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If required insert the detachable seat frame into the
receptor holes in the chassis legs, then lower the
patient to a comfortable seating position for
commode toiletting or longer distance
transportation. (See Fig. 22).
Release the brakes, and transfer the patient to new
position, i.e., toilet, wheelchair, chair, bed, etc.
While the patient is raised, make any necessary
adjustments to clothing, incontinence pads etc.,
before lowering again. Lower the patient carefully
using the hand control or dual control panel.
When the patient is seated in the new position, and
you wish to remove the sling.
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.
Pull apart the “Velcro” fastening to remove the
support strap.
Remove the sling from the patient.
Remove the lower leg straps if they have been
applied.
Transfer and Walking Sling
Using the sling for transfer (140Kg - 308 lbs
maximum patient weight):-
The attendant should
always tell the patient what they are going to do,
and have the correct size and type of sling ready.
(See description of sling types in the “Introduction”
section.)
Encourage the patient to lean slightly forwards to
enable the selected sling to be placed around the
lower back of the patient (see Fig. 23). Position the
sling around the patient’s back so that the bottom
edge of the sling is level with the base of the spine.
Ensure the patient’s arms are outside the sling and
that the support strap is separated.
Take each leg section of the sling in turn and slide
under each leg, (see Fig. 24).
Bring the support strap around the body and fasten
securely by overlapping and pressing the “Velcro”
together.
Take each leg section of the sling in turn and slide
under each leg, (see Fig. 25).
Warning:
Only use this or other
methods after a satisfactory professional
assessment has been carried out on the
individual patient.
Fig. 22
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The chassis legs will have to be adjusted
to the closed position to fit the seat frame.
Note:
Transportation should be done with the
chassis legs closed, it will be easier
through doorways etc.
Always move in the direction shown in
Fig. 22.
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 strap 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 attendant may be
needed to support the patient while the
sling is being removed.
Fig. 23
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