Invacare JASMINE Owners Manual - Page 9

SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Lifting the Patient Adjustments for safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient. Patientʹs arms should be inside of the straps. Before transferring a patient from a stationary object (wheelchair, commode or bed), slightly raise the patient off the stationary object and check that all sling attachments are secure. If any attachment is not correct, lower the patient and correct the problem, then raise the patient and check again. During transfer, with patient suspended in a sling attached to the lift, DO NOT roll caster base over uneven surfaces that would create an imbalance of the patient lift and could cause the patient lift to tip over. Use steering handle on the mast at ALL times to push or pull the patient lift. Transferring the Patient Before transferring, check that the product's weight capacity can withstand the patient's weight. Before transferring a patient from a stationary object (wheelchair, commode or bed), slightly raise the patient off the stationary object and check that all sling attachments are secure. If any attachment is not correct, lower the patient and correct the problem, then raise the patient and check again. Before transferring, check that the product that you are transferring the patient to can withstand the patient's weight. Wheelchair wheel locks MUST be in a locked position before lowering the patient into the wheelchair for transport. Be sure to check the sling attachments each time the sling is removed and replaced, to ensure that it is properly attached before the patient is removed from the bed or chair. The mast pivot bolt MUST be tight to ensure safe use of the patient lift. The bolt MUST be checked at least every six months in conjunction with periodic maintenance. Performing Maintenance Regular maintenance of patient lifts and accessories is necessary to assure proper operation. After the first twelve months of operation, inspect all pivot points and fasteners for wear. If the metal is worn, the parts MUST be replaced. Perform this inspection every six months thereafter. Casters and axle bolts require inspections every six months to check for tightness and wear. Part No 1150704 9 Jasmine™ Patient Lift