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Rotation of the P.P.P. spreader bar is manual and is
the same as the manual patient positioning spreader
bar.
The (P.P.P.) is fully waterproof and is classified by
ARJO as a wet environment unit and has a blue and
white circular label to qualify this, attached. (See
“Labels” Section). This label signifies that the
lower end of the unit may be immersed in bath
water, or used for showering.
To operate the powered patient positioning
function, ensure the isolator/cut off switch is in the
on position (see fig. 30)
When ready to perform the patient positioning
function (as described previously) hold the
positioning handle and apply a lifting or lowering
action as necessary (see fig. 31)
Powered movement will continue in the direction
of hand pressure until the limit of travel has been
reached, or until pressure is released from the
handle.
The spreader bar will remain firmly in position,
once powered movement has ceased.
Warning: Before using your lifter when
fitted with the P.P.P. spreader bar,
familiarise yourself with the various parts
as illustrated in figure 29. then read and
thoroughly understand the following
operating instructions.
The P.P.P. spreader bar must be used in
accordance with the following
instructions and in conjunction with the
operating instructions previously
described for the manually operated (non-
powered) four point spreader bar.
The lifting capacity of the lifter when
fitted with the P.P.P. spreader bar remains
the same as the non-powered patient
positioning spreader bar version.
Fig. 30
P1389d
Off
On
Fig. 31
P1397b
•Note: A slight pivoting movement of
the handle may be noticed, this is correct,
and is how the direction sensing device
operates.
Warning: To stop any powered
movement, release pressure from the
handle or press the isolator/cut off switch.
•Note: The isolator/cut off switch
can remain in the ON position
indefinitely if required, it will not drain
any power from the battery.
Warning: Before and during operating
the powered patient positioning spreader
bar, ensure all obstructions are well clear
of the spreader bar, support frame and jib.
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