Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Gravis FLP500 Operator's manual

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DRIVE DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis Floor Lifts
Item #s FLP500, FLNP500, FLP600, FLNP600
User Instruction Manual
To avoid injury, read user manual prior to use.
Warning-Lift Operation
Injury or death could be caused by incorrect operation and not qualified operator.

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Contents:
1. Introduction……………………………………………….4
2. Intended Use……………………………………………..5
3. Assembly Instructions…………………………………...6
4. Safety precautions………………………………...……10
5. Operation instruction………………………………..….12
6. Batteries…………………………………………...…….19
7. Maintenance and Daily Check list……………..……...21
8. Contact detail……………………………………..……..23
9. Key Symbols…………………………………….………24
10. Warranty…………………………………………………25
11. Parts………………………………………………….….26
12. EMI……………………………………………………….27
13. Technical Specs……………………………………...…30

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The Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis Resident/Patient
Floor Lifts
Commented [SM1]: FPO

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1. Introduction: About Your Lift
The Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis floor lifts have a fresh contemporary look
with curved boom and mast and V-shaped legs which ensure a remarkable stability compared
to similar lifts, this feature makes it is possible to have a lifting capacity of, see chart below,
without comprising safety.
Each Levantar/Gravis lift is fully assembled, load tested and certified before being
packed/shipped.
The packing is specifically designed for both export and domestic shipment to ensure the safe
arrival of the lift. A number of documents are supplied in a packet with each lift and should be
kept safely for future reference.
• TEST CERTIFICATE • USER MANUAL
The TEST CERTIFICATE is an important document and should be kept for reference purposes.
To properly maintain your lift please refer to the maintenance schedule included in this
document. If you are at all unsure what your country’s servicing requirements are, please check
with your dealer and/or a local government agency.
Product # Product Name Power/Manual Base Weight Capacity
FLNP500 LEVANTAR Manual 500 lbs
FLP500 LEVANTAR Power 500 lbs
FLNP600 GRAVIS Manual 600 lbs
FLP600 GRAVIS Power 600 lbs

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2. Statement of Intended Use
The intended use of this lifting device is for the safe lifting and transfer of an individual from one
resting surface to another (such as a bed to a wheelchair). Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
recommends that the transfer of a patient is fully risk assessed and conducted safely over a
short distance only.
The Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis lifts are suitable for patients in the
SITTING, SITTING/RECUMBENT and RECUMBENT positions.
The Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Levantar/Gravis is an electrically operated patient lift, designed
to support and promote safe patient handling and transfer for both the patient and caregiver.
The Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis lifts incorporates a 6-point cradle with
safety sling spring clips as standard and is designed to be used in conjunction with, and only,
Drive DeVilbiss branded range of slings. A 4-point cradle option is available as an add-on
accessory.
Expected Service Life
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis lifts are designed and tested for a minimum
service life of fifteen (15) years, subject to the use and maintenance procedures stated in this
manual. Use, other than in accordance with these instructions, may compromise service life.

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3) Assembly Instructions
Carton Contents
Place the carton in a clear working area and open carefully. The carton contains:
• DRIVE DEVILBISS HEALTHCARE LEVANTAR OR GRAVIS FLOOR LIFT
MAST, BOOM, BASE, “U” SHAPPED PUSH HANDLE
• WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
• HAND CONTROL
• BATTERY PACK
• CHARGING CORD
• DESK TOP CHARGER/STAND
• FOR THOSE LIFTS THAT HAVE A MANUAL BASE – SPREADER BAR
Warning
The Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare’s Levantar and Gravis lifts are heavy and will need to be lifted
with care. You may need assistance to lift the product from the carton.
1. Remove all the parts from the carton and place on the floor, taking care to protect the finish
from damage.
Place the base in a clear space and apply the rear brakes. If you are assembling a unit with a
power base, connect the two power base connectors before sliding mast into base. Be careful
not damaging the wire connectors.
2. Fit the mast and boom assembly into the base socket

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3. Secure the mast and boom assembly to the base with the four attachment bolts
4. If you are assembling the manual base, connect the manual leg adjustment handle to the
base.
Warning
Avoid trapping fingers. Keep fingers away from the end of the mast when inserting into
the base 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.
6. Line the handle assembly up to the rear of the mast and attach using the two screws
provided. The screws needed to attach the handle are kept in the user instruction wallet

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for safe keeping.
7. Fit power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully engaged.
“Click” in place.
7. Plug the handset and actuator cables into the bottom of the controller. Refer to the figures on
page 13 for correct positions.
Disassembly

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The lift should not be disassembled unless for service, repair or transport if necessary. If
disassembly is required, simply follow the assembly instructions in reverse sequence.
ALWAYS CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE OPERATION
 The mast is fully locked into position.
 Confirm the boom rises and lowers (This is done via the hand control and/or control
module).
 The legs of the lift open and close satisfactorily (This is done via the hand control
and/or control module).
 The red Emergency Stop Button is located on the top 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
counter clockwise and releasing.

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ON OFF
4) Safety Precautions
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of Drive
DeVilbiss patient lifts are 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 THE
DRIVE DEVILBISS HEALTHCARE’S LEVANTART OR GRAVIS LIFTS
WARNING: Important safety information for hazards that might cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Information for preventing damage to the product.
NOTE: Information to which you should pay special attention.
WARNING
• DO NOT lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST located towards the end of the manual
before using the lift.
• DO NOT exceed the safe working load of the lift.
• ALWAYS plan your lifting operations before commencing
• ALWAYS familiarize yourself with the operating control and safety features of a lift
before lifting a patient
• Use ONLY Drive DeVilbiss branded slings
• 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
• ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions provided (user instructions).
• ALWAYS check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the patient.
• When the patient is two inches above the lifting surface check all sling connection
points to ensure all are secure

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• 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
• ALWAYS lock the wheels when lifting from the floor
• DO NOT attempt to maneuver the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or patient
• ALWAYS maneuver the lift with the handle provided. A foot push pad is also provided
• DO NOT push a loaded lift at speeds, which exceed a slow walking pace (2.6 ft/sec)
• DO NOT push the lift over uneven or rough ground. Particularly if loaded
• 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.
• DO NOT use or store a lift in a wet or corrosive environment such as shower, bath or
pool locations.
• DO NOT charge batteries in a bathroom or shower room.
• DO NOT place or store batteries under direct sunlight or near a heat source.
• 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 a loaded lift on thick pile carpet.
• NEVER operate the lift with loose or missing parts or fasteners.
• INSPECT all precautionary labels on the lift. Order and replace all labels that cannot be
easily read.

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5) Operation instruction
A) Handset is indicated with pictogram indicating up/down and close/open, it has
expandable spiral cord.
 Leg adjustment
The legs on the Drive Devilbiss Healthcare Levantar or Gravis lifts are available with
either powered or manually adjustable for width. The legs can be opened to enable
access around armchairs or wheelchairs. For transferring and negotiation narrow
doorways and passages the lift legs should be in the closed position.
Electric leg adjustment is achievable by pressing the appropriate buttons on the hand
set. The legs will be locked automatically whenever the hand control switch is released.
Manual leg adjustment, legs width will be engaged by operating width control handle.
 Castors and Braking
The lift has two braked castors which can be applied for parking. When lifting, DO NOT
lock the castors, the castors should be left free and un-braked. The lift will then be able
to move to the center of gravity of the lift. If the brakes are applied, it is possible that the
patient will swing to the center of gravity and this may prove disconcerting and
uncomfortable, or the lift may tilt over and cause injury to patient.

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 Raising and lowering the boom
The movement of the boom is achieved by a powerful electric actuator, which is
controlled by a simple hand set unit. The hand set has two buttons with directional
arrows UP and DOWN. The actuator stops automatically at the limit of travel in both
directions. The hand control plugs into a socket at the base of the control box. There is
a hook on the back of the hand control, which allows it to be hanged on the mast or
boom when not in use.
 Battery capacity
 Redundant controls
There are also raising and lowering buttons on the control module. These are located
next the emergency stop button and can be used to lower/raise the patient if necessary
or should the hand control fail.
B) Mechanical Emergency Down
In the case of a complete electrical failure, the electrical actuator is fitted with a
mechanical lowering device on top of actuator, it its twisted by hand to activate
lowering. A slow decent will commence. Repeat this process until the patient has been
safely lowered.
If this manual lowering is used, the lift MUST be subsequently checked out by a qualified
engineer.
C) Smart/Safety Control Module

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Intended Use
The Drive DeVilbiss Smart/Safety control module has an LED screen, redundant controls for
operation if the hand control becomes inoperable, battery and an emergency stop button.
Main features:
a. Raise/Lower Hoist, Legs open/close (with power base only)
b. Visual battery capacity read out will alarm when battery is at lower capacity
c. Control box is equipped with overload protection for the lifting and leg spreading function.
d. Emergency stop button disconnects power supply. Battery cannot be charged if emergency
button is in lower, pressed position.

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e. Charger is integrated in the control box or can be charged externally using the charging
stand included.
The Smart/Safety Control Module stores useful servicing information about the lift that can be
recalled when required. This servicing information includes:
• Number of patient lift cycles
• Total work done by actuator
• Number of lift overloads (attempted lifts above the safe working load)
• Number of days since last service interval
The Drive DeVilbiss Smart/Safety control module contains a microprocessor inside making it
possible to read out service data via the on-board LCD screen. This information and setting can
only be performed by using the Smart/Safety learning hand control (DRIVE Item #
Features
• Data collection in the control box with data display via LCD screen
• Work counter
• Intelligent cycle counter
• Service indicator

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• Service interval indicator
• Overload information
• 3 step battery indicators
Benefits
• Improved safety for both patient and care giver
• Accurate service data available at the touch of a button
• Optimized product life time
• Ease of maintenance for engineers and service technicians

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6) Batteries
The batteries are protected from deep discharge by a lower voltage alarm. This will sound when
the batteries need recharging and the hand control is being operated. It will not sound
independently of the hand control being operated. CAUTION: DO NOT IGNORE THIS
WARNING ALARM. Complete the lifting operation and charge the battery pack immediately.
To avoid possible permanent damage to the battery, the battery should be placed on charge as
soon as the display indicates the half empty battery symbol.
Charging Instructions
When the power pack needs to be charged:
1. There are two possibilities to charge the battery:
a. Battery can be charged directly thru control box, connect charger to control box
DC jack then you can charge the battery. Please release emergency button
before charging. Charge will not be possible if emergency button is lokcked.
b. Battery can also be charged on charge stand, remove battery pack from the lift.
The pack is retained by a simple latch at the top of the battery pack. Lift the latch
and the battery pack will be released.
Fit the battery pack to the charging stand, connect charger to charge stand DC
jack, then you can charge that battery.
2. Charging is automatic and will fully charge the batteries over a period of approximately
3 hours.
Note: After battery is fully charged, even if the charger is left plugged in for extended
periods it will not overcharge the battery.
a) Green Light - Indicates main power is on.
b) Orange Light – Indicates battery is being charged.
c) Battery will be fully charged when green light is on after orang light.
Notes: It is recommended that the battery be charged immediately upon receipt.
3. To return the lift to service,
a. When battery is being charged on control box, simply unplug the charger.
b. Unplug the charger and remove the battery pack from the charging stand. Fit the
battery pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the battery pack in place is
fully engaged. “Click” in place.

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4. Charge battery when battery is kept or without being operated for more than 3 months.
It is quite easy and simple to charge battery, but you should follow the charging
instructions closely. Please pay particular attention to the following points, they will
help a lot to avoid problems with discharged batteries.
WARNING
 The power system include battery, charger, hand control and control box, actuator are
not to be repaired or opened by unauthorized personnel. (Contact your distributor for
warranty and repairs).
 Never touch battery/charger terminals with any metal object.
 KEEP the batteries fully charged. Place the battery on the charge whenever it is not in
use. If it is more convenient to do so, place on charge every night. The charger will
not make the batteries to overcharge.
 NEVER run the batteries completely exhausted. As soon as there is an audible
warning sounds, complete the lifting operation in hand and charge battery.
 To avoid possible permanent damage to the battery, the battery should be being
charged as soon as the display indicates the half remaining battery symbol.
 NEVER store the battery for long periods without regular charging throughout the
storage period. It is suggested to charge battery 3 months once at least.
 Do not leave the battery pack connected with the charger unit unplugged.
 DO NOT leave the charger plugged in with no battery connected.
 NEVER disconnect the charger plug by pulling on the cable.
 BE CAREFUL not to trip over the charger cable lead.
 DO NOT charge batteries in wet environment or a bathroom or shower room.