Costcare L350C User manual

Manual Hydraulic (Item: L350C)
Mobile Patient Lift
User Manual
DEALERS: This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift.
USER: Before using this patient lift, read this manual and save for future reference.

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Table of Contents
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION....................................................................................................................2
1.1 STANDARD SYMBOLS AND WARNING LABELS......................................................................................................2
1.2 INTENDED USE..............................................................................................................................................2
1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................3
1.4 LIFE EXPECTANCY ..........................................................................................................................................6
2.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION.................................................................................................................7
2.1 PATIENT LIFT ................................................................................................................................................7
3.0 EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................................8
3.1 UNPACKING THE PATIENT LIFT .........................................................................................................................8
3.2 ASSEMBLING THE PATIENT LIFT.......................................................................................................................10
4.0 EQUIPMENT OPERATION .................................................................................................................14
4.1 OPERATING THE PATIENT LIFT.........................................................................................................................14
5.0 LIFTING THE PATIENT .......................................................................................................................16
5.1 PREPARING THE LIFT FOR USE.........................................................................................................................16
5.2 LIFTING/MOVING THE PATIENT......................................................................................................................17
5.3 TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT..........................................................................................................................18
6.0 MAINTENANCE & CLEANING ............................................................................................................21
6.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.............................................................................................................................21
6.2 DETECTING WEAR AND DAMAGE ...................................................................................................................22
6.3 LUBRICATION..............................................................................................................................................22
6.4 CHECKING AND TIGHTENING MAST PIVOT BOLT ................................................................................................23
6.5 REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC PUMP..................................................................................................................24
6.6 REPLACING THE SWIVEL BAR..........................................................................................................................25
6.7 MAINTAINING THE BASE ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................26
6.8 REPLACING THE CASTERS/FORKS ....................................................................................................................26
6.9 CLEANING..................................................................................................................................................28
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..............................................................................................................29
8.0 LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................30
APPENDIX –SERVICE RECORD........................................................................................................................31

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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Standard Symbols and Warning Labels
Warnings
Signal words with symbols are used in this manual to highlight hazards or unsafe practices
which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for
definitions of the signal words and symbols.
DANGER
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage or minor injury or both.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to equipment or property
if it is not avoided.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for ease of use.
1.2 Intended Use
The Manual Patient Lift is intended for use in within an institutional healthcare
environment, i.e. hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation care, assisted living.
The patient lift is NOT a transport device. It is intended to transfer an individual from
one resting surface to another (such as a bed to a wheelchair).
DO NOT attempt any transfer without approval of the patient’s physician, nurse or
medical assistant.

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The lifts are intended for users who fully understood the content of this manual and
is not intended for use by children.
1.3 Safety Precautions
1.3.1 Assembling the Lift
WARNING
DO NOT overtighten the mounting hardware as this will damage the mounting
brackets.
1.3.2 Operating the Lift
WARNING
DO NOT exceed maximum weight limitation of the patient lift. The weight limitation
for the lift is 450 lbs.
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts to avoid injury.
Although two assistants are recommended for all lifting preparation and transferring
procedures, our equipment will permit proper operation by one assistant. The use
of one assistant is based on the evaluation of the health care professional for each
individual case.
1.3.3 Using the Slings
WARNING
Use a sling advised by the individual’s doctor, nurse or medical assistant for the
comfort and safety of the individual being lifted.
DO NOT insert any kind of plastic back incontinence pad or seating cushion between
patient and sling material that may cause the patient to slide out of the sling during
transfer.
After each wash (in accordance with instructions on the sling), inspect sling(s) for
wear, tears, and loose stitching. Bleached, torn, cut, frayed, or broken slings are
unsafe and could result in injury, and should be DISCARDED immediately.

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DO NOT alter slings.
Be sure to check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced,
to ensure that it is properly attached before the patient is removed from a stationary
object (bed, chair or commode).
If the patient is in a wheelchair, secure the wheel locks in place to prevent chair
movements that could lead to potential falls.
When connecting slings to the patient lift, make sure there is sufficient head support
when lifting a patient.
1.3.4 Lifting the Patient
WARNING
When using the lift, the legs MUST be opened to the maximum position and locked
before lifting the patient.
The rear casters of the patient lift MUST be kept unlocked when lifting an individual.
Locking the casters during lifting procedures could cause the lift to tip and endanger
the patient and assistants. The unlocked casters during lifting procedures will allow
the patient lift to stabilize itself when the patient is initially lifted from a chair, bed
or any stationary object.
Specific slings are made for the Manual Hydraulic Patient Lifts. For the safety of the
patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers.
Warranty will be voided.
When the patient is elevated a few inches off a stationary surface and before moving
the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly
connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto
the bed and rectify the issue.
Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made prior to moving the patient.
Patient's arms should be kept inside of the straps.
During transfer, with patient suspended in a sling attached to the lift, DO NOT roll
caster base over uneven surfaces that could cause the patient lift to tip over. Use
steering handle on the mast at all times to maneuver the patient lift.

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1.3.5 Transferring the Patient
WARNING
When the patient is elevated a few inches off a stationary surface and before moving
the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly
connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto
the bed and rectify the issue.
Wheelchair wheels MUST be locked before lowering the patient into the wheelchair
for transport.
Make sure the wheelchair weight capacity can withstand the patient's weight prior
to loading the patient.
Be sure to check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced,
to ensure that it is properly attached before the patient is removed from the bed or
chair.
Mast pivot under the rubber boot must be tight to ensure safe use of the patient lift.
Bolt must be checked at least every six months in conjunction with periodic
maintenance.
1.3.6 Performing Maintenance
WARNING
ONLY qualified personnel should carry out the lift maintenance.
DO NOT attempt to open the pre-sealed hydraulic pump or obtain local service, for
it will VOID the warranty and might result in damage. Consult your dealer or
manufacturer for further information.
After the first year of operation, the hooks of the swivel bar and the mounting
brackets of the boom should be inspected every three months to determine the
extent of wear. If these parts become worn, replacement must be made.
After the first year of operation, inspect the swivel bar and the eye of the boom (to
which it attaches) for wear. If the metal is worn, the parts MUST be replaced. Make
this inspection every six months thereafter.
Inspect the casters and axle bolts every six months to check for tightness and wear.

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Regular maintenance of patient lifts and accessories is necessary to ensure proper
operation. DO NOT overtighten mounting hardware. This will damage mounting
brackets.
1.3.7 Disposal
WARNING
This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer.
This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if
disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your
recycling facility at its end of life.
1.4 Life Expectancy
Lift - The lift expectancy of the lift is eight years, presuming that the product is used
daily and in accordance with safety instructions and maintenance instructions stated
in this manual.

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2.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
2.1 Patient Lift
L350C
Model Type
Hydraulic Manual Lift
Height at Sling Hook-up - MAX
67”
Height at Sling Hook-up - MIN
20.8”
Base Width OPEN
40”
BASE Width Closed
25”
Base Height (Clearance)
4.5”
Base Length
48”
Caster Size (Front/Rear)
3”/ 5”(lockable)
Weight Capacity
450 lbs
Weight IN Carton
116 lbs
Weight OUT of Carton
93 lbs

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3.0 EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY
3.1 Unpacking the Patient Lift
WARNING
To avoid injury, DO NOT attempt to remove the lift from the carton without
assistance.
I. Unpack the components from the shipping carton.
II. Upon unpacking your patient lift, the package should contain all of the following
components.
III. Examine exterior of the patient lift for nicks, dents, scratches or damages. Inspect
all components.
Main component provided in the package:
Lift Caster Base x 1
Mast assembly x 1
Boom assembly x 1
Shifter Handle x 1
Swivel Bar Cover x 1
(Pre-wrapped on bar)
Allen Wrench x 2
(size M8 & M10)

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Shifter Handle x 1
YOU SHOULD PREPARE THE FOLLOWING TOOLS FOR THE LIFT ASSEMBLY:
Crosshead Screwdriver x 1
(For Bariatric Lift Only)
Not all items provided in the carton are shown in the above. Pinch guards, bolts,
washers and nuts are fastened to their intended locations and therefore omitted from
the illustration.
IMPORTANT
Store the repackaged patent lift in a dry area. Do not place other objects on top of
the repackaged patient lift.
Unless the lift is to be used immediately, retain boxes, containers, and packing
materials for use in storing until use of patient lift is required.

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3.2 Assembling the patient lift
WARNING
Use only parts supplied by the manufacturer for assembly. The base legs, the mast,
boom, hydraulic pump assembly and the swivel bar are manufactured to
specifications that assure correct alignment of all parts for safe operation.
3.2.1 Assembling the mast to the base
I. Step on the locking levers to lock the two rear casters at the base.
II. Remove the shoulder bolt, washer and nut fastened to the base of the mast.
III. Position the mast in an upright position and place the mast over the U-shape cut-
out of the base.
IV. Insert shoulder bolt with washers through the base and mast.
V. Secure with nut.

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WARNING
For storage or transport, the mast may be disconnected from the base. Each time
the mast is removed and returned to the base, the mast MUST be properly secured
to the base assembly.
3.2.2 Assembling the boom to the mast
I. Step on the locking levers to lock the two rear casters at the base.
II. Align the mounting holes with the bracket on the mast.
III. Secure the boom to the mast with a bolt, washer and nut.

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3.2.3 Assembling the hydraulic pump to the boom
The bottom of the hydraulic pump assembly will be preassembled to the mast
mounting bracket.
I. Remove the shoulder bolt, washer and nut fastened to the boom mounting
bracket.
II. Lift-up on the boom and place it on your left shoulder.
III. Align the holes of the boom assembly mounting bracket with those of the
hydraulic pump and insert the bolt. Secure with nut.
Be sure that the bolt is completely through the holes of the boom assembly mounting
bracket and the hydraulic pump assembly. The boom assembly will pivot easily if the
mounting hardware is aligned properly when the boom assembly is secured.

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3.2.4 Installing the shifter handle
I. Line-up the shifter handle opening with the threaded connector at the base.
II. Turn the shifter handle clockwise and securely tighten into the base.
III. Secure the shifting handle in place with a cross head screw.

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4.0 EQUIPMENT OPERATION
4.1 Operating the patient lift
4.1.1 Closing/Opening the Legs of the lift base
Stand at the rear of the lifter and grasp the shifter handle. Swivel the shifter handle to
open and close the legs of the base.
The shifter handle MUST lock into its mounting slot to lock the legs in the full
close/open position.
WARNING
The shifter handle MUST be positioned completely into its mounting slot. DO NOT
use the patient lift until shifter handle is properly seated and the legs of the patient
lift are locked in place. Otherwise, injury and/or damage may occur.

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4.1.2 Raising/lowering the lift
WARNING
The rear casters of the patient lift should not be locked when lifting an individual.
Locked casters could cause the lift to tip and endanger the patient and assistants. It
is recommended that the rear casters be left unlocked during lifting procedures to
allow the patient lift to stabilize itself when the patient is initially lifted from a chair,
bed or any stationary object.
I. To raise the patient, first make sure the control valve is at close position (Valve
handle parallel to the pump handle).
II. Maneuver the pump handle in an up and down motion to lift up the patient.
III. To lower the patient, turn the control valve away from the pump hand in the open
position. The weight of the patient will lower the lift. The degree of control valve
opening will vary the speed of descent.
The safety mechanism built into the lift allows the patient to descend slowly even
when the control valve is fully open.

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5.0 LIFTING THE PATIENT
5.1 Preparing the lift for use
5.1.1 Positioning the lift for use
I. With the legs of the base open and locked, use the steering handle to push the
patient lift into position.
II. Lower the patient lift for easy attachment of the sling.
WARNING
The legs of the lift must be in the maximum open position and the shifter handle
locked in place for optimum stability and safety. If it is necessary to close the legs of
the lift to maneuver the lift under a bed, close the legs of the lift only as long as it
takes to position the lift over the patient and lift the patient off the surface of the
bed. When the legs of the lift are no longer under the bed, return the legs of the lift
to the maximum open position and lock the shifter handle immediately.
5.1.2 Prepare the Sling at Lying Position
I. Carefully and gently roll the patient on their side. The sling seat should be folded
lengthwise and placed under the patient so that the lower edge of the seat is
slightly below the back.
II. Roll the patient back onto their other side and pull the sling seat so that it unfolds
under the patient. Then pull the leg loops forward and under the patient’s thighs.
The loops should come through the patient’s legs. Then cross the loops.
III. With the boom of the lift lowered, place the straps of the sling over hooks of the
swivel bar.

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5.1.3 Prepare the Sling at Seated Position
WARNING
Where the patient is seated in a wheelchair, the wheels MUST be locked when
putting on the sling.
I. Lean patient forward and set the folded sling behind the patient’s back. Set the
sling as far down as possible until it touches the back of the seat.
II. Open the sling, pull the bottom loop section of the sling under patient’s thighs
then cross the loops.
III. With the lift in position and boom lowered, place the straps of the sling over hooks
of the swivel bar.
5.2 Lifting/Moving the Patient
WARNING
Before lifting or transferring the patient, the base legs MUST be locked in the open
position for optimum stability and safety. DO NOT engage the rear locking casters
when patient is in the lift.
I. Using the steering handle, push the patient lift underneath the bed.
II. With the sling securely attached to the lift, press the UP ( ) button to raise the
patient above the bed. The patient should be elevated high enough to clear the
bed and their weight supported by the lift.
WARNING
When the patient is elevated a few inches off the surface of the bed and before
moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly

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connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto
the bed and rectify the issue.
III. When the patient is lifted from the bed (with the patient’s head supported),
he/she will be raised to a sitting position.
IV. When the patient is clear of the bed surface, swing their feet off the bed.
V. Using the steering handle, move the lift away from the bed.
VI. When moving the patient lift away from the bed, turn the patient so that he/she
faces assistant operating the patient lift.
VII. Press the DOWN ( ) button lowering patient so that his feet rest on the base
of the lift, straddling the mast.
VIII. With both hands firmly on the steering handle, pull the patient lift away from the
bed and then push it from behind.
5.3 Transferring the patient
WARNING
When the patient is elevated a few inches off a stationary surface and before moving
the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly
connected. If any attachment is NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto
the bed and rectify the issue.
WARNING
Before lifting or transferring the patient, the base legs MUST be locked in the open
position for optimum stability and safety. DO NOT engage the rear locking casters
when patient is in the lift.
5.3.1 Transferring the patient from and to a car
It is recommended that two assistants to help transferring a patient from a car to a
wheelchair.
I. To transfer a patient away from a car, with the first assistant supporting the
patient, the second assistant lower the boom of the patient lift until the hooks of
the swivel bar are even with the roof of the car.
II. Attach the sling to the swivel bar.
III. Lift the patient up off of seat until straps are taut.
IV. Turn patient with sling until legs are outside of car.

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V. Lift up on legs with one hand and tilt the patient back with the other hand.
VI. The second assistant should pull the patient lift away from the car until the patient
is completely clear of the door frame.
VII. Release the patient back to his/her normal sitting position in the sling.
VIII. Place patient in wheelchair, refer to Transferring the patient to a wheelchair
section of this manual.
IX. To transfer a patient to the car, reverse the above steps.
5.3.2 Transferring the patient for using a commode chair or standard
commode
The slings with commode openings are designed to be used with either a commode
chair or standard commode.
It is recommended that the sling remain connected to the swivel bar during the
patient’s use of either the commode chair or standard commode.
I. With the patient correctly positioned on the sling, attached the sling to the swivel
bar.
II. The patient should be elevated high enough to clear the commode chair/standard
commode and their weight supported by the lift.
III. With the help of both assistants, guide the patient onto the commode
chair/standard commode.
IV. Lower the patient onto the commode chair/standard commode leaving the sling
attached to the swivel bar.
V. When complete, recheck for correct attachment and then raise the patient off the
commode chair.
VI. When patient is clear of the commode surface (using the steering handles), move
the lift away from the commode chair/standard commode.
VII. To return patient to bed, reverse procedures concerning lifting the patient,
operation and sling attachment.
VIII. To return or place patient in a wheel chair, refer to Transferring the patient to a
wheelchair section of this manual.
The lift is NOT a transport device. Where it is difficult to maneuver the lift towards the
commode or the bathroom facility is too far from the bed, the patient MUST be
transported to a wheel chair first.