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B. CAPABILITIES OF LIFTEM
1. Maximum Lift and Transfer Capacity
The maximum lift and transfer capacity of LIFTEM is 700 lbs. This capacity is based on
the provision that the LIFTEM legs are fully OPEN AND EXTENDED. In addition,
LIFTEM must be setup properly with respect to its position around the bed, the patient,
and the patient receptacle. This aspect will be covered in detail in the later sections of
this manual. (See chapter 2)
2. Lift and Transfer Capabilities
LIFTEM can be setup to transfer a patient from a bed to a receptacle, such as a
wheelchair, and then back again without moving LIFTEM. LIFTEM is designed so the
lift mechanism is rotated electrically while the patient is suspended from the
MAST/BOOM. This requires that the receptacle which the patient is being transferred to,
be positioned properly with respect to LIFTEM. This procedure is described in detail
later in this manual. (See chapter 2)
LIFTEM can be used for the following, with the provision that the system is positioned
appropriately and that the legs of LIFTEM ARE COMPLETELY OPENED AND
EXTENDED.
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To lift and transfer a patient from a bed to a gurney and back
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To lift and transfer a patient from a bed to a wheelchair and back
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To lift and transfer a patient from a bed to a bedside commode and back
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To lift and transfer a patient from a wheelchair to a commode and back
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To lift a patient from any device to perform other caregiver functions such as
changing bed linen and weighing the patient using a scale attachment.
