Invacare RHL450 Manual Del Operador página 28

LIFTING THE PATIENT
When the sling is elevated a few inches off the surface of the bed and before moving the
patient, check again to make sure that the sling is properly connected to the hooks of the
swivel bar. If any attachments are NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto
the stationary surface and correct this problem - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient.
Patient's arms should be inside of the straps.
Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the
safety of the patient, DO NOT use slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers.
3. When the patient is clear of the bed surface, swing their feet off the bed (Detail "B", FIGURE 4.3).
4. Using the steering handle, move the lift away from the bed.
5. When moving the patient lift away from the bed, turn the patient so that he/she faces
assistant operating the patient lift (Detail "C", FIGURE 4.3).
6. Press the DOWN ( ) button (electric) or open the control valve (manual/hydraulic)
lowering patient so that his feet rest on the base of the lift, straddling the mast. Close
the control valve.
NOTE: The lower center of gravity provides stability making the patient feel more secure and the
lift easier to move.
7. Pull the patient lift away from the bed and then push it from behind with both hands
firmly on the steering handle.
DETAIL "C" - MOVING
THE PATIENT LIFT
AWAY FROM THE BED
Manual/Electric Portable Patient Lift
WARNING
DETAIL "A" - LIFTING THE PATIENT
DETAIL "B" - MOVING THE PATIENT
FIGURE 4.3 Lifting/Moving the Patient
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