Handicare AP-450, Руководство пользователя

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Move the Lift on the Track
The lift is normally parked at the end of the track when not in use. Since the AP-450 lift is a
manual ceiling lift, you must move the lift along the track to a position directly above the person to
be lifted. See Figure 8 for the various connection types.
Manual Traversing Lift
1. Lower the lift to a comfortable height so you can hold it easily.
2. Grab hold of the lift and move it along the track by gently pushing the lift or the individual in
the sling.
Never drag the lift along the track by pulling with the Hand Control.
Avoid any obstructions that may cause injury to the individual in the sling or
damage to the lift.
Transfer an Individual
The following steps are intended to generally illustrate the procedure of using
the lift to transfer an individual from one location to another.
Configurations vary by installation. Prior to attempting these steps, review the
instructions for the sling and additional accessories you are using with the lift.
Contact your local Handicare dealer or your local Handicare business
development manager if you have any questions or concerns.
To transfer an individual using the lift,
1.
Complete the “Each Use” inspection on page 17 of the General Inspection and Preventive
Maintenance instructions.
2. Move the lift close to the individual to be transferred.
3. Follow the procedures for up and down and moving along the track as described in
“
4.
” on page 11.
Avoid any obstructions that may cause injury to the individual in the sling or
damage to the lift.
5. Prepare the individual being transferred with the appropriate sling.
6. Refer to the instructions supplied with the sling.
Prior to lifting, make sure that the sling is correctly fitted and adjusted
around of the individual for maximum comfort and safety.
7. Position the lift directly over the individual.
8. Lower the Lift.
Always check to ensure that the lift is correctly positioned directly above the
person to be lifted. The lift straps may fray over time, if repeatedly positioned
improperly.
Ensure that the lift hooks have no cuts, dents, or sharp edges that may come
in contact with the straps of the sling and cause damage to them. Report any
concerns to your Handicare dealer or your local Handicare business
development manager.
9. Attach the sling loops to the AP-450 hooks. Be sure the hooks are in the DOWN position
prior to lifting.
10. The straps on each side of the sling are generally attached to the corresponding hooks on
the lift.
11. Double-check to ensure:
o
The straps are properly attached to the hooks.
o
The individual being lifted is properly positioned in the sling prior to lifting.
Prior to lifting an individual, ensure the Hand Control cord is free of any
catch points.
Prior to lifting an individual, make sure that the straps of the sling are
securely placed on the hooks of the lift and that the red latches are fully
closed. Ensure the straps will not come off. (Figure 9).