Leckey Freestander, User Manual

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Freestander User Manual p5
SECTION 03:
WARNINGS AND
CAUTIONS
1) WARNING TOPPLING HAZARD
• Never use the product on a sloping
surface greater than 5 degrees.
• Always check operation of linear drives,
gas struts, and motor drives before use.
• When adjusting the stander angle
ensure there is adequate access space
on all sides of the product.
• Always lock casters facing outwards
before placing the user in the product.
2) WARNING FINGER TRAP HAZARD
• Ensure that the user or carer does not
touch any moving joint or pivot that is
not locked.
• While the user is in the product, the
carer should strive to keep product
adjustments to a minimum.
3) WARNING OCCUPANT SECURITY
• User transfers in and out of
the product must be done with
appropriate equipment and
personnel.
• When transferring the user into the
product, first use the pelvic band to
secure the user.
• Ensure that all harnesses, sandal
straps and chest pad are securely
applied.
• If the user exhibits any form of
distress, remove from the product as
quickly as is safely possible.
4) CAUTION FINGER PINCH HAZARD
• While the user is in the product, the
carer should strive to keep product
adjustments to a minimum.
• Take care when assembling or
adjusting the position of the stander
components that your fingers do
not get pinched when positioning
stander components and tightening
mountings.
• During product assembly and
adjustment, the carer should avoid
finger pinching risk of the product’s
joints or pivots.
• During transfers and adjustments, the
carer should avoid the finger pinching
risk of over-centre buckles and latches.
5) CAUTION DAILY CHECKS
• The stander is to be checked daily
before use to ensure that all harnesses
and stander components are securely
attached.
• Always check operation of linear drives,
gas struts, and motor drives before use.
6) CAUTION TRIP HAZARD WITH
POWERED CHASSIS
• Before moving a powered stander
ensure that battery charging
connection is removed.
7) CAUTION CLEANING
• Clean the stander regularly to prevent
the build-up of dirt. Accumulated
dirt can prematurely wear the fabric
components and encourage corrosion
on the stander. Only use non-abrasive