Graham Field Lumex FMC114 User guide
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FULL-BODY SLING: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:Important!Readandunderstandtheseinstructionsbeforeassemblingorusing
theFull-BodySling.Ifyoudonotunderstandanypartofthesewarnings,cautionsor
instructions,contactahealthcareprofessionalfordirectionintheuseofthisproduct.If
theFull-BodySlingisnotproperlyapplied,personalinjuryanddamagetotheFull-Body
Slingcouldresult.
WARNING:
Ifcomponentsaredamagedormissing,contactyourGraham-Fieldauthorized
distributorimmediately.
WARNING:Carefullyinspecttheslingbeforeeachuseforwearanddamagetoseams,
fabric,straps,andstraploops.Torn,cut,frayedorbrokenslingscanfail,resultingin
seriouspersonalinjurytotheuser.Useonlyslingsthatareingoodcondition.Discardand
destroyold,unusableslings.
WARNING:DONOTexceedtheFull-BodySling'smaximumweightcapacity.
WARNING:NoticeforCaliforniaCustomers-CaliforniaProposition65WARNING:
ThisproductcontainsachemicalknowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancerand
reproductiveordevelopmentalharm.
WARNING:GFHealthProducts,Inc.assumesnoresponsibilityforanydamageorinjury
causedbyimproperapplicationoruseofthisproduct.
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 678-291-3207 with any questions.
3. See the Sling Loop Options table at right to determine the appropriate
position.
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4
acbd
AB
CD
4. See Figure 1 for correct positioning of sling on spreader bar.
5. Position the sling under and behind the patient's back with the color adjustment strap on outside. Drape
A and B over the shoulders as shown in Figure 2.
6. Carefully, with help from another caregiver, if needed, pull the sling portion C and D forward to the bend of
the knee as shown in Figure 2.
7. Hook sling loops A and B to spreader bar a and b as shown in Figure 3.
8. Hook sling loops C and D to spreader bar c and d as shown in Figure 3.
9. Do not lock caster brakes, in order to allow the lift to properly balance weight.
10. Proceed with lift and transfer as shown in Figure 4.
Sling Loop Options
Long loop reclined position
Center loops semi-reclined position
Short loop most upright position
Long
loop
Center
loops
Short
loop
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MAINTENANCE
To clean sling, use a mild soap and water solution and a clean cloth. Rinse with clear water, then allow to
air dry.
s NOTICE:DONOTusebleach,solvents,abrasivecleaners,orscouringpadsonanypartof
thesling.
WARRANTY
GF Health Products, Inc. offers a six-month limited warranty against manufacturer's defects on the Full-Body
Sling. If a product is deemed to be under warranty, GF Health Products, Inc. shall provide, 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 shipping charges to GF Health Products, Inc.
The warranties contained herein contain all the representations and warranties with respect to the subject
matter of this document, and supersede all prior negotiations, agreements and understandings with respect
thereto. The recipient of this document hereby acknowledges and represents that it has not relied on any
representation, assertion, guarantee, warranty, collateral contract or other assurance, except those set out
in this document.
FEATURES
Mesh Full-Body Commode Sling
Quick-draining/drying mesh fabric offers full
head and neck support. For use with 4-point
spreader option. Designed to meet the
requirements of HCPCS Code E0621.
FMC114 Medium 1 ea
FMC115 Large 1 ea
FMC116 X Large 1 ea
FMC141 Heavy Duty, XX Large 1 ea
Solid Full-Body Sling
Fully-padded fabric offers a soft, yet support
surface. Offers full head and neck support. For
use with 4-point spreader option. Designed to
meet the requirements of HCPCS Code E0621.
F112 Medium 1 ea
F113 Large 1 ea
F117 X Large 1 ea
Mesh Full-Body Sling
Quick-draining/drying mesh fabric offers full
head and neck support. For use with 4-point
spreader option. Designed to meet the
requirements of HCPCS Code E0621.
FM110 Medium 1 ea
FM111 Large 1 ea
FM140 Heavy Duty, XX Large 1 ea
Body
Length
Body Width
Body
Length
Body Width
Body
Length
Body Width
Commode
Opening
to Top
of Back
ITEM Size Body
Width
Body
Length
Commode Opening to Top of Back
(FMC114, FMC115, FMC116, FMC141 only)
Maximum Weight
Capacity,
EVENLY DISTRIBUTED
FM110, F112, FMC114 Medium 42 3/4"50 3/4"34 3/4"450 lb
FM111,F113, FMC115 Large 44 3/4"54 1/4"38" 450 lb
FMC116, F117 X Large 44 3/4"60 1/4"43" 450 lb
FM140, FMC141 Heavy Duty, XX Large 42" 51" 41 1/2"600 lb
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