Arjo Joerns Voyager, Instructions For Use Manual

Page 1: ...DO NOT DESTROY KEEP ENC OSED KEY AND MANUAL WITH THE LIFT AT ALL TIMES 001 08075 04 Rev 13 08 2019 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Voyager ...

Page 2: ...ging to the Arjo group of companies Arjo 2019 As our policy is one of continuous improvement we reserve the right to modify designs without prior notice The content of this publication may not be copied either whole or in part without the consent of Arjo ...

Page 3: ... Lift and Charging Station 10 Hand Control 11 How to Use the Voyager 12 Before Approaching the Patient 12 Transferring the Patient 13 Emergency Lowering 14 Emergency Brake 14 Battery Information 14 Charging the Battery 15 Care and Maintenance 16 Preventive Maintenance Schedule 16 User Inspections 16 Inspections by an Authorized Service Technician 17 Cleaning the Lift 18 Daily Checklist 19 Strap In...

Page 4: ...e suitable for patients in the sitting sitting recumbent and recumbent positions Service and Support A service routine must be done on your Voyager by Joerns Healthcare trained service staff This will ensure the product remains safe and functional See Care and Maintenance section Please contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent for any of the following more information report an unexpected event ...

Page 5: ... Intended Use The Voyager is designed for lifting patients in a homecare setting at nursing homes and other assisted living centres Patient transfer must be done under the supervision of trained caregivers as per the instructions therein The product must only be used for the purposes stated above It must be installed by Joerns Healthcare authorized personnel as per local codes Operational Life The...

Page 6: ...the lifter is rated for safe operation IPN1N2 Degree of protection provided by enclosure N1 Ingress of particles N2 Ingress of water Direct current Alternating current Type BF applied part Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range Keep dry Indicates the product is a Medical Device according to EU Medical Device Regulation 2017 745 Charger Related Symbol Key to Symbol Class II electrical...

Page 7: ...t contact your local Joerns Healthcare agent for servicing NOTE Joerns Healthcare lifts are designed for Arjo Easytrack rail systems Joerns Healthcare slings and accessories WARNING The Voyager is intended to be used for patients whose weight is within a specified safe working load Do not attempt to lift more than the lowest weight limit indicated on the following the rail system the maximum load ...

Page 8: ...r expose the device to water or moisture Check nameplate for input voltage and frequency requirements These ones differ by country Do not attempt to use the lift in an area that has a different voltage and frequency requirement Read battery and charger instructions thoroughly before using or storing them Fire and Explosion Prevention Do not place or store the battery under direct sunlight or near ...

Page 9: ...longs to the device by comparing the battery label with the technical specifications in the Instructions for Use If battery type cannot be confirmed call your Joerns Healthcare agent Do not expose the battery or chargers to flames To avoid bodily injury do not crush puncture open dismantle or otherwise mechanically interfere with the battery Stop using the battery if any damage or deformation is n...

Page 10: ...arts Designation Voyager Lift and Charging Station Fig 1 Legend 1 Emergency lowering key 5 Support 9 Battery 2 Strap 6 UP button 10 Emergency stop Battery eject button 3 Carabiner 7 DOWN button 11 Charger 4 Hand Control unit 8 Charging Station ...

Page 11: ...ignation 11 001 08075 04 rev 13 Hand Control The Voyager s hand control is used to operate the lift Each function is described in Fig 2 The up and down buttons raise or lower the lift Fig 2 UP button DOWN button ...

Page 12: ...d can provide a comfortable cradle for amputee patient It is also a useful method for patients with contractures making it difficult to bring a sling strap between the legs Fig 5 Method 3 Abduction Legs opened with non crossing straps In this method legs are held in abduction which is convenient for toileting and hygiene care WARNING All rails must be closed with end stoppers or connected to other...

Page 13: ...tion the patient 12 Once the patient is properly seated and the straps are loose remove the sling from the lift CAUTION Push the knob completely over to ensure that the quick release will work properly The quick release will not work if there is tension on the strap Make sure the strap has some slack in it before attempting to slide the knob over DO NOT force the knob It should slide easily Note T...

Page 14: ...he battery Make sure the battery belongs to the device by comparing the battery label with the technical specifications in this manuel If battery type cannot be confirmed call your Joerns Healthcare agent Battery life depends on many factors frequency of use frequency of charging temperature of operation storage and storage time Make sure to have a replacement battery ready when needed Have the fa...

Page 15: ...e lift is not in use If the low battery indicator beeps be sure to recharge the battery as soon as possible Charge the battery until the charging indicator light is a solid yellow before using the lift again This will extend the life of the battery NOTE Joerns Healthcare uses sealed lead acid batteries These batteries are not affected by any memory effect Therefore batteries should not be complete...

Page 16: ... is recommended Service and preventive maintenance can be arranged with the manufacturer Preventive maintenance specified in this manual can prevent accidents and reduce repair costs WARNING Safety related maintenance and authorized service must be carried out by qualified personnel fully trained in servicing procedures by Joerns Healthcare and equipped with correct tools and proper documentation ...

Page 17: ...NITIALLY BEFORE EVERY USE EVERY 2 MONTHS EVERY 4 MONTHS EVERY YEAR EVERY 2 YEARS Authorized Service Replace strap X Inspect the welding aspect on the frame to detect cracks X Inspect transmission X Inspect connecting joints for proper attachment X Verify that the emergency brake on the drum is turning freely X Verify emergency devices for good functioning X Load test with SWL maximum working capac...

Page 18: ...ey wheels clean the inside of the rail every 4 months To do so insert a damp cloth in the opening and slide it from one end of the rail to the other NOTE It is recommended to clean the lift and its accessories between each patient use NOTE Pay special attention to areas pointed in These are most likely to enclose germs Use a smaller brush and or cotton swab to reach them CAUTION Do not drench the ...

Page 19: ...g the battery If you store or ship the Voyager ensure that the power is turned off push the battery eject button beforehand Battery Replacement Replace the battery when there is a noticeable reduction in the number of transfers that can be performed between charges If you hear the Voyager lift beeping see the instructions in the Troubleshooting section of this manual to determine if there is a pro...

Page 20: ... Annual Inspection The Voyager and its accessories must be inspected annually by a qualified technician UK Regulation WARNING The slings should be checked before and after use and if necessary washed as per instructions on the sling This is especially important when using the same equipment for another patient This minimizes the risk of cross infection WARNING The Voyager and accessories must be s...

Page 21: ...revent the lift from working if there is no tension If all of the previous points have been checked without success you probably have a motor or electrical problem You need to call your Joerns Healthcare agent The unit starts and stops repetitively If the load is more than safe working load the unit will not work due to an overload protection on the motor Has the lift been making a beeping sound T...

Page 22: ...ery to see if there is any damage in the lift battery s slot If so call your Joerns Healthcare agent If not discard the damaged battery Cannot remove battery from the lift See How to Use the Voyager section under Charging the Battery on how to correctly remove the battery If the battery will not come out of the lift tilt the lift to the side so that the battery opening is under the lift With your ...

Page 23: ...08075 04 rev 13 Labels on the Lift Fig 11 1 Product name 2 Emergency stop button 3 Emergency lowering system access label 4 Quick release system label 5 Serial number label 6 Charger information label 7 Battery information label ...

Page 24: ...Provides up to 30 transfers with a load of 80 kg 176 lb Degree of protection Hand Control IPX7 Degree of protection Voyager IPX0 Keep dry Lift protection class shock prevention Internally powered equipment Battery Charger input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 50 VA Battery Charger output 24 VDC 1 A 24 VA Battery Charger safety protection Class 2 double insulated OPERATION CONDITIONS Ambient temperature range...

Page 25: ...s or an electrical cord should be disassembled and recycled per Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE or in accordance with local or national regulation The product Components that are primarily be made up of different kinds of metal containing more than 90 metal by weight for example sling bars rails upright supports etc should be recycled as metals ...

Page 26: ...cked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation If such use is necessary this equipment and the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally WARNING The equipment may cause radio interference or may disrupt the operation of nearby equipment It may be necessary to take action such as reorienting relocating the equipment or s...

Page 27: ... Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment Surge IEC 61000 4 5 2 kV AC Mains Line to Ground 1 kV AC Mains Line to Line 2 kV AC Mains Line to Ground 1 kV AC Mains Line to Line Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply input lines IEC 61000 4 11 0 ...

Page 28: ...een 0 15 80 MHz N A Radiated RF IEC 61000 4 3 10 V m 80 MHz to 2 7 GHz 10 V m 80 MHz to 2 7 GHz N A Proximity fields from RF wireless communications equipment IEC 61000 4 3 380 390 MHz 27 V m PM 50 18 Hz 430 470 MHz 28 V m FM 5 kHz 1 kHz sine PM 18 Hz 800 960 MHz 28 V m PM 50 18 Hz 1700 1990 MHz 28 V m PM 50 217 Hz 2400 2570 MHz 28 V m PM 50 217 Hz 5100 5800 MHz 9 V m PM 50 217 Hz 704 787 MHz 9 V ...

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