Safety Measures To Be Observed Before Use - NOVACARE ProLift Series Instructions For Use Manual

5. Safety measures to be
observed before use
Attention!
In order to avoid damaging the hoist through incorrect operation or endangering the
patient or the user, read these instructions for use thoroughly before using the hoist.
Observe all warnings. Use the ProLift Cacero hoist and its accessories only in accord-
ance with these instructions for use.
Keep these instructions for use in a safe place so that they are easily accessible at all
times. If the hoist is sold or transferred to another owner, pass on these instructions
for use. ProLift Cacero series hoists must be used only by persons who have been
instructed in their correct use. To avoid a risk of injury, the hoist and harness must be
used only as specified. Before each use, and especially after cleaning, check the lifting
harness for possible damage such as torn fabric, faulty joints and cracks. Damaged
harnesses must not be used and replaced immediately.
Novacare GmbH accepts no liability for any use of ProLift Cacero series patient hoists
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and accessories not complying with these instructions for use.
Keep children away from the hoist and accessories to avoid a risk of injury through
swallowing small parts, being strangled by the harnesses or crushing limbs on the
hoist.
Before using the hoist, check the following:
• Check that all parts are functioning correctly.
• Check that all parts are correctly attached, screwed together, joined or mounted.
• Check the hoist for external damage, in order to avoid the risk of injury. Do not use
a hoist that is defective.
• Check that any accessories to be used (e.g. lifting harness) are undamaged.
Observe the instructions for using our accessories. Use only accessories produced
or distributed by novacare
• All parts (hoist and accessories) must be used as specified and must not be altered
or modified.
• Check that accessories are correctly and securely attached to the hoist.
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