Getinge Arjohuntleigh Maxi Sky 600 ECS User manual

001.14150.33.EN rev. 10 • December 2011
Maxi Sky 600, Maxi Sky 600 ECS
Instructions for Use

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Table of Contents
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General Information ...................................................................................................................5
Foreword ..............................................................................................................................5
Service and support ..........................................................................................................5
Manufacturer Information ..................................................................................................6
Definitions Used in this Manual: ........................................................................................6
Intended Use .....................................................................................................................6
Operational Life .................................................................................................................6
Equipment Identification ....................................................................................................7
Verifying the Package Contents ........................................................................................7
How to Use this Manual ....................................................................................................7
Symbols Used ...................................................................................................................8
Safety Instructions .....................................................................................................................9
General Instructions .............................................................................................................9
Safe Working Load ............................................................................................................9
Important Safety Directions .............................................................................................10
Shock Prevention ............................................................................................................10
Fire and Explosion Prevention ........................................................................................10
Human and Environmental Safety Practices ...................................................................11
Battery and Battery Charger Safety Practices .................................................................11
Equipment Warning Labels .............................................................................................11
Part Designation .......................................................................................................................12
Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift and Charger Station ................................................................12
Legend ............................................................................................................................12
Handset ..............................................................................................................................13
Chargers ............................................................................................................................13
ECS Track System .............................................................................................................13
Slings .........................................................................................................................................14
Compatible Slings ...........................................................................................................14
How to use the Maxi Sky 600 Ceiling Lift ...............................................................................15
Return to Charge (RTC), Return to Home (RTH) ............................................................15
Emergency Stop (red cord) .............................................................................................16
Emergency Lowering .......................................................................................................16
Emergency Brake ............................................................................................................18
Battery Information ..........................................................................................................18
Indicator Lights ................................................................................................................18
Charging the Batteries .....................................................................................................18
Programming the Ceiling Lift ..............................................................................................20
Using the FIDO Function (Pre-Programmed Positions) .....................................................20
Use of Slings ......................................................................................................................20
Spreader Bars and Stretcher Frame ...............................................................................20
Slings ...............................................................................................................................20
Before Approaching the Patient ......................................................................................20
Installing the Sling on the Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) .........................................21
To lift a Patient from a bed ..............................................................................................21
To lift a Patient from a chair ............................................................................................23
To lift a Patient from the floor ..........................................................................................25
Procedure for Using Loop Slings with a Two-Point Spreader Bar ...................................26
To Lift a Patient from a Bed .............................................................................................27
To Lift a Patient from a Chair ..........................................................................................27
To Lift a Patient from the Floor ........................................................................................28
Before Transferring a Patient ..........................................................................................28
Using Stretcher Frames and Stretchers ..........................................................................28
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Operating the Powered DPS Spreader Bar .......................................................................28
Caring for your DPS ........................................................................................................29
Operating the Exchanger ...................................................................................................31
Operating the Turntable .....................................................................................................31
Maxi Sky 600 Programming ....................................................................................................32
Changing the Speed of Movement .................................................................................33
Adjusting the Spreader Bar Height .................................................................................34
Care and Maintenance .............................................................................................................35
Enable/Disable Return to Charge (RTC) ........................................................................35
Preventive Maintenance Schedule ....................................................................................35
User Inspections ................................................................................................................35
Inspections by an Authorized Service Technician .............................................................37
Daily Checklist ...................................................................................................................39
Inspection and Cleaning .................................................................................................39
Strap Inspection ..............................................................................................................39
Handling and Storage .....................................................................................................39
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................40
Battery Replacement ......................................................................................................40
Verification of the Charger’s Power Source ....................................................................40
Sling Inspection and Care .................................................................................................40
Regular Inspections ........................................................................................................40
Sling Laundering .............................................................................................................40
Annual Inspection ..............................................................................................................41
Maintenance Requirements ............................................................................................41
Labels on the Lift .....................................................................................................................42
Technical Specifications .........................................................................................................43
Electromagnetic Compatibility ...............................................................................................45
Lift Dimensions ..................................................................................................................46
Electromagnetic Compliance .............................................................................................47
Electromagnetic Emissions .............................................................................................47
Electromagnetic Immunity ...............................................................................................48

General Information
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Foreword
Please read this manual in its entirety before using your
Maxi Sky 600. The information in this manual is crucial to the
proper operation and maintenance of the equipment, and will
help protect your product as well as ensure that the
equipment performs to your satisfaction. Lifting and
transferring a person always presents a potential risk. Some
of the information in this manual is important for your safety
and must be read and understood to help prevent injuries.
ArjoHuntleigh strongly advises and warns that to avoid
injuries that can be attributed to the use of inadequate parts,
only parts designated by ArjoHuntleigh should be used on
equipment and other appliances supplied by ArjoHuntleigh.
Furthermore, unauthorized modifications on any
ArjoHuntleigh equipment may affect its safety. ArjoHuntleigh
will not be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or
deficiencies of performance that occur as a result of any
unauthorized modification to its products.
Tested according to standards by TUV Product Service and
CSA.
Service and support
A service routine must be performed on your Maxi Sky 600
by qualified service personnel. This will ensure the safety and
good functioning of your product. See section called “Care
and Maintenance” in this manual.
If you require further information, please contact your local
ArjoHuntleigh representative which can offer comprehensive
support and service programs to maximize the long-term
reliability, safety and value of the product. Contact your local
representative for replacement parts.
Additional copies of this manual can be purchased from your
local ArjoHuntleigh representative. When ordering, include
the Instructions for Use product number (see front page) and
equipment identification number.
Thank you for purchasing the
Maxi Sky 600 ceiling lift from
ArjoHuntleigh.
Your Maxi Sky 600 is part of a
series of quality products
designed specially for home
care, nursing homes and
other health care uses.
We are dedicated to serving
your needs and providing the
best products available along
with training that will bring
your staff maximum benefit
from every ArjoHuntleigh
product.
Please read this manual
thoroughly, and contact us if
you have any questions
about the operation or
maintenance of your
ArjoHuntleigh equipment.
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