Prism Medical A205, User Manual

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A205 Mobile Hoist User Manual Page 4 of 44 Part No. 999003 / Rev.2 / Nov 2017
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUT FIRST UNDERSTANDING THE CONTENTS OF THIS
MANUAL.
1. Introduction
Before using this equipment, and to ensure the safe operation of your
Prism A205 Aluminium Mobile Hoist, carefully read this entire manual,
especially the section on “Cautions”.
The A205 is designed to be used in conjunction with Prism Medical UK
accessories and slings. Please refer to any user guides supplied with
these components and refer to them while reviewing this manual.
Should any questions arise from reviewing this manual contact your local
authorised Prism Medical UK Representative.
Failure to comply with warnings in this manual may result in injury to
either the operator, or the individual being lifted/transferred. Damage to
the mobile hoist and/or related components may also occur.
Be sure that the contents of this manual are completely understood
prior to using this mobile hoist. Store this manual with the documents
included with the mobile hoist and sling(s).
Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior written notice.
2. Contraindications
There are no known “contraindications” associated with the usage of the
aluminium mobile hoist and its accessories, provided they are used a per
manufacturer’s recommendations and guidelines.
However, it is recommended that a client specific assessment is
completed by a trained and knowledgeable health care professional to
determine the method of transfer.
Prism Medical UK does not recommend a required number of caregivers
for the use of our products. This information and recommendation can
only be provided after a thorough personalized, case specific assessment,
as there are many factors that can influence these decisions.
It is however, “obligatory” that a client that is assessed as being an
independent user of our ceiling hoist technology have the ability to
receive assistance, during the transfer, in the event of a hoist malfunction
or personal concern.
This assistance can be provided in the form of; a nearby qualified
caregiver, a phone, a communication device etc.