Invacare 9805 Owners Manual - Page 32

SECTION 9-BATHROOM SECTION 9-BATHROOM Transferring Patient for Use of Commode Chair or Standard Commode Transferring to a Commode Chair ƽ WARNING When elevated a few inches off the surface of the commode chair or standard commode and before moving the patient, check again to make sure that all hardware or straps are properly connected. Check each S-hook to make sure it is completely attached to the metal bars of the sling. Check the attachment of the straps, O or D-rings to the swivel bar hooks. If any attachments are NOT properly in place, lower the patient back onto the commode chair or standard commode to correct this problem. Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. Patient's arms should be inside of the chains or straps. Invacare slings and Hardware are made specifically for use with Invacare Patient Lifts. For the safety of the patient, DO NOT intermix slings and patient lifts of different manufacturers. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.1 on page 33. NOTE: The slings with commode openings are designed to be used with either a commode chair or standard commode. NOTE: Invacare recommends that the sling remain connected to the swivel bar during the patient's use of either the commode chair or standard commode. 1. Elevate the patient high enough to clear the commode chair and their weight supported by the lift. 2. With the help of both assistants, guide the patient onto the commode chair. 3. Lower the patient onto the commode chair leaving the sling attached to the swivel bar. 4. When complete, recheck for correct attachment and then raise the patient off the commode chair. 5. When patient is clear of the commode surface (using the steering handles), move the lift away from the commode chair. 6. To return or place patient in a wheelchair. Refer to Transferring to a Wheelchair on page 35. Portable Patient Lift and Sling 32 Part No 1024492