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Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling

How to Fit the Sling from a Seated Position

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Make sure the positioning straps and sling identification 

label are on the outside of the sling. Feed the sling 

down the back of the patient, leaving the aperture 

at the base of the spine. Check the sling is square 

across the shoulders.

Whilst ensuring that the leg section is not twisted, 

carefully feed it under and up between the patient’s 

legs. Repeat this procedure for the other leg. Cross 

strap A through strap B or utilise the dignity loop.

Pass strap C up through strap B then repeat for the 

other leg using strap D through strap A. Check the 

sling is smooth under the patient and the position 

is comfortable. 

Move the hoist into position and attach the leg straps 

to the hooks on the spreader. Next attach the shoulder 

straps to maintain an upright seated position as shown 

in the diagram above. The lift may move towards the 

patient as you do this. When reseating the client, use 

the sling positioning handles to help achieve a safe 

and comfortable position.

NOTE: 

Sling  positioning  handles  are  designed  for 

turning a patient only and must not be used for lifting.

Summary of Contents for Uniflex Deluxe

Page 1: ...SteissTM Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...nt prior to using any sling to ensure that the sling choice method of positioning in the sling and procedure for transfer has been correctly determined for the patient For further guidance please contact Blueleaf Ltd FOR USE WITH PASSIVE LIFTS ONLY Expected Service Life The expected service life of a Steiss sling will vary dependent on use and following the care and washing instructions provided i...

Page 3: ...s strap A through strap B or utilise the dignity loop Pass strap C up through strap B then repeat for the other leg using strap D through strap A Check the sling is smooth under the patient and the position is comfortable Move the hoist into position and attach the leg straps to the hooks on the spreader Next attach the shoulder straps to maintain an upright seated position as shown in the diagram...

Page 4: ...ctions under and up between the patient s legs ensuring that the sling is positioned comfortably and not twisted or creased under the thighs Configure the leg straps in the same manner as with the seated position step 3 Next proceed to attach the sling to the spreader bar in the same manner as with the seated position step 4 NOTE Blueleaf Ltd recommend slings are checked regularly and before use f...

Page 5: ...ing Load Washing Instructions Machine wash at 85ºC DO NOT wash with bleach Bleach will damage the sling s material and make it unsafe for use Cool tumble dry air dry or dry at very low temperature DO NOT dry clean 85ºC WARNING Slings can suffer damage during washing and drying and should be checked carefully before each use PLEASE NOTE Additional slings are available to meet individual patient nee...

Page 6: ...of the following faults are identified the sling should not be used and immediately destroyed There are signs of general wear and tear There is loose or broken stitching on any part of the sling including the straps There are worn areas on the attachment points There are discoloured areas There are areas of frayed or torn material There are areas of bleached material The label is illegible Inspect...

Page 7: ...sling body should be secure Stitching is cross stitched and not to be frayed Cross Stitching Typical seam stitching Photograph shows example of correct stitching in place and not frayed Typical stitching on the main body of the sling Photographs show examples of correct stitching in place and not frayed A Attachment of the strap to a net style sling B Example of correct stitching on the colour bin...

Page 8: ...oerns Healthcare Ltd Worcestershire WR10 2AG Blueleaf Ltd Charwood House Wilberforce Way Oakhurst Business Park Southwater Horsham West Sussex RH13 9RT United Kingdom Tel 0330 055 2288 info blueleafcare com www blueleafcare com ...

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