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Traversing Beam Transfer
If you are using a Handicare X-Y system with a traversing beam, be sure you understand the traversing
beam and how it works in transferring an individual. As shown in Figure 5, the X-Y system features two
parallel support tracks with one traversing beam mounted across them.
The lift can be moved along the traversing beam, and the traversing beam itself can be moved along the
two parallel support tracks. Because of this, an X-Y system provides greater movement and positioning
ability for an individual since the coverage area is everywhere between the support tracks as opposed to
just the area beneath a section of track, as in a single-track installation.
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If using a manual traversing beam, move the beam along the support tracks manually to transport
the beam, lift, and individual together.
1.
Lower the carry bar to a comfortable height so you can grab it easily.
2.
Grab hold of the carry bar and move the lift and traversing beam along the track by gently
pushing the carry bar or the individual in the sling.
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If using a power traversing beam, move the beam along the support tracks by pressing either the
red button or gray button on the hand controller to transport the beam, lift, and individual
together.
1.
Use the gray and red directional hand controller buttons (
traversing beam.
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The gray and red buttons correspond to the gray and red directional arrows on the
underside of the power traverse X-Y system lift; simply press the button matching the
one on the lift for the direction you want it to move.
2.
Use the blue and yellow directional hand controller buttons (
along the traversing beam.
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The blue and yellow buttons correspond to the blue and yellow directional arrows on
the underside of the traversing lift; simply press the button matching the one on the lift
for the direction you want it to move.
When moving the traversing beam, avoid any obstructions that may cause injury to the
individual in the sling or damage to the lift or track.
Figure 5: Handicare X-Y System Featuring Traversing Beam
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