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5
Safety Instructions
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READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR
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The
Vancare
G-Series Lift
must be installed only by personnel authorized by
Vancare
.
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Do not use this equipment prior to understanding the contents of this manual.
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Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice to users. Keep for future reference.
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Never place the
Vancare
G-Series Lift
, track/PLP and sling(s) in control of a person who has not been properly
trained
in
the use and care of this equipment.
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The
Vancare
G-Series Lift
and associated Track/PLP and sling(s) are for transferring patients only. Never use the
G-Series Lift
for any other purpose.
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Vancare
Mobility’s Warranty is void if unauthorized personnel perform service on the
Vancare
G-Series Lift
system.
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In facilities where more than one caregiver is be responsible for using the
Vancare
G-Series Lift
and associated
track
and slings, it is important that all caregivers be trained in the proper use of this equipment. A training
program
should be established by the facility to familiarize new caregivers with this equipment.
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Do not expose the
Vancare
G-Series Lift
directly to water. Warranty does not cover any misuse or abuse
of the
Vancare
G-Series Lift.
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The
Vancare
G-Series Lift
should be inspected and maintained on a regular basis to keep it operating
safely and
correctly. Refer to page 16 of this manual.
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Any accessories used with the
Vancare
G-Series Lift
including the track/PLP and sling(s) should be checked to
ensure
that they are in good working order. Check for signs of wear or fraying prior to use. Report any unusual
wear or
damage immediately.
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Vancare
Mobility will not be responsible for any damage caused by misuse, neglect or purposeful destruction of
the lift and its associated components. Do not attempt to modify/alter the
Vancare
G-Series Lift.
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Do not in any circumstance exceed the maximum allowable load of this lift. Refer to the “Technical
Specifications” section of this manual and/or the labels on the lift.
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The installation of the lift, track and sling are certified to a maximum load. Do not exceed the maximum rated
load of any of the components.
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There is a risk of explosion if the lift is used in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
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The
Vancare
G-Series Lift
should be decommissioned/disposed of after the recommended service lift in
accordance
with local law regulations.
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There are no known contraindications associated with the use of the
Vancare
G-Series Lift
and its accessories, provided they are used per our recommendations and guidelines.
However, for any independent uses of the
Vancare
G-Series Lift,
it is extremely important that the patient is able
to receive assistance, during the transfer in the event of an equipment failure. This assistance can be provided in
the form of; a nearby qualified caregiver, a phone or other communication device.
