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7EN160121 Rev. 5
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2020
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Definitions
1. Upper strap loop
2. Handles
3. Outer leg support loop
4. Product label
5. Label: Periodic Inspection
6. Label: Individual marking (Belongs to)
7. Center back strap
8. Lower edge
9. Leg support
10. Inner leg support loop
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Check the sling before each use. Check the following points with regard to wear and damage:
• Fabric
• Straps
• Seams
• Loops
Do not use damaged lifting accessories.
If anything is unclear, please contact the manufacturer or supplier.
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 with 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.
Maximum load
Different maximum allowable loads may apply to different products on the assembled lift system: rail system, lift unit, slingbar,
sling and other accessories used. For the total lift system, the lowest maximum allowable load indicated for the respective
products on the system applies. For Liko UltraSling to be able to carry a weight of 500 kg (1100 lbs.), both the lift unit, slingbar
and other accessories used must be approved for this maximum load. If questions please contact your Hill-Rom representative.
Care and Maintenance
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