TRANSFERRING THE PATIENT
Transferring to a Wheelchair
DETAIL “A” - UNHOOKING SLING AND
STRAPS
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to
FIGURE 5.2.
NOTE: Before transferring, check that the wheelchair weight capacity can withstand the patientʹs weight. Refer to Typical Product Parameters in the wheelchair owner’s manual
1.Ensure the legs of the lift with the patient in the sling are in the open position.
2.Move the wheelchair into position. Refer to Detail “A”.
3.Engage the rear wheel locks of the wheelchair to prevent movement of the wheelchair. Refer to Detail “B”.
WARNING
DO NOT place the patient in the wheelchair if the locks are not engaged. The wheelchair wheel locks MUST be in a locked position before lowering the patient into the wheelchair for transport. Otherwise, injury may result.
4.Position the patient over the wheelchair.
5.Lower the patient into the wheelchair. Refer to Detail “C”.
6.Unhook the sling from all attachment points on the lift. Refer to Detail “D”.
7.Instruct patient to lift their feet off the footplate. Assist the patient if necessary.
8.Remove the sling from around the patient.
9.Pull the lift away from the wheelchair.
DETAIL “B” - LOCKING THE WHEELCHAIR
DETAIL “C” - LOWERING PATIENT
DETAIL “D” - UNHOOKING SLING
