4. Safety instructions
Please observe the following safety in-
structions:
•Before using the device for the first time, the User
Manual must be read completely in order to avoid
hazards or damage caused by maloperation.
•Before each use, check the device for visible dam-
age or deficiencies.
•The product must only be operated by persons
who are familiar with the handling of the device.
This requires the ability to use the device with pa-
tients.
•Patient hoists used in wet rooms may be exposed
to chlorine, high humidity and heat, which can lead
to oxidation that appears as white coating.
•In case of malfunctions or damage of any kind, the
device must not be used.
Caution: Risk of injury!
•Be sure to check the following aspects before use:
Stability of the product (after complete assem-
bly).
Battery charge status.
Function of the emergency lowering.
•The device must not be operated while it is con-
nected to the mains in order to charge the re-
chargeable battery.
•The device is for indoor use and use on even and
slip-resistant surfaces only. Using the device on
slopes, grades or inclinations must be avoided due
to the increased risk of accidents.
•Caution is required when travelling in confined
spaces. Paths used by the product must be
cleared before they are travelled on.
•Sudden movements and pushing as well as swing-
ing the patient to be lifted must be avoided due to
the increased risk of accidents.
•Never leave the patient unsupervised when using
the device! An unforeseen action or movement of
the patient may lead to a possible risk of injury.
•In the event of an emergency lowering of the pa-
tient, proceed with the utmost caution to avoid put-
ting the patient at risk. In difficult situations, seek
the assistance of another person if necessary.
•Check at regular intervals that the sling hanger is
securely fastened.
•Do not carry the product together with the patient.
•Only use the product if completely assembled.
•During use, all wheels of the product must be in
contact with the floor.
•There is a risk of injury with surface temperatures
> 40°C. Therefore, do not expose the product to
high temperatures (e.g. sunlight, radiators, hot wa-
ter). Allow the product to cool down before use.
If the product is used by patients with insensi-
tive skin (no temperature perception or skin
damage), a heat check (e.g. touching with the back
of the hand) must be carried out by the nursing staff.
Caution: Danger of breakage!
•The product is only suitable for lifting and reposi-
tioning of persons. Observe the permitted user
weight (2.1).
•Do not expose the product to great temperature
fluctuations (2.2 & 2.3).
•Whenever using a sling, make sure that it is
properly mounted to the sling hanger. Do not use
any sling that shows signs of damage.
•Do not place any objects between the column and
the linear drive. Lateral forces must not be applied
to the linear drive.
•Weight loads must not be hung onto the sling
hanger for an extended period of time.
Caution: Danger of pinching or catching!
•Do not reach between the clamping elements dur-
ing assembly
•The patient must not hold onto the linear drive.
Caution risk of malfunction!
•It must be assured that no moisture enters the
electrical system. (Observe the degrees of pro-
tection!)
•Do not open the housings of the electronic compo-
nents.