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Safety Instructions
A BestStand® will provide years of service if it is properly maintained
as any electric and/or mechanical equipment requires. Please pay
careful attention to the following important information regarding the
care, maintenance, and operation of the patient lift. Carefully read
these instructions before assembling the lift, or attempting to lift a user
with the device.
• Before attempting to lift anyone, please practice operating the lift
and explain the lifting procedure to the user/patient.
• Special care must be taken with users/patients who cannot
themselves provide assistance while being lifted. (i.e. patients
who are comatose, spastic, agitated, or otherwise severely
handicapped.)
• The patient lift should be used solely for transferring a user/patient
from one utility (beds, chairs, toilets, etc.) to another. The patient lift
should not be used for transporting or moving any patient from one
location to another location.
• During lifting or lowering, whenever possible, always keep the base
of the lift in the widest position.
• The base of the lift should be closed before moving the lift.
• Do not roll casters over any object while the user/patient is in the
sling.
• Do not lock casters during lifting.
• While being lifted in a sling, always keep the user/patient centered
over the base and facing the caregiver operating the lifter.
• Never leave the user/patient unattended during lifting.
Service personnel may contact Bestcare for any information,
instructions, or certain parts for servicing purpose.
