

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• help in setting up, using or maintaining your
Voyager,
• replacement parts.
The agent can offer support and service
programs to maximize the long-term safety,
reliability and value of the product.
Additional copies of this manual can be
purchased from your local Joerns / Healthcare
agent. When ordering, include the Instructions for
Use product number (001.08075.04 rev. 13).
Manufacturer Information
This product has been manufactured by:
ArjoHuntleigh AB
Hans Michelsensgatan 10
211 20 Malmö,
SWEDEN
: [phone]
: [phone]
: www.arjo.com
Distributor Information
UK Information
Joerns Healthcare Ltd,
Drakes Broughton Business Park,
Worcester Road,
Drakes Broughton, Pershore,
Worcestershire, WR10 2AG
United Kingdom
Customer Care : [phone]
: [email protected]
: www.joerns.co.uk.
US Information
Joerns Healthcare Ltd,
2100 Design Road, Suite 100
Arlington, TX 76014
USA
: 800-826-0270
: 800-457-8827
: [email protected]
: www.joerns.com
Definitions Used in this Manual
Means: Failure to understand and follow these
instructions may result in injury to yourself and
others.
Means: Failure to follow these instructions may
cause damage to the product.
Means: This is important information regarding
the correct use of the product.
Intended Use
The Voyager is designed for lifting patients in a
homecare setting, at nursing homes and other
assisted living centres. Patient transfer must be
done under the supervision of trained caregivers
as per the instructions therein.
The product must only be used for the purposes
stated above. It must be installed by Joerns /
Healthcare authorized personnel as per local
codes.
Operational Life
The equipment is designed and tested to support
at minimum, a useful life of seven (7) years or
10,000 transfers, whichever comes first. It is
subject to preventive maintenance as specified in
the "Care and Maintenance" section in this
manual.
The expected life for consumable products such
as batteries, fuses, straps and cords is dependent
upon the care and usage of the product
concerned. Consumables must be maintained in
accordance with published Instructions for Use
and the "Preventive Maintenance Schedule".
Product Identification
The lift’s identification number (specification,
model, serial number) appears on a silver
nameplate affixed on the back of the casing.
How to Use this Manual
Keep this manual with the lift and refer to it as
needed. Make sure that all operators are regularly
trained in the use of the product as per the
information found therein.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTE:
WARNING: Do not attempt to use this
product without fully understanding the
information contained in this manual.
A misuse of this unit may lead to a patient
fall and to injuries.

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General
Symbols Key to Symbols
Points out the date of
manufacture and the address
of the manufacturer
CE marking indicating conformity
with European Community
harmonised legislation.
Approved by the Canadian
Standards Association.
Manufacturer's catalogue
number.
Manufacturer's serial number.
Refers to the
Instructions for Use.
Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) - do not
dispose of this product in general
household or commercial waste.
Risk of pinching.
SWL SWL represents the maximum
load the lifter is rated for safe
operation.
IPN1N2
Degree of protection provided by
enclosure.
N1: Ingress of particles,
N2: Ingress of water.
Direct current.
Alternating current.
Type BF applied part.
Operating Temperature Range.
Operating Humidity Range.
Keep dry.
Indicates the product is a Medical Device
according to EU Medical Device
Regulation 2017/745
Charger
Related
Symbol
Key to Symbol
Class II electrical equipment:
term referring to electrical
equipment in which protection
against electric shock does
not rely on basic insulation
only.
Sling
Related
Symbols
Key to Symbols
Maximum washing
temperature: 80 °C (176 °F),
permanent cycle.
Do not use bleach.
Do not dry clean.
Tumble dry low temperature.
Do not iron.
General
Symbols Key to Symbols
Symbols Used

Safety Instructions
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General Instructions
Keep these safety instructions with the Voyager lift at
all times.
Safe Working Load
The Voyager has been designed with a lifting
capacity of 200 kg (440 lb).
CAUTION: The Voyager is for transferring
patients only. Do not use the lift for any other
purpose.
WARNING: Always place the sling around the
patient as per the instructions enclosed.
Failure to do so may result in injuries to you or
to others.
CAUTION: Do not drop the lift, since it may
cause internal damage that is not easily seen.
If you suspect any damages to the lift, contact
your local Joerns / Healthcare agent for
servicing.
NOTE: Joerns Healthcare lifts are designed for
Arjo/Easytrack rail systems, Joerns Healthcare
slings and accessories.
WARNING: The Voyager is intended to be used
for patients whose weight is within a specified
safe working load. Do not attempt to lift more
than the lowest weight limit indicated on the
following:
• the rail system;
• the “maximum load” label on the lift;
• on the accessories;
• on the sling.
Surcharge of any of these elements may lead
to a patient fall and to injuries.
The product must be put in
service and used as per these
safety instructions.
Anyone using the product must
also have read and understood
this manual.
If there is anything you are not
sure about, contact your local
Joerns / Healthcare agent.
Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Directions
Always ensure that:
• The lift is installed by an authorized Joerns /
Healthcare contractor or installer.
• The product is used by trained caregivers.
• Special consideration is taken when
transferring a patient who is connected to
electrodes, catheters or other medical devices.
• Violent impact during transfers is avoided.
• The sling is not damaged, torn or frayed and
the straps are in good condition and properly
fastened.
• The lifting steps found in this manual are
followed.
• All controls and safety features are used only
as per the rules specified in this manual. Never
attempt to force a control or button on the lift.
• The charger is not stored in a shower, bath or
other areas with high humidity.
• Any precautionary or instruction labels are
read and those that cannot be easily read are
replaced.
• The daily maintenance is carried out before
using the lift.
Shock Prevention
• Do not touch or use a lift with bare conductors
or a damaged power cord. Electrically live
equipment can result in serious injuries. If the
lift or charger has any exposed or damaged
wires, contact your local Joerns / Healthcare
agent immediately.
• Do not splash or expose the device to water or
moisture.
• Check nameplate for input voltage and
frequency requirements. These ones differ by
country. Do not attempt to use the lift in an area
that has a different voltage and frequency
requirement.
• Read battery and charger instructions
thoroughly before using or storing them.
Fire and Explosion Prevention
• Do not place or store the battery under direct
sunlight or near a heat source.
• Do not expose the batteries to flames.
They might open, causing a chemical leak.
• Do not use the charger in the presence of
flammable anaesthetic gases. The charger
might generate a spark, which could cause an
implosion.
• Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
WARNING: Before attempting a transfer, a
clinical assessment of the patient’s
suitability for transfer should be carried out
by a qualified health professional. A transfer
conducted when it should not can degrade
the patient’s health condition.
WARNING: Joerns Healthcare warns of
possible strangulation risks related to the
lifting strap and hand control cable, and
advises to take necessary precautions to
prevent these.
WARNING: This product contains small
parts (such as caps, see Fig. 6) that might
present a severe danger to children if
swallowed or inhaled.
CAUTION: Keep all components of the lift
clean and dry.
CAUTION: Excessive exposure of the hand
control to water (or other liquid) could cause
malfunction of the device.

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Human and Environmental Safety
Practices
• Should the battery casing crack and cause
contents to come in contact with skin or
clothing, rinse immediately with plenty of
water.
• If contents come in contact with the eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical attention.
• Inhalation of the contents can cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and
medical attention.
• For recycling and disposal of the batteries, the
rules as per the WEEE directive (Waste of
Electronic and Electrical Equipment) as well as
local laws and regulations must be followed. If
not they may explode, leak and cause
personal injury. When returning batteries,
insulate their terminals with adhesive tape.
Otherwise, the residual electricity in used
batteries may cause fire or explosion.
Battery and Battery Charger Safety
Practices
Only use batteries designed for use with the
device. If unsure, do not use the battery. Make
sure it belongs to the device by comparing the
battery label with the technical specifications in
the Instructions for Use. If battery type cannot be
confirmed, call your Joerns Healthcare agent.
• Do not expose the battery or chargers to
flames.
• To avoid bodily injury, do not crush, puncture,
open, dismantle or otherwise mechanically
interfere with the battery.
• Stop using the battery if any damage or
deformation is noted.
• Be careful not to drop the battery.
• Only use the charger that has been supplied
with the product.
• Do not charge the battery in an unventilated
area.
• The charger must not be covered or exposed
to dust.
• The charger is designed for dry areas only and
for normal air humidity conditions.
Homecare Environment
Considerations
WARNING: Following the instructions is
important for the safe use of the battery.
WARNING: Following the instructions is
important for the safe use of the battery.
WARNING: The Voyager is not intended to
be operated by children. Serious injuries
could occur.
NOTE: Rigorous cleaning actions should be
done when the Voyager is exposed to an
animal. Pet hair trapped inside the device
(through the strap opening) can reduce the
product performance.

Parts Designation
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Parts Designation
Voyager Lift and Charging Station
Fig. 1
Legend
1) Emergency lowering key 5) Support 9) Battery
2) Strap 6) UP button 10)Emergency stop / Battery eject button
3) Carabiner 7) DOWN button 11) Charger
4) Hand Control unit 8) Charging Station