Barton RCL-4002 User manual

Ready Care Lift
(RCL-4002)
(RCL-4500)
(RCL-6002)
Operation Manual
(Model RCL-4002 Shown)
Rev A March 2007

Page #
Warnings 1
Warranty 2
Ready Care Lift (Model 4002) Specifications 3
Ready Car Lift (Model 4500) Specifications 4
Bariatric Ready Care Lift (Model 6002) Specifications 5
Ready Care Lift Overview 6
Assembly 7
Operation 8
Operation (special instructions for lifting from a vehicle 10
Slings
- Loading in a Seated Position 11
- Loading in a Recumbent Position 12
- Positioning the Legs 13
- Sling Care 14
Transfers 15
Interchangeable Battery System Overview 17
IBS Technical Data 18
Placing and Removing the Battery Pack 19
Installing the Charging Station 20
Ready Care Lift Scale (optional) 22
Scale Attachment (optional) 23
Scale Operation (optional) 24
Ready Care Lift - Major Components 25
Hanger Assmebly - Detail View 26
Interchangeable Battery System - Bariatric 27
Placing and Removing the Battery - Bariatric 28
Maintenance 29
Troubleshooting 30
Note: The maintenance checklist located in the back of the manual should be
photocopied and used to record your Ready Care Lift inspections.
Reminder:
Do not forget to complete and return the warranty card located in the back of the
Ready Care Lift manual.
Ready Car Lift Overview 9
TABLE OF CONTENTS

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SETUP OR OPERATE THE READY CARE LIFT
WITHOUT THOROUGHLY REVIEWING THE CONTENTS OF THIS
MANUAL! FAILURE TO DO SO MAYRESULTIN SERIOUS INJURY,
EQUIPMENT FAILURE,AND/OR VOID WARRANTY.
If you have any questions regarding the setup or operation of the Ready
Care Lift, please contact:
AFFIX DEALER CONTACT
INFORMATION HERE
Or contact Barton Medical:
1-800-387-7103
THE READY CARE LIFT FROM BARTON MEDICAL HAS BEEN INSPECTED TO
C.S.A. (CANADIAN STANDARDS ASSOCIATION) GUIDELINES.
WARNINGS
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WARRANTY
Warranties are limited to manufacturer’s defects and exclude the effects of normal wear
and tear, unintended use, operator abuse, concussive impacts and external factors
including exposure to heat lamps, vapours, chlorine and other corrosive substances.
Barton Medicals’ liability under warranties is limited to replacing defective parts and does
not extend to consequential damages. Warranties are voided by unauthorized repairs or
modifications to the equipment.
Structure
(includes structural frame)
Lifetime warranty. Does not include damage to enamel caused from wear and/or operator
abuse.
Arm Grips, Safety Straps
Ninety day warranty against manufacturers defects.
All Other Components
All other components of the Ready Care Lift, including castors and Interchangeable Battery
System have a one year warranty.
Please complete the warranty card and return it immediately to:
Canada/International:
Barton Medical Canada
5510 Mainway
Burlington, Ontario
L7L 6C4
United States:
Barton Medical Corporation
5725 Hwy 290 West, Suite 103
Austin TX 78735
Or Fax it to: 905-336-1708
This manual contains operating, maintenance and service instructions for the Ready Care
Lift.
It is the user's responsibility to ensure the correct use of Ready Care Lift and coordinate
the maintenance schedule to maintain good operating condition.
Specifications remain subject to change to allow the introduction of design improvements
and will be done without notice.
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PRODUCT NUMBER: RCL-4002
OPERATION: Electric Actuator
POWER SOURCE: 24 V (4.5 Amp)
BOOM, Highest Position: 70” (178 cm)
BOOM, Lowest Position: 23” (58 cm)
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 500 lbs (182 kg)
OVERALL LENGTH: 45½” (116 cm)
BASE/LEG WIDTH, Closed: Inside - 21¼” (54 cm)
Outside 25¾” (65 cm)
BASE/LEG WIDTH, Open: Inside - 44” (112 cm)
Outside 49” (125 cm)
FRONT CASTERS, Dual wheel: 3” (8 cm)
REAR CASTERS, Single w/brake: 4” (10 cm)
OVERALL WEIGHT: 120 lbs (54.4 kg)
CONSTRUCTION: Rectangular steel tubing
FINISH: Polyester powder coat, baked
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH: Standard
EMERGENCY LOWERING SWITCH: Standard
LOW BATTERY LEVEL LIGHT: Standard
LOW BATTERY AUDIBLE INDICATOR: Standard
ELECTRIC HAND CONTROL: Standard
BATTERY CHARGING
(on unit or at remote location): Standard
CHARGING TIME (FROM EMPTY): 9 hours (4.5 Amp battery with
500mA charging)
LIFTS PER CHARGE (under maximum load): 36 Cycles
READY CARE LIFT SPECIFICATIONS
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PRODUCT NUMBER: RCL-4500
OPERATION: Electric Actuator
POWER SOURCE: 24 V (4.5 Amp)
BOOM, Highest Position: 65-¾” (167 cm)
BOOM, Lowest Position: 29” (73.7 cm)
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 500 lbs (182 kg)
OVERALL LENGTH: 45½” (116 cm)
BASE/LEG WIDTH, Closed: Inside - 21¼” (54 cm)
Outside 25¾” (65 cm)
BASE/LEG WIDTH, Open: Inside - 44” (112 cm)
Outside 49” (125 cm)
FRONT CASTERS, Dual wheel: 3” (8 cm)
REAR CASTERS, Single w/brake: 4” (10 cm)
OVERALL WEIGHT: 110 lbs (49.9 kg)
CONSTRUCTION: Rectangular steel tubing
FINISH: Polyester powder coat, baked
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH: Standard
EMERGENCY LOWERING SWITCH: Standard
LOW BATTERY LEVEL LIGHT: Standard
LOW BATTERY AUDIBLE INDICATOR: Standard
ELECTRIC HAND CONTROL: Standard
BATTERY CHARGING
(on unit or at remote location): Standard
CHARGING TIME (FROM EMPTY): 9 hours (4.5 Amp battery with
500mA charging)
LIFTS PER CHARGE (under maximum load): 40 Cycles
READY CAR LIFT SPECIFICATIONS
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PRODUCT NUMBER: RCL-6002
OPERATION: Electric Actuator
POWER SOURCE: 2 X 12-Volt sealed, lead acid
BOOM, Highest Position: 71” (180 cm)
BOOM, Lowest Position: 23.75” (60 cm)
MAXIMUM CAPACITY:700 lbs. (272 kg.)
OVERALL LENGTH: 53.5” (136 cm)
BASE WIDTH, Closed: inside: 21” (53.5 cm)
outside: 25” (63.5 cm)
BASE WIDTH, Open: inside: 49” (124.5 cm)
outside: 53.25” (135 cm)
FRONT CASTERS, Dual wheel: 3” (7.6 cm)
REAR CASTERS, Single w/brake: 4” (10.2 cm)
OVERALL WEIGHT: 136 lbs. (61.8 kg.)
CONSTRUCTION: Rectangular steel tubing
FINISH: Polyester powder coat, baked
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH: Standard
EMERGENCY DOWN SWITCH: Standard
BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR: Standard
ELECTRIC HAND CONTROL: Standard
BATTERY PACK: Standard
BATTERY CHARGING (On or Off
Unit with charging station): Standard
SLING Optional
SCALE Optional
Actuator:
Thrust.....................................10 000 N (~2250 Lb)
Stroke Length.........................350 mm (13.78”)
BARIATRIC READY CARE LIFT SPECIFICATIONS
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Foot Pedal
Tie Rod
Tie Rod End
VIEW A
Detailed View of Foot Pedal Assembly
Textured
Sure Grip
A
(see detailed view)
Interchangeable
Battery System
Mast
Actuator
Lift Arm
Steering
Handles
Rear Locking
Casters
Sling
Hanger
Lift Arm
End Cap
READY CARE LIFT OVERVIEW
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1. Without using a knife, open the carton and remove the packaging which secures the
lift in the box. When removing the mast be careful as the lifting arm and actuator are
fastened to the mast.
2. Once all the parts have been removed from the carton, ensure you have all the
components which make up the lift. If there is a discrepancy please call your supplier
or Noram Solutions at 1-800-387-7103
3. Place the base on the floor and lock the rear castors to prevent movement while
assembling. Remove the three hex head bolts and plastic caps from the centre of the
base.
4. Position the mast over the corresponding holes in the base with the angle in the mast
tilting away from the lift and the actuator positioned between the legs of the lift.
5. Tighten all three bolts and replace the white caps over the bolt heads.
6. Remove the pivot bolt from the top of the mast and position the lifting arm between
the sides of the mast. Slip one nylon washer on both sides of the lifting arm, between
the lifting arm and the sides of the mast. Insert bolt and secure with nylock nut and
washer.
7. Remove the electronics pack from the small parts box.
8. Mount the electronics pack on the back of the Ready Care Lift mast using the two
machine screws (already attached to the mast).
9. Remove the battery pack from the small parts box and place it on the electronics
pack (see Placing and Removing the Battery Pack on page 17).
10. Take the plug end from the actuator and connect it to the actuator port on the
bottom of the electronics pack (see Electronics Pack Bottom View on page 14).
11.Test the emergency stop button by depressing it. Using the hand control (it is
attached to the electronics pack during shipping) push the up and down buttons. The
lifter should be inoperable. Disengage the emergency stop button by turning it in the
direction of the arrows (clockwise). Push the up and down buttons on the hand
control. The lifter should now operate up and down.
ASSEMBLY
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CHARGE YOUR READY CARE LIFT EVERY NIGHT USING THE CHARGER PROVIDED.
1. The lift should not be operated (more than two lifts) when the battery level indicator begins to
flash yellow. Be sure to charge as soon as possible. Extended use of the battery pack when
the low battery indicator is flashing may permanently affect the capacity of the batteries in
the pack.
2. The battery pack should be charged while on the lift. Plug the charger into the charging port
on the bottom of the electronics pack (see Electronics Pack Bottom View on page 14).
3. The battery pack may also be charged using a separate wall-mounted charging station
(optional). The battery pack is simply removed from the lift (see Placing and Removing the
Battery Pack on page 17) and placed onto the charging station. Charging begins
automatically. (Note: The charger remains plugged into the charging station).
4. The battery charger provided with the lifter is automatic (when plugged in, it begins to charge
automatically and shuts off when charging is completed). When charging, the yellow LED
on the electronics pack (or optional charging station) indicates that the battery is charging.
When the LED on the electronics pack (or optional charging station) turns green, the battery
is fully charged. There is no danger of overcharging the batteries.
5. The hand control is electric and controls the raising and lowering of the lift arm. To raise the
lift arm, simply press the up button on the hand control. To lower the lift arm, press the down
button (see Hand Control Overview on page 14).
6. There is an emergency lowering switch located on the bottom of the electronics pack (see
Electronics Pack Bottom View on page 14). This will enable the lift to be lowered in the event
the hand control should fail or the electronics malfunction. If there is a malfunction do not
use this lowering method on a continuous basis. The problem should be corrected by
qualified service personnel.
7. There is an emergency stop button located on the front of the electronics pack (see
Interchangeable Battery System Overview on page 14). This will cut power to the motor in
case of a malfunction. Push the button to cut power to system. Turn the button in the
direction of the arrows (clockwise) to reactivate power to the system.
8. Examine slings regularly.Never use slings that are torn or are showing signs of wear.
Replace slings immediately to ensure the safety of your patients.
9. We strongly recommend that you have your lifter inspected and tested by qualified service
personnel at least once a year. Service contracts can be arranged through your local Noram
dealer.
OPERATION
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READY CAR LIFT OVERVIEW
Lift Arm
Steering
Handles
Lift Arm
End Cap
Sling
Hanger
Rear Locking
Casters
Mast
Actuator
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1. For a vehicle extraction, the safe use of the lift requires two caregivers.
2. With doors on both sides of the vehicle open, one caregiver can access the patient from
inside the vehicle while the other works from the outside.
3. Assess the size and shape of the patient; particularly their circumference. Visually
compare them to the sling and choose the smallest sling possible.
4. Lean the patient forward. With the sling label at the top and facing away from the
patient, slide the sling down the between the back of the patient and the car seat. Slide
the sling down until it is at the coccyx.
5 Place each leg tab under the patient's legs and pull up between the legs. As an option,
the patient can be completely cradled by crossing the leg tabs completely under both
legs. The option chosen is dependent upon the shape of the patient.
6. Wheel the lift next to the vehicle and position the carry bar approximately six inches
above the lap. Use the strap position to orient the carry bar position.
7. Attach the straps to the carry bar at the yellow loops. If necessary, reposition the carry
bar during the placement. Attaching the straps may require some lifting effort but this
may be necessary due to patient shape and car size. As an overall consideration, the
lift boom needs to remain low during hookup to allow clearance of the boom during the
lift.
8. Lift the patient slightly to relieve weight from the car seat. Swing the patient legs out of
the vehicle.
9. Raise lift to a point were the boom can clear the door header. Back the patient out of
the vehicle and lower them onto a stretcher or wheelchair.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFTING FROMA VEHICLE
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LOADING IN ASEATED POSITION
1. Stand behind or to the side of the user
and hold the sling with the smooth side
facing the user's back.
2. Work the sling down the back, leaving
the top of the commode aperture at the
base of the spine.
- If the user leans back, use your
shoulder and upper arm to lean the
user forward.
- If the user wears a seatbelt, thread
the leg bands of the sling under the
belt.
Use the side and back handles to pull the
sling square around the shoulders and
centered along the spine.
3. Move to the front of the user, raise each
leg in turn and pull the leg band flat
underneath the thigh.
4. Position the legs.
5. Lower the carry bar, making sure to
avoid contact with the user's head.
Attach each strap to the closest hook.
Position the body by choosing the
appropriate loops. If the user wears a
seatbelt, ensure that all straps are
securely attached and that the user's
head is away from the carry bar.
6. Lift the user.
If the user is seated in a wheelchair, make sure the wheelchair is in a locked position
before proceeding. If the user is in bed, either bring the head of the bed to the upright
position or follow the procedure for loading in a recumbent position.
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LOADING IN ARECUMBENT POSITION
1. Turn the user to face you and hold the
sling sideways with the smooth side
facing the user. Gather the sling
halfway and place behind the user's
back with the smooth side up.
2. Turn the user on his/her back and pull
the gathered material towards you. The
sling should now be flat and centered
underneath the user.
3. Bring the leg bands underneath the
thighs to achieve the desired
positioning of the legs.
4. Bring the carry bar down to above the
chest and attach each strap to the
closest hook.
5. Position the body by choosing the
appropriate loops. As you begin lifting,
ensure that all straps are securely
attached and that the user's head is
away from the carry bar. If necessary,
re-adjust the leg bands to lie flat under
the thighs.
6. Lift the user.
If the user is in bed, make sure the surface is flat and adjusted to a comfortable working height.
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POSITIONING THE LEGS
POSITIONING THE BODY
Three leg positions are possible with the General Purpose Sling: open, divided and
closed. The closed position is for transfers, the open and divided positions are for
toileting and bathing as well as transfers. The closed position is often felt to be more
dignified, controls muscle spasms and is beneficial for transfers of amputees.
To achieve the open
position, bring the leg
bands up between the
thighs and attach the leg
straps to the ends of the
carry bar.
To achieve the divided
position, bring the leg
bands up between the
thighs, thread one leg
strap through the bottom
opening of the other and
attach the straps to the
ends of the carry bar
crossover-style.
For a more relaxed divided
position, bring the leg
bands up between the
thighs and attach the
straps to the center of the
carry bar. This method
takes pressure off the
thighs.
To achieve the closed
position, pull one leg
band, then the other,
underneath both thighs.
Bring each leg band
straight up and attach to
the end of the carry bar.
Positioning the body is done with the various loops of the head, shoulder and leg straps.
Always color-match the loops of each pair of straps to achieve level loading.
To achieve the upright position, use the short
loops of the head and shoulder straps and the
long loops of the leg straps. This is the most
common position and is referred to by practitioners
as LLSS: “Legs Long/Shoulders Short”.
To achieve various reclining position,
use the middle or long loops of the
head and shoulder straps and the
middle or short loops of the leg straps.
The short loops of the hip straps serve to increase clearance.
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SLING CARE
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
The body of the general purpose sling is made of quick-dry, heat set and flame retardant
polyester. The straps are high-strength nylon webbing. The padding is closed-cell
polyethylene foam. There is no latex in Noram slings. While the materials comply with
applicable standards for strength, shrinkage and flammability, slings are subject to wear
and tear, which increases with usage. Before each use check for fraying or cuts/tears
in the straps and body of the sling. Slings that show wear or damage should be taken
out of service.
Warranty
The life of a sling, like that of any garment, depends on the manner and frequency of its
use and laundering. Barton slings have a one year warranty. In normal institutional use,
it is good practice to replace slings annually.
Noram slings are of sturdy design, but the particulars of their construction call for
specific laundry treatment:
- Machine wash at normal setting and at 140F/60C. Depending on the washing
machine, this usually means on a medium temperature setting.
- Always use a laundry bag when washing a sling in a top-loading washing
machine. If washed loose, the thicker portions of the sling may get trapped
underneath the agitator, which will lead to marking and tearing.
- Don't use chlorine bleach or detergents containing such substances.
- Line drying is best. Tumble-drying at a normal setting and the lowest
temperature also gives good results.
- Don't dry clean.
- Don't iron.
The most common causes of laundering damage to slings are the machine-washing
in a top-loader without a laundry bag and machine drying at high temperatures.
Overloading a dryer, even at medium temperatures, may expose fabric directly to hot
spots caused by the heating element just outside the drum.
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TRANSFERS
CHAIR TO BED TRANSFER
1. Choose the appropriate sling for your resident and place it under them. (For
more information on using slings please see the Slings section of this manual).
2. Adjust the legs of the Ready Care Lift to straddle the chair. Use your left foot to
push the left pedal of the leg adjustment to widen the legs to the correct width.
The leg assembly has three width positions.
3. Lower the lift arm assembly by using the hand control, to enable you to attach
the sling to the hanger.
4. Raise the resident by using the hand control.
5. Transfer the resident to the bed and raise them high enough to clear the bed.
6. Position the resident over the centre of the bed and lower them using the hand
control.
7. Unhook the sling and move the Ready Care Lift away.
8. Turn the resident on their side and turn the sling towards their back. Turn the
resident onto their other side and remove the sling.
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TRANSFERS
BED TO CHAIR TRANSFER
1. Choose the appropriate sling for your resident.
2. Turn the resident on their side and position the sling at their back. Spread one
side of the sling out and turn the resident onto it and over further onto their side.
Spread the other half of the sling out and turn the resident onto their back.
3. Position the legs of the sling under the residents legs.
4. Position the Ready Care Lift over the resident and lower the lift arm assembly,
using the hand control, low enough to allow you to connect the sling to the
hanger.
5. Raise the resident off the bed using the hand control.
6. Move the Ready Care Lift with resident and position over the chair. Position the
resident so as they are lowered they will be correctly positioned to be seated in
the chair.
7. At this point, if lowering into a wheelchair, lock the wheels of the chair. You may
also want to lock the back wheels of the Ready Care Lift. Slowly start to lower the
resident observing their descent and the position they are achieving in the chair.
You may want to adjust accordingly if the position is not correct.
To position the resident straight in the chair, pull on the sling loop located at the
residents back as you are lowering them into the chair.
8. Continue to lower. If the wheelchair tilts back slightly, it is normal. It will correct
itself when the resident is completely in the chair.
9. Once the resident is fully seated, lower the lift arm assembly to enable you to
remove the sling from the hanger.
10. Lift the residents legs in order to remove the leg sections of the sling.
11. Lean the resident forward and remove the sling from behind them.
**NOTE**
Spreader bars can be used for very large residents or for lifting from the floor.
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Charger
Port
Actuator Port
Secondary
Actuator Port
Hand Control Port
Emergency
Lowering
Emergency Stop
Battery/Charge
Level Indicator
Plug In Ports
(see below for
detail view)
INTERCHANGEABLE BATTERY SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Bottom View Of Electronics Pack
Down
Up
Hanger
Hand Control Plug
(into Electronics Pack)
Hand Control (400-125) Overview
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1. It is highly recommended that the batteries be fully charged on a daily basis. This
action will greatly extend the life to the battery.
2. The Battery Pack may be charged while on the lift by inserting the charger plug into
the charger port on the bottom of the Electronics Pack (see Electronics Pack
Bottom View on page 14). This is the recommended method of charging.
3. The Battery Pack may also be charged using a separate wall-mounted charging
station (optional). The charger is plugged into the charging station. The Battery is
removed from the Ready Care Lift (see Placing and Removing the Battery Pack on
page 17) and placed into the charging station.
4. The LED Battery Level Indicator on the front of the electronics pack (see
Interchangeable Battery System Overview on page 14) indicates the battery charge
level. When the yellow light begins to flash, it indicates that the battery requires
charging. In addition to the LED, an audible signal (beep) sounds when the battery
level is low and in need of a charge. Please note, even on low battery power, the
Ready Care Lift can still be safely operated two more times before recharging.
When charging the battery, the yellow light will illuminate, indicating the battery is
charging. When the yellow light changes to green, the battery is fully charged.
5. The Electric Hand Control operates the raising and lowering of the lift arm
assembly.The hand control should remain connected to the electronics pack.
Should you find it necessary to remove the hand control, unplug it from the hand
control port on the bottom of the electronics pack (see Electronics Pack Bottom View
on page 14). There is a plastic tab that locks the hand control in place. Remember to
push the tab clear of the plug before disconnecting the hand control.
6. There is a red Emergency Stop Switch located on the front of the electronics pack.
This will disable the lift in case of a malfunction with the electronics. Push the red
button to shut off power to the lifter. Turn the red button in the direction of the arrows
(clockwise) to return power to the lifter.
7. The Emergency Lowering switch ensures that the lifter can be lowered safely
should the hand control malfunction. The emergency lowering switch is a yellow
membrane switch, located on the bottom of the electronics pack (see Electronics
Pack Bottom View on page 14).
INTERCHANGEABLE BATTERY SYSTEM
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