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ENGLISH
SWIFT
WARNINGS
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This equipment MUST only be used by persons competent in its use.
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The medical state of a person needing to be raised MUST be assessed before commencing a lift.
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An individual risk assessment should always be performed for each patient before use.
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Ensure that the surface on which the Mangar Swift is to be placed is free from sharp objects.
NOTE:
Place a blanket, groundsheet, towel or similar under the Swift if using it on a rough surface.
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If a slide sheet has been used to transfer the patient onto the Swift it must be removed from under the
patient before commencing inflation.
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Never leave a patient unattended on the Mangar Swift Transfer Slide whilst it is inflated.
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The Mangar Swift Transfer Slide must only be inflated using the Mangar Airflo Duo. Do not attempt to
inflate with other manufacturers air supplies.
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Always ensure the patient is centered on the Mangar Swift before and during inflation using the white
markings and safety straps as guidance.
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Ensure the Mangar Swift Transfer Slide is orientated with the white markings facing upwards before
inflation.
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If using the Swift with the Rhino Lifting Cushion, always ensure safety straps are connected to the
Rhino during the lift, and then connected to the Swift again once the lift is complete and before
performing a lateral transfer.
Ensure that you read and understand this instruction manual
before using
this product. Failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions in
this manual can result in damage and/or serious injury.
Please keep these instructions in a safe location for future reference
