Safety Instructions & Warnings Introduction Please read and understand this manual in its entirety before using your Prism A320B Mobile Hoist. The information in this manual is important for the safety of anyone near the device and must be read and understood to help prevent injuries.
Prism Medical UK does not recommend a required number of care givers for the use of its devices. This information and recommendation can only be provided after a thorough personalised, case specific assessment, as there are many factors that can influence these decisions.
This device is intended to be installed on a flat and levelled surface prior to use. • This device must only be installed by persons authorised by Prism Medical UK or those who have the • rights to install and commission the device for safe use.
Check for signs of wear to each component prior to use. Report any unusual wear or damage immediately to your local authorised dealer. This device and slings(s) are intended only for the transferring of a person. Prism Medical UK will not •...
Safety Instructions & Warnings Device Information Labelling The label attached to this device complies with: ISO 15223-1:2021 – “Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer Figure 2.9.1 Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
Please see below to familiarise yourself with the key components of this device. If you have not received all the components listed below, contact your Prism Medical UK dealer immediately. Contact details are provided on the last page of this manual.
Note: Tighten the star knob to temporarily hold the mast in place before re-inserting the handle and pin. 5. Insert the handle and pin and then screw back on the second handle until it is tight. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
Check the mechanical emergency lowering function works properly. (See section 5.5 for guidance) • Check the rear castors brakes work properly. • Check the battery pack is fixed in place and fully charged. • This device is now ready to use. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
The hand control has two buttons with directional arrows up and down (Figure 5.2.1). The actuator stops automatically at the limit of travel in both directions. Figure 5.2.1 Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
The manual emergency lowering system should be used only if the lowering procedures described in the previous section of the manual do not work. Should you have any concerns or questions contact your local authorised Prism Medical UK Representative. Figure 5.5.1 Do not use the device after the manual lowering mechanism has been used.
Figure 5.7.1 4. To return the device to use, switch off the mains supply. Remove the plug from the socket and clip onto the mast. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
The 'MAX. Text will blink 3 times and the overload symbol will be shown for 10 seconds in total. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
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(Only for ½ second press). The information (below) will be shown for ½ minute or until other buttons are activated. If “No Days” are chosen for service internal, then the display will show Days since last service. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
To remove the sling, simply reverse the process – pull back on the spring locking mechanism, lift the loop out of the hook and release the locking mechanism. The same process of attaching and detaching the sling is relevant for the QRS (Quick Release System) carry bar. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
Compatible Accessories Compatible Accessories Below is a list of slings that are recommended and have been approved by Prism Medical UK for use in combination with this device. We recommend the use of the Care-Ability manufactured polyester sling range (type ‘BF’ applied part) to be utilised with this device.
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CA703PM Medium/Large CA503PML Medium/Large CA703PML Large CA503PL Large CA703PL X Large CA503PXL X Large CA703PXL CA600 Hammock CA503E Toilet Access with High Back CA600PP1 X Small CA503EPXS CA600PP2 Small CA503EPS Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
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Compatible Accessories CA600PP3 Medium CA503EPM CA600PP4 Large CA503EPL CA600PP5 X Large CA503EPXL X Small CA600PXS Small CA600PS Small/Medium CA600PSM Medium CA600PM Medium/Large CA600PML Large CA600PL X Large CA600PXL Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
5. Press down on the locking mechanism as described in step 1 (Attach). 6. Rotate the carry bar to a sideways position and remove from the hook. Figure 7.1.1 Figure 7.1.2 Figure 7.1.3 Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
2. Press the latch to release the battery and lift the battery from its fixing. (Figure 7.2.2) Attach 3. Place the battery into the fixing location and push it forward into placement, the battery will “click” into place. (Figure 7.2.3) Figure 7.2.1 Figure 7.2.2 Figure 7.2.3 Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
Low Profile Castor Size (Front – Rear) 75 – 100 mm Figure 8.2.1 Weights Safe Working Load (SWL) 320 kg Full Product 64 kg QRS Carry Bar 3.5 kg Battery Pack 2 kg Figure 8.2.2 Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
ISO 15223-1:2021 – “Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer” • IEC 62366-1:2015 – “Medical devices — Part 1: Application of usability engineering to medical devices” • Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
If the fault cannot be found or the fault is found and the action guide does not provide a fix, contact your local Prism Medical UK authorised dealer immediately, a service engineer will be required to repair the device.
-25°C to +5°C (-13ºF to 41ºF) with any humidity level. +5°C to +35°C (41°F to 95°F) at a relative humidity up to 90%. +35°C to 70°C (95⁰F to 158⁰F) non-condensing at a water vapour pressure up to 50 hPa. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
Carry Bar Control Box Battery Figure 11.0.1 The product may be contaminated and must be disinfected before recycling or disposal. See section ‘Cleaning’ for details of how to do this. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
To ensure the safety and continued good function of your device, routine service must be performed. Service should be completed by a Prism Medical UK approved service engineer every 6 months to ensure the product’s required standard is maintained. The service history of the product should be documented each service in the Service Log at the back of this User Manual.
The exterior of the device can be cleaned using a damp soapy cloth for general cleaning duties. Please ensure the cloth is damp and not wet. Ensure the exterior of the device is dry after cleaning. Dry using a clean dry cloth. Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
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Sporicidal Clean 5000 1 (0.26gal) * Dilution is made with water. DO NOT dilute within any other medium. When diluted in water, one tablet gives 1000ppm of available chlorine. • Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
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Dissolve in cold water – With no agitation, 1 tablet will take approximately 10 minutes to fully dissolve in the water used. The information above has been extracted from the Actichlor™ MSDS (Manufacturers Safety Data Sheet). For a full review of the data please follow the link below: http://www.nhsggc.org.uk/media/236215/msds-actichlor-plus.pdf Prism A320B User Manual – 999014-en-gb Revision A – 09.22...
48 months from the date of purchase by virtue of defects in material or workmanship. (Excluding Batteries). 2. The liability of 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.
DISCLAIMER While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual, no liability can be accepted by Prism Medical UK for any errors or omissions. Prism Medical UK operates a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications and other data are subject to change without notice.
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