Summary of Contents for Prism Medical UK FREEWAY SA160
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User Manual Use and Care ● Fault Finding ● Warranty Information Unit 1, Tir Llwyd Industrial Estate, St Asaph Avenue, Kinmel Bay, Rhyl, Conwy, LL18 5JA Tel +44 (0)844 980 2296 www.prismmedical.co.uk info@prismmedical.co.uk SA160 User Manual Rev 5—October 2016 Page...
Table of Contents Freeway SA160 - Stand Aid 1.0 Assembly instructions Page 1.1 Initial Assembly 2.0 Stand Aid Features 2.1 Emergency Stop Button 2.2 Emergency Lowering 2.3 Control Box 2.4 Handset 2.5 Electrical charger lead 2.6 Foot / Tip Bar 3.0 Operating instructions...
1.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Freeway SA160 Stand Aid 1.1 Initial Assembly 1. Remove carefully from the box: Boom / Mast assembly Base unit with legs attached (Base Unit) Battery pack / charging lead Hand set control Foot Plate Document wallet Boom / Mast assembly...
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1.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Freeway SA160 Stand Aid 4 - Cont’d Ensure that the mast is fully down and fully engaged* SAFETY NOTE: Possible finger trap. Keep fingers away from end of mast when fitting to base unit 5 The control unit is already fitted to the...
8 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 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 con- nects to the mast. Twist Clockwise to Lower Electrical emergency lowering is facilitated by pressing the emergency UP or DOWN arrow button on the front of the control box.
2.3 Control Box The control box has been specially developed for patient lifting devices and the complete system is medically approved and contains a series of features that meet the patients needs for a safe and comfortable transfer e.g. soft start function for raising and lowering.
2.3 Control Box LCD Display continued No of Overloads No of Lifts Service interval Raising Lowering Battery Charge Opening Legs Opening Legs Level Indicator 2.4 Handset The SA160 Stand Aid benefits from the latest technology available for use in patient lifting devices.
2.5 Electrical Charging lead on Mobile Hoists To recharge the battery pack, all M series mobile hoists are supplied with an Internal charger unit ( within the control box ) See page 11 - re—charging the batteries. 2.6 Foot Bar The SA-160 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.
3.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Freeway SA160 Stand Aid Before use, you should familiarise yourself with use of the Stand Aid the pro- cedure for opening / closing the leg sections and raising and lowering the Stand Aid, including emergency stop/lower and raise functions. Appropriate training in lifting and handling procedures should be undergone by any person operating a Stand Aid or sling, for their own and the clients safety and comfort.
3.4 Batteries: Re-Charging the Batteries An audible warning will sound when the batteries need charging and a visual LCD at the bottom of the control box will display empty. A fully charged hoist will display a full battery. Do not continue to use the Stand Aid beyond the lifting operation in progress at the time the warning first sounds.
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4.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below. The operation and the use of the Freeway SA160 Stand Aid is straightforward. These basic safety precautions will help make lifting operations easy and trouble free. ALWAYS conduct a risk assessment to plan your lifting operations before commencing.
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 Stand Aid. NEVER force an operating or safety control. Forcing will only strain or dam- the Stand Aid and may compromise safety.
5.2 Warning Notes Your Freeway SA160 Stand Aid has been manufactured and tested to exceed BS EN 10535:2006 This does not mean that it can be used without care. ALL OPERATORS should have read the operating instructions and appreciate this warning section.
Hoist Type B IP Rating - Control box IPX4 Handset IPX4 The policy of Prism Medical UK is one of continual improvement and we reserve the right to modify designs without notice. SA160 User Manual Rev 5—October 2016 Page 16...
7.0 Fault Finding / Maintenance 7.1 Fault Finding If the hoist will not operate:- ENSURE THE BATTERY IS CHARGED AND THAT IT IS • ATTACHED CORRECTLY TO THE CONTROL BOX ENSURE THAT STOP BUTTON IS IN THE OUT POSITION. • MAKE SURE THE CHARGING LEAD IS DISCONECTED FROM •...
LL18 5JA, UK Tel +44 (0) 844 980 2296 Fax +44 (0) 844 980 2297 Declares that the manufactured product:- Product Name: Prism Medical UK— Stand Aid Model Number (S): SA160 Product Options: 160 Kg Conforms to the following European Union Council Directives:-...
Prism Medical UK under terms of this guarantee shall be limited to the replacement or the defective part (s) to the sales distributor, dealer, agent, person or entity which purchased the equipment from Prism Medical UK. In no event shall Prism Medical UK incur liability for any con- sequential or unforeseeable losses.
9.0 Service Record History 9.1 Initial Information Complete the following section on Purchase and Service Information as soon as • this equipment is supplied. Use the service record history to record to any completed service and repairs. • Ensure that the service record is signed and dated each time it is used. •...
Standing Support & Posterior Sling Application The Standing Support and Posterior Sling is designed to be used from a sitting position in conjunction with the Freeway Stand Aid. Standing Support Sling The sling supports the person in facilitating the sit to stand manoeuvre and should only be used on a person that has control over their trunk muscles and that has the ability to weight bear.
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How to fit the Standing Support Sling Note: The person to be transferred shall be referred to as “the person”. Ensure the label and grab handles are facing away from the person before commencing the fitting procedure below. Place the sling down the back to a position Bring the two sections of the chest strap just beneath the shoulder blades and above around the person’s chest and fasten...
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Thread hook end of the strap to the inside of the top bar and thread through the metal loop on the boom of the Freeway SA160. Adjust the length of the strap using the slider buckle to suit the individual.
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Disclaimer While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this user manual, no liability can be accepted by Freeway for any errors or omissions. Freeway 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, Rhyl, Denbighshire, LL18 5JA Tel +44 (0) 844 980 2296 www.prismmedical.co.uk...