Arjo MAA2000-XS - Warnings and Safety Instructions; Essential familiarisation with use; Sling inspection for faults; Correct sling size assessment

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Warnings and Safety Instructions
• ·Before attaching the sling ensure the spreader
bar is rotated into position so the eventual lift
will resemble fig 1.
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• When attaching a loop sling to the 2 point
spreader bar always ensure the sling attachment
loops are positioned correctly into the retaining
hooks as shown in fig. 2.
• Check all the loops are securely attached before
lifting.
• Only when the patient's body weight is fully
supported by the bed, may the sling leg
connection clips be detached, followed by the
shoulder connections.
• Transportation of a patient should always be
done with the chassis legs parallel (closed)
manoeuvrability will be easier, especially
through doorways, with the chassis legs closed.
The patient should be positioned facing the
attendant. Apply the chassis brakes if leaving
the patient unattended.
• The expected operational life for fabric slings
and fabric stretchers is approximately 2 years
from date of manufacture. This life expectancy
only applies if the slings and stretchers have
been cleaned, maintained and inspected in
accordance with the' ARJO Sling Information'
documents, the 'Operating and Product Care
Instructions' and the 'Preventive Maintenance
Schedule'.
Flites
• Do not smoke or allow naked flames in the
vicinity of sling.
• ARJO Flites must not be used to support a
patient whilst bathing or showering.
Warning: IIt is essential to familiarise
yourself with the correct method of use
before any attempt is made to lift a
patient.
Warning: Thoroughly inspect the sling
before any attempt is made to use it. If the
sling is faulty in anyway DO NOT USE.
Warning: Always carefully assess the
patient for the correct size of sling, as size
coding differs between sling
manufacturers.
Warning: Always check that the sling
attachment loops/clips are fully in
position before and during the
commencement of the lifting cycle, and in
tension as the patient's weight is gradually
taken up.
Warning: Check that all four points of
the sling are securely connected before
lifting.
Fig. 1
P1394g
Fig. 2
P1502D