Handicare MilkyWay SystemRoMedic User manual

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MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
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MilkyWay
Handbook
Instructions for design and installation
MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
June 2014

MilkyWay
MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
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1: Introduction
1.1: Definitions
1.2: Straight rails
1.3: Rail curves
1.4: Installation methods
1.4.1: Installation on the ceiling
1.4.2: Concealed rails
1.4.3: Installation on the walls
1.5: Power supply
1.5.1: In-rail charging with Conductor rail and insulator
1.6: Installation heights
2: Important information
2.1: General instructions for installation of rails
2.2: Safety
2.3: Point load recommendations
3: Basic rail systems
3.1: Installation of rails
3.2: Connecting rails and rail curves
3.3: Installation of a straight rail, example
3.4: Installation of rail curves, example
3.5: Shunting rail, 50400141-142 (only for Reda)
3.6: Turntable, 50400233-234
3.6.1: Changing rail exit direction
3.6.2: Installation, example
3.6.3: Parts list and function
4: Rail systems with full room coverage - (x-y)/traverse systems
4.1: Single cross-rails
4.2: Supported cross-rails
4.3: Installation of a rail system with full room coverage, example
4.4: Transition gate, 50400226 / 50400237-238
4.4.1: Connecting a basic rail system with an (x-y)/traverse system
4.4.2: Installation, example
4.4.3: Transition gates between two systems with full room coverage
4.4.4: Heights, systems with transition gates
4.4.5: Testing of safety devices
5: Accessories - ceiling lift units
5.1: Ceiling lift units
5.2: Mounting the ceiling lift unit in the rail
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6: Connecting to power supply
6.1: End point charging / in-rail charging
6.2: Connecting the conductor rails
6.3: Conducting cables
6.4: Rail systems with full room coverage
6.4.1: In-rail charging
6.4.2: End point charging
6.4.3: Connecting to charger point
6.5: Turntable, electrical
6.5.1: Internal wiring diagram
7: Weight testing procedure
8: Ceiling fixtures - brackets and pendants
8.1: Ceiling bracket standard, 50400319
8.2: Universal bracket 55, 50400039
8.3: Ceiling bracket quick, 50400236
8.4: Pendant F, 50400163-165
8.5: Pendant R, 50400078-082
8.6: Pendant angled, 50400301-305
8.7: Threaded rod support kit, 50400192
8.8: Side support kit, 50400075
9: Wall fixtures - brackets and vertical supports
9.1: Wall bracket small, 50400119
9.2: Wall bracket wide, 50400120
9.3: Wall bracket (plaster), 50400159
9.4: Wall bracket parallel, 50400121
9.5: Wall bracket parallel (plaster), 50400160
9.6: Vertical support adjustable, 50400190 / 50400242
9.6.1: Vertical support adjustable, angled installation
10: Accessories and installation equipment
10.1: Extension rail, 50400318
10.2: Traverse trolley 3000 flex, 50400251
10.3: Traverse trolley 6500 flex, 50400252
10.4: Installation equipment
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RAL 9010
1: Introduction
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A stationary lifting solution, consisting of a ceiling lift unit mounted either on a permanently installed rail system
or on a freestanding lift stand, is an ergonomically ideal alternative that eliminates manual lifting and allows the
caregiver to always choose the optimal working stance. Furthermore, the lift system is always in place, it requires
a minimum of floor space and it is very easy to manoeuvre. Another advantage is that the system provides a
large lifting area and the possibility of both low and very high lifting.
Handicare’s SystemRoMedic™ MilkyWay is a complete, ingeniously simple and safe rail system for permanent
installation on the ceiling and/or on the walls. Each MilkyWay rail system is individually designed, in close cooperation
with the customer, allowing for adaptation to specific conditions and for meeting of specific requirements.
Together with an optional choice of ceiling lift unit and the appropriate lifting accessories, MilkyWay offers un-
limited possibilities for design and adaptation of the perfect stationary lifting solution for all settings, rooms and
lifting needs.
Material and surface coating
• Powder-coated aluminium (straight rails and rail curves)
• Powder-coated steel (fixtures; brackets and pendants)
• Stainless steel available on request (recommended when used in harsh environments such as swimming pools)
All powder-coated MilkyWay parts are white (RAL 9010).
At an additional charge, they can also be supplied in various other colours or
with a bare metal finish.
All MilkyWay products are CE-marked.
Customized design
Each MilkyWay rail system is individually designed in close cooperation with the customer.
Scaled drawings show the completed system and its function within the room(s).
Easy to install
MilkyWay offers flexibility in every detail. This allows for a comprehensive range of alternative system designs as well
as for easy installation.
MilkyWay rail systems must be designed, assembled, installed and inspected by qualified and authorized
personnel and in accordance with the ”MilkyWay Installation check list” and other instructions issued by
Handicare AB.
MilkyWay has been designed to meet the highest safety standards. The rail system should be inspected and assessed
for safety at least once per year.
More information
For more information about MilkyWay; available parts, article numbers and technical
data, please consult the “MilkyWay Technical information” document or contact your local
Handicare and SystemRoMedic™ partner. All contact details can be found on our website,
www.handicare.com.

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Basic rail systems
A basic rail system consists of one or more
straight rails, with or without curves and switches
for increased room coverage, flexibility and utility.
Rail systems with full room coverage - (x-y)/traverse systems
A rail system with full room coverage consists of a pair of fixed (primary) rails (6) and one or two (secondary)
cross-rails/traverse rails. Each cross-rail is mounted on a pair of traverse trolleys (4) and can travel sideways in the
fixed rails along the total width of the lift system. This rail system allows the ceiling lift unit, which is mounted on a
cross-rail, to travel in all directions and be used anywhere in the room. Two rail systems with full room coverage can
be connected by means of transition gates.
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