Arjo MLAAS2000 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Passive Loop Slings
04.SL.00-7ENAU · 08/2019

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WARNING
To avoid injury, always read this Instructions for Use and accompanied documents
before using the product. Mandatory to read the Instructions for Use.
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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing Arjo equipment. Please read this Instructions For Use (IFU) thoroughly!
Arjo will not be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or lack of performance that occur as a result of
any unauthorized modi¿cation to its products.
Customer Support
If you require further information, please contact your local Arjo representative. The contact information is
located at the end of this IFU.
Defi nitions in this IFU
WARNING Means: Safety warning. Failure to understand and obey this warning may result in
injury to you or to others.
CAUTION Means: Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to all or parts of the
system or equipment.
NOTE Means: This is important information for the correct use of this system or equipment.
Contents
Foreword .............................................................2
Customer Support...................................................2
De¿nitions in this IFU..............................................2
Intended Use.......................................................3
Patient/Resident Assessment .................................3
Expected Service Life .............................................3
Safety Instructions...............................................4
Safety Practises......................................................4
Parts Designation................................................5
Preparations........................................................6
Before First Use (6 steps).......................................6
Before Every Use (7 steps).....................................6
After every use........................................................6
Select Sling Size..................................................6
Using the Arjo Measuring Tape (4 steps) (Accesso-
ry)............................................................................6
Sizing Without a Measuring Tape (2 steps).............6
Sling Selection.....................................................7
Transfer/Bathing......................................................7
Transfer/Transport...................................................7
Allowed Combinations.........................................7
Safe Working Load (SWL).......................................7
Loop Attachment & Detachment..........................9
Attach the Loops (5 Steps)......................................9
Detach the Loops (2 steps).....................................9
Applying the Sling................................................9
In Bed (22 steps).....................................................9
In Chair/ Wheelchair (20 steps).............................10
On Floor (35 steps)...............................................11
Removing the Sling ...........................................13
In Bed (13 steps)...................................................13
In Chair/Wheelchair (11 steps)..............................13
Cleaning and Disinfection..................................14
Cleaning Instruction (7 steps) ...............................14
Flites – Do NOT wash...........................................14
Cleaning Chemicals..............................................14
Disinfection............................................................14
Care and Preventive Maintenance....................15
Before and After Every Use...................................15
When Soiled, Stained and Between Patients........15
Storage..................................................................15
Service and Maintenance......................................15
Troubleshooting.................................................16
Technical Speci¿cations ....................................17
Label on the Sling..............................................18
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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Intended Use
The Passive Loop Slings are products intended for
assisted transfer of patients/residents with limited
ability to move and require full or partially body
support during transfers. The Passive Loop Slings
must be used only on appropriate Arjo patient/
resident lifting devices.
The sling made of mesh material (MLA4060) is also
intended to be used when bathing.
The sling model MLAAS2000 is also intended to be
seated on for periods of time between transfers.
Slings made of nonwoven material (MFA2000,
MFA2100), referred to as Flites, is a patient speci¿c,
non-washable sling intended to be used for a limited
period only. Flites must not be used for bathing and/
or showering a patient.
Passive Loop Slings are especially designed for
ceiling lifts, Àoor lifts and accessories made by Arjo.
The Passive Loop Slings shall only be used by
appropriately trained caregivers with adequate
knowledge of the care environment, and in
accordance with the instructions outlined in the
Instructions for Use (IFU).
The Passive Loop Slings is intended to be used in
hospital environments, nursing homes and other
healthcare facilities.
The Passive Loop Slings should only be used for the
purpose speci¿ed in this Instructions for Use. Any
other use is prohibited.
Patient/Resident Assessment
We recommend that facilities establish regular
assessment routines. Caregivers should assess each
patient/resident according to the following criteria
prior to use:
• Patient/resident sits in wheelchair
• Has no capacity to support himself/herself at
all
• Cannot stand unsupported and is not able to
bear weight, not even partially
• Dependent on caregiver in most situations
• Physically demanding for caregiver
• Stimulation of remaining abilities is very
important
Or, for a patient/resident who:
• Is passive
• Might be almost completely bed ridden
• Often stiff or contracted joints
• Totally dependent on the caregiver
• Physically demanding for caregiver
• Stimulation and activation is not a primary
goal
Safe Working Load (SWL) for Passive Loop Slings:
• MLAAS2000: 190 kg (418lb);
• MLA2000, MLA3000, MLA4060, MFA2000,
MFA2100: 272 kg (600lb).
The right type and size of slings should be used after
proper assessment of each patient/resident’s size,
condition and the type of lifting situation.
If the patient/resident does not meet these criteria an
alternative equipment/system shall be used.
Expected Service Life
The expected service life of Passive Loop Slings is
the maximum period of useful life and is dependent
on the actual use conditions. Therefore, before use,
always make sure that the sling does not show signs
of fraying, tearing or other damage (i.e. cracking,
bending, breaking). If any such damage is observed,
do not use the sling.
Flites are intended for a limited period only. By nature
of its design, Flites must be treated as a disposable
and resident speci¿c product.
For washable Passive loop slings, the condition
is affected by the number of washings, washing
temperature, detergents, disinfectants, frequency of
use, patient weight and/or other factors.
The following Life Times of the slings can be
distinguished:
Expected Service Life:
• Flites – 2 weeks, based on 4 transfers per day
• Sling model MLAAS2000 – 1.5 years
• All other slings – 2 years
Shelf Life:
• 5 years
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Safety Instructions
WARNING
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient
is not left unattended at any time.
WARNING
To avoid injury, always assess the patient
prior to use.
WARNING
To avoid falling, make sure that the user
weight is lower than the safe working load
for all products or accessories being used.
WARNING
To avoid injury, only store the equipment for
a short period of time. If stored longer than
stated in the IFU, it can cause weakness
and breakage in the material.
WARNING
To avoid injury, never let the patient smoke
when using the sling. The sling can catch
on fi re.
WARNING
To avoid injury, keep the equipment away
from sun/UV-light. Exposure to sun/UV-light
can weaken the material.
WARNING
To avoid injury, never wash a Flites. A Flites
is only intended for “single patient use”.
WARNING
These warnings are specifi c to the sling
model MLAAS2000:
Patients sat out in a chair are at an
increased risk of pressure injury
development, due to high interface
pressures concentrated over a small
surface area when compared to lying in
bed. An individualised skin and holistic
assessment of the patient should be
undertaken, before deciding on whether a
sling should be left under a patient for any
period of time.
If the decision is to have the patient sit
on the sling for any time period between
transfers then an appropriate care
plan must be established and should
include regular skin inspection, paying
particular attention to pressure points and
frequent repositioning intervals which
should be documented and based on the
individuals level of risk for pressure injury
development.
Consideration should also be given by
the clinician as to any specifi c pressure
relieving or redistribution surface that the
patient/resident is sitting on and make sure
that the sling is correctly positioned and
adjusted (removing loops and clips clear of
the seated patient) to make sure the sling
does not affect the effi cacy of the seat or
cushion.
Safety Practises
• At any time, if the patient becomes agitated, stop
transferring/transporting and safely lower the patient.
• Patient with spasm can be lifted, but great care
should be taken to support the patient ’s legs.
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Parts Designation
1. Sling label (location on the outside of the sling)
2. Stiffener pocket
3. Stiffener
4. Shoulder strap with loops
5. Leg strap with loop
6. Leg Àap
7. Body section
8. Pulling handle
9. Head section
10.Flites “Do NOT wash/use/lift” label (located on the
outside of the sling)
11.Padding
12.Leg stiffener
13.Binding
Example of slings. Not all models are represented.
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Preparations
Before First Use (6 steps)
1. Check all parts of the sling, see section “Parts
Designation” on page 5. If any part is missing
or damaged - Do NOT use the sling.
2. Read this IFU thoroughly.
3. Check that the sling is clean.
4. Choose a designated area where the IFU should
be kept and easily accessible at all times.
5. Make sure to have a rescue plan ready in case of
a patient emergency.
6. For questions, contact your local Arjo
representative for support.
NOTE
Arjo recommends the name of the patient is
written on the sling care label to avoid cross
contamination between patient s.
Before Every Use (7 steps)
1. Patient assessment must always determine the
methods used in everyday care, see “Intended
Use” on page 3.
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling, make sure
to select the correct sling size according to
the IFU.
2. Check the allowed combinations against the sling,
spreader bar and lift, see “Allowed Combinations”
on page 7.
WARNING
To avoid injury, always make sure to inspect
the equipment prior to use.
3. Check all parts of the sling, see “Parts
Designation” on page 5. If any part is missing
or damaged - Do NOT use the sling. Check for:
• fraying
• loose stitching
• tears
• fabric holes
• soiled fabric
• damaged loops
• unreadable or damaged label
WARNING
To prevent cross-contamination, always
follow the disinfection instructions in this
IFU.
4. Check that the sling is clean. If the sling is
not clean see”Cleaning and Disinfection” on
page 14.
5. Always check the washing symbol on the Flites
label. If the Flites has been washed, throw the
Flites away. See “Flites – Do NOT wash” on
page 14.
6. If this symbol appears, do NOT use the
Flites. The Flites label indicates it has
been washed.
7. Before using the
sling, read the lift IFU for transfer, transport and
bathing.
After every use
If the patient is leaving the hospital, throw away the
patient speci¿c Flites.
Select Sling Size
Using the Arjo Measuring Tape (4
steps) (Accessory)
The Arjo Measuring Tape is a sizing accessory
only intended as a guide and is an approximation.
Patient width and body proportions should also be
considered when selecting the correct size of Arjo
sling.
1. If possible, the patient should be in a seated
position.
2. Place the point marked Aon the measuring tape
over the patient ’s coccyx/against seat (position
A). (See Fig. 1 ) and (See Fig. 2 )
3. Measure from coccyx/seat (position A) to the top
of the head (position B) (See Fig. 1 ).
4. The coloured area on the measuring tape that
is levelled with the top of the patient ’s head
indicates the required sling size. If the sling size
falls in between two sizes, it is recommended to
select the smaller size. (See Fig. 2 )
Sizing Without a Measuring Tape
(2 steps)
1. Place the sling over the patient ’s back.
2. Make sure the sling covers the patient from
the top of the head (position B) to the coccyx
(position A). (See Fig. 1 )
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
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AB
COCCYX HEAD
cm
in
16,9 20.5 24 28.7 33.7 37.6 39.5 41.5 45.2
XXS XS S M L LL XL XXL
Sling Selection
The patient ’s physical disabilities, weight distribution and general physique needs to be taken into
consideration when selecting a sling.
Transfer/Bathing
Article
number
Safe Working
Load Product Description Size
MLA4060 272 kg (600 lb) Mesh with head Support S, M, L, XL
Transfer/Transport
Article
number
Safe Working
Load Product Description Size
MLA2000 272 kg (600 lb) With Head support S, M, L, XL
MLA2000A 272 kg (600 lb) With Head support M, L, XL
MLAAS2000 190 kg (418 lb) With Head Support (intended to be
seated on) S, M, L, XL
MLA3000 272 kg (600 lb) Standard padded low back (quick
¿t) S, M, L, XL,
MFA2100 272 kg (600 lb) Flites with head support
(Disposable and Patient Speci¿c) S, M, L, XL, XXL
MFA2000 272 kg (600 lb) Standard Loop Flites (Disposable
and Patient Speci¿c) S, M, L, XL,
Article numbers with “A-suffix” (e.g. MLA2000A) has a BAA (Buy American Act) compliant country of origin.
Allowed Combinations
WARNING
To avoid injury, always follow the allowed combinations listed in this IFU. No other
combinations are allowed.
Safe Working Load (SWL)
Always follow the lowest SWL of the total system. E.g. the Minstrel lift/spreader bar has a SWL of 190 kg
(418 lb) and the MLA2000 has a SWL of 272 kg (600 lb). This means that the Minstrel lift/spreader bar has
the lowest SWL. The patient is not allowed to weigh more than the lowest SWL.
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Lift Minstrel Maxi 500 Maxi Twin
SWL 190 kg
(418 lb) 227 kg (500 lb) 182 kg (401 lb)
Spreader Bar 4 point 2 point 2 point
Small 2 point Medium 4 point Large
Sling SWL Size Size Size Size Size
MLA2000 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L, XL M, L, XL
MLA2000A 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL M, L, XL M M, L, XL M, L, XL
MLAAS2000 190 kg (418 lb) M, L, XL S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L, XL M, L, XL
MLA4060 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L, XL M, L, XL
MLA3000 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L, XL M, L, XL
MFA2100 272 kg (600 lb) S, M, L, XL,
XXL S, M, L, XL, XXL S, M S, M, L, XL, XXL S, M, L, XL, XXL
MFA2000 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL M, L, XL * S, M S, M, L, XL M, L, XL
Lift Maxi Move Maxi Sky 440
SWL 125 kg
(275 lb) 227 kg (500 lb) 200 kg (440 lb)
Spreader Bar 2 point
Small 2 point Medium
2 point loop
Walking
jacket 4 point Fix
Sling SWL Size Size Size Size Size
MLA2000 272 kg (600 lb) S, M S, M, L, XL S, M, L, XL M, L, XL S, M, L, XL
MLA2000A 272 kg (600 lb) M M, L, XL M, L, XL M, L, XL M, L, XL
MLAAS2000 190 kg (418 lb) S, M S, M, L, XL S, M, L, XL M, L, XL S, M, L, XL
MLA4060 272 kg (600 lb) S, M S, M, L, XL S, M, L, XL M, L, XL S, M, L, XL
MLA3000 272 kg (600 lb) S, M S, M, L, XL S, M, L, XL M, L, XL S, M, L, XL
MFA2100 272 kg (600 lb) S, M S, M, L, XL,
XXL S, M, L, XL, XXL S, M, L, XL, XXL S, M, L, XL, XXL
MFA2000 272 kg (600 lb) S, M S, M, L, XL S, M, L, XL M, L, XL M, L, XL
Lift Maxi Sky 600 Maxi Sky 2
SWL 272 kg (600 lb) 272 kg (600 lb) 272 kg (600 lb) 272 kg (600 lb)
Spreader Bar 2 point
Medium 2 point small 2 point medium 4 point
Sling SWL Size Size Size Size
MLA2000 272 kg (600 lb) S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L S, M, L, XL
MLA2000A 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL M M, L M, L, XL
MLAAS2000 190 kg (418 lb) S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L S, M, L, XL
MLA4060 272 kg (600 lb) S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L S, M, L, XL
MLA3000 272 kg (600 lb) S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L S, M, L, XL
MFA2100 272 kg (600 lb) S, M, L, XL, XXL S, M S, M, L, XL, XXL S, M, L, XL, XXL
MFA2000 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL S, M S, M, L S, M, L, XL
* Not for lift from floor.
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Applying the Sling
In Bed (22 steps)
1. Place the lift nearby.
2. Apply bed brakes and adjust the height of the bed
to an ergonomic position, if possible.
3. The patient needs to lay down Àat on his/her
back.
4. Check that the stiffeners are completely inside the
stiffener pockets, if any.
5. Fold the sling lengthwise along the centre line,
outside facing outside. The sling label is located
on the outside.
WARNING
To avoid injury during log roll, make sure
there is another caregiver present and/or
use the side rails on the opposite side of
the bed.
6. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique.) If log
roll is not possible, use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube
for placing the sling. See respective Sliding sheet/
tube IFU
7. Place the folded sling over the patient ’s side.
Make sure that the centre line is aligned with the
patient’s spine, starting at the coccyx. Place the
leg Àaps towards the legs. (See Fig. 6 )
8. Fold down the top of the sling and tuck it under
the patient’s body.
9. Log roll the patient to the other side.
10.Pull out the remaining part of the sling from under
the patients body.
11.Return the patient to his/her back.
Continue with the steps on the next page.
Loop Attachment & Detachment
2 point spreader bar:
First attach the shoulder loops, then attach the leg
loops.
4 point spreader bar: First attach the shoulder loops
in the front hooks. Then attach the leg loops in the
back hooks
WARNING
Do not cross the shoulder straps.
Attach the Loops (5 Steps)
WARNING
Use the same loop length (loop colour) for
the shoulder straps and the same length
(loop colour) for the leg straps.
1. Place the loop over the spring loaded latch (A).
(See Fig. 3 )
2. Pull the loop down to force the latch to open.
3. Make sure that the spring loaded latch closes
completely with the loop inside. (See Fig. 3 )
4. Make sure that the latch is moving freely.
5. Make sure loops and straps are not twisted.
NOTE
The loops lengths on the straps are used to
adjust the patient’s position and comfort.
• Loops closer to the shoulders;
more forward position
• Loops further away from the shoulders;
more reclined position
• Loops closer to the legs;
raised legs/bottom
• Loops further away from legs;
lowered legs/bottom
Detach the Loops (2 steps)
Make sure that the weight of the patient is taken up
by the receiving surface before removing the loop.
Method 1
1. Press the spring loaded latch open.
2. Remove the loop.
Method 2
1. Pull one side of the loop over the hook and spring
loaded latch. (See Fig. 4 )
2. Pull down the loop. (See Fig. 5)
Fig. 3
A
Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6
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12.Place the leg Àaps underneath the patient’s legs.
13.Make sure that the: (See Fig. 7 )
• sling is centred and Àat without creases,
• sling’s head support covers the neck/head
area, and
• sling pieces are not twisted underneath the
patient.
14.Cross the leg straps. Pull one strap through the
other. (See Fig. 8 )
15.Place the lift next to the patient and apply the
brakes.
WARNING
To avoid injury to the patient, pay close
attention when lowering or adjusting the
spreader bar.
16.Attach the sling. (See Fig. 3 )
17.Make sure the patient’s arms are:
• Sling with head support: placed inside the
sling.
• Low back sling: placed outside the sling.
18.Slightly lift the patient to create tension in the
sling. (See Fig. 9 )
WARNING
To avoid the patient from falling, make sure
that the sling attachments are attached
securely before and during the lifting
process.
19.Make sure that:
• All loops are securely attached
• All straps are straight (not twisted)
• The patient lays comfortably in the sling.
20.If an adjustment is needed, lower the patient and
make sure that the weight of the patient is taken
up by the receiving surface before removing the
loops.
21.Release the brakes on the lift.
22.Transfer, transport and bathe the patient
according to the lift IFU.
In Chair/ Wheelchair (20 steps)
1. Place the lift nearby.
2. Apply the brakes on the wheelchair.
3. Check that the stiffeners are completely inside the
stiffener pockets, if any.
4. Stand in front of the patient and lean the patient
forward.
5. Place the sling over the patient’s back and head
with the inside of the sling against the patient.
The sling label is located on the outside.
6. Make sure that the centre line is aligned with the
patient’s spine and coccyx.
7. Tuck in the end of the sling at the coccyx or
against the seat. Use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube,
if needed.
8. Lean the patient back.
9. Place the leg Àaps underneath the patient’s legs.
(See Fig. 10 )
10.Cross the leg straps. Pull one strap through the
other. (See Fig. 8 )
11.Make sure the: (See Fig. 10 )
• sling is centred and Àat without any creases,
• sling’s head support covers the neck/head
area, and
• sling pieces are not twisted underneath the
patient.
12.Place the lift in front of the patient.
13.Apply the brakes on the lift.
WARNING
To avoid injury to the patient, pay close
attention when lowering or adjusting the
spreader bar.
14.Attach the sling. (See Fig. 3 )
15.Make sure the patient’s arms are:
• Sling with head support: placed inside the
sling.
• Low back sling: placed outside the sling.
WARNING
Make sure straps are not caught by
wheelchair or lift castors.
Continue with the steps on the next page.
Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10
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