If using a loop sling: push the sling, not the
patient, towards the back of the chair/wheelchair
If using a clip sling: use the DPS for
Make sure that the patient's lower back is
positioned all the way in against the chair/
Also make sure that the weight of the patient is
taken up by the receiving surface before removing
WARNING
To avoid injury to the patient, pay close
attention when lowering or adjusting the
spreader bar.
Fig. 22
Cleaning and Disinfection
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always
follow the disinfection instructions in this
IFU.
WARNING
To avoid material damage and injury, clean
and disinfect according to this IFU.
• No other chemicals are allowed.
• Never clean with chlorine.
• Chlorine will deteriorate the surface of
the material.
WARNING
To avoid injury, always remove the sling
before disinfecting the lift.
All Amputee Slings should be cleaned when they are
Cleaning Instruction (7 steps)
Close all buckles and hook and loop attachment on
Check the symbols on the product label for
Move the lift away from the patient
leg(s)/limb(s) and place them backwards along the
(See Fig. 23 )
If using an All Day sling in a wheelchair, make
sure to place the sling straps along the side of the
Stand in front of the patient and lean the patient
Lean the patient back up to a comfortable and
Fig. 23
If allowed according to the product label, tumble
•
wash together with other items that have rough
•
use any mechanical pressure, pressing or rolling
•
use bleach
•
use gas sterilization
•
use autoclave
•
dry clean
•
ironing
•
steam
Cleaning Chemicals
Disinfection
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