human care SINGEL 5100 Herkules User manual

USER’S MANUAL
The SingelTM 5100 Herkules offers you a unique possibility of lifting and moving a
patient safe and easy without straining the patient as well as the caregiver during lift-
and moving moments.
The SingelTM 5100 Herkules is intended for lifting and transferring patients e.g. from
the bed to the wheelchair, to and from the floor, for walking, standing, for visits to
the lavatory and bath and for weighting.
“Caution!” triangles are used to warn of situations that demand extra
care and attention
IMPORTANT!
Human Care products are constantly being updated and refined therefore we reserve us the right to
change aspects without prior notice.
Overhead lift
SINGELTM 5100 Herkules
Art. no: 50500
Lifting and transporting a person always involves a risk. It is important to read the instructions
for both the lift and the lifting equipment. Always ensure yourself that the equipment to be
used is working together with the lift. As caregiver you are responsible for the safety of the
patient and need to be aware of the patient’s ability to manage the lifting situation.
Human Care Overhead Lifts are designed to lift and lower patients strictly in an vertical plane,
never at a diagonal or angled plane. When lifting a patient, the lift should be positioned
directly above the patient. When lowering a patient, the lift should be positioned directly above
the surface onto which the patient is being lowered.
LIFTING OR LOWERING A PATIENT AT A DIAGONAL OR ANGLE CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE PATIENT OR CAREGIVER.
If using the SingelTM 5100 Herkules lift in a way that is not recommended by Human Care,
Human Care will not take any responsibility for injuries or other accidents that may occur. If
there are any doubts, please contact the supplier.

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Table of contents
Safety instructions ......................................................................................................2
Technical specification ................................................................................................3
Product description ....................................................................................................4
Intending use..............................................................................................................5
Product label..............................................................................................................5
Symbols on the unit....................................................................................................5
Operations ................................................................................................................6
Charger.....................................................................................................................8
Belt tensioner guard ...................................................................................................9
To use the lift ............................................................................................................9
Telescopic barTM .......................................................................................................10
Definitions ...............................................................................................................11
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................12
Inspection, care and maintenance...............................................................................13
Slings and accessories ...............................................................................................14

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Safety instructions
Before first use, ensure that:
the lift is assembled according to the instructions
the lift accessories are correctly and securely fastened to the lift
you have read and understood the instructions for the lift and accessories
the batteries have been charged for at least 6 hours
1. Check if the rail is provided with a distance strap or if the rail roller is equipped with a
hook. Recommended height from the floor is between 1850-1950 mm
2. Take the lift (1), the charger and the remote control (3) out
of the box
3. Tear off the seal from the belt (6) after reading the user’s manual
4. Connect (16) the remote control (3) to the lift (1)
5. Connect the charger into an easy accessible wall socket
6. Insert the remote control (3) into the charger. If the
indicator lamp is lit yellow, charge until the indicator
turns green
The lift is designed to only lift people, one at the time.
Before using, always ensure that:
personnel using the equipment have received appropriate
instructions and training in the use of the lift
the lifting belt is not twisted or worn and that it can move freely in and out of the
lift
lift accessories show no signs of wear or damage
the correct type, size, material and design is selected to safely meet the patient’s
needs
lift accessories are correctly and securely applied to the patient
the sling’s strap loops are properly hooked to the spreader bar after the straps
have been fully extended, but before the patient is lifted from the underlying
surface
See www.humancare.se for more information on slings, rail systems and other accessories.
Important! To ensure that the lift belt will not be damaged, it is important that the lift is
balanced when transporting, raising and lowering. Also do not hold the lift belt when
transporting a patient.
Warning! Product modifications is strictly forbidden without approval from manufacturer
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Technical specification
Lifting capacity, max: 300 kg/650 lbs/46.2 st. Start/stop soft
Dimensions: 450x180x340 mm Weight 10 kg/22 lbs/1.6 st
(WxHxL) 17.7x7.1x13.4 in Batteries: 2x12V 3.2Ah
Emergency lowering: electronic/manual Indicator:
Type: B Stand by flashing GREEN
Class: Internally powered Active consistent GREEN
equipment Low voltage flashing RED
Remote control: Class IP65 Error consistent RED
Lifting range: 1450 mm/57.1 in
Sound level: <65dB (loaded and unloaded)
Lifting speed: 1.8 m/min
3.0 m/min (only when unloaded)
Battery charger: Input 100-240V AC 50-60 Hz; 1.6A Output 27,8V, 0.8A DC
IP class battery charger: IPX0
The product is designed for multiple use.
The Telescopic barTM is adjustable in three different widths; 35/45/55 cm (13.8/17.7/21.7 in)

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Product description
1. Overhead lift Singel™ 5100
2. Charger
3. Remote control
4. UP-button (remote control)
5. DOWN-button (remote control)
6. Belt
7. Leg hook
8. Telescopic barTM
9. Hanger bar hook
10. Main switch
11. UP-button (on lift)
12. DOWN-button (on lift)
13. Emergency lowering button
14. Indicator lamp
15. Emergency stop
16. Connection remote control
17. Charger main power cable
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Intending use
The hoist is designed and tested for normal Indore conditions and have been classified as
an IP44 product.
The climatic conditions should be as follows, an ambient temperature from 0 °C to 50 °C,
relative humidity from 30 % to 80 % and air pressure from 790 hPa to 1060 hPa.
Product label
The product label contains information concerning the
equipment. The sign is placed on the cover beside the
rail roller.
1. Date of manufacture
2. Serial number
Singel™5100 Herkules is tested by an accredited
testing institute and comply with the requirements of
directives for medical-technical Class I products (MDD
93/42/EEC).
The lift is CE-marked and complies with the
requirements according to EN 10535, EN 60601-1
(Electrical safety) and EN 60601-1-2 (EMC).
Symbols on the unit
Type B product
Warning
The product has to be recycled as electric scrap and is not allowed to be
thrown in normal waste container.
User manual: Read and understand the manual before the product is used.
0 Turn off the product
Turn on the product
Manufacturer
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Operations
Emergency stop
In case of an emergency: press the RED
emergency STOP button (15)
To restore, simply turn the RED button.
Emergency lowering
In case of an emergency situation the
emergency lowering button (13) is to be
pressed, a signal will sound and the lift
will lower. Always ensure that the
emergency lowering is performed in a
way that is safe for the patient. The
emergency lowering only works when the
main switch (10) is switched to ON.
NOTE! The emergency lowering is only to be used in an emergency situation.
If turning the main switch (10) to OFF, the lift will sink slow and safe when loaded (manual
emergency lowering).
Safety catch
The lift is equipped with a safety catch. This device ensures that the lifted person does not
fall in the unlikely event of a single-fault condition of the lift.
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Connecting the lift to the rail
Place the lift on a suitable surface. Set the main switch (10) to ON, push the down button
(5, 11) and pull out a suitable length of the belt (6) and hook it on the distance strap from
above, see fig. A. The lift is ready to use.
Remote control functions
The remote control (3) has one UP-button (4) and one
DOWN-button (5). When the lift is loaded with less than
app. 40 kg/88 Ibs it can run in two speed modes. If the
buttons are pressed lightly, the speed is slow, and if the
buttons are pressed hard the speed is fast.
The operating force by using a push button is 4.4N.
If the lift is loaded with more than app. 40 kg/88 Ibs
it will only run in the slower mode.
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Charger
When the battery charge level is low, the indicator on the lift will flash a RED light. Put the
charger cable in the remote control (and the charging stats.
The lift can only be used with a Human Care recommended charger, article number
50880.
Charge regularly, preferably every night.
When using the lift, the charger must be disconnected.
The unit is charges regardless of the position of the main switch.
If the lift is equipped with an emergency Stop button, check that is not pushed
in during charging.
See separate manual for the charger.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp (14) has four behaviors and only
works when the main switch (13) is ON.
Flashing green - the lift is ON and ready to use
Consistent green - the lift is engaged or loaded
Flashing red - the lift need to be charged
Consistent red - the lift is blocked and shows an
error (see troubleshooting)
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Belt tension guard
The lift is equipped with a belt tension guard
that prevents unintentional discharging of the
belt. To be able to pull the belt out the lift must
be loaded. This means that when the lift is
lowered to a surface the belt must be pulled out
at the same time as the DOWN-button is
pressed. The purpose of this manoeuver is to
pull the belt out to be able to hook off/onto the
rail hook.
To use the lift
When you want to lift the patient you press the
UP-button (4, 11), and when you want to lower
press the DOWN-button (5, 12).
If the buttons does not work, check the emergency
stop and release if pushed in.
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Telescopic barTM
Set the Telescopic bar™ (8) in the prescribed
position.
Ensure that the hooks (9) are in the same
position on both sides. Place the patient in the
selected sling according to the sling
instructions and hang the sling in the hooks
(9, 7). Check that the sling is properly
anchored in the hooks (9, 7).
The hooks (9) have three adjustable positions.
To change position turn the hooks 1/4 turn at
the same time they are pulled out or in to a
suitable position. The hooks (9) will
automatically fall into place in their positions, it
is therefore necessary to repeat the 1/4 turn
when passing the middle position, see fig. B.
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Definitions
(A) is the overall height of the system
The distance from the ceiling down to the
Telescopic barTM (depending on rail solution)
A = 380-460 mm/15-18.1 in
(B)is the lifting interval
The difference between lifts highest and lowest
position (i.e., belt length). As accessory there are
distance straps to adjust the length of the belt.
B = 1450 mm/57.1 in
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Troubleshooting
Description
Indicator lamp
(14)
Action
Nothing happens when the
UP-(4, 11) or DOWN-button
is pressed.
Not lit
1) Check that the main switch
(10) is ON.
2) Batteries are totally
discharged. Charge the lift (1)
immediately
3) The emergency stop (15) is
pushed in. Release by turning
counter- or clockwise.
Nothing happens when the
UP- (4, 11) or DOWN-
button (5, 12) is pressed.
Flashing green.
Flashing red.
Check that the remote control
(3) is connected to the lift (1).
Nothing happens when the
UP- (4, 11) or DOWN-
button (5, 12) is pressed.
Consistent red
1) Charging in progress, interrupt
charging.
2) Lift motor is overheated, wait
for a while and try later.
3) Lift (1) is overloaded, lower
the lift using the emergency
lowering button (13).
Nothing happens when the
UP- button (4, 11)
Flashing green.
Flashing red
The lift is in its maximum upper
position, press the DOWN-
button (5, 12).
Nothing happens when the
DOWN-button (5, 12) is
pressed.
Flashing green.
Flashing red.
The lift is in its maximum lower
position, press the UP-button (4,
11).
Indicator lamp (14) turns
from green to flashing red.
Flashing red.
The batteries need to be charged,
but it is still possible to use the
lift a couple of times. The lift (1)
should be charged as soon as
possible.
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Inspection, care and maintenance
Care of the lift cassette
The cassette should be recharged every night.
When necessary the cassette can be cleansed with a damp cloth with dishwashing
liquid.
Do NOT use any strong detergents.
If disinfecting the product DuPontTM Virkon®is to be used.
Never flush the cassette with water or other liquids.
The main switch (10) should always be OFF.
Turn the main switch (10) if the lift will not be used in a few days. Otherwise, the
battery power runs out.
Annual inspection
The lift must be inspected at least once a year and be performed by Human Care
authorized personnel. Pay particular attention to parts that show wear. Installation, service
and maintenance are to be performed by Human Care authorized personnel using original
spare parts.
Daily inspections
Check all parts of the sling before use. Loose seams and other signs of wear
on lift belts, belts and fabric may not exist. Change the sling in that case.
Check the lift cassette for any sign of visible damage
Monthly inspections
Feed out the lift belt as far as possible to check for visible damage. If the
belt is damaged, contact Human Care.
Service agreements
Human Care invites you to sign a service agreement for regular maintenance and testing.
Transportation and storage
During transport, or when the lift is not to be used for some time, the main switch shall
be off or the emergency button pushed in, otherwise the battery will discharge.
The climatic conditions should be as follows, an ambient temperature from 0 °C to 50 °C,
relative humidity from 30 % to 80 % and air pressure from 790 hPa to 1060 hPa.
Expected lifetime
The lift is expected to function for 10 000 lifting cycles with maximum load or for 10 years
with correct service and maintenance intervals, whichever comes first.
If the lift is dismantled from the rail system and then used again, it shall be cleaned,
disinfected and undergo service.
Recycling
Rejected lifts can be returned to Human Care for recycling (NOTE! contains lead (acid)
batteries). For information concerning accessories and technical documentation we refer
to our homepage (www.humancare.se).

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Slings and accessories
If the maximum weight on any of the accessories such as sling, lift bar and
other accessories are NOT the same as the lift, the lower maximum weight of
those listed on each product shall always be used. Always check the label on
the lift and lifting accessories or contact Humane Care when uncertain.
Slings
Our sling assortment is wide and is depending on the patient’s needs. Please see our
webpage for latest updated version of our sling assortment.
50348 Scale
Patient scale that can be used together with all
Human Care lift products. Max load 320 kg/700 Ibs
20124 Distance strap
Several different lengths to adjust the belt connection
height to a comfortable height.
50268 four point suspension bar
Can be used together with all Human Care lifts
50700 Stretcher
This is the most lightweight and portable stretcher,
with 200 kg/440 lbs capacity, in the hospital- and
homecare market.
The Stretcher can be assembled by one person
without using any tools
50600 Portable Freestand Niklas
The Freestand is adjustable in both height- and width.
You can adjust the height up to 2450 mm / 97 in without
using any tools. This makes it the most portable
Freestand product in the hospital- and homecare market.
The Portable Freestand Niklas is used for lifting and
moving patients e.g. from a bed, wheelchair,
bath/shower and from the floor.
The Freestand can be assembled by one person and
without using any tools! Max capacity is 220 kg/480 lbs.
50436 Cart
Portability can be further enhanced with our new cart.
The cart is specially produced for our Roomer™
and Singel™ lifts, but is also suitable for previous
generations of Human Care lifts.

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