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DO NOT
push the lift over uneven or rough ground. Particularly if loaded.
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DO NOT
attempt to push/pull a loaded lift over a floor obstruction.
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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.
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DO NOT
charge an electric lift in a bathroom or shower room.
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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.
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DO NOT
bump the lift down steps, loaded or unloaded.
•
DO NOT
attempt to negotiate a loaded lift on a slope which exceeds 1:12
(approximately 5 degrees).
•
DO NOT
attempt to negotiate a slope without a second helper being present.
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DO NOT
use in a wet or corrosive environment such as poolside locations.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and use of
Oxford/Hoyer patient lifts is simple and straightforward. Following these few basic
safety precautions will make lifting operations easy and trouble free.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING
YOUR “ARISE”
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ALWAYS
plan your lifting operations before commencing.
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ALWAYS
carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the lift.
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ALWAYS
familiarise 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 the sling is suitable for the particular patient and is of the correct
size and capacity.
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NEVER
use a sling which is frayed or damaged.
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ALWAYS
fit the sling according to the instructions provided (user instructions).
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DO NOT
exceed the safe working load.
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ALWAYS
check the safe working load of the lift is suitable for the weight of the
patient.
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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 patient with the castor brakes on. Always let the lift find the correct
centre of gravity.
•
DO NOT
attempt to manoeuvre the lift by pushing on the mast, boom or patient.
•
ALWAYS
manoeuvre the lift with the handle / foot push pad 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
(3 Km/hour 0.8 metres/second).
