Using your MAXI MOVE
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Position the sling carefully so that, when rolled
back, the patient will lie on the center of the sling
(see Fig. 26). Check that the head support area of
the sling covers the patient’s neck.
Fig. 26
When rolling the patient back onto the sling, roll
the patient slightly in the opposite direction so that
the folded part of the sling can be pulled forward.
Alternatively, the patient can be brought into a
sitting posture. Then position the sling as detailed
in the section entitled “To Lift From A Chair”.
Approach the bed with the open side of the
spreader bar towards the patient’s head (see
Fig. 27).
Fig. 27
Using the adjustable width chassis, it is possible
to make adjustments to the chassis leg width to
assist with manoeuvrability around obstructions,
such as bed legs or castors.
Now position the MAXI MOVE so that the
spreader bar is just above and centered over the
patient.
Using the positioning handle, tilt the spreader bar
until the shoulder attachment points can be
connected to the sling shoulder strap attachment
clips (see Fig. 28)
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Fig. 28
Press down on the positioning handle until the
sling leg sections can be connected (see Fig. 29).
Connect the leg sections under the thighs by
lifting one leg at a time. You may need to lower
the spreader bar a little, using the handset
control.
Fig. 29
When lifting from the bed, some attendants prefer
to connect the leg straps first. This applies in
particular to patients with large thighs. In that
case, raise the hip and knee into maximum
flexion, and attach the leg strap attachment clips.
Then tilt the spreader bar towards the shoulders
to connect the shoulder attachment clips.
Lift the patient using the handset control, and with
the positioning handle, bring the patient into a
comfortable position for transfer (see Fig. 30).
The specially designed sling, together with its
integral head support, enables one person to
carry out the complete lifting function without
additional help.
WARNING: Take care not to lower the spreader
bar onto the patient to avoid injuries.
CAUTION: Always check that all the sling
attachment clips are fully in position before and
during the lifting cycle, and in tension as the
patient’s weight is gradually taken up.
