Handicare C1000 - Cautions

C1000 - User Guide (636155) Rev: 04 Nov 2019 Page: 6
● The C1000 must be installed prior to use. Contact your local authorized dealer to ensure that it is
properly installed. The C1000 must be installed only by persons authorized by Handicare Ltd.
● Under no circumstance should the C1000 track, lift and sling (s) or entire system be put in control of
a person who has not been properly trained in the use and care of this equipment. Failure to ad here
to this warning may result in serious injury to the operator, and/or the individual being lifted/
transferred.
● The C1000 lift, and associated track and sling (s) are not toys. Do not use it for unsafe practices. Do
not allow children to play with the lift or any of its’ components.
● The manufacturer's warranty is void if persons unauthorized by Handicare perform work on the
C1000 lift system.
● There are no user serviceable parts inside the cover. Do not remove cover screws, or open the lift
unit, as this will VOID THE WARRANTY.
● In facilities where more than one operator will be responsible for using the C1000 lift and associated
track and sling (s) it is imperative that all such members be trained in its’ proper use. A training
program should be established by the facility to acquaint new operators with this equipment.
● Never expose the C1000 lift directly to water. Warranty does not cover any misuse or abuse of the
lift system.
● To maintain optimum function, the C1000 should be inspected and maintained on a regular basis.
See the section titled “General Inspection and Maintenance”.
● Any accessories used with the C1000 including track and sling (s), should be checked to ensure that
they are in good working order. Check for signs of wear or fraying prior to use. Report any
unusual wear, or damage immediately to your local authorized Handicare dealer.
● The C1000 lift and associated lift, track and sling (s) are intended only for lifting and
transferring of a person. Handicare will not be responsible for any damage caused by the misuse,
neglect or purposeful destruction of the lift, and/or its’ associated components.
● Do not in any circumstance exceed the maximum allowable load of this lift. Refer to the
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Specifications” section of this manual, and/or the labels on the side of the lift.
● The installation of the lift, track, accessories, and sling are certified to a maximum load. Do not
exceed the maximum rated load of any of the components,
● There is a risk of explosion if the lift is used in the presense of flammable anaesthetics.
● The C1000 has features which improve it's electromagnetic immunity but immunity from
interference cannot be guaranteed. For best performance keep transmitting devices (cell phones and
hand-held radios) away from the lift.
● Ensure that a clear space is maintained around the lift and track. Move all curtain material and other
obstacles out of the way before performing a transfer.
 The charger must be located outside the patient vicinity at all times. The patient vicinity is the space
with surfaces likely contacted by the patient or an attendant who can touch the patient. This
space is 6 feet (1.83m) beyond the perimeter of the bed, examination table, etc., extending vertically
7-1/2 feet (2.29m) above the floor.
Cautions