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7EN160181 Rev. 7 • 2020
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Check the sling before each use. Check the following points with regard to wear and damage:
• Fabric
• Straps
• Seams
• Loops
• Buckle
Do not use damaged lifting accessories.
If anything is unclear, please contact the manufacturer or supplier.
If the sling is used for bath or shower:
After use in bath and shower situations, the sling should be placed so that it dries as
soon as possible.
Washing instructions:
Please see the sling’s product label and the attached appendix ”Care and Maintenance of Liko Slings”.
Periodic Inspection
The product must be inspected at least once every 6 months. More frequent inspections might be required if the product is
used or washed more often than normal. For protocols please contact your Hill-Rom representative.
Expected Life Time
The product has an expected life time of 1-3 years during normal use. Expected life time varies depending on the fabric, use
frequency, washing procedure, and weight carried.
Recycling Instructions
The entire sling, including laths, padding material, etc. should be sorted as Combustible waste.
Hill-Rom evaluates and provides guidance to its users on the safe handling and disposal of its devices to aid in the prevention
of injury, including, but not limited to: cuts, punctures of the skin, abrasions, and any required cleaning and disinfection of the
medical device after use and prior to its disposal. Customers should adhere to all federal, state, regional, and/or local laws and
regulations as it pertains to the safe disposal of medical devices and accessories.
If in doubt, the user of the device shall first contact Hill-Rom Technical Support for guidance on safe disposal protocols
Definitions
1. Rear suspension straps
2. Product label
3. Serial number
4. Label: Periodic Inspection
5. Label: Individual marking (Belongs to)
6. Size marking (only for size XXL)
7. Loop straps
8. Rear part
9. Upper hip strap
10. Lower hip strap
11. Front part
12. Front suspension strap
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