Once the ceiling lift has reached the end of its life cycle, the ceiling lift will require decommissioning. This includes removing the track from the ceiling lift, dismantling, and disposal. Follow the guidelines below for detailed instructions on how to decommission correctly.
Before removing the ceiling lift from the track, it is highly recommended that the ceiling lift be cleaned to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. For cleaning instructions, refer to the user manual.
14.1 Removal
To remove the ceiling lift from the track, follow the guidelines below:
1. Turn the ceiling lift “off” by pulling the e-lower cord down to the middle switch.
2. Turn off the charger at the main power source and unplug the charger.
3. Detach the carry bar from the ceiling lift.
4. Detach the handset from the ceiling lift.
5. Remove the safety components from the track system, this includes the end stop, safety bolt, and the end cap.
6. Remove the charger from the track system.
7. Slide the ceiling lift out of the track.
8. Ensure that the safety components into the track to close the track system.
14.2 Dismantling
All serviceable components of the ceiling lift should be dismantled prior to the disposal of the ceiling lift. Refer to the service manual for detailed instructions on how to dismantle the ceiling lift.
14.3 Disposal
The following specifies the importance of correct disposal procedures including local laws and being environmentally friendly.
Please observe the local laws on recycling and respect the current laws for disposal within the community the device is being used within. If there is any uncertainty of the below guidelines, contact your local authorities to
determine the proper method of disposal of potentially biohazardous parts and accessories.
The relevant components utilized in the manufacture of the device that can be recycled at the end of life are:
Ensure that this list is used as guidance and that the local laws in the given community overrule the suggested component disposal in the table above.