Mackworth M400 User manual

Doc No. 999568 Revision of document: B
Revision Date: 10.06.2021
M400 Mobile Hoist
User Manual
This document includes Fixed and Folding variants

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CONTENTS
Safety Instructions and Warnings...........................................................................................................4
1.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Manufacture........................................................................................................................................4
1.1 European Authorised Representative.................................................................................................4
1.2 Symbols Used ......................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Contraindications / Limitations...........................................................................................................6
1.4 Intended Use ......................................................................................................................................6
1.5 Warning Notes ....................................................................................................................................7
1.6 Operating Environment.......................................................................................................................7
Components / Key Parts .........................................................................................................................8
Assembly instructions.............................................................................................................................9
3.1 Unpacking............................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Unboxing Hoist....................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Hoist Assembly ..................................................................................................................................10
3.3.1 Fixed Mast M400 Assembly .......................................................................................................10
3.3.2 Folding Mast M400 Assembly....................................................................................................11
3.4 Electrical connections.......................................................................................................................12
Final Inspection .....................................................................................................................................12
Operating instructions ..........................................................................................................................13
5.1 Manoeuvring the Hoist .....................................................................................................................13
5.2 Raising and Lowering ........................................................................................................................13
5.3 Open / Close Mobile Hoist Legs ........................................................................................................14
5.4 Emergency stop button....................................................................................................................14
5.5 Emergency Lowering.........................................................................................................................14
5.5.1 Manual Emergency Lowering ....................................................................................................14
5.5.2 Electrical Emergency Lowering ..............................................................................................15
5.6 Handset Operations .........................................................................................................................15
5.6.1 Battery Status.............................................................................................................................15
5.7 Battery...............................................................................................................................................15
5.7.1 Charging the battery pack..........................................................................................................15
5.8Slings..................................................................................................................................................16
5.8.1 Sling Attachment/Detachment..................................................................................................16
5.8.2 Compatible Slings...................................................................................................................16

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Detachable Parts...................................................................................................................................23
6.1 Attaching/detaching QRS (Quick Release System) Carry Bar ...........................................................23
6.2 Attaching/detaching the Battery ......................................................................................................24
Folding the Hoist ...................................................................................................................................24
Technical Specification..........................................................................................................................25
8.1 Mackworth M400 Dimensions..........................................................................................................25
8.2 Specifications.....................................................................................................................................26
8.3 Electrical specifications .....................................................................................................................26
8.4 Standards Applied .............................................................................................................................26
Environmental - Storage and Operating Conditions.............................................................................27
9.1 Normal operating conditions ............................................................................................................27
9.2 Shipping and storage conditions.......................................................................................................27
Disposal .................................................................................................................................................27
Fault Finding..........................................................................................................................................28
General Inspection, Maintanance and Cleaning...................................................................................29
12.1 Service............................................................................................................................................29
12.2 Inspection ......................................................................................................................................30
12.3 Cleaning .........................................................................................................................................31
12.3.1 General cleaning ........................................................................................................................31
12.3.2 Disinfecting (if necessary) ..........................................................................................................31
Warranty ...............................................................................................................................................33
Service Record History..........................................................................................................................34

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Safety Instructions and Warnings
1.1 Introduction
Please read and understand this manual in its entirety before using your Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist.
The information in this manual is important for the safety of anyone near the Mackworth M400 Hoist and must be read and
understood to help prevent injuries. It is also crucial to the proper operation and maintenance of the Mobile Hoist.
The Hoist is designed to be used in conjunction with slings and accessories. Please refer to any user guides supplied with these
components while reviewing this manual.
Should any questions arise from reviewing this manual, contact your local authorised representative.
Failure to comply with warnings in this manual may result in; injury to the operator and/or client and/or damage to the Mobile
Hoist or related components.
If, during the use of this device or as a result of its use a serious incident has occurred, please report it to the manufacturer and
to your national authority.
Store this manual with the documents included with the Mobile Hoist and sling(s). Contents of this manual are subject to change
without prior written notice. Ensure you are aware of the sling manufacturer’s fitting instructions.
Do not attempt to use this equipment without first understanding the contents of this manual.
Unauthorised modifications on any Mackworth product may affect its safety. The manufacturer will not be held
responsible for any accident, incident or deficiencies of performance that occur as
a result of any unauthorised modification to its products.
Do not use a clip fit sling on a lifting arm designed specifically for loop fitting slings.
1.2 Manufacture
The Mobile Hoist is manufactured at the address below:
Prism Medical UK
Unit 1, Tir Llwyd Industrial Estate, St Asaph Avenue, Kinmel Bay, Conwy, LL18 5JZ
Telephone number: 01924 840 100
1.1 European Authorised Representative
The address of the European Authorised Representative for this product:
European Healthcare & Device Solutions (Ireland) Ltd.
Stratton House, Bishopstown Road,
Cork, Ireland.
T12 Y9TC.
Telephone number: [phone]
Figure 1

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1.2 Symbols Used
The Table below includes all Symbols from BS EN ISO 15223-1:2016 that can be found in this Manual and on the Product and
what they represent. Refer back to this Table when you are unsure of what a symbol represents.
Consult instructions before use Caution – see instructions for use
Manufacturer
Safe Working Load represents the
maximum load rated for safe
operation
Packaging indicator – This way up Date of manufacture
Serial number Packaging indicator – Keep dry
Please observe local laws on recycling For internal use only
Temperature range
Degree of protection provided by
enclosure.
N1: Ingress of particles
N2: Ingress of water
Humidity range Medical Device
Catalogue number European Authorised Representative
Table 1

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1.3 Contraindications / Limitations
There are no known “contraindications” associated with the usage of the Mackworth M400, provided they are used as per
manufacturer’s recommendations and guidelines. However, it is recommended that a client specific assessment is completed by
a trained and knowledgeable healthcare professional to determine the method of transfer.
Mackworth does not recommend a required number of care givers for the use of our products. This information and
recommendation can only be provided after a thorough personalised, case specific assessment, as there are many factors that
can influence these decisions.
1.4 Intended Use
For internal use only.
The Mobile Hoist is a lifting aid used by trained personnel. The Mobile Hoist makes it possible to transfer/lift mobility impaired
clients with minimal strain or risk to the caregiver, while providing complete safety, dignity and comfort to the client.
The Mobile Hoist is one of two components that makes this possible. The other component, the sling, is a specially designed
fabric accessory that attaches to the Hoist by means of a carry bar and straps, and holds the client during the lift/transfer.
Please refer to the user guides supplied with the sling and reference them while reviewing this manual.
The functions of raising and lowering the boom, are accomplished by pressing buttons on the hand control. The opening and
closing of the legs on the Mobile Hoist are of manual operation.
The device is used under instruction, and the operation of the aid is undertaken by a trained carer.
A risk assessment must be performed before using any other manufactured slings or Mobile Hoist, to ensure safe
use can be established.
•The Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist is intended to be installed on a flat and levelled surface prior to use.
•The Hoist must be installed only by persons authorised by Mackworth or who have the rights to install and commission
the Hoist safe for use.
•Under no circumstance should the Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist or entire system be put in control of a person who
has not been properly trained in the use and care of this equipment. Failure to adhere to this warning may result in
serious injury to the operator and/or the individual being transferred.
•In facilities where more than one operator will be responsible for using the Mobile Hoist and sling(s) it is imperative
that all such members be trained to use the Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist. A training program should be established
by the facility to acquaint new operators with this equipment.
•The Mackworth M400, and associated slings are not toys. Do not use it for unsafe practices. Do not allow children to
play with the Hoist or any of its components.
•Your guarantee is void if persons unauthorized by Mackworth perform work on the Mobile Hoist.
•To maintain optimum function, the Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist should be inspected and maintained on a regular
basis. See section ‘General Inspection, Maintenance and Cleaning’ within this user manual.
•Any accessories used with this Mobile Hoist including belt(s), should be checked to ensure that they are in good
working order. Check for signs of wear to each component prior to use. Report any unusual wear, or damage
immediately to your local authorized dealer.

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•The Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist and Slings(s) are intended only for transferring of a person. Mackworth will not be
responsible for any damage caused by the misuse, neglect or purposeful destruction of the Unit, and/or its associated
components.
•The Mobile Hoist and its associated parts are certified to a maximum load of 180kg (400 lb). Do not exceed the
maximum rated load of any of the components.
•Ensure that a clear space is maintained around the Mobile Hoist. Before performing a transfer, check for and move all
obstacles out of the way.
•Your Product is for aiding and transferring a patient. Do not use it, or allow it to be used, for any other purpose.
•Protecting the people present, visually monitor the sling(s) loops connection points during transfer stages, so the belt
remains firmly attached to the clipped carry bar.
•In areas where children are prone to be present be vigilant when carrying out a transfer.
•To reduce the risk of unintended use, when the Hoist is not in use, remove the sling(s) from the product to prevent
entrapment or strangulation should the device be tampered with.
•Between Hoist, Spreader Bar and Body-Support Unit, the lowest maximum load shall always be used.
You may need to seek specialist advice on how to assist some people with specific moving and handling needs.
Sources of advice include, but is not limited to, professional bodies and organisations, occupational therapist,
physiotherapists, manual handling advisers and ergonomist with experience in health and social care.
1.5 Warning Notes
Your Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist has been manufactured and tested to exceed BS EN 10535:2006. This does not
mean that it can be used without care. ALL OPERATORS should have read the operating instructions and appreciate
this warning section.
1. ALL Mobile Hoists are less stable on sloping surfaces. A 5-degree slope is the maximum permitted and then only with
great care.
2. ALL Mobile Hoists are dangerous to the person being transferred when used recklessly or pushed at speed.
1.6 Operating Environment
The Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist is intended for use within the professional health care facility environment as well as the
home health care environment. The Hoist is not suitable for any other environment or special environments.
The Mobile Hoist is not intended to be used in environments where there are rapid changes in the environmental temperature
and humidity during intended use.

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Components / Key Parts
Please see below to familiarise yourself with the components of the Mackworth M400 Mobile Hoist. The image below show the
contents of the Hoist. If you have not received all the components contact Mackworth dealer immediately – contact details are
provided on the last page of this manual.
Item
Description
Item
Description
1
Boom
6
Handle
2
Mast
7
Front Castors
3
Control Box & Battery
8
Manual Leg Lever Plate
4
Manual Emergency lower
9
Base
5
Carry Bar
10
Rear Castors
11
Serial Number/ Product Information
12
Lift Actuator
Figure 2
Table 2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

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Assembly Instructions
3.1 Unpacking
Some of the parts are heavy and will need to be lifted with care. Items weighing over 20kg (44 lb) will require a two
person lift. Please refer to (8.0) technical specifications for components weights.
The Hoist will arrive to you in a robust box, please be careful when removing the components from the box. Please
read the user guide in full before operating.
This user manual should be kept safe for future reference.
The Hoist has been specifically designed to be installed in both the professional and home health care environments.
No matter the environment, health and safety factors should be considered to ensure the safety and essential performance of
the Hoist and to avoid unnecessary damage or injuries to people within the area of the Mobile Hoist.
The environment in which the Mobile Hoist is situated in, whilst carrying out a transfer, is required to be on a flat surface with
no steep inclines.
3.2 Unboxing Hoist
When using a sharp knife, be careful not to damage the product.
This section will summarize the layout of the Hoist Packaging and what is included in the Box. It is recommended a knife is used
for smoother unpacking of the Hoist. The Hoist is packed into a single box 47x32x32 (Inches), weighing approximately 99 lb.
Using a knife to open the box around the perimeter, the box should open to a similar view to Figure 3. It will include all the
following components. It is recommended that the components are removed in the numerical order below.
1. Mast and Boom Assembly
2. Base
3. Fixings (Star Handles)
4. Handset
5. Charger
6. User Manual
(Folding Version – The Mast and Base will come as one, only in its folded state.
Figure 3

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3.3 Hoist Assembly
This section will show you the correct way to safely assembly your Mobile Hoist, for fixed mast M400 Mobile Hoist, see section
3.3.1. For the Folding Mast M400 Mobile Hoist, see section 3.3.2.
3.3.1 Fixed Mast M400 Assembly
A. Carefully open the box and remove all loose parts and excess packaging from the box.
2 person lift recommended for the following points.
B. Carefully holding onto the handle and boom, lift the Hoist components out of the box.
Place carefully onto the floor.
C. With one person lifting up from the front castors and one person lifting up from the rear
castors, raise the base from the box and place the Hoist base on a flat surface and ensure
the rear braked castors are locked.
D. Remove the Star handle from the base and the tensioner star handle from the mast.
E. Ensure all cables are clear from entrapment while fitting the base and mast together.
Please ensure both hands are on the handles when lifting the mast into position,
possible risk of finger trap.
F. When the mast if fully engaged with the base, fit and fully tighten the Tensioner Star
Handle into the lowest fixing point. (As shown in Fig.5).
G. When the mast if fully engaged with the base, fit and fully tighten the Large Star Handle.
(As shown in Fig. 6).
Ensure the mast is fully seated into the base and the Star Handles are in position and
tight before using the Hoist.
NOTE: To disassemble the Hoist into the two main sections (Mast/boom and Base) simply follow the pervious steps in reverse.
Figure 4
Figure 6
Figure 5
Figure 8