Invacare JASMINE Owners Manual - Page 22

SECTION 7-MAINTENANCE Lubricating the Lift The Invacare lift is designed for minimum maintenance. However, a six (6) month check and lubrication should ensure continued safety and reliability. Keep lift and slings clean and in good working order. Any defect should be noted and reported to your dealer as soon as possible. The casters MUST swivel and roll smoothly. A light grease (waterproof auto lubricant) may be applied to the ball bearing swivel of the casters once a year. Apply more frequently if the casters are exposed to extreme moist conditions. Refer to FIGURE 7.1 for lubrication points. Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe all excess lubricant from lift surface. 1. Swivel Bar 2. Boom Mounting Bracket 3. Boom/Mast Mount 4. Mast Mounting Bracket 5. Legs 5 FIGURE 7.1 Lubricating the Lift Detecting Wear and Damage It is important to inspect all stressed parts, such as slings, swivel bar, cradle attachment and any pivot for slings for signs of cracking, fraying, deformation or deterioration. Replace any defective parts IMMEDIATELY and ensure that the lift is not used until repairs are made. Cleaning the Sling and the Lift The sling should be washed regularly. Refer to the sling owner's manual for instructions. A soft cloth, dampened with water and a small amount of mild detergent, is all that is needed to clean the patient lift. The lift can be cleaned with non‐abrasive cleaners. Replacing the Boom Actuator NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2 on page 23. NOTE: If possible, use an assistant while removing and replacing the boom actuator. 1. Unplug the boom actuator from the control box on the mast assembly. Thread the actuator lead through the actuator lead routing hole in the mast assembly. 2. Remove the hardware that secures the top of the boom actuator to the boom actuator mounting bracket. A. Remove the rubber caps from the locknut and socket head screw. B. Remove the socket head screw, washer, bearing, nylon washers, bushing, bearing, washer, flat washer and locknut. NOTE: Lower the boom carefully to a resting position after the top of the boom actuator is removed from the boom actuator mounting bracket. 3. Remove the hardware the secures the bottom of the boom actuator to the boom actuator mast mounting bracket. A. Remove the rubber caps from the locknut and socket head screw. B. Remove the socket head screw, washer, bearing, nylon washers, bushing, bearing, washer, flat washer and locknut. Jasmine™ Patient Lift 22 Part No 1150704