280490 FGSH-450
- Owner’s Manual
Rev: 03/25/13
Page: 17
Basics in transferring an individual
Caution: Always make sure that the sling is correctly fitted and adjusted on each side of the
individual so that maximum comfort and safety are achieved prior to lifting.
Caution: The following steps are intended to generally illustrate the procedure involved in the lifting
and transferring of an individual from one resting surface to another (such as from bed to wheel chair)
using the patient lift.
The manual for the sling that was purchased with the lift should be reviewed in detail prior to attempt-
ing these steps, as the sling illustrated here may not be the same as the one that was purchased
.
Contact your local authorized Prism Medical Representatives if you have any questions or concerns.
Step 2)
Prepare the individual being transferred with the appropriate sling. Refer to the instructions supplied
with the sling that was purchased on how to properly outfit an individual with a sling.
Step 1)
Using the Push Handle, push the patient lift underneath of the bed.
Caution: Always use extreme care when moving the lift from one surface to another. Watch
out for and avoid any obstructions that may cause injury to the individual in the
sling, or damage to the lift.
Caution: Always check to ensure that the lift is correctly positioned directly above the per-
son to be lifted.
Step 3)
Once the individual has been outfitted with the sling, move the lift so that it is positioned
directly over
the individual and utilize leg opening function. Lower the carry bar to a height so that the straps of the sling
can be easily attached to the carry bar.
Caution: Check to ensure that the carry bar has no cuts, dents or sharp edges that may
come in contact with the straps of the sling and cause damage to them. Report any
concerns to your local authorized representative.
Caution: Always check to ensure that the rear wheels are not locked, and legs must be
locked in the open position for optimum stability and safety.
