Hillrom Liko AmputeeSling 70 Manual

Product Descripon
Liko AmputeeSling is a safe, easy-to-use sling that has
been specially designed as an aid to liing paents with
high double-sided leg amputaons. We also recommend
AmputeeSling for paents who are not amputees, but who
tend to slide out of similar types of slings. AmputeeSling
may be appropriate for other paents, such as single-sided
amputees.
The leg supports are normally overlapped under both thighs.
The guide loops on the side of the sling assure correct
posioning of the leg supports and help to prevent the
opening for the seat from widening, thus providing added
security during liing.
A correctly ed and carefully applied AmputeeSling ensures
a high degree of comfort and a feeling of security for the
paent.
AmputeeSling Mod. 70 provides support for the enre back,
all the way up to the neck. Model 75 has a head support.
The arms are held inside the sling. For large paents or
people who are parcularly sensive to pressure around
the shoulders, we recommend a combinaon with Universal
Slingbar 600.
AmputeeSling Mod. 70 is available in dierent materials.
Since the paent does not normally remain in the
AmputeeSling aer the transfer, we recommend a polyester
sling. This material is very durable and is easy to work with,
due to its low fricon, which makes the sling easy to apply
and easy to remove. This modell is also available in net
polyester in cases where the sling is to be le in the chair
aer liing, or simply when you want a venlated alternave.
AmputeeSling Mod. 75 is available in polyester.
Both models have reinforced leg supports which distributes
pressure evenly and prevents the sling from creasing under
the thighs.
AmputeeSling can be applied and removed in either the
seated or horizontal posions.
”Cauon!” triangles are used to warn of situaons that demand extra care and aenon.
In this document, the person being lied is referred to as the ”paent” and the person helping them is referred to as
the ”caregiver”.
Mod. 70 Mod. 75
Before using lis and liing accessories, read the instrucons for both the sling and the li that will be used.
Instrucon guides can be downloaded, free of charge, at www.liko.com.
Liko™ AmputeeSling, Mod. 70, 75
Instrucon Guide
7EN160143 Rev. 4
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Liko AmputeeSling
Safety instrucons!
• The need for one or more caregivers must be determined
from case to case.
• Plan the li carefully to ensure that it is performed as safely
and conveniently as possible.
• Although Liko’s slingbars are equipped with safety latches,
parcular care should be taken. Before the paent is lied
from the underlying surface, but aer the straps have been
fully extended, make sure the straps are properly hooked to
the slingbar.
• Never li a paent higher above the underlying surface than
is necessary for the liing and transfer procedure.
• Check to ensure that the paent is sing securely before
starng the transfer.
• Never leave a paent unaended during a liing situaon.
• Make sure the wheels on the bed, gurney, etc. are locked
during the liing/transfer operaon.
1. Upper strap loop
2. Label
3. Serial number
4. Size marking
5. Center back strap
Liing from a seated posion
Place the sling behind the paent’s back,
with the label facing out.
Fold the lower edge over your ngerps
to make it easier to guide the sling into
posion.
With the palm of your hand, press the
lower edge of the sling down to the
paent’s tailbone. This is very important.
Correct posioning is facilitated if the
paent leans forward somewhat.
Pull the leg supports out alongside the
outside of the thighs. Helpful hint: By placing
your palm between the body and the sling,
you can guide the leg support’s lower edge
strap down to the seat. At the same me, pull
the leg support forward with your other hand
to remove any slack in the fabric.
Ensure that the lower edge of the sling
is taut against the buocks by carefully
pulling the leg support loops.
Place one leg support under both thighs,
guiding it far in towards the buocks.
Pass the leg support loop through the
guide loop on the inside of the sling.
6. Guide loop
7. Handle
8. Leg support
9. Lower edge
Mod. 70 Mod. 75
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5
6
7
8
9
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34
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6
7
The leg support on the side of the paent’s
shortest stump should be placed nearest the
body. If, for example, the right thigh has a higher
amputaon, the right leg support should be
placed before the le in order to avoid pressure
against the stump.
10. Leg support loop
1.
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4.
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Similarly, place the other leg support under
the rst and pass the leg support loop
through the guide loop on the outside of
the sling.
Liing to a seated posion
When posioning the paent in a chair, it is important that he/she is placed far enough back in the chair in order to sit comfortably and securely.
There are several ways to facilitate posioning. Avoid pulling hard on the handles!
Connect the upper strap- and leg
support loops to the slingbar and li.
Check to ensure that the paent is
sing comfortably and securely before
starng the transfer.
Important: Make sure the leg support loop
reaches as high as the upper strap loop.
If not, adjust the posion of the leg support.
Tilt the wheelchair at the same me as
the paent is being lowered, and allow
the paent’s buocks to slide down the
backrest to the seat of the chair.
Press the sides of the sling during lowering
to enable the paent to come to rest far
enough in on the seat.
Avoid pulling on the sling’s handles, since
they will not withstand excessive strain.
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If the bed is equipped for height adjustment, etc., use these
features to achieve the best funcon and ergonomics.
Start by raising the bed to a ”knuckle height” that is appropriate for
the caregiver(s).
Turn the paent towards you to prevent him/her from falling out
of bed. Place the long side of the sling as far as possible in under
the paent, with the lower edge level with the tailbone. Bunch the
sling together in a couple of folds and lay it so that its “central back
strap” is under the paent’s spine when he/she is gently turned
back. Carefully work the sling out from the opposite side.
Place one leg support under both thighs, guiding it far in
towards the buocks. See descripon on page 2, diagram 6.
Pass the leg support loop through the guide loop on the inside
of the sling. Do the same with the other leg support and pass its
strap loop through the guide loop on the outside of the sling.
Raise the headrest. Ensure that the leg support loop reaches as high
up as the upper strap loop. Connect the strap loops and leg support
loops to the slingbar and li. Make sure the paent is sing
comfortably before beginning the transfer.
Liing from a horizontal posion
Liing to a horizontal posion
Raise the head of the bed before placing the paent in the bed, as this is more comfortable for the paent.
Move the leg supports away and remove the sling by carefully pulling it up behind the back, or lower the backrest and turn the paent
on one side. Fold the sling under the back, carefully turn the paent back on the other side and pull out the sling.

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The paent is not properly posioned – what did we do wrong?
The sling may not have been pulled far enough down the back
during applicaon. The paent’s seat is hanging out and the
paent is leaning back too far.
Lower the paent and adjust the posion of the sling.
It is essenal that all the strap loops reach the same height
(are equally long) before liing begins, see page 3.
Liing with crossed leg supports
In some cases, it may be appropriate to li a paent who is not a leg amputee using AmputeeSling with ”crossed leg supports”.
Apart from the descripon below, the instrucons given here are not intended for that procedure. Instead, we refer you to the instrucons
for Liko Universal Sling Mod. 00 for Mod. 70, and Liko Original Highback Sling Mod. 20/21 for Mod. 75. Both sets of instrucons can be
downloaded from www.liko.com.
Liing with an open hip angle greater than 90°
For paents who need to be lied with an open hip angle, but who are not leg amputees, we recommend AmputeeSling size medium in
combinaon with Sling Cross-bar 670. Alternavely, Universal Slingbar 450 or 600 can be used in combinaon with Side bars.
AmputeeSling, medium with Sling Cross-bar 450 or 670. AmputeeSling medium with Side bars 450.

Liko AmputeeSling, polyester 3570114 S Small < 40 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling, polyester 3570115 M Medium 40-60 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling, polyester 3570116 L Large > 60 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling, net polyester 3570315 M Medium 40-60 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling HB, polyester 3575114 S Small < 40 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling HB, polyester 3575115 M Medium 40-60 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling HB, polyester 3575116 L Large 60-80 kg 200 kg (440 lbs)
Liko AmputeeSling HB, polyester 3575117 XL Extra Large > 70 kg 300 kg (660 lbs)
Overview, Liko™ AmputeeSling Mod. 70, 75
¹ NOTE! Indicated paent weights are just guidelines. Deviaons may occur.
² To maintain maximum load, li/accessories intended for the same load or more are required.
A sling that is too small may provide insucient support and may be dicult to apply.
If the sling is too large, the paent may risk slipping out of it.
Medical technical Class I product
Product Prod. No. Size Paent’s Weight¹Max. Load²
Laundering: See the sling’s product label.
Code:
+ 1 Best
1 Recommended
2 Possible
3 Not advisable
4 Inappropriate
Important!
Liing and transferring a paent always involves a degree of risk.
Study the instrucon guides for both li systems and accessories
carefully. A complete understanding of the contents of instrucons is
essenal. Only trained personnel should use the equipment.
Make certain that the li accessories are appropriate for the li you
are using and for the liing situaon. Exercise cauon and care when
using li equipment and accessories.
Univ.450+Side bars²)
Sling Cross-bar²)
Recommended combinaons of Liko
AmputeeSlings and Liko’s slingbars:
AmputeeSling, S mod. 70 & 75 1 3 1 1 1 1 1
AmputeeSling, M mod. 70 & 75 1 1 1 1 1 1 +1
AmputeeSling, L mod. 70 & 75 2 1 2 2 2 2 2
AmputeeSling, XL mod. 75 2 1 3 3 3 3 3
Sling bar 450¹) Universal 600
Sling Cross-bar 450²)
Sling Cross-bar 670²)
²) The sling’s leg supports are placed crosswise in front of the body, see
”Liing with an open hip angle” page 5.
Not intended for liing paents who are leg amputees.
Univ.600+Side bars²)
Liko's products are constantly being updated and rened. Liko reserve the right to change aspects of the products without prior noce.
Contact your local Liko representave for updated informaon and advice.
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Expected Life Time
The product has an expected life me of 1-5 years or more during normal use. Expected life me varies depending on, for instance, fabric, use
frequency, washing procedure, and weight carried.
Periodic Inspecon
The product must be inspected at least once every 6 months. More frequent inspecons might be required if the products are used or washed
more oen than normal. See Liko’s protocol Periodic Inspecon for the respecve product.
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¹) Sling bar 450 relates to Universal SlingBar 450 Prod. No. 3156075,
3156085, and 3156095, SlingBar Standard 450 Prod. No. 3156001, 3156003,
3156007, and 3156016, and also SlingGuard 450
Prod. No. 3308020 and 3308520 .
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SE-975 92 Luleå, Sweden
[phone]
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As a caregiver, you are responsible for the paent’s safety. You must
be well informed of the paent’s condion and ability to manage the
liing situaon.
Inspect the sling regularly, especially aer laundering. Check carefully
for wear and damage to seams, fabric, straps and strap loops. Never
use damaged accessories! When in doubt, contact the manufacturer
or supplier.