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1. Man gar user instructions and warranty ELK ELK MI0022 issue 6 The ELK by Mangar International is a four compartment emergency lifting cushion which when operated by a person experienced in its use is designed to lift a person from the floor to an elevated sitting position Transfer to a chair or help to a standing position can then be offered The ELK is powered by a Mangar International Battery Airflo compressor and controlled using a Mangar International 4 Way Hand Control AN WARNINGS e This equipment must only be used by persons practiced in its use e To maintain stability persons being lifted must have the assistance of one or more competent assistants e Users should assess what assistance may be required before commencing a litt e Ensure that the surface on which the ELK is to be placed is free from sharp objects e While in use never allow a chamber to become partially deflated while any chambers above it are inflated Chambers must always be fully inflated from the bottom up in Sequence in order to maintain stability ELK Standard Contents 1 x ELK A 1 x 4 Way Hand Control B MI0022 issue 6 ELK Positioning the ELK Place the patient in the recovery position if they are unable to transfer themselves onto the ELK Unroll the ELK by unclipping the flap A fig 1 from the ends of the stability bar B Remove the end cap and then the stability bar from its pocke2. e delivery note that the product was not purchased more than two years prior to the date of the claim b The defect is not attributable to accidental damage either in transit or otherwise misuse or unauthorised repair ELK serial number Date of purchase Invoice Delivery note number Mangar International reserves the right to alter product specifications and or any of the information contained within this document without notice freedom through lightweight solutions Man gar INTERNATIONAL Mangar International Presteigne Powys Wales UK LD8 2UF tel 44 0 1544 267674 fax 44 0 1544 260287 customercare mangar co uk MI0022 issue 6 www mangarinternational co uk 04 10 UK Patent No 2291040
3. he air hoses from the ELK After use roll the ELK up with the 4 Way Hand Control and re secure the flap around the ends of the stability bar see fig 1 order to maintain stability MI0022 issue 6 E LK Routine Cleaning Inflate the ELK sponge clean with a detergent solution and dry thoroughly before storing in a dry place Do not dry using hot air Disinfecting Inflate the ELK sponge with a disinfecting solution or alcohol impregnated wipe Do not dry using hot alr Specifications fig 13 Maximum load 450kg Weight of ELK 3 6kg Dimensions 57cm W x 50cm D x 56cm H Max air pressure 0 35 bar 5psi Max Min temperature 50 C 15 C Warranty Pag 2 Year Yg Mangar International guarantees this product for a period of two years Guarantee j Excludes Batteries 4 The guarantee is given against defects in material and workmanship and comprises Nes piece parts and labour The guarantee is not valid in the case of fair wear and tear O wilful damage common neglect misuse or unauthorised alteration or repair by unqualified persons The following statements do not affect the consumer s statutory rights This product is sold on the understanding that in the event of any defect of manufacture or material appearing within two years of the date of receipt of this product the defect will be rectified free of charge providing that a Reasonable evidence is provided e g purchase invoic
4. t B fig 2 in order to provide a more comfortable transfer for the patient Fold the edge of the ELK underneath itself by folding along the line of the stability bar pocket Tig 3 Position the ELK so that its upper edge is approximately level with and tight up against the patient s waistband fig 4 E LK MI0022 issue 6 Transferring the patient onto the ELK e Roll the patient over onto the ELK Fig 5 e Carry on rolling until the patient is lying fully and squarely on the ELK Fig 6 e Unfurl the folded over edge of the ELK Fig 7 MI0022 issue 6 E LK e Replace the stability bar and refit the end cap Fig 8 Connecting the 4 way Hand Control and Airflo e Connectthe four distribution hoses C fig 9 from the 4 Way Hand Control to the four connectors on the ELK Fig 9 inset The ends of the hoses are colour coded and numbered to match the corresponding ELK connectors No 4 is the top compartment No 1 the bottom e Position the Airflo compressor at the side of the ELK ensuring that it will not be in the way while lifting and supporting the patient e Connect the hose D fig 9 from the 4 Way Hand Control to the air outlet socket on the Airflo compressor and SELECT THE AUTO FUNCTION ON THE AIRFLO COMPRESSOR TO ACTIVATE THE AUTO FUNCTION PRESS AND HOLD THE AUTO BUTTON UNTIL IT S L E D LIGHTS UP see separate Airflo instructions ELK Operating Ins
5. tructions WARNING While in use never allow a chamber to become partially deflated while any chambers above it are inflated Chambers must always be fully inflated from the bottom up in sequence in Having positioned the ELK under the patient and connected it to the 4 Way Hand Control and Airflo compressor position a sturdy chair if possible next to the patient for them to hold to provide additional stability When in the seated position the patient should place their arm on the chair seat to provide further stabilization Kneeling beside the patient place them in a seated position on the ELK Fig 10 If necessary place a transfer belt with looped handles around the patients chest and adjust to fit Use the handles on this belt to provide additional support and stability while elevating Explain to the patient what to expect when the ELK elevates Press the number 1 button on the 4 Way Hand Control Fig 11 Steady the patient as the ELK lifts Stop inflation when the first bottom compartment becomes hard The compressor will automatically stop as each compartment becomes fully inflated Continue to operate buttons 2 3 and 4 in sequence in exactly the same manner Support the patient at all times Always inflate the ELK sections from the BOTTOM UP BEGINNING WITH THE NO 1 BUTTON When all four compartments are inflated the patient may be helped to stand or to transfer Fig 12 To deflate disconnect each of t
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