Care and Preventive Maintenance
WARNING
To avoid injury to both patient and
caregiver, never modify the equipment or
use incompatible parts.
Before and After Every Use
Visually check all exposed parts
The caregiver shall inspect the sling before and after
EN
every use. The complete sling should be checked for
all deviations listed below. If any of these deviations
are visible, replace the sling immediately.
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Fraying
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Loose stitching
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Tears
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Holes
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Discolouration or stains from bleaching
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Sling soiled or stained
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Label unreadable or damaged
Technical Specifications
General
Safe working load (SWL) = Maximum total load
Service life – Recommended period of use
Shelf life – Maximum period of storing new
unpacked product
Model and Type
Operating, Transport and Storage Environment
Temperature
Humidity
End of Life Disposal
Package
Sling
Parts and Accessories
Stiffeners
Measuring tape
When Soiled or Stained and Between
Patients
Clean/Disinfect
The caregiver should make sure that the sling is
cleaned according to "Cleaning and Disinfection" on
page 17, when it is soiled or stained and between
patients.
Storage
When not in use, the slings should be stored away
from direct sunlight where they are not subject to
unnecessary strain, stress or pressure, or to excessive
heat or humidity. The slings should be kept away from
sharp edges, corrosives or other things that could cause
damage on the sling.
Service and Maintenance
It is recommended that qualified personnel inspect the
condition of the sling twice a year (every 6 month),
according to ISO 10535.
See "Allowed Combinations" on page 9
Sling models MAA2050M and MAA2080M 1,5
years*
All other slings 2 years*
* Refer to "Expected Service Life" on page 4.
5 years
See "Sling Selection" on page 9
0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F) Operating and Storage
-25°C to +60°C (-13°F to +140°F) Transport
Max 15–70% at +20°C (68°F) Operating and Storage
Max 10–95% at +20°C (68°F) Transport
The bag consists of soft plastic, recyclable to local
legislations.
Slings including stiffeners/stabilizers, padding material,
any other textiles or polymers or plastic materials etc.
should be sorted as combustible waste.
GX21270, TBS102 and TBS103
MTA1000
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