Joerns Hoyer Elevate Operator's manual

User Instruction Manual
Hoyer®Elevate
To avoid injury, read user manual prior to use.
Manuel de l’utilisateur
Hoyer®Elevate
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attentivement la notice avant utilisation.
Manual de Instrucciones
Hoyer®Elevate
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previamente el manual de usuario.

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Contents
1. Hoyer Elevate Patient Lift...................................................................................... 3
2. Introduction: About Your Lift.................................................................................. 4
3. Assembly and Commissioning Instructions........................................................... 5
4. Sling Guide............................................................................................................ 9
5. Lifting with the Hoyer Elevate................................................................................ 11
6. Safety Precautions ................................................................................................ 12
7. Standard Control Box & Handset.......................................................................... 14
8. Smart Monitor and Handset .................................................................................. 15
9. Operating Instructions ........................................................................................... 19
10. Charging Instructions............................................................................................. 21
11. Digital Weigh Scale ............................................................................................... 22
12. Maintenance Schedule & Daily Check List ........................................................... 25
13. Technical Specifications........................................................................................ 27
14. Warranty................................................................................................................ 30

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1. The Hoyer Elevate Patient Lift
Removable
Foot Plate
Electric Actuator
Adjustable Knee Pad
Sling Attachment
Points
Spreader Bar
(Cow-horns)
Mast Extrusion
Rear Castor
(braked)
Push
Handle
Battery/
Control Pack
Front Castor
(non-braked)
Digital Weigh
Scale
Handgrips
Straight Line
Steering Device
Foot Push Pad

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2. Introduction: About Your Lift
Each Elevate 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 • 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
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.
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 Hoyer Elevate 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 Hoyer
Elevate patient lift can also be used as a walking aid following a careful risk assessment.
The Hoyer Elevate is designed to support and promote safe patient handling and transfer for
both the patient and carer. As an option, it incorporates a fully calibrated digital weigh-scale for
patient weight monitoring.
The Hoyer Elevate stand aid is designed to be used in conjunction with the Hoyer range of
slings. The examples of slings suitable for use with this device are listed as follows:
• Hoyer Standing Sling
• Hoyer Transport Sling
Expected Service Life
Hoyer 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.

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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:
•HOYER ELEVATE LIFT
•WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
•HAND CONTROL
•BATTERY PACK
WARNING
The Hoyer Elevate is heavy and will need to be lifted with care. You may need assistance
to lift the Hoyer Elevate from the carton.
Assembly
Remove the Elevate from the carton and place on the floor.
•CHARGING CORD
•DESK TOP CHARGER/STAND
•SPIRIT LEVELLING DEVICE

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1. Tighten the mast assembly with the mast-locking device, which is located at the front of the chassis.
2. Turn the locking knob until hand tight.
3. Line the handle assembly up to the mast, and attach using the fasteners provided (these can be
found in the mast). The wrench needed to attach the handle is kept in the user instruction
wallet for safe keeping.
CAUTION: Ensure that the handle is secure and in place prior to using lift.
4. Fit power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully engaged.
“Click” in place.

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5. Fit the hand control to the lift as shown. Once complete, check the hand control is
functioning correctly by referring to page 8.
6. A self adhesive spirit levelling device is supplied as a reference tool for use when
maximum weighing accuracy is required. For maximum accuracy when weighing,
centre the spirit level prior to weighing the patient.
Disassembly
The lift should not be disassembled unless for service, repair or transport if necessary.
Therefore follow the assembly instructions in reverse sequence.
Spirit levelling
device

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Always check the following before operation
• The mast is fully locked into position.
• The red emergency stop button, located on the rear of the control box, is in the OFF (out)
position.
• The legs of the lift open and close satisfactorily (This is done via the hand control).
• 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 Hoyer Elevate is suitable for patients in the SITTING position. The slings suitable for this
device are listed as follows:
• Hoyer Transport sling
• Hoyer Standing sling
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
HOYER RECOMMENDS THE USE OF GENUINE HOYER PARTS. Hoyer slings and lifters
are not designed to be interchangeable with other manufacturer’s products. Using other
manufacturer’s products on Hoyer products is potentially unsafe and could result in
serious injury to patient and/or caregiver.
WARNING
Refer to maximum weight capacity of lift. Sling capacity is limited by the maximum
capacity of the lift.
Attachment Loop Straps
Chest Support

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5. Lifting with the Hoyer Elevate
Position the Elevate so that the patient’s feet fit in the foot tray and knees rest against the knee
pad. Attach the loops of the sling to the hooks at the end of the Elevate hand grips. The patient’s
hands should be placed on the handgrips (see Fig. A or C). Then push the UP button on the
hand control to raise the patient to the standing position (see Fig. B or D).
Note: For lifts sold outside of the US, dedicated hand grips are not incorporated. Patients are
therefore encouraged to use the cow-horn if additional support is required.
Standing Sling
Transport Sling
WARNING
If using the Hoyer Elevate for gait training, the foot tray should be removed and a
thorough risk assessment carried out to ascertain suitability prior to lifting.
Fig. A Fig. B
Fig. C Fig. D

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6. Safety Precautions
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of Hoyer
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 THE
HOYER ELEVATE LIFT
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
• DO NOT lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST located towards the end of the manual
before using the lift.
• DO NOT exceed the safe working load of the lift.
• ALWAYS plan your lifting operations before commencing.
• ALWAYS familiarize 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).
• 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.
• ALWAYS lock the wheels when lifting from the floor.
• DO NOT attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or patient.
• ALWAYS manoeuvre the lift with the handle provided. A foot push pad is also
provided.
• DO NOT push a loaded lift at speeds, which exceed a slow walking pace (2.6 ft/sec).
• 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.

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• NEVER force an operating/safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not
require excessive force.
• DO NOT park a loaded lift on ANY sloping surface.
• DO NOT use electric lifts in a shower.
• DO NOT use or store a lift in a wet or corrosive environment such as shower, bath or
pool locations.
• DO NOT charge batteries in a bathroom or shower room.
• DO NOT place or store batteries under direct sunlight or near a heat source.
• 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 a loaded lift on thick pile carpet.
• NEVER operate the lift with loose or missing parts or fasteners.
• INSPECT all precautionary labels on the lift. Order and replace all labels that cannot
be easily read.

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7. Standard Control Box & 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
Legs Open /
Close Buttons

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8. 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 Hoyer Smart Monitor is a control system for Hoyer lifts. The Smart Monitor stores useful
servicing information about the lift 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 Hoyer 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 Hoyer 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 dis-
play. In addition, when the user handset is activated, the Smart Monitor
will give an audible signal giving notice to users that a PM check is
recommended (see recommended maintenance schedule later in this
manual).
The service symbol will be displayed each time the raise or lower keys
are depressed on the user handset.
To reset the service interval to one year, depress the leg open and leg
close keys simultaneously for five seconds.
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. Lower the boom and remove excess weight.
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
Hoyer 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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9. Operating Instructions
1. Leg adjustment
The legs on the Hoyer Elevate are electrically adjustable for width. The legs can be opened to
enable access around armchairs or wheelchairs. For transferring and negotiating narrow door-
ways 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 & Lowering The Boom
A powerful electric actuator that is controlled by a simple hand control unit achieves the
movement of the boom. The hand control has two buttons with directional arrows UP and DOWN
áâ. The actuator stops automatically at its limit of travel in both directions. The hand control
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 anti-clock-
wise and releasing.
5. Redundant controls
All Hoyer 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. This is an emergency device and not intended for repetitive use.
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 Hoyer Elevate is suitable for patients in the SITTING, position. The slings suitable for this
device are listed as follows:
• Hoyer Transport sling
• Hoyer Standing sling
9. Knee pad adjustment
The Elevate has an adjustable kneepad. It is recommended for safety reasons that adjustment is
carried out by holding the top of the adjustment handle. The range of travel is approx 7 inches.
Adjustment is achieved by following two easy steps. STEP 1 pull handle towards you, STEP 2
either push handle downwards or pull handle upwards to select the kneepad position. Once the
ideal position is found release handle and the kneepad will automatically lock into position.
10. Removable footplate
The Elevate has a removable footplate. To remove the footplate, move to the front of the prod-
uct, and lift the footplate upwards from the middle of the assembly (see Fig. E). Additionally you
can also remove the footplate cover to aid in cleaning and disinfecting of the footplate area. This
is achieved by removing the footplate and unclipping the cover from the back of the footplate (see
Fig. F).
NOTE: Be careful when lifting the footplate from its low-seated position.
WARNING
If using the Hoyer Elevate for gait training, the foot tray should be removed and a
thorough risk assessment carried out to ascertain suitability prior to lifting.
Fig. E Fig. F