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Lift using the walking trainer
General
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Before lifting a person it is important to be familiar with the walking trainer and that it
works satisfactorily.
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Also, it is important to choose the right size of sling for the lifting operation to be
performed. Further information about the use of slings will be found in the
”Walking
Trainer Manual for Slings
”.
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We recommend that the walking training take place on a horizontal surface.
However, the walking trainer may be used on surfaces with gradients up to 5°.
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Never lift a person higher than necessary.
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Always observe the maximum load of the hoist.
Lift from chair/wheelchair
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Place the sling around the client sitting in the chair/wheelchair. Close the body belt
and tighten it so that it is still comfortable.
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Place the leg straps between the thighs and pull the lifting straps placed in front of
the shoulders through the black loops of the leg straps. Make sure that the four grey
lifting straps are in the same height before attaching them to the spreader bar.
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Increase the width between the legs of the hoist and move it towards the client.
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Place the feet of the client on the floor.
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Move the hoist so close to the client as possible.
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Make sure that the spreader bar is in the lower position.
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Place the lifting straps of the sling correctly in the hooks of the spreader bar. Check
that all straps have been fitted correctly.
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Lift the client a few centimetres above the seat - STOP
– and make sure that the
sling is placed correctly.
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When the client is comfortable, lift him/her from the chair to standing position.
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Slowly pull the hoist away from the chair - STOP
– adjust the sling and lifting height
until the client is standing comfortably.
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You may now start walking training.
Try the walking trainer on yourself before lifting or training
another person.
Note! The wheelchair must be locked in connection with
transfer to and from chair.
