Scaleo medical Poweo 200 User manual

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manual
Poweo®200 & Poweo®215
Patient lifters
USER MANUAL

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Content
Warning and safety instructions ........................................................................................................................... 3
References of the Poweo® 200 - 215 models ........................................................................................................ 5
Symbols and pictograms ....................................................................................................................................... 6
General information about the Poweo® 200-215 ................................................................................................. 7
Accessories ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Intended use ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Contraindications .................................................................................................................................... 8
Assembly & commissioning instructions .............................................................................................................. 9
Instructions for assembly ........................................................................................................................ 9
Installation of the suspension ............................................................................................................... 11
Commissioning the Poweo® 200 and Poweo®215 ................................................................................. 13
Instructions for use ............................................................................................................................................. 15
Security devices .................................................................................................................................... 15
Maintenance of the battery .................................................................................................................. 19
The controls .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Choosing the sling ................................................................................................................................. 23
Secure Safe Locking System (SLS) ......................................................................................................... 24
Lifting and transferring with the Poweo® 200- 215 ............................................................................... 25
Cleaning and disinfecting .................................................................................................................................... 33
General guidelines ................................................................................................................................ 33
Recommended procedures for cleaning and disinfecting .................................................................... 33
Periodic inspection and preventive maintenance .............................................................................................. 35
Periodic control / Preventive maintenance checklist ........................................................................... 35
Poweo® Service tool .............................................................................................................................. 37
Technical specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 39
Technical specifications of the Poweo® 200 and Poweo® 215 .............................................................. 40
Technical specifications of the accessories ........................................................................................... 44
Electromagnetic compatibility (E.M.C.) .............................................................................................................. 46
Complementary safety warnings ........................................................................................................................ 49
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................. 51
Liability ................................................................................................................................................................ 52
End of life and recycle ......................................................................................................................................... 53
EC Declaration of conformity .............................................................................................................................. 54
Contact information ............................................................................................................................................ 55

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Warning and safety instructions
This user manual contains important safety instructions and information. Carefully read
this manual before using the lifters.
This user manual concerns the Poweo® 200 and Poweo® 215 referenced S16020, S16022, S16024,
S16030 and S16040, where 020, 022, 030 and 040 are the variants depending on the equipment: with
or without a Scalis® scale, with SLS, ICU or electric tilting suspension.
The Poweo® 200 and the Poweo® 215 use the same technical base, but the way they are equipped
changes their maximum lifting capacity:
• The maximum lifting capacity is 200 kg when the Poweo® is equipped with an electric tilting
suspension.
• The maximum lifting capacity is 215 kg when the Poweo® is equipped with a standard “SLS”
suspension.
The Poweo® 200 and 215 are designed and manufactured in order to safely transfer patients
up to 215 kg or 200 kg. Beyond this weight, do not use these lifters. Contact SCALEO
Medical, for advice on the best lifter that satisfies your transfer needs.
When using a Poweo® with a stretcher, a caregiver should be dedicated to control the
position of the stretcher, in order to avoid any undesired movements of the patient during
the transfer. The best solution is to use a tilting suspension that allows a precise adjustment
of the angle of inclination.
In order to use the Poweo® accessories: Scalis® weighing system, transfer slings, stretchers,
please refer to their specific instructions for use.
The slings recommended for the Poweo® patient lifters are the SCALEO Medical slings. They
have been specifically developed for the suspensions of the Poweo® patient lifters. It is your
responsibility to ensure that the slings used are compatible with the lifter: the manufacturer
of the sling must have carried out tests according to standard EN 10535 (weight resistance,
resistance of fasteners, and length of loops) ensuring the safety of the assembly and clearly
indicating the compatibility of its sling with the lifter in its documentation. If this is not the

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case, do not use the sling in combination with the lifter: the patient could fall and be
seriously injured. SCALEO Medical refuses any liability in the case of an incident while using
slings other than those specifically made for their lifters.
Torn, cut, frayed or broken slings can fail, resulting in serious injury to the patient and/or to
the user. Only use slings in good condition.
The slings and the lifter have to be used to lift and transfer people. Never use the patient
lifters to lift or to carry objects.
Avoid transferring patients on thick carpeted floors. Ragged surfaces and obstacles may
block the wheels. If the force is too important, the lifter could be destabilized and can tip
over, especially if the lifter is being used at its maximum weight capacity. In these cases, we
recommend to open the legs of the lifter before performing the transfer.
The Poweo® must NEVER be used to transfer, lift or transport people over slopes.
Like all patient lifters, the Poweo® is not a transport device. It must be used only for short
distance transfers and is not intended to replace wheelchairs nor other types of transport
devices.
The maximum load can be lifted for about 1 minute. The delay between two lifts of the
maximum load shall be of approximately 10 minutes to let the actuator cool down.
This manual is protected by copyright. It should not be handed over or made available to any
unauthorized third party without a prior written consent from SCALEO Medical.
The first Poweo® 200 was commercialized on July 27th, 2018 and the first Poweo® 215 on December
17th, 2017.

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References of the Poweo®200 - 215 models
• The references of the Poweo® 200 lifter are the following:
- S16030 Poweo® 200 with SLS suspension
- S16035 Poweo® 200 without SLS suspension
- S16040 Poweo® 200 with Scalis® weighing system and SLS suspension
The reference S16035 of the Poweo® 200 without suspension, allows to install one of the three
following suspensions on the device:
- S16 21 029 ICU suspension – Intensive Care Unit
- S16 21 021 SLS suspension – Safe Locking System
- S19 10 200 Electric mobile suspension for the Poweo® 200
In case the S16 21 029 and S16 21 021 suspensions are installed on the Poweo® 200, the control
buttons of the electric suspension will be inactive.
• The references of the Poweo® 215 lifter are the following:
- S16020 Poweo® 215 SLS suspension, Scaleo electronics, removable NiMh battery and Linak
Actuator
- S16022 Poweo® 215 SLS suspension, Linak electronic box with maintenance screen
- S16024 Poweo® 215 ICU suspension, Scaleo electronics, removable NiMh battery, Linak
Actuator

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Symbols and pictograms
Symbols used in this manual:
This symbol is used to point out information related to safety in the working environment, where injury
may occur if the information is disregarded or ignored. Follow these instructions carefully.
This symbol indicates important information regarding the use of the equipment. If not taken into
consideration, it may lead to damage or functional defects to the lifter or other equipment.
This symbol indicates important and useful information. If taken into consideration, it will help the
operator of the lifter to work efficiently. It may help simplify routines and to explain complicated facts.
Symbols used in labels:
Symbol
Meaning
Manufacturer
Date of manufacturing
Device reference
Device serial number
Temperature range
Do not burn
Security pin: do not remove this pin.
Periodically inspect this pin.
Warning : read user manual for
instruction
Indoor use only
Do not open or unmount
Symbol
Meaning
Read user manual for instruction
Direct current power source
Class II electrical protection type
B type applied parts
Danger : the hand may be pinched
Maximum safety load (excluding the
sling or the stretcher)
In accordance with all applicable
European Directives
Contains potential wastes of electrical
or electronic equipment

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General information about the Poweo®200-215
You have recently purchased a Poweo® 215 or a Poweo® 200 patient lifter.
We would like to thank you for the trust you have placed in our company.
The Poweo® lifter is delivered in a carton box,
including the following:
1. A base with electrical opening of the legs
2. An equipped column
3. An arm
4. A 4-point (SLS or ICU) or a tilting suspension
depending on your order
5. An electrical lifting actuator with a mechanical
emergency lowering function
6. A removable battery with an emergency shutdown
button
7. A remote control (not pictured)
8. This user manual (not pictured)
9. A battery charger (not pictured)
10. Special wrenches, screws and bolts for the
assemblage (not pictured)
Accessories
The Poweo® 200 and 215 can be used with the
following accessories (not included):
• Scalis® scale
• Transparent stretcher in 2 parts SCALEO®
• Poweo-PC connection cable for the Poweo® Service Tool
The Poweo® 200 can be used with the following slings:
• All day slings
• Toilet slings without head support
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1
2
4
3
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• Comfort slings with head support
• Net bath slings, in polyester
The Poweo® 215 can be used with the following slings:
• Comfort polyester slings
• Soft polyester slings, breathable fabric
• Vinyl slings with head support
• Net bath slings in polyester
• Post-operative slings for amputee patients
• Hammock slings
• Walking slings with security belt
• Toilet slings and slings for spinal plaster
Intended use
The Poweo® 200 and the Poweo® 215 are mobile passive patient lifters. They are intended to be used
on horizontal floors to safely and comfortably transfer a dependent person of up to 200 or 215 kg
(depending on the model), without effort and reducing the risks of work-related injuries to the
caregiver.
The Poweo® 200 and the Poweo® 215 are multipurpose and suitable for hospital use, from daily
transfers to the most specialized transfer in intensive care units.
Contraindications
The Poweo® 200 and the Poweo® 215 are NOT intended to be used:
• On patients with spine curvature,
• On patients with muscle spasm,
• On patients weighing more than the maximum safety load of the patient lifter,
• To transfer patients for long distance,
• To transfer patients over slopes,
• To replace wheelchairs or other types of transport.

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Assembly & commissioning instructions
Instructions for assembly
Before unpacking the patient lifter, please make sure the package is not damaged. If that is the case,
immediately notify in written to the freight forwarder and contact SCALEO Medical.
These instructions for assembly concern the standard version of the Poweo® 200 and 215.
For the instructions of special models, please contact SCALEO Medical.
Please follow the instructions of this manual to properly assemble the patient lifter. If you
note any missing or defective piece, do not use the lifter; contact your distributor or SCALEO
Medical.
Using the Poweo® patient lifters requires a good understanding of transfer systems,
assemblage and disassemble procedures. Contact SCALEO Medical if you require further
information.
Unpacking and assembling the Poweo® lifters require two people.
SCALEO Medical tests and charges all batteries before packing, however, the batteries must
be completely recharged before the first use.
Our lifters and batteries are always delivered with the emergency stop button on the “ON”
position. Always remember to release the emergency stop button on “OFF” position before
operating or charging the unit.
To start: Unpack the lifter by removing all protection devices and taking the lifter out of its carton
box.
Step 1: Install the actuator.
Install the actuator placing one end on the arm and one end
on the mast of the lifter, thanks to a hinge. Secure the
installation by introducing one spacer and fixing it with two

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bolts, one at each side. Follow the same procedure for the other end.
The bolts are coated by the “LOCTITE 243” to avoid the lost of screws during the lifting operating
mode.
The “LOCTITE 243” is a medium thread lock coated on the screws for the future installation at
the customers facilities.
Tighten with a hexagonal wrench or the provided special wrench, without using too much force: the
screw head would be deteriorated and it would be impossible to dismount it later.
These operations are very important for the security of the patient and caregivers.
Without the security pins, the column or the arm may fall and provoke serious injuries.
You must ensure that these pins are properly secured and perform regular
inspections: screws must ALWAYS be present and in good condition. A label near the
pins allows a quick identification for inspection.
Step 2: Install the mast on the base.
Step 3: Secure the installation with the provided screw and turn it inside
the column, without tightening it.
It is VERY important to properly secure the assemblage: the
stability of the hoist highly depends on a strong link between
the base and the mast.
The screw is equipped with a thread lock to prevent the screw
from loosening. Install the screw on two or three tread
without completely tightening.

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Step 4:
a) Install the clearance removal wedge and tighten the screw so that the column presses the front
part of the base.
It is normal for the screw and the clearance removal wedge not to be inside the base of the
patient lifter. As long as the screw is secured, the installation is safe.
b) Then tighten the main screw to secure the assembly.
Installation of the suspension
Step 5: For the Poweo® 200 equipped with a tilting suspension.
a) Prepare the installation:
• Check the female jack plug found in the arm (1)
• Remove the fixing axis (2)
b) Connect the jack plug to the female connector.
The female jack plug is inside the arm.
The arm end is recessed to lead the cable and protect it.
Final result:
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c) Attach the suspension with the axis and the bolts.
The screw is equipped with a thread lock to prevent the screw from loosening.
Tighten the screws firmly. Install the protection.
Do some rotational tests before using with a patient.
Step 5 (bis): for the standard 4-point suspension (SLS or ICU).
Install the suspension with the safety pins or with the quick
locks (available in option). The installation with the quick locks
does not require the use of tools. By pressing the red button
the fixing is done quickly. The red button should return to its
initial position: fixation assured.
Step 6: Slide the battery into its compartment.
Before using the Poweo® make sure the emergency button is on the “OFF” position. To do this, turn
the button clockwise.
ON position of the
emergency button:
the lifter is not
powered.
OFF position of the
emergency button:
the lifter is powered.

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Position the battery into its compartment, and guide it for the best electrical contact
between the battery and battery support contacts.
Step 7: Connect the remote control.
Connect the remote control with the plug and make sure that the wire
connection is aligned with the mast remote control port. Once aligned, press
on the wire to insert the plug.
Step 8: Test the lifter.
Try lifting and lowering, opening and closing the legs to make sure that everything is in order.
Step 9: Remove the battery and recharge it.
Before first use, the battery must imperatively be 100% charged. Please refer to the “Battery
management” section for this operation. Your lifter will be ready for use as soon as the battery is
charged.
Whenever possible, keep the carton box and packing accessories for later transportations.
Commissioning the Poweo®200 and Poweo®215
SCALEO Medical provides an universal power supply adapted to any voltage/frequency
value. Before charging the battery, please check that the plug provided fits to your local AC
outlet.
If the place of use was informed before ordering, SCALEO Medical will provide the right type of
AC cord.
Before each use check the correct installation of the lifter and its accessories, verify proper
operation before using with a patient.
The control points presented below only take a few minutes and allow you to ensure a safe use of
your Poweo® patient lifter:

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• Make sure that no part is damaged or show signs of wear,
• Check the tightness of all the safety screws and pins,
• Inspect accessible screws and make sure none are loose,
• Check the lights on the remote control: battery indicator should be solid green;
maintenance indicator should be off,
• Check the features: raise and lower the arm, leg opening and emergency stop.
In case of malfunction or doubt about the proper operation, do not use the Poweo®
patient lifter. Inform your technical service, your distributor, or contact us at the
address on the back of this manual.
The Poweo® patient lifters are designed to be used in room temperature, +10 to +40°C. This
should be taken into consideration when transporting the lifter; and therefore, keeping it in a
temperate part of the vehicle. Alternatively, the lifter must rest in a temperate room until the
equipment has achieved proper working temperature.

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Instructions for use
Security devices
Emergency stop
The Poweo® patient lifters are equipped with an emergency stop button that will turn off the lifter
when pressed.
The emergency stop button is located on the top of the battery on the Poweo® 200
and 215 models equipped with the SCALEO® Power pack battery and on the front of
the Poweo® 215 model equipped with Linak® control box.
Once pressed, it must be turned clockwise to release it.
Emergency lowering devices
In case the remote control does not operate correctly, an emergency electric
lowering is still possible by activating the hidden button located behind the yellow
label of the base.
Perforate the center of the yellow sticker and press the hidden button with a small
screwdriver and the patient lifter will perform an emergency lowering. Apply and
maintain pressure on the button to obtain the desired height.
In case of a complete failure of the electronics, a mechanical emergency lowering is
available.
Activate the RED lever/trigger on the actuator by pulling it upward, and maintain
the position until the actuator reaches the desired height.
Lowering speed will depend on the charge and the pressure on the trigger. In case of use,
make sure that a chair or a bed can receive the patient when being lowered.

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According to the ISO EN 10535 standard, the Poweo® will NOT operate with a patient
weighing more than its maximum safety load capacity. For the Scalis® equipped version, the
scale will display a “>MAX!” message to indicate that the patient lifter is overloaded.
The opening of the legs is also secured: in the case of a contact between a leg and an
obstacle, the legs will automatically stop moving. If during the leg opening, the opening stops,
it means that the security device is operating, so the transfer of the patient is not secured.
Battery management
Models with SCALEO® electronics are equipped with a NiMh battery + Poweo® Power Pack charger,
which contains advanced safety features, including electronic protections against short circuits, over
voltages and over temperature. If one of these parameters exceeds the specified value, the battery will
stop working, preventing the user from overheating and the risk of fire.
Models with Linak® electronics are equipped with a lead 24 VDC battery, which also includes all the
necessary safety devices. Therefore, the use of SCALEO Medical and Linak® batteries and chargers is
perfectly safe.
When the LED indicator of the remote control turns red, it means that the battery needs to be
recharged. There is still enough power to perform at least one patient lowering.
When the battery discharge threshold is reached, the user is alerted by a beep. If the battery does not
recharge quickly, the display on the control box turns off and the up / down function will not work.
Charging the battery
In accordance with current regulations, the Poweo® does not work while the battery is being
charged directly into the patient lifter.
If the emergency stop button is pressed, the battery will not charge.
The Linak® battery can be charged directly onto the patient lifter or using the optional wall charger.
The SCALEO® battery is exclusively charged using the external charger which is supplied by default.
SCALEO® battery Linak® battery

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To charge the Linak® battery:
1. Connect the AC cable to the AC outlet,
2. The green «ON» light turns on,
3. The orange «CHARGE» light turns on, only if the battery is connected correctly.
To charge the SCALEO® battery:
1. Connect the charger to the AC outlet,
2. Place the battery in the battery charger,
3. Once the battery is detected in the charger, the LED indicator lights up.
Models including SCALEO® electronics take 2h30 to 5 hours to recharge 100% empty batteries.
Models including Linak® electronics take 8 to 10 hours to recharge 100% empty batteries.
For intensive daily use a daily recharge will be necessary.
The batteries cannot be overcharged. However, to ensure better performance and longevity, it
is recommended to let them rest for a few minutes after charging and before use. It is also
important to fully charge the battery.
Upon request, the charger's power connector can be delivered including a plug that ensures
additional protection of the charger against splashing water. Remove this plug for charging,
and be sure to replace it after recharging.
To charge the patient lifter, use only the supplied cable: charging a battery with an
unsuitable cable can cause the cable and/or battery to overheat and damage all
components, or cause a fire.
Emergency
button
Battery status
indicator
Emergency button
Battery label
Battery status
indicator
Charge
status
label

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After each charge, be careful to unplug the power cord without pulling it to avoid damaging
the cord.
It is recommended to have 2 batteries to replace the discharged battery with the charged one.
Therefore, Poweo® will remain functional at all times.
Using the external charger
The external charger allows you to charge one battery while a second battery in being used.
To remove the Linak® battery from its compartment (device or wall charger):
1. Hold the handle with a hand facing up,
2. Close your hand while holding the handle,
3. Remove the battery by pulling towards you.
The handle top should be released from the bracket retaining lugs.
For installation, proceed with the reverse operations, taking care to verify that the battery is inserted
correctly.
The removal of the SCALEO® battery does not require any manipulation. It simply needs to be removed
by pulling it towards you. Its shape prevents it from being accidentally connected backwards or
improperly, either in the patient lifter or in the external charger.
The LED indicator of the charger displays the status of the recharge. Depending on the color of the LED
the user can monitor the different status:
CHARGER LED COLOR
MODE
Yellow - ●
The battery is not connected to the charger/ Reset
and battery analysis
Orange - ●
Fast recharge
Alternately green and yellow - ● / ●
Compensation charge
Green - ●
Slow charge/end of recharge
Alternately green and orange - ● / ●
Error or battery overheat

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Maintenance of the battery
Never recharge batteries in extreme temperatures. If the temperature is too high, the
battery charger may stop functioning for security reasons. If this occurs, place the battery
and the charger in a cool place, wait a few minutes so the security device let the charge
begin, and try again to recharge the battery.
If you plan to not use your lifter for a long time (≥ 1 month), proceed as follows to keep
your batteries in good conditions:
• Fully recharge your battery,
• Push the emergency button to OFF position,
• Remove the battery from its compartment,
• Store your battery charged in a cool, dry, well ventilated area,
• Check periodically (every month) the status of charge of the batteries: even if they
are disconnected, batteries tend to discharge.
Compliance with these precautions will help you keep your batteries longer and use your
equipment in the best conditions. Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty of
batteries that would come to fail due to lack of maintenance.
In case of an intensive use failing to meet the service factor of the lifter (2/10), a "battery
empty" false alarm may appear on the remote control. In this case do the following:
• Remove the battery from its compartment,
• Wait 10 seconds,
• Put the battery back on its compartment.
This operation allows the electronics to reset and cancels the “false” alarm.
The controls
Remote controls for Poweo® 215 and Poweo® 200 equipped with SCALEO electronics
The Poweo® patient lifter equipped with the SCALEO® power pack battery has two controls: one
remote control and one fixed control panel installed on the column of the patient lifter. The user can

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activate the functions of the lifter (up, down, opening of the legs, closing of the legs...) from both
controls indistinctly.
The Poweo® 215 with the standard 4-point suspension is equipped with "4 buttons" controls: lifting,
lowering, opening of the legs, closing of the legs. The Poweo® 200 with the electric tilting suspension is
equipped with "6 buttons" controls: lifting, lowering, opening of the legs, closing of the legs, sitting
position and lying position.
4 buttons controls for Poweo® 215 with the standard 4-point suspension
Hand control Control panel
6 buttons controls for the Poweo® 200 with electric tilting suspension
Hand control Control panel
Maintenance LED
Battery status LED
Lifting
Closing the legs
Lowering
Opening
the legs
Maintenance LED
Lowering
Opening the legs
Sitting position
Lying down
position
Battery status
LED
Closing the
legs
Lifting
Lifting
Lowering
Maintenance LED
Opening the legs
Battery status LED
Closing the legs
Opening
the legs
Sitting
position
Lifting
Maintenance LED
Battery status LED
Closing the legs
Lowering
Lying down position