Notice
Special features
Always check the product before use and after washing.
Never use a defective product. If the product shows signs of
wear-and-tear, it must be scrapped.
Read these instructions carefully.
It is important that carers receive instruction in manual
handling.
Etac offers advice and training for carers. For further
information, contact Etac.
Always use the correct manual handling techniques.
Encourage the user to assist where possible.
To ensure that the user feels safe and that every manual
handling is smooth, always plan the manual handling in
advance.
Material and cleaning
Material:
Outer surface: 65% polyester/35% cotton
Inner surface: Nylon.
The product should be checked regularly, preferably each time
it is used.
Check that seams and fabric are not damaged.
Never try to repair a product yourself.
Never use a defective product.
There is a risk that the user may slide off. Never leave
the user alone on the edge of the bed.
Never leave the product on the floor.
Always conduct a risk assessment, and ensure that
the assistive product can be used for the individual
user and, in combination with other devices, that it is
safe for the user and carers.
It is recommended that the guard rail is in place when
the user is left on the glide system, unless a risk
assessment has found that the user can be safely left
on the glide system without the need of guard rails.
Always lock the glide system when you have
completed the transfer.
To reduce sliding down in bed if the head end is
elevated, fit the additional poly/cotton around the
bed mattress.
If in any doubt - please contact Etac.
Washing instructions:
Do not use fabric softener.
This product can be cleaned with a solvent-free cleaning agent
with a pH level between 5 and 9, or a 70% disinfection solution.
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