Operating the Ministand
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Figure 6
Power Base Models
The base of the lift can be set with the legs
opened or closed by using the two buttons on
the hand controller or by utilizing the
auxiliary buttons located on the panel. (Fig. 7)
Close
Open
Figure 7
Correct Use of the Brakes
Foot operated brakes are fitted on both rear
casters.
Brakes should only be used in the following
situations:
•
When floor lift unit and patient are
momentarily at rest, for example, during
preparation for transferring to a bed or a
chair.
•
Whenever movement of the unit has to be
halted while moving a patient.
•
Upon stationing the lift in front of the
patient, before the patient places his/her
feet onto the footrest.
Brakes application and release:
•
To apply brakes, step on the back portion
of pad. (Fig 8)
•
To release brakes, step on the front portion
of pad or lift with toe of shoe. (Fig. 9)
Figure 8
Figure 9
Emergency Shut-Off
The attendant can shut off the electrical power
at any time by pressing the red mushroom
shaped emergency button on the control box.
The button is reset by a half-turn clockwise in
the direction of the arrows.
First time attendants should practice the shut-
off maneuver before operating the lift with a
patient. (Fig. 10)
Figure 10
Emergency
Shut-Off
Button
With power
base
