Invacare 1300, 1500 Transferring into/out of the Tub, Transferring into/out Lift Using the Seat

OPERATING THE BATH LIFT

5. Transfer the resident onto the seat.

NOTE: Use the transfer methods prescribed by the facility and the needs of the resident.

6.Secure the resident in the seat using the straps (not shown).

7.Swing the armrests back into position.

Lift

Seat

FIGURE 2.3 Transferring into/out of the

Lift - Using the Seat

Transferring into/out of the Tub

CAUTION

The bath lift is designed for use with Sit and Supine Tubs only. The seat does not fit into Side Entry tubs.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.4 and FIGURE 2.5 on page 13.

NOTE: To transfer out of the tub, reverse this procedure.

1.Prepare the tub for bathing. Refer to the tub owner’s manual.

2.Transfer the resident into the lift. Refer to Transferring into/out of the Lift on page 11.

3.Position the lift seat so that the resident’s feet are off of the floor. Refer to Raising/Lowering the Bath Lift on page 13.

NOTE: Position the lift seat at a comfortable low height so that the caregiver can maintain eye contact with the resident.

4.Unlock the casters. Refer to Locking and Unlocking the Casters on page 10.

5.Move the resident to the bathing unit using the lift.

NOTE: Stretcher shown.

FIGURE 2.4 Transferring into/out of the

Tub

6.Height Adjustable Bathing Units ‐ Adjust the height of the tub to the lowest position.

7.Adjust the height of the seat or stretcher so it is slightly higher than the side of the tub.

8.Slowly begin to bring the resident over the tub.

NOTE: If using the seat, the resident’s legs may need to be placed over the side of the tub.

Traverse Lift/Transporter 12 Part No. 1150696