Lumex Syatems LF1050 - Manual (Page 11)

LF1050 Patient Lift Owner’s Manual 11
Transfer From Wheelchair
1. Grasp the sling at each corner of the "U" shape
of the commode aperture.
2. The sling should be fitted with the handle on the
back section facing outward.
3. Help the user lean forward slightly, then slide the
sling down between the chair and the user's
back.
4. Position the commode aperture where the
buttocks meets the seat.
5. Position the sling equally around both sides of
the body.
6. Draw the leg sections to the front along the
length of the user's thigh.
7. Check the sling's central positioning by
comparing the lengths of the leg sections when
they are drawn forward.
8. Reposition the sling if the leg sections are not
equal in length.
9. Feed the leg sections under the thighs.
10.From between the legs, gently pull the leg
section up the inner thigh.
11.Feed as much material as possible under and
between the thighs. Ensure the leg sections are
positioned midway under the thighs to provide
good support and greater comfort.
12.Move the lift slowly towards the user and
position the spreader bar over the user's chest.
13.Attach Loop a of sling to Hook A on Spreader
Bar; attach Loop b to Hook B; attach Loop c to
Hook C; attach Loop d to Hook D.
14.Lift patient above the wheelchair by using the
hand control.
15.Pull lift away from wheelchair. Position patient
over bed and lower patient onto it.
Note: Reverse the above procedures when
returning the user/patient to a wheelchair.
Warning: Use ONLY Lumex slings/products
with Lumex equipment.