3
Cautions
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The AP-450
must be installed
only by persons authorized by Handicare. The installation
guide is available to and for use by authorized dealers only.
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Under no circumstance should the AP-450 track, lift, sling, or the entire system be put in
control of a person who has not been properly trained in the use and care of this
equipment. Failure to adhere to this warning may result in serious injury to the operator,
and/or the individual being lifted/transferred.
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The AP-450 lift, and associated track and slings are not toys. Do not use it for unsafe
practices. Do not allow children to play with the lift or any of its parts.
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The manufacturer's warranty is void if persons unauthorized by Handicare perform work on
the AP-450 lift system.
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There are no user serviceable parts inside the cover. Do not remove cover screws, or open
the lift unit, as this may result in serious injury and will VOID THE WARRANTY. Contact your
local Handicare dealer or your local Handicare business development manager for service.
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In facilities where more than one operator will be responsible for using the AP-450 lift and
associated track and slings it is imperative that all such individuals be trained in its proper
use. A training program should be established by the facility to acquaint new operators with
this equipment. Contact your local Handicare dealer or your local Handicare business
development manager for training assistance.
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Never expose the AP-450 lift or Hand Control directly into water. Warranty does not cover
any misuse or abuse of the lift system.
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To maintain optimum function, the AP-450 should be inspected and maintained on a regular
basis. See the section titled “General Inspection and Maintenance”
See page 17.
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Any accessories used with the AP-450 including but not limited to track and slings, should be
checked to ensure that they are in good working order. Check for signs of wear or fraying
prior to each use. Report any unusual wear, or damage immediately to your local Handicare
dealer or your local Handicare business development manager.
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The AP-450 lift and associated accessories, track, and slings are intended only for lifting,
repositioning and transferring of a person. Handicare will not be responsible for any
damage caused by the misuse, neglect or purposeful destruction of the lift, or its associated
parts. Do not attempt to modify/alter the AP-450 lifts.
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Do not in any circumstance exceed the maximum allowable load of this lift. Refer to the
Specifications” section of this manual,
or the labels on the lift.
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The installation of the lift, track, accessories, and sling are certified to a maximum load. Do
not exceed the maximum rated load of any of the parts.
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There is a risk of explosion if the lift is used in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
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Ensure that a clear space is maintained around the lift and track. Move all curtain material
and other obstacles out of the way before performing a transfer.
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The charger must be located outside the patient vicinity at all times. The patient vicinity is the
space with surfaces likely contacted by the patient or an attendant who can touch the
patient.
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AP-450 lifts should be decommissioned/disposed of after recommended 10 year service life
(or 22,500 cycles, whichever comes earlier) in accordance with regional component specific
disposal recommendations.
