Invacare 1600, 1300, 1500, 1200 manual Operating the Bath Lift, Locking and Unlocking the Casters

OPERATING THE BATH LIFT

SECTION 2—OPERATING THE BATH LIFT

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any transfer of a resident without approval of the resident's physician, nurse, or medical assistant. Thoroughly read the instructions in this owner's manual, observe a trained team of experts performing the lifting procedures and then perform the entire lift procedure several times with proper supervision and a capable individual acting as a resident.

ICCI recommends the use of the safety strap and shoulder harness when using the bath lift. Always adjust the safety strap and shoulder harness for safety and comfort before transferring the resident onto the chair.

The safety strap should be used when lifting or transferring. Otherwise, the resident may fall from the seat.

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

Lock the rear casters of the bath lift when transferring an individual onto the seat or stretcher. Locking the rear casters will stabilize the lift and help prevent it from shifting during transfer.

Each facility and each resident will require a unique set of instructions and procedures to follow for each bath. Check with your supervisor and the resident’s chart for the proper procedures to follow.

Review and practice the operation with an able bodied assistant before attempting with a resident.

NOTE: ICCI recommends that two assistants be used for all lifting preparation and transferring to/ from procedures; however, the bath lift can be operated with one assistant.

Locking and Unlocking the Casters

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1.

1.Lock the two rear locking casters on the lift by pressing down on the locking pedal with your foot.

2.Unlock the locking casters on the lift by lifting up on the locking pedal with your foot.

Lock Locking Pedal

Unlock	Locking
	Pedal

FIGURE 2.1 Locking and Unlocking the

Casters

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