NRS Healthcare P11449 User manual

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USER INSTRUCTIONS
ATLAS ADVANCE SAFETY BELT
P11449 Small: Hip Size 90 - 105cm (35 - 41”) P11450 Medium: Hip Size 100 - 120cm (39 - 47”)
P11462 Large: Hip Size 115 - 140cm (45 - 55”)
General Safety Warning
Please make sure that you read and follow these
instructions carefully. Keep these instructions in
a safe place for future reference.
Maximum User Weight
24st
155kg
1. INTENDED USE
The transfer aid safety belt is designed to provide support to the user of the Atlas Advance Transfer Aid over
short distance transfers. It may also be used to assist the user rising from or lowering into a seated position,
provided a suitable risk assessment is completed.
Atlas Advance Safety Belt
2. SAFETY
Warning: The maximum user weight must not be
more than 155Kg (24st).
NRS recommend the user wears the safety belt at all
times during transfers.
Always perform a risk assessment prior to use,
particularly when using the safety belt to assist the
user when rising or lowering.
The user must be able to support their own weight
and maintain balance for prolonged periods of time.
Do not leave the user unattended when using the
product.
3. USING THE SAFETY BELT
3.1 Fitting the Safety Belt:
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1. Pass the belt loosely around the user.
2. Position the belt (1) under the users bottom so
the elasticated section (2) is positioned on the
lower back.
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3. Fasten the Velcro section (3) to secure the
safety belt.

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3.2 Raising the user (one person lift):
Note: This method can be used to assist the user to
stand or sit, where they need a little extra guidance.
It should only be done after carrying out a suitable
risk assessment.
1. Position the transfer aid in front of the seated
user and apply the brakes.
2. Make sure the safety belt is fully secure before
you attempt to lift the user (refer to Section 3.1).
3. Loop one side of the safety belt strap to the
button fastener on the handle frame.
Note: Make sure the safety belt has fully engaged
the button fastener.
Note: There are two button fastener heights. Choose
the height which gives the most comfortable belt
location for the user. The belt must be secured to the
button fasteners at the same height on each side.
4. Place one foot on the transfer aid to
counterbalance the user and hold the handle
nearest the fixed end of the safety belt.
5. Using the other (free) hand, hold the free end
of the safety belt strap and guide the user to a
standing position.
6. Pull the other belt strap taught and secure it by
looping over the corresponding button on the
handle frame.
Note: Make sure the safety belt has fully engaged
the button fastener.

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7. The transfer aid can now be used to transfer the
user over short distances (Refer to the transfer
aid user instruction section 5.3).
3.3 Lowering the User (one person lift):
1. Position the transfer aid in front of the seat and
apply the brakes.
2. Reverse the steps in Section 3.2.
3.4 Raising the user (two person lift):
Note: This method can be used to assist the user to
stand or sit, where they need a little more guidance
than can be provided by a single person lift described
in section 3.2. It should only be done after carrying
out a suitable risk assessment.
1. Position the transfer aid in front of the seated
user and apply the brakes.
2. Make sure the safety belt is fully secure before
you attempt to lift the user (refer to Section 3.1).
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3. Both carers must place one foot on the transfer
aid and hold the handle to counterbalance the
user.
4. Guide the user to a standing position using the
handles (4) on both sides of the safety belt.
5. Loop one side of the safety belt strap to the
button fastener on the handle frame.

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Note: Make sure the safety belt has fully engaged
the button fastener.
6. Pull the other belt strap taught and secure it by
looping over the corresponding button on the
handle frame.
Note: Make sure the safety belt has fully engaged
the button fastener.
7. The transfer aid can now be used to transfer the
user over short distances (Refer to the transfer
aid user instruction section 5.3).
3.5 Lowering the User (two person lift):
1. Position the transfer aid in front of the seat and
apply the brakes.
2. Reverse the steps in Section 3.4.
4. CLEANING
Refer to the label on the product for reference.
Machine wash up to 60°C using a mild detergent. Do
not steam clean.
Please check the suitability of the cleaning product
before use. Do not use abrasive cleaners or cloths
as these could permanently damage the surface and
invalidate any warranty.
Allow the product to fully dry prior to use/storage.
5. MAINTENANCE
Inspect the product regularly for signs of wear. Any
suspected faults or damage should immediately be
reported to the supplier and the product taken out of
use.
6. PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product should be thoroughly cleaned prior to
disposal.
This product can be disposed of through Local
Authority Household Waste and Recycling Centres
or through Local Trade Waste Collectors.
7. PRODUCT GUARANTEE
NRS Healthcare guarantee this product for a period
of 12 months, from the date of purchase, against
faulty materials and workmanship.
This guarantee does not cover; abuse, misuse,
interference or tampering with any part of the product.
Any guarantee issued by NRS Healthcare does not
affect your statutory rights.
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P11499-UI-3 28-04-2020