Purpose And Use; Manufacturer; Intended Purpose; Area Of Use - Guldmann Turner Benutzerhandbuch

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Purpose and use

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Manufacturer

V. Guldmann A/S
Graham Bells Vej 21-23A
DK-8200 Aarhus N
Tel. +45 8741 3100
www.guldmann.com
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Intended purpose

The sling is intended for lifting or supporting a person or body parts of a per-
son.
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Area of use

The sling is suited for use in hospitals, nursing homes, institutions, rehabilita-
tion centers and in private homes.
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Conditions of use

The sling is designed for use with ceiling hoist systems and it is used for pla-
cing and maintaining a person in a sidelying position for instance in connec-
tion with personal hygiene. With the Turner sling it is possible to roll the user
to one side without having to remove the sling, while with the Twin Turner it is
possible to roll the user from one side to the other side without having to rem-
ove the sling. The small surface area of material allows access to patient's
skin for inspection, treatment, and care.
The use of the sling is subject to the following:
• The sling is used by trained staff or persons who have been instructed in the
use of the sling in question.
• The correct size of sling is used.
• The maximum nominal load of 255 kg (560 lbs) and 500 kg (1100 lbs) must
not be exceeded.
• The sling is used for rolling a person on both sides in lying position.
• The helper pays attention to the well-being of the user when using the sling.
• The sling is used with the Guldmann lifting hanger.
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Important/Precautions

• Read the instructions carefully before using the sling.
• The slings maximum load must never be exceeded.
• The sling may only be used to roll or support a person.
• Before a sling is used, it must be examined according to point 2.02.
• Possible repairs must only be made by the manufacturer.
• Any serious incident that occurred in relation to this device should be reported
to the manufacturer and the local competent authority.
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