Foreword
Handicare provides products designed for safe patient movement and positive outcomes for
long-term care, hospital settings and homecare environments. The company’s research and
clinically based product line-up includes therapeutic surfaces for pressure management and
positioning, medical beds and a complete portfolio of innovative ceiling lifts and slings.
Built from a heritage of brands including Span, Savaria and Silvalea, Handicare are divisions of
Savaria Corporation (TSX:SIS), a global leader in accessibility.
About This Manual
This manual is only intended for use by trained professionals who have completed Handicare
training and are qualified to install Handicare ceiling lift products properly and safely. Read all
labels and directions before beginning installation.
Structural Review Disclaimer
The methods for attaching to building structures described in this manual are for informational
purposes only and do not constitute a site-specific structural review and calculation package
performed by a licensed engineer. These methods for attaching to building structures assume
an adequate building structure that will sustain point weight loads, stresses, and testing
capacities. Struts, hardware, fasteners, and rods differ in specification and tolerances for each
manufacturer. Hardware/struts have various span and load capacities that must be determined
and adhered to, based on original manufacturer’s specifications. Structural review and site-
specific plans created by a licensed engineer will always supersede the attachment
methodology in this manual. Installers are strongly advised to have building structure capacity
professionally reviewed and be fully aware of all relevant manufacturer’s material and product
specifications. Handicare USA Inc., its parent, or affiliate companies are not liable for improper
building structure review or improper hardware/strut usage.
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