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Oxford

Dipper

WARNING

• The Oxford Dipper should NOT be operated by any person who is under the influence

of alcohol, drugs or prescribed medication, that may adversely affect their ability to

operate the equipment safely.

• ENSURE a full risk assessment is conducted prior to attempting to lift or transfer a

patient.

• If the Oxford Dipper is being used to lower or raise a patient into water e.g. a swimming

pool, hot tub or hydrotherapy pool, it is recommended a second competent/trained

carer is positioned in the water immediately adjacent to the patient.

• Excessive impact during lifting and transfer activity should be avoided.

• ENSURE the sling being used for the lift/transfer is compatible with the spreader bar, is

suitable for the task and will sustain the weight of the patient being lifted.

• ENSURE the sling being used is in a serviceable and safe condition.

• ALWAYS make sure any controls and safety features are used ONLY in strict

accordance with the instructions within this manual. NEVER attempt to force a control

or operating button on the lift.

• ENSURE the sling straps are correctly and securely attached to the spreader bar.

• Any cautionary or instruction labels that are illegible should be replaced.

• To avoid the risk of injuries attributed to the use of inadequate replacement parts,

Joerns Healthcare strongly advises and warns that only Joerns Healthcare approved

parts should be used on equipment and other appliances manufactured by Joerns

Healthcare. Unauthorised modifications on any Joerns Healthcare equipment may

adversely affect its safety. Joerns Healthcare will not be held responsible for any

accidents, incidents or lack of performance that occur as a result of any unauthorised

modifications or the use of non-approved parts.

Equipment Warning Labels

WARNING

• Inspect ALL precautionary labels on the equipment. Order and replace any labels that are

illegible.