Invacare 1556922 User Manual

1 General
1.1 Symbols
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe
practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.
See the information below for definitions of the signal words.
WARNING!
– Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION!
– Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage
or minor injury or both.
IMPORTANT
– Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in
damage to property if it is not avoided.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for
efficient, trouble-free use.
This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC
concerning medical devices.
The launch date of this product is stated in the EC
declaration of conformity.
1.2 Intended Use
I-Transia is a hoist which covers the need for lifting or moving a
person with disabilities in the home care sector, nursing homes,
rehabilitation centres, and institutions.
This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
Invacare® I-Transia™
EN Adjustable Freestanding Rail System
User Manual
The freestanding rail system is a portable rail system which can be set
IENI up in many locations* and requires no mounting on walls, ceiling or
floors. The freestanding rail system is length and height adjustable.
*The freestanding rail system and hoist are not designed for
use in moist or wet areas.
1.3 Conditions for Use
The use of the I-Transia hoist is subject to the following:
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The I-Transia should only be used by trained personnel.
•
The safe working load (SWL), 205 kg (450 lbs) or 250 kg (550
lbs), must not be exceeded. Refer to 2.3 Load Limits, page 2 .
•
The instruction offered by Invacare to all customer groups in
connection with the purchase of a hoist has been received.
•
The caregiver pays attention to the well-being of the user when
using the hoist.
•
The hoist is used in rail systems which are installed, tested and
approved according to DS/EN 10535 and Invacare's stipulations.
•
Only technicians who have been certified by Invacare may install
and test the rail systems.
•
The hoist is used with an Invacare hanger bar.
•
The hoist is used with an Invacare lifting sling or with other
suitable slings. Refer to the I-Transia hoist user manual for more
information about slings. .
1.4 Service Life
The I-Transia freestanding rail system has an expected lifetime of 15
years, if used according to the procedures in this manual.