User Manual Hammock Sling
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1. WARNING 1 Do not use sling if a patient suffers from back injury 2 Please understand hoist operating instructions before using 3 Check sling before use for signs of wear Hammock Sling Lifting Procedures KH409N1 20 40kg KH409N2 40 150kg KH409N3 150 250kg STEP 1 When the patient is lying in bed roll them onto their side and place the sling under them similar to fitting a draw sheet ie roll the patient onto their side concertina the sling under the patients back Align A with the base of the patients spine then roll the patient onto the sling and cen tralise If the patient is sitting up in bed or in a chair lean the patient forward and slide the sling down the back of the bed chair Try to tuck A as low as possible under the patient bottom B STEP 2 Bring the lifter into position ensure hoist legs are gated and the hoist yoke is approximately over the centre of the patient DO NOT engage the brakes on the castors STEP 3 Attach straps B amp C to yoke first then the leg straps D amp E Patients can be positioned 2 ways 1 Sitting upright B amp C use short straps D amp E use long straps 2 Reclined lift B amp C use long straps D amp E use short straps Note 1 The operator carer can steady the patient by holding the back handles Note 2 To prevent patient discomfort ensure leg thigh sec tions are not creased folded under patient thighs p2. rior to lift ing STEP 4 Start with the lifting process using the slow speed CAUTION Hoist may move towards the patient when boom is raised Position the patient over chair bed or toilet and begin lower ing Make sure the patient feels comfortable and secure in the sling CARE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Sling Care Protect from direct sunlight Do not puncture with any sharp objects Repair any tear immediately Do not lift a patient if there are any sling defects Washing and drying temperature must not exceed 60 degrees 2 Spot Cleaning The sling is machine washable Treat spills and stains as soon as possible Gently scrape away any soils or mop away liquid from surface of fabric with damp cloth Do not scrub with stiff brush Dry in shade away from direct heat Dry thoroughly before use Kerry Equipment TH A Fills Company 4 Halley Rd Balcatta WA 6021 Tel 08 9240 2944 Fax 08 9240 1469 Email info kerryequipment com au Website www kerryequipment com au PATIENT RECORDS FOR MOUNTING POINTS USING KH409N1 KH409N2 KH409N3 USERS GUIDE KH409N HAMMOCK SLING FEATURES Mesh netting option KH409NE Full body and head support Ideal for single or double amputees Commode aperture Positioning straps Colour coded attachment straps Machine washable Kerry Equipment A Fills Company
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