12
4.2
Contraindications and possible side effects
The device must only be used by trained personnel and after carefully considering the following
warnings/contraindications.
The device is not suitable for moving people who appear ‘agitated’, or who are suffering
from illnesses or taking medications which might cause them to make sudden movements,
such as Alzheimer's disease, or patients whose mental‐health problems cause ‘agitation’
or similar symptoms. If in doubt, please contact the Manufacturer and the attending
physician to verify whether the device is suitable for transporting the patient.
o
The device must only be operated by personnel instructed on its use;
o
Please note that the electric version of the device must never be used with patients carrying
a pacemaker or other devices, as these are affected by electromagnetic fields and
electrostatic charges (for example, insulin pumps). If in doubt, consult the doctor;
o
Do not use the device with patients who are pregnant or who suspect they may be pregnant;
o
Do not use the device with patients suffering from serious heart or neurological disorders;
o
Persons under the age of 18 years are forbidden from using the device without the assistance
of an adult;
o
Never use the device on wet, slippery, smooth, waxed, icy or similar surfaces, as they could
cause Operators to lose their balance or interfere with the wheel brakes;
o
Carpets, rugs and floor mats could be hazardous;
o
Always keep holding the device and never leave it for any a reason during the transfer
operations;
o
Make sure there are no persons or objects along the route;
o
Always wear closed‐toe shoes with non‐slip soles, and make sure that the laces are securely
tied to prevent them from getting caught in the moving mechanical parts;
o
Never place the hands in the open slots or between moving machine parts;
o
This device and its components have an expected service life of 8 years.
4.2.1
Other specific interference risks
In addition to the above, physical interference with persons/objects may occur.
13
Therefore:
o
Make sure there are no persons or objects along the route;
o
When using the device to transfer the User from a bed, ensure there is a free space of at
least 15 cm in height by 1.5 m width centred on the symmetrical axis, so that the base of the
device does not interfere with parts of the bed and/or objects/pets.
Warning! The device is not suitable for transferring patients to/from bathtubs. To perform
this operation, use specialised devices.
Verify that the layout of the rooms allow for using and handling the device with the User on board,
without causing a hazard.
For this purpose, ensure:
That the minimum door width is at least 5 cm greater than the base of the device in the
transport position (with the legs of the base completely extended longitudinally and with
minimum opening angle).
That the minimum manoeuvring space is compatible with the dimensions of the purchased
device.
4.2.2
User warnings
A risk assessment must be performed in order to ensure that the body support unit used with the patient is
of the correct size, type and shape.
4.3
Improper use
Operators and Users must avoid any behaviour not expressly envisaged or recommended
in this manual, even if it might seem risk‐free.
Foreseeable incorrect use includes:
a)
Normal negligence and unintentional incorrect use of the device;
b)
Using the device outdoors for transfers given that it is only for domestic indoor use;
c)
Instinctive reactions if a malfunction, accident or failure occurs during use;
d)
Use in combination with other devices, objects or furnishings that is not permitted;
e)
Use in unsuitable or incompatible environments;
94
95
Содержание N305-150
Страница 41: ...Note Note 158 159...
Страница 42: ......