Date of Inspection:
THE CASTER BASE
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Inspect for missing hardware.
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Base opens/closes with ease.
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Inspect casters and axle bolts for tightness.
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Inspect casters for smooth swivel and roll.
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Inspect and clear wheels of debris.
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Inspect pivot joints for wear.
SLINGS AND HARDWARE
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Check all sling attachments each time it is used to ensure
proper connection and patient safety.
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Inspect sling material for wear.
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Inspect straps for wear.
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Inspect stitching.
THE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY
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Check for leakage.
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Inspect hardware on mast, boom and base.
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Check for wear or deterioration. If damaged, return to
factory.
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Cycle to ensure smooth quiet operation of the electric
actuator.
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THE LIFT ARMS AND LINKAGE
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Check all hardware and attachment points.
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Inspect for bends or deflections.
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Inspect bolted joints of the lift arms for wear.
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Inspect to ensure that the lift arms are centered between
the base legs.
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Inspect pivot joints for wear.
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Check sling hooks for wear or deflection.
THE MAST
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Mast must be securely assembled to lift arms.
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Inspect for bends or deflections.
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Inspect pivot joints for wear.
CLEANING
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Whenever necessary.
8.2 Service Interval
The lift should be serviced every 8000 cycles or annually, when the
service light illuminates. Refer to 3.5 Checking the Service Light,
page 16.
8.3 Cleaning the Sling and the Lift
WARNING!
– After EACH laundering (in accordance with laundering
instructions on the sling), inspect the sling for wear,
tears and loose stitching. Discard any patient sling that
meets these criteria IMMEDIATELY.
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