Columbia Marlin Bath Lift

Highlights- Marlin Bath Lift System

• Multiple positioning supports available
• Lightest bath lift on the market at 20.5 lb
• Back gradually reclines from 10 degrees off of vertical at highest position to 50 degrees at bottom position and seat remains flat
• Seat height ranges from 2.5" - 19"
• Side flap for easy lateral transfer
• Suction cups keep lifter from sliding
• Battery charger
• Latex and silicone free

Benefits Of Marlin Bath Lift System 

• Battery Powered:
  - Powered by a low voltage rechargeable battery which features a safety mechanism that prevents the chair from lowering into the tub, when there is not enough charge to raise it back out of the tub
• Stability or Safety:
  - Max weight capacity of 300 lbs., high-grade plastic materials and suction cups that attach to the tub base to ensure there is no slippage combine to make this both a stable and safe option
• Easy to Operate:
  - An easy to operate remote control, allows for a simple push of a button to activate submerging into and lifting out of the tub along with triggering various back recline options
• Padded Height Adjustable Headrest:
  - Two styles of head supports are available
  - Both are foam cushion that are added to the base of the chair, provide additional comfort and positioning support for the head
  - Padded Adjustable Headrest provides height adjust-ability and positioning support for those with minimal need
  - Lateral Head Support is recommended for those with more pronounced positional support needs
• Lateral Trunk Support:
  - Foam cushion that is added to the chair’s base, provides enhanced trunk positioning
• Head Support:
  - Foam cushion that is added to the base of the chair, provides additional comfort and positioning support for the head
• Swivel and Transfer Aid:
  - Designed to function as a transfer aid to the actual bath bench
  - Allows for the user to sit on the swivel disk at the edge of the bath and then slide to the actual bath lift
• Abductor:
  - Attaches easily to the base of the chair, to improve hip alignment and stabilize seating posture
  - A nonslip-seat back cover is required and included when adding the abductor
• Anti-Thrust Wedge:
  - Foam wedge that provides additional aide to a child or adult that needs assistance in leaning back into the seat
• Contoured Chest Harness:
  - Vest style chest harness to maintain proper trunk alignment
• Rapid Dry Positioning Belt:
  - Available in two sizes: 4" and 5" wide
• Instruction Manual

More About Bath Lift System

Precautions

• Determine, with a physician or therapist, the suitability of this product for the intended user
• Always keep animals and children away from the bath lift
• In the event of malfunction or damage, please contact your specialist dealer immediately
• Do not perform any makeshift repairs or modifications
• Repair work has to be carried out by authorized technicians or by the manufacturer only
• Non-adherence to this provision will render our guarantee invalid
• When using bath oils or salts, please observe the recommended dosage such additives may affect the gliding behavior of the crossbar mechanism

Assembly Instructions- Marlin Bath Lift

• Before the first use, it is vital that the battery be fully charged:
  - Plug the charger into the handset then plug the charger into the wall outlet.
  - The light on the handset will light up red and turn green when it is fully charged, approximately 4 hours.
  - A charge can last up to 6 lifts depending on the weight of the user and condition of the battery.
  - By charging the battery after each use, the battery will maintain its use to its fullest.
  - If the device is not used for extended period, the battery should be recharged every 3 months in order to increase the longevity of the device.

• Install two suction cups to the front of the base. Press the tongue of the suction cup into the recesses on the base plate 
• Install the remaining two suction cups to the rear of the base. The tongue of the rear suction cups must be directed away from the base 
• Insert the backrest into the bearing block of the base. It is very important that both guide pins are inserted into the bearing block 
• Lift the backrest an angle until it clicks into the latch. Check to make sure that the lifting rod is position correctly in the base as the back is tilted.

Cover Installation- Bath Lift System

• Insert the upper tabs of the backrest cover into the top holes of the backrest. Push the locking buttons on the tabs into the button receivers on the rear of the backrest
• Push in the lower locking buttons of the cover to the receivers on the bottom of the backrest
• Place the seat cover on the seat, making sure that the cutout of the cover matches the cutout on the seat and the side flaps are pushed all the way forward
• Slide the cover onto the side flap
• Engage locking buttons on the seat cover

Maintenance And Care Bath Lift System

• Inspired by Drive recommends that the bath lift be thoroughly examined every 6 months and serviced every 12 months by a qualified technician
• Ensure that the handset and charger cables are free from damage
• Check the condition of the suction cups and ensure they are free from damage which could affect their operation
• Dust the suction cups with talcum powder when not in use. Cleaning To keep the bath lift in a good working condition, clean immediately after each use (preferably with hot water)
• Use non-abrasive cleaner or disinfectant to clean the bath lift without covers. Test a small area of the suitability of the cleaning or disinfecting agents
• Wipe the battery pack with a damp cloth and allow to air dry before use
• The covers can be washed in the washing machine on gentle cycle at 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) with a mild detergent
• Lay the covers flat to dry
• Do not dry the covers in the dryer

Safety Rules

• Never use the bath lift to climb in or out of the bath
• Never use it as a stand, lifting device, ladder, support or for any similar purposes outside of the bath
• The lift is to be used only to take a bath
• To reduce the risk of injury or drowning, never leave the user unsupervised or unattended while using this product
• Make sure the user is buckled in at all times during use
• Always sit down the middle of the lift with your back against the backrest, with your legs stretched slightly forward and place your free hand either on the edge of the bath or on your lap
• Use the other hand to operate the handset to raise or lower the lift
• Only raise or lower the lifting rod when the backrest is in an upright position and fully locked
• While raising or lowering the lift, do not place your hand between the bath edge and the lift or underneath the seat as this may cause injury
• Persons with severe or mental disabilities must never be left unattended in the bath. Only take a bath without any help if your ability allows you to do so otherwise, ask someone to assist you
• Before using the bath lift a test run should be carried out to check for the correct raising, lowering and emergency stop functions
• If a malfunction has occurred, do not operate the bath lift and ask your specialist dealer to remedy the problem
• Do not use any objects that could get stuck in the mechanism while using the bath lift
• Do not use height adapters for this product

Storage- Bath Lift System

• During a long period of inactivity, charge the battery monthly for maximum efficiency
• If the battery has been exposed to low temperature for long period, allow it to warm up to room temperature before using