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- Page 1 January 2020, version 1.1 User manual BodyHoist...
- Page 3 © 2021, Patient Lifting Solutions BV All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a computer data file and/or made public in any form or in any manner, whether this is electronic, mechanical, through photocopying, recording or in any other way without the prior written permission of the publisher...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Technical specifications 2.2. General functional overview 2.3. Adjusting shoulder width 2.4. BodyHoist set up 2.5. Positioning deceased person in the BodyHoist 2.6. Using the lever in a coffin 2.7. Manual operation 3.1. When not in use 3.2. Lifting deceased person from the embalming table 3.3. -
Page 5: Introduction
1. Introduction In front of you lays the user manual for the BodyHoist in combination with a PLS Ceiling Hoist and PLS Rail system. The BodyHoist can also be attached to lifting systems provided by third parties, in consultation with your distributor. All the information you need to operate the BodyHoist safely and securely can be found here. -
Page 6: Target Audience
1.3. Target audience The BodyHoist is intended for use by those who are involved in the care and relocation of deceased persons in and out of a coffin, to and from an embalming table, primarily in mortuaries or funeral homes. -
Page 7: Bodyhoist
2. BodyHoist Here, a description is provided regarding the optimal, safe and respectful (to the deceased) use of the BodyHoist. 2.1. Technical specifications General Value/unit Maximum permissible lifting weight: 250 kg/ 551,2 lbs Weight (empty): 30,5 kg/ 67,2 lbs Material:... -
Page 8: General Functional Overview
(D) suspension point (C) Lever and knob (A) balance point (B) Handle Figure 2, BodyHoist overview The balance point can be adjusted by pulling out the knob (4) and moving it left or right. The fingers (7) can be opened by pulling the red handle (5) upwards. -
Page 9: Adjusting Shoulder Width
2.3. Adjusting shoulder width BodyHoist front view A1 (Closed locking pin) A2 (Open locking pin) Figure 3, adjusting shoulder width The shoulder width can be adjusted up to a maximum of 600 mm. There are two settings regarding adjustability: 1. A fixed width, whereby locking pin (1) is closed (A1) in one of the locking pin holes (2). -
Page 10: Bodyhoist Set Up
2.4. BodyHoist set up Figure 4, BodyHoist set up The BodyHoist (4) gives you the freedom of movement for horizontal and vertical transfer depending on the range of the Rail System (1) and independent of where you operate the BodyHoist. The Ceiling Hoist (2) runs in the rails and also allows vertical transfer of the deceased person (5) which can be operated using the hand control (3). -
Page 11: Positioning Deceased Person In The Bodyhoist
When picking up a deceased person to put into or take out of a coffin, place the Shoulder Width Rods (2) between the shoulder and elbow. This is because the BodyHoist remains within the shoulders (widest measure) of the deceased person. -
Page 12: Using The Lever In A Coffin
2.6. Using the lever in a coffin The fingers close when the BodyHoist is resting fully on the embalming table or on the bottom of the coffin, but can also be closed manually using the lever (1). 1. Pull the lever from the tube (see chapter 2.2). -
Page 13: Manual Operation
Ceiling Hoist on Ceiling Hoist battery Figure 8, PLS manual control symbols Functional overview only applies to PLS Hand Controls. When using a different brand/type of manual control device, functions may differ. Other information, such as charging, can be found in the user... -
Page 14: Use
2. Manually move the BodyHoist into position above the deceased person. 3. Check that the BodyHoist is far enough open to be able to pick up the Deceased person (shoulder width). 4. Use the hand control (Figure ) to lower the BodyHoist with open fingers. - Page 15 14. Lower the BodyHoist until it is a few centimetres above the edge of the coffin. 15. Check that the BodyHoist is set to the correct width so that it can fit inside the coffin. If not satisfactory; a. Move the BodyHoist to the embalming table and lower it onto the table.
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Page 16: Lifting A Deceased Person From A Coffin
2. Manually move the BodyHoist into position a few centimetres above the deceased person. 3. Check that the BodyHoist is far enough open to be able to pick up the deceased person and will also fit inside the coffin. If not satisfactory;... - Page 17 14. Once the deceased person is in the desired position on the embalming table, open the fingers by pulling the red lever upwards and hold onto it as the BodyHoist is lifted from the embalming table using the hand control.
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Page 18: Cautions And Warnings
When picking up the deceased person, check that the fingers are open. Before picking up, check that the BodyHoist is set wide enough to easily descend past and under the body. Do not raise the deceased person higher than is necessary for ... - Page 19 If physical injury results from the use of the BodyHoist, PLS Ceiling Hoist or the PLS Rail System despite the components being carefully designed, assembled and mounted; o Stop work activities immediately! o Contact the distributor immediately. This presents the opportunity to investigate the problem’s origin and to...
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Page 20: Maintenance
Daily and weekly cleaning maintenance can be done by BodyHoist users. The annual inspection and any repairs to the BodyHoist must be performed by the distributor or by specially trained technicians. Contact the distributor for details about maintenance contracts. -
Page 21: Weekly Maintenance
Health & Safety Decree (Article 7.5 maintenance, repair and cleaning of work equipment). These inspections should be carried out by the distributor. The distributor offers you the option of having your BodyHoist thoroughly inspected once a year under a maintenance contract. Contact the distributor for more details about this. -
Page 22: If The Bodyhoist Is Not Working
Check the components to determine whether they are functioning correctly. If the problems are being caused by the PLS ceiling hoist, see the user manual for the PLS Ceiling Hoist AR-260 (Jane). If you continue to experience problems, contact the distributor or... -
Page 23: Appendix
5. Appendix 5.1. Guarantee Provisions PLS BV provides a 2-year warranty for the BodyHoist. PLS BV does not offer any guarantee on components that are prone to wear and tear, such as headbands and locking pins. The guarantee does not cover damage or defects that may be caused to the BodyHoist due to incorrect or imprudent use or repairs by people who are not suitably qualified. -
Page 24: Contact Details Patient Lifting Solutions
Web: www.plsbv.com 5.4. Explanatory label overview Attention! Danger of pinching or jamming exposed limbs. This sticker is found on parts of the BodyHoist where there is a risk of pinching or jamming. The product manufacturer The date of the product’s manufacture. -
Page 25: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
5.5. EC Declaration of conformity Patient Lifting Solutions BV Barneveldsestraat 26a 3927 CC Renswoude The Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that the BodyHoist is covered by this declaration conform with European law, namely Machinery directive; Directive 2006/42/EC, and in conformity with the following standards or other normative...
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