Guldmann GTP1 Mode D'emploi page 12

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Before using the GTP1 Transfer platform
ensure the user's functional capability, the
user´s capability to cooperate and follow
an instruction and that the environment is
suitable.
a. Test of tension of the leg muscles:
When the user is in a seated position
ask the user to push down through the
knees – upon inspection and feel-
ing via the hand - the helper should
perceive the user´s quads tighten.
b. Test of tension of the arm muscles:
Ask the user to clench your fists /
hands – the helper should feel the user
tighten the hands.
These tests indicate strength to assist
with the standing procedure and it also
confirms communication skills.
a. If it is assessed that the belt is needed
– place the belt around the low back
area when the user is in seated posi-
tion. Fasten the belt with the elastic
belt.
Recommendation: Use the belt in
standing position.
b. Place the user's feet onto the markings
on the foot plate.
a. Adjust the knee pad – the top of
the knee pad should be level with a
distance of two fingers below the knee
joint.
Make sure that the knee pad is locked.
b. Lock the Transfer platform by stepping
on the lower part of the brake pedal.
Encourage the user to lean forward and
grab hold of the handle suitable for the
user.
Encourage the user to stand up. At the
same time the helper stands in front of the
Transfer platform, grabs hold of the handle
and places one foot on the edge of the
foot plate.