MDS400&600SA (GPI252)
Revision: 02/16/16
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DO NOT OPERATE LIFT uNLEss
ALL MAINTENANcE POINTs PAss INsPEcTION
WARNINg:
• ALWAYS
plan your lifting operations before commencing.
• ALWAYS
carry out the daily checklist before using the lift.
• ALWAYS
familiarize yourself with the operating control and safety features of a lift before lifting a patient.
• DO NOT
use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the lift.
• ALWAYS
check if the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the correct size and capacity.
• NEVER
use a sling which is frayed or damaged.
• ALWAYS
fit the sling according to the instructions provided.
• ALWAYS
check the safe working load of the lift to be sure it is suitable for the weight of the patient.
• ALWAYS
carry out lifting operations according to the instructions in the user manual.
• NEVER
disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because it seems easier to operate the lift.
• DO NOT
lift a patent with the caster brakes on. Always let the lift find the correct center of gravity.
• DO NOT
attempt to maneuver the lift by pushing on the mast, boom, or patient.
• ALWAYS
maneuver the lift with the handle provided.
• ALWAYS
lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers.
• DO NOT
push a loaded lift at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace (1.9 miles/hour, 2.6 foot/second).
• DO NOT
push the lift over uneven or rough ground. Particularly if loaded.
• DO NOT
attempt to push/pull a loaded lift over a floor obstruction, which the casters are unable to ride over.
• NEVER
force an operating/safety control. All controls are easy to use and do not require excessive force.
• DO NOT
park a loaded lift on
ANY
sloping surface.
• DO NOT
use electric lifts in a shower.
• DO NOT
charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room.
• DO NOT
lift a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
•
Your lift is for patient lifting.
DO NOT
use it, or allow it to be used for any other purpose.
• DO NOT
bump the lift down steps, loaded, or unloaded.
• DO NOT
attempt to negotiate a loaded lift on a slope.
• ALWAYS
check that the hoist is not charging before moving as the electrical connection may be damaged.
• CAUTION
: Keep the batteries fully charged. Place the lift on charge whenever it is not in use. The charger will not
allow the batteries to “overcharge”.
• NEVER
lift with the legs in the closed/transport position. The closed position is for storage and transport only.
• CAUTION
: Never run the batteries completely flat. If the audible warning sounds, complete the lifting operation in
hand and place the lift on charge.
• CAUTION
: Never store the lift for long periods without regular charging throughout the storage period.
• CAUTION
: Never disconnect the charger plug by pulling on the cable.
• T
he lift has two braked casters, which can be applied for parking. When lifting, the casters should be left free and
LOCKED
. Keep casters
UNLOCKED
when lowering.
• DO NOT
apply the brakes because if the brakes are applied, the patient might swing to the center of gravity and this
may prove disconcerting and uncomfortable to the resident.
• NOTE
: Lock casters when raising the patient; keep them unlocked while lowering the patient. The reason for locking
while raising is the patient could potentially kick the unit away or move it away, so the knee brace will not be lined up
properly.
