OPERATION

6 OPERATION

6.1How to use the Voyager 420, Voyager 550 and Voyager 800

READ "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

AND WARNINGS" BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO USE THE

VOYAGER. ONLY USE WITH

SUNRISE SLINGS.

Unit will not lift or lower when in contact with the charger.

1.Install the patient sling (see sling installation) Move the lift directly over the patient.

2.For two-function unit pull the unit manually directly over the patient. For four-function, use the handset

If the buttons do not operate on the handset, pull the red cord gently, once until you hear a “click”

Using the handset button, lower the carry bar below the patient’s chin (to avoidthe risk of facial contact caused by a sudden movement of the carry bar) before beginning to attach the sling straps. If lift will not operate – pull red cord once gently, until you hear a click.

Hold the lift carry bar with one hand at all times when near a person.

Note: In a lying down position, lower the carry bar near the thorax, then install the straps.

3.Attach the straps to the desired position (See separate Sling User Guide)

4.Carefully observe the patient to ensure his/her safety as you press the control button

: :

BEFORE LIFTING THE PATIENT:

1.Make sure that all straps are attached to the carry bar.

2.Make sure the patient is comfortable.

3.Make sure the sling is not caught on any obstruction (wheelchair brake or arm of chair).

If any of the above occur - Lower the patient immediately and correct the problem.

Lift until the patient's buttock clears the arm supports or the top of the bath or bed before moving the patient. Guide the legs past any obstacle.

5.When the patient is located above the desired point

of transfer, press the button.

6.Use the handles on the back of the sling to position the patient when transferring into a chair. Hold the handles firmly as the sling lowers and the sling will tilt back to position the person.

7.Once the patient is properly seated and the straps are loose, remove the sling from the lift.

Hold the lift carry bar with one hand at all times when near a patient.

8.Slide the lift away from the patient.

9.When lift is no longer required:

2-function - gently return the unit to charger manually.

4-function engages the automatic return to

charger function by pressing .

10.Check the charging indicator light to ensure the charger is working.

VOYAGER 420 - 550 – 800 (rev 3)

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Sunrise Medical Series 800, Series 550, Series 420 user manual Operation, How to use the Voyager 420, Voyager 550 and Voyager

Series 550, Series 420, Series 800 specifications

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