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Hi, we have a Drive Medical manual hoyer lift (where we have to pump it to raise the bar-i think the model number is 13023 or 13023sv) we're borrowing. The spreader bar that opens/closes the lift legs didnt seem to be smoothly opening/closing as well as we'd expected but it was going over carpet so we figured that was the issue. No major/minor incident happened, but the spreader bar now is like stuck the the lift-the bar seems frozen and i cant move it to open/close the lift legs. Luckily it is 'stuck' in a position where the legs are open wide so we are still able to use it but wondering if anyone has run into this issue and knows what causes it/how to fix it?
Trying to troubleshoot before contacting the org we borrowed it from-as we already had to have them swap out the first hoyer they gave us due to a wheel making odd noises that they said shouldnt happen. I dont really want to try to force the spreader bar as id rather have it working as is than not working at all until we figure out if we can get another replacement lift from the organization.
(lift looks like this: https://www.rehabmart.com/product/hydraulic-deluxe-silver-vein-patient-lift-39948.html?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw6c63BhAiEiwAF0EH1K9005tFZfIFMTt2iWhG0liZkn7ZxJJ56260b0GeNX-Z0fnIAUDIjxoCRaAQAvD_BwE)

I’d call for a replacement . If you do something to try to “ fix “ the hoyer and it breaks , your LO could fall , as well as you will be charged for the equipment .
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cwillie Sep 25, 2024
I agree that replacement is the preferred option, the only "fixing" I would attempt would be ensuring all the nuts and bolts are properly tightened and the moving parts have been appropriately lubricated.
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With something like this I would not risk trying to "fix" it.
I would contact the organization that you borrowed it from.

Just curious about a few things....
1. If the Hoyer is necessary the doctor can order one and a Medical Supply company can provide one and the cost billed to insurance.
2. If the person is in need of a Hoyer is it possible that they might be eligible for Hospice? If so Hospice will provide a Hoyer lift (and if it ever breaks/malfunctions a replacement will be delivered usually in 12 to 24 hours. (Hospice is not just End of Life or "6 months" or fewer. My Husband was on Hospice for almost 3 years. As long as there is a documented decline that meets Medicare standards a person can remain on Hospice)
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https://troubleshootinglab.com/hoyer-lift-troubleshooting/

If you can't find a simple fix call whoever loaned the lift and ask for a replacement.
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