Guldmann GH1 User manual

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GB/US ........GH1/GH1 Q Ceiling Hoist
User manual – vers. 14.00

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GH1/GH1 Q Ceiling Hoist
1.00 .........Purpose and intended use ......................................4
1.01 .........Manufacturer ..................................................4
1.02 .........Intended use ..................................................4
1.03 .........Purpose ......................................................4
1.04 .........Important/Precautions ...........................................4
1.05 .........Load limits on GH1 system .......................................5
1.06 .........Unpacking and Preparation .......................................5
1.07 .........Installing a new GH1 hoist in an existing rail system ...................6
1.08 .........Installing / deinstalling GH1 Q in the rail .............................7
1.09 .........Power supply ..................................................8
1.10 .........Installation of the lifting hanger before use ...........................9
1.11 .........Lifting sling...................................................10
1.12 .........Swing kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.13 .........Using swing kit in doorway ......................................14
1.14 .........Exchange of side cover .........................................15
2.00 .........Description of functions .......................................15
2.01 .........Pictograms ...................................................16
2.02 .........Indicator lamps and audio signals .................................16
2.03 .........Operation ....................................................16
2.04 .........Safety functions ...............................................18
2.05 .........Accessories ..................................................19
3.00 .........Transport and storage.........................................21
4.00 .........Maintenance and storage ......................................21
4.01 ........Cleaning.....................................................21
4.02 .........Storage .....................................................23
4.03 .........How to prevent/avoid corrosion? ..................................23
4.04 .........The owner’s daily maintenance duty ...............................23
4.05 .........Disposal of the GH1 including battery ..............................23
5.00 .........Service and lifetime ...........................................23
5.01 ........Lifetime .....................................................23
5.02 .........Safety/service inspections .......................................23
5.03 .........Troubleshooting ...............................................24
6.00 .........Classication ................................................24
7.00 .........Technical specications ......................................26
8.00 .........EC-Declaration of conformity ...................................28
9.00 .........Environmental policy statement - V. Guldmann A/S ................29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . USA and countries outside the EU ..............................30
A. ...........Users guide ..................................................30
B. ..........WARRANTY..................................................30

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1.00 Purpose and intended use
1.01 Manufacturer
V. Guldmann A/S
Graham Bells Vej 21-23A
DK-8200 Aarhus N
Tlf. + 45 8741 3100
Fax + 45 8741 3131
www.guldmann.com
1.02 Intended use
GH1 is a lifting module that covers the need for lifting and moving a person
with disabilities, and for walking training.
GH1 is intended for use in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres
and in private homes and buildings.
1.03 Purpose
GH1 is a hoist which covers the need for lifting or moving a person with
disabilities in the home care sector, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres,
riding schools and swimming pools.
Conditions for use
The use of the GH1 is subject to the following:
• The GH1 should only be used by trained personnel.
• The maximum nominal load, 175 kg (385 lbs), 205 kg (450 lbs), 255 kg (560
lbs) respectively, must not be exceeded (section 1.05).
• The instruction offered by Guldmann to all customer groups in connection
with the purchase of a ceiling-mounted hoist has been received.
• The helper pays attention to the well-being of the user when using the hoist.
• The hoist is used in rail systems which are installed, tested and approved
according to DS/EN 10535 and Guldmann’s stipulations.
• Only technicians who have been certied by Guldmann may install and test
the rail systems.
• The hoist is used with a Guldmann lifting hanger (section 1.10).
• The hoist is used with a Guldmann lifting sling or with other suitable slings
(section 1.11).
1.04 Important/Precautions
• Read the instructions carefully before using the hoist and in connection with
cleaning and service of the hoist.
• The hoist’s maximum load must never be exceeded.
• The hoist may only be used to lift a person.
• The red strap for the emergency stop and the emergency lowering must be
adjusted to the helper’s reach, and must not be removed.

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• If a defect appears during use of the hoist, stop using the hoist and contact
the Guldmann Service Team for repairs.
• The hoist is controlled by a microprocessor PCB, which can be damaged by
static electricity if touched without the necessary precautions, (see point 1.09)
The electronics may only be serviced by Guldmann approved service techni-
cians.
• For safety reasons the side cover may only be dismantled when the emer-
gency stop is activated (see point 2.04).
• The user may not hold their hands around the lifting strap during lift and
transfer.
• The lifting hanger must not be mounted or replaced when the hoist is posi-
tioned over the patient.
Re: EMC
If electromagnetic or other inuences occur between this product and other
products, these products must not be used together.
1.05 Load limits on GH1 system
Read the label which indicates the maximum load limits for each component.
The component, e.g. lifting hanger, lifting sling, etc. labelled with the lowest
load limit determines the maximum load limit for the entire system.
This maximum load limit must not be exceeded.
Please note that the max load may change when different components are
used, such as lifting hangers, lifting slings, etc.
1.06 Unpacking and Preparation
Visual check of the GH1
If the GH1 is thought to be damaged upon reception, the GH1 must not be
used before it has been checked and approved by a qualied person or the
Guldmann Service Team.
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Contents of the box
GH1 hoist
Hand control
Transformer
Charging station
Side covers
Manual
Label for rail system
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Button for reset of emergency stop
GH1 is delivered with the emergency stop activated in order to ensure that the
battery is not being discharged during long-term storage. Reset the emergency
stop by pressing the “RESET” button on the bottom of the hoist (see point 2.04).
Mounting of side cover
GH1 is standard delivered with side cover in
white and yellow.
Before starting to mount the side cover it is
important, for safety reasons, to make sure
that the emergency stop is activated
(see point 2.04).
The chosen side covers are tted on the side
of GH1 by bending the cover slightly and
placing it in the groove at the side of GH1.
1.07 Installing a new GH1 hoist in an existing rail system
Please notice, when installing a new GH1 hoist in an existing rail system it
must be ensured that:
• The rated max load of the rail system, must be equal or higher than the max
load of the new hoist.
– If there is no max load mentioned on the rail system, the rail system must
then be checked according to the guideline in the installation manual
(distance between bracket according to max load).
– If the brackets are not visible, then a load test with 1,5 x max load of the
hoist must be performed minimum 20 min. During the test the deection of
the rails must not be higher than 1/200 of the length of the rail.
– If it is not possible to do any of the above mentioned, please contact
Guldmann or their representative.
• If the rail system can not be rated to the same max load as the hoist, then
extra brackets must be installed according to the installation manual (distance
between bracket according to max load).

Fig. 1
Fig. 4
Fig. 2
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
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1.08 Installing / deinstalling GH1 Q in the rail
The GH1 Q lifting module has a quick-release system which makes it very
simple to click-on and click-off the lifting module from the rails if it from time to
time is necessary to relocate the lifting module to another room or residence.
The moving of the lifting module can be accomplished without any use of tools.
Installing GH1 Q
1. The travelling trolley is mounted in the rail.
2. Turn GH1 Q 90° in relation to the rail as illustrated and connect it to the
travelling trolley.
3. Turn GH1 Q as illustrated until the hoist is parallel to the rail.
4. Stop pressing up and allow the safety lock to engage.
5. GH1 Q ceiling hoist is now ready to use.
Deinstalling GH1 Q
1. Press GH1 Q up to release it from the travelling trolley.
2. Turn GH1 Q 90° as illustrated.
3. Release and lift down GH1 Q.

1.09 Power supply
GH1 is equipped with a battery that requires regular recharging. The power
supply for the transformer and the charging station must be connected by
Guldmann Service Team or by a qualied engineer.
The transformer supplied must always be used.
Safety concerning static electricity (ESD)
Service technicians and installers must use an ESD-safety package
consisting of a mat, a ground wire, and a bracelet.
The technician/installer connects the mat to a grounding point, for instance a
radiator or a water pipe. The technician/installer must then put on the bracelet
and connect it to the mat. If it is not possible to nd a grounding point, the
mat and the bracelet must be used as a minimum.
Only then is it allowed to work with the PC Board or components where it
is possible to come into contact with the PC Board.
Class II equipment
Mobile equipment is class II epuipment (marked with double-encassed
symbol) and can be connected to the mains direct by the user.
Equipment is disconnected from Supply Mains by detaching the mains plug
from the wall outlet.
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Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 2c
Fig. 2b
Fig. 2a
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1.10 Installation of the lifting hanger before use
Lifting hangers from other
manufacturers
Guldmann shall not be liable for faults
or accidents that may occur as a result
of using lifting hangers made by other
manufacturers.
If there is any doubt about the selec-
tion or use of a lifting hanger, please
contact your supplier.
The lifting hanger can be installed to the
lifting strap without the use of any tools.
1. Hold the lifting hanger in the right hand
and press the yellow button using the
thumb as shown (Fig. 1).
2. Insert the strap attachment in the slot
on the lifting hanger top cover with the
open side facing down (Fig. 2a, 2b) and
release the yellow button (g. 2c).
3. Rotate the strap attachment to a vertical
position (g. 3).
Check that the yellow button has retur-
ned to its locked position by checking
that it is ush with the cover of the lifting
hanger and that the strap attachment
can rotate freely.

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1.11 Lifting sling
A lifting sling with four to eight lifting straps designed for mounting on hooks
should be used when using a Guldmann lifting hanger. Place the straps on
the hooks. Make sure that the rubber safety catch returns to its start position,
so the straps can not unintentionally fall off.
Slings made by other manufacturers
Guldmann shall not be liable for faults or accidents that may occur as a result
of using lifting slings made by other manufacturers.
If there is any doubt about the selection or use of a lifting sling, please
contact your supplier.
Guldmann shall not be liable for faults or accidents due to incorrect use of the
lifting sling, or for reasons of inadequate attention on the part of the carer or
user.
Attaching the lifting sling
Place the straps from the lifting sling on the hooks on the lifting hanger. Start
with the uppermost set of straps (from the back) and then take the lowest set
of straps (from the legs).
GH lifting hanger, 4 attachment points
Caution!
Be careful when attaching the lifting sling’s straps on the hooks. Check
that the straps have been correctly placed in the lifting hanger’s hooks.
When pressing the up button on the hand control to lift the user, check
again that all straps remain correctly placed in the lifting hanger’s
hooks (Fig. 1).
Fig. 1

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GH Lifting hanger
Caution!
Be careful when attaching the lifting sling on the hooks. Check that the
straps have been pulled completely through the rubber safety catch
(A) and into place in the lifting hanger’s hooks. When pressing the up
button to lift the user, check again that all the straps remain correctly
placed in the lifting hanger’s hooks (g. 1a and g. 1b).
Fig. 1a Fig. 1b
AA
Lifting to and from a seated position
When lifting a user from e.g. a wheelchair, move the GH1 towards the person
to be lifted. The lifting hanger should be at the same height as the user’s
chest and should not be moved further in over the user than to approximately
mid-thigh position.
Place the lifting hanger parallel to the user’s shoulders.
Place the lifting sling behind the user’s back between the back of the chair
and the user’s back. The center marks of the lifting sling should follow the
user’s spine.
Lead the leg straps along the outer sides of the user’s shins and beneath
the thighs between the hollow of the knees and the hip joints. Cross the leg
straps in front of the user.
All four lifting straps are now ready to be attached. The lifting sling can now
be mounted on the lifting hanger.
Lifting to and from lying position in bed
Bring the lifting hanger over the centre of the person to be lifted. Place the
lifting hanger parallel to the user’s shoulders.
Turn the user onto his or her side. The Basic High sling should be placed so
that its top is at the same height as the top of the user’s head. Now position
the sling over the user so that the center marks follow the user’s spine. Turn
the user onto his or her back and pull out the remaining part of the lifting
sling. Place the leg straps beneath the user’s thighs and cross them. All four
lifting straps are now ready to be attached and the lifting sling can now be
mounted on the lifting hanger. It is an advantage to elevate the head of the
bed so that the user is sitting up.

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For further information, please refer to the user manual for the lifting sling in
question.
Important!
Only persons who have received competent instruction regarding the use of
lifting equipment and tting of slings should use the hoist.
Plan the move. Avoid leaving the user in the lifting sling unattended.
The hoist lifts quickly and powerfully. Before lifting, check that the user is
completely free of his/her surroundings. The user’s head, arms, hands and
feet must not be in danger of becoming trapped. Be careful with any tubes
and wires that are attached to the user. The user should not hold the lifting
strap during the moving procedure as there is a risk of crushing between
the strap’s hook and the hoist. Check that the hand control and hand control
cable is free of hanger, patient and other object before the hoist is activated
up or down moved.
If the hoist is used correctly, the user should only be lifted to the extent that
she/he is clear of the surface and should be moved at this height.

Fig. 3a
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Fig. 4
Fig. 3b
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
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1.12 Swing kit
The swing function is used in conjunc-
tion with a transfer e.g. through a door
from one lifting module to another.
Note: The swing adapter must be
ordered separately.
Installation of swing adapter
1. Before starting a lift involving a swing
transfer the swing adapter (Fig. 1) must
be installed on the lifting hanger.
(g. 2 til 5).
2. Hold the lifting hanger in the right hand
and press the yellow button using the
thumb (g. 2).
3. Insert the swing adapter in the slot on
the lifting hanger top cover with the
open side facing down (Fig. 3a, 3b) and
release the yellow button.
4. Rotate the swing adapter to a vertical
position (g. 4).
Check that the yellow button has retur-
ned to its locked position by checking
that it is ush with the cover of the lifting
hanger and that the swing adapter can
rotate freely.
5. Install the strap attachment to the swing
adapter by sliding the open side of the
strap attachment over the at area of
the swing adapter (g. 5).
6. Rotate the strap attachment and ensure
that it moves up on the circular portion
of the swing adapter (g. 6).

A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
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1.13 Using swing kit in doorway
1. Bring the two hoists as close together
as possible. Adjust the height of the
lifting hanger on hoist B so that the
transfer can be done without the user
touching the oor during the transfer
from one hoist to another.
2. Take the free lifting strap from hoist A
and secure it to the swing adapter on
the lifting hanger (see 1.10 gures 5
and 6).
In order to lower the free lifting strap on
hoist A a slight pull must be applied to
the strap.
3. Lower the lifting hanger using hoist B
while lifting the strap on hoist A to per-
form the swing transfer. The transfer
has been completed when there is no
load on the lifting strap on hoist B.
4. Disconnect the lifting strap on hoist B
from the lifting hanger and raise the
strap on hoist B out of the way.
5. Move the lifting hanger from hoist A to
operating height and the doorway trans-
fer is complete.
Note: There must be a load on the
lifting strap corresponding to the weight
of Guldmann’s lifting hanger before
GH1’s lowering function will operate.

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Designation of type and maximum load
Green/yellow indicator lamp
Strap for activating emergency stop
and emergency lowering device
Button for resetting the emergency stop
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1.14 Exchange of side cover
If you want to change the appearance of GH1, the side cover can be exchanged
or turned. Before starting to mount the side cover it is important, for safety rea-
sons, to make sure that the emergency stop is activated (see point 2.04).
The side cover is dismantled by inserting for instance a at screwdriver in the
opening between the groove and the cover and tilt the cover upwards and out.
The side cover is tted on the side of GH1 by bending the cover slightly and
placing it in the groove on the side of GH1.
2.00 Description of functions
Information panel on the GH1 bottom surface.

1
2
RESET
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2.01 Pictograms
Emergency stop
Emergency lowering function
Reset emergency stop
Danger - rotating parts
2.02 Indicator lamps and audio signals
Status Indicator
lamps
Audio signals Possible GH1
Functions
Up Down Emergency lowering
Off – stand by Off
All OK Green   
Low battery Yellow   
Fault on hoist Yellow Beeps at button activation 
Battery critical low Yellow  
Over load Green Beeps at button activation  
Hand control placed in
charging station
On 3 beeps for charging
2.03 Operation
Hand control
The GH1 is switched on automatically when
a button on the hand control is pressed.
The GH1 is switched off automatically after
approx. 8 minutes without activation.
GH1
1. Lift
2. Lower
Note: There must be a load on the lifting strap corresponding to the weight of
Guldmann’s lifting hanger before GH1’s lowering function will operate.

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Charging / connection
GH1 is recharged when the hand control is placed in the charging station.
Always leave the hand control in the charging station when GH1 is not in use.
This guarantees GH1 functionality and maintains the battery to ensure a long
lifetime.
The transformer must be connected and switched on before charging can
take place. A green indicator lamp on the transformer indicates it is connected
and switched on.
Tilt the hand control and place it on the two pins on the charging station.Then
push the rubber handle into the opening of the charging station. A click indi-
cates that the hand control is placed correctly.
When the hand control is correctly placed in the charging station, you will receive
an acoustic signal of 3 beeps. This means that the hoist is now charging.
The indicator lamp on the bottom of the hoist turns yellow if the charge status
becomes low. The GH1 then has a limited number of lifts available at a time
and must be recharged.
Placing of the hand control
When GH1 is not in use the hand control must always be placed in the char-
ging station. The hand control can also be placed on the lifting hanger if this
is necessary in connection with a transfer.

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2.04 Safety functions
The emergency stop and emergency lowering device should only be
used in an emergency. In the event that it is necessary to use the safety func-
tions, the fault must be identied and rectied before the GH1 is taken into
use again. Please contact your supplier.
Emergency stop and lowering strap
The red strap has the following functions:
• One pull: Emergency stop is activated.
• Constant pull: Emergency lowering is activated.
Emergency stop
If the GH1 does not stop/react to the hand control when the GH1 is in
use, pull the red strap and the lifting/lowering functions (except emergency
lowering) are deactivated.
When the emergency stop is activated, the hoist will not function. The green
lamp is switched off.
Reset emergency stop
Reset the emergency stop by pressing the yellow
button on the bottom of the hoist.
The yellow button that appears when the emer-
gency stop is pulled, must be pressed manually
before the GH1 is ready for use.
After deactivating the emergency stop, activate the
hand control twice.
Emergency lowering function, electric
If the GH1 fails, the electrical emergency lowering function is used to lower
the user safely. The emergency lowering function is operated by a constant
pull on the red strap that is used for the emergency stop.
When releasing the red strap, the emergency lowering function will be
replaced by the emergency stop.

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2.05 Accessories
Guldmann – Lifting slings and hangers
Obtain a product catalogue from Guldmann, or see our product range at
www.guldmann.com where it is also possible to watch a video about the use
of lifting slings and to download user manuals for our products.
Extension strap
The extension strap is used where the distance between the lower part of the rails
and the oor exceeds 3.5 m. The extension strap is available as an accessory.
Swing adapter
The swing function is used in conjunction with a transfer, e.g. through a door
from one lifting module to another.
Switch track, electrical
(Must not be used with GH1 Q)
A switch track can be used in rail
systems where it is used to change
direction.
Turntable
The turntable is used in rail systems where
the hoist needs to run in several directions.
The GH1 hoist is placed in the center of the
turntable. By pressing the switch, the turn-
table rotates 90°. Press again, and the
turn table returns to the rst position.
Safety
This product is mechanically protected
against derailing and jamming.
GH Combi-lock, automatic
(Must not be used with GH1 Q)
Intended use
The Combi-lock is used to move a
person from one rail system to another.
Purpose
Use the Combi-lock when connecting one rail
system to another.
The Combi-lock enables a secure
connection to be made between two rail
systems, e.g. when operating from a single-
track rail system in the bedroom to a room-
covering system in the bathroom.

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The Combi-lock requires no manual operations.
Using the Combi-lock
When activating the Combi-lock, position the traverse rail opposite the xed
rail, where the locking mechanism is automatically activated (the rail systems
lock together). Now it is possible to run the hoist from one rail system to the
other. When the traverse rail is moved away from the xed rail, the locking
mechanisms are re-activated to secure the hoist and prevent it from running
off the rail. The hoist must always be run completely past the Combi-lock
before the traverse rail is moved away (the Combi-lock must be visible).
The rail systems are optimally connected at a max. distance of 1000 mm
between the hoist and the Combi-lock; you may also refer to the marking
label on the rail. At this distance, a secure and easy connection can be made.
At a distance greater than 1000 mm, it is more difcult to position the two rail
systems opposite one another. Please note that the connection works regard-
less of the position of the hoist in relation to the Combi-lock.
Safety
• In the event of an error while using the Combi-lock, discontinue its use.
Contact the Guldmann Service Team or a certied technician to perform any
necessary repairs. A defective Combi-lock can result in injury to both the user
and helper.
• The locking mechanism in the Combi-lock must not be manually activated.
• The Combi-lock is mechanically secured to prevent de-railing and crushing.
• Do not touch the Combi-lock during activation/deactivation
Cleaning
See section 4.01
Daily maintenance
Ensure that the Combi-Lock is intact. Do not use the Combi-lock if it is
damaged or defective. Instead, contact the Guldmann Service Team or a
certied technician, as per Guldmann’s instructions.
Battery
NiMH Battery 24V/2000mAh, Guldmann type number 550574.
Power supply
Power supply, Guldmann item number 554204.