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E-Series Mobile Hoists User Manual Use and Care ● Fault Finding ● Warranty Information Unit 1, Tir Llwyd Industrial Estate, St Asaph Avenue, Kinmel Bay, Nr Rhyl, Conwy, LL18 5JA E Series User Manual Rev 03—Feb 2015 page info@prismmedical.co.uk Tel +44 (0)844 980 2296 www.prismmedical.co.uk...
Table of Contents E-Series Mobile Hoist Range 1.0 Assembly instructions 1.1 Initial Assembly 2.0 Hoist Features 2.1 Emergency Stop Button 2.2 Emergency Lowering / Raising 2.3 Foot bar / Tip Bar 3.0 Operating instructions 3.1 To Alter the Leg Width 3.2 Positioning 3.3 Raising &...
1.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Freeway E Series Mobile Hoist Remove carefully from the box: Boom / Mast assembly Base unit with legs attached (Base Unit) Charging lead Hand set control Leg adjusting lever Boom / Mast assembly Handset Control Control box / Battery...
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1.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Freeway E-Series Mobile Hoist 4 - cont. Ensure that the mast is fully down before fitting the mast securing knob SAFETY NOTE: Possible finger trap. Keep fingers away from end of mast when fitting to base unit.
Fit the hand control unit to the hand control socket located on the base of the control unit. NOTE: The hand control lead can only be fitted in one orientation into its socket. Do not use force to insert the hand control plug into its socket.
2.2 Emergency Lowering / raising Manual emergency lowering is facilitated by turning the emergency lowering ring clockwise. The ring is situated at the top of the actuator where the actuator connects to the mast. Twist Clockwise to Lower Electrical emergency lowering is facilitated by pressing the emergency lowering button on the front of the control box unit.
2.3 Foot Bar The E-Series mobile hoist range has a foot bar situated at the rear of the base unit to help facilitate the clearing of door thresholds and to help raise the front end when loading the hoist into a vehicle for transport. The bar has a non slip surface to maintain grip whilst being used.
3.3 Raising & Lowering To raise a person press handset button marked with upward facing arrow. When the sling straps become taut before the lift is commenced, check the straps are secure in position over the hooks of the carry bar before continuing the lift.
3.5 Handset The E-series mobile hoist benefits from the latest technology available for use in patient hoists. The handset operates 2 functions on the hoist unit. They are:- Raises the hoist Lowers the hoist The handset is attached to the control box via a ‘curly’...
3.7 Sling Types Universal Sling Hammock Sling Universal C/W Head Support Dual Access Sling Dual Access SRS Sling Comfort Recline The Prism range of slings are the result of many years of experience in assessment and clinical expertise, combined with input from professional workers and users of slings. As a result the range is a collection of subtly unique designs, combined with the use of modern materials and technology which produces comfort, security, support and dignity for the user, and aids correct application of the sling by the carer.
4.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and the use of the Freeway E-series Mobile Hoist is straightforward. These basic safety pre- cautions will help make lifting operations easy and trouble free. ALWAYS carry out the DAILY CHECK LIST (next section) before using the hoist.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued NEVER use a sling which is frayed or damaged. NEVER disconnect or bypass a control or safety feature because is seems easier to operate the hoist. NEVER force an operating or safety control. Forcing will only strain or damage the hoist and may compromise safety.
5.0 SAFETY CHECK LIST The following checks are those recommended by Freeway and are supplementary to requirements that may be applicable for current Lifting and Handling and other health and Safety regulations such as The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 which may have additional requirements to those set out below 5.1 Daily Check List:...
6.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 6.1 Dimensions & Weights E160 E180 Model Specification Maximum Weight capacity 1650 1890 Maximum Lifting height Minimum Lifting Height 1150 1150 Internal Leg open Internal Leg Closed 1190 1260 Overall Length 1040 1240 Spreader Bar at Max Reach...
FROM THE CONTROL BOX SOCKET OR WIRES DAMAGED If the above checks prove unsuccessful, contact the service department of your nearest FREEWAY APPROVED AGENT 7.2 Service / Maintenance Any works performed on the E-series mobile hoist must be in...
Declares that the manufactured product:- Product Name: Prism Medical UK—Mobile Hoists Model Number (S): E160 & E180 Product Options: 160 Kg & 180Kg Conforms to the following European Union Council Directives:- Directive 93/42/EEC and all amendments up to Directive 2007/47/EC Classification Class 1, Low Risk Medical Device Tested in accordance with BS EN ISO 10535:2006 &...
This guarantee does not affect or in any way limit your Statutory Rights 1) Prism Medical UK guarantees the E160 /E180, supplied as new, against failure within the period of twenty four months from the date of purchase by virtue of defects in material or workmanship.
Be sure to have this piece of equipment serviced on a regular basis (6 monthly where LOLER applies). PURCHASE INFORMATION: Product Name: Freeway E-Series Mobile Hoist Model: E160 E180 Date of Purchase: __________________ Serial#: ________________________ Purchased From: ____________________________________________________...
9.2 Service Record History Complete this section after each service, repair inspec- tion and/or maintenance. Photocopy additional pages as required Date: _______________________ Time: ________________________ Service Type: □ Periodic Inspection □ Monthly Inspection □ 6 Month Inspection □ Repair □ Yearly Inspection □ Other:_________ _____________________________ _________________________ Completed By:...
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Service Record History Complete this section after each service, repair inspec- tion and/or maintenance. Photocopy additional pages as required Date: _______________________ Time: ________________________ Service Type: □ Periodic Inspection □ Monthly Inspection □ 6 Month Inspection □ Repair □ Yearly Inspection □ Other:_________ _____________________________ _________________________ Completed By:...
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Complete this section after each service, repair inspec- Service Record History tion and/or maintenance. Photocopy additional pages as required Date: _______________________ Time: ________________________ Service Type: □ Periodic Inspection □ Monthly Inspection □ 6 Month Inspection □ Repair □ Yearly Inspection □ Other:_________ _____________________________ _________________________ Completed By:...
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NOTES Disclaimer While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this user manual, no liability can be accepted by Prism Medical for any errors or omissions. Prism Medical operates a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications and other data are subject to change without notice. Unit 1 Tir Llwyd Industrial Estate, St Asaph Avenue, Kinmel Bay, Nr Rhyl, Conwy, LL18 5JA Info@prismmedical.co.uk Tel +44 (0)844 980 2296...
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