Etac Molift EvoSling Mode D'emploi page 6

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Sitting position - Sling application
2. Pull the leg supports forward and position them under the
user's thighs. Place both leg supports under both legs, over-
lapped. Use the application pocket on the leg support for easier
application. Make sure the lifting straps are the same length on
both sides and that the sling is placed under the users thighs
without any creases.
Transfer
When moving the user, stand to the side of them. Make sure that
arms and legs do not obstruct the seat, bed, etc.
Never lift the user higher than necessary to
carry out a lift. Remember that wheels on a
mobile lift must NOT be locked.
1. Ask them to lean forward,
support them if necessary. Slide
the sling down level with the
tailbone/coccyx. Make sure the
top of the sling is positioned to
support the users head.
3. Pull the straps through the leg
strap loops, one on each side,
before connecting all 4 lifting
straps to suspension. Make sure
the lifting straps are fastened
with equal length on the right
and left side. Upper straps and
leg straps can be mounted with
different colours on the ladder
loop to make sure the sling is
comfortable and safe.
1. Check that the sling is correctly fitted around the user and
that the strap loops are correctly fitted to the suspension
hooks.
2. Start hoisting until the lifting straps are stretched without
lifting the user. Ensure that all four loops of the sling are
securely fastened to avoid the user slipping or falling out of
the sling.
3. Hoist the user and perform the transfer.
Be careful during movement, the user may swing during turns,
stops and starts. Be careful when maneuvering close to furniture
and similar to prevent the suspended user from colliding with
these objects.
Avoid deep pile carpets, high thresholds, uneven surfaces or
other obstacles that may block the castors. The lifter may become
unstable if forced over such obstacles increasing the risk of
tipping over.
User must be facing lifter when lifting or
lowering from or into a chair.
Never leave a user unattended in a lifting
situation.
The lifter shall not be used to lift or move
users on sloping surfaces
Lowering into sitting
When transferring the user into sitting, the following techniques
can be used for lowering the user as far back into the seat as
possible (Use A or B):
A Push gently on the users knees to steer the user in towards
the backrest of the chair.
B Tilt the seat backwards.
Do not lift with the guide handles! Excessive
force on the handles can cause the sling to tear.
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