The Drive DeVilbiss Enhance 270 Electric Patient Hoist is a high-capacity mobile lifting aid intended to support transfers for people with reduced mobility. With powered lifting, electrically adjustable legs and a maximum safe working load of 272kg (43st), it is suitable for assessed use in hospitals, care homes and other professional care environments.
The six-point cradle provides a wide attachment arrangement for compatible clip slings. Ergonomic push handles, braked rear castors and a powered base help carers position the hoist during an individually planned transfer.
Key features
Maximum safe working load of 272kg (600lb)
Electrically powered lifting and leg-opening functions
Six-point cradle with spring-clip sling attachments
50–170cm lifting range
Ergonomic push handles offering multiple hand positions
Large, braked rear castors for controlled positioning
User-friendly handset with LCD battery indicator
Battery information also displayed on the lift control module
Audible low-battery and overload alerts
Emergency stop with manual and powered lowering functions
Overload sensor and motor anti-entrapment function
Lifting and lowering controls located on the control box
Maintenance monitoring based on elapsed months or lift cycles
Battery can be charged on or away from the hoist
Battery and external charging stand included as standard
Product specifications
Brand
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
Model
Enhance 270
Manufacturer reference
PR51FLP600
Safe working load
272kg (600lb)
Lifting range
50–170cm
Overall height
68–194cm
Base length
143.5cm
External leg width
77cm closed; 114cm open
Internal leg width
62.5cm closed; 100cm open
Leg height
12cm
Turning diameter
142cm
Product weight
71kg
Battery
Lead-acid, 2.9Ah
Electrical protection
Class II with Type BF applied part
Manufacturer’s warranty
1 year
What is included?
Enhance 270 mobile patient hoist
Six-point clip-style cradle
Rechargeable battery
External battery charging stand
Please note: A patient sling is not included unless expressly stated. This hoist requires a compatible clip-attachment sling selected according to the individual’s measurements, condition and moving-and-handling assessment.
Important safety information
This product must only be operated by appropriately trained and competent persons. The user, sling, attachment configuration, transfer environment and required number of carers must be individually assessed before use. Do not exceed the stated safe working load. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, the person’s care plan and applicable inspection, servicing and moving-and-handling procedures.
