General Guidelines; Safe Working Load; Sling Application; Intended Use - Invacare Standing Transfer Vest Manual Del Usuario

Standing Transfer Vest
1.2 Symbols
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards
or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or
property damage. See the information below for definitions
of the signal words.
WARNING! Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION! Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage or minor injury or both.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for
efficient, trouble-free use.
IMPORTANT indicates a hazardous situation that could
result in damage to property if it is not avoided.
This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC concerning
medical devices.
The launch date of this product is stated in the CE
declaration of conformity.

Safe Working Load

Consult the user manual.
DO NOT exceed 95°C washing temperature.
DO NOT bleach.
Tumble Dry, Normal, Low Heat
DO NOT iron.

1.3 Intended Use

The Invacare®Standing Transfer Vest is available with or without
groin band, the groin band can be attached to the transfer standing
vest very easily.
The Standing Transfer Vest is suitable for clients with reduced
standing/walking abilities, and/or reduced balance. The sling provides
maximum personal access for dressing and hygiene.
The Standing Transfer Vest is applied around the upper part
of the body, located in the under arm area. It is essential that
the user has the ability to stand up, and has some degree of
weight bearing ability to ensure that he feels contact with
the floor.

1.4 Service Life

All Invacare slings are guaranteed for one year. Expected service life
of the product is 1-5 years. Service life time varies depending on the
fabric, frequency of use, laundering practices, and weight carried.
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2 Safety

2.1 General Guidelines

WARNING!
– DO NOT use this product or any available optional
equipment without first completely reading and
understanding these instructions and any additional
instructional material such as user manuals, service
manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this
product or optional equipment. If you are unable to
understand the warnings, cautions or instructions,
contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical
personnel before attempting to use this equipment -
otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
– Please check your sling on delivery. If the sling is not in
perfect condition, please contact your supplier.
2.2 Safe Working Load
XS
S
M
L
XL
3 Usage

3.1 Sling application

WARNING!
– Slings should be checked regularly for wear and damage
(in accordance with each country's regulations).
NEVER use a damaged sling.
– If you are in any doubt, please do not attempt to use
the sling and seek the advice of a professional or your
supplier.
– Invacare recommends that a risk assessment is always
carried out by a professional prior to issuing lifting
equipment. Always choose the sling design and size
according to the client's weight, size and physical ability.
– If you are in doubt about the use of Invacare's slings
with other manufacturers' equipment, contact Invacare
or your supplier for advice.
Sling application — Sitting in chair or wheelchair
1. Lean the client forward ensuring that he is well supported to
reduce risk of falling and to promote feelings of security.
2. Slide the vest down behind the back of the client in a central
position aligned with the waist.
3. Sit the client back against the sling. Figure 1.
4. Take the arms through the straps and fasten the vest around the
client's stomach by using the adjustable buckle. Figure 2.
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