Care & Independence COMFORT VALUE CVT User manual

ISSUE DATE: 02/12/21
VERSION: UG/CVTOILET-EN04
STATUS: APPROVED
AUTHORISED BY: Technical Director
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J. ASH
CVT: COMFORT VALUETM Toileting
CVPT: COMFORT VALUETM Toileting Poly
THIS USER GUIDE IS APPLICABLE
FOR THE FOLLOWING
COMFORT VALUETM TOILETNG
SLINGS:
Sling Model:
Serial Number:
User Name:
The sling model and serial number
are located on the label on the reverse of the sling.
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Care & Independence Ltd is a UK manufacturer registered
with MHRA as a Class 1 Medical Device Manufacturer and
this sling is a Class 1 medical device as defined in Article
51, Annex VIII Rule 1 of the Medical Device Regulation
2017/745.
COMFORT VALUETM slings are designed and manufactured to
meet or exceed BS EN 10535:2006 for the transfer of
disabled persons. COMFORT VALUETM slings are designed
and manufactured by Care & Independence, a certified
ISO 9001:2015 organisation.
Declaration
Care & Independence Ltd, declares under its sole
responsibility that the aforementioned products to which
this declaration relates, and which bear the CE marking,
are in conformity with the applicable requirements of EU
regulation 2017/745 as transposed in the laws of the
Member States.
EU2017/745

·Wash gently at 40°C. Use a mild soap solution
or a non-biological detergent without
bleaching additives.
·Do not add bleach or stain removers.
·Air dry, cabinet dry or tumble dry on a cool
cycle (below 60°C). Do not tumble dry on a
hot setting.
·Do not place on hot pipes or heaters. Keep
away from flames.
·Do not iron.
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A copy of these instructions should be
provided to the person(s) laundering the sling.
1. GENERAL
1.1 WARRANTY:The COMFORT VALUETM slings
covered in this User Guide have been
awarded a THREE YEAR WARRANTY. Any
manufacturing defect will be rectified free
of charge. Product damage through wear
and tear, neglect or accidental damage is
not covered by the warranty.
1.2. COMPATIBILITY:Care & Independence slings
have been manufactured to work with most
of the major hoist manufacturers’
equipment. A compatibility statement is
available on request.
3 yr
2. SLING SAFETY
2.1 GENERAL:
2.1.1. Only competent persons should ever use
hoists and slings.
2.1.2 A risk assessment must be completed
before using the sling, even if the hoist and
sling is provided from the same
manufacturer.
2.1.3 It is essential that the sling is fit for purpose;
the correct size and type of sling for an
individual is essential to ensure the safety
and comfort of the person being
transferred.
2.1.4 Product care and inspection instructions
should be followed at all times.
2.1.5. No sling must ever be used to lift more
than its rated load (see label).
2.1.6. The intended sling and hoist combination
should be compatible.
2.1.7 If there is any doubt about sling safety,
remove the sling from use until checked
and authorised for use by a competent
person.
2.2 SLING INSPECTION:
2.2.1 Care & Independence recommend pre-use
sling checks by competent person.
2.2.2 Slings are Class One Medical Devices and
are subject to Lifting Operations and Lifting
Equipment Regulations (LOLER)
Examinations. A LOLER examination may
only be conducted by a person trained and
qualified to do so. Space is provided on the
sling label to record LOLER details.
4. PRODUCT CARE
4.1 GENERAL CARE:
4.1.1 Repeated washing may lead to sling
deterioration. Care & Independence
strongly recommend replacing the sling at
the first signs of wear or damage, as
opposed to after a specified time frame.
4.1.2 Each sling is marked with its maximum
wash temperature.
4.1.3 Discolouration to some materials or fading
labels may occur as a result of laundering.
NOTE: It is a health & safety requirement
that the sling label must be legible
throughout the sling’s working lifetime.
3. DAMAGED OR FAULTY SLINGS
Care & Independence have a strict Returns &
Repair Procedure to ensure the safety of all
involved.
Please do not send slings and bathing products
back without completing the Return/Repair form.
4.2 WASHING THE SLING:Every sling is marked with
its maximum wash temperature. Close hook
& loop fastenings before laundering to
prevent damage to the fabric and webbing.
4.3 DECONTAMINATION:
Slings can withstand a strong
decontamination routine but regular use
may impair the lifespan of the sling.
·Sling Care Instruction Guide (includes
decontamination advice).
·Returns & Repair Procedure
FURTHER INFORMATION:Available to download from our website
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5.1 THE ACCESS-STYLE SLING
5. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SLING
5.2 SLING LABELS EXPLAINED
LOLER Thorough Examination Record
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EXAMINERS NAME
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DISINFECTION GUIDANCE
Model
Size
Order code
Year of Manufacture
RECOMMENDED WASHING
40oPRE-USE CHECKS
NAME:
MULTI-USER DISCLAIMER
5.2.2 LOLER RECORD
Printed label sewn onto back of
sling. Convenient to record the
sling’s LOLER checks
5.2.3 PRODUCT INFORMATION
Woven label sewn onto back of
sling. Contains serial number,
Health & Safety Regulation
Compliance mark, Maximum
Load Capacity and QR code.
5.2.4 QUALITY TAG (Disposable)
Attached to the side of the
sling. Shows factory quality
control approvals. Reverse
side is Union flag.
5.2.1 SLING INFORMATION
Printed label sewn onto back of
sling. Provides useful information
such as Sling Model Type,
Washing instructions, Pre-Use
Checks and a space to write
User’s name. A QR code is also
featured that once scanned leads
direct to product webpage where
support resources are available.
There are four labels associated with each sling.
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Shoulder lift strap
(3 loops)
Leg lift strap
(3 loops)
Padded underarm
Clunk-click belt Chest band with
hook and loop fastening
Large
aperture
area
Labels
Leg section

FURTHER INFORMATION
6. FITTING THE SLING
6.2 POSITIONING A USER BACK INTO A CHAIR
Before you start, check that the sling is in safe and clean condition and is the appropriate size and model for the
person to be transferred. There are a variety of ways to use and adjust this sling, so please read carefully.
6.1.1
The waist support should be
fitted as low as possible around
the torso with arms outside the
sling.
i. Fasten the hook and loop band.
ii. Secure the clunk-click belt.
NOTE: The hook and loop band should
always be closed when not in use.
6.1.2
Bring the leg sections around the
hips and feed them under and up
between the thighs.
6.1.3
Following a risk assessment, leg
straps can be crossed
(RECOMMENDED). Alternatively
continue without crossing.
i. Cross the leg straps over one
another by threading one strap
through the other by passing
one strap through the section
beneath the bottom loop.
ii. Attach leg straps to the hoist
first then shoulder straps.
iii. Check for snagging.
iv. As the service user begins to
be lifted and the body thins
out re-tighten the clunk-click
belt.
v. Complete the transfer.
6.1 IN A SEATED POSITION
To assist guidance into the chair,
a preferred technique is to use
your body weight from the front,
pushing on the bottom of the leg
lift straps, as the user lowers into
the chair.
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Available to download from our website
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·Sling Pre-Check
Inspection Guide
·Loop Attachment Guide
·Sling Sizing Guide
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7. ADDITIONAL SUPPORT AVAILABLE
SCAN SLING LABEL QR CODE FOR;
·Product information
·User Guide
·Fitting video
·Sling Care Instruction Guide
·Sling Pre-Check Inspection Guide
·Sling Sizing Guide
·Expert advice
·Full support
Free product training is also offered.
Please contact us for further
information.
·Faded label replacement
·Sling repair
·LOLER examinations
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Contents of this publication are intended as a guide only. Although
due care and attention has been given to ensure that instructions
are accurate and correct, in case of doubt, please refer to your
prescribing clinician or contact the Care & Independence team on
033 012 80808. Care & Independence Ltd reserve the right to
modify, add or delete details and is under no obligation to notify
the user of amendment. All data is correct at time of printing.