HOIST OPERATION AND CHARGING
HANDSET
The handset activates the lift actuator by the use of two low pressure buttons,
protected by a strong plastic cover. These are symbolised by arrows (diagram).
The arrows indicate the direction of travel to raise or lower the hoist jib. When
either button is released the jib will remain in position.
Some versions of ALLEGRO hoists incorporate an actuator driven leg opening
adjustment. On these hoists two extra buttons will be seen on the handset with
arrows and symbolised legs indicating the direction of travel. This function allows
an unrestricted range of leg adjustment.
The handset is also fitted with a battery indicator light. This will flash when the
batteries reach a maximum discharge of 18 volts. NB the light will only flash
when the hoist is under load.
The connection for the handset is located on the underside of the control box
(diagram 1).
ACTUATOR
The SALSA 200 mobile patient STANDING/TRANSFER hoist uses a LINAK
single speed actuator with an emergency controlled lowering release handle.( red lift
up tab located at base of actuator shaft). This allows the patient to be lowered in the
event of a fault in the hoist or deep discharged batteries.
HANDSET ACTUATOR RELEASE
LEG ADJUST
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LIFTING PROCEDURES
•Carer should be fully conversant and trained in the use of lifter and sling. This
will decrease patient apprehension and increase their co-operation and overall
safety of the lifting process.
•Where possible always pull the lifter for maximum safety and comfort.
•Move the hoist slowly to avoid patient swing whilst standing.
•The hoist should not be used on ramps with incline greater than 5 deg.
•Never leave a patient in a sling unattended.
•Ensure brakes of the chair, bed, trolley that the patient is being lifted from are
locked.
•The braking castors on the lifter should be off. This allows the lifter to create its
own centre of gravity (C.G,) over the weight of the patient. N,B. This action may
result in the lifter moving slightly during the initial phase of the lift.
GENERAL LIFTING PROCEDURE
The information supplied below is not intended to be construed as a training
manual but as a general guide to lifting procedure only.
•The SALSA hoist utilises a special type of padded sling designed to fit around the
patients lower back .It utilises a restraint belt to help prevent the sling from
slipping and riding up the patients back. the restraint belt is adjustable and fastens
with either a buckle or a velcro flap around the chest area.
•Key hole buckles on the sling clip onto the studs located on both lift arms of the
hoist.
•For detailed sling fitting instructions refer to COMFORT STANDING SLING
USER MANUAL.
•N.B. THIS SLING SHOULD ONLY BE USED WITH THE SALSA HOIST
AND MAY NOT BE COMPATIBLE WITH OTHER PATIENT HOISTS.
•Manoeuvre the hoist around the patient, adjusting the legs to fit around chair,
wheel chair etc. If lifting from a bed ensure under bed clearance is sufficient to
manoeuvre legs under the bed.
•Lower the SALSA lift arms using the handset buttons until sling keyhole buckles
can reach and easily engage the studs on the lift arms. to prevent possible injury
ensure the lift arms do not come in contact with patients face or body.
•Place keyhole buckles onto the correct stud on each lift arm and pull firmly to
engae and lock. A slight resistance should be felt as the buckle moves to the lock
position.
•Use the handset to raise the hoist boom enough to take up the patients weight. At
this point stop the lift .Check all sling attachments are secure and that the sling is
positioned correctly. Check patient comfort .Lower and realign sling if necessary.
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