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3 Use
3.4
Driving
Do not lift the user higher than necessary when moving
the hoist.
When you want to start driving, put the hoist in a half lifted
position. The cradle should also be in a half-sitting and half-laying
position.
3.4.1
Driving the Hoist
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Moving the hoist is easiest if the wheels are in the right
direction (in line with the direction of travel).
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Walk with the hoist when moving.
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Drive the hoist to the destination and only lift it to the
required height to bring the patient into the final
position.
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The legs may be in the wide or narrow position when the
hoist is moving. Preferably use the narrow position to
move.
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Do not drive too fast.
3.4.2
Turning with the Hoist
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Avoid turning from behind when turning the hoist. While
turning, stand to the side of the hoist and use the arm,
cradle, and legs to pull or push.
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Hold the cradle or lifting arm with one hand and the mast
with the other hand.
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Start the turn by pushing the base with one foot.
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Continue the turn with your arm resting on the cradle
and the lifting arm to push the hoist further.
3.5
Removing the user from the Tilly
Lifting to a bed / chair
Bring the user into the final intended position (laying or sitting).
Position the user as well as possible and lower.
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Ensure that the user is placed properly in the back of a
chair.
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Do not apply the brake on the hoist in order to position
the user properly.
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Release all clips from the sling.
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Drive the hoist away.
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Remove the sling (unless a personal sling is used).
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Press in the emergency stop and return the hoist where it
belongs.
(Charge the battery if necessary)
