Invacare Standing Transfer Vest
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Ignition sources can cause burns or fire.
– Patient transfer must be performed with a
safety space between the lift and possible
ignition sources (heater, stove, fireplace, etc.).
– The patient and assistants must not smoke
during transfer.
– The sling must not be placed over heat sources
(heater, stove, fireplace, etc.).
CAUTION!
Compatibility of Slings with Attachment System
Invacare uses a common attachment system
based on hooks and loops. Loops on the sling are
attached to hooks on the lift.
– A risk assessment is always to be carried out
by a professional prior to use of Invacare slings
with lifts of other manufacturers.
– If you are in doubt about the use of Invacare
slings with equipment of other manufacturers,
contact your Invacare provider for advice.
2.2 Labels and Symbols on the Product
The labels are placed on the upper backside of the sling.
Symbols — Fig. 1
A
Read user manual
B
European Conformity
C
Manufacturer
D
Medical device
E
Reference number
F
Serial number
G
Date of manufacture
H
Lot number
I
Max. safe working load
J
Do not bleach
K
Tumble dry, low temperature
L
Do not iron
M
Washing max. 90 °C
N
Field for patient name
O
QR code with link to instruction video
3 Product Overview
3.1 Intended Use
The Invacare Standing Transfer Vest is a non-rigid
body-support unit to transfer an individual from one seating
or standing position to another. The sling is intended to
be combined with a ceiling hoist using a loop to hook
attachment with 2 connection points.
The sling is not intended to be left underneath the patient
after the transfer.
A healthcare professional or private person who has received
proper training is the intended operator of this product.
Indications
The slings are indicated for the transfer of patients with the
ability to stand up, with some degree of weight bearing ability
and with the following minimum degrees of body control:
Leg control / weight
bearing ability
Hip
control
Trunk
control
Head
control
Good
Good
Good
Good
The sling is contraindicated for individuals who are not
cooperative or are not able to understand and follow
instructions.
3.2 Accessories
•
Extension loops – 20 cm or 30 cm length
Intended to be attached to the outer loops and extend
the suspension straps of the sling for more reach or
positioning options.
•
Groin Band – S or L
Intended to be attached to the sling and applied around
the patients thighs, in order to keep the sling in place
and prevent it from sliding upwards.
4 Usage
4.1 General Safety Information
WARNING!
Risk of injury or damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury
or damage.
– Do not attempt any transfer without approval
of the patient’s healthcare professional.
– Ensure that the patient is not prone to spasm
or a risk assessment has been completed to
address the possibility of forward pitching.
WARNING!
Risk of injury
Improperly attached or adjusted slings can cause
the patient to fall or cause injury to assistants.
– See the user manual of the lift in addition and
follow the instructions for safety and use.
– Check for proper sling attachment before
starting the transfer.
– Check again for proper sling attachment when
the straps are tensioned before lifting the
patient off the surface.
– Do not use any kind of plastic back incontinence
pad or seating cushion between patient and
sling material that may cause the patient to
slide out of the sling during transfer.
– Make sure that there is sufficient head support
when lifting a patient.
– Position the patient in the sling as directed by
the instructions provided with the sling.
– Adjustments for patient safety and comfort
should be made before moving the patient.
WARNING!
Risk of injury
Usage of damaged slings can cause the patient to
fall or cause injury to assistants.
– Bleached, torn, cut, frayed, or damaged slings
are unsafe and could result in injury. Discard
immediately.
To select the appropriate sling, a risk assessment must be
performed by a healthcare professional. The risk assessment
must consider:
•
The patient’s weight, size, physical ability and medical
condition.
•
The type of transfer and the environment.
•
The compatibility to the other lifting equipment used.
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