Unihoist Ltd Graduate 150, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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Safety Precautions
7
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and the
use of the Unihoist patient lift is straightforward. These basic safety precautions
will help make lifting operations easy and trouble free.
•
ALWAYS
carry out the risk assessment and plan your lifting operations before
commencing.
• ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST before using the hoist.
• ALWAYS read this manual and familiarise yourself with the operating control
and safety features of a hoist before lifting a patient.
• DO NOT use a sling unless it is recommended for use with the hoist.
•
ALWAYS
check 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 in the user manual.
• ALWAYS check the safe working load of the hoist is suitable for the weight of
the patient.
•
ALWAYS
carry out lifting according to the instructions in the user manual.
• NEVER disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because is seems
easier to operate the hoist.
• NEVER force an operating or safety control. Forcing will only strain or damage
the hoist and may compromise safety.
• DO NOT lift a patient with the castor brakes on.
•
DO NOT
attempt to manoeuvre the hoist by pushing on the mast, boom or
patient.
• ALWAYS manoeuvre the hoist with the handle provided. It is recommended
that the hoist is pushed with the patient in front.
• ALWAYS lower the patient to the lowest comfortable position before transfers.
• DO NOT push a loaded hoist at speeds which exceed a slow walking pace.
• DO NOT push the hoist over uneven or rough ground, particularly if loaded.
• DO NOT attempt to push or pull a loaded hoist over a floor obstruction which
the castors are unable to ride over easily.
• DO NOT bump the hoist down steps; loaded or unloaded, this will damage the
castors.
• DO NOT attempt to negotiate a loaded hoist on a slope.
• ALWAYS apply the brakes when parking a hoist.
• NEVER use electric hoists in a shower.
• NEVER charge an electric hoist in a bathroom or shower room.
• YOUR hoist is for patient lifting. DO NOT use it, or allow it to be used, for any other
purpose.
• ALWAYS ensure mast locking knob is in position before lifting a patient.
• ALWAYS use the hoist on a flat and level floor.
• FOLLOW a regular charging routine to prolong the life of the battery.
SF25 Iss.5 July 2012