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If any discomfort is experienced by the patient
return to the sitting position and re-adjust.
Be careful not to raise the patient too high as this
will negate the comfort of the transfer sling.
Release the chassis brakes and close the chassis
legs, then transport the patient to desired
position.(See Fig. 33).
Transportation should be done with the chassis legs
closed, it will be easier through doorways etc.
Using the sling for walking practice - (190Kg -
420 lbs maximum patient weight):-
Remove the foot support from the lift and store
carefully for future use (see “Product Description/
Function” section in this manual).
As with all types of lift, before approaching the
patient the attendant should always tell the patient
what they are going to do, and have the correct size
and type of sling ready.
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. Bring the support
strap around the body and fasten securely by
overlapping and pressing the “Velcro” together.
The strap should be tight but comfortable for the
patient.
Take each leg section of the sling in turn and slide
under each leg (See Fig. 25).
Pull up each leg section strap and connect to each
corresponding body strap, by connecting both
halves of the buckles securely (see Fig. 34).
Adjust the straps to be supportive but not restrictive
for the patient. (See Fig. 35).
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Fig. 32
Warning: Important:
Always check
that the sling adjustment cords and
support strap attachment clips are fully in
position and locked before and during the
commencement of the lifting cycle, and in
tension as the patients weight is gradually
taken up.
Fig. 33
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Warning:
Apply the chassis brakes if
leaving the patient unattended.
Do not attempt to release the straps or
cords while the patient is supported by the
sling.
The support strap will assist in
supporting the patient in the sling during
the lifting procedure.
Note:
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Fig. 34
The leg section strap connection can be
performed after the patient has been
lifted if preferred.
Note:
Using your Sara Plus
