Ferno Ultra Care 4000 User Manual

Users’ Manual

Ultra Care 4000

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May 2003 GLO

Pub. No. 234-2117-01

Ultra Care 4000

EuropEan rEprEsEntativE

Ferno (UK) Limited, Stubs Beck Lane, Cleckheaton

West Yorkshire BD19 4TZ, United Kingdom

Telephone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Internet www.ferno.co.uk

234-3468-00

Disclaimer

This manual contains general instructions for the use, operation and
care of this product. The instructions are not all-inclusive. Safe and
proper use of this product is solely at the discretion of the user. Safety
information is included as a service to the user. All other safety
measures taken by the user should be within and under consideration
of applicable regulations. It is recommended that training on the proper
use of this product be provided before using this product in an actual
situation.

Retain this manual for future reference. Include it with the product in
the event of transfer to new users. Additional free copies are available
upon request from Customer Relations.

Proprietary Notice

The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Ferno­Washington, Inc., Wilmington, Ohio, USA. Ferno-Washington, Inc.
reserves all patent rights, proprietary design rights, manufacturing
rights, reproduction use rights, and sales use rights thereto, and to any
article disclosed therein except to the extent those rights are expressly
granted to others or where not applicable to vendor proprietary parts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section

1 - Safety Information....................................................4

1.1 Danger ........................................................... 4

1.2 Warning ......................................................... 4

1.3 Important ....................................................... 4

1.4 Bloodborne Disease Notice...........................4

1.5 Safety Label...................................................4

2 - Operator Skills and T raining...................................5

2.1 Skills ..............................................................5

2.2 Training ......................................................... 5

3 - About the Lift ........................................................ 5, 6

3.1 Description .................................................... 5

3.2 General Specifications...................................5

3.3 Components ...................................................6

4 - Lift Assembly and Disassembly......................... 7-10

4.1 Assembling the Lift ...................................7, 8

4.2 Disassembling the Lift...................................9

4.3 Storing the Lift.............................................10

5 - Using the Lift ..................................................... 11-18

5.1 Before Placing the Lift in Service ............... 11

5.2 Before First Use...........................................11

5.3 General Guidelines for Use .........................11

5.4 Wheel Locks................................................12

5.5 Attaching the Straps ..............................12, 13

5.6 Using the Extractor Wand ...........................13

Page

Section

5.7 Handheld Control ........................................ 14

5.8 Instant Boom Stop .......................................14

5.9 Manually Lowering the Boom.....................15

5.10 Rolling the Lift ............................................15

5.11 Loading the Lift ...........................................16

5.12 Unloading the Lift .......................................16

5.13 Using Additional Help .................................17

5.14 Charging the Battery....................................18

6 - Maintaining the Lift .........................................19, 20

6.1 Maintenance Schedule.................................19

6.2 Disinfecting the Lift .................................... 19

6.3 Cleaning the Lift..........................................19

6.4 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Straps ..........19

6.5 Inspecting the Lift........................................20

6.6 Lubricating the Lift......................................20

7 - Repair Parts and Service........................................21

7.1 U.S.A. and Canada ...................................... 21

7.2 Outside U.S.A. and Canada.........................21

7.3 Parts List......................................................21

8 - Limited Warranty ...................................................22

9 - Ferno Customer Relations .....................................22

T raining Record............................................................ 23

Maintenance Record .................................................... 23

Page

Illustrations

Components....................................................................... 6

Figure 1 - Lift Disassembled ............................................. 7

Figure 2 - Extending the Legs ........................................... 7

Figure 3 - Attaching the Mast to the Base......................... 8

Figure 4 - Attaching the Electric Actuator ........................ 8

Figure 5 - Attaching the Spreader -Bar Assembly

To the Lift Boom............................................... 8

Figure 6 - Removing the Quick-Release Pin..................... 9

Figure 7 - Folding the Lift Boom and Mast ...................... 9

Figure 8 - Lift Disassembled ............................................. 9

Figure 9A - Storing the Lift............................................. 10

Figure 9B - Inserting the Tab Between the Hangers ....... 10

Figure 9C - Inserting the Post ......................................... 10

Figure 10 - Engaging a Wheel Lock ............................... 12

Figure 11 - Disengaging a Wheel Lock........................... 12

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Figure 12 - A Lifting Strap .............................................. 12

Figure 13 - Attaching a Strap .......................................... 13

Figure 14 - Removing a Strap ......................................... 13

Figure 15 - Plastic Extractor Wand ................................. 13

Figure 16 - Using the Handheld Control......................... 14

Figure 17 - Storing the Handheld Control

On the Pushbar .............................................. 14

Figure 18 - Manually Lowering the Boom...................... 15

Figure 19 - Rolling the Lift ............................................. 15

Figure 20 - Charging the Lift .......................................... 18

Figure 21 - Attaching/Removing the Battery .................. 18

Maintenance Schedule..................................................... 19

Parts Diagram .................................................................. 21

Serial Number Location .................................................. 22

Safety Information

1 - SAFETY INFORMATION

Ultra Care 4000

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1.1 Danger

The following danger alert appears in this manual.

DANGERDANGER

DANGER

DANGERDANGER

Electric shock can cause death or serious
injury. Charge the lift battery only as
described in this manual.

1.2 Warning

The following warnings appear in this manual.

!

WARNING

Untrained operators can cause injury or be
injured. Permit only trained personnel to
operate the lift.

Improper use of the lift can cause injury. Use
the lift only for the purpose described in this
manual.

1.3 Important

Boxes like the one below emphasize important
information.

Important

Use, assemble and disassemble the lift only
with both legs locked in the extended position.
Using the lift without extending and locking
the legs could cause the lift to tip.

1.4 Bloodborne Disease Notice

To reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases
such as HIV-1 and hepatitis when using the lift, follow
the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual.

1.5 Safety Label

Safety and instruction labels place important
information from the Users’ Manual on the lift.

Improper operation can cause injury . Operate
the lift only as described in this manual.

Stay with the lif t at all times when it is carrying
a load. Never leave the lift unattended when it
is carrying a body or casket.

Helpers can be injured. Maintain control of
the lift, operate the controls, and direct all
helpers.

Improper maintenance can cause injury.
Maintain the lift only as described in this
manual.

Improper parts and service can cause injury.
Use only Ferno parts and Ferno-approved
service on the lift.

Attaching improper accessories to the lift can
cause injury . Use only Ferno-approved items
on the lift.

Read and follow label instructions. Replace worn or
damaged labels immediately . New labels are available
from EMSAR (in the U.S.A. and Canada), page 21, or
from your Ferno distributor.

The following label is affixed to the lift:

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2 - OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING

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Skills & Training, About the Lift

2.1 Skills

Operators using the lift need:
❑ a working knowledge of mortuary-service

procedures.

❑ the ability to carry out mortuary-service

procedures.

❑ a complete understanding of the procedures

described in this manual.

2.2 Training

Trainees need to:

❑ follow the protocols of your facility.

3 - ABOUT THE LIFT

3.1 Description

The Ultra Care 4000™ (called the lift in this manual) is a
mortuary service device for lifting and transporting a
body or casket. The lift is for professional use only. A
minimum of one trained operator is required to operate
the lift. Additional help may be necessary when working
with heavy or large loads. Features include:

• Battery-powered boom operation

• 24-Volt rechar geable lead-acid battery

• Green ON indicator (shows lift is connected to wall
outlet)

• Orange CHARGE indicator (shows lift battery is
being charged)

• Audible low-charge alarm

• Instant boom stop if an obstruction is encountered

• Handheld control

• Rear caster wheel locks

• Folding legs

• Four lifting straps

• Plastic extractor wand with hook

• Lift separates into three main elements

!

WARNING

Improper use of the lift can cause injury.
Use the lift only for the purpose described
in this manual.

❑ read this manual.
❑ practice with the lift before using it in regular

service.

❑ be tested on their understanding of the lift.
❑ record training information. A form is provided

on page 23.

!

WARNING

Untrained operators can cause injury or be
injured. Permit only trained personnel to
operate the lift.

3.2 General Specifications

Boom Height at Spreader-Bar Assembly End

Raised ............................................ 77 in (196 cm)

Lowered ......................................... 50 in (127 cm)

Base Length

Folded .............................................. 27 in (69 cm)

Unfolded ........................................ 43 in (110 cm)

Base Width ....................................... 39 in (100 cm)

Spreader-Bar Length....................... 60 in (153 cm)

Spreader-Bar W idth.......................... 17 in (43 cm)

Weight

Spreader-Bar only............................... 20 lb (9 kg)

Total................................................ 168 lb (76 kg)

Maximum Load Limit.................... 750 lb (340 kg)

Storage Height w/Spreader-Bar..... 73 in (185 cm)

Storage Height Minimum ............... 61 in (154 cm)

Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
General specifications are rounded to the nearest whole
number. For more information, contact Ferno Customer
Relations (page 22).

LOAD LIMIT

Inspect the lift if the load limit

750 lb

(340 kg)

has been exceeded (See

Inspecting the Lift, page 20).

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About the Lift

Ultra Care 4000

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3.3 Components

Spreader-Bar

Assembly

Mast

4" Wheel (2)

Actuator

Lift

Boom

Handle (2)

Handheld

Control

Hanger (2)

Battery

USERS’ MANUAL

For additional free users’
manuals, call Ferno
Customer Relations at

1.800.733.3766.

Folding Leg (2)

Base

Lifting Strap (4)

6" Wheel with

Wheel Lock (2)

Handheld Control

Plastic Extractor Wand Recharging Cord

Components not shown to scale

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4 - LIFT ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY

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Assembly & Disassembly

4.1 Assembling the Lift

Follow the instructions in this section to assemble the
three main elements of the lift: the base, mast, and
spreader-bar assembly (Figure 1).

EXTENDING AND LOCKING THE LEGS

1. Remove the quick-release pin from the center of
each leg (Figure 2).

2. Unfold one leg at a time and pivot it to its
extended position.

3. Replace the quick-release pins to lock the legs in
the extended position (Figure 2).

Note: If the legs are misaligned, the quick-release pins
will be dif ficult to insert or r emove. Move the leg slightly
to insert or remove the pin.

Important

Use, assemble and disassemble the lift only
with both legs locked in the extended position.
Using the lift without extending and locking
the legs could cause the lift to tip.

Base

Mast and

Lift Boom

Spreader-Bar Assembly

Figure 1 - Lift Disassembled

Quick-Release Pins

Leg Folded

Figure 2 - Extending the Legs

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Leg Extended