CONTENTS FORTE 320 Overview Important safety considerations FORTE 320 Assembly instructions Hoist operation and charging Lifting procedures Maintenance Trouble shooting 13 Specifications Warranty 15 Slings Key to symbols Parts list Log book FORTE 320 User Manual Doc Forte1.1 w: healthcoltd.co.uk t: 01709 278036 e: enquiries@healthcoltd.co.uk...
The FORTE 320 lifting range allows patients to be lifted from the floor, bed or chair with ease and safety. The FORTE 320 is a powered unit using trusted industry leading LINAK...
The FORTE 320 should be used with one of the HealthCo range of patient slings, as assessed by a competent trained person. NB. Not all slings and accessories are compatible with this hoist. If you are unsure please contact HealthCo Ltd.
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Actuator Push Handle Battery & Single 100mm Control Box Front Castor Option Base Chassis Direction of Travel FORTE 320 User Manual Doc Forte1.1 w: healthcoltd.co.uk t: 01709 278036 e: enquiries@healthcoltd.co.uk The Croft House, York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 9JH...
The range of patient lifting and transfer hoists are fully assembled, load tested and certified at the factory before being partially dismantled for packing and shipping. Use the instructions below as a guide to assemble your FORTE 320 hoist. Remove lifter components from protective packing and lay out on a smooth surface to prevent damage to powder coating on lifter sub assemblies.
When either button is released the jib will remain in position. ✓ The FORTE 320 hoist incorporates an actuator driven leg opening adjustment. Two buttons will be seen on the handset with arrows and symbolised legs indicating the direction of travel.
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ACTUATOR The FORTE 320 mobile patient lifting hoist uses a LINAK single speed actuator with an emergency controlled lowering release handle. (twist red collar located at top of actuator shaft clockwise). This allows the patient to be lowered in the event of a fault in the hoist or deep discharged batteries.
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FORTE 320 External Charging Unit The FORTE 320 is supplied with a LINAK external wall mount charger. This is powered by plugging the 3-pin plug into a standard 240V ac outlet. To recharge the battery pack, perform the following steps: 1) Release battery pack from control box by pulling the handle on the pack towards you.
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✓ All General Purpose and Pivot slings have handles sewn onto the back of the sling. These will assist the carer to pull back the patient into the correct position for seating. w: healthcoltd.co.uk FORTE 320 User Manual | 11 Doc Forte1.1 t: 01709 278036 e: enquiries@healthcoltd.co.uk...
MONTHS AS A MINIMUM REQUIREMENT. IMPORTANT: An annual load test to the safe working load (swl) is required for compliance with AS ISO 10535 – 2011 w: healthcoltd.co.uk FORTE 320 User Manual | 12 Doc Forte1.1 t: 01709 278036 e: enquiries@healthcoltd.co.uk...
Actuator works in one Handset is defective. Replace handset. direction only. Control box is defective. Repair / replace control box. FORTE 320 User Manual | 13 Doc Forte1.1 w: healthcoltd.co.uk t: 01709 278036 e: enquiries@healthcoltd.co.uk The Croft House, York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 9JH...
Warranty does not extend to items or components which may require replacement due to normal wear and tear (e.g. castors, mouldings and paint work) for which HealthCo Ltd nor its distributors can be held responsible. LITHIUM LI-ION BATTERIES Batteries carry a limited warranty from the original manufacturer which is subject to a stringent wear and tear clause.
SLINGS HealthCo Ltd manufactures a large range of patient lifting slings in both mesh and fabric to suit the range patient lifting hoists. range custom made to specification slings is available on request. SLING SIZES AVAILABLE • X small, • Small, •...
Examine stitching for fraying, breakage and unravelling. DAMAGED SLINGS SHOULD NOT BE USED. PARTS LIST AND DESCRIPTION A full parts list is available upon request FORTE 320 User Manual | 17 w: healthcoltd.co.uk Doc Forte1.1 t: 01709 278036 e: enquiries@healthcoltd.co.uk...
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