Arjo Tenor Bariatric Mobile Patient Hoist: How to Choose and What to Expect

• What the Arjo Tenor Bariatric Is and What It Does
• Key Features to Evaluate Before Purchase
• Regulatory and Safety Obligations
• What Is Typically Not Included
• Choosing the Right Configuration
• Summary: What to Confirm Before Ordering

The Arjo Tenor Bariatric Mobile Patient Hoist is a floor-based, mobile lifting device designed for the transfer and repositioning of bariatric patients in clinical and care environments. It is built to accommodate higher safe working loads than standard hoists, and it is commonly used across wards, rehabilitation departments and residential care settings where patient weight or size exceeds the capacity of conventional equipment.

What the Arjo Tenor Bariatric Is and What It Does

Core Function

The Tenor Bariatric is a powered mobile hoist. An electric actuator raises and lowers the boom, reducing manual handling effort for the operator. The mast and boom geometry is designed to allow sling attachment at a height and angle suited to bariatric transfers, including bed-to-chair, chair-to-toilet and floor lifts when a compatible sling is used.

Safe Working Load

The safe working load (SWL) is a critical specification. The Tenor Bariatric is rated for loads above the standard Tenor. Confirm the exact SWL for the specific unit before ordering, as different production variants exist. The lowest SWL in the complete system governs: if the sling is rated lower than the hoist, the sling rating applies. Never exceed the lowest rated component in the system.

Leg Spread and Chassis Design

The powered or manually adjustable leg spread allows the chassis to pass around furniture legs and position under beds or chairs. A wide leg stance increases stability during the lift. Check whether the leg spread mechanism on the specific unit is manual or electrically powered, as this affects operational requirements in confined spaces.

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Key Features to Evaluate Before Purchase

Drive and Lift Mechanism

• Electric lift actuator, controls raise and lower via a hand pendant or integrated controls, reducing operator effort.
• Battery pack, powers the actuator and, on some variants, the drive system. Battery condition on pre-owned units requires verification.
• Hand pendant, allows the operator to control lift height from a safe position adjacent to the patient.
• Scale integration, some Tenor Bariatric variants include an integrated weighing system. Confirm whether this feature is present and in calibration on the unit offered.

Sling Attachment and Compatibility

The Tenor Bariatric uses a spreader bar compatible with Arjo sling ranges. Slings are consumables and are sold separately. Sling selection must account for the patient's weight, body shape, clinical condition and the type of transfer being performed. A competent person must select the appropriate sling. The hoist and sling must both be rated at or above the patient's weight, and the lower of the two ratings governs.

Castors and Manoeuvrability

Six castors, typically with directional locking on the rear pair, allow the hoist to be steered and parked securely. Castor condition on pre-owned units should be inspected. Worn or seized castors affect control during a transfer and must be replaced before clinical use.

Regulatory and Safety Obligations

LOLER 1998

The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) apply to patient hoists used in a workplace. A thorough examination by a competent person is required at least every six months. This examination is separate from any in-house functional check. The operating organisation is responsible for arranging and recording this examination. A hoist that has not been examined within the required period must not be used for lifting operations.

PUWER 1998

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) require the equipment to be maintained in a safe condition, inspected at appropriate intervals, and used only by trained operators. Planned maintenance, electrical safety testing and operator training remain with the operating organisation.

Decontamination Before Use

Any pre-owned hoist must be decontaminated before clinical use. The operating organisation must follow its own decontamination protocol. The manufacturer's instructions take precedence over any general guidance provided here. Confirm that the surface materials of the specific unit are compatible with the cleaning agents used in the receiving department before ordering.

What Is Typically Not Included

Slings

Slings are not included with a hoist unless the listing states otherwise. They are single-patient or limited-use consumables and must be selected individually. Ask before ordering if you need guidance on compatible Arjo sling references for the Tenor Bariatric spreader bar.

Charger and Spare Battery

The battery charger may or may not be included with a pre-owned unit. If the charger is absent, it is an essential add-on: the hoist cannot be used without a functioning battery and a means of charging it. Confirm charger inclusion before completing an order. Spare batteries are sold separately.

Service Documentation

Previous LOLER examination certificates and service records may not accompany a pre-owned unit. The absence of documentation does not indicate a fault, but it does mean the receiving organisation must arrange a thorough examination before placing the hoist in clinical use.

Choosing the Right Configuration

Confirm the Exact Model Variant

The Tenor range includes standard and bariatric variants, and within the bariatric range there are differences in SWL, leg drive and scale options. Photographs form part of the description on any used listing. Review them carefully and ask for additional images or the model plate reference if the variant is not clear.

Matching the Hoist to the Clinical Environment

• Measure doorway widths and access routes. The Tenor Bariatric chassis is wider than a standard hoist.
• Confirm floor type. Hard floors and carpet affect castor rolling resistance and steering effort.
• Assess available charging points. The battery requires a dedicated charging period between uses.
• Check ceiling height is sufficient for the lift arc in the intended room.

Pre-Owned Versus New

A pre-owned Tenor Bariatric that has been cleaned, inspected and function tested offers a cost-effective route to bariatric lifting capacity. The receiving organisation must still arrange a LOLER thorough examination before clinical use. A new unit carries full manufacturer warranty and no requirement to establish prior history, but lead times and cost are typically higher.

Summary: What to Confirm Before Ordering

The Arjo Tenor Bariatric Mobile Patient Hoist is a capable, well-established bariatric transfer device suited to clinical and care environments. Before ordering, confirm the safe working load of the specific unit, whether the charger is included, whether integrated scales are fitted, and the current battery condition. Slings are sold separately and must be selected by a competent person. LOLER thorough examination is required before clinical use regardless of the condition of the unit at dispatch. Any questions about model variant, included accessories or decontamination compatibility should be resolved before ordering.

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