Recalls for Lift, Patient, Non-ac-powered

An internal component of the actuators in a certain production batch may not meet the required mechanical strength. This could result, in the worst case scenario, in a sudden loss of the actuator's ability to hold the load, leading to rapid and uncontrolled downward movement of the lifting arm.

A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

Potential for fraying on the body support strap.

Potential for fraying on the body support strap.

Potential for fraying on the body support strap.

The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched component may initially bear weight but can loosen from the Q-link resulting in a detachment and drop.

The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched component may initially bear weight but can loosen from the Q-link resulting in a detachment and drop.

Patient lift hanger bar may come loose, which could potentially pose risks to patients.

Some Arjo Portable Scale Adaptors have been assembled with straps that have a potential to detach.

Risk of boom pivot failing due to the nut securing the boom becoming loose and the bolt to be unsecure to the flange on the side.

Risk of boom pivot failing due to the nut securing the boom becoming loose and the bolt to be unsecure to the flange on the side.

The device may emit smoke or ignite.

Multirall Q-link strap lock has not been fully engaged in the S65 rail carriage hook by user, leading to the Multirall lift becoming detached from the rail system, potentially resulting in the fall of both the lift motor and the patient

During internal cycle testing of A-Series lifts Handicare has found that the A-Series lift strap for lifts manufactured between April 25, 2017 and June 12, 2017 may wear prematurely at max load (625 lbs). We have identified the root cause as a supplied component that was not to specification. If the strap wears during use there is a potential risk for the person being supported by the lift to drop.

During internal cycle test at max load (625 lbs.) 2 units had straps break prematurely.

During internal cycle test at max load (625 lbs.) 2 units had straps break prematurely.

Ceiling Bracket 71 was shipped with a larger center hole. A potentially hazardous situation exists that if the Ceiling Bracket 71 with a larger center hole is used for a concrete ceiling Ultra System installation with the M8 screw and the safe working load is exceeded, the system could fall.

Potential for the bolt on the suspension coupling on the Molift Air to come loose from the housing.

The center bolt of the sling bar, which connects the bar to the patient lift, has failed during use. If the sling bar is not used as intended the bolt may be weakened. If the bolt is weakened there is a potential risk for breakage with the result of a free fall of the patient. This hazard could cause potentially minor to catastrophic injuries to a patient.

Drive shaft and over speed arm may simultaneously fail potentially resulting in a patient falling during use

Drive shaft and over speed arm may simultaneously fail potentially resulting in a patient falling during use

There is a potential the sling loops may not stay attached to the carry bar hooks.

There is a potential the sling loops may not stay attached to the carry bar hooks.

Complaints (including one reported death) allegedly of the lift arm drifting down suddenly. If the lift arm assembly is manually lifted, the actuator can become damaged and get stuck in the highest position. If a patient is lifted into the sling while the actuator is stuck, there is a potential risk of a free fall of the patient, resulting in minor or potentially catastrophic injuries.

The upper portion of the hooks on the spreader bar are too flexible for holding the loops of the sling. The loop of the sling could potentially come out of the hooks if positioned in the upper portion of the hooks.

ArjoHuntleigh received three reports where the bolt under the scale unscrewed from the scale. There is a remote risk concerning the bolt unscrewing from the scale. When the scale and bolt parts are not correctly serviced, or when they receive a sharp blow during or outside of use, it is possible the bolt holding the spreader bar to the scale could unscrew during subsequent use. As a result, the sp

ArjoHuntleigh received reports where the Tenor Lift without Scale (spreader bar) bolt broke during use. There is a remote risk concerning the breakage of the spreader bar bolt connection, part # TEN.018. During use, the bolt is subjected to mechanical forces, which may lead to breakage.

MedCare Products has determined that a number of their Floor Lifts manufactured from 9/1/2010 to 11/7/2012 do not meet MedCare's high standards. The original design includes a pin that over time and years of use may stop performing as designed and may break.

The lift might fail with the labeled 500-lb. load rating.

The lift might fail with the labeled 500-lb. load rating.

Firm became aware that two handsets in the affected batches became inoperable while the user was in the tub.

The product does not meet the firm's size standards, the product was produced in the incorrect size.

The product does not meet the firm's size standards, the product was produced in the incorrect size.

The product does not meet the firm's size standards, the product was produced in the incorrect size.

The product does not meet the firm's size standards, the product was produced in the incorrect size.

Retrospective review found 4 sling bars that may present a potential for impalement if a patient, caregiver or bystander were to fall onto the hooks based on a simulated test method. In effort to eliminate any risk of injury, Hill-Rom is requesting products be removed from field use and replaced with an updated design.

Retrospective review found 4 sling bars that may present a potential for impalement if a patient, caregiver or bystander were to fall onto the hooks based on a simulated test method. In effort to eliminate any risk of injury, Hill-Rom is requesting products be removed from field use and replaced with an updated design.

Retrospective review found 4 sling bars that may present a potential for impalement if a patient, caregiver or bystander were to fall onto the hooks based on a simulated test method. In effort to eliminate any risk of injury, Hill-Rom is requesting products be removed from field use and replaced with an updated design.

Retrospective review found 4 sling bars that may present a potential for impalement if a patient, caregiver or bystander were to fall onto the hooks based on a simulated test method. In effort to eliminate any risk of injury, Hill-Rom is requesting products be removed from field use and replaced with an updated design.

The leg spreading mechanism will fail to hoist and collapse if assemble incorrectly by the user.

The leg spreading mechanism will fail to hoist and collapse if assemble incorrectly by the user.

Liko/Hill-Rom to date has received two reports from facilities alleging that the overhead rail system has failed to the extent that the overhead rails have fallen down while in use in high humidity (swimming pool) areas. Analysis of the incidents suggest that the components (hardware) used to secure the rail to the ceiling had corroded and may be unsuitable for environments with an atmosphere con

Liko/Hill-Rom has received reports from facilities which indicate that serious injuries have been received related to the Standard Sling bar 450. There have been 6 complaints of injury related to the product over the past 32 years (6 out of 838,687,856 estimated patient uses). One of the injuries was associated with a patient during use, four injuries occurred when the slingbar was not in use wher

ArjoHuntleigh has received a limited number of customer reports concerning injuries related to an exposed metal support bracket when the proactive knee pad assembly is removed.

ArjoHuntleigh has received a limited number of customer reports concerning injuries related to an exposed metal support bracket when the proactive knee pad assembly is removed.

ArjoHuntleigh has received a limited number of customer reports concerning injuries related to an exposed metal support bracket when the proactive knee pad assembly is removed.

The Zuma Mobility Assist and Trainer have the potential to bind during lowering operation.

The Entroy Pool Lift boom may rapidly lower un-commanded to the bottom of its stroke, with a potential for injury to the resident or caregiver.

The battery-powered control board in the ceiling lift motor may overheat, resulting in smoke and possibly flames and the lift becoming inoperable.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patints during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patints during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patints during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patints during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patients during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patients during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

The firm has received reports of injuries related to the Sabina Sit-in-Stand lifts. Of six injury reports, two were injuries in patients during use and four injuries were in non-patients when they tripped over the lift device and fell on the unit.

Slings were improperly assembled and the loops that are used to support the sling when hung from a lift were too long, potentially putting the patient being lifted at risk of falling out.

Incorrect battery chargers were supplied with the EVA 450 Patient Lifts. Charger unit stops working and will not charge lift. New chargers were supplied to customers.

A Scoop Stretcher is made up of two frames that are held together with two locking devices, one on each end. Each locking device contains a safety latch. The safety latch could unintentionally release when the side frames are pulled for positioning.

Male patient genitals may be pinched between the seat and the frame of the patient lift chair when the Care Raiser seat is returned to its lowest position.

The roll pin on certain configurations of the Maxilift hanger bar could break due to a combination of severe corrosion and fatigue. Breakage of the roll pin would lead to the detachment of the hanger bar from the jib of the lifter.

If the sling clips are not applied or are applied incorrectly, there is the potential for the patient to fall, resulting in injury to both the patient and/or the caregiver.

If the sling clips are not applied or are applied incorrectly, there is the potential for the patient to fall, resulting in injury to both the patient and/or the caregiver.

The manufacturer, BHM Medical, has received reports of structural failure of the mast during use.

Actuator of the lift has the potential to separate when the upper arm is fully extended.

Actuator of the lift has the potential to separate when the upper arm is fully extended.

If the spring pin is not properly reinstalled after maintenance, the pivot bolt could unscrew by itself within a limited period of time, resulting in a hanger bar detachment.

If the spring pin is not properly reinstalled after maintenance, the pivot bolt could unscrew by itself within a limited period of time, resulting in a hanger bar detachment.

The battery pack NDA0200-20, lot 070826D, sold with the Maxi Move patient lift or as replacement parts, has a defective connector that could lead to the inability of the battery pack to recharge and/or short circuit, resulting in smoke emission.

The pivot bolt that attaches the hanger bar to the scale of the patient lift can break, resulting in the hanger bar falling.

The pivot bolt that attaches the hanger bar to the scale of the patient lift can break, resulting in the hanger bar falling.

There is the potential for unintended dislocation of the Lock and Load hanger assembly (Combi Hanger) from the t-bar attached to the lifter jib of the Maxi Move patient lift.

A component securing the Universal SlingBar to the patient lift, may experience a nut unthreading resulting in the sling bar detaching from the lift causing the patient to fall.

A component securing the Universal SlingBar to the patient lift, may experience a nut unthreading resulting in the sling bar detaching from the lift causing the patient to fall.

A component securing the Universal SlingBar to the patient lift, may experience a nut unthreading resulting in the sling bar detaching from the lift causing the patient to fall.

A component securing the Universal SlingBar to the patient lift, may experience a nut unthreading resulting in the sling bar detaching from the lift causing the patient to fall.

A component securing the Universal SlingBar to the patient lift, may experience a nut unthreading resulting in the sling bar detaching from the lift causing the patient to fall.

A component securing the Universal SlingBar to the patient lift, may experience a nut unthreading resulting in the sling bar detaching from the lift causing the patient to fall.

There is a possibility that the Kwiktrak Gate System could malfunction, resulting in the gate locks opening even though the corresponding tracks are not properly aligned.

The armrests of the lift chair may push up, allowing the patient to slip down and out of the seat. The resultant fall could result in serious or fatal patient injuries.

The armrests of the lift chair may push up, allowing the patient to slip down and out of the seat. The resultant fall could result in serious or fatal patient injuries.

Repeated use of the ratchets that lock the position of the back and leg rest of the stretcher may damage the retention pin that prevents the latch from disengaging from the anchor system. This would allow the backrest to pivot freely down to the floor.

Scale could break and fall potentially causing injuries to someone who is on it. There is a potential for the mast scale load cell ssembly to fracture and allow the mast/boom to fall. Should a patient be in the lift at the time, the patient could fall and sustain injuries.

Male patient genitals may be pinched between the seat and the frame of the patient lift chair when the Care Raiser seat is returned to its lowest position.

Poor welding may cause the device(s) to fail, which may result in the user, falling in the bathroom and/or a lack of assistance with bathing or toileting.

Unapproved Design Change (by base supplier) consisting of a reduction in the number of mast-to-base welds (from four welds to two welds).

There is the potential for the slings to come apart, potentially allowing injury to the patient.

There is the potential for the slings to come apart, potentially allowing injury to the patient.

There is the potential for the slings to come apart, potentially allowing injury to the patient.

The Kwiktrak Gate stopper may fail and allow the ceiling lift to pass through to the end of the track and fall to the floor.

The carabineer may not be correctly attached to the reacher and the portable patient lift may drop.

The sling ropes were manufactured with insufficient rope length past the knot to prevent the knot from coming loose.

The sling ropes were manufactured with insufficient rope length past the knot to prevent the knot from coming loose.

A field correction is being conducted on select models of Hoyer Patient Lifts because of hydraulic jack problems that have resulted in patient injury. The possibility exists that the mounting stud located in the bottom of the hydraulic jack could become loose allowing the jack to disengage from the mast of the lift.

The swivel adapter which is mounted directly above the slingbar's split center bolt could be removed and allow the slingbar to be improperly mounted directly into the aluminum link arm. This could cause an unsafe transfer. Patient may fall.

The swivel adapter which is mounted directly above the slingbar's split center bolt could be removed and allow the slingbar to be improperly mounted directly into the aluminum link arm. This could cause an unsafe transfer. Patient may fall.

Incorrect length leg pin bolts may cause patient lift failures

Incorrect length leg pin bolts may cause patient lift failures

Incorrect length leg pin bolts may cause patient lift failures

The leg actuation mechanism on certain Hoyer Advance Patient Lifts may not operate properly, which could cause the lift to become unstable.

The hanger bar may detach from the jib yoke, the M8 bolt in the foot pedal assembly may come loose, and some units may have faulty actuator brackets on the mast assembly, resulting in the patient lift becoming unstable and allowing the patient to fall.

Excessive wear of the hanger bar bolt, that connects the lift arm to the sling spreader bar, may cause the bolt to snap allowing the patient to fall.

Excessive wear of the hanger bar bolt, that connects the lift arm to the sling spreader bar, may cause the bolt to snap allowing the patient to fall.

Excessive wear of the hanger bar bolt, that connects the lift arm to the sling spreader bar, may cause the bolt to snap allowing the patient to fall.

The tension pin was not installed in spreader bar pivot bolt to prevent the pivot bolt from migrating out of the spreader bar, allowing the spreader bar to detach from the lift.

The hanger bar may detach from the jib yoke, and the M8 bolt in the foot pedal assembly may come loose, resulting in the patient lift becoming unstable.

There has been an increased number of tipping incidents and subsequent patient injuries.

A limited amount of Carina mobile lifts have been delivered with a too small locking pin. If a locking pin smaller than the correct size is mounted on the Carina mobile lift, the locking pin is likely to cause increased wear on the plastic bushings. In case of continued use, these components may cause wear on the metal of the piston rod eye.

Carry bar may detach during use of mobile lifts and ceiling lifts equipped with the Swifthook component.

The products manufactured on 5/5/17 may be assembled incorrectly. If the incorrectly assembled products is used for patient transport, this could allow the patient to fall, resulting in potential injury to the patient.

A design change to the load-bearing quick release buckle renders the springs in the latch mechanism susceptible to fatigue failure after repeated use.

A design change to the load-bearing quick release buckle renders the springs in the latch mechanism susceptible to fatigue failure after repeated use.

A design change to the load-bearing quick release buckle renders the springs in the latch mechanism susceptible to fatigue failure after repeated use.

Invacare has identified via customer complaints, the potential for the mounting bolt connecting the caster to the base frame of the patient lifts to become loose. Loose hardware can cause wear to the hardware and housings. If left unresolved, the caster may separate from the base of the lift causing the Lift to tilt and a patient fall. Failure does not occur right away but happens over time if the lift is not properly maintained. Patient falls are inherently dangerous and may result in a range of injuries that are dependent on physical condition of the patient and the nature of the fall. When injuries occur, they are typically non-serious injuries such as bruising, lacerations, or abrasions. In rare cases, more serious injuries such as bone fracture, head trauma, or death can occur. For caregivers using the lift, attempts to manually stabilize a lift if it becomes unstable could result in sprains, serious back injuries, or bone fractures.

Inspection process at the manufacturer found nonwoven material was used in specific lots of product that may break wile in use during the patient/resident transfer. Patient/resident might fall on the floor. IN consequence, the patient might sustain a major trauma, head injury - damage to tissue that is irreversible or may lead to death.

Missing bushing on Liko M220 and M230 causing wear and potential for patient falling

Missing bushing on Liko M220 and M230 causing wear and potential for patient falling

The black plastic puck on the carry bar is breaking resulting in potential for patient harm.

Traverse rail carriage delivered with non-conforming screws are too short to ensure appropriate installation. There is potential that the screws are unable to secure the traverse rail appropriately and could loosen over time causing the rail system to fall, potentially causing injury to caregivers and/or patients

An incorrect center bolt was used in the assembly of the product which could result in a patient fall during use.

The Hanger-Bar is being recalled due to the potential for the set screw loosening as a result of a manufacturing issue (failure to apply Loctite adhesive). As a result of the set screw loosening, there is the potential for a fall hazard.

The Hanger-Bar is being recalled due to the potential for the set screw loosening as a result of a manufacturing issue (failure to apply Loctite adhesive). As a result of the set screw loosening, there is the potential for a fall hazard.

Risk of Sling Clip breakage while in use with obsolete Flat Dynamic Positioning System (DPS)

The firm has received 7 reports of malfunction for the device in which the hooks have broken off, potentially leading the sling to slip out of the sling bar and causing the patient to fall.

The firm has received 7 reports of malfunction for the device in which the hooks have broken off, potentially leading the sling to slip out of the sling bar and causing the patient to fall.

Reports of the bolts connecting the stretcher to the hydraulic piston and the stretcher tilting mechanism becoming loose.

Recalling firm was informed that as a result of combination of a weak spring and incorrect alignment of the locking pin for latching the leg positions, product legs folded inwards while lifting a person off a bed and the individual was dropped.

The firm has become aware that any of the 4 safety catches may exhibit a mechanical failure (break in one of the arms of safety catch), which in certain circumstances may contribute to the side support unintentionally opening and may lead to a potential risk of a patient fall. The patient falling could lead to various types of injuries.

After feedback from customers and internal suspicion, Handicare has become aware that abnormal use of Eva-lifts could lead to a deterioation in the joint of the liftarm. This could lead to injury if the joint breaks. All lifts must therefore be checked and reported back to the manuafacturer.

Sling loop straps on device pose a trip hazard.

The spreader bar can disconnect from the scale bottom attachment.

Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this function is lost the patient can slide backwards and potentially may fall out of the Oct lift sheet back onto the surface it is being lifted from.

Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this function is lost the patient can slide backwards and potentially may fall out of the Oct lift sheet back onto the surface it is being lifted from.

Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this function is lost the patient can slide backwards and potentially may fall out of the Oct lift sheet back onto the surface it is being lifted from.

Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this function is lost the patient can slide backwards and potentially may fall out of the Oct lift sheet back onto the surface it is being lifted from.

Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this function is lost the patient can slide backwards and potentially may fall out of the Oct lift sheet back onto the surface it is being lifted from.

The spreader bar can detach from the scale attachment under certain conditions.

The spreader bar can detach from the scale attachment under certain conditions.