Joerns Hoyer Up Manuel D'utilisation page 6

Hoyer
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• DO NOT attempt to maneuvre the device by pushing on the patient.
• ALWAYS maneuvre the device using the handle provided. DO NOT attempt to apply
side force to the base or frame of the device in order to maneuvre.
• DO NOT push a loaded device at speeds exceeding a slow walking pace (3 kilometers/
hour 0.8 meters/second).
• DO NOT push the device over wet surfaces, uneven or rough ground or surfaces littered
with debris, particularly when loaded.
• DO NOT attempt to push or pull a loaded device over a floor obstruction of which the
castors are unable to ride over easily.
• DO NOT bump the device down steps, loaded or unloaded.
• DO NOT attempt to negotiate a loaded device on a slope which exceeds 1:12
(approximately 5 degrees). Joerns Healthcare recommend a second helper is present
when moving a patient on a slope.
• DO NOT park a loaded device on ANY sloping surface.
• DO NOT transfer a patient unless you are trained and competent to do so.
• Your device is for patient standing and transfers. DO NOT use it, or allow it to be used,
for any other purpose.
• DO NOT use this product for self transfers; a patient must always be assisted by
caregiver(s).
• ENSURE the caregiver(s) wear appropriate footwear when using this product.
• HOYER RECOMMENDS THE USE OF GENUINE HOYER PARTS. Hoyer sling/belt
and transfer products are designed to be compatible with one another. For country
specific guidance on sling/belt use and compatibility, please refer to the sling/belt label
or contact your local market distributor or Joerns Healthcare.
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