Preparations
Check all parts of the sling, see section "Parts
Designation" on page 4
Read this IFU
Choose a designated area where the IFU should be
Make sure to have a rescue plan ready in case of a
Patient assessment must always determine the
methods used in everyday care, see "Intended
Use" on page 3
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling, make sure
to select the correct sling size according to
the IFU.
Check the allowed combinations against the
sling and lift, see "Allowed Combinations" on
page 6
WARNING
To avoid injury, always make sure to inspect
the equipment prior to use.
Check all parts of the sling, see "Parts
Designation" on page 4
•
fraying
•
loose stitching
•
tears
•
fabric holes
Select Sling Size
and general physique needs to be taken into
Select a sling size that is closest to that
NOTE
The mid section needs extra margin for
overlapping the support belt.
NOTE
Arjo recommends the name of the patient is
written on the sling care label to avoid cross
contamination between patients.
•
soiled fabric
•
damaged clips/buckles
•
unreadable or damaged label
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always
follow the disinfection instructions in this
IFU.
not clean see "Cleaning and Disinfection" on
page 12
Always check the washing symbol on the Flites
Flites has been washed, throw the
Flites
"Flites – Do NOT wash" on
page 12.
Flites
Before using the sling, read the lift IFU for transfer,
After every use
If the patient is leaving the hospital, throw away the
Flites
Sling Size
S
M
L
XL
ONE SIZE
5
Flites label indicates it has been
EN