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4 . 3 Traversing the Ceiling Hoist
Always use extreme care when moving the ceiling hoist along the track. Watch out for and avoid any
obstructions that may cause injury to the individual in the sling, damage to the ceiling hoist and/or to
the obstruction.
NEVER pull the ceiling hoist along the track using the handset, sling, or the emergency cord as this
could have a detrimental effect on the performance of the ceiling hoist.
See the relevant section below for a manual traverse or a powered traverse ceiling hoist.
4 . 3 . 1 Manual Traverse Ceiling Hoist
The ceiling hoist should be moved along the track by following the below guidelines:
1. Lower the carry bar to a suitable height to allow the carer to handle with both hands. Always ensure the
user will be at a safe from the floor.
2. Push or pull the carry bar in the required direction for transfer. Ensure transfer is done safely and slowly
for maximum user comfort.
3. Always ensure the direction of travel is clear from any obstacles.
4 . 3 . 2 Powered Traverse Ceiling Hoist
The ceiling hoist should be moved along the track by following the below guidelines:
1. Lower the carry bar to a suitable height to allow the carer to stabilize the ceiling hoist with one hand.
Always ensure the user will be at a safe from the floor.
2. To traverse the ceiling hoist, operate the blue and yellow buttons found on the handset. The buttons are
colour coded to correspond with the directional arrows found on the underside of the ceiling hoist.
Ensure transfer is done safely and slowly for maximum user comfort.
Only in an emergency should a powered traversing ceiling hoist be moved manually.
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