Joerns Hoyer HML400 Manual Patient Lift

The Joerns Hoyer HML400 Manual Patient Lift is engineered for reliable and safe transfers. The maximum safe patient capacity for this unit is 400 lb (181 kg). This robust capacity supports a wide range of patient needs.

The Joerns Hoyer HML400 features a low-profile, U-shaped base designed for superior accessibility, allowing it to navigate easily under beds, around chairs, and near toilets.

Key dimensions for the base are:

• Closed Width: 24 inches (61 cm)
• Open Width: 39.5 inches (100 cm)
• Base Length (without wheel swivel): 42.5 inches (108 cm)

The base clearance, which is critical for rolling under low-profile objects, is:

• Clearance (with 4-inch diameter wheels): 5.5 inches (14 cm)
• Clearance (with 3-inch diameter wheels): 4.5 inches (11 cm)

Yes, the Joerns Hoyer HML400 is equipped with a robust, ergonomically placed hydraulic pump system designed to ensure quick and easy patient elevation.

This system minimizes caregiver effort and strain, offering several key advantages:

• Smooth Operation: The hydraulic pump provides controlled, smooth lifting and lowering for patients up to the 400 lb (181 kg) maximum capacity.
• Operational Flexibility: The pump handle is designed to rotate, allowing the caregiver to efficiently operate the lift from either the left or right side of the unit during a transfer.
• Extensive Range: The boom articulates from a low height of 28 inches to a high lift of 77 inches (with 4” wheels), accommodating transfers to and from various surfaces, including the floor.

Yes, the Joerns Hoyer HML400 is a versatile manual patient lift designed for safe patient transfers in various care environments, including home healthcare and institutional settings. Its suitability is enhanced by several key features:

• For Home Healthcare: The unit features mobile caster wheels for easy movement and can be quickly disassembled for convenient storage in residential settings when not in use.
• For Clinical Use: It offers a robust and reliable solution, supporting a high maximum patient capacity of 400 lb (181 kg), making it suitable for frequent institutional use.

A critical design feature is the low-profile, U-shaped base, which provides excellent accessibility for maneuvering under furniture (like beds and chairs) and positioning around toilets or wheelchairs.

The Joerns Hoyer HML400 is shipped factory new and includes all essential structural and operational components for safe manual patient transfer.

Included components are:

• The main lift structure (base, mast, and boom).
• The hydraulic pump assembly with an ergonomically placed, rotating handle.
• The multi-pronged spreader bar (cradle) for sling attachment.
• Four caster wheels for mobility.

Important Note: Patient slings (such as the Hoyer Classic One-Piece, Universal, Full Back, or Quickfit slings) are not included and must be purchased separately to ensure secure patient transfers.

Yes, the Joerns Hoyer HML400 can be easily disassembled for space-saving storage when it is not in use, which is convenient for home and facility environments.

The Joerns Hoyer HML400 is designed for use with compatible patient slings that attach securely to its multi-point suspension cradle (spreader bar). Slings are sold separately and are not included with the lift. This unit is often used in conjunction with standard Hoyer slings, such as:

• Hoyer Classic One-Piece Slings
• Various Hoyer Professional Slings

Always ensure the chosen sling is compatible with the cradle mechanism and adheres to the patient’s specific transfer needs, keeping within the lift’s maximum capacity of 400 lb (181 kg).

The boom on the HML400 provides an extensive articulation range, ensuring flexible lifting and positioning for caregivers. The measurements are taken when the lift is equipped with the standard 4-inch diameter caster wheels:

• Lowest Articulation Height: 28 inches (71 cm)
• Highest Articulation Height: 77 inches (196 cm)

This broad range allows the lift to function effectively around various beds, chairs, and other fixtures.

The low-profile base of the Joerns Hoyer HML400 allows it to easily access areas under beds, chairs, and around toilets, greatly enhancing its versatility for patient transfers.

Yes, the HML400 features an ergonomic hydraulic pump handle that rotates to either side, ensuring that caregivers can operate the lift comfortably and effectively regardless of their positioning.