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Operating the DPS and PDPS
To operate the powered DPS spreader bar, use the and buttons on the hand control. Press and
hold the appropriate positioning button until the patient is in the desired position. Powered movement will
continue until the travel limit has been reached, or until the button is released. The spreader bar will
remain firmly in position once powered movement has ceased.
Transferring Patients Using Clip Slings
Transferring Patient from a Seated Position
The techniques described here can be used for transferring patients regardless of where they may be
seated (e.g. in a bed, in a chair, wheelchair or similar).
WARNING: To ensure maximum patient comfort and safety, do not allow the patient to hold onto the
spreader bar. Arm or finger pinching could occur when operating the DPS/PDPS.
The DPS spreader bar is adjusted by raising or lowering
the tilt handle until the patient is in the desired position.
WARNING: Always hold the spreader bar when near patients to avoid hitting them with it. This could
cause an injury.
WARNING: Before moving the lift, ensure there is enough clearance with patients to not hit them.
Injuries could occur.
WARNING: When raising patients, make sure the sling is not caught on any obstructions (for instance,
the wheelchair brakes or armrests). Injuries could occur.
Place the sling around the patient so that the base of the
sling sits slightly below the tail bone. A MaxiSlide
®
or
MaxiTube
®
positionning aid can be used to assist with
placement of the sling.
Ensure that the head support area of the sling is behind
the head covering it. Pull each leg strap under the thigh
so that it emerges on the inside of the thigh.
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