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Parts Designation

1. 

Sling Label (located on the outside of the sling)

2. 

Strap with loop

3. 

Body section

4. 

Do not wash label (

AHD001

 only)

Example of slings. Not all models are represented.

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Safety Instructions

WARNING

To avoid injury, never leave the patient 

unattended when the Repositioning Sling is 

attached to the lift.

WARNING

To avoid injury, make sure the patient's 

head and spine are supported during any 

manoeuvre.

WARNING

To avoid injury, if patient care requires 

the use of tubes/ lines/drains, make sure 

these are being safely handled in the lifting, 

repositioning and transfer manoeuvre.

WARNING

To avoid falling, make sure that the user 

weight is lower than the safe working load 

for all products or accessories being used. 

WARNING

To avoid injury, never let the patient smoke 

when using the sling. The sling can catch 

on fire.

WARNING

To avoid injury, only store the equipment for 

a short period of time. If stored longer than 

stated in the 

IFU

, it can cause weakness 

and breakage in the material.

WARNING

To avoid injury, keep the equipment away 

from sun/UV-light. Exposure to sun/UV-light 

can weaken the material.

WARNING

To avoid injury, always assess the patient 

prior to use.

WARNING

To avoid injury, never wash 

AHD001

AHD001

 

is only intended for “single patient use”.

Serious incident

If a serious incident occurs in relation to this medical device, 

affecting the user, or the patient then the user or patient 

should report the serious incident to the medical device 

manufacturer or the distributor. In the European Union, the 

user should also report the serious incident to the Competent 

Authority in the member state where they are located.

Summary of Contents for AHD001

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Repositioning Slings 04 SQ 00 EN_7 11 2021...

Page 2: ...the Instructions for Use Design Policy and Copyright and are trademarks belonging to the Arjo group of companies Arjo 2021 As our policy is one of continuous improvement we reserve the right to modify...

Page 3: ...sident Assessment 4 Expected Service Life 4 Safety Instructions 5 Serious incident 5 Parts Designation 5 Preparations 6 Before First Use 6 steps 6 Before Every Use 7 steps 6 After every use 6 Sling Se...

Page 4: ...e patient resident shall be passive Might be almost completely bed ridden Often stiff contracted joints Totally dependent on the caregiver Physically demanding for caregiver Stimulation and activation...

Page 5: ...s being used WARNING To avoid injury never let the patient smoke when using the sling The sling can catch on fire WARNING To avoid injury only store the equipment for a short period of time If stored...

Page 6: ...ling Check for fraying loose stitching thread breakage tears fabric holes soiled fabric damaged loops unreadable or damaged label WARNING To prevent cross contamination always follow the disinfection...

Page 7: ...lbs One Size One Size One Size AHD001 272 kg 600 lbs One Size One Size One Size Lift Maxi Move SWL 125 kg 275 lbs 227 kg 500 lbs Spreader Bar 2 point loop Small 2 point loop Medium 2 point loop Sling...

Page 8: ...centre line outside facing the outside The sling label is located on the outside WARNING To avoid injury during log roll make sure there is another caregiver present and or use the side rails on the o...

Page 9: ...Make sure that all loops are attached securely and the patient lays comfortably in the sling Fig 6 Fig 7 Fig 8 Fig 9 Turning to the Side Follow these 9 steps 1 Position the spreader bar in line with...

Page 10: ...lays comfortably in the sling 6 If an adjustment is needed lower the patient and make sure that the weight of the patient is taken up by the receiving surface before removing the loops 7 If possible...

Page 11: ...ig 15 5 Lower the spreader bar to enable the straps to be attached Caregiver should always hold on to the spreader bar to avoid swinging movements See Fig 16 6 Attach the loops Use the loop lengths th...

Page 12: ...e Repositioning Sling make sure the Repositioning Sling is not attached to any other object than the spreader bar make sure that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre 11 If an adjustment shiftin...

Page 13: ...g to local hygiene legislation If allowed according to the product label tumble dry in low temperature max 60 C 140 F 4 Do NOT wash with other items that have rough surfaces or sharp objects use any m...

Page 14: ...tress or pressure or to excessive heat or humidity The slings should be kept away from sharp edges corrosives or other things that could cause damage on the sling Service and Maintenance It is recomme...

Page 15: ...See Sling Selection on page 6 Operating Transport and Storage Environment Temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating and Storage 25 C to 60 C 13 F to 140 F Transport Humidity 15 70 at 20 C 68 F...

Page 16: ...ulation 2017 745 AHD001 Symbols Do NOT wash symbol Located on the outside of the sling Do NOT use lift symbol The AHD001 has been washed Located on the outside of the sling Symbol for Loop Use a loop...

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Page 19: ...oor HQ Building North Tower Dubai Science Park Al Barsha South P O Box 11488 Dubai United Arab Emirates Direct 971 487 48053 Fax 971 487 48072 Email Info ME arjo com NEDERLAND Arjo Nederland BV Biezen...

Page 20: ...ensure ergonomic patient handling personal hygiene disinfection diagnostics and the effective prevention of pressure ulcers and venous thromboembolism we help professionals across care environments to...

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