Product Manual

WARNING!
Avoid personal injury by making sure children or pets are away from the Medline MDS400EL while it
is in use.
WARNING!
Avoid personal injury by making sure all extremities (such as ngers, arms, legs, or feet) are clear of
the lift mechanism while it is in operation.
WARNING!
Avoid personal injury and possible damage to the MDS400EL by making sure the maximum weight
limit of 400 pounds is not exceeded.
WARNING!
Replace any worn parts only with genuine Medline Lift parts. Medline Lift parts are not
interchangeable with parts from other patient lift brands. Using other patient lift parts on Medline
Lift products is unsafe and may result in serious injury to resident and caregiver. Medline is not
responsible for any consequence resulting from the use of non-Medline Lift parts and components.
WARNING!
Avoid personal injury by making sure the electrical connector is disconnected before conducting any
electrical inspection. Contact your dealer if any electrical problem is detected.
WARNING!
Service and repair of Medline Lift equipment should be performed only by Medline or by an
authorized dealer. Medline is not responsible for any consequence resulting from any unauthorized
service or repair.
CAUTION
Avoid damage to the MDS400EL by keeping foreign objects from coming into contact with the lift
mechanism or other lift moving parts.
NOTE
Pre-arrange all necessary items (lifts, slings, commode chair or wheel chair, etc.) for a smooth and
safe lift procedure. The resident being transferred should be positioned in the center of the bed before
being lifted, as well as when he/she is returned to the bed. Keep lifter base widened and brakes
unlocked during lifting.
ALWAYS CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE LIFT OPERATION:
•The base legs are fully engaged from the stowed position
•The mast is fully locked and bolted securely into position
•The base legs open and close properly using foot pedals
•The red emergency stop/reset button is in the up (operating) position
•The hand remote has been tested and the lift up/down functions work smoothly
•The nuts, bolts and fasteners are secure
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