SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
WARNING
SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe
operation and use of this product.
WARNING
DO NOT move a person suspended in a sling any distance. The Invacare patient lift
or the sling are NOT transport devices. They are intended to transfer an individual
from one resting surface to another (such as a bed to a wheelchair). Otherwise,
injury or damage may occur.
Check all parts for shipping damage before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use the
equipment. Contact the dealer for further instructions.
DO NOT attempt any transfer without approval of the patient’s physician, nurse or
medical assistant. Thoroughly read the instructions in this owner’s manual, observe a
trained team of experts perform the lifting procedures and then perform the entire lift
procedure several times with proper supervision and a capable individual acting as a
patient.
Although Invacare recommends that two assistants be used for all lifting preparation,
transferring from and transferring to procedures, our equipment will permit proper
operation by one assistant. The use of one assistant is based on the evaluation of the health
care professional for each individual case. Bed rails may be used to minimize patient
movement during sling positioning.
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.
DO NOT exceed maximum weight limitation of the patient lift. These weights will vary
from 350 to 600 lbs. depending on the type of patient lift purchased. For maximum weight
limitation, refer to the Typical Product Parameters section in the patient lift manual or
contact customer service.
Invacare slings are made specifically for use with Invacare lifts. For the safety of the
patient, DO NOT intermix slings and lifts of different manufacturers.
Using the Sling
Use an Invacare approved sling that is recommended by the individual’s doctor, nurse or
medical assistant for the comfort and safety of the individual being lifted.
Standing Slings - Individuals that use the standing sling MUST be able to support the
majority of their own weight, otherwise injury can occur. Before lifting the patient, make
sure the bottom edge of the standing sling is positioned on the lower back of the patient
and the patient's arms are outside the standing sling. The belt MUST be snug, but
comfortable on the patient, otherwise the patient can slide out of the sling during transfer,
possibly causing injury.
