The Hoyer Calibre lift is a passive patient handling device intended for the safe lifting and
transferring of patients up to a safe working load of 386 kg (850 lbs).
The Hoyer Calibre lift is intended for INDOOR USE ONLY and must to be operated by at least
two people/carers.
Advantages of the Hoyer Calibre lift include:
• Built in weigh-scale for easy monitoring of patient weight
• Safe working load of 386 kg (850 lbs)
• Extended push handle for two person operation to ease manoeuvrability when the lift is loaded
EXPECTED LIFETIME:
The expected lifetime of the Hoyer Calibre lift is five years (calculated from an average daily usage of
five lifts per day). This is based on the strict adhereance to the maintenance and servicing schedule
and daily checks as laid out in this user guide, and when performed by a competent engineer.
WARNING
Abusive use of the Hoyer Calibre lift will severely reduce the expected lifetime of the product.
WARNING
Servicing to be carried out by a competent service engineer only.
WARNING
A duty cycle of 7 minutes needs to be observed between uses. Failure to comply with the duty
cycle can result in significant reduction of product life expectancy.
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2. Introduction: About Your Lift
The Hoyer Calibre is an electrically operated patient lift. Each Calibre lift is fully assembled load
tested and certified before being packed/shipped.
The packing consists of a strong, purpose built carton that is used for both export and domestic
markets to ensure the safe arrival of the lift.
A number of documents are supplied in a wallet, and packed with each lift and should be kept
safely for future reference.
The TEST CERTIFICATE is an important document and will be required for your insurance
records. It is valid for six months and after it has expired the lift should be inspected and serviced
per the maintenance schedule.
Servicing and periodic testing can be carried out by your authorised supplier. Please ensure your
lift is included in their maintenance schedule. If you are at all unsure what your local market servicing
requirements are, please check with your dealer and/or a local government agency.
The Hoyer Calibre is suitable for the following CATEGORIES of lift within the working parameters of
the lifts specified in the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.
Category A - Wheelchair
Category B - Bed
Category C - Bath (dependent upon setting)
Category D - Toilet/Shower Chair
Category E - Floor
Category F - 90 degree Rotation
The Hoyer Calibre is suitable for patients in the SITTING, SITTING/RECUMBENT and
RECUMBENT positions. The examples of slings suitable for use with this device are listed as follows:
• Hoyer Quickfit Bariatric (Safe working load - 385kg (850lbs)
• Hoyer Full Back Bariatric (Safe working load - 385kg (850lbs)
The CE mark:
The Hoyer Calibre carries the CE mark and complies
with the following EC directives:
• Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC)
• EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)
• Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)
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3. Assembly and Commissioning Instructions
CARTON CONTENTS
Place the carton in a clear working area and open carefully. The carton contains:
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HOYER CALIBRE LIFT
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HAND CONTROL
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CHARGING LEAD
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WALLET CONTAINING DOCUMENTS
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BATTERY PACK
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DESK TOP CHARGER/STAND
TOOLS REQUIRED
The following tools will be required for assembly:
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13MM SOCKET • TORQUE WRENCH
WARNING
Assembly and commisioning must be carried out by a competent engineer from an authorised
Hoyer Service Agent/Dealer.
WARNING
A MINIMUM OF 2 PERSONS REQUIRED. The Hoyer Calibre is heavy and will need to be
lifted with care. You will need assistance to lift the Hoyer Calibre from the carton.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Remove all the parts from the carton and place on the floor, taking care to protect the paint finish
from damage.
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1. Place the mast/base assembly in a clear space and lay with rear castors and push handle on floor.
2. Fit the left and right hand legs (check correct orientation) onto the chassis using two M10
screws per leg as provided.
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3. Tighten the M10 screws to secure each leg using a socket and torque wrench.
WARNING
Ensure the screws are secured firmly. It is recommended to tighten these to 10Nm
WARNING
Avoid trapping fingers. Keep fingers away from the end of the leg when inserting into the leg
socket. Keep fingers away from the front castor bracket during assembly of the legs to the base.
4. Lift the Calibre onto its castors.
NOTE: On a flat surface, all 6 castors must be in contact with the floor.
WARNING
The Calibre is extremely heavy, a minimum of 2 people will be required to lift the hoist.
5. Insert the two bushings into the outside of the mounting brackets on either side of the boom.
Lift the boom and position the actuator so that the upper fixing hole align with the mounting
bracket holes on the boom.
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6. Insert quick-release pin sleeve into mounting bracket/actuator hole. make sure the
sleeve is fully engaged in the hole on both mounting brackets.
7. Insert the quick-release pin through the quick-release pin sleeve until it is fully located.
WARNING
Check that the quick-release pin has been fully inserted by trying to push the pin back out.
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8. Fit power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully
engaged. “Click” in place. Check that the battery is fully charged.
9. Plug the handset into the control box.
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DISASSEMBLY
WARNING
Disassembly must be carried out by a competent engineer from an authorised Hoyer Service
Agent/Dealer.
The lift should not be disassembled unless for service, repair or transport if necessary. Therefore
follow the assembly instructions in reverse sequence.
ALWAYS CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE OPERATION
• The mast is fully locked into position by checking the grub screws at the front and rear of the
base are tight.
Front grub screw
Rear grub screw
• The red emergency stop button, located on the rear of the control box, is in the OFF (out) position.
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