eZway EZ Light Lift Specifications

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EZ Light Lift
300 lb. Capacity
Form 2-182
Rev. 7/24/18
Operator’s Instructions
EZ Way, Inc.
PO Box 89
Clarinda, IA 51632
1-800-627-8940
www.ezlifts.com

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Boom
Legs
Sling Hanger
Hand
Control
Battery/
Control Box
Mast
Actuator
Emergency
Stop Button
Locking Pins

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The EZ Light Lift is a versatile patient lift which allows you to perform transfers into and out of a car as well as
most common lifting situations.
The EZ Light Lift is lightweight, compact, and foldable. It allows for easy storage when not in use, and can be
stored in the trunk of a car for transfers away from home. It has a 300 lb. weight capacity and weighs just 58 lbs.
Safety Notes
The patient’s condition must be considered when determining the safest method for transferring the patient and
common sense must be utilized to determine if an individual is combative or has certain contraindications that
may deem them inappropriate for transfer with a lift.
When using the EZ Light Lift for extraction from a vehicle, great care should be taken when operating the lift
outdoors. The lift should not be operated on a steep incline and the area should be clear of debris. The lift is not
for use as a transporting device, but for point to point transfers.
EZ Way designs slings specifically for use with the EZ Light Lift. For the safety of the patient, do not use any
other type or brand of sling with the EZ Light Lift.
The EZ Light Lift has special locking casters on the front of the lift. Follow all instructions for locking and
unlocking the casters. See page 7 for instructions.
Do not push, pull, or use the actuator (motor)
as a handle for maneuvering the lift.
WARNING:
Operators must read this operators’ manual and
complete the EZ Light Lift Training Checklist prior
to using the lift. It is also recommended that
operators practice operating the lift prior to using
with patients.
WARNING:
Keep the area clear between the actuator and
the mast.
WARNING:
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EZ Light Lift Assembly
1) Lock rear casters.
2) Hold handle on mast
assembly and remove locking
pin from mast assembly.
(See Figure 1)
3) Pivot mast/boom assembly
upward and insert locking
pin through base and mast
assembly. (See Figure 2)
4) Line up mounting posts on
battery controller with slots
on mast. Slide the mounting
posts into slots and push
down. (See Figure 3)
5) Locate cord from actuator
and plug it into the cord
coming from the bottom of
the controller. (See
Figure 4)
6) Make sure plug is fully seated
in control.
7) Grasp lift handle on boom to
stabilize the mast.
8) Remove lower pin. (See
Figure 6)
9) Fold unit closed and re-
insert pin into hole. (See
Figure 7)
The controller may be
removed to reduce the unit’s
weight. Unplug the actuator
cord from the controller. Stand
at the back of the unit and lift
slightly on the controller and
slide it to the right.
To further reduce the weight,
the unit can be broken down
into two pieces. Hold the mast/
boom assembly and remove
both locking pins from the
base assembly. The mast/boom
assembly can then be removed.
Insert both pins in their holes
for storage.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Boom
Legs
Figure 5
Figure 6
Sling Hanger
Locking Pins
Hand
Control
Battery/
Control Box
Mast
Actuator
Emergency
Stop Button
Figure 7 - Easily fits in a standard vehicle
trunk
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Operating the EZ Light Lift
Pre-operation check
Before operating the lift, complete a safety check
for loose nuts, bolts, pins or damaged parts. Also,
ensure the sling is not ripped, frayed or showing
signs of wear. EZ Way recommends all slings be
replaced at the first sign of wear or after one year of
usage.
Make sure the Emergency Stop Switch is released by
turning the Emergency Stop Switch knob clockwise.
(See Figure 11)
To raise and lower the lift, use the buttons marked
and on the hand control to operate the lift in the
up and down directions. (See Figure 12)
There is an additional down button on the control
box. (See Figure 13)
Figure 13 - Down button on control box
Figure 11 - Emergency Stop button
Figure 12 - Raise and lower the lift
Folding the EZ Light Lift
The EZ Light Lift is designed to fold to a compact
profile for storage when not in use and can be stored
in the trunk of most vehicles.
1) To fold the lift, lock the
rear casters.
2) Lower the boom to the
lowest position.
(See Figure 8)
3) Grasp lift handle on boom
to stabilize the mast.
4) Remove lower pin.
(See Figure 9)
5) Fold unit closed and re-
insert pin into hole.
(See Figure 10)
The controller may be removed to reduce the unit’s
weight. Unplug the actuator cord from the controller.
Stand at the back of the unit and lift slightly on the
controller and slide it to the right.
To further reduce the weight, the unit can be broken
down into two pieces. Hold the mast/boom assembly
and remove both locking pins from the base assembly.
The mast/boom assembly can then be removed.
Insert both pins in their holes for storage.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
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Sling information and diagram
The EZ Light Lift uses a specially designed sling. Do not use slings that are not designed for use with the EZ
Light Lift.
As patients vary in size, shape, and weight, these conditions must be taken into consideration when deciding
which size EZ Way sling is suitable for each patient’s needs. The slings are available in various sizes. Please
contact EZ Way with any questions regarding sling dimensions and sizes.
To order slings call 1-800-627-8940.
Figure 14
Removable Plastic
Head Support Stay
(Hidden)
Torso Strap
Thigh Strap
Leg Strap
Base of the Sling
Head Support Strap
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Transferring in and out of a vehicle
The EZ Light Lift can be used for transfers into and
out of a vehicle. Transfers are easiest to accomplish
from the front seat.
The lift should not be used on steep inclines. When
the lift is being used on moderate inclines, the
front casters should be locked to prevent swiveling.
These casters should be unlocked for all other lifting
situations. To transfer into or out of a vehicle,
follow the instructions for transfers from a seated
position.
Transferring patient from a seated
position
Step 1
Apply the sling
1) Lean the patient forward a few inches to place
the sling behind the patient.
2) Slide the sling down between the patient and
the back of the chair, making sure the washing
labels face the chair and the handle on the
sling faces outward and is in the middle of the
patient’s back. The base of the sling should
touch the chair and the head support strap
should be above the patient’s shoulders.
(See Figure 15)
3) Lean the patient back in the chair.
4) Pull each leg strap of the sling along the side
of each of the patient’s legs. To set the sling
properly and remove any slack in the material,
push the sling down towards the seat of the
chair near the patient’s hip and give the sling
leg a tug. Repeat this process on the opposite
side.
5) Lift the patient’s knee and pull the thigh strap
under the patient’s thigh and wrap it around to
the top of the leg. Choose a loop on the thigh
strap that will provide the tightest fit around the
leg and pull the leg strap through the loop on
the thigh strap. Repeat process on opposite leg.
(See Figure 16)
Step 2
Position the lift
1) Position the lift so the tip of the boom is directly
in front of the patient’s torso. Make sure the
wheels of the EZ Light Lift are unlocked.
2) Use the hand control to lower the lift so the
hanger bar is approximately at the same level as
the patient’s chest.
3) Hook the left leg strap to the hanger bar hook
on the left side and the right leg strap to the
hanger bar hook on the right side.
(See Figure 17)
Figure 15 - Slide sling behind patient
Figure 16 - Pull leg strap through thigh loop
Figure 17 - Hook leg strap to hanger bar
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Note: There are several loops to choose which
will adjust the recline angle when lifted. For a
more upright posture, choose the longest straps.
For a more reclined posture, choose the shortest
straps. When lifting from a car, use the shortest
straps possible. Always use the same length of
strap on each side.
4) Hook the left torso strap to the hanger bar hook
on the left side and the right torso strap to the
hanger bar hook on the right side.
(See Figure 18)
5) Loosen the head support strap and attach it to
the center post at the end of the boom. Tighten
the head support strap to control recline angle.
(See Figure 19)
6) Use the hand control to carefully raise the lift
and raise the patient from the seat. After the
patient is clear of the seat, grasp the handles
of the lift and move the patient to the desired
transfer location. (See Figure 20)
Transferring patient from a supine
position
Step 1
Apply the sling
1) Log roll the patient on his/her side away from
you.
2) Position the sling so the handles on the back of
the sling are facing the mattress. Tuck half of
sling underneath patient.
3) Using the handle as a guide, center the sling
on the patient’s spine with the base of the sling
approximately two inches below the base of the
tailbone. (See Figure 21)
4) Log roll patient towards you in and pull the rest
of the sling out the other side.
5) Lay patient on their back. Make sure the sling is
centered underneath the patient.
Figure 18 - Hook torso straps to
hanger bar hook
Figure 21 - Position sling appropriately
Figure 19 - Attach head support strap to
center post on boom
Figure 20 - Position patient directly over
seating surface
Transferring patient from a seated
position - continued
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6) Lift the patient’s knee and pull the thigh strap
under the patient’s thigh and wrap it around to
the top of the leg. Choose a loop on the thigh
strap that will provide the tightest fit around the
leg and pull the leg strap through the loop on
the thigh strap. Repeat process on opposite leg.
(See Figure 22)
Step 2
Position the lift
1) Position the lift so the tip of the boom is directly
above the patient’s torso. Use the hand control
to lower the lift so the hanger bar is just above
the patient’s navel. Make sure all EZ Light Lift
wheels are unlocked.
2) Hook the left leg strap to the hanger bar hook
on the left side and the right leg strap to the
hanger bar hook on the right side. Note: There
are several loops to choose which will adjust the
recline angle when lifted. For a more upright
posture, choose the longest straps. For a more
reclined posture, choose the shortest straps.
Always use the same length of strap on each
side.
3) Hook the left torso strap to the hanger bar hook
on the left side and the right torso strap to the
hanger bar hook on the right side.
4) Loosen the head support strap and attach it to
the center post at the end of the boom. Tighten
the head support strap to control recline angle.
5) Use the hand control to carefully raise the
lift and raise the patient. After the patient is
clear of the bed, grasp the handles of the lift
and move the patient to the desired transfer
location. (See Figure 23)
Figure 22 - Pull leg strap through loop on
thigh strap
Figure 23 - Transferring the patient
Transferring patient from floor
EZ Way strongly recommends two caregivers
complete the transfer when picking a patient up
from the floor. Follow same procedure used when
lifting patient from a supine position (See page 7).
Step 1
Position lift
If possible, lift and bend the patient’s legs, pushing
lift forward. Keep both legs together, laying the
patient’s legs over either side of the base of the EZ
Light Lift. (See Figure 24)
Figure 24 - Lifting a patient from floor
Transferring patient from a supine
position - continued
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2) After the patient has been lowered, unhook all
straps from the lift and move the lift away from
the patient.
3) Remove the leg straps from the thigh straps.
Lift knee and remove thigh strap from under leg.
Repeat for other leg.
4) Lean patient forward a few inches and grasp the
sling. Remove sling by pulling upward.
Transfer to supine position
1) Position patient over bed or gurney. Make sure
all EZ Light Lift wheels are unlocked. Lower
the patient using the hand control.
2) After the patient has been lowered, unhook all
straps from the lift and move the lift away from
the patient.
3) Remove the leg straps from the thigh straps.
Lift knee and remove thigh strap from under leg.
Repeat for other leg.
4) To remove the sling from under the patient,
gently log roll the patient away from you,
folding and tucking the sling under the patient.
Log roll the patient toward you, allowing you to
free the sling from beneath the patient.
(See Figure 26)
Transfer to sitting position
1) Position the patient over a chair or wheelchair.
Make sure all lift wheels are unlocked. The
wheelchair wheels should be locked. Lower the
lift using the hand control. Grasp the sling
handle as the patient is being lowered. Use the
sling handle to position the patient properly in
the seat. (See Figure 25)
Figure 25 - Positioning patient in chair
Figure 26 - Remove sling
Step 2
Attach sling
Follow same procedure used when lifting patient
from a supine position (See pages 8 & 9). You
will, however, have to use the longest loops at the
patient’s torso and the legs as well as lengthen the
head support strap.
Step 3
Lift patient
Follow same procedure used when lifting patient
from bed (See page 9).
Important: Before lifting, make sure the sling is
not snagged on any objects or beneath the casters
or legs of the lift. The sling should be free from
obstruction.
Step 4
Follow same procedure used when lowering patient
to bed, chair or wheelchair.
Step 5
Follow same procedure used for removing sling.
Transferring patient from floor -
continued
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