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STEP 4:
SECURE AND TIGHTEN BACKSTRAP
The Backstrap must be attached and tightened sufficiently to ensure a comfortable and secure transfer:
1. Help the user hold the handles or cross their
arms into the cradle, by hugging the Chestpad
2. Hook the rings on the hooks on the handle
HOLD
3. Pull both blue tabs at once to evenly tighten
the straps
TIP: Pull the blue tabs in the same direction
as the straps to make tightening as easy
as possible
4. One at a time, pull the blue tabs using the
technique shown in the photo to ensure suitable
tightness (see the next section
for tightening tips)
FITTING A THIGHSTRAP
•
If the Thighstrap is being used,
reach behind the user’s ankle
and grab the Thighstrap
•
Attach the loop on the
Thighstrap to the hook on
the Chestpad. The Thighstrap
should be firm underneath the
user’s thigh. Take note of how
many loops to the end
•
Follow the same procedure on
the other side, with the same
number of loops from the end
STEP 3:
CHESTPAD ON THE LAP
The Chestpad must be pressed securely to the user’s chest and lap to promote a comfortable
and secure transfer.
The following steps should be followed to ensure a good fit to the lap:
•
Pull the index pin up
•
Push the Chestpad slider forward until it slightly
squashes the foam against the user’s stomach
•
Release the index pin and push the Chestpad
forward until it drops into a locking hole
•
Squeeze and hold the Lock Lever and push
forward on the Caregiver Handle gently
•
This presses the Chestpad down onto
the user’s lap
•
Let go of Lock Lever
TIP: These steps are important for a good transfer, but you do not want to press too hard
that it is uncomfortable for the user
Communicate with the user for each step or try these steps with an able-bodied friend
or colleague first who can tell you how each step feels
3. Ensure the knees are touching
(or within 3cm) of the Knee Support Cover
4. Apply the brake by stepping on the red
Brake Pedal
