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9.
Release the brakes and transfer the patient to new
position, i.e., toilet, wheelchair, chair, bed, etc.
10. While the patient is raised, make any necessary
adjustments to clothing, incontinence pads etc.,
before lowering again.
11.
Lower the patient carefully using the hand control
or dual control panel.
12.
When the patient is seated in the new position,
detach the sling from the patient:
1. Pull each cord up from the locking cleats and
slacken the cords sufficiently to release the Loop
Lock fitting, then remove the cords from the sling.
2. Pull apart the hook and loop strap fastening or
unfasten the buckle to remove the support belt.
13.
Remove the sling from the patient.
14. Remove the lower leg straps if they have been
applied.
Use the Transfer/Walking sling for
transfer (16 steps)
(140 kg - 308 lb maximum patient weight)
1.
Identify the attachment strap on each leg section of
the sling and attach the right hand attachment cord
to the left strap, repeat for the other side. (See Fig 22
and Fig. 17 for attachment of the cords)
2.
When both cords are attached correctly, make
adjustments on both cords equally so that any slack
in the cord is taken up.
3.
Make sure the attachment cords are locked down
into the cord retaining cleats. (See Fig 23)
4.
Identify the attachment strap on each side of the
sling support belt (fitted with a plastic attachment
clip), and adjust both straps to their maximum
length.
Fig. 21
Transportation should be done with the
chassis legs closed, it is easier through
doorways etc.
Always move in the direction shown in
Fig. 21.
Note:
Warning:
Apply the chassis brakes if
leaving the patient at the toilet, or if
leaving the patient unattended.
Warning:
Do not attempt to release the
support belt while the patient is supported
by the sling.
Warning:
If the patient lacks sitting
balance and has been returned to sit on the
side of the bed, a second caregiver may be
needed to support the patient while the
sling is being removed.
Fig. 22
Warning:
Lock the attachment cords
down into the cord retaining cleats.
Fig. 23
Detail view showing cords & cleats
How to use the Sara Plus
