Liko Viking S Manual

Instruction guide
7EN138101-01
2005-06-28
Viking S is appropriate for all common lifting situations;
e.g., transfers between bed and wheelchair, to and
from the toilet and bathtub or for lifting to and from the
oor.
For optimal function and safety, it is essential that
the lift and any accessories you intend to use be
individually tested.
CAUTION!
Carefully read instructions for the lift and lifting accessories before use. Lifting and transferring a person
always presents a potential risk. A thorough understanding of the contents of this instruction guide is
essential. Only trained personnel should use the equipment. If you have questions, please contact Liko or
your local Liko representative.
Viking S
Prod. No. 2040006
Viking S has three alternative height adjustment
positions that ensure the optimal lifting interval in
every situation. The middle position is the standard
position; the lowest is ideal, e.g., for lifting children to
and from the oor. The highest position is selected for
extra lifting height, for example, when lifting to beds
and gurneys that are not height-adjustable.
!
“Caution!” triangles are used to warn of situations that demand extra care and attention.
English
In this document, the person being lifted is referred to as the “patient” and the person helping them is referred to as
the “caregiver”.

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NOTE!
This instruction guide contains important information about the use of the
product. All personnel who use this product must be thoroughly familiar with the
contents of this instruction guide. Remember to keep the instructions where they
are easily accessible for users of the product.
Safety instructions ...................................................... 3
Product description..................................................... 3
Technical specications.............................................. 4
Dimensions................................................................. 4
Assembly instructions.............................................. 5-6
User´s guide ............................................................... 7
Charging the batteries ................................................ 8
Maximum load ............................................................ 9
Recommended lifting accessories......................... 9-10
Simple troubleshooting............................................. 11
Inspection and maintenance .................................... 12
Contents

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Product description
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Safety instructions
Before using, make certain that:
• the lift is assembled according to the instructions
• lifting accessories are correctly applied to the lift
• the batteries have been charged for at least 10 hours
• you have read and understood the instruction guides for the lift and lifting accessories
• personnel using the equipment have received appropriate instructions and training
• you have selected the correct type, size, material, and design of slings and accessories to safely meet
the patient’s needs
Before lifting, always make certain that:
• the lifting accessories are not damaged
• the lifting accessory is correctly and securely applied to the patient, so that no personal injury can
occur
• the lifting accessory is correctly applied to the lifting equipment
• the sling’s strap loops are correctly fastened to the slingbar hooks when the sling strap is extended,
but before the patient is lifted from the underlying surface
Viking S has been tested by an accredited testing institute and complies with the requirements of the
directive for Class 1 medical-technical products (MDD 93/42/EEC).
Viking S complies with the requirements of EC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, EN ISO 10535, UL 60601-1 and
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 606.1.
Particular caution must be observed in connection with the use of strong sources of electromagnetic
interference such as diathermy equipment and similar devices. Ensure that, e.g., diathermy cables are
not placed near the lifting equipment. In the event of uncertainty, consult the responsible technician or
supplier.
Max. load: 160 kg (350 lbs.)
1. Lift mast
2. Lift arm
3. Base
4. Handcontrol
5. Control unit with battery, emergency stop and
electrical emergency lowering
6. Slingbar with safety latches
7. Handles
8. Product decal
9. Motor/actuator for lift mast
10. Pedal for base-width adjustment
11. Rear wheels with brakes
12. Front wheels
13. Flexlink
14. Emergency lowering (mechanical)
15. Locking handles
16. Colour codes for sling sizes
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Dimensions
Lifting speed: 3.0 cm/s without load
Batteries: 2 pcs. 12V 2.9 Ah valve-regulated
lead-acid gel-type batteries. New
batteries available from supplier.
Battery External charger, 100-230V, 50-60 Hz,
charger: max. 220 mA
Motor (mast): 24V, permanent magnetic motor with
mechanical safety mechanism and
safety nut
Material: Aluminium
Technical specications
Emergency Mechanical and electrical
lowering:
Wheels: Front: 75 mm twin castor wheels
Rear: 75 mm brake-equipped twin
castor wheels
Intermittent Int. Op. 10/90, active operation max
operation: 2 min. Out of a time of 100, active
must be less than 10, though not
more than 2 min.
IP class: IP X4
Built for indoor operation.
Type B, according to the degree of protection
against electric shock.
Class ll equipment.
160 175 53 198 141 126 91 64-113 52-101 100 11 3 86 25 14 135
170 48 193 136 105
165 43 188 131 110
350 69 21 78 56 50 36 25-44 20-40 39 4.3 1.2 34 55 31 53
67 19 76 54 41
65 17 74 52 43
Max. Min. Max. Min.
Viking S Max. load L A B B1 C D E F F1 G Weight Turning
diameter
A:
B:
Total Part
A: Capacity and weight in kg. Measurement in cm.
B: Capacity and weight in lbs. Measurement in inch.

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Assembly instructions
1. Lock both rear wheels. Place the lift mast in the
socket on the base.
Before assembly, make sure you have the following:
• Locking handles (1 pair)
• Bag containing instruction guide and
decal “Using the lift”
• Battery charger
• Lift mast and lift arm, mast motor/
actuator, slingbar and control unit
• Base
• Handcontrol with cable
2. Lifting height can be set at three different levels.
Choose one of the three holes, as in the illustration
above. The middle hole is recommended in most
cases. The lower hole is recommended when extra
high lifting height is desired, and the upper hole is
recommended for lifting at a lower level. Holes are
placed at 50 mm (2 inch) intervals.
See table on page 4.
3. Using the accompanying locking handles,
secure the lift mast in the desired position in
the base. Adjust the handles so that they point
downward.
4. Connect cables as follows:
- Cable handcontrol to outlet 1
- Cable mast motor to outlet 2

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6. Release emergency stop by turning the
button in the direction indicated by the arrows.
After assembly, check to ensure that:
• lift mast motions correspond with the
buttons on the handcontrol
• emergency lowering works properly
(mechanical and electrical)
• wheel brakes work properly
• the indicator lamp on the front of the
control unit lights during charging
5. Afx the transparent decal ”Using the lift”
(accompanies instruction guide) on the side
of the lift mast.
Using the lift
Operation
Operate the lift using the
pushbuttons on the hand
control.
Emergency Lowering
Pull the red emergency-
lowering regulator upwards.
Lift must be loaded in order
for mechanical emergency
lowering to function.
Emergency Stop
Push the red Emergency
Stop button on the control
box. To reset: Turn the
button in the direction of the
arrows.
Charging the batteries
Charge every night after
use. Before charging,
ensure that the red
Emergency Stop button
is not pushed in. Do not
charge in a wet area!
Locking the wheels
The rear wheels can be
locked by stepping on the
pedal above the wheel.
Locking the wheels can
affect stability negatively;
therefore, wheels should
only be locked during
lifts from the oor.
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Lifting accessories
Before lifting, ensure that
the lifting accessory’s max.
load rating is sufcient for
the person being lifted!

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User´s guide
Operation
Viking S is operated by pressing the buttons on the handcontrol.
For raising and lowering the lift arm:
press and , respectively.
Lifting motion stops as soon as the push-button is released.
If the battery needs charging, a lamp (A) is lit on the handcontrol.
There is, however, enough power left in the battery for several
lifts.
Never pull the lift by the actuator! This may result in
damage to the lift and possible injury.
Locking the wheels
Press the locking lever on the rear wheel down with your
foot. The wheel locks for rotation in all directions.
In most lifting situations, the wheel should not be locked.
We recommend that wheels only be locked when there
is a risk for personal injury should the lift start to roll, e.g.,
when lifting a person in the horizontal position from the
oor.
Release the lock by pressing the lever up.
Emergency stop
For emergency stop: Press the red Emergency stop
button.
To release/reset: Turn the button in the direction of the
arrows.
Electrical emergency lowering
The lift arm is lowered electrically by pressing “down”
( ) on the control unit.
Mechanical emergency lowering
Mechanical emergency lowering is performed by turning
the red emergency-lowering cylinder in the direction of
the arrows.
Base-width adjustment
The base width can be increased and decreased
mechanically by pressing the foot pedal. Press
the right side to widen the base and press the left
side to make the base narrower.
Locked wheels increases the risk of the lift tilting over.

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For maximum service life, it is important that batteries
be charged regularly. We recommend charging after
use or each night.
Maximum charge is reached after about 10 hours.
When the batteries are fully charged, the charger dis-
connects automatically. NOTE! An indicator lamp on
the control unit lights constantly during charging.
When the batteries are fully charged, the lamp shuts
Charging the batteries
off. If the lamp continues to light after 12 hours, the
batteries probably need to be replaced. Discontinue
charging and replace batteries.
Never charge batteries in a wet area!
If the lift is not in daily use, we recommend that the
emergency stop be pressed in after the lift has been
used. This breaks the current and conserves battery
power.
Old batteries are to be given to authorized Liko personnel
or left at the nearest recycling station.
A display on the control unit indicates battery capacity. When the
handcontrol is activated, a diode/lamp lights, indicating battery
capacity.
Green (A): min. 50%
Yellow (B): 25-50%
Orange (C): 0-25%
Lamp lights for 10 seconds after activating.
Another lamp indicates that charging is in progress (D).
With external charger:
1. Connect charger cable to outlet for charger,
under the control unit.
2. Connect charger to power supply (100-230V~).
1
2
Charging procedure
A
D
C
B
Note! The lift does not operate when the charger cable is plugged into a wall socket.

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Maximum load
Different maximum allowable loads may apply to different products on the assembled lift system: lift,
slingbar, sling and other accessories. For the total lift system, the lowest max. allowable load indicated
for the respective products on the system always applies. For example: A Viking S that is approved for
160 kg (350 lbs.) may be equipped with a slingbar that is approved for 300 kg (660 lbs.). In this case, the
applicable max. load is 160 kg (350 lbs.) for the total lift system.
Study markings on the lift and lifting accessories or contact your Liko representative if you have any
questions.
Slingbars for Viking
Slingbar Mini 220 Prod. No. 3156005
Max 205 kg / 450 lbs.
Universal Slingbar 350 Prod. No. 3156074
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Universal Slingbar 450 Prod. No. 3156075
(Standard for Viking S)
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Universal Slingbar 600 Prod. No. 3156076
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Universal Twinbar 670 Prod. No. 3156077
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Universal Sling Sidebars 450 Prod. No. 31560799
incl. storage bag
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Sling Cross-bar 450 Prod. No. 3156021
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Sling Cross-bar 670 Prod. No. 3156018
Max 300 kg / 660 lbs.
Recommended lifting accessories
Below are recommended slingbars and accessories for Viking.
For choice of appropriate slings and other lifting accessories, see e.g., the brochure ”Lifting
accessories”.
For further guidance on choosing a sling, consult the instruction guide for the respective sling model.
Here, you will nd advice on suitable combinations of Liko slingbars and Liko slings.
Contact your Liko representative or visit www.liko.com for advice and information on Liko’s product
range.

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Adapter
2016504
Scales for Viking
LikoScale. Contact Liko for more information.
(Adapter 2016504 required)
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LikoScale
Lever for base width adjustment Prod. No. 2037010
Lever for base-width adjustment.
Mounted on existing base-width pedals.
Leg Protector Viking S, M Prod. No. 2046011
Storage bag for slingbars Prod. No. 2001025
Slingbar cover Paddy 30 Prod. No. 3607001
(ts Universal Slingbars Prod. No. 3156074-76
and Slingbar Slim 350 Prod. No. 3156002)
Quick-release Hook
Liko’s Quick-release Hook system enables quick and easy
exchange of lifting accessories on Liko’s mobile and stationary
lifts. Viking can be equipped with Adapter 13 (Prod. No.
3156506) for use with Quick-release Hook, which is mounted
on the lifting accessory.
Quick-release Hook Universal (Prod. No. 3156508) ts
Universal Slingbars Prod. No. 3156074-3156077. Quick-release
Hook TDM (Prod. No. 3156502) ts Slingbar Mini 220 Prod.
No. 3156005, and Sling Cross-bars Prod. No. 3156021 and
3156018.
See ”Guide to Liko´s Quick-release Hook System”, which can
be downloaded from our website, www.liko.com, or contact Liko
for more information on the advantages and use of the Quick-
release Hook system.
Quick-release Hook
Universal
Prod. No. 3156508
Adapter 13
Prod. No. 3156506
Quick-release Hook
TDM
Prod. No. 3156502

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Simple troubleshooting
The lift does not work up/down.
Battery charging does not work.
The lift stops in the elevated
position.
If you hear unusual sounds.
1. Check that the emergency stop button
is not pushed in (page 7).
2. Check that the cables are connected
correctly (page 5).
3. Check that the charging cable is not
connected to the wall socket.
4. Check that the battery is charged
(page 8).
5. If the lift still does not work satis-
factorily, contact Liko.
1. Check that the emergency stop button
is not pushed in (page 7).
2. If the lift still does not work satis-
factorily, contact Liko.
1. Check that the emergency stop button
is not pushed in (page 7).
2. Use the mechanical emergency-
lowering device (marked) to lower the
patient (page 7).
3. Check that the battery is charged
(page 8).
4. If the lift still does not work satis-
factorily, contact Liko.
Contact Liko.

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For safe and trouble-free operation, a few routine procedures should be performed every day the lift is
used.
• Visually inspect the patient lift and check for external damage or wear.
• Check that all screws and lock nuts on the slingbar are tight.
• Check that the safety latches on the slingbar work properly.
• Check the handcontrol and the lift and width movements.
• Check the emergency lowering function (both electrical and mechanical).
• Charge the battery every day the lift is used, and check charger function.
When necessary, clean the lift with common surface cleaners or disinfectants and check to ensure that
the wheels are free of dirt and hair. NOTE! Avoid regular use of cleaning agents that contain phenol
or chlorine, since these can damage aluminium and polyamide material.
Transportation and storage
During transportation, or when the patient lift is not to be used for some time, the emergency
stop button should be pushed in. Store the lift at a temperature exceeding freezing point and at normal
relative humidity (no more than 60%).
Inspection
The lift must be thoroughly inspected at least once per year. Pay particular attention to parts that show
wear, for example, joints, bolts, etc. Service must be carried out according to Liko service manual and by
authorized personnel.
IMPORTANT!
Repairs and maintenance may only be carried out by authorized Liko service personnel using original
Liko spare parts.
Service agreements
Liko invites you to sign a service agreement for regular maintenance and testing of your Viking mobile
lift. Contact your local Liko representative for more information.
Liko's products are constantly being updated and rened. Liko reserves the right to change aspects of
the products without prior notice. Contact your local Liko representative for updated information and
advice.
Made in Sweden
Liko is quality certied according to ISO 9001 and environment certied according to ISO 14001.
Care and Maintenance
Manufacturer
Liko AB
Nedre Vägen 100
SE-975 92 Luleå
Sweden
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Liko (UK) Ltd.
Brunel Centre,
Stroudwater Business Park
Stonehouse, Gloucester
GL10 3RU, United Kingdom
Phone: [phone]
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Liko Inc
842 Upper Union Street, Suite 4
Franklin, Ma 02038, USA
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