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2 SAFETY 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
condition 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.
WARNINGS
WARNING: Important! Read and understand these instructions before assembling or
using the LF1031 and LF1041. 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 non-Lumex
replacement parts could cause personal injury, property damage, and void the warranty.
WARNING: The LF1031 Hydraulic Patient Lift / LF1041 Battery Powered Patient Lift
maximum weight capacity is 400 pounds (181 kg), EVENLY DISTRIBUTED. DO NOT
exceed the maximum weight capacity.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or
personal 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: Never use the patient lift to lift or transfer anything other than a person.
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.
Ensure that sling grip handles are always positioned away from the patient so that the
smooth side is facing the patient.
WARNING: Do not lock or block the casters when lifting. The casters must be free to roll
so that the patient lift can stabilize as the patient is initially lifted from a chair, bed, or
any stationary object.
WARNING: To ensure stability while lifting or transferring a patient, the patient lift legs
must be locked in the maximum open position.