INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Lumex | Before lifting anyone, thoroughly read the |
patient lift. The following pages will provide you | instructions in this manual. Observe a team of |
with important safety and operating instructions on | trained experts perform the lifting procedures. The |
the use of patient lifts, slings, and accessories, as | operator should practice the entire lifting procedure |
well as maintenance and warranty information. | several times with proper supervision and a capable |
Read this manual carefully before operating your | individual acting as patient. It is extremely |
patient lift and refer to it as often as needed. | important to know how a patient will feel in the |
Consult your Lumex dealer and/or healthcare | patient lift. We suggest that the operator try all the |
professional with any questions or concerns | various lifting slings and equipment until the |
regarding safe and effective techniques for | operator is confident with how the patient lift |
operating your patient lift. | operates. The lifting procedures should be |
| explained to the patient before the actual lifting. |
DO NOT attempt any transfer without prior approval | Remember that safety requires the constant |
of the patient’s healthcare provider. With their | attention of the lift occupant and the operator. Use |
assistance, select the sling that best serves the needs, | extreme care when operating a patient lift. |
abilities, comfort and safety of the person being lifted. |
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It is important that you use correct slings adapted to | This guide covers the use of the LF1050 Patient Lift. |
the body shape and weight and ability of the patient | Keep in mind that the basic safety procedures |
and the specific type of transfer needed. | included in this manual are to be used as a guide only. |
| Again, consult your healthcare professionals for their |
Upon receipt of the patient lift, and prior to each | recommendations and never hesitate to ask for their |
use, inspect it closely to ensure that nothing is | assistance. |
damaged, there are no loose or broken parts, that |
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all patient lift parts are in the proper place, etc. | Note: Before attempting to assemble the patient lift, |
Immediately replace any worn or broken | refer to the section titled “ASSEMBLY |
components. Your patient lift should receive | INSTRUCTIONS” contained elsewhere in this |
maintenance on a regular schedule and should be | manual. Contact your Lumex dealer if |
inspected daily for proper operation. Contact your | additional assistance is needed. |
Lumex dealer for service and repairs. |
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SPECIAL NOTES
Warning: Do not operate this equipment without first reading and understanding this manual. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions and instructions, contact
your dealer or a healthcare professional before attempting to use this equipment. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or damage to your patient lift.
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