User Manual - Invacare Universal High Manual Del Usuario

Universal High
General
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 EC
declaration of conformity.
Safe Working Load
Consult the user manual.
DO NOT exceed 95°C washing temperature.
Remove leg support foam from pockets
before washing.
DO NOT bleach.
Tumble Dry, Normal, Low Heat
DO NOT iron.
Intended Use
The Invacare®Universal Sling is available with or without
head support, the head support being created by removable
plastic spines within the fabric. The sling can be used for
highly physically dependent clients and allows for easy access
for personal hygiene. It is easily applied in both sitting and
lying position.
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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Safety
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.
Safe Working Load
XS 1483776
S 1483777
M 1483778
L 1483779
XL 1485949
Usage
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 sling down behind the back of the client in
a central position with the aperture apex aligned with
the base of the spine.
3. Sit the client back against the sling. Figure 1.
4. Pass the leg support towards the front of the chair to
each side of the thigh and then pass each leg support
under each thigh. Figure 2.
Net Spacer
Solid
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200 kg
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200 kg
250 kg
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