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    Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the patient lift. USER: BEFORE using this patient lift, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2[...]

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    Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 2 Part No. 114 5811  WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANU AL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT A QUAL IFIED DEALER OR INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RE[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1145811 3 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 7 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................. 8 Patient Lift .......... .................................................[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 4 Part No. 114 5811 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 7— MAIN TENANCE .......................................................... 31 Maintenance Safety Inspection Checklist . ................................................................... .................... ....31 Lubricating the Lift ........ .........[...]

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    Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _________________ Invacare Model No. ______________________ Serial No. ____________[...]

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    Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing[...]

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    SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1145811 7 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 SPECIAL NOTES Signal  words  are  use d  in  this  manual  and  apply  to  hazards  or  unsafe  practices  which  could  result  in  personal  injury  or  property  damage.  Refer  to  the  table  below  [...]

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    SPECIFICATIONS Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 8 Part No. 114 5811 SPECIFICATIONS Patient Lift *NOTE:  Va r i e s  depending  upon  load  and  stroke. Height at Sling Hook-up - MAX. 66 inches Height at Sling Hook-up - MIN. 40 inches Base Width OPEN 37 inches Base Width CLOSED 26 inches Base Height (Clearance) 4.5 inches Base Length 3[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1145811 9 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES  WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELIN ES contai ns important inform ation for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this prod uct or any available optional equipment without first comple tely reading and understanding th[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 10 Part No. 114 5811 Make  sure  there  is  an  audible  click  when  mounting  battery  on  the  battery  charger  to  confirm  proper  mounting.  Otherwise,  injury  or  damage  may  occur . DO  NOT  exceed  ma[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1145811 11 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Lifting/Transferri ng the Patient When  using  the  stand  up  lift,  the  legs  MUST  be  in  the  maximum  Opened  position  before  lifting  the  patient. DO  NOT  move  the  patient  if  the [...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 12 Part No. 114 5811 Performing Maintenance Refer  to  Maintenance  on  page 31  for  a  maintenance  schedule  and  procedures. Regular  maintenance  of  lifts  and  accessories  is  necessary  to  assure  proper  operation. A[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1145811 13 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Pinch Points  WARNING Pinch points exist at base of lift. Injury could occur. Base of Li ft Pinch Points[...]

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    INSTALLATION Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 14 Part No. 114 5811 SECTION 2— INSTALLATION Introduction  WARNING Use only Invacare p arts in th e assembly of this lift. The base legs, mast, and boom assembly and the swivel bar are manufactured to specific ations that assure correct alignment of all parts for safe functional operation. Assembling t[...]

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    INSTALLATION Part No. 1145811 15 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Assembling the Mast Actuator CAUTION DO NOT overtighten the nut and bolt. This damages the mounting bracket. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 2.2. 1. Remove  the  top  nut,  top  bolt,  bracket,  and  bushing  from  the ?[...]

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    INSTALLATION Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 16 Part No. 114 5811 FIGURE 2.3 Lift Components Base Pin Leg Mast Bracket Pin Arms Leg Actuator Mast Actuator DETAIL “A” - SIDE VIEW OF LIFT DETAIL “B” Slot in Base Mast Battery Pivot Bracket Hitch Pin Hitch Pin Control Box Leg Actuator Pendant Control[...]

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    INSTALLATION Part No. 1145811 17 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Mounting the Battery Charger NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 2.4. NOTE:  Refer  to  your  local  regulations  concerning  pr oper  mounting  procedur es. 1. Place  the  battery  charger  with  mounting  bra[...]

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    OPERATING THE STAND UP LIFT Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 18 Part No. 114 5811 SECTION 3—OPERATING THE STAND UP LIFT Introduction  WARNING DO NOT attempt any transfer of a patien t without approval of the patient's physician, nurse, or medical assis tant. Th oroughly read the in structions in th is owner's manual, observe a trained te[...]

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    OPERATING THE STAND UP LIFT Part No. 1145811 19 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Raising/Lowering th e Stand Up Lift To  raise  the  stand  up  lift,  press  the  up  arrow  button  to  raise  the  lift  arms  and  the  patient. To  lower  the  stand  up  lift,  press  the  d[...]

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    OPERATING THE STAND UP LIFT Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 20 Part No. 114 5811 Charging the Battery NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 3.3. NOTE:  Invacar e  reco mm end s  the  battery  be  rechar ged  daily  to  prolong  battery  life.  NOTE:  An  audible  alarm  wil[...]

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    LIFTING THE PATIENT Part No. 1145811 21 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 SECTION 4—LIFTING THE PATIENT Introduction Inv acare  recommends  that  two  assistants  be  used  for  all  lifting  preparation  and  transferring  to/from  procedures;  howev er ,  our  equipment  will  permit  prope[...]

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    LIFTING THE PATIENT Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 22 Part No. 114 5811 Lifting the Patient  WARNING DO NOT lock the rear casters of the stand up lift when lifting an individual. Locking the rear casters could cause the stand up lift to tip and endanger the patient and assistants. Leaving the rear ca sters unlocked d uring lifting procedures allow[...]

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    LIFTING THE PATIENT Part No. 1145811 23 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 3. Ensure  the  following: A. P atient’ s  knees  are  secure  against  the  knee  pad. B. P atient ʹ s  feet  are  positioned  on  the  footplate. C. The  bottom  edge  of  either  the  st anding  sling  is ?[...]

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    LIFTING THE PATIENT Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 24 Part No. 114 5811 FIGURE 4.2 Lifting the Patient Moving the Patient  WARNING The legs of the stand up lif t MUST be in the maximum open position for optimum stability and safety. If the patient is in a sling and it becomes necessary to move through a narrow passage, close the legs of the stand [...]

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    TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT Part No. 1145811 25 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 SECTION 5—TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT Introduction  WARNING DO NOT attempt any transfer of a patien t without approval of the patient's physician, nurse, or medical assis tant. DO NOT move the patient if the sling is not properly connected to the attachment points of t[...]

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    TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 26 Part No. 114 5811 Transferring to a Commode NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 5.1.  WARNING Invacare recommends locking the rear swivel casters only when positioning or removing the sling from around the patient. 1. Lift  the  patient  from  t[...]

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    TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT Part No. 1145811 27 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 7. Instruct  or  assist  the  patient  in  lifting  their  feet  off  the  footplate. 8. Remove  the  sling  from  around  the  patient. 9. Pull  the  stand  up  lift  aw ay  from  the  commode. 10. Wh[...]

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    TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 28 Part No. 114 5811 FIGURE 5.2 Transferring the Patient to a Wheel chair Transferring to a Bed NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 5.3  on  page  29. NOTE:  The  lower  center  of  gravity  pr ovides  stability  making  the ?[...]

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    TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT Part No. 1145811 29 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2  WARNING Invacare recommends lockin g the rear swivel casters ONLY when po sitioning or removing the sling fr om around the patient. 3. Lock  the  rear  swivel  casters. 4. Unhook  the  standing  or  transport  sling  from  all  attachme[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 30 Part No. 114 5811 SECTION 6— TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE:  If  pr oblems  are  not  rem e di ed  by  the  suggested  means,  please  contact  your  dealer  or  Invacare . SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTION Stand up lift feels loose. Mast/base joint loo se. Tie-rods are lo[...]

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    MAINTENANCE Part No. 1145811 31 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 SECTION 7— MAINTENANCE Maintenance Safety Inspection Checklist For  individual  home  use,  a  full  inspection  is  required  prior  to  each  new  user . Regular  cleaning  will  reveal  loose  or  wor n  parts,  enhance ?[...]

  • Page 32

    MAINTENANCE Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 32 Part No. 114 5811 The  Invacare  Stand  Up  Lift  is  designed  to  provide  a  maximum  of  safe,  efficient  and  satisfactory  service  with  minimum  care  and  maintenance. All  parts  of  the  stand  up  lift  are ?[...]

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    MAINTENANCE Part No. 1145811 33 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Adjusting the Base NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 7.2. 1. Check  that  the  legs  are  sq uare  when  in  the  closed  position. 2. Place  a  square  on  the  inside  of  the  legs  and  base[...]

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    MAINTENANCE Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 34 Part No. 114 5811 Replacing the Knee Pad NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 7.4. 1. Remove  the  four  button  screws  and  wa s h e r s  that  secure  existing  knee  pad  to  the  stand  up  lift. 2. Remove  the  exi[...]

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    MAINTENANCE Part No. 1145811 35 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Replacing the Mast Actuator CAUTION DO NOT overtighten the nut and bolt. This damages the mounting bracket. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 7.6. 1. Remove  the  bottom  nut,  wa sh e r  and  shoulder  bolt  that  secure  t[...]

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    MAINTENANCE Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 36 Part No. 114 5811 Replacing Casters/Forks Replacing Rear Casters NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 7.7 1. Place  the  lift  on  its  side. 2. Remove  the  bolt  and  locknut  that  secure  the  existing  rear  caster  to ?[...]

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    MAINTENANCE Part No. 1145811 37 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 Replacing Forks  WARNING Ensure that there is sufficien t room to turn stan d up lift on its side and that floor area is clear of debris. Otherwise, injury to personnel or damage to stand up lift may occur. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 7.7  an[...]

  • Page 38

    MAINTENANCE Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 38 Part No. 114 5811 NOTES[...]

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    LIMITED WARRANTY Part No. 1145811 39 Stand Up Lift Model RPS350-2 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABL E TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specif ic legal rights and you [...]

  • Page 40

    Invacare Corporation www.invacare.com USA One Invacare Way Elyria, Ohio USA 44036-2125 800-333-6900 Canada 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Mississauga Ontario L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-668-5324 Invacare, the Medallion Desi gn, and Yes, you can. are registered trademarks of Invacare Corporation. © 2007 Invacare Corporation Part No. 1145811 Rev A - 1/24/07[...]