eZway CL650 PM User manual

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Owner’s Manual
• Use and features
• Warranty
• Specifications
Form #2-221
Rev. 7/26/18
EZ Ceiling Lift
System
CL650 PM
Portable Ceiling Lift
EZ Way, Inc.
PO Box 89
Clarinda, IA 51632
1-800-627-8940
www.ezlifts.com
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Safety Notes
For safe operation of the EZ Way Ceiling Lift, operators should read through this manual, complete the
competency checklist, and practice with fellow staff members before use with patients.
All washable EZ Way slings are capable of bearing a 1,000 lb. weight load, but must only be used to hold the
amount of weight dictated by the EZ Way Ceiling Lift capacity. The EZ Way Portable Ceiling Lift has a lifting
capacity of 650 lbs. The EZ Way Fixed Ceiling Lift has a lifting capacity of either 650 lbs. or 1,000 lbs. The
maximum lifting capacity of each EZ Way Ceiling Lift is located on the back of the motor housing by the model
and serial number of the EZ Way Ceiling Lift and on the face of the motor.
Do not modify the sling design in any way. Please make sure the accessories used with each lift are appropriate for
both the patient and the transferring situation. Call EZ Way at 1-800-627-8940 if you have any questions.
EZ Way slings are made specifically for EZ Way Lifts. For the safety of the patient and caregiver, only EZ Way
slings should be used with EZ Way Lifts.
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift was designed to be operated safely by one caregiver. However, depending on the
situation, facility policy, and the patient’s condition, two caregivers may be necessary.
The hand control is not a tether. Using the hand control as a tether will damage the electrical cord.
All EZ Way equipment must be maintained regularly by competent staff according to the maintenance checklist
provided.
These instructions are to be kept with the EZ Way Ceiling Lift at all times. Instructions can also be downloaded
from EZ Way’s website www.ezlifts.com.
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift was designed primarily to lift and transfer patients along a track mounted to the ceiling.
The maximum lifting capacity is located by the model and serial number of your lift. The EZ Way Ceiling Lift
was designed to be operated safely by one person. However, with some patients it is best to use two people.

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LCD Display
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift includes a built-in operator interface, backlit LCD (liquid crystal display) and key
switches located on the front panel. (See FIG. 1) This interface notifies the user of basic functions as well as
provides diagnostic feedback from the unit.
Basic Functions
The UP and DOWN keys located on the front panel and arrow keys on the hand control can all be used to
operate the EZ Way Ceiling Lift in an up or down direction.
When an UP switch is pressed the display reads ‘UP’.
When a DOWN switch is pressed the display reads
‘DOWN’.
Battery Status
When the EZ Way Ceiling Lift is sitting idle, the display
will show the battery level. The battery level is shown as
a bar graph. The fewer the bars displayed, the lower the
battery level.
To keep the battery at its optimum performance, always
keep the Ceiling Lift attached to its charger when not being
used. (See PAGE 11, FIG. 18) Regular battery charging will
extend the life of your batteries.
LIMITED WARRANTY: Ceiling Lifts
Chassis = 10 Years Components = 3 Years
Batteries = 12 Months Slings = 6 Months
Lift Strap = 12 Months
EZ Products are manufactured with the highest quality components. EZ Way Inc. warrants that all new equipment, with normal use
and service, will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (see above) from the date of purchase by the original
purchaser. Normal wear and tear, injury by natural forces, user neglect and purposeful destruction are not covered by this warranty.
Warranty service must be performed by the manufacturer at 710 E. Main St., Clarinda, Iowa, or by an authorized repair center at their
location. On occasion, EZ Way Inc. may authorize in-house repairs, but these repairs MUST be pre-approved to avoid invalidation of
the warranty. Services covered under warranty include any labor that takes place at EZ Way Inc. Cost of Labor incurred while installing
the warranty part at the place of ownership is not covered by this warranty. EZ Way Inc.’s obligation is limited to the replacement
of parts that have been returned and are determined by EZ Way Inc. to be defective. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY
CLAUSE ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR
LIABILITIES ON EZ WAY INC.’S PART AND IT NEITHER ASSUMES OR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME
FOR EZ WAY INC. ANY OTHER LIABILITIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF SAID ARTICLE. IN NO EVENT SHALL
EZ WAY INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SUBSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. ANY MISUSE, IMPROPER INSTALLATION
OR TAMPERING SHALL VOID THIS WARRANTY. Your warranty was registered automatically by EZ Way Inc. at time of purchase.
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Instructions For Use
The instructions in this section of the manual are limited to the use of the lift itself. For instructions on the
attachment, use, and care of slings; please refer to the sling section beginning on page 7.
Important
Raising and lowering with a portable lift involves raising and lowering the lift itself. If the portable lift is used
in a bathing area, be careful not to lower the lift into the water. Even partial immersion will damage the unit
beyond repair.
Operating Controls
On-unit membrane switches are the standard
operating controls on the portable lift. Optionally,
the unit may also be operated with the electric hand
control.
Transporting the Lift
EZ Way recommends using a storage cart for
transporting the lift from room to room.
Hooking up the Lift
The portable lift comes standard with a captive eye
and self-locking carabiner. Grasp the carabiner with
one hand and use the index finger to push the gate
open.
There are three hook-up configurations to suit
different combinations of ceiling and caregiver
heights.
Fixed height: hook-up to the
swivel-eye
The carabiner hooks directly
onto the swivel-eye of the trolley
block.
Reduced fixed height: hook-up to
a lanyard
A lanyard of the desired length is
attached to the swivel eye of the
trolley block to lower the point of
attachment for the carabiner. The
carabiner hooks onto the D-ring
at the end of the lanyard.
Variable height: hook-up to
the swivel-eye with the aid of a
reacher bar
The carabiner hooks onto the
reacher bar’s closed eye, while the
reacher bar hook attaches to the
swivel eye of the trolley block.
The reacher bar head stays in
place while the lift is used but,
if desired, the reacher pole may be unscrewed and
stored away for improved clearance.
To attach the lift, the recommended procedure is
first to let out enough lift strap to reach the swivel
eye or D-ring without lifting the unit. The lift will
remain on the storage cart while you reach up with
the other hand to hook on the carabiner or the
reacher.
Letting out the Strap
To let out the strap, set the unit down on a
convenient surface and turn the lift on. (See the
next section.) Pull the strap taut and press the
DOWN switch on the lift (or the DOWN button
on the hand control). Keep the strap taut as it
spools out, until the desired length has been let out.
The lift has a switch that is designed to prevent
slack tape from accumulating inside the lift. Failure
to keep the strap taut will trigger the switch and
interrupt the spooling. To resume spooling, simply
pull the strap taut again, while keeping the DOWN
function pressed.
Figure 2 - Hook Strap to Carabiner
Figure 3 - Hook Carabiner to Track

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To Operate the EZ Way Ceiling Lift,
Follow the Steps Below:
Pre-Operation Check
Before operating the EZ Way Ceiling Lift, a brief
safety check should be completed:
• Check the battery level to ensure that there is
enough charge to complete a transfer.
• Check lift strap. If strap shows signs of excessive
wear, do not use lift.
• Ensure that the sling is not ripped, frayed or
showing signs of wear.
If the unit fails to operate, contact your
maintenance person. If necessary, the maintenance
person can call the EZ Way service department
at 1-800-627-8940. NOTE: It is helpful for the
maintenance person to be near the unit when
making the service call.
Turn Unit On
Push the power button on the remote control. The
EZ Way Ceiling Lift will display a greeting message
while several diagnostic functions are performed.
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift has a built-in timer that
automatically shuts the unit off after a period of
inactivity.
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift is operational when the
battery charge level is showing on the screen.
(See FIG. 4)
Emergency Stop Switch
The RED EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON must be
in the “up” position. The unit will not operate if the
button has been pushed in. If the emergency stop
button has been pushed in, the screen will indicate
“EMERGENCY STOP”. Pull the switch out to
return to normal operation.
Safety of Hand Controls in Wet and
Humid Environments
The hand control is safe for use in wet and humid
environments. The electric hand controls have
an ingress protection (IP) rating of 67 and will
continue to operate safely during and after full
immersion.
Cleaning
The lift cover, including labels, membrane and
other switches, hand control, and hanger bar can be
wiped down with disinfecting wipes or a soft cloth
and a mild, non-abrasive cleaning agent.
Figure 4
LCD Display
On-Board
Controls
Emergency Stop/
Emergency Down
4-Point
Hanger Bar
Figure 5
Figure 6 - Hand-Held Remote
LCD Display
On/Off
Switch
Up
Button
Down
Button
Emergency Stop/
Emergency Down
On/Off
Switch
Up
Button
Down
Button
Charger
Input

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Sling Information and Diagram
EZ Way Slings are designed to be applied or removed with a minimum amount of handling of the patient. As
patients do vary in size, shape, weight and temperament, these conditions must be taken into consideration when
deciding which EZ Way Sling is suitable for each patient’s needs. There are a variety of slings available in various
sizes. Please contact EZ Way with any questions regarding sling dimensions and sizes.
We have used the Medium Deluxe Sling throughout the manual as it is the most commonly-used sling.
1T – 1st Loop (shortest)
2T – 2nd Loop (middle)
3T – 3rd Loop (longest)
4 – Center Handle
5 – Side Handles
6L – Left Sling Leg
6R – Right Sling Leg
7 – Base of Sling
1B – 1st Loop (shortest)
2B – 2nd Loop (middle)
3B – 3rd Loop (longest)
3T
2T
1T
1B
2B
3B
6L 6R
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Figure 7 - Sling Diagram

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Transferring Patient from Bed to
Chair, Wheelchair, or Toilet
Step 1
Position Sling under Patient
1) Log roll the patient on his/her side away from
you. (See FIG. 8)
2) Position the sling so that the handles on the
back of the sling are facing the mattress. Tuck
half of sling underneath patient.
3) Using the center handle (4 on Sling Diagram)
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.
4) Log roll patient towards you and pull rest of sling
out the other side.
5) Lay patient on their back. Make sure the sling is
centered underneath the patient.
6) Lift patient’s left thigh and pull the left sling leg
(6L on Sling Diagram) of the sling under
patient’s thigh. Then place excess wing over the
top of the patient’s left thigh.
7) Repeat above step for right thigh.
Step 2
Moving the Lift to the Patient
1) Move the EZ Way Ceiling Lift until the spreader
hanger bar is centered over the patient’s torso.
2) Using the Down button, lower the hanger bar
so it is positioned a few inches over the body of
the patient. (See FIG. 9) The goal is to provide
for ease of sling attachment (Step 3).
Important
Ensure that the lift is directly above patient prior
to attaching sling. Do not attach sling if lift is
misaligned to the front, back or either side.
Step 3
Attaching the Sling to the Lift
1) Turn hanger bar assembly so it is perpendicular to
the patient’s torso as shown in Figure 9.
2) Take the wing that is lying over the left leg, cross
it over and hook it on the hook of the hanger bar
located on the right side of the patient.
3) Next, take the wing lying over right leg, cross
it over and hook it on the hook of the hanger bar
located on the left side of the patient using the
same length and color of loop strap on each
wing. (3B on Sling Diagram)
4) Attach the loops to the hanger bar hooks of the
lift nearest to each shoulder using the same
length and color of loop strap on each side. (See
Sling Diagram)
5) Make a final check of all four loop attachment
points to ensure each loop is sufficiently attached
to the respective hook of the hanger bars. Patient
is now ready to be lifted. (See FIG. 10)
Figure 8 - Log Roll Patient
Figure 10 - Patient Ready to be Lifted
Figure 9 - Moving Lift to Patient

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Step 4
Lifting the Patient
1) Push the UP button on hand control to initiate
the upward motion of the hanger bar.
2) Continue the upward motion until there is
tension on the sling legs, making sure all
the loops on the sling are securely hooked on the
hanger bars.
3) Lift the patient’s knee and smooth out the sling
under each of the thighs, if necessary.
NOTE: For patients who have soft or delicate skin,
care must be taken to ensure the sling is smoothed
out along the thigh. There may be instances when
patients with extremely fragile skin will require a
different sling, such as a multipurpose sling.
4) Continue lifting the patient so he/she is just high
enough to clear the bed.
Step 5
Transferring the Patient
1) Ensure there are no obstructions in the path of
travel.
2) Push or pull on the sling handles to move the
patient.
3) Walk with the patient, stabilizing them at the
same time to ensure safety.
NOTE: Do not use the hand control as a tether for
moving the EZ Way Ceiling Lift.
Step 6
Lower Patient into Wheelchair, Toilet or Chair
1) Position the wheelchair under the patient and
lock the wheels of the wheelchair. If transferring
the patient to a chair or toilet, position the
patient over the chair or toilet. Using the
handles located on the back of the sling, position
the patient so that he/she is properly aligned to
be lowered onto the chair, toilet or wheelchair.
2) Push the DOWN button on the hand control.
3) Stand behind the patient and hold onto the
center handle located on the back of the sling.
When the patient is nearly seated, gently pull up
on the center handle to ensure that the patient
will be seated in an upright position.
(See FIG. 11)
4) When the patient’s weight is supported by the
wheelchair, chair or toilet, continue lowering the
lift to release the tension on the loops.
5) Unhook sling from hanger bar and move the lift
away from the patient.
Step 7
Remove Sling
1) Gently lift the patient’s left knee, pulling the
sling legs out from underneath the patient’s
thigh. Continue on right knee.
2) Lean patient slightly forward and grasp the side
handles or the center handle, pulling the sling
out from behind the patient. (See FIG. 12)
Figure 11 - Lowering into Wheelchair
Figure 12 - Removing the Sling

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Transferring Patient from Chair,
Wheelchair, or Toilet
Step 1
Position Sling
1) While standing in front of or beside the patient,
lean the patient forward several inches to place
the sling behind the patient.
2) With the sling handles and washing labels
toward the chair back, place the sling behind the
patient, keeping the center handle of the sling
centered on the patient’s spine. Make sure the
base of the sling touches the chair seat and is two
inches below the tailbone. Make sure the top of
the sling is above the patient’s shoulders and lean
the patient back in the chair. (See FIG. 13)
3) Pull the legs of the sling along inside of the chair.
4) To set the sling properly, you must do the
following: On the patient’s right side, position
your right hand between the patient’s hip and
the sling. With your fingers, push down on the
edge of the sling so that it touches the base of the
chair seat. Next, grasp the bottom edge of sling
leg with your left hand and pull with a
tug towards you.
5) Lift the patient’s left knee and with a tug, pull
the leg of the sling under the hip and thigh.
Place the excess sling length over the left thigh.
Repeat this procedure on the right side. This
procedure will ensure that the sling is under the
patient’s tail bone and behind his/her back, with the
patient’s weight evenly distributed on the sling.
NOTE: Make sure all the seams of the sling are
smooth underneath the patient.
Step 2
Moving the Lift to the Patient
1) Move the EZ Way Ceiling Lift until the spreader
hanger bar is centered over the patient’s lap.
2) Using the Down button, lower the hanger bar so
it is level with the patients forehead and is
10 to 12 inches in front of the patient. The goal
is to provide for ease of sling attachment
(Step 3).
Important
Ensure that the lift is directly above patient prior
to attaching sling. Do not attach sling if lift is
misaligned to the front, back or either side.
Step 3
Attach Sling to the Lift
1) Turn hanger bar assembly so it is perpendicular to
the patient’s torso as shown in Figure 14.
2) Take the sling leg that is lying over the patient’s
left thigh and attach it to the right hook on the
hanger bar. (See FIG. 14)
3) Take the sling leg that is lying over the right
thigh and attach to the left hook on the hanger
bar, again using the same length and color of
loop strap on each side.
4) Attach the straps located near the patient’s
shoulders to the lift hanger bar hooks using
the same length and color of loop strap on each
side. Example: If you choose the shortest loop
on the strap for the right shoulder, you must use
the shortest loop on the strap for the left
shoulder. (1T on Sling Diagram)
Figure 13 - Place Sling Behind Patient
Figure 14 - Attaching the Sling

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Step 4
Lifting the Patient
1) Push the UP button on the hand control to
initiate the upward motion of the lift. Continue
the upward motion until there is tension on the
wings of the sling, making sure all the loops on
the sling are securely hooked on the hanger bars.
(See FIG. 15)
2) Smooth the sling wings under the patient’s thighs
with a slight pull on the outside seam of the
wings, if necessary.
3) Lift the patient to the desired height (usually
2-3” above the chair).
Step 5
Transferring the Patient
1) Ensure there are no obstructions in the path of
travel.
2) Push or pull on the sling handles.
3) Walk with the patient, stabilizing them at the
same time to ensure safety.
NOTE: Do not use the hand control as a tether for
moving the EZ Way Ceiling Lift.
Step 6
Lower the Patient onto Bed
1) Push the DOWN button on the hand control.
2) When the patient’s weight is supported by the
bed continue lowering the lift to release the
tension on the loops. (See FIG. 16)
3) Unhook sling from EZ Way Ceiling Lift and
move the lift away from the patient.
Step 7
Remove Sling
1) Gently lift the patient’s left knee, pulling the
sling legs out from underneath the patient’s
thigh. Continue on right knee.
2) To remove the sling from under the patient,
gently log roll the patient away from you, folding
and tucking the near half of the sling under the
patient. Log roll the patient in the opposite
direction, allowing you to free the sling from
beneath the patient.
Transferring Patient from Floor
EZ Way strongly recommends two caregivers
complete the transfer when picking a patient up
from the floor. Place a pillow under the patient’s
head. Follow same procedure used when lifting
patient from bed (See page 8). Unless using an EZ
Way Sling with Head Support, you may want to
have a caregiver support the patient’s head as he/she
is raised, depending on his/her condition. (See FIG.
17)
Figure 15 - Lifting the Patient
Figure 16 - Lowering to Bed
Figure 17 - Transferring from Floor

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Charging the EZ Way Ceiling Lift
Battery
To charge the batteries, take the lift to the charger
location and set it down on a flat surface.
Insert the barrel-style charger plug into the
appropriate receptacle on the front panel. (See FIG.
18) The orange LED on the charger indicates that
the charger plug has been completely inserted. The
display will read “Charging”. When the battery is
fully charged, the display will change to “Charge
Complete” for a short time and then it will return to
the battery level screen.
The unit may turn off during the charge cycle. This
will not stop the unit from charging.
Charging Signals
Charger LED orange - while the lift is on
charge (the orange LED on the lift is on)
An orange charger light, while the lift is on
charge, means that the batteries are being
charged.
Charger LED green - while the lift is on
charge
A green charger light, while the lift is on
charge, means that the batteries are fully
charged.
The charger plug should be taken out of the
unit before the lift is removed from the charger
location.
AC protection
While the lift is charging, the up function of the
lift is disabled to protect against potential AC
exposure from charger insulation failure.
If someone is in the lift when the Charge Battery
message is displayed, use either of the DOWN
switches on the lift (or buttons on the hand control)
to lower the person. If the DOWN switches (or
buttons) do not operate, use the appropriate
emergency control on the lift.
Low Battery Signals
When the batteries require re-charging, the LCD
will read “Charge Batteries”. If the lift continues to
be operated while the batteries are low, an alarm
will sound. Should the low battery signals activate
during a transfer, there will always be enough power
left to lower a patient. However, on-going operation
of the lift will eventually discharge the batteries to
the point where battery life and performance will
be affected. If the batteries are kept fully charged
on a daily basis, the low battery signals may never
activate in normal use, except when the batteries are
due for replacement.
Daily Charging of Batteries
For maximum life, batteries should be fully charged
regularly. Depending on the initial charge, re-
charging may take up to three hours. For optimal
battery life, recharge the unit after each use. The
charger has built-in protection against overcharging,
making it safe to leave the lift connected to the
charger indefinitely. Provided the batteries are kept
properly charged and are used in a non-corrosive
environment, the life expectancy of batteries may be
several years.
Figure 19 - Charger
Figure 18 - Charger Plug into Receptacle

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Traversing the Lift
To move the lift, push the lift along the track.
When a patient is in the lift, the operator may
prefer to move the lift by placing a hand on the
patient’s back or using a sling handle.
The hand control is not a tether. Do not attempt to
move the lift by pulling on the hand control cord.
Emergency Lowering
In the unlikely event the lift does not operate
normally, you may activate the emergency lowering
mode by pushing on the red emergency stop button.
First, push the button into the emergency stop
position. Next, continue pushing the button to
activate the emergency down mode. This mode
will run the motor in the down direction and is
independent of the electronics. To stop the down
motion, release the button and it will return to
the emergency stop position. Call EZ Way, Inc.’s
Service department at 800-627-8940 for assistance.
NOTE: Do not continue to use the emergency
lowering function after the unit has been lowered.
Manual Lowering
If the Emergency Lowering procedure above does
not function, you may manually lower the lift.
Insert a 1/8” hex key into the small hole on the
left side of the motor housing. Turn the wrench
counter-clockwise to lower the lift. Note: A power
driver may be used to lower the lift at normal speed.
Trouble Shooting
If the lift does not rise - possible cause and
resolution
If a lift is attempted with the strap at an excessive
angle, the strap may fold upon itself and trip the
upper limit switch.
The lift will stop when this happens. To correct
the situation, lower the lift to untwist the strap
and resume lifting within the 10-degree limit. No
service call is required, if the lift now operates
correctly.
If the lift continues to perform a function even
though the function key is no longer being pressed
- possible cause and resolution.
Faulty Hand Control
Unplug the hand control from the lift. If this
resolves the problem, call 1-800-627-8940 to obtain
a replacement hand control.
Alert Messages
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift has several built-in safety
devices. An alert message is displayed on the LCD
display whenever a fault is detected. The following
messages may appear during operation of the ceiling
lift.
Up Stop
When the strap is fully retracted, this message will
appear. The lift will lower but it will not operate
in the up direction. This message may also appear
if the lift strap becomes folded or twisted. Simply
lower the lift until the strap is unfolded and the lift
will then continue to operate normally.
Down Stop
When the lift strap is fully extended this message
will appear. The lift will raise but it will not operate
in the down direction.
No Strap Tension
The lift has a sensor that detects when there is
tension on the strap. This prevents the lift from
running without tension on the strap. The lift
provides enough load to allow normal operation.
You may also manually pull on the strap to allow the
motor to run until a load is placed on the strap.
Charge Battery
When the battery level falls to a pre-defined level,
this message will appear. The lift will still operate
at this time. After your transfer is completed,
return the lift to the charging location to charge the
batteries.
Low Battery
If the lift is used after the Charge Battery message
appears, the Low Battery message may appear. At
this time, the lift will be able move in the down
direction only. You must charge the lift immediately
when this message appears.
Lift Overload
This message indicates a lift was attempted that was
more than the maximum capacity of the lift. The
lift will only operate in the down direction when
this message is displayed.

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Sling Laundering Instructions
EZ Way slings are designed and manufactured to
the highest possible performance specifications.
They are constructed of high quality, durable,
100% synthetic fabrics and have been individually
inspected before shipping to ensure the safety of
the product. However, water washing temperature,
detergents and disinfectants, patient incontinence,
frequency of use, types and weights of patients, etc.,
all have an impact on the life expectancy of each
product. Because of these factors, the continued
integrity of the product is not guaranteed. The user
must therefore examine the product to ensure its
integrity before each use.
EZ Way offers a 6-month warranty on slings and
harnesses and recommends replacement after one
year or if the sling or harness shows any sign of
damage or wear. All slings and harnesses, except
for single-patient disposable slings, are washable
and are capable of bearing a 1,000 lb. weight load,
but must only be used to hold the amount of weight
dictated by the lift capacity.
Users must accept full responsibility for checking
the condition of all slings before each and every use
on a patient.
To get the longest life out of your product:
1) Do not bleach.
2) To prevent stains from setting, rinse 5 minutes
in 80° – 100° F. Stains will set when temperature
is over 105° F.
3) Washing temp. 160° F. maximum.
4) RINSE THOROUGHLY in 100° F. If high
alkaline detergent (with pH greater than 11.0) is
used, rinse twice.
5) Tumble dry, temperature 100° F. maximum. High
heat will weaken the fabric.
6) If available, use a laundry bag to wash and dry
the sling.
Note: Wipeable sling cleaning instructions are
packaged with each sling and are available via the
EZ Way website www.ezlifts.com.

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EZ Way Ceiling Lift Safety & Maintenance Checklist
The EZ Way Ceiling Lift was designed to safely operate throughout its life with a minimum amount of
service. EZ Way recommends the following items be checked periodically to ensure safe operation of
the lift.
The manufacturer suggests that the following components and operating points be scheduled for
inspection at intervals not greater than one month. Any detected deficiency must be rectified before
the lift is put back into service.
Inspect ceiling mounted track.
Track should be secure and not move in any direction.
Check that end stops are securely in place at all track ends. (See FIG. 20 & 21)
Check each mounting bracket for loose screws. (See FIG. 22)
Check all track accessories, gates, and turntables for proper operation.
Inspect the hanger bar. The sling hanger bars should rotate but should not
have excessive play. (See FIG. 23)
Check lift strap for signs of wear or loose stitching. If the strap shows signs
of wear anywhere along its length it should be tagged for further inspection
and possible strap replacement.
Check all controls for proper function. Operate the lift in the up and
down modes using the hand control as well as the buttons on the control
panel.
Check Safety Interlocks:
• Up Stop: Using the up key, retract the lift strap all the way into the motor. When the strap is fully
retracted the display should read “Up Stop”.
• Down Stop: Using the down key, extend the lift strap all the way out. When the strap is fully
extended the display should read “Down Stop”.
• Emergency Stop: Push on the red button. The display should read “Emergency Stop”. The unit
will not operate while the emergency stop is activated. To reset the Emergency Stop switch, pull
the red button to the run position.
• Emergency Down: To activate the Emergency Down function, push the red button past the
Emergency Stop position. The motor will run in the down direction. To stop movement, release
the button and it will return to the Emergency Stop position. NOTE: Do not continue to use the
Emergency Down function after the strap has been lowered.
Figure 20 - End Stop Figure 21 - End Stop 2 Figure 22 - Mounting Bracket
Figure 23 - Hanger Bar

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With the unit under load, operate the lift in both the up and down directions. The lift should operate
smoothly and quietly. If any excessive noise is heard, call EZ Way Service at 800-627-8940.
Move the lift along the track. The lift should travel smoothly and
quietly. If movement is jerky, the track and/or wheels on the trolley
may need cleaned. The track and wheels can be cleaned using any
mild cleaner. (See FIG. 24)
Plug the charger into the lift. The display should read “Charging”.
The number that is displayed indicates the amount of charge the
batteries are taking. When the battery is fully charged, the display
will return to the battery gauge.
Figure 24 - Cleaning Track

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Customer Settings Summary Sheet
Guide to main functions and keys
Menu list Description
Inspection Reminder Enable/disable, occurs every 30 days
Inspection Complete Resets 30-day counter
Motor Minutes Motor usage counter, should be reset upon motor replacement
Lift Total Minutes Stand/Lift usage counter in minutes
Navigating Through Menus Key
Menu list Description
Scrolling to change menu item UP/DOWN Keys
Key to enter data Up on hand control
Key to exit menu Down on hand control
Main functions Key combination
ON/OFF Turns unit on and off
Customer Settings Menu DOWN + UP – hold 5 seconds
UP Used to raise the EZ Way Ceiling Lift
DOWN Used to lower the EZ Way Ceiling Lift
Diagnostic Messaging
Motor Overload
When a motor overload occurs the EZ Way Ceiling Lift computer records the event to protect the unit’s
components, and an ‘MOTOR OVERLOAD’ message will display. An event count is stored in the Customer
Settings menu under ‘Motor Overload Counts’. This read-only count can be accessed at any time. Possible causes
of motor overload include:
• Lifting a patient that is heavier than the rated capacity
• Ceiling Lift is obstructed
• Mechanical Failure
In the event of a motor overload, the EZ Way Ceiling Lift will only operate in the DOWN direction.
When the motor overload count is greater than 4, a fault message will display when the unit is turned on, reading
‘MOTOR OVERLOAD…CALL EZ WAY SERVICE’. When this message appears call the EZ Way Service
Department at 1-800-627-8940.

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Duty Cycle Fault – Helping to Protect EZ Way Ceiling Lift Motor
In the unlikely event the EZ Way Ceiling Lift has been run to the extent that it exceeds its duty cycle, the
following message will appear; ‘MOTOR DUTY CYCLE FAULT…COOLING’.
When this fault occurs the lift can only be lowered. This safety feature has been added to maximize the life of
your unit.
LCD Display Menus
EZ Way Ceiling Lifts include a built-in menu system that provides customer feedback on various functions. The
information below describes how to access and navigate through the Customer Settings menu.
NOTE: In this section, the UP and DOWN operations refer specifically to usage of the front panel UP and
DOWN buttons.
NOTE: The EZ Way Ceiling Lift will not raise or lower while in the Customer Settings menu.
Entering the Customer Settings Menu
After the unit has been turned on, press and hold the DOWN key followed by the UP key, holding both keys for
5 seconds.
To exit the Customer Settings menu, press the down button on the hand control.
Navigating through Menus
1) Pressing the UP or DOWN front panel keys will allow users to move through the menu items (also described
as ‘scrolling’ below).
2) Pressing the up button on the hand control (also described as ‘enter’ below) will enter into a menu selection.
3) Pressing the down button on the hand control (also described as ‘exit’ below) key will exit the menu
selection.
Changing Parameter Values
1) Pressing the UP or DOWN front panel keys will change various parameters found in the Customer Settings
menu.
2) Pressing the up button on the hand control will lock the parameter into memory.
3) Pressing the down button on the hand control will back out of the parameter without saving the selection.
On/Off Switch Up Button Down Button
Display Window On/Off Switch
Up
Button
Down
Button

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CUSTOMER SETTINGS MENU FUNCTIONS
Within the Customer Settings menu there are several functions that provide customer feedback. The functions
include an optional inspection reminder, lift usage measured in minutes, and diagnostic information. Below is a
description of each function.
Inspection Reminder – Optional
The Inspection Reminder function tracks the last inspection occurrence. When the duration of time since the
last inspection exceeds 30 days, a reminder message will appear when the unit is turned on. The purpose of the
inspection reminder is to notify the user that the EZ Way Ceiling Lift needs to be inspected using the EZ Way
Safety & Maintenance Checklist form included on pages 15 - 16. When the inspection is complete the reminder
can be reset in the Customer Settings menu as described below:
1) To enable/disable the Inspection Reminder enter the Customer Settings menu as described on page 17.
2) Press the right toggle switch to enter.
3) Scroll to Inspection Reminder using the UP and DOWN keys on the controls.
4) Press the right toggle switch to enter.
5) Scroll to choose Yes or No.
6) Press the right toggle switch to enter.
7) Press the left toggle switch twice to exit.
Inspection Complete
If ‘INSPECTION OVERDUE’ appears when the EZ Way Ceiling Lift is turned on, inspect the unit following the
EZ Way Safety & Maintenance Checklist’. The EZ Way Ceiling Lift will continue to operate normally.
Once inspection is complete, enter the Customer Settings Menu as described on page 17.
1) Press the up button on the hand control to enter.
2) Scroll using the UP and DOWN keys to Inspection Complete.
3) Press the up button on the hand control to enter.
4) Scroll to choose Yes.
5) Press the up button on the hand control to enter.
6) Press the down button on the hand control to exit.
Lift Minutes
The Lift Minutes function tracks the accumulated amount of raising and lowering time of the lift by the minute.
With each minute of runtime, the Lift Minutes register increments by one. This read-only information provides
accurate customer feedback of EZ Way Ceiling Lift usage within the facility and can be a valuable tool in
monitoring a safe patient handling program. In the event of a lift replacement the Lift Minutes register can be
reset.
Lift Overload Counts
The Lift Overload Counts function tracks any lift overload occurrences. When a lift overload occurs, the Lift
Overload Counts register increments by one. Potential causes of a lift overload include accidental lifting of the
EZ Way Ceiling Lift against an obstruction, lifting a patient that is heavier than the rated capacity of the unit, or
mechanical failure (internal gear binding).
Lift Total Minute Usage Count
The Lift Total Minutes function tracks the accumulated amount of raising and lowering time of the unit. This
read-only information provides accurate customer feedback of EZ Way Ceiling Lift usage for the entire life of the
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ANSWERS: 1a) Use the power button located on control panel or by pushing the up or down button on the hand control. 1b) Charge when the lift is
not in use. The LCD will read charge battery when the batteries become discharged. 1c) Using buttons on hand or up/down buttons on face of control
panel. 1d) Fixed motor: Red cord descending from the motor – used to disengage the motor. Portable motor: The red emergency stop button on the top
of the motor instantly cuts power to the motor. 1e) Fixed motor: Pull the red strap hanging from the motor past the Emergency Stop Position to activate
Emergency Down. If power is lost, insert 1/8” hex key into the hole on side of the lift and manually lower turning wrench counter-clockwise. Portable
motor: Push the red button on top of the motor past the Emergency Stop Position to activate Emergency Down. If power is lost, insert 1/8” hex key into
the hole on side of the lift and manually lower turning wrench counter-clockwise. 1f) Look for intact stitching & seams,; Look for fraying or ripped
loops and/or material, inspect material for excessive wear by holding up to light. 1g) Fixed motor: Charging station is built into the end of the ceiling
track. Portable motor: Charger adapter plugs into front panel of motor. 2a) At a minimum, top of sling to top of “horseshoe” portion of sling should run
from patient’s neckline to at least 2-inches below the tailbone, respectively. 2b) When patient is in supine position, log-roll to one side, fold sling in half
vertically, place sling on bed so handles are touching the bed & center fold is near center of the bed-where patient’s spine will be; top of sling should align
with neck line and bottom of sling body should be 2-inches below tailbone. Tuck top half of sling near patient. Roll patient to other side, pull top half
of sling through. When in seated position, slide sling (handles facing outward) behind patient with bottom of sling 2-inches below tailbone. Slide sling
leg strap under patient leg on same side, pulling leg strap and loops up between legs. Repeat other side. 2c) Crossing legs is the safest procedure. Multi-
purpose sling may be used to cradle legs instead of threading straps between legs to cross. Caregiver must assess condition of patient to determine if this is
appropriate. 2d) Leg loops: Shorter loops recline patient further; longer loops place body in upright sitting position. Shoulder loops: Longer loops recline
patient; shorter loops place in upright sitting position. 2e) Once sling is applied underneath a patient, attach two loops of same color nearest the head and
shoulders to the hangar bar hooks closest to the head. Once legs of sling have been fitted underneath legs and crossed, attach two loops of same color to the
hangar bar hooks located nearest the feet. Ensure all loops securely fastened to hooks before lifting. 2f) Straps are for guiding patient and rotating patient
while suspended; also helps with upright seated positioning when the middle strap is held stationary, just prior to seating patient. 2g) If supine, log roll
patient to one side folding half of sling and tuck under patient. Roll patient in other direction and remove entire sling from under patient. If seated, gently
pull legs of sling from under patient’s legs placing sling legs to side of patient. Grasp middle handle and gently pull upward, removing sling from behind
patient. 3a) Motor, strap and hanger assembly should be located directly above patient – centered over sternum when in supine position.
EZ Way Ceiling Lift CL650PM Competency Checklist
Purpose: To assist in the proper training of operating the EZ Way Ceiling Lift.
Staff Name: Date: Observed by:
Yes No
1. EZ Way Ceiling Lift Pre-Operation Check
a) Demonstrate how to turn EZ Ceiling Lift on/off.
b) Demonstrate how and when to charge batteries.
c) What are the 2 different methods to raise/lower the resident/patient?
d) Locate emergency stop button and state its purpose.
e) Locate emergency down feature.
f) Examine sling for any sign of wear/tear.
g) Identify where charger is located (fixed motor or portable motor).
2. EZ Way Ceiling Lift Sling Usage
a) Demonstrate proper fitting of sling to resident/patient.
b) Demonstrate proper application of sling.
c) Do you cross the legs of the sling when attaching it to the lift?
d) Explain the different loops and their usage for positioning.
e) Demonstrate proper attachment of sling to lift.
f) What are the 3 handles on the back of the sling used for?
g) Demonstrate proper removal of sling from underneath resident/patient.
3. EZ Way Ceiling Lift Operation
a) Where should the hanger bars be located when attaching the sling to the unit?
For any questions or concerns, please refer to the EZ Way Ceiling Lift operator’s manual or training video.