Invacare Reliant 450, User Manual

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2.2.6 Lifting the Patient
WARNING!
-When using an adjustable-base lift, the legs MUST be in the maximum Opened/Locked position before lifting the patient.
-When elevating a few inches off the surface of the stationary object (wheelchair, commode, or bed) and before moving
the patient, check again to make sure the sling is properly connected to the hooks of the hanger bar. If any attachments
are not properly in place, lower the patient back onto the stationary object (wheelchair, commode, or bed) and correct
the attachments.
-Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. The patient's 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. The warranty will be voided.
-Check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced to ensure it is properly attached before the
patient is removed from a stationary object (bed, chair or commode).
-During transfer, with the patient suspended in a sling attached to the lift, DO NOT roll the caster base over uneven
surfaces that could cause the patient lift to tip over. Use the steering handle on the mast at all times to push or pull the
patient lift.
-Invacare does not recommend locking the rear casters of the patient lift when lifting an individual. Doing so could cause
the lift to tip and endanger the patient and assistants. Invacare does recommend leaving the rear casters unlocked during
lifting procedures to allow the patient lift to stabilize itself when the patient is initially lifted from a chair, bed, or any
stationary object.
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