Short Description
A battery operated, lightweight standing hoist designed to lift a person from a sitting position into a supported standing position for transfer. Operated by a hand held electric control. Suitable for domestic and commercial use.
Method Of Use
Method of operation
* The user is raised and lowered using push buttons located on a hand held control
* The control is on an extendable cord
* This machine can lift to an upright position on the foot plates
* The user must have some ability to weight bear
* Legs of the base are electrically operated
Models
Only one model available
Options
Slings
Two slings are available for use with this hoist
* An underarm single band sling of foam to be used when weight is taken through the lower limbs and feet are supported on the foot plate Or
* A full support sling with extensions that fit under the legs and are attached to the spreader bar to offer more support from the hoist and less weight is required to be taken through the lower limbs and feet
More Details
Materials
The hoist is made from epoxy coated stainless steel
Mast
Features a single mast, angled slightly backwards
Base
* Base is U shaped
* Legs are electrically operated via push buttons on the hand held controller
Boom
* The lifting boom incorporates two attachment pieces for a sling
* The boom provides an arc-shaped lift
* Two angled handles for the user to grip with their hands
Castors
* Four swivel castors
* Step on lockable castors at the rear
Push Handle
Rectangular push handle located on upper half of the mast at rear
Footplates
* Two rectangular footplates are situated at the base of the mast
* Each footplate has slip-restant material to assist in foot placement
Knee Pad
* A deep vinyl covered foam knee pad stops feet from sliding forward during the lift
* The knee pad is mounted at the base of the mast in front of the actuator
* A leg strap is for securing the knee against the pad is available
Sling
A chest sling attaches to points on the boom and supports the torso of the user during the transfer
Power Source
* Supplied through a 24 volt rechargeable battery
* The battery is attached at the lower half of the mast
* The battery needs to be lifted out and connected to a separate battery charger
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Place Of Manufacture
Australia
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp