2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT: Before using patient lift, please read and adhere to the following safety precautions and warnings. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or damage to your patient lift.
Always consult your healthcare professional to determine safe methods most suitable for your individual abilities. Protect yourself, your attendant and patient lift by having it serviced regularly. If you experience any malfunction, contact your Lumex dealer immediately, as a hazardous condi- tion could result, causing personal injury or damage to your patient lift.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and replacement of worn parts are necessary to provide years of excellent service. Refer to CARE AND MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Maintenance MUST be performed by qualified personnel ONLY.
WARNINGS
WARNING: Important! Read and understand these instructions before assembling or using the LF1031FP. If you do not understand any part of these warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional for direction in the use of this product. If the Lumex Patient Lift is not properly assembled, personal injury and damage to the Lumex Patient Lift could result.
WARNING: If components are damaged or missing, contact your dealer immediately. DO NOT use substitute parts. Use only Lumex replacement parts. The use of
WARNING: Unauthorized modification of your patient lift could cause personal injury, property damage, and void the warranty.
WARNING: The LF1031FP Hydraulic Patient Lift maximum weight capacity is 400 pounds. DO NOT exceed the maximum weight capacity.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by improper assembly or use of this product.
WARNING: Check all parts for shipping damage before using. In case of damage, DO NOT USE the equipment. Contact the carrier or your authorized Lumex dealer for further instructions.
WARNING: Patient lift may tip over if used incorrectly. Read and adhere to the operating instructions prior to lifting anyone.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. strongly recommends that two caregivers take part in the lifting process.
WARNING: When transferring a patient, always keep the patient centered over the base.
WARNING: This patient lift is designed for transfer only. It is not intended to be used for transporting or moving a patient from one location to another.
WARNING: Ensure that lifting sling loops are correctly attached to the hooks to prevent the patient from sliding or falling out of the sling, which could result in personal injury. Never use the patient lift to lift or transfer anything other than a person.
WARNING: Do not lock the brakes or block the wheels when lifting. The casters must be FREE to roll to allow the patient lift to stabilize itself when the patient is initially lifted from a chair, bed, or any stationary object.
WARNING: To ensure stability while transferring a patient, the patient lift legs should be locked in the maximum open position.
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