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Carefully inspect all plastic parts, in
particular where there is personal contact
with the patient’s body, ensure that no
cracks or sharp edges have developed
which could injure the patient’s skin or
become unhygienic.
It is essential that the slings, their straps
and attachment clips are carefully
inspected. If the slings or straps are frayed,
or the clips damaged, the sling should be
withdrawn from use immediately and
replaced.
Check that all external fittings are
secure and that all screws and nuts are
tight.
Ensure that all instruction labels are firmly
attached and in good readable condition.
Periodic Testing
For normal operation - raise and lower the jib using
the control handset, this is to test for full and
efficient movement.
Automatic Sto
p
With the support arms raised well above their lowest
position, using the control handset lower the support
arms, and at the same time with your other hand
hold the support arms up briefly. (See fig. 23). The
motor will stop while the arms’ weight is held. Stop
the powered movement after a second or two, and
lower the arms carefully. This check is for the
correct function of the automatic stop.
Emer
gency Stop
Test the emergency stop facility by operating the
control handset to lift or lower the support arms, and
whilst operating, press in the emergency stop
button. (See fig. 21). Powered movement should
stop immediately.
Reset to normal function by pressing the green reset
button. (See fig. 21). Repeat for chassis legs opening
/ closing function, and reset the button.
Ad
justable Width Chassis Function
Open and close the chassis legs using the control
handset to check for full and efficient movement.
General Hoist Condition
A general visual inspection of all external parts
should be carried out, and all functions should be
tested for correct operation, to ensure that no
adverse damage has occurred during use.
If in any doubt about the correct
functioning of the Sara 2000, withdraw it
from use and contact Arjo Service
Department.
Fig. 23
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Care of your Sara 2000- (continued)
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