Joerns Healthcare Oxford Ascend Operator's manual

User Instruction Manual
Oxford®Ascend
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Manuel de l’utilisateur
Oxford®Ascend
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Oxford®Ascend
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Oxford®Ascend
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Contents
1. Oxford Ascend Patient Lift..................................................................................... 3
2. Introduction: About Your Lift.................................................................................. 4
3. Assembly and Commissioning Instructions........................................................... 5
4. Sling Guide............................................................................................................ 9
5. Lifting with the Oxford Ascend .............................................................................. 10
6. Safety Precautions ................................................................................................ 11
7. Smart Monitor and Handset .................................................................................. 13
8. Operating Instructions ........................................................................................... 17
9. Charging Instructions............................................................................................. 19
10. Maintenance Schedule & Daily Check List ........................................................... 21
11. Technical Specifications........................................................................................ 23
12. Warranty................................................................................................................ 26

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Electric Actuator
1. The Oxford Ascend Patient Lift
Spreader Bar
Attachment Hook
Spreader Bar
(Cow horns)
Mast Extrusion
Push
Handle
Battery/
Control Pack
Front Castor
(non-braked)
Adjustable Knee Pad
Removable Foot Plate
Rear Castor
(braked)

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2. Introduction: About Your Lift
Each Ascend lift is fully assembled, load tested and certified before being packed/shipped.
The packing consists of a strong, purpose built carton to ensure the safe arrival of the lift. A
number of documents are supplied in a wallet, and packed with each lift and should be kept
safely for future reference:
• TEST CERTIFICATE • DEALER GUARANTEE CARD (Europe only)
• USER MANUAL • CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CARD (Europe only)
• PACKING CHECK LIST
The TEST CERTIFICATE is an important document and will be required for your insurance
records. It is valid for six months and after it has expired the lift should be inspected and serviced
per the maintenance schedule.
Your authorised dealer can carry out servicing and periodic testing for those countries where this
is a requirement (Europe). Please ensure your lift is included in their maintenance schedule. If
you are at all unsure what your local market servicing requirements are, please check with your
dealer, a local government agency and/or Joerns Healthcare.
The CE mark:
Statement of Intended Use
The intended use of this lifting device is for the safe lifting and transfer of an individual from one
resting surface to another (such as a bed to a wheelchair). Joerns Healthcare recommends that
the transfer of a patient is fully risk assessed and conducted safely over a short distance only.
The Oxford Ascend is suitable for patients in the SITTING position only who have a degree
of weight-bearing ability but require assistance to stand. By removing the foot tray, the Oxford
Ascend patient lift can also be used as a walking aid following a careful risk assessment.
The Oxford Ascend is designed to support and promote safe patient handling and transfer for
both the patient and carer.
The Oxford Ascend stand aid is designed to be used in conjunction with the Oxford range of
slings. The examples of slings suitable for use with this device are listed as follows:
• Oxford Standing Sling
• Oxford Transport Sling
Expected Service Life
Oxford Professional lifts are designed and tested for a minimum service life of ten (10) years,
subject to the use and maintenance procedures stated in this manual. Use, other than in accordance
with these instructions, may compromise service life.
The Oxford Ascend carries the CE mark and complies with the following
EC directives:
• Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC)
• EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) (Electrics only)
• Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) (Electrics only)

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3. Assembly and Commissioning Instructions
Carton Contents
Place the carton in a clear working area and open carefully. The carton contains:
•OXFORD ASCEND LIFT
•WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
•HAND CONTROL
•BATTERY PACK
•CHARGING LEAD
•DESK TOP CHARGER/STAND
WARNING
The Oxford Ascend is heavy and will need to be lifted with care. You may need assistance
to lift the Oxford Ascend from the carton.
Assembly
Remove all the parts from the carton and place on the floor, taking care to protect the finish from
damage.

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1. Place the chassis in a clear space and apply the rear bakes. Attach the foot tray to the base
using the location holes positioned on the base casting.
2. Fit the mast and boom assembly into the chassis socket.
3. Tighten the mast assembly with the mast-locking device, which is located at the front of the
chassis.
WARNING
Avoid trapping fingers. Keep fingers away from the end of the mast when inserting into
the chassis socket. Full engagement of the mast is indicated by the label on the side of the
mast. The electric leg operation will not function unless the mast is fully engaged.

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4. Turn the locking knob until hand tight.
5. Line the handle assembly up to the mast, and attach using the fixings provided. The fixings
and wrench needed to attached the handle are kept in the user instruction wallet for safe keeping.
6. Fit power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully engaged.
“Click” in place.
Disassembly
The lift should not be disassembled unless for service, repair or transport if necessary. Therefore
follow the assembly instructions in reverse sequence.

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ALWAYS CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE OPERATION
• The mast is fully locked into position.
• The legs of the lift open and close satisfactorily (This is done via the hand control).
• The red emergency stop button, located on the rear of the control box, is in the OFF (out)
position.
• Push the up and down buttons on the hand control and confirm the boom rises and lowers.

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4. Sling Guide
The Oxford Ascend is suitable for patients in the SITTING position. The slings suitable for this
device are listed as follows:
• Oxford Transport
• Oxford Standing
User Guide For Standaid Slings
The Transport and Standing sling is an easy fit sling, suitable for standing and supporting. It is
not a general purpose sling and patients must be assessed for suitability by a qualified person.
Transport Sling
Feed the sling down the back of the patient leaving the top of the commode aperture at the base of
the spine. Check the roll part of the sling is square across the patient’s back.
Attach the support strap around the chest of the patient. This strap need not be tight. It is there to
hold the sling in position whilst attaching the loops to the Standaid. It may be left off altogether if
preferred. Ensure patient’s arms are on the outside of the sling.
Raise the patient’s leg and feed the leg strap under and up between the legs. Ensure the sling is
not twisted or creased under the thigh. Repeat this procedure for the other leg. Attach the loops
on the roll parts of the sling to the white hooks at the end of the hand grips.
Without crossing the loops on the leg straps, attach to left and right black knobs on the lifting
fork. You would normally use the middle of the three loops. The patient is now ready to be raised
from the seat. Once clear of the seat, the patient will be more comfortable if lowered back in to the
sitting position.
Attachment Loop Straps:
Shoulder
Attachment Loop Straps:
Legs
Chest Supports and Buckle
Leg Supports

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Standing Sling
Place the sling down behind patient’s back between base of shoulder blades and bottom of rib
cage. Attach the support straps around the front of the patient. This strap need not be tight. It is
there to hold the sling in position whilst attaching the sling to the Standaid. It may be left off
altogether if preferred. Ensure that the patient’s arms are outside the sling.
NOTE: For detailed fitting instructions, please refer to the user guide supplied with each
sling.
WARNING
Joerns Healthcare recommends that slings be checked regularly and particularly before
use for signs of fraying or damage. DO NOT use slings that are worn or damaged.
WARNING
OXFORD RECOMMENDS THE USE OF GENUINE OXFORD PARTS. Oxford sling and lift
products are designed to be compatible with one another. For country specic guidance
on sling use and compatibility, please refer to the sling label or contact your local market
distributor or Joerns Healthcare.
WARNING
Refer to maximum weight capacity of lift. Sling capacity is limited by the maximum
capacity of the lift.
5. Lifting with the Oxford Ascend
Position Standaid so that the patient’s feet fit in the foot tray and knees rest against the knee
pad. Initially attach the longer loops of the sling to the grey hooks at the end of the Standaid
hand grips. The patient’s hands should be placed on the handgrips. (Once the patient is used to
the lift the shorter loops may be used to achieve a more upright position). Then push UP button
on handcontrol to raise the patient to the standing position.
Attachment Loop Straps
Chest Support

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6. Safety Precautions
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of Oxford
patient lifts is simple and straightforward. Following these few basic safety precautions will make
lifting operations easy and trouble free.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR
“ASCEND”
WARNING
• ALWAYS plan your lifting operations before commencing.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the lift.
• ALWAYS familiarise yourself with the operating control and safety features of a lift before
lifting a patient.
• DO NOT use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the lift.
• ALWAYS check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the correct size
and capacity.
• NEVER use a sling which is frayed or damaged.
• ALWAYS fit the sling according to the instructions provided (user instructions).
• DO NOT exceed the safe working load.
• ALWAYS check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the patient.
• ALWAYS carry out lifting operations according to the instructions in the user manual.
• NEVER disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because it seems easier to oper-
ate the lift.
• DO NOT lift a patient with the castor brakes on. Always let the lift find the correct centre of
gravity.
• DO NOT attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or patient.
• ALWAYS manoeuvre the lift with the handle / foot push pad provided.
• ALWAYS lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers.
• DO NOT push a loaded lift at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace
(3 Km/hour 0.8 metres/second).

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• DO NOT push the lift over uneven or rough ground. Particularly if loaded.
• DO NOT attempt to push/pull a loaded lift over a floor obstruction.
• NEVER force an operating/safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not require
excessive force.
• The MINIMUM load required to manually lower the hoist using the mechanical emergency
down function is 30 kg.
• DO NOT park a loaded lift on ANY sloping surface.
• DO NOT use electric lifts in a shower.
• DO NOT charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room.
• DO NOT lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
• YOUR lift is for patient lifting. DO NOT use it, or allow it to be used, for any other purpose.
• DO NOT bump the lift down steps, loaded or unloaded.
• DO NOT attempt to negotiate a loaded lift on a slope which exceeds 1:12
(approximately 5 degrees).
• DO NOT attempt to negotiate a slope without a second helper being present.
• DO NOT use in a wet or corrosive environment such as poolside locations.

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7. Smart Monitor & Handset
Emergency Stop Button
Emergency Raise & Lower
Redundant Controls
LCD
Information
Screen
Handset
Connection
Socket
Actuator
Connection
Socket
Handset
Connection
Plug
Raise & Lower
Buttons
Handset
Actuator
Detachable Battery
Pack
Smart Monitor
Legs Open /
Close Buttons
Legs Open / Close
Redundant Controls

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Intended Use
The Oxford Smart Monitor is a control system for Oxford Hoists. The Smart Monitor stores useful
servicing information about the hoist that can be recalled when required. This servicing information
includes:
• Number of patient lift cycles
• Total work done by actuator
• Number of lift overloads (attempted lifts above the safe working load)
• Number of days since last service interval
The Oxford Smart Monitor contains a microprocessor inside making it possible to read out service
data via the on-board LCD screen.
Features
• Data collection in the control box with data display via LCD screen
• Work counter
• Intelligent cycle counter
• Service indicator
• Service interval indicator
• Overload information
• 3 step battery indicator
Benefits
• Improved safety for both patient and carer
• Accurate service data available at the touch of a button
• Optimised product life time
• Ease of maintenance for engineers and service technicians

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LCD Display Screen
The Oxford Smart Monitor has the option to read out information via the LCD display screen. It is
possible to read out total lifting cycles, total work done, overloads and number of days since last
service, which can be used to quickly and easily evaluate the condition of the lift actuator.
This information is accessed by a ½ second press on the ‘UP’ button on the User handset or
redundant ‘UP’ button on the Smart Monitor.
Service & Usage Information
When it is time for a service, the service symbol will appear on the
display. In addition, when the user handset is activated, the Smart
Monitor will give an audible signal giving notice to users that a service
is required.
The service symbol will be displayed each time the raise or lower keys
are depressed on the User handset. When the service symbol is displayed,
contact your authorised service provider immediately to arrange a service.
You may continue to use your lift for a short period of time until a service
has been carried out.
If the lift stops because of an overload (an attempt to lift more than the
safe working load) the overload symbol will appear on the LCD display
and the lift will cease to operate until the additional load (above the
SWL) has been removed.
WARNING
If the LCD display screen on your Smart Monitor has recorded
an overload, Joerns Healthcare recommend that ALL routine
daily checks are carried out on the lift prior to further use (for a
list of daily checks, please refer to your lift user manual). Joerns
Healthcare also recommend that you contact your authorised
Oxford service provider for additional guidance.
Total Lifting Cycles
Total Work Done (Amps * Seconds)
Number of Overloads
Number of Days (since last service) /
Number of Days (between services)

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On-Board Redundant Controls
On-board redundant controls enable the lift to be raised or lowered in
the event of an emergency.
If your lift incorporates powered leg positioning, there are redundant
controls to both open and close the legs.
Battery Information
The display showing full battery means that the battery is fully charged
and the lift is ready for use.
The display showing a half empty battery indicates that it is time to
charge the battery.
The empty battery symbol showing on the display indicates that the
battery has no capacity left and should be placed on charge immediately.
WARNING
To avoid possible permanent damage to the battery, the battery should be placed on
charge as soon as the display indicates the half empty battery symbol.

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8. Operating Instructions
1. Leg adjustment
The legs on the Oxford Ascend are electrically adjustable for width. The legs can be opened to
enable access around armchairs or wheelchairs. For transferring and negotiating narrow doorways
and passages the lift legs should be in the closed position.
Electric leg adjustment - is achieved by pressing the appropriate buttons on the handcontrol. The
legs will be locked whenever the handcontrol switch is released.
2. Castors and Braking
The lift has two braked castors which can be applied for parking. When lifting, the castors should
be left free and un-braked. The lift will then be able to move to the centre of gravity of the lift. If
the brakes are applied it is the patient that will swing to the centre of gravity and this may prove
disconcerting and uncomfortable.
3. Raising and lowering the boom
The movement of the boom is achieved by a powerful electric actuator, which is controlled by a
simple hand control unit. The handcontrol has two buttons with directional arrows UP and DOWN
áâ. The actuator stops automatically at the limit of travel in both directions. The handcontrol
plugs into a socket at the base of the control box.
4. Emergency Stop
The red Emergency Stop Button is located on the front of the control box and is activated by
pressing in. This will cut all power to the lift and only be reset by twisting the button anticlockwise
and releasing.
5. Redundant controls
All Oxford lifts are fitted with raise and lower buttons on the control box. These are located
underneath the emergency stop button and can be used to lower/raise the patient should the
hand control fail.
6. Mechanical Emergency Down
In the case of a complete electrical failure the electrical actuator is fitted with mechanical lowering
device (RED BOSS). This will only operate when the lift is under load. The device must be pulled
upwards to activate, and a slow decent will commence.
Note: The MINIMUM load required to manually lower the hoist using the mechanical emergency
down function is 30 kg.
7. Batteries
A LOW VOLTAGE ALARM protects the batteries from deep discharge. This will sound when the
batteries need recharging and the hand control is being operated. It will not sound independently
of the hand control being operated. DO NOT IGNORE THIS WARNING ALARM. Complete the
lifting operation and place the battery on charge (see charging instructions). The battery charge
level is displayed by the indicator on the control box.
CAUTION
The battery, charger, hand control, control box and actuator should not to be opened by
unauthorised personnel. (Contact your distributor for warranty and repairs).

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8. Slings
The Oxford Ascend is suitable for patients in the SITTING position. The slings suitable for this
device are listed as follows:
• Oxford Transport
• Oxford Standing
9. Knee Pad Adjustment
The Ascend has an adjustable kneepad. The range of travel is 6 inches. Adjustment is achieved
by loosening the knob located on the left hand side of the pad, so to loosen the assembly enough
to move the knee pad in either the upward, or downward position.
10. Removable Footplate
The Ascend has a removable footplate. To remove the foot plate, move to the front of the product,
and lift the footplate upward from the middle of the assemble. NOTE Be careful when lifting the
footplate from its low-seated position.

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9. Charging Instructions
When the power pack needs charging it is removed from the lift and fitted to an off board charging unit.
Joerns Healthcare recommend an additional battery pack is purchased, so that one pack can be
on charge at all times.
1. Remove the power pack from the lift. The pack is retained by a simple latch at the top of the
power pack. Lift the latch and the power pack will be released.
2. Fit the power pack to the charging unit. The location and latching of the power pack to the
charger is the same system as used on the lift.
3. Plug the charger mains plug into a suitable mains outlet and switch the mains supply ON.
4. Charging is automatic and will fully charge the batteries over a period of four (4) hours.
NOTE: Even if the charger is left plugged in for extended periods it will not allow the batteries
to overcharge.
a) Green Light - Indicates main power is on.
b) Yellow Light - Indicates battery is charging.
c) Battery will be fully charged when yellow light goes off.
NOTE: It is recommended that the battery be charged immediately upon receipt.
5. To return the lift to service, switch OFF the mains supply and remove the power pack from the
charger. Fit the power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully
engaged. “Click” in place. The charging of Oxford electric lifts is simple and straightforward,
but it is important to follow the charging instructions closely. Please pay particular attention to
the following points, they will help you avoid problems with discharged batteries.
WARNING
• The battery, charger, hand control & control box are NOT to be opened by
unauthorised personnel. (Contact your distributor for warranty and repairs).
• DO NOT touch battery/charger terminals.
• KEEP the batteries fully charged. Place the battery on charge whenever it is not in use.
If it is more convenient to do so, place on charge every night. The charger will not allow
the batteries to overcharge.
• NEVER run the batteries completely flat. As soon as the audible warning sounds,
complete the lifting operation in hand and place on charge.
• To avoid possible permanent damage to the battery, the battery should be placed on
charge as soon as the display indicates the half empty battery symbol.
• NEVER store the battery for long periods without regular charging throughout the storage
period.
• ALWAYS make sure the mains power to the charger is switched off before connecting or
disconnecting the battery pack.

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• NEVER leave the battery pack connected with the charger mains power switched off.
• DO NOT leave the charger switched on with the battery disconnected.
• DO NOT use the lift while charging is taking place.
• CHECK the lift is not charging before moving as the electrical connection may be damaged.
• NEVER disconnect the charger plug by pulling on the cable.
• BE CAREFUL not to trip over the charge lead.
• DO NOT charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room.