Invacare 440 manual Lifting the Patient

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SECTION 4—TRANSFERRING FROM

Lifting the Patient

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1 on page 22.

1.Instruct the patient to do the following:

A.Hold onto the lift arms below the black knobs on both sides of the stand‐up lift.

B.Lean back into the standing or transport sling.

2.Ensure the following:

A.Patientʹs knees are secure against the knee pad.

B.Patientʹs feet are positioned on the footplate.

C.The bottom edge of the:

•Standing sling is positioned on the lower back.

•Transport sling is at the base of the patientʹs spine.

D.The patientʹs arms are outside of the standing or transport sling.

E.The rear casters are unlocked.

F.The legs of the stand‐up lift are in the maximum open position.

WARNING

When elevated slightly off the surface being transferred from and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that the sling is properly connected to the attachment points of the stand-up lift. If any attachments are NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto the surface and correct this problem.

Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient.

Invacare standing and transport slings are specifically designed to be used in conjunction with the Reliant 440. Slings and accessories designed by other manufacturers or other Invacare slings are not to be utilized as a component of Invacare’s stand-up lift system. Use only Invacare standing and transport slings and lift accessories to maintain patient safety and product utility.

If transferring the patient from a wheelchair, the wheelchair wheel locks MUST be in the locked position.

3.When transferring the patient from a wheelchair, lock the wheel locks of the wheelchair.

4.Press the up button to raise the patient above the surface (bed, wheelchair or commode) being transferred from. The patient should be elevated just high enough to clear the surface with their weight fully supported by the lift.

NOTE: The lower center of gravity provides stability to make the patient feel more secure and the lift easier to move.

NOTE: The lift arms will stay in position until the down button is pressed.

5. Move the patient to the desired surface. Refer to Moving the Patient on page 22.

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Reliant™ 440

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Contents Reliant Patient Lift Accessories Warning Symbol LegendTable of Contents Using the Patient Lift AS a Standing AID Meaning Special NotesLabel Location Reliant 440 Patient Lift Typical Product ParametersUsing the Sling Weight LimitationGeneral Guidelines Assembling the LiftLifting the Patient Operating the LiftTransferring the Patient Performing MaintenanceAssembling the Patient Lift AssemblyAssembling the Patient Lift Attaching the Kneepad Attaching the KneepadAttaching the Battery Attaching the BatteryMounting the Battery Charger Mounting the Battery ChargerIntroduction OperationOperating the Patient Lift Locking/Unlocking the Rear CastersUsing the Emergency Stop Raising/Lowering the Patient LiftClosing/Opening Leg Base Primary Emergency Release Activating a Mechanical Emergency ReleaseCharging the Battery Charging the BatteryLifting Preparation Transferring fromLifting the Patient Lifting the Patient Moving the PatientTransferring Patient To Wheelchair Transferring toTransferring Patient To Wheelchair Transferring Patient to BedTransferring Patient to Bed Transferring Patient to Commode Standing Procedure Using the Patient Lift AS a Standing AIDDo not lift the patient Symptoms Faults Solution TroubleshootingSafety Inspection Checklists MaintenanceInspect/Adjust Initially Institutional Inspect/Adjust MonthlyIn-Home Inspect/Adjust Every Six Months Care and Maintenance of Stand-Up Lift Cleaning the Sling and the LiftDetecting Wear and Damage Replacing Electric Actuator This procedure Must be performed by a qualified technicianReplacing Electric Actuator Maintaining the Base AdjustmentReplacing the Casters Front CasterRear Caster USA Limited Warranty
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