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Prism PFS Gantry Pre-Sales Information
For further information on the product and details summarised within this document please refer to the Prism PFS Gantry User
Manual.
If you require larger print or videos – these are available on the Prism Website http://prismmedical.co.uk
Intended Use
For internal use only.
The PFS200 gantry system together with a portable hoist, shall be used for transferring an elderly or disabled person;
e.g. in the private homes sector as a portable/temporary track system.
The gantry system is a portable rail system which can be set up practically anywhere but requires a ceiling to be pressurised up
against. The gantry system should only be used on solid ceilings. Do not use with a false ceiling or any other fragile construction.
The rail system is length and height adjustable, to suit all needs regarding installation and accessibility.
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Warning Notes
Your 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.
1.
PFS200 are less stable on sloping surfaces. Prism medical recommend that the install of the PFS200 is on a flat
and level surface, as well as a flat and level ceiling.
2.
ALL PFS200 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
1.2
Operating Environment
The PFS200 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 PFS200 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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