SA160E User Manual Rev 3 - Aug 2016
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4.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and the
use of the SA160E Stand Aid is straightforward. These basic safety precautions will
help make lifting operations easy and trouble free.
ALWAYS conduct a risk assessment to
plan your lifting operations before
commencing.
ALWAYS
carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST (next section) before using the Stand
Aid.
ALWAYS
read this manual and familiarise yourself with the operating control
and safety features of the Stand Aid before lifting a patient.
ALWAYS
check the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the
correct size and capacity.
ALWAYS
fit the sling according to the instructions in the user manual.
ALWAYS
check that the safe working load of the Stand Aid is suitable for the
weight of the patient.
ALWAYS
carry out lifting according to the instructions in the sling user manual.
ALWAYS
manoeuvre the lift with the handle provided.
ALWAYS
lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers.
ALWAYS
apply the brakes when parking a Stand Aid.
NEVER
use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the Stand Aid.
NEVER
attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or
patient.
NEVER
push a loaded lift at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace.
NEVER
push the Stand Aid over uneven or rough ground, particularly if loaded.
NEVER
attempt to push or pull a loaded Stand Aid over a floor obstruction which
the castors are unable to ride over easily.
NEVER
bump the Stand Aid down steps, loaded or unloaded, this will damage the
castors.
NEVER
attempt to negotiate a loaded Stand Aid on a slope.
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