Graham Field Lumex DSLSA1 User guide

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DSLSA1, DSLSA2, DSLSA3, DSLSA4; DELUXE SIT-TO-STAND
PADDED SLING: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
Note: The most current version of these instructions can be found online at www.grahamfield.com
WARNING: Important! Read and understand these instructions before assembling or us-
ing the Sit-to-Stand Sling. If you do not understand any part of these warnings, cautions
or instructions, contact a healthcare professional for direction in the use of this product.
If the Sit-to-Stand Sling is not properly applied, personal injury and damage to the Sit-to-
Stand Sling could result.
WARNING: If components are damaged or missing, contact your dealer immediately.
WARNING: Carefully inspect the sling weekly for wear and damage to seams, fabric,
straps, and strap loops. Torn, cut, frayed or broken slings can fail, resulting in serious
personal injury to the user. Use only slings that are in good condition. Discard and de-
stroy old, unusable slings.
WARNING: DO NOT exceed the Sit-to-Stand Sling's maximum weight capacity.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury
caused by improper application or use of this product.
APPLICATION
1. Check the patient's weight and the sling's
maximum weight capacity. Ensure that the
patient's weight does not exceed the sling's
maximum weight capacity.
2. Review the following procedures carefully before
attempting lift; call Graham-Field Technical
Support at 800-347-5678 with any questions.
3. See the Sling Loop Options table at right to
determine the appropriate position.
4. See Figure 1 for correct positioning of sling on
spreader bar.
5. Position the sling behind the seated patient, with
the two red pads under the arms, as shown in
Figure 2.
6. Cross the padded belt over the patient's chest
and stomach area and secure it with the snap
buckle belt as shown in Figure 2.
7. Loop straps A and B through black strap C as
shown in Figure 3, and hook to corresponding
mast hooks a and b as shown in Figures 1 and 4.
Sling Loop Options
Long loop reclined position
Center loop semi-reclined position
Short loop most upright position
Long loop
Center loop
Short loop
Figure 1
AB
a
b
C
Figure 2 Figure 3
Figure 4

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8. Have the patient grasp handle bars and place feet on lift
platform with knees against black knee pad as shown in
Figure 5.
9. Do not lock caster brakes, in order to allow the lift to
properly balance weight.
10.Have the patient keep arms outside all loops and lean head
slightly back as shown in Figure 5.
11.Proceed with lift and transfer as shown in Figure 6.
Note: Optional Sit-to-Stand Buttock Strap (DSLSA9) shown
in Figure 6 offers extra support and attaches to spreader
bar extra loops below aand b.
MAINTENANCE
To clean sling, use a mild soap and water solution and a clean
cloth. Rinse with clear water, then allow to air dry.
Caution: Never use solvents, abrasive cleaners, or scouring
pads on any part of the sling.
WARRANTY
GF Health Products, Inc. offers a one-year limited warranty against manufacturer's defects on the
Sit-to-Stand Sling. If a product is deemed to be under warranty, GF Health Products, Inc. shall pro-
vide, at its option, (1) replacement of any defective part or product or (2) a credit of the original
selling price made to GF Health Products, Inc.'s initial customer. The warranty does not include
any labor charges incurred in replacement part(s) installation or any associated freight or ship-
ping charges to GF Health Products, Inc.
FEATURES
Torso Girth
Deluxe Sit-to-Stand Padded Sling
For use with LF2020 STS Lift. Cushioned sup-
port panels under the arm and lumbar areas
enhance patient comfort. Unique cross-over
strap and non-slip inner pad keep sling in
place and prevent it from riding up. Optional
Sit-to-Stand Buttock Strap (DSLSA9) is avail-
able for initial lift assistance.
DSLSA1 Small 1 ea
DSLSA2 Medium 1 ea
DSLSA3 Large 1 ea
DSLSA4 XX Large, Bariatric 1 ea
ITEM Size Torso Girth Maximum Weight Capacity
DSLSA1 Small 26" - 43" 400 lb
DSLSA2 Medium 29" - 48" 400 lb
DSLSA3 Large 36" - 59" 400 lb
DSLSA4 XX Large,
Bariatric
50" - 79" 600 lb
Figure 5
Figure 6