Albatros - Chair Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Albatros Vermeiren

MANUEL D'UTILISATION

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG

Modern medical mobility device with articulated arms and a highlighted seat, no visible text or symbols on the device itself.

EN

Instructions for specialist dealer

This instruction manual is part and parcel of the product and must accompany every product sold.

Version: C, 2022-10

FR

All rights reserved, including translation.

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Contents

Contents....1

Preface....2

1 Your product....3

2 Before use 4

2.1 Intended use 4
2.2 General safety instructions....4

3 Using the patient hoist 5

3.1 Operating the lift....5
3.2 Slings 7
3.3 Battery and charging 8
3.4 Emergency....10

4 Installation and adjustment....11

4.1 Delivery 11
4.2 Assembly or dismantling 11
4.3 Swapping the battery 15

5 Maintenance....16

5.1 Time of maintenance.... 16
5.2 Shipping and storage 17
5.3 Cleaning 17
5.4 Disinfection 17
5.5 Inspection....18
5.6 Expected lifespan....18
5.7 Reuse....18
5.8 End of use....18

6 Troubleshooting....19

7 Technical specifications....20

Preface

Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren patient hoist!

This product is made by qualified and committed personnel. It is designed and produced according to high quality standards, guarded by Vermeiren.

Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this patient hoist and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will help you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your product.

If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your specialist dealer. He/she will be glad to help you.

Important note

To ensure your safety and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care of it and have it checked and serviced on a regular basis.

This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to implement changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products previously delivered.

Pictures of the product are used to clarify the instructions in this manual. Details of the depicted product may deviate from your product.

Information available

On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always find the most recent version of the information in this manual. Please consult this website regularly for possible updates.

Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it read out by means of a text-to-speech software application.

This user manual For user and specialist dealer

Service manual For specialist dealer

EC declaration of conformity

1 Your product

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 VERMEIREN

1. Buttons for mounting straps

2. Cantilever arm

3. Transport holder for motor

4. Motor

5. Leg support

6. Chassis

7. Footplate

8. Caster

9. Transport holder for cantilever arm

10. Battery

11. Emergency stop

12. Control box

13. Pole

14. Handle for pushing

15. Manual operation

16. Foldaway lock

17. Safety spindle

18. Chassis expansion pedal

19. Caster with brake

2 Before use

2.1 Intended use

In this paragraph a brief description of the intended use of your patient hoist is given. Additionally, relevant warnings are added to the instructions in the other paragraphs. In this way we would like to make you aware of the possible misuse that may appear.

• Indications and contraindications: This patient hoist is meant to be operated by an attendant to transfer sitting patients between e.g. wheelchairs, nursing beds and bathrooms. The patient hoist is designed and produced to be a transport/transfer aid for elderly persons or persons who suffer from paralysis, limb loss or defects, stiff or damaged joints, cardiovascular problems, cachexia, ... . When used accordingly, no contraindications are known.
  • This patient hoist is suitable for indoor use.
• This patient hoist is designed and produced solely to transport/transfer one (1) person with a maximum weight of 150 kg. It is not designed for transportation of goods or objects, nor for any use other than previously described.
• Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.
• Please read all technical details and limits of your patient hoist in chapter 7.
• The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause the warranty to lapse.

2.2 General safety instructions

CAUTION

Risk of injuries and/or damage

Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured or your patient hoist may get damaged.

Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:

• The patient hoist must only be operated by qualified staff who have been instructed or trained in its specific application.
• Do not exceed the maximum load for the patient hoist. This will shut down the control box.
• In case of different user weights for patient hoist and slings, always observe the lowest user weight.
• An attendant needs to be present during the lifting operation.
• Be aware that some parts of the patient hoist may get very hot or cold due to ambient temperature, solar radiation or heating devices. Be careful when touching.
• The patient hoist has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility and complies with the standard. Nevertheless, sources of electromagnetic fields may influence the performance of the patient hoist, such as the fields of mobile phones, power generators or high-power energy sources. On the other hand, the electronics of the patient hoist can affect other electronic appliances too.
• Only use the patient hoist on flat surfaces where all castors touch the ground and where there is sufficient contact to operate the patient hoist safely. Do not take obstacles with the patient hoist while transferring a patient.
• Do not use the patient hoist in wet or humid environments.
• Alterations or substitutions should not be made to the patient hoist securement points or to structural and frame parts or components without consulting the manufacturer.
• Make sure that your hands, clothes, belts, buckles or jewellery don't get caught by wheels or other moving parts during use.
• Be careful with sources of ignition such as lit cigarettes as they may set the sling alight.

In case a serious incident has occurred involving your product, notify Vermeiren or your specialist dealer as well as the competent authority in your country.

3 Using the patient hoist

3.1 Operating the lift

CAUTION

Risk of injuries and/or damage

• When using the lift, make sure that there is sufficient room around and above it, as the adjustment movements could otherwise lead to damage or injury.
  • Always be aware of the lifting arm to avoid injury.
• Only slings that have been designed and approved for the patients must be used (see usage instructions for the various slings). Use of any other slings is at your own risk.
• Only use the handles to push/pull the patient hoist, no other components.

Please observe the technical information according to which the patient hoist may be operated. The patient hoist must only be operated by authorised staff who have been trained in its use and operation.

3.1.1 Altering the chassis width

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a cart with wheels and directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

To get the lift around a wheelchair or other seating furniture, or to increase the stability of the lift in the standing position, the separation of the chassis legs can be increased.

Stand behind the assembled lift and take hold of the handles for pushing the patient hoist (on the left and right, next to the control box). Press the lever at the bottom of the chassis (left or right) down with your foot, and the separation of the legs of the chassis can be increased or decreased.

3.1.2 Parking brakes

Mechanical component diagram showing a rotating wheel assembly with directional arrow (no text or symbols)

Secure the two casters at the back of the chassis by pressing the caster brake plates down gently to their end stops with the tip of your foot. To release the brake, push the brake plate gently back up again with the front of your foot until the casters are free.

3.1.3 Footplate

Technical diagram of a robotic vehicle with labeled parts 1 and 2, showing structural components and directional arrows.

The footplate ① can be mounted or removed with the hooks ② to/from the chassis of the patient hoist.

3.1.4 Leg support

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

- Do not drop the leg support on the patient when adjusting.

LINAK ① ② ③

The leg support ① can be mounted on the bar of the patient hoist ② with the safety pin ③.

The leg support is meant to keep the legs of the patient in the correct position and to support the legs of the patient while standing up.

The leg supports can be adjusted in depth and 5 different heights.

1 = Bar for height adjustment 2 = Lever for depth adjustment

Height from footplate to top of leg support	Position
520 mm	Hole 1
495 mm	Hole 2
470 mm	Hole 3
445 mm	Hole 4
420 mm	Hole 5

3.1.5 Raising and lowering the cantilever arm

The manual control allows the cantilever arm to be adjusted smoothly to any point.

① = Raise the cantilever arm
② = Lower the cantilever arm

When using the lift function until the end of the hoist motor, the limit switch is activated by electronics (security function). Use the lifting function only in the middle of the adjustment range.

1 2

3.1.6 Moving the patient hoist

Risk of injuries

- Be careful passing through restricted passages (e.g. doors).

1. Stand behind the patient hoist and grasp the handles (left and right, next to the control box) with both hands.
2. Make sure that both back caster brakes have been released.
3. Push the patient hoist slowly into the desired position.

When it is not loaded, we advise you to pull the patient hoist backwards, which makes it easier to get round any obstacles (door frames, corners of rooms or furniture).

3.1.7 Turn the patient hoist around his axle

Risk of injuries

• Be careful there are no people or objects in the swing range of the patient hoist.

• Turn the patient hoist carefully and slowly around his axle, so that the patient cannot swing out.

• Open the legs of the patient hoist to give more stability.

• Activate the brakes.
• Place the patient in the patient hoist with the appropriate sling. (refer to sling manual for instructions of placing the patient in the hoist).
• Lift the patient from the ground, chair, bed, ...
• Loosen both brakes of the rear wheels.
• Stand behind the patient hoist and grasp the handgrips (left and right next to the control box) with both hands.
• Now turn the patient hoist carefully, slowly around on the same place. Be careful you do not touch any objects with the legs of the patient hoist.
• When you are turned in the good position, you can lift the patient down.

3.2 Slings

Risk of injuries

• Only use appropriate slings for the patients.
• Do not use damaged slings.
• Read the full slings manual first.
• Only use compatible slings approved by Vermeiren.

3.2.1 Attaching to the buttons of the patient hoist

The slings are attached by the mounting straps. These mounting straps shall be suspended on the buttons of the patient hoist.

The mounting straps of the slings have 3 loops in different colors.

Black Yellow Red

Mounting strap sling

Buttons for mounting strap

Buttons of the patient hoists "Albatros"

With the 3 different loops it is possible to raise patients from different heights.

Color	Description
Red	Tall patients, the hands of the patient can come close to the grip arms of the patient hoist so the patient can help actively to stand up.
Yellow	Combination
Black	Small patients: Patient is relatively short compared to the height of the buttons.

3.3 Battery and charging

3.3.1 Battery

Close-up of a white industrial mechanical component with a red knob, shown in an oval detail (no text or symbols visible)

The battery is above the control box and is replaceable with an integrated clip system.

Primary voltage	24 VDC
Ambient temperature	+5°C to +40°C
Ambient storage temperature	-10° to +40°C
Relative storage humidity	max. 80% (non-condensing)
Conformity	tested in accordance with IEC 60601-1

3.3.2 Control box + included battery charger

Close-up of a white industrial cutting tool with a red knob and green base, shown in an oval view (no text or symbols visible)

The control box is designed with a red emergency stop and an internal battery charger.

Primary voltage	100 - 240 VAC / 50/60 Hz
Secondary voltage (charging voltage)	24 VDC, max. 250 VA
Secondary current (charging current)	max. 10 A
Safeguards	Protected against reverse polarisation, electrical surges and extreme temperature
Ambient temperature	+5°C to +40°C
Ambient storage temperature	-10° to +40°C
Relative storage humidity	max. 80% (non-condensing)
Conformity	tested in accordance with IEC 60601-1

We reserve the right to introduce technical changes.

3.3.3 External charger (OPTIONAL)

3D rendering of a rectangular electronic device casing with mounting holes and internal components (no text or symbols visible)

The external charger shall be mounted on the wall. It is possible to charge the spare battery (optional) with this external charger and you have no waiting time to use the patient hoist when charging the batteries.

Primary voltage	100 - 240 VAC / 50/60 Hz
Charging current	max. 650 mA
Ambient temperature	+5°C to +40°C
Ambient storage temperature	-10° to +40°C
Relative storage humidity	max. 80% (non-condensing)

3.3.4 Charging the batteries

Use only the control box with included battery charger on the Eagle 625 or the external charger meant to be mounted on the wall.

We recommend that you should regularly recharge the batteries in order to ensure that the hoist remains usable and to extend the lifespan of the batteries. The control box will give a warning sound to tell you when the battery charge is low.

First use

First, insert the supply cable with the connector side into the appropriate connector on the control box. The plug side of the supply cable must be insert in the socket outlet. The loading time is about 24 hours.

Recharging

WARNING: Risk of injury – Do not use the lift when the supply cable is connected in the socket outlet.

When the battery is running low, half of the green LED will blink and a single beep can be heard when the hoist is activated.

If the LED is blinking and a continuous beep can be heard, there are only two cycles left on the battery.

When the batteries are recharging, half of the LED will light green. The battery is fully charged once the LED is fully green.

After the recharging process is completed, you should always remove the mains plug from the socket first and then remove the connector plug from the control box.

Do not use the lift while it is being recharged!

If the batteries are not used for a significant period, they discharge slowly by themselves (deep discharge). It then becomes impossible to recharge them. You should therefore recharge the batteries at least once a month even if they are not being used.

3.4 Emergency

In cases for emergency the emergency stop and the function for lowering in an emergency must be used.

3.4.1 Emergency stop

In emergencies, and during assembly and disassembly, the emergency stop is activated by pressing the red button on the control box.

Push on the button and turn in the direction of the arrows. If the button is fully pressed to the back turn back in the opposite direction of the arrows.

The emergency stop is deactivated by turning the red button in the direction of the arrows.

Close-up of a white robotic arm with a red button and blue arrow indicator (no text or symbols)

3.4.2 Emergency lowering

WARNING: Risk of injury – Adjust the manual emergency lowering for the weight of the patient.

Emergency lowering if the power fails or the batteries are empty can be done using the red pull button ① at the lower end of the motor. This emergency lowering is factory-set for a patient weight of 75 kg.

Standard calibration: 3000N, 16 mm/s to lower the patiënt.

Please note that the manual emergency lowering is only possible when the patient is sitting in the patient hoist.

Mechanical component with a cylindrical shaft and base, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the object itself)

4 Installation and adjustment

The patient hoist is delivered fully assembled by your specialist dealer.

The instructions in this chapter are for the specialist dealer.

To find a service facility or specialist dealer near you, contact the nearest Vermeiren facility.

WARNING: Risk of unsafe limitations - Use only the limitations described in this manual.

4.1 Delivery

The Vermeiren Albatros patient hoist shall be delivered with:

• chassis including 4 casters (2 with brakes)
• pole, including handles for pushing
• cantilever arm with attachment for sling
  • control box (+ included battery charger)
• battery
• manual control
• motor
• instruction manual
• foot plate
• leg support

Before use check if everything is included and that no products are damaged (example by transport, ...).

Please note that the basic configuration may vary from one European country to another. Please contact the specialist dealer in your country for more information.

4.2 Assembly or dismantling

4.2.1 Unpacking

WARNING: Risk of injury - After unpacking and before further assembly, always first confirm that the emergency stop (the red pushbutton on the control box) is pressed in.

The patient hoist packaging has been selected to provide the best possible protection during transport.

Diagram of a vehicle chassis inside a vehicle cabin with an arrow indicating motion direction (no text or labels)

Diagram of a mechanical device with a rotating wheel and directional arrow (no text or symbols)

1. Take the patient hoist out of the box and check that all the items have been delivered and that the individual parts do not have any visible defects. If there is any damage, please contact your sales office.

2. Before assembly, put on the caster brakes to make sure that the lift cannot be moved unintentionally. Push the caster brake plate down gently to its end stop with the front of your foot. To release the brake, push the brake plate gently back up again with the front of your foot until the caster is free.

4.2.2 Assembly

WARNING: Risk of clamping - Take care that no body parts and wires get trapped, crushed or cut during assembly.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical linkage assembly (no text or symbols)

1. Remove the safety spindle (locking pin) from the bottom end of the pole by gently pressing the button at the head of the spindle. The safety spindle can now be removed easily.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical suspension system with wheels and a curved arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

1. Undo the transport lock (wing screw) gently and the pole can now be raised.

click

2.a The standing position safety (traction screw) clicks audibly into place once the pole is put in its final position.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with gears and linkages (no text or symbols)

1. ⚠️ WARNING: Risk of injury - Make sure that the safety spindle is correctly inserted.

Fix the pole in place by pushing the safety spindle at the end of the pole in with the pushbutton depressed until its other end clearly protrudes. Release the pushbutton on the safety spindle and check that it cannot be pulled out.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lift mechanism with no visible text or symbols

1. Remove the cantilever arm from the top end of the pole (2). This is possible by pulling on the pen (1).

Technical diagram showing a mechanical device with labeled components and an arrow indicating assembly or transformation.

1. Remove the actuator gently by pulling out of the black clip (1).

2. Attach the actuator on the cantilever arm by the locking pin (2). Take care that the actuator is positioned very well between the cantilever arm.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

1. Attach the footplate with the hooks to the chassis of the patient hoist.

Line drawing of a wheeled vehicle with a lift and wheels (no text or symbols)

1. Attach the leg support by the locking pin. Position the leg support to the desired height and depth.

4.2.3 Dismantling

WARNING: Risk of clamping - Take care that no body parts and wires get trapped, crushed or cut during dismantling.

⚠ WARNING: Risk of injury - Check the emergency stop (red pushbutton on the control box) is activated, to avoid unintentional adjustment movements.

Mechanical component diagram showing a rotating wheel with directional arrow (no text or symbols)

1. Secure the two casters at the back of the chassis by pressing the caster brake plates down gently to their end stops with the tip of your foot. To release the brake, push the brake plate gently back up again with the front of your foot until the casters are free.

Line drawing of a mechanical support system with wheels and a handle (no text or symbols)

1. Remove the leg support by the locking pin.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

1. Remove the footplate from the chassis of the patient hoist.

Technical diagram showing a mechanical device with labeled parts and directional arrows, including a zoomed-in view of the component.

1. Dismantle the actuator (motor) from the cantilever arm by removing the locking pin (1).

2. Move the actuator to the bottom position and place the actuator in the black clip (2).

Technical diagram showing a mechanical lift assembly with labeled components and directional arrow indicating motion or assembly.

1. Move the cantilever arm to the bottom position (1). Fasten the pen on the top end of the pole in the hole of the cantilever arm (2).

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a bracket with mounting holes and a triangular component (no text or symbols)

1. Remove the safety spindle (locking pin) from the bottom end of the pole by gently pressing the button at the head of the spindle. The safety spindle can now be removed easily.

Mechanical linkage mechanism diagram showing motion arrows and joints (no text or symbols)

1. ⚠️ WARNING: Risk of injury - Once the pole is unlocked, its own weight can cause considerable downward forces to be exerted.

Pull out the standing position safety (traction screw) until the pole is released and can be tilted. The pole can now be tilted forwards.

Tip the pole as far as possible forward.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical bracket assembly (no text or symbols)

9. ⚠️ WARNING: Risk of injury - Make sure that the safety spindle is correctly inserted.

Fix the pole in place by pushing the safety spindle at the end of the pole in with the pushbutton depressed until its other end clearly protrudes. Release the pushbutton on the safety spindle and check that it cannot be pulled out again.

4.3 Swapping the battery

• We shall decline all liability for damage caused by the use of improper battery.
- Do not use the battery at temperatures below +5°C or above +50°C (the ideal is +20°C).
• If the battery is opened, all liability of the manufacturer shall be voided as well as any claim.

Three white industrial cutting tool holders with red calipers, shown from different angles (no text or symbols visible)

The battery of the patient hoist can be swapped by an integrated clip system.

To swap the battery pull on the integrated clip system. The plate will be lifted and the battery can be taken off the holder (control box).

5 Maintenance

5.1 Time of maintenance

CAUTION

Risk of injuries and damage

Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons and only genuine replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used (see the maintenance manual).

i The last page of this manual contains a registration form for the specialist dealer to record each service.

The service frequency depends on the frequency and intensity of use. Contact your dealer to agree to a common timetable for inspection/maintenance/repair.

For the maintenance manual, refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com.

Before each use

Inspect the following points:

• All parts: present and undamaged or unworn.
  • All parts: clean, see §5.3.
  • Condition of frame parts: no deformation, instability, weakness or loose connections.
• Brakes: no visible damage and/or dirt.
• Control box, manual control, battery charger, relevant cables: no damage such as wires that have become frayed, broken or exposed. Check that the electrical adjustment of the cantilever arm is working properly, using the manual control.
  • Battery status: charge the battery when necessary, see §3.3.

Approx. every 8 weeks

Depending on the frequency of use, check the following:

• Lubrication of the joints of the cantilever arm
• Condition of the casters
- Whether there is any visible damage to the casing of the control box, battery, battery charger and the manual controls
• Whether the cables are fit for use
- Recharge the battery

Approx. every 6 months or for every new user

Depending on the frequency of use check the following:

• Cleanliness
• General condition
• Casters are working

If the resistance to rotation is too great, clean the casters. If this is insufficient, please consult your dealer.

Yearly or more often

Have the patient hoist inspected and serviced by your specialist dealer, at least once a year, or more often. The minimum maintenance frequency depends on use and should therefore be commonly agreed upon with your specialist dealer.

5.2 Shipping and storage

• Shipping and storage should happen according to the technical specifications in §7. Make sure that the patient hoist is stored dry.
• Prevent cables from being crushed or bent with kinks.
• Disconnect the patient hoist from the socket.
• Provide sufficient covering or packaging to protect the patient hoist against rust and foreign bodies. (e.g. salt water, sea air, sand, dust).
• Store all removed parts together in one place (or mark them if necessary) to avoid mixing up with other products when re-assembling (e.g. the charger).
• Make sure no objects are stored on or against the patient hoist and its components to prevent damage.

5.3 Cleaning

CAUTION

Risk of damage by moisture

• Never use a hose or high-pressure cleaner.
• Use a mild commercial detergent to remove stubborn dirt.
  • Stains can be removed by using a sponge or a soft brush.
  • Do not use strong cleaning liquids like solvents, nor use hard brushes.

5.3.1 Plastic parts

Clean plastic parts of your patient hoist with commercial plastic cleaners. Read the specific product information and only use a soft brush or soft sponge.

5.3.2 Coating

The patient hoist consists of steel components. The high quality of the surface layer guarantees optimal protection against corrosion. If the outer coat is damaged by scratching or in some other way, get your specialist dealer to repair the affected surface.

When cleaning, only use warm water and normal household detergents and soft brushes and cloths. Ensure that no wetness gets into the tubes.

5.3.3 Electronics casing

WARNING: Risk of injury - The emergency stop must be activated before maintenance work, so that no unintentional adjustment movements can be made.

Wipe the control box, motor casing and manual controls down with a cloth moistened by a few drops of a commercial domestic cleaner. Do not use abrasives or sharp-edged polishing equipment like a metal scrubber or brush, as these can scratch the surface of the manual control and destroy its water repelling property.

Regularly check the plug connectors for corrosion or damage, as these could affect the functional integrity of the electronics.

The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by insufficient maintenance.

5.4 Disinfection

All parts of the patient hoist can be treated by scrubbing with a commercial disinfectant. Follow the instructions on the disinfectant.

Washing instructions for slings can be found in the slings manual and on the label of each sling.

5.5 Inspection

In principle we recommend one inspection every year, and a minimum of one before usage is resumed. All of the following checks must be performed and documented by authorized persons:

• Check the cabling (in particular for crushing, wear, cuts, visible parts of the insulation of the inner wires, visible metal wire cores, kinks, bulges, colour changes of the outer sleeve, brittle spots, and safe positioning so that mechanical effects such as being cut or crushed are not probable).
• Visual inspection of the frame parts to check for plastic deformation and/or wear and tear (frame, motor suspension, cantilever arm, spreader bar).
• Visually check for damage to the paintwork (danger of corrosion).
  • Visual inspection of all casings for damage; screws must be tight.
• Verify the amount of grease on the metal joints of movable parts
• Visually check all plastic parts for cracks and brittle spots
• Review the charger, control box + included charger residual discharge current (A) based on VDE 0702
• Review the charger, control box + included charger insulation resistance (MO) based on VDE 0702
• Functional test of the cantilever arm (lubrication of the joint parts, range of adjustability, deformation, wear and tear)
• Check the functioning of the hoist drives (during a test drive → noises, speed, free running, etc.), if necessary: Measure the performance, first with no load and then with the nominal load ("SWL"), to investigate the wear and tear of the motors by comparing the values for the electric current against the values when it was delivered.
  • Functional test of the emergency stop
  • Functional test of the emergency lowering
  • Completeness of the delivery condition, instruction manual available?

Checking measurements may only be carried out by skilled persons trained on the patient hoist at least and at least under the supervision of an electrician who knows the checking instruments and processes. Only an electrician can release the patient hoist for use after making the measurements and carrying out the servicing.

The service must only be signed off in the maintenance plan if a minimum of all the above-mentioned aspects have been checked.

5.6 Expected lifespan

The average lifespan of the patient hoist is 8 years. Depending on the frequency of use, storage, maintenance, servicing and cleaning, the lifespan of the patient hoist will increase or decrease.

5.7 Reuse

Before each reuse, have the patient hoist disinfected, inspected and serviced according to the instructions in this chapter.

5.8 End of use

At end of life, you need to dispose of the patient hoist according to the local environmental legislation. The best way to do so, is to disassemble the patient hoist to facilitate the transport of recyclable parts.

6 Troubleshooting

Table 1: Troubleshooting

Problem	Cause of problem	Problem solving
Noisy sound of the moving parts (example: cantilever arm).	Lubrication is necessary.	Lubricate the moving parts.(Do not lubricate the actuator!)
Actuator makes an unusual sound.	The actuator is damaged.	Replace the actuator or contact your specialist dealer.
Patient hoist does not lift anymore.	1. Electric actuator is damaged.2. The user weight is too high (system status LED blinks, two beeps can be heard).3. Manual control or actuator are not connected.4. Battery not connected or not connected properly to control box.5. Battery too low.6. Emergency stop is activated (system status LED is on).	1. Replace the actuator.2. Use a patient hoist with higher maximum user weight.3. Check connections. If necessary connect manual control or actuator.4. Check battery is installed or the connection of the battery.5. Charge the batteries or replace.6. Deactivate the emergency stop.
Lowering the patient in case of emergency does not work.	There is required a minimum weight load to lower the patient.	If the patient weight is too low pull down slightly on the cantilever arms or adjust the lowering speed.
Battery cannot be charged	1. Batteries not fitted correctly to control box.2. Mains cable defect.3. Batteries are defected.4. Control box with included charger is defected5. Battery charger is defected	1. Check batteries are connected to the control box.2. Change mains cable.3. Replace battery.4. Replace control box with included charger.5. Replace new battery charger.

7 Technical specifications

w1 m w2 w3 1 600 n a1 a2 b Forward direction p q 700 r c

Table 2: Technical specifications

Brand	Vermeiren
Type	Patient hoist
Model	Albatros

Description	Measurement in drawing	Dimensions
Lowest CAP position*	l	1040 mm
Highest CAP position*	k	1739 mm
Lifting range (range of heights)	m	699 mm
Leg length		965 mm
Total length		1046 mm
Minimum leg separation	r	467 mm
Maximum leg separation	q	749 mm
Leg height / Frame height	n	117 mm
Overall width (closed), external dimension		584 mm
Overall width (opened), castors forwards	p	945 mm
Folded length		1030 mm
Folded height		500 mm
Folded width		584 mm
Min. distance between wall / CSP* (minimum height)	w3	188 mm
Min. distance between wall / CSP* (maximum reach)	w2	293 mm
Min. distance between wall / CSP* (maximum height)	w1	762 mm
Turning circle		1133 mm
Total weight		44,85 kg
Weight of chassis + motor		34,15 kg
Weight of battery		2,90 kg
Weight of footplate		4,55 kg
Weight of leg support		2,80 kg
Weight attachment of leg support		0,40 kg
Maximum load		150 kg
Free height, minimum		57 mm
Maximum reach at 600 mm with leg support	a1	100 mm
Maximum reach at 600 mm without leg support	a2	368 mm
Maximum reach from support	b	450 mm
Reach from support at separation 700 mm	c	375 mm
Power outlet		24V --- max. 250 VA
Supply voltage		120-240V ~ max. 37-53 VA
Maximum current drawn		max. 350 mA
Operating temperature		+5 to +40°C (+41 °F to 104°F)

Brand	Vermeiren
Type	Patient hoist
Model	Albatros

Description	Measurement in drawing	Dimensions
Relative humidity		20% to 80% at 30°C, non-condensing
Noise level		< 50 dB(A)
Air pressure		700 to 1060 hPa
Control box		Linak CAL40
Battery		Linak BAL40
Manual control		Linak HB3X0L0
Motor		Linak LA34 (7500N)
Control box protection class		IPX4
Battery protection class		IPX5
Manual control protection class		IPX5
Motor protection class		IP54
Insulation class		II - Type B
Operational performance		approx. 40 lifts per charge
Lifting/Lowering speed		28 sec.
Periodic operation		max. 10%, or 2 min. continuous operation/18 min. pauses
Battery capacity		2.9 Ah
Emergency stop		Yes
Manual lowering in emergency		Yes
Electrical lowering in emergency		No
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance ± 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°

1 = Highest position, 2 = Maximum reach, 3 = Lowest position
* CSP = Central suspension point

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