GIMA Aluminum Patient Lifter

Important Safety Information

All serious accidents concerning the medical device supplied must be reported to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the member state where the registered office is located.

Summary of Contents

• 1 SAFETY WARNINGS
• 2 UNPACK
• 3 DESCRIPTION
• 4 ASSEMBLY
• 5 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
• 6 USE INTENDED
• 7 USE
• 8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
• 9 TROUBLE SHOOT
• 10 WARRANTY
• 11 ACCESSORIES

1 SAFETY WARNINGS

1.1 General warnings

The instruction manual is an integral part of the supply and must be carefully stored and accessible for immediate consultation by transfers, the owner, safety managers, users, and maintenance workers. It provides guidance on correct use, technical characteristics, and security precautions.

If the device is received with transport damage, it must not be used. Contact technical support for verification and inspection.

The device must be used by people physically capable of controlling the mass of the device or person transported. The conductor must be fully aware of this manual's contents.

Before each use, always check the efficiency of parts, brakes, and all safety features. The conductor must hold both hands firmly on the handlebar.

Requirements for use:

• User must be over 18 years of age.
• Do not use the aid for transporting things other than people.
• The person transported must not hold other items or extra weights.
• The conductor must never leave the lifter while a person is on board.
• Do not use the device on uneven surfaces.
• The device is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental abilities, or lacking experience or knowledge, unless supervised by a responsible person.
• Persons transported and drivers must not smoke to avoid damage or fire to clothes, upholstery, or injury to people.
• Drivers must hold the handlebars with both hands to ensure constant control.

Assembly and adjustments must be carried out exclusively by authorized personnel.

Never lift the device with the passenger on board.

The device cannot be used exposed to water splash or bad weather conditions.

Drivers and patients must ensure long scarves or slow dresses do not become entangled, as this can be a source of danger.

Before using, ensure the weight of the person transported does not exceed the maximum allowed value, indicated on the lifting arm.

The lift is intended for lifting and transferring disabled people from bed to wheelchair and vice versa. It must not be used to transport people from one room to another. It is a gentle aid and should only be used for its designed purposes.

1.2 Symbols Used

The following pictograms can be found in the manual:

• [Qualified Personnel Only] Operation must be carried out by qualified personnel only or an assistance centre.
• [Read Manual] Read the instruction manual.
• [Two Persons Required] Operation that must be done by two persons.
• [Warning! Danger] Warning! Danger.
• [Warning! Important Information] Warning! Important information.
• [Use Protective Gloves] Use protective gloves.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product and its instruction manual without prior notice. The manufacturer is relieved of liability for damage resulting from misuse, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized spare parts, exceptional events, or non-compliance with instructions.

2 UNPACK

When using a trolley to move the packaged product, take care to avoid tipping injuries.

Open the packaging and take out its contents with caution, being careful not to damage it.

After unpacking, ensure the device is not damaged. Any damage must be reported to the carrier within 24 hours.

2.1 Advices on environmental protection

The packaging material is 100% recyclable. For disposal, follow local regulations. Keep packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children as a potential source of danger.

In accordance with Art. 13 of Legislative Decree No 151 of 25 July 2005 concerning electrical and electronic equipment and waste disposal:

• The crossed-out bin symbol [WEEE Disposal] on the equipment or packaging indicates that the product must be collected separately at the end of its life.
• The separate collection of end-of-life equipment is organized and managed by the manufacturer.
• Users wishing to dispose of the equipment must contact the manufacturer for instructions on the adopted system for separate collection.
• Appropriate separate collection for recycling, treatment, and environmentally friendly disposal helps avoid adverse effects on the environment and health, promoting reuse and recycling of materials.
• Illegal disposal of the product by the holder incurs administrative penalties as per current legislation.

3 DESCRIPTION

The electric lifter allows a disabled person to be lifted by a linear actuator to transfer them from bed to wheelchair and vice versa. The operation uses a cloth harness equipped with a hooking belt.

3.1 Illustration

The lifter consists of the following parts:

• 1. Arm
• 2. Main frame with handle
• 3. Base
• 4. Pedal
• 5. Hook for sling
• 6. Front wheel
• 7. Rear wheel with brake
• 8. Actuator
• 9. Control unit with battery and internal charger
• 10. Internal charger
• 11. Hand controller

The hand controller features:

• 11. [Emergency Stop Button] Particular emergency button
• 12. [Lift Up Button] Particular lift-up button
• 13. [Lift Down Button] Particular lift-down button
• 14. [Battery Charge Indicator] Particular battery charge indicator

4 ASSEMBLY

The device must be fitted and tested by qualified personnel before use. These operations must be carried out by qualified personnel.

4.1 Frame Assembly

1. Take all parts from the packaging and locate the lifter body on a clean, flat surface.
2. Remove the locking bolt and raise the main frame until it reaches the base socket.
3. Fix the locking bolt and ensure it is firmly locked.
4. Release the transport strap of the lifting arm.

These operations must be carried out by qualified personnel.

5 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Overall Length: 1180mm
• Overall Width: 710mm
• Foldable size (L*W*H): 1310*710*335mm
• Base Open Width: 1070mm
• Boom Height: 0-1610mm
• Push Handle Height: 1160mm
• Base Clearance: 100mm
• Base Length: 1120mm
• Base inner width: 600-960mm
• Input: 220V50HZ
• Weight Capacity: 150kgs

6 USE INTENDED

6.1 Use Expected

The device is authorized for daily use only if all security elements and functional parts are efficient. The lift is intended to lift and transfer disabled people from bed to wheelchair and vice versa. It is a gentle aid and should not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed. The aid can only operate on flat surfaces with a stable bottom. Use is exclusively as described in this manual; read these instructions carefully to become familiar with the device's functionality.

6.2 Prohibition of Use

• Cannot be used for lifting things other than people.
• Cannot be used if the person's weight exceeds the maximum permissible load (150 kg).
• Cannot be used if the size or pathology of the subject to be lifted is not well secured by the supplied harness. Contact the manufacturer or representative if in doubt.
• Cannot be used by conductors with a slender physical structure or otherwise unable to control the total mass.
• Cannot be used in environments subject to splashes of water or critical or unfavorable weather conditions.
• Should not be used if principles described in Chapter 2 are not respected.
• Should not be used if defects are noticed, as these could generate unpredictable dangerous situations.

6.3 Residual Risks

• Risk of crushing the holder's feet if manual requirements are not adopted.
• Risk of entangling clothing if it falls and reaches the bottom of the aid.
• Risk of falling of the transporter if necessary precautions are not taken for a stable posture.

7 USE

Before daily use, always check the status and overall efficiency of the aid and battery charge.

7.1 Battery charge

The control unit has a "female" socket for battery charging on the battery chassis. Charging indications are provided.

• The battery must be charged using only the supplied cables. Avoid extensions, adapters, or other devices.
• The battery's charging status is directly visible on the control unit.
• Batteries do not require maintenance.
• Connect the connector to the socket on the machine.
• Connect the charger plug to the electrical network.
• Charging the battery from reserve or a fully discharged state takes about 1.5 hours.

If the device is intended to remain unused for a long-term (over one month), recharge the battery every month.

7.2 Lifting function

• Ensure the battery is charged.
• Check that the security button is unlocked.
• Press the button on the remote control to operate the lifting.

7.3 Safety ring functionality

In case of potential malfunctions of the electrical group or critical situations (e.g., unexpected shutdowns due to low battery), the height of the lifting arm and its barbell can be adjusted manually by acting on the appropriate safety ring located at the end of the linear actuator.

OPERATING MODE OF THE RING SYSTEM:

The red knob (a) at the top of the actuator can be manually moved downwards (from fig. 1 to fig. 2 position). This allows manual ascent or descent of the lifting arm. The lift is equipped with safety against accidental crushing by the arm; if the arm encounters an obstacle during motorized downward movement, it will move to the position referred to in figure 2 and automatically cease downward thrust.

7.4 Use of Slings

For harness use, follow this procedure:

• Apply the harness (1) to the patient or disabled person. (Drawings are indicative for lying or sitting patients).
• Lower the lift arm until it reaches the desired level.
• Attach the harness (1) to the harness support barbell hooks (2) and lift the patient.
• Before lifting, adapt the harness (1) to the patient's needs by choosing the appropriate color-coded buttonholes (3) for attachment to the hooks. A different color scheme for the attachment rings (head side and leg side) will result in a different patient inclination and position when lifted.

Open the lift base: The base spread is operated by a special pedal system at the back. Press pedal (A) to open, press pedal (B) to close.

8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

The lifter requires ordinary maintenance like any product to remain in perfect condition. Daily remove food leftovers, hair, and dust using a domestic vacuum cleaner. The following table outlines recommended maintenance frequencies.

8.1 Cleaning metal parts

Painted metal parts can be cleaned with commercial sprays for domestic use, but avoid those containing alcohol or solvents, which can discolor or damage the paint. Chrome parts can be cleaned with normal household products and dried well. Do not use jets or splashes of water.

8.2 Cleaning plastic parts

For cleaning plastic parts, use a common plastic detergent for commercial use, following the instructions and contraindications provided with the product. Avoid solvent or alcohol products. Do not use jets or splashes of water.

8.3 Cleaning wheels

Periodically clean the wheels, depending on the environment of use. Remove any solid parts, threads, or hair that may wedge themselves in the gum or wrap around the hub, making rotation difficult. Clean the mechanism of the snares using a toothbrush.

9 TROUBLE SHOOT

[Qualified Personnel Only] When operations are represented by this symbol, they must be carried out by qualified personnel only.

10 WARRANTY

The product is covered by a legal 12-month warranty starting from the delivery date, against any kind of manufacturing defect.

Throughout the warranty duration, maintenance is guaranteed at the manufacturer's expense if the problem is a manufacturing defect. Warranty is void if routine maintenance is neglected.

Warranty does not cover parts subject to normal wear (e.g., wheels) or damages from:

• Misuse or use different from that specified in this manual.
• Incorrect assembly by the customer.
• Alteration, repair, or mishandling by unauthorized personnel.

Shipping and packaging for warranty repair are at the expense of the dealer or manufacturer. Warranty does not entitle the customer to demand compensation.

Spare parts are available for 5 years from the product's discontinuation date.

If problems are detected, immediately inform the authorized dealer, providing problem details from the device's data decal and filling out the defect and failure reporting form. The customer, after arrangements with the dealer, will handle shipment for warranty repair. Technical intervention during warranty will be by the manufacturer to confirm manufacturing defects.

This manual must be kept by the owner and stay with the device for guarantee exercise.

Warranty starts from the delivery date.

Expected lifespan

The average lifespan of the Electric Lifter is 5 years. Lifespan may increase or decrease depending on frequency of use and maintenance.

11 ACCESSORIES

LW06401: Economy Sling

LW06407: Universal Sling

SYMBOL LEGEND

GIMA WARRANTY TERMS

The Gima 12-month standard B2B warranty applies.

Disposal

Disposal: The product must not be disposed of with other domestic waste. Users must dispose of this equipment by bringing it to a specific recycling point for electric and electronic equipment.