b) To transfer the patient in a half-sitting position, connect the middle shoulder loop
and the one of the leg loops to the hanger bar hooks. (Each different loop
combination will change the patient’s position.)
c) To transfer the patient in a lying position, connect the farthest shoulder loop from
the sling and the closest leg loop to the sling to the hanger bar hooks.
12)
Double check the sling loop connection to the hanger bar hooks to make
sure the sling is securely attached with the loops in the bottom of the hanger
bar hooks.
13)
Leaving the caster brakes unlocked, lift the patient about 2 inches off of the
wheelchair seat, etc. and back the VANDER-LIFT II™ away. Leaving the brakes
unlocked will allow the lift to “walk forward” to center itself over the patient’s
center of gravity as it raises. This increases the stability of the lift. The only
time the brakes should be locked is if the patient is being lifted from a ramp or
some other sloping surface.
14)
When the patient is away from the wheelchair, lower the patient so his or her feet are at
the top of the base of the lift and,
slowly turning the lift, move the patient to
the desired location.
15)
Raise the lift, if needed, so the patient will be about 2 inches above the bed, wheelchair
seat, etc.
16)
Push the lift forward until the patient’s buttocks are positioned correctly over the bed or
at the back of the chair seat.
17)
Lower the patient until the shoulder and leg loops are loose.
18)
Unhook the sling loops from the hanger bar hooks.
19)
Back the lift away and remove the sling.
20)
Make sure the patient is safely positioned before removing the VANDER-LIFT II™ and
sling from the room.
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