Guldmann Evocare 553000 User manual


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Free-standing rail systems, adjustable
Item no:
553000
1.00.........Purposeanduse..............................................3
1.01.........Manufacturer..................................................3
1.02 . . . . . . . . . Intended use and description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.03.........Importantprecautions ...........................................3
1.04 . . . . . . . . . Hoists made by other manufacturers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.05 .........Unpacking ....................................................4
1.06.........Settingupthesystem ...........................................5
2.00.........Descriptionoffunctions........................................9
2.01 .........Operation.....................................................9
2.02 .........Lengthandheightadjustment ....................................9
3.00 . . . . . . . . . Demounting and transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.01.........Demountingthesystem..........................................9
3.02 .........Transportingthesystem ........................................10
4.00.........Maintenanceandstorage......................................10
4.01.........Cleaning.....................................................10
4.02 .........Storage .....................................................10
4.03.........Maintenance .................................................10
5.00.........Serviceandlifespan..........................................10
5.01 .........Lifespan ....................................................10
5.02 .........Troubleshooting...............................................11
6.00 . . . . . . . . . Technical specications .......................................11
7.00 . . . . . . . . . EC-Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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1.00 Purpose and use
1.01 Manufacturer
V. Guldmann A/S
Graham Bells Vej 21-23A
DK-8200 Århus N
Tel. + 45 8741 3100
Fax + 45 8741 3131
1.02 Intended use and description
The free-standing rail system together with the GH1 hoist shall be used for
transferring an elderly or a disabled person; e.g. in private homes.
The free-standing rail system is a portable rail system which can be set up
practically anywhere and requires no mounting on walls, ceiling or oors.
The free-standing rail system is length and height adjustable.
1.03 Important precautions
Read the entire user manual prior to setting up and starting to use the free-
standing rail system.
The free-standing system can be set up and taken down by one person only.
The maximum load of 250 kg must not be exceeded.
In case of damage to the free-standing rail system, the operation of it should
be discontinued immediately.
The free-standing rail system should be set up on a plane surface.
The end stops have to be properly installed and locked with spring pins, and
the 2 yellow thumb screws on the top brackets have to be properly tightened
before the system must be used.
The free-standing rail system must not be used for any other purpose than
that stated in this user manual; that is, neither as a playground or a swing
device.
1.04 Hoists made by other manufacturers
Guldmann is not liable for defects or accidents caused by the application of
hoists/lifting modules made by other manufacturers.

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1.05 Unpacking
Inspection before unpacking
If the packaging is damaged upon receipt, the components of the free-
standing rail system should be carefully checked for noticeable imperfections,
defects or aws.
If damage is suspected, the free-standing system should not be assembled or
taken into use until the system has been approved by qualied service staff
or the Guldmann Service Team.
Unpacking
Unpack the 3 boxes, consisting of:
a. Top bracket and rail module (1 pcs.)
b. Vertical pole module (2 pcs.)
c. User manual
d. 5mm Allen key

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Rise one vertical pole module. Lift the top bracket and rail module
and mount it on top of the vertical
pole module.
Lock the top bracket to the vertical
pole with the locking arm.
Raise the second vertical pole module.
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1.06 Setting up the system

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Lift the top bracket and rail module
and mount it on top of the vertical
pole. Lock with the locking arm.
Lock the rail to the top bracket
module with the 2 yellow thumb
screws.
Before inserting the GH1 hoist
loosen the 2 yellow thumb screws
and remove the end stop.
Insert the GH1 hoist in the free-stan-
ding rail system.
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Mount the end stop again and make
sure that the spring pin is positioned
in the pre-drilled hole.
Tighten the end stop.
In order to adjust the free-standing
rail system to the specic room size:
loosen the 2 yellow thumb screws, and
push/pull the top brackets at the rail.
Tighten afterwards the 2 yellow
thumb screws at each top bracket.
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Adjust the height by inserting the
accompanying 5 mm Allen key in the
height adjustment socket at the side
of the vertical poles. Make sure that
top bracket and rail module is level.
Fix the recharging dock on the ver-
tical pole just below the Guldmann
logo with the enclosed Velcro.
The free-standing rail system is now ready for use
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2.00 Description of functions
2.01 Operation
The free-standing rail system, adjustable, is a portable system that, once
installed, does not require any further operation.
2.02 Length and height adjustment
Length adjustment
(when the system is in the lowest position):
• Set up the system (see 1.06).
• Loosen the 2 yellow thumb screws on the
top of the brackets manually.
• Pull the rail out of the top brackets until
the required length has been reached
• Tighten the 2 yellow thumb screws on
the top of the brackets manually after the
adjustment is nished.
Height adjustment:
• Set up the system (see 1.06).
• Insert the accompanying 5mm Allen key
or a power drill with 5mm bit in the height
adjustment socket at the side of the ver-
tical pole.
Adjust each pole to the required height
and afterwards adjust the system until the
top bracket and rail module is level
3.00 Demounting and transportation
3.01 Demounting the system
Lower the system to the lowest position.
Demount the free-standing rail system in the reverse order of the mounting
(see 1.06).
It may be necessary push the top bracket upwards in order to separate it from
the Vertical pole module.
Important:
Before taking down the free-standing rail system, the hoist must be taken out
or secured by means of the end stops.

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3.02 Transporting the system
As a minimum, the free-standing rail system should be taken apart so that the
vertical pole modules are separated from the top brackets and rail (see 3.01).
During transportation, Guldmann recommends that system, after it has been
demounted, is always transported in the Guldmann Bag carrier portable, item
No. 553225.
4.00 Maintenance and storage
4.01 Cleaning
Clean the free-standing system with a damp cloth using ordinary household
detergents. Chemicals or an autoclave must not be used when cleaning the
free-standing rail system.
4.02 Storage
The free-standing rail system should be stored in a room where the humidity
does not exceed 70%. The system free-standing rail system must not be
stored in bathrooms or the like.
4.03 Maintenance
Check regularly that the system is stable.
5.00 Service and life span
5.01 Life span
The Free-standing rail system, adjustable, has an expected life span of 15
years, on the condition of correct use and correct service inspections
(see 4.04).
Spare parts drawings can be obtained from the manufacturer or supplier.

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5.02 Troubleshooting
1. The system is not stable
• Check that the feet is mounted correctly
• Check the Vertical poles have been pushed securely in the Top bracket
• Check that the top brackets are tightened
• Check that the top brackets have been positioned correctly
• Check the top brackets for defects or deformities?
• Check that the Yellow thumb screws are tightened
2. The vertical height adjustment is not working
Check carefully with a 5mm Allen key that the system is not stuck in the far
end position.
If the top part of the Vertical pole is not moving when turning the 5mm Allen
key, stop using the system and contact the distributor or the manufacturer.
6.00 Technical specications
Free-standing rail system
Dimensionsmin.(HxW).............................2020 x 2720 mm
Dimensions in extended pos. max. (HxW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2820 x 3890 mm
Maximumliftingcapacity.................................... 250 kg
Total weight without hoist
Free-standingrailsystem ...................................52,0 kg
Verticalpole,each.........................................13,5 kg
Topbracketsandrail.......................................25,0 kg
Materials
Railsandposts: ............................... Anodized aluminium
Feet:......................................Powdervarnishedsteel
Brackets: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powder varnished steel
7.00 EC-Declaration of conformity
The products are manufactured in compliance with the Council Directive
93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 – with amendments, as medical device class 1.

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USA and countries outside the EU
A. Users guide – Free-standing rail system, adjustable
Read the entire warranties and the entire chapter before use of the product.
B. Warranties
The Guldmann lifting equipment is designed to be used for the lifting, trans-
ferring, and transporting of persons with a physical handicap who are not
able to physically self transfer or who are temporarily incapacitated by illness,
anaesthesia or other causes.
This lifting equipment is designed to relieve the users, their relatives, and
nursing personnel in the task of lifting elderly or handicapped people, thereby
minimizing the risk of back injury during such lifting and transfer operations.
If the product is used in any fashion or in an irresponsible manner or for any
use other than that described above or in the enclosed written instructions,
the manufacturer’s warranty will be nullied and rendered void.
There are no warranties which extend beyond the description in the enclosed
written instructions.
Guldmann warrants that its lifting equipment is free from defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use. Guldmann warrants that the lifting equip-
ment itself will perform substantially in accordance with the specications set
forth in the documentation provided with the equipment.
The above express warranties are made for a period of 365 days from the
date the lifting equipment is delivered to you as the rst user.
Your distributor will replace any lifting equipment which proves defective in
materials or workmanship, without additional charge, on an exchange basis.
Your distributor will either replace or repair without additional charge any
Guldmann lifting equipment that does not perform in substantial accordance
with the specications of the documentation.
Guldmann does not warrant that the functions contained in the lifting devices
will meet your requirements or that the operation of the services will be unin-
terrupted or error-free. The warranty does not cover any of the part of the
lifting equipment which has been subject to damage or abuse by you.
The warranty does not cover any part of the lifting equipment which has been
altered or changed in any way by you or others. Guldmann is not responsible
for problems caused by changes in the operating characteristics of the ope-
rating system which are made after the delivery of the lifting equipment. Any
implied warranties including any warranties of merchant ability or tness for a
particular purpose are limited to the term of the express warranties.

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Guldmann shall not in any case be liable for special, incidental,
consequential, indirect or other similar damages arising from any breach of
these warranties even if Guldmann or its agent has been advised of the pos-
sibility of such damages.
You must call Guldmann or your distributor for an authorization to return
any defective item during the warranty period. If your distributor is unable to
correct your problem by telephone, you will be provided with a return aut-
horization number and address for returning the defective item for warranty
service or replacement. You must insure any defective item being returned
because Guldmann does not assume the risk of loss or damage while in tran-
sit. Do not return items or warranty service to Guldmann.
The warranties set forth above are in lieu of all other express and implied
warranties, whether oral, written or implied, and the remedies set forth above
are your sole and exclusive remedies. Only an authorized ofcer of Guld-
mann may make modications to this warranty, or additional warranties bin-
ding on Guldmann. Accordingly, additional statements such as advertising or
presentations, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by Guld-
mann and should not be relied upon as such. The warranty gives you specic
legal rights, and you may also have the other rights which vary from state/
country to state/country.

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