6.2 Preparing to Lift
WARNING!
Risk of Injury
During transfers and lift operation, the boom can
impact the patient or caregivers and cause injury.
– ALWAYS be aware of the position of the boom
during transfers.
– Ensure the boom is positioned in a way that it
cannot impact the patient or bystanders.
– ALWAYS be aware of your body position in
relation to the boom during transfers.
1. Refer to the Safety section of the manual and review
the information in Safe Lifting in the Lifting the Patient
section of the manual before proceeding further.
Observe all warnings indicated.
2. Position the patient onto the sling A. Refer to your
sling user manual.
3. Unlock the rear casters. Refer to Locking/Unlocking the
Rear Casters in the Usage section of the manual.
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4. Open the legs of the lift. Refer to Closing/Opening Legs
of the Lift in the Usage section of the manual.
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