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1 . 5 Contraindications / Limitations
There are no known “contraindications” associated with the usage of ceiling track hoist, provided it is used as
per the manufacturer’s recommendations and guidelines. However, it is recommended that a client specific
assessment is completed by a trained and knowledgeable health care professional to determine the method of
transfer and use.
The manufacturer does not recommend a required number of operators for the use of our products. This
information and recommendation can only be provided after a thorough personalised, case specific
assessment, as there are many factors that can influence these decisions.
Limitations of the hoist include:
• The hoist should only be operated by competent and trained persons.
• The hoist should only be used with patients weighing under the safe working load of the hoist.
• Between the hoist, sling, carry bar and track system, the lowest safe working load of the components
should not be exceeded.
• The hoist is only to be used within the track it is installed into. Hoists must only be relocated by an
authorised person.
• The hoist is only compatible with the allocated slings found within this manual.
• Hoists are designed for human transfer only. There is no other application to this product.
• The operator of the hoist must always be pay attention to the well-being of the patient. Patients should
not be left unsupervised during operation.
• The hoist is not designed for self-hoisting. A carer must operate the hoist during use.
1 . 6 Safety Instructions and Warnings
Ensure to read and understand all the statements below, for the safety of the caregivers and users, along with
warranty requirements. Failure to comply with warnings in this manual may result in; injury to the operator
and/or client and/or damage to the hoist or related components.
• If you are unsure on the correct use of this product, please contact the manufacturer or a professional
for further information or training.
• The ceiling track hoist and associated accessories are not toys. Do not use it for unsafe practices. Do not
allow children to play with the product or any of its components. The hoist should not be used for any
practice except its intended use.
• In facilities where more than one operator will be responsible for using the hoist, it is important that all
such members be trained on the product prior to use. A training program should be established by the
facility to acquaint new operators with this equipment.
• Your guarantee is void if persons unauthorised by the manufacturer perform work on the hoist.
• To maintain optimum function, the product should be inspected and maintained on a regular basis. See
section ‘Daily checks, Servicing and Cleaning’ within this user manual.
• This user manual provides a list of standard accessories that have been approved.
• The product and the associated accessories are intended only for hoisting and transferring of a person.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage caused by the misuse, neglect, or purposeful
destruction of the equipment and/or its associated components.
• Any accessories used with the product should be checked before each use to ensure that they are in
good working order. Check for signs of wear and ensure that all labels are legible. Report any unusual
wear to your local authorised dealer.
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