Joerns Oxford Mermaid Operator's manual

User Instruction Manual
Oxford®Mermaid & Ranger
To avoid injury, read user manual prior to use. For alternative
languages, contact your authorised service provider.

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Contents
1. Statement of Intended Use..............................................................................3
2. About Your Lift ................................................................................................. 4
3. Side and End Fit Illustrations...........................................................................5
4. Assembly and Installation Instructions.............................................................6
5. Oxford Mermaid Electric Illustration.................................................................8
6. Fitting Dimensions ...........................................................................................9
7. Assembly and Installation Instructions...........................................................10
8. Installation of the Base Plate ......................................................................... 11
9. Wooden Floor Installation Kit.........................................................................12
10. Testing of Installation.....................................................................................13
11. Operating Instructions....................................................................................15
12. Safety Precautions.........................................................................................16
13. Taking Care of Your Mermaid .......................................................................17
14. Charging Instructions (Electric Variants) .......................................................20
15. Daily Check List .............................................................................................22
16. Maintenance Schedule ..................................................................................23
17. Technical Specifications ................................................................................25
18. Warranty ........................................................................................................28

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1. Statement of Intended Use
The Mermaid product is intended to be used for both single and multiple patient use.
The term “Single Patient Use” refers to items that are used by an individual patient only
throughout the course of their program of treatment. They should only be re-used according to
the recommendations outlined in the user manual and must be kept in a clean condition, stored
appropriately and only re-used by the same patient.
The term “Multiple Patient Use” refers to items that are used by multiple patients throughout
the course of their program of treatment. They should only be re-used with a di󰀨erent patient
after being cleaned according to the recommendations outlined in the user manual and must be
kept in a clean condition and stored appropriately.
In all cases it is required that a clinical risk assessment has been carried out to verify that
the patient has su󰀩cient upper body strength to enable him/her to maintain a steady position
whilst in the chair. Also verifying that the patient has su󰀩cient mental capacity to adhere to the
caregivers instructions.
The assessment should be carried out by a qualied nurse or therapist before lifting patients
with the Mermaid hoist.
A lap strap is tted to the seat of the Mermaid Hoist to enable it to be used when required by the
clinical risk assessment.
PLEASE NOTE:
1. If there is a risk of cross infection when using a lap strap on a Mermaid hoist, the hoist
should only be used for Single Patient Use.
2. If a Mermaid hoist and lap strap is used for Multiple Patient Use, and a risk of cross infection
has been identied, a di󰀨erent lap strap should be used for each patient.
For details on how to remove or replace the lap strap, please refer to the tting instructions
supplied with each lap strap.
WARNING
Oxford patient lifts should only be operated by fully trained/competent care givers.
Minimum Expected Life
Oxford Mermaid and Ranger products are designed and tested for a minimum service life of
seven (7) years, subject to the use and maintenance procedures in this manual. Use other than
in accordance with these instructions may compromise service life.
Serious Incident Reporting
In the event of a serious incident taking place during use of this product, affecting the patient
and/or care-giver, it must be reported to the product manufacturer or authorised distributor.
Should the incident take place within the European Union (EU), it must also be reported to the
local competent authority within the member state.

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2. About Your Li
Each lift is fully assembled, load tested and certied before being partially dismantled for packing.
The installation of the lift cannot be factory tested so it is important to carry out the installation
according to the guidelines provided in this manual. The packing consists of a strong, purpose
built carton and is used for both export and domestic markets to ensure the safe arrival of the lift.
A number of documents are supplied in a wallet packed with each lift and should be kept safely
for future reference:
• Test Certificate
• User Manual
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 for the following six month period. Servicing and periodic testing can be carried out by
your supplier. Please ensure your lift is included in their maintenance schedule.
The Oxford Mermaid & Oxford Ranger are suitable for Category C - Bath within the working
parameters of the lifts specied in the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.
The Oxford Mermaid & Oxford Ranger are suitable for patients in the SITTING position.
The CE mark: The Oxford Mermaid & Oxford Ranger carry the CE mark and comply
with the following EC directives:
• Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC)
• Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)

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1. Left hand side t
2. Right hand side t
3. End t
3. Side and End Fit Illustrations

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4. Assembly and Installation Instructions
Models:• Oxford Mermaid
• Oxford Ranger
• Oxford Electric Mermaid
• Oxford Electric Ranger
Oxford bath lifts are supplied with a universal base plate. Concrete oors and wooden oors
require di󰀨erent xing kits. The lifts are packed with xing kits to suit both wooden and
concrete oors.
Mermaid and Ranger lifts can be tted in two positions relative to the bath. The most common
is the side t, where the mast is tted at the side of the bath, and the end t, where the mast
is tted on the centre line of the bath at one end (see illustration on page 5). The end t option
requires a di󰀨erent arm arrangement and must be specied at the time of ordering.
PACKING: The Mermaid and the Ranger lifts are supplied in two cartons.
Oxford Mermaid 1st carton:
• MAIN MAST ASSEMBLY (15kgs)
• UNIVERSAL BASE PLATE (5kgs)
• CONCRETE / WOOD FLOOR FIXING KIT
• SEAT SUPPORT ARM (2.3kgs)
• FOLD UP SAFETY ARMS (2) (2kgs)
• WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
Oxford Mermaid 2nd carton:
• SEAT ASSEMBLY (4.5kgs)
• LAP STRAP (0.2kgs)
Oxford Ranger 1st carton:
• MAIN MAST ASSEMBLY (15kgs)
• UNIVERSAL BASE PLATE (5kgs)
• CONCRETE / WOOD FLOOR FIXING KIT
• SEAT SUPPORT ARM (3kgs)
• WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
• LAP STRAP (0.2kgs)
Oxford Ranger 2nd carton:
• RANGER SEAT ASSEMBLY (6kgs)
• SAFETY ARMS (2) (2kgs)
• TRANSPORTER CHASSIS (9.4kgs)
• LAP STRAP (0.2kgs)

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Oxford Mermaid Electric 1st carton:
• MAIN MAST ASSEMBLY (15kgs)
• UNIVERSAL BASE PLATE (5kgs)
• HAND CONTROL
• POWER PACK
• CHARGER
• CONCRETE / WOOD FLOOR FIXING KIT
• SEAT SUPPORT ARM (2.3kgs)
• FOLD UP SAFETY ARMS (2) (2kgs)
• WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
Oxford Mermaid Electric 2nd carton:
• SEAT ASSEMBLY (4.5kgs)
Oxford Ranger Electric 1st carton:
• MAIN MAST ASSEMBLY (15kgs)
• UNIVERSAL BASE PLATE (5kgs)
• HAND CONTROL
• POWER PACK
• CHARGER
• CONCRETE / WOOD FLOOR FIXING KIT
• SEAT SUPPORT ARM (3kgs)
• WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
Oxford Ranger Electric 2nd carton:
• RANGER SEAT ASSEMBLY (6kgs)
• SAFETY ARMS (2) (2kgs)
• TRANSPORTER CHASSIS (9.4kgs)
Check the contents of the cartons carefully. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your
supplier immediately.

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5. Oxford Mermaid Electric Illustration

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End Fitting:
Mermaid Commode Ranger
A = 865mm 815mm 890mm
Mermaid Commode Ranger
B = 850mm 810mm 810mm
C = 430mm 430mm 430mm
Universal Base Plate Principle Dimensions:
6. Fitting Dimensions
Side Fitting:

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7. Assembly and Installation Instructions
WARNING
It is recommended before commencing installation that an architect/structural engineer
is consulted to verify the structural integrity and suitability of the oor.
CAUTION
It is recommended the installation is performed by a Joerns Healthcare approved dealer
or competent person.
1. Remove all the parts from the carton and place on the floor, taking care to protect the
finish from damage.
SAFETY NOTE: Some of the parts are heavy and will need to be lifted with care. You may
need assistance with the heavier assemblies.
2. Before commencing assembly establish the seat position required. The drawing on page 5
will help clarify whether a left, right or end fit arm is required.
3. Having established the position of the seat, assemble the Mermaid seat and safety arms
to the chair support arm. These components are fixed together with two stainless steel
nuts and bolts.
Mast Positioning:
Baths vary greatly in shape and size. It is very important to establish the exact position of the
mast in relation to the particular bath.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The lift seat may damage the sides or back of the bath if it is
incorrectly tted.
1. Place the base plate on the floor in the approximate final position. Locate the mast onto
the four base plate fixing studs. Lightly tighten down the nuts onto the studs.
2. Connect the seat and arm to the Mermaid column. Secure the seat arm with the safety
screw. The whole unit will require supporting during this operation.
3. Position the seat in the bath cavity and move the whole assembly until the seat is in the
optimum position. This is with the seat on the centre line of the bath with clearance both
sides and as far back as the design of the bath will allow. Make sure there is clearance
under the seat and make allowance for some downward movement when the seat is
loaded. This will avoid damage to the surface of the bath.
4. With the lift in the optimum location, mark the position of the base plate fixing holes.
Check the area for hidden services. Remove the base plate from the column, this
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8. Installation of the Base Plate
Concrete Floors:
Establish with your architect the structural integrity of the concrete oor, bearing in mind the
stresses imposed by the Mermaid. In brief, a sound oor of at least 120 - 150mm thickness of
good concrete is ideal. An element of screed is acceptable, as long as the expanding section
of the xing bolts are in sound concrete.
Drill three 16mm diameter x 125mm deep holes in the positions marked out from the base
plate. Locate the base plate over the holes and insert the expanding bolts.
NOTE: The expanding bolts which are supplied with the lift are designed to be tted fully
assembled, DO NOT take them apart. Tighten the bolts fully with the Allen key supplied.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Not all concrete oors are constructed in a manner which allows for this
type of xing. Floors which are constructed from precast beams with block inll do present a
problem which cannot be overcome easily. If your oor is of this construction, or you suspect it
may be, consult an architect/structural engineer for guidance.
Wooden Floors:
Establish with your architect the structural integrity of the wooden oor, bearing in mind the
loading and stresses imposed by the lift. There are many forms of wooden oor construction.
The following information should be regarded only as guidelines for your installer, whose
knowledge and skill will be an important factor in the secure and safe installation of the lift.
Not all wooden oors are constructed in such a way to allow for lift mounting without extensive
strengthening. If in any doubt consult an architect/structural engineer.
For the most common oorboard construction, an underoor bracing kit is supplied as a
standard pack. It may not suit all applications. See the illustration on the following page.
If the location of one or more of the base plate xing holes coincide with a joist, then a heavy
wood screw or coach bolt can be used in conjunction with the bracing kit.
Additional holes in the base plate allow for extra location points on wood oors.
Floorboards in the immediate area of the base plate should be secured to the joists with heavy
wood screws.
It is important that xing should be carried out on sound and suitable oors only.
Chipboard and similar lightweight oors will need to be reinforced locally. The advice of
an architect/structural engineer should be sought to establish the amount of reinforcing
necessary.
Joists can be reinforced by xing strengthening sections alongside and between existing
joists.
Floors can be strengthened by additional local xing to the existing joists and/or by using a
heavy marine plywood inset.
If in doubt, seek professional advice.

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9. Wooden Floor Installation Kit
Two steel bars are provided for the safe installation of the bath lift to wooden oors. The bars
should be used as follows:
All three holes in the base plate should be used, with one bar spanning either ‘A’ or ‘B’ and the
other bar bolted through the third hole. Three countersunk steel screws are supplied for this
purpose. Ideally each bar should span as many oorboards as possible (usually three). Whether
a bar will span either ‘A’ or ‘B’ will be decided according to the direction and position of the joists
in the area chosen for sitting the Bath Lift.
Access is normally achieved by removing a section of oorboard adjacent to the xing area
large enough to allow the insertion and positioning of the bars. All oorboards taking any
part of the load should be securely fastened down to the joists with 4” (100mm) countersunk
wood screws. The nal installation should be tested according to the manufacturers
recommendations.
MERMAID BASE PLATE STEEL BAR
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10. Testing of Installation
With the base plate rmly installed, place the mast back onto the base plate studs and fully
tighten down the four nuts.
IMPORTANT: It is strongly recommended the installation of the base plate is load tested before
the Mermaid is put into use.
Following the recommendation in BS 10535, the installed lift should be load tested to 125% of
the safe working load. In the case of the Mermaid and Ranger the test load is 157 kgs. This load
is applied to the centre of the seat.
DO NOT ignore this test. If in doubt contact your supplier.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please take into consideration the turning radius required for clearance of the patients knees
from radiators, walls or other obstructions. A minimum radius of 1 metre from the centre of the
mast is recommended.
Setting Up:
The Mermaid and Ranger models have a setting up procedure which must be followed to
ensure the lift operates safely and causes no damage to the bath or tments.
Seat Locking System:
The seat locking system engages at four, 90 degree positions and is operated by a locking lever
situated on the main mast. With the lever fully UP, the seat is unlocked and free to rotate 360
degrees. When the locking lever is fully DOWN, the seat will lock in one of the four positions.
If the lever is pushed down at an intermediate position it will automatically engage when it
encounters the next locking position.
DO NOT use this automatic engagement to stop the swing of a loaded seat. If the latch is used
repeatedly to stop a moving loaded seat, the latch will be damaged and replacement required.
Setting the Four Positions Relative to the Bath:
Check the position of the seat in relation to the bath. If the seat is not central in the bath cavity
it’s position can be adjusted as follows.
Slacken the seat support clamp by loosening the Allen headed screw on the side of the clamp.
This will allow the clamp, seat and seat arm to rotate. Engage the seat locking and swing the
seat until it is in line with the centre line of the bath. Lightly tighten the Allen headed screw.
Release the seat lock and rotate the seat through 90 degrees. This will place the seat in the
normal position at the side of the bath. If this is the only adjustment required FULLY tighten the
Allen headed screw. If height adjustment is required, leave the Allen screw lightly tightened and
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Height Adjustment of the Seat:
The seat height must be carefully set to avoid damage to the bottom of the bath in normal use.
With the seat aligned with the centre line of the bath, slacken the seat clamp again.
Take care not to allow the seat to rotate out of alignment, slide the clamp up to its maximum
position and lightly re-tighten. Using the hand control, wind the seat to its lowest position (until
the bottom stop is encountered). Slacken the clamp again and carefully slide it down the mast
until the bottom of the seat is 3 - 5cms from the bottom of the bath. Lightly tighten the clamp and
recheck the alignment of the seat in the bath. FULLY tighten the clamp Allen screw. The Allen
screw is high tensile and must be fully tightened to e󰀨ect a positive lock.
If the seat hits the bath before the end stop is encountered, additional steps must be taken to
avoid damage to the bath. The Mermaid and Ranger have been designed to be compatible
with a wide range of bath designs but the installer may encounter baths which do not conform
to “normal” design. If the seat “bottoms out” before the end stop on the lift is encountered, this
indicates the bath is elevated higher than normal. Firstly, check the seat is wound up to the
highest position and clears the top edge of the bath.
Remember, a loaded lift will be lower than an unloaded one, so make sure there is su󰀩cient
clearance. If the seat satisfactorily clears the top edge of the bath then a stop collar (available
optionally) can be used to set the lowest position. If the seat does not clear the top edge of the
bath then the lift must be tted with spacers (available optionally) at the bottom of the mast. The
spacers are 75mm in height and a maximum of 2 can be used, giving a maximum additional
height of 150mm.
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11. Operating Instructions
WARNING
Oxford patient lifts should only be operated by fully trained/competent care givers.
Mermaid Model:
The Mermaid range of bath lifts are designed to be simple and safe to use. Carefully follow
these simple instructions to ensure trouble free operation.
Raising and Lowering:
The patient seat is raised or lowered on the manual versions of the bath lifts by use of the
winding handle on the top of the lifting column, anticlockwise for lift and clockwise for lower.
The limit of travel is governed by positive stops built into the mechanism.
It will be very obvious to anyone operating the lift when these stops are encountered.
NOTE: Do not attempt to force the winding handle past the stops as this will damage the
mechanism and will lead to expensive repairs.
Electric Mermaid:
The patient seat is raised or lowered on the electric versions of the bath lifts by the hand
control which is plugged into the control unit at the top of the main column. Pressing the
buttons marked with directional arrows will RAISE or LOWER the seat. The limit of travel is
governed by positive electronic stops built into the circuitry.
NOTE: Repeated activation of the hand control buttons once the end stops are encountered
will damage the control circuitry and shorten working life.
Rotating the Seat Support Arm:
To rotate the seat support arm, fully lift the locking lever. With the lever fully UP, the seat
support arm is unlocked and free to rotate 360 degrees. When the locking lever is fully
DOWN, the seat support arm will lock in one of four positions. If the lever is pushed down
at an intermediate position it will automatically engage when it encounters the next locking
position. Do not rely on the positional lock to halt the patient’s swing as this can cause high
loading on the latch and may eventually lead to failure.
Ranger Model:
The Ranger di󰀨ers from the Mermaid and requires some additional instructions.
The Ranger chair is made in two assemblies, a wheeled base and a seat with armrests. The two
assemblies of the complete chair are connected with a simple latch located at the rear of the
seat. The chair is attached to the bath lift as follows:
1. The chair support arm of the lift has a hook and latch device similar to the one connecting
the seat to the wheeled base. The support arm hook must be engaged with the cross
bar at the top of the seat. The latch will engage automatically and prevent accidental
disengagement.
2. The seat can now be lifted off the wheeled base by operating the seat latch, which holds
the seat to the wheeled base, and raising the support arm of the lift with the hand control
or winding handle. The seat will be elevated with the support arm and the wheeled base
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3. To reconnect the seat to the base, lower the seat with the hand control or winding handle back
onto the wheeled base with the lower safety latch in approximately the right position. The seat
will lock automatically as it is lowered. When the seat latch on the base is engaged, disengage
the latch on the chair support arm and continue to lower. The support arm will drop away from
the seat and can be swung away to one side. Check full engagement of the seat latch. The
patient can now be transported to another location.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When the seat is fully secured to the transporter, it is important to ensure the
upper safety latch is completely disengaged. Damage to the rear castors will occur if the bath lift
continues to be lowered with this latch engaged or partially engaged.
The safety locking system has been designed to be very visible and very obvious in operation -
double check the latches have engaged or disengaged correctly.
NOTE: Joerns Healthcare Ltd recommend a few “dry runs” without the patient in place, to familiarise
users with the operation of the transporter chair and bath lift.
Emergency Raise: (Electric Variants Only)
This facility will raise the seat should the lift fail to rise with the hand control. It is for emergency use
only and should not be used for routine raising. The switch is located on the power unit cover.
12. Safety Precautions
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of the 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
“MERMAID & RANGER” PRODUCTS
WARNING: Important safety information for hazards that might cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Information for preventing damage to the product.
NOTE: Information to which you should pay special attention.
WARNING
• Oxford patient lifts should only be operated by fully trained/competent care givers.
• It is required to conduct a thorough risk assessment to determine the suitability of this product for
each patient prior to use. Failure to do this may result in injury to the patient and/or care-giver.
• ALWAYS plan your lifting operation before commencing.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the lift.
• ALWAYS familiarise yourself with the operating controls and safety features of a lift before lifting a patient.
• 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 operate the lift.
• NEVER force an operating or safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not require
excessive force to operate. If a control is not working easily there will be a reason. Forcing will
only strain or damage the lift and may compromise safety.
• DO NOT charge an electric hoist 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.

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13. Taking Care of Your Mermaid
Oxford recommends that your Mermaid bath hoist and associated accessories are cleaned
thoroughly and regularly.
When the hoist and/or accessories require cleaning, or if there is a suspicion of contamination,
please follow the cleaning and/or disinfection procedures outlined below.
Any cleaning should be carried out prior to re-using the product. This is especially important
when using the same hoist and/or accessories with more than one patient, as there may be a
risk of cross infection.
When cleaning and disinfecting the Mermaid hoist, it is recommended that you wipe down
all surfaces with a damp cloth using warm water and disinfectant. A GPD (general purpose
detergent or detergent wipe) should be used.
WARNING
Do not use harsh chemical cleaners or abrasives as these may damage the surface
nish of the lift. Avoid wetting any of the electrical parts.
Always read the instructions on the disinfectant/cleaner container before use.
Always wear protective gloves, clothing and eye protection when using disinfectant.
Do not over wet areas of the product which could cause problems with internal
corrosion.
Do not use petroleum based solvents or similar, since this may cause damage to the
plastic parts.
For disinfection of contaminated hoists, it is recommended that you wipe down the product
completely with hard surface disinfectant wipes impregnated with a 70% v/v solution of
Isopropyl Alcohol.
Always follow health and safety guidelines when using and handling any cleaning
materials and disinfectants. These are normally detailed on the container.
Cleaning of the Mermaid Standard, Ranger and Commode Seats:
By following the instructions detailed above, it will provide an e󰀨ective method of cleaning
and/or disinfecting for the exposed surface areas on the hoist. For internal surfaces and
hard-to-clean crevice sections, Oxford recommends that the seat and frame is immersed in a
disinfectant/cleaning solution and cleaned in the following manner:
Mix a suitable quantity of solution in the bath tub, following the instructions on the disinfectant
/cleaner container.
If a lap strap is tted, this can be removed and cleaned separately to aid cleaning of the seat
frame. Refer to the lap strap tting and removal instructions. Cleaning instructions for the lap
strap are detailed later in this section.
NOTE: A mild scrubbing action is required as well as the disinfectant/cleaner to sanitise any
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Lower the seat frame into the bath and then clean both the seat and frame. When cleaning
the Ranger and Commode seat, it is necessary to lift the seat section, as shown in Photo CL1.
Do not clip the seat back into position until the seat frame is removed from the bath and the
cleaning process has been completed.
The inside of the support tubes (See photo CL2) can be cleaned using an appropriate long
handled, sti󰀨 bristled ‘bottle type’ brush.
Pay particular attention to any recesses in the framework and seat.
Raise the seat frame clear of the disinfectant solution and clean thoroughly underneath.
WARNING
Care is needed when draining out disinfectant solution from the support tubes as the
seat frame is being raised.
After cleaning, the disinfectant solution can be drained from the bath and the hoist should then
be rinsed with clean water. Finally, thoroughly dry the product with a disposable cloth.
For the Ranger and Commode seat, make sure that the seat is correctly clipped back into
position and securely tted to the frame.
WARNING
Thoroughly clean the brush in a fresh solution of disinfectant/cleaner. Rinse well with
clean water. Dry the brush and store ready for the next cleaning operation.
PLEASE NOTE: As methods and good practises evolve over time, the instructions detailed
above may di󰀨er from your own recommended guidelines. If in doubt, please contact your
local authorised Oxford dealer or Joerns Healthcare directly.
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Cleaning the Lap Strap:
The lap strap can be easily cleaned, rinsed and re-applied to the seat.
Follow all precautions and warnings highlighted in the earlier sections of this manual.
The lap strap material can be cleaned using hard surface disinfectant wipes that are supplied
impregnated with a 70% v/v solution of Isopropyl Alcohol. Thoroughly wipe clean the lap strap.
The buckle can be cleaned either using a disinfectant spray or by immersing it in a suitable quantity of
disinfectant solution, in a suitable container. The buckle can then be rinsed with clean water.
Dry both the buckle and strap with a disposable cloth.
Ret the lap strap to the product, referring to the tting instructions.

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14. Charging Instructions (Electric Variants)
The batteries are located in the power pack and are charged through a socket which also
serves as the power supply socket for the lift. The socket is labelled POWER/CHARGING
POINT. The battery pack on the Oxford Mermaid can be removed from the lift and charged
independently. An additional battery pack can be supplied, if required, so that one pack can be
on charge at all times.
1. Remove the power supply plug from the POWER/CHARGING POINT socket. The plug is
removed with a straight pull. DO NOT twist the plug in the socket. The battery pack can now
be removed from the lift for charging elsewhere. To remove the battery pack simply pull the
battery pack up by the handle on top of the pack and disengage the pack from the locating
pins on the mast. Reverse the process for reconnection.
2. Connect the battery charger plug to the POWER/CHARGING POINT socket. The plug is
indexed and can be fitted only one way. Make sure the red locking ring on the charging plug
is in the unlocked position (Moulded pointer on the locking ring pointing to the “Unlocked
position”). Connection is achieved with a straight push and then the locking ring can be
twisted to “Lock” position.
3. Plug the charger mains plug into a suitable mains outlet and switch the mains supply ON.
4. Charging is fully automatic. The status of the charging is indicated by two LED indicators
(see table below). Note: Even if the charger is left plugged in for extended periods it will not
allow the batteries to “overcharge”.
5. To return the lift to service, switch OFF the mains supply, twist the locking ring on the
charger plug to “Unlocked” and disengage from the POWER/CHARGING POINT with a
straight pull. DO NOT pull on the cable to disengage the plug. The power supply plug can
be reconnected with a straight push. DO NOT twist the plug in the socket. The lift is now
ready for use.
Charger Status LED Indicators
Bulk charger mode Yellow - static ON
Battery charged Green - static ON
Battery reversal detected Yellow - ashing
High temperature detected Yellow + Green ashing simultaneously
Short circuit Yellow + Green ashing alternately
Open circuit Yellow + Green static simultaneously