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Using your Maxi Move
If the handset button is released during the lifting or
lowering procedure, powered motion will stop
immediately.
Before transferring, position the patient to face the
attendant at approximately the height of a normal chair.
This provides a measure of confidence and dignity to the
patient.
Remember to release the brakes if they have been
applied, before transferring the patient.
Lift the patient using the handset control, and adjust to a
comfortable position for transfer (see Fig. 19). The
specially designed sling, together with its integral head
support, enables one person to carry out the complete
lifting function without additional help.
Fig. 19
Move the lift away from the chair. The angle of recline
can be adjusted to increase comfort for more restless
patients. The lift can now be directed towards the
following transfer point (see Fig. 20).
Fig. 20
When lowering the patient back down, lower the
positioning handle to put the patient into a sitting
position. This avoids further lifting strain. Take care not
to push down too quickly, as this may jerk the patient’s
head forward.
To Lift from the Bed
Before lifting a person from a bed, ensure there is
sufficient clearance underneath the bed to accommodate
the Maxi Move chassis legs.
Position the patient onto the sling by rolling the patient
towards you, then folding the sling in half and placing it
behind the patient’s back (see Fig. 21).
Fig. 21
Position the sling carefully so that, when rolled back, the
patient will lie on the center of the sling (see Fig. 22).
Check that the head support area of the sling covers the
patient’s neck.
CAUTION: Always check that all the sling
attachment clips are fully in position before
and during the lifting cycle, and in tension as
the patient’s weight is gradually taken up.
WARNING: Do not attempt to maneuver the lift
by pulling or pushing on the mast, the jib, the
spreader bar or the patient as this can cause
the lift to topple over.
WARNING: When lowering the spreader bar,
ensure that the patient’s and attendant’s legs
and feet are well clear of the moving mast.
Only detach the sling leg connection clips
followed by the shoulder connection clips
when the patient’s body weight is fully
supported by the bed.
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