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CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR PATIENT LIFT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
PATIENT LIFT
NOTE: Follow the maintenance procedures
described in this manual to keep your patient
lift in continuous service.
The Invacare Patient Lift is designed to provide a
maximum of safe, efficient and satisfactory service
with minimum care and maintenance.
All parts of the Invacare Lift are made of the best
grades of steel, but metal to metal contact will wear
after considerable use.
There is no adjustment or maintenance of either the
casters or brakes, other than cleaning, lubrication and
checking axle and swivel bolts for tightness. Remove
all debris, etc. from the wheel and swivel bearings. If
any parts are worn, replace these parts immediately.
If you question the safety of any part of the lift,
contact your Dealer immediately and advise him/
her of your problem.
Hydraulic Pump
All parts of the Hydraulic Pump are precision
machined, then carefully assembled and tested to
ensure reliable service. The pump assembly is
completely enclosed and sealed with Neoprene rings
to prevent leakage of hydraulic oil. A small amount
of oil (about a drop) will accumulate around the
piston from time to time and should be removed with
a facial tissue.
WARNING
The hydraulic pump is sealed at the factory and
if service is required, the pump unit MUST be
returned to the factory for repair. DO NOT
attempt to OPEN the hydraulic pump or obtain
local service. This will void the warranty and
might result in damage and costly repair.
Consult your dealer or write Invacare for
information.
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The casters MUST swivel and roll smoothly. A light
grease (waterproof auto lubricant) may be applied
to the ball bearing swivel of the casters once a year.
Apply more frequently if the casters are exposed to
extreme moist conditions.
The connection between the mast and the base should
be cleaned and coated with petroleum jelly prior to
assembly.
Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe all excess lubricant
from lift surface.
1. Swivel Bar at Mounting Bracket
2. Boom Mounting Bracket
3. Boom to Mast Mount
4. Mast Mounting Bracket
5. Base to Mast Mount
6. Rear Casters
7. Front Casters
Wear and Damage
It is important to inspect all stressed parts, such as
slings, spreader bar and any pivot for slings for signs
of cracking, fraying, deformation or deterioration.
Replace any defective parts immediately and ensure
that the lift is not used until repairs are made.
All sling metal parts should be inspected every three
(3) months, and if wear is apparent, replacement
must be made.
The Invacare lift is designed for minimum maintenance;
however, a six (6) month check and lubrication should
ensure continued safety and reliability.
Keep lift and slings clean and in good working order.
Any defect should be noted and reported to your dealer
as soon as possible.
Lubrication
Cleaning
The sling should be washed regularly in water tem-
perature of 140
o
F (60
o
C) and a biological solution. A
soft cloth, dampened with water and a small amount
of mild detergent, is all that is needed to clean the
patient lift. The lift can be cleaned with non-abrasive
cleaners. Auto wax or furniture polish will help main-
tain the sparkling finish over a long period of time.