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Ensure that a clear space is maintained around the FSG440. Before performing a transfer, check for and move all
obstacles out of the way.
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Your Product is for aiding and transferring a patient. Do not use it, or allow it to be used, for any other purpose.
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In areas where children are prone to be present be vigilant when carrying out a transfer.
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To reduce the risk of unintended use, when the FSG and Hoist is not in use, remove the sling(s) from the product to
prevent entrapment or strangulation should the device be tampered with.
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Between FSG440, Hoist, Spreader Bar and Body-Support Unit, the lowest maximum load shall always be used.
You may need to seek specialist advice on how to assist some people with specific moving and handling needs.
Sources of advice include, but is not limited to, professional bodies and organisations, occupational therapist,
physiotherapists, manual handling advisers and ergonomist with experience in health and social care.
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Warning Notes
Your Free-Standing Gantry has been manufactured and tested to exceed BS EN 10535:2006. This does not mean that
it can be used without care. ALL OPERATORS should have read the operating instructions and appreciate this
warning section.
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FSG440 are less stable on sloping surfaces. Mackworth recommend that the install of the FSG440 is on a flat and level
surface.
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ALL FSG440 are dangerous to the person being transferred when used without training.
If, during the use of this device or as a result of its use a serious incident has occurred, please report it to the
manufacturer and to your national authority
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Operating Environment
The FSG440, Free-Standing Gantry is suitable for use within the professional health care facility
environment as well as the following listed:
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Home environment
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Hospital and/or treatment centre
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Residential care home
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Education institute
The FSG440 is not suitable for any special environments.
This product is not intended to be used in environments where there are rapid changes in the
environmental temperature and humidity during intended use.
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Labeling
The serial number label shown in figure 1 is located on both support posts. The
information which is present is:
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Manufacturer address
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Manufacturing Date
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Reference number Serial number
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Safe working load
Figure 1
