Decommissioning
Once the portable lift has reached the end of its life cycle, the portable lift will require decommissioning. This includes removing the track from the portable lift, dismantling and disposal. Follow the guidelines below for detailed instructions on how to decommission correctly.
Before removing the portable lift from the track, it is highly recommended that the portable lift be cleaned to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. For cleaning instructions, refer to the user manual.
13 . 1 Removal
To remove the portable lift from the track, follow the guidelines below:
1. Turn the portable lift “off” by pressing the red button on the side of lift from the ‘I’ position to the ‘O’ position.
2. Turn off the charger at the mains power source and unplug the charger.
3. Remove the charging dock from the wall mount.
4. Detach the carry bar from the portable lift.
5. Detach the handset from the portable lift.
6. Detach the portable lift from the trolley.
7. Remove the safety components from the track system, this includes the end stop, safety bolt and the end cap.
8. Slide the trolley out of the track.
9. Ensure to refit the safety components into the track to close the track system.
13 . 2 Dismantling
All serviceable components of the portable lift should be dismantled prior to the disposal of the portable lift. Refer to the service manual for detailed instructions on how to dismantle the portable lift.
13. 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 utilised 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.