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5.1.3
Prepare the Sling at Seated Position
WARNING
Where the patient is seated in a wheelchair, the wheels MUST be locked when
putting on the sling.
I.
Lean patient forward and set the folded sling behind the patient’s back. Set the
sling as far down as possible until it touches the back of the seat.
II.
Open the sling, pull the bottom loop section of the sling under patient’s thighs
then cross the loops.
III.
With the lift in position and boom lowered, place the straps of the sling over hooks
of the swivel bar.
5.2
Lifting/Moving the Patient
WARNING
Before lifting or transferring the patient, the base legs MUST be locked in the open
position for optimum stability and safety. DO NOT engage the rear locking casters
when patient is in the lift.
I.
Using the steering handle, push the patient lift underneath the bed. Leaving
enough space between the kneed pad and the bed for the patient to position their
legs. Instruct the patient to hold on to the hand grips on the boom.
II.
With the sling securely attached to the lift, press the UP ( ) button to raise the
patient above the bed to a standing position with their legs against the kneed pad.
III.
Using the steering handle, move the lift away from the bed.
