·
Wash gently at 40°C. Use a mild soap solution
or a non-biological detergent without
bleaching additives.
·
Do not add bleach or stain removers.
·
Air dry, cabinet dry or tumble dry on a cool
cycle (below 60°C). Do not tumble dry on a
hot setting.
·
Do not place on hot pipes or heaters. Keep
away from flames.
·
Do not iron.
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A copy of these instructions should be
provided to the person(s) laundering the sling.
1. GENERAL
1.1
WARRANTY
:
The
GLOVE
TM
slings covered in this
User Guide have been awarded a TWO
YEAR WARRANTY.
Any manufacturing
defect will be rectified free of charge.
Product damage through wear and tear,
neglect or accidental damage is not covered
by the warranty.
1.2.
COMPATIBILITY
:
Care & Independence slings
have been manufactured to work with most
of the major hoist manufacturers’
equipment. A compatibility statement is
available on request.
LIFE
2. SLING SAFETY
2.1
GENERAL
:
2.1.1. Only competent persons should ever use
hoists and slings.
2.1.2 A risk assessment must be completed
before using the sling, even if the hoist and
sling is provided from the same
manufacturer.
2.1.3 It is essential that the sling is fit for purpose;
the correct size and type of sling for an
individual is essential to ensure the safety
and comfort of the person being
transferred.
2.1.4 Product care and inspection instructions
should be followed at all times.
2.1.4.
No sling must ever be used to lift more
than its rated load
(see label).
2.1.6. The intended sling and hoist combination
should be compatible.
2.1.7
If there is any doubt about sling safety,
remove the sling from use until checked
and authorised for use by a competent
person.
2.2
SLING INSPECTION
:
2.2.1 Care & Independence recommend pre-use
sling checks by competent person.
2.2.2 Slings are Class One Medical Devices and
are subject to Lifting Operations and Lifting
Equipment
Regulations
(LOLER)
Examinations. A LOLER examination may
only be conducted by a person trained and
qualified to do so. Space is provided on the
sling label to record LOLER details.
4. PRODUCT CARE
4.1
GENERAL CARE
:
4.1.1 Repeated washing may lead to sling
deterioration.
Care & Independence
strongly recommend replacing the sling at
the first signs of wear or damage, as
opposed to after a specified time frame.
4.1.2
Each sling is marked with its maximum
wash temperature.
4.1.3 Discolouration to some materials or fading
labels may occur as a result of laundering.
NOTE
: It is a health & safety requirement
that the sling label must be legible
throughout the sling’s working lifetime.
3. DAMAGED OR FAULTY SLINGS
Care & Independence have a strict
Returns &
Repair Procedure
to ensure the safety of all
involved.
Please do not send slings and bathing products
back without completing the Return/Repair form.
4.2
WASHING THE SLING
:
Every sling is marked with
its maximum wash temperature. Close hook
& loop fastenings before laundering to
prevent damage to the fabric and webbing.
4.3
DECONTAMINATION
:
Slings
can
withstand
a
strong
decontamination routine but regular use
may impair the lifespan of the sling.
·
Sling Care Instruction Guide
(includes
decontamination advice).
·
Returns & Repair Procedure
FURTHER INFORMATION
:
Available to download from our website
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