Lumex Syatems LF2020 - Manual (Page 13)

LF2020/LF2090 Sit-To-Stand Patient Lift Owner’s Manual 13
Proper care and maintenance is essential to
keeping your Lumex patient lift in safe operating
condition.
In addition to inspecting the unit before each use,
periodic maintenance checks should be done as
needed. The lift should be thoroughly inspected by
a person qualified to recognize any signs of wear
and tear, and looseness of bolts or parts. Replace
any worn parts immediately.
We further recommend that this unit be serviced at
least once annually by an authorized dealer.
Warning: It is extremely important that the
patient lift be inspected before each use.
Ensure that all hardware and accessories
are secure and that the actuator is
functioning properly. Failure to do so could
result in patient / attendant injury or
damage to your patient lift. Torn, cut, frayed
or broken slings could fail, resulting in
serious injury. Use only slings in good
condition. Inspect before each use. Destroy
and discard old, worn and unusable slings.
When you believe a component or part is
not functioning properly, immediately
contact your authorized Graham-Field
Health Products dealer, as a potentially
hazardous condition could exist.
Before each use
Before each use of the patient lift, ensure that:
• All nuts and bolts are tight
• The lift moves freely (with caster brakes off )
• Rear caster brakes operate properly
• Base adjustment mechanism operates easily
Lubrication
Under normal use, your Lumex patient lift was
designed with minimum maintenance in mind;
however, a six (6) month check and lubrication
should ensure that your patient lift will remain in
peak operating condition. The casters MUST roll
and swivel freely. Lightweight waterproof grease
(such as automobile lubricant) should be applied
to the ball bearings of the casters every six (6)
months. Apply grease more frequently if the
casters are exposed to periods of excess
moisture. Lubricate all pivot points with
lightweight oil. Clean patient lift of all excess oil
and grease.
Before use of the patient lift, and every month
thereafter, place a drop of oil on the following areas:
• The point where mast and boom connect
• Caster axles
• The point where actuator and boom connect
Cleaning
Regular cleaning is recommended. A soft cloth,
dampened with water and a mild NON-ABRASIVE
detergent (household cleaner, soapy water, or
hospital grade disinfectant) is all that is needed
to clean your patient lift. Automobile wax or
furniture polish will help maintain the finish over
a long period of time.
DO NOT wash under water pressure or steam clean.
Checking for damage and wear
It is extremely important to frequently check the
areas of the patient lift that are under a great
deal of stress for damage and wear. These areas
include slings, spreader bars, spreader bar
suspension and mounting hardware, pump
mounting hardware and all pivot points. Inspect
for signs of cracking, fraying, deformation, and
any loose components. Replace any defective
parts immediately, and make certain that the
patient lift is not used until repairs are made.
Contact your authorized Graham-Field Health
Products dealer for replacement parts.
Care of sling
Lumex slings are easy to maintain. They are
washable at 150° F. The slings can be dried by
using a dryer on LOW heat or by hanging.
Note: Slings should not be bleached!
CARE AND MAINTENANCE