Invacare 9805P - Manual (Page 11)

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Part No 1024492 11 Portable Patient Lift and Sling
If the patient lift is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high
humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure handgrips do not twist on patient lift
handle - otherwise damage or injury may occur.
Using the Sling
Use an Invacare approved sling that is recommended by the individual’s doctor, nurse or
medical assistant for the comfort and safety of the individual being lifted.
DO NOT use any kind of plastic back incontinence pad or seating cushion between
patient and sling material that may cause the patient to slide out of the sling during
transfer.
After each laundering (in accordance with instructions on the sling), inspect sling(s) for
wear, tears, and loose stitching.
Bleached, torn, cut, frayed, or broken slings are unsafe and could result in injury. Discard
IMMEDIATELY.
DO NOT alter slings.
Be sure to check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced to
ensure that it is properly attached before the patient is removed from a stationary object
(bed, chair or commode).
If the patient is in a wheelchair, secure the wheel locks in place to prevent the chair from
moving forwards or backwards.
When connecting slings equipped with color coded straps to the patient lift, the shortest
of the straps MUST be at the back of patient for support. Using longer straps will leave
little or no support for patientʹs back. The loops of the sling are color coded and can be
used to place patient in various positions. The colors make it easy to connect both sides of
the sling equally. Make sure that there is sufficient head support when lifting a patient.
Lifting the Patient
When using an adjustable base lift, the legs MUST be in the maximum Opened/Locked
position before lifting the patient.
When the sling is elevated a few inches off the surface of the bed and before moving the
patient, check again to make sure that the sling is properly connected to the hooks of the
swivel bar. If any attachments are not properly in place, lower the patient back onto the
stationary surface and correct this problem - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. Patientʹs
arms should be inside of the straps.
Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of
the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers.