HILL-ROM LIKO VIKING M (01) PDF MANUAL

HILL-ROM LIKO VIKING M (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What should I do before using the lift?

Make sure that:

• the lift is assembled in accordance with the assembly instructions
• the lifting accessory is properly attached to the lift
• the batteries have been charged for at least 5 hours
• you have read the instruction guides for the lift and lifting accessories
• personnel using the lift are informed of the correct operation and use of the lift.

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What should I check before lifting?

Always make sure that:

• the lifting accessories are not damaged
• the lifting accessory is correctly attached to the lift
• the lifting accessory hangs vertically and can move freely
• the lifting accessory is selected appropriately, in terms of type, size, material and design, with regard to the patient’s needs
• the lifting accessory is correctly and safely applied to the patient in order to prevent injuries
• the latches are intact; missing or damaged latches must always be replaced
• the sling’s strap loops are correctly connected to the sling bar hooks when the sling straps are stretched up but before the patient is lifted from the underlying surface.

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How do I assemble the lift?

1. Lock both rear wheels and place the lift mast in the foot of the base.
2. Secure the lift mast in the locking handles provided. Adjust the position of the locking handles so that they point downwards. NOTE! Viking M mobile lift has an adjustable lift mast which can be set to three different levels. The middle hole is recommended in most cases. The lowest hole of the lift mast is recommended for extra high lifting height. The highest hole is recommended for lower lifting heights. The distance between two holes is 50 mm (2 in).
3. Connect the cables as follows:
   • Charger cable to socket 1
   • Cable from lift motor to socket 2
   • Cable for motor for base-width adjustment to socket 3.
4. Insert the cables through the opening in the cable lid. Push the lid up and secure with the provided Allen key and screws (2).
5. Place the battery in its bracket in the control box. Check that the battery is secured in its position.
6. Hang the hand control on the handle.
7. Place the quick reference guide in the holder on the lift mast.
8. Release the emergency stop by turning the button in the direction indicated by the arrows on the button.
9. Before initial use, charge the battery by plugging the charger cable into the connector cable. Then plug the charger cable into an electric outlet (100-240 V AC). (green/orange/orange) during the charging. The battery is fully charged after approx. 5 hours.
10. Place the charger cable on the hook provided on the mast after completed charging.

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How do I operate the lift using the operation panel?

There are 6 push buttons on the panel. For the symbols and indicator lights of the operation panel, please see below.

• Up / Down, adjust the lifting motion
• up / down, (slowly)
• Out / In, adjust the base width
• Emergency stop
  • Activate: Press the red button on the control box.
  • Reset: Turn the button in the direction indicated by the arrows on the button.
• *IR – communication, (green light) – Receives/Sends IR signals. *Overload (orange light) – Illuminates if the lift’s maximum load is exceeded, and the lift stops. The indicator turns off after 3 secs., and the lift operates again. *Service indicator (orange light) – Illuminates when service is needed. Contact the service technician authorized by Liko/Hill-Rom. *(red light) – When the light during lifting, the Liko™ Diagnostic System™ indicates that the expected life time for the lift is approaching its end. Contact the service technician authorized by Liko/Hill-Rom. *If shine continuously when lifting, the lift should be taken out of service. Contact the service.

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What do the symbols and indicator lights on the operation panel mean?

• The direction of the arrows applies when the hand control is held as shown in the picture. The lifting and base movement stops as soon as the push button is released.
• Up up, (slowly)
• Down down, (slowly)
• Base wider
• Base narrower Cable
• Activate Reset

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How do I operate the wheel locks?

The rear wheels can be locked to prevent rotating and turning. The locking/unlocking of the wheels is done with the foot.

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What should I ensure after assembly and charging?

• The motion of the lift arm corresponds to the buttons on the hand control/operation panel.
• The emergency lowering functions are working (mechanical and electrical).
• The wheel brakes are working.
• The base-width adjustment works.
• The batteries are charged.

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How do I use the electrical emergency feature?

Use the arrow buttons on the operation panel (up or down) until the patient being lifted is on strap loops of the sling can be unhooked.

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How do I move someone from a bed, chair, or toilet seat to the floor?

1. Place a pillow under the patient’s head for increased performance and comfort.
2. Always have the wheels locked.

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How do I enable the emergency lowering on Viking M mobile lift?

Lift the emergency lowering control straight up, lift until the sling can be unhooked (the function requires a load applied to the lift arm).

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How do I enable the emergency lowering on Viking L / Viking XL mobile lifts?

Turn the emergency lowering control clockwise, repeat the movements until the patient being lifted and the strap loops of the sling can be unhooked.

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What should I check before each lift?

• The Sling loops at opposite sides of the Sling are at the same height.
• All the Sling loops are fastened securely in to the Sling bar hooks.
• The Sling bar is level during the lift, see Figure 1.

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How do I charge the batteries?

• To obtain maximum service life, it is important to charge the batteries regularly. It is recommended to charge after use of the lift or every night. Maximum charge is obtained after about 5 hours. When the batteries are fully charged, the charger switches to “trickle charging” automatically. During charging the lights shine alternatively (orange, orange, green). For deeply discharged batteries, the indication for initiated charging can be delayed a few minutes.
• light. When the operation time is noticeably shortened, the batteries probably need changing. Stop charging and switch batteries. The lift cannot be charged with the emergency stop engaged. Never charge batteries in a wet area. NOTE! If the lift is not to be used for a long period, the battery should be connected to charging.
• With built-in charger: Check that the charger cable is connected to the control box outlet; see p. 5. Connect the charger cable to an electrical outlet (100-240 V AC).
• on the battery. If the charger cable is permanently stretched, it should be replaced in order to minimize the risk of the cable getting stuck and breaking.

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What should I do with old batteries?

Old batteries are to be deposited at the nearest recycling station or given to personnel authorized by Liko/Hill-Rom.

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Can the lift be used when the charger cable is plugged into a wall socket?

No, the lift cannot be used when the charger cable is plugged into a wall socket.

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How do I check the battery capacity?

Check the battery capacity by pressing the i-button (1). The following information can be read:

• 2 – Green light: More than 50% of the battery capacity remains.
• 3 – Orange light: 25–50% of the battery capacity remains.
• 4 – Orange light: 0–25% of the battery capacity remains. The indication lamps light up for about half a minute; they then go out. The battery capacity is also shown when the lift is in use.

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What do I do if the lift doesn’t go down with the operation panel?

1. Check that the emergency stop button has not been pressed.
2. Check the battery capacity.
3. Check that the hand control cable is connected correctly.
4. Electrical emergency lowering, use the operation panel to lower
5. Use the mechanical emergency lowering device to lower the
6. If the problem persists, please contact Liko/Hill-Rom.

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What do I do if the base-width adjustment doesn’t work with the operation panel?

1. Check that the emergency stop button has not been pressed.
2. Check that the cables to the control box are connected correctly.
3. Check that the charger cable is not connected to an electric outlet.
4. Check the battery capacity.
5. If the problem persists, please contact Liko/Hill-Rom.

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What do I do if the lift doesn’t work?

1. Check that the emergency stop button has not been pressed.
2. Check the battery capacity.
3. Check that the charger cable is not connected to an electric outlet.
4. Check that the hand control cable is correctly connected.
5. If the lift works via the operation panel, change the Hand Control.
6. If the problem persists, please contact Liko/Hill-Rom.

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What do I do if the charger doesn’t work?

1. Check that the emergency stop button has not been pressed.
2. Check that the charger cables are connected correctly.
3. Make sure that the battery is properly attached.
4. If the problem persists, please contact Liko/Hill-Rom.

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What do I do if the lift is stuck in the high position?

Contact Liko/Hill-Rom.

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What do I do if I hear unusual sounds?

Contact Liko/Hill-Rom.

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What details should I check each day the lift is used?

• Inspect the lift and check to make sure that there is no external damage.
• Check the sling bar attachment.
• Check the functionality of the latches.
• Check the integrity of the lifting motion and the base-width adjustment.
• Check to make sure that the emergency lowering (both electrical and mechanical) works.
• Charge the batteries each day the lift is used and then check that the charger works.
• When necessary, clean the lift with a moist cloth and check that the wheels are free from dirt. Find more detailed information regarding cleaning and disinfection of your Liko/Hill-Rom product in the document Care and Maintenance at our website: http://www.liko.com.

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What should I do during transport, or if the lift is not to be used for a long time?

During transport, or if the lift is not to be used for a long time, the Emergency Stop should be engaged.