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General
Intended use
Before using the Stedy for the first time ensure it has
been securely and correctly assembled (if supplied
disassembled).
The Stedy is manufactured to a very high standard
and has been designed to quickly and easily transport
or transfer patients or residents from one sitting
position to another. It is not intended for long periods
of sitting or transportation.
The Stedy may also be used as a supportive aid when
elevating a patient for the purposes of changing
wound dressing, changing incontinence pads or
personal cleansing.
The Stedy is intended to be used only by patients
who possess the ability to stand unaided or can stand
with minimal assistance.
This product has been designed and manufactured to
provide you with trouble free use, however, there are
certain checks that will need to be carried out
periodically. See care of the Stedy section.
The expected operational life of this product is five
years. Infrequent use and proper storage could extend
its expected life considerably.
After the initial five year period it remains the
customers responsibility to have the Stedy re-
validated by ArjoHuntleigh before further use.
Before using the Stedy, familiarize yourself with the
various parts and thoroughly read and understand
these Operating, Product Care and Maintenance
Instructions.
All references to the patient in these instructions
refer to the user or person being transported, and
reference to the attendant refers to the caregiver or
the person who operates the Stedy.
WARNING: Read before use.
Before using the Stedy, you must read and
fully understand these Operating, Product
Care and Maintenance Instructions. You
must be trained on the Stedy and on any
accessories, as well as its functions.
References to the left and right of the Stedy in these
instructions are as viewed from the patients position.
The Stedy may be used to transport and support
patients while showering, providing the patient has
been clinically assessed for suitability for this
particular function.
Some information contained in these instructions
may become outdated, due to improvements made to
this product in the future. If you have any questions
regarding these instructions or the Stedy, please
contact your local ArjoHuntleigh representative.
ArjoHuntleigh’s policy is one of continuous
development, and therefore reserves the right to
change specifications without notice.
WARNING: Use only ArjoHuntleigh
support straps that have been specifically
designed for the Stedy.
WARNING: Do not overload the Stedy with
a weight in excess of the approved
transporting capacity of 120 kg (264 lb.).
CAUTION: The Stedy may be used on
gentle slopes with caution.
WARNING: One person should not
attempt to manually lift the Stedy, if it has
to be lifted, care should be taken to avoid
injuries.
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