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How to Use the Voyager
WARNING: All rails must be closed with end
stoppers or connected to other closed rail
components. Before use, make sure all end
stoppers are in place and secured. A wrong
installation of these items might lead to a
patient fall and to injuries.
WARNING: The lift must never be operated
by the patient. In the unlikely case of a failure,
the patient might get stuck in the unit.
Use of Slings
The two-sling supports can accommodate any of
the Arjo loop attachment slings.
All slings are color coded for size by having a
different colored edge binding or attachment strap
coloring:
• Grey or Teal - Extra Extra Small - XXS
• White or Brown - Extra Small - XS
• Red - Small - S
• Yellow - Medium - M
• Green - Large - L
• Blue - Extra Large - XL
• Terracotta - Extra Extra Large - XXL
Arjo offers the option of a headrest for many slings
if it is considered necessary for a particular patient.
A range of special purpose slings are available as
accessories. For these or for special size slings,
contact your Arjo agent.
WARNING: When using Arjo Flites slings
(disposable) with the Voyager, always refer
to the Arjo Flites operating instructions as
well as these instructions before using.
Before Approaching the Patient
Attendants should always tell the patient what they
are about to do. Make sure to have on hand a sling
that is of the correct model and of adequate size
for transfer with the Voyager.
Before performing the transfer, it is important
to evaluate the patient’s general condition. For
example, an agitated patient will require a more
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Attaching the Sling to the Voyager
Place the attachment loops onto the hooks.
Make sure the loops are positioned correctly and
that the latches are closing the hooks as shown
below.
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Positioning the Patient
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position of the patient. Different loop combinations
can be used to allow the patient to be lifted and
transferred in positions ranging from semi-reclined
to seated.
BODY POSITION ACCORDING TO
SELECTION OF LOOP STRAPS
6+28/'(56 6+28/'(56 LEGS HIPS*
LEGS
312
212
112
121
*Hip loops only available on THA6i model
NOTE: Slings with more loops allow
additional alternative positions.