Introduction, Statements of significance

1 Introduction

Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your atten- tion are included in this manual. Read the entire manual carefully before operating your new LF1600 Stand Assist, keep it handy for future reference, and refer to it as often as necessary to help maintain good performance standards.

The Lumex Stand Assist is a manual standing aid that requires patients to assist themselves in preparation for transport. Patients qualified to use the Stand As- sist should have adequate arm strength to pull themselves upward and enough leg strength to support their own weight. Patients who meet these criteria and have dif- ficulty walking will find the Stand Assist a useful and safe transport device. Function- ally, the Stand Assist is positioned between a traditional walker and an electric sit-to- stand lift. Once the resident has positioned themselves on board, the split seat can easily be positioned securely and allow the resident to sit comfortably while a care- giver performs the transport. For residents lacking the strength to assist themselves, we recommend an electric sit-to-stand lift.

The Stand Assist is capable of the following transfers when used according to the instructions:

•Bed to chair/wheelchair

•Bed/chair/wheelchair to commode

•Room to room

The safety precautions in this manual are general warnings intended to be used only as basic guidelines. You may find it necessary to develop your own methods for safely solving frequently encountered challenges. Again, consult your professional medical advisors for their recommendations about safety methods, and never hesi- tate to ask for their assistance.

All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. Packaging, labeling, warranties, products, and specifications are subject to change without notice. Graham-Field Health Products is not responsible for typographical errors.

Statements of significance

Please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their significance:

Note: Provides application recommendations or other useful information to ensure that you get the most from your product.

▲Caution:Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury or product/property damage.

WARNING: Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that, if not avoid- ed, could result in death or serious injury.

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