Graham Field LF1050 Personal Lift User Manual


 
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6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: During lifting and lowering, whenever possible, always keep the base legs of
the lift in the widest position.
WARNING: Use only Lumex slings specially designed for the Lumex LF1050 Patient Lift.
WARNING: Do not put anything (e.g. cushion, pad, etc.) between the user and the sling.
This may cause user to slide out of the sling and could cause injury.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. strongly recommends that two caregivers take part
in the lifting process.
Info: Instructional videos that review the application of several sling styles and lifting
scenarios are available at www.grahamfield.com.
Info: While transferring a patient, the patient lift legs can be in either open or closed
position.
Preparation before lifting
1. Turn on the power by turning the RED RESET BUTTON clockwise.
2. Press the hand pendant UP or DOWN button once.
3. After the battery indicator lights de-illuminate, push the hand pendant UP button and DOWN
button to ensure the lift is operating correctly.
4. Position the lift base around or under the patient.
5. Widen the base.
LIFTING THE PATIENT
WARNING: Do not attempt to transfer a patient without prior approval of the patient’s
healthcare professional and without having read the instructions and practiced using
the patient lift.
WARNING: Use special care for those patients who cannot cooperate while being lifted.
WARNING: Ensure all bolts, hooks, and loops are securely fastened.
WARNING: Use only Lumex slings with the Lumex LF1050 Patient Lift.
WARNING: DO NOT use torn, cut, frayed or broken slings as injury could result.
WARNING: Ensure the oor area is clear of any obstacle that could cause a caster to
stop and possibly tip the patient lift.