Steiss Uniflex Deluxe User manual

SteissTM
Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling
USER MANUAL

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Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling
Introduction
The Uniex Deluxe with HS sling is a general-purpose sling, incorporating the popular Silkt material on
the back and leg sections. This low-friction material ensures the sling is easy to apply and reduces the
risks associated with tissue viability. The sling incorporates ‘reex’ shoulder straps as standard, providing
automatic adjustment for clients who have a lack of seat control or are prone to extensor spasm.
Special Sling Orders
On occasions, material, dimensional and other changes outside of the standard specication are requested.
Please be advised, that aside of any model specic references, tting, washing and safety guidelines
remain applicable. If you are in any doubt, please contact Blueleaf Ltd.
Statement of Intended Use
A sling is an item of moving and handling equipment that is used with a mechanical lift in order to facilitate
the transfer of a patient. It comprises a specially designed and constructed piece of fabric that is placed
under and/or around a patient before being attached to the spreader bar/cradle of a lift to raise, transfer and
lower the patient. When selected and used correctly, a sling and lift combination will achieve a safer transfer
and reduce the risks associated with manual handling.
It is the responsibility of a competent person to conduct a thorough risk assessment prior to using any
sling, to ensure that the sling choice, method of positioning in the sling and procedure for transfer has been
correctly determined for the patient. For further guidance, please contact Blueleaf Ltd.
FOR USE WITH PASSIVE LIFTS ONLY.
Expected Service Life
The expected service life of a Steiss sling will vary dependent on use and following the care and washing
instructions provided in the user guide. Factors such as wash temperature, detergents, frequency of use
and patient weight will impact on the lifetime of your sling. Blueleaf Ltd recommends that slings are checked
each and every time prior to use to ensure the safety of the patient. Bleached, torn, cut, frayed or broken
slings are unsafe and must be discarded and replaced. It is a requirement under LOLER (Lifting Operations
and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) that slings are thoroughly checked and passed t for use. For
further advice, please contact Blueleaf Ltd.
WARNING
• For the safety of the patient and carer; before using a sling a full risk assessment must be
conducted to ensure that the correct sling choice, method of positioning in the sling and
procedure for transfer has been determined for the patient.
• CHECK sling and stitching before each use. Using bleached, torn, cut, frayed or broken
slings is unsafe and could result in serious injury or death to the patient.
• DO NOT alter slings. Destroy and discard worn slings.
• NEVER leave a patient unattended.
• DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the sling or lift.
• DO NOT attempt to re-position a patient by pulling on the sling loops.

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Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling
How to Fit the Sling from a Seated Position
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3
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4
Make sure the positioning straps and sling identication
label are on the outside of the sling. Feed the sling
down the back of the patient, leaving the aperture
at the base of the spine. Check the sling is square
across the shoulders.
Whilst ensuring that the leg section is not twisted,
carefully feed it under and up between the patient’s
legs. Repeat this procedure for the other leg. Cross
strap A through strap B or utilise the dignity loop.
Pass strap C up through strap B then repeat for the
other leg using strap D through strap A. Check the
sling is smooth under the patient and the position
is comfortable.
Move the hoist into position and attach the leg straps
to the hooks on the spreader. Next attach the shoulder
straps to maintain an upright seated position as shown
in the diagram above. The lift may move towards the
patient as you do this. When reseating the client, use
the sling positioning handles to help achieve a safe
and comfortable position.
NOTE: Sling positioning handles are designed for
turning a patient only and must not be used for lifting.

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Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling
How to Fit the Sling from a Lying Position
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Roll the client onto the sling, ensuring that the sling
aperture is at the base of the spine.
NOTE: For added safety and support, Blueleaf Ltd
recommend the use of a head support when lifting
from the oor.
Carefully feed the leg sections under and up between
the patient’s legs, ensuring that the sling is positioned
comfortably and not twisted or creased under the
thighs. Congure the leg straps in the same manner
as with the seated position (step 3). Next, proceed
to attach the sling to the spreader bar in the same
manner as with the seated position (step 4).
NOTE: Blueleaf Ltd recommend slings are checked regularly and before use for fraying or damage.
IMPORTANT: ENSURE THAT YOUR CLIENT’S
HEAD IS SUPPORTED AT ALL TIMES DURING
THE TRANSFER.

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Uniflex Deluxe with HS Sling
SIZE SWL
1227kg / 500lbs
2227kg / 500lbs
3227kg / 500lbs
4227kg / 500lbs
SIZE SWL
5227kg / 500lbs
6227kg / 500lbs
7227kg / 500lbs
8227kg / 500lbs
SIZE SWL
9227kg / 500lbs
10 227kg / 500lbs
11 284kg / 600lbs
12 284kg / 600lbs
Technical Specifications
STANDARD BS EN ISO 10535
Sizing & Safe Working Load
Washing Instructions
Machine wash at 85ºC.
DO NOT wash with bleach. Bleach will damage the sling’s material and make it unsafe for use.
Cool tumble dry, air dry or dry at very low temperature.
DO NOT dry clean.
85ºC
WARNING
Slings can suffer damage during washing and drying and should be checked carefully before
each use.
PLEASE NOTE: Additional slings are available to meet individual patient needs. We advise that
you always seek the advice of a trained clinician or Blueleaf Ltd prior to purchase or use.

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Additional Important Safety Information
Following Medical Device Alerts on other manufacturers’ slings, it is important that users of Steiss slings
always follow the instructions in the user manuals provided with each sling and also the labels which are
stitched into each sling.
In particular, it is critical to the safety of the patient that the sling is checked each and every time prior to use.
Failure to do so may result in patient injury.
If any of the following faults are identied, the sling should not be used and immediately destroyed:
• There are signs of general wear and tear
• There is loose or broken stitching on any part of the sling (including the straps)
• There are worn areas on the attachment points
• There are discoloured areas
• There are areas of frayed or torn material
• There are areas of bleached material
• The label is illegible
Inspection is required on all areas of the sling. The following information provides some guidance on key
areas for inspection:
Example of a sling:
Key areas for inspection include:
1. Sling strap attachment point
2. Seams
3. Handle attachment points
4. End loops on sling straps
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1
1
1
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Cleaning Instructions are clearly detailed in the user manual and on the label stitched on the back of the sling.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in the sling becoming damaged and unsafe for use.
If you have any questions regarding these instructions please contact Blueleaf Ltd.
• Stitching on the sling straps on the sling body should be secure.
• Stitching is cross-stitched and not to be frayed.
Cross Stitching
• Typical seam stitching.
• Photograph shows example of correct stitching in place and not
frayed.
• Typical stitching on the main body of
the sling.
• Photographs show examples of
correct stitching in place and not
frayed.
A. Attachment of the strap to a net
style sling.
B. Example of correct stitching on
the colour binding.
AB
• Typical stitching of the end loops on
the sling straps.
• Stitching is cross-stitched and not to
be frayed.
• Ensure end loops are not worn or
frayed.
Stitching

6110363 Rev B • DCO19-0037
Joerns Healthcare Ltd
Worcestershire, WR10 2AG
Blueleaf Ltd
Charwood House, Wilberforce Way,
Oakhurst Business Park, Southwater,
Horsham, West Sussex
RH13 9RT United Kingdom
Tel: [phone]
[email protected] • www.blueleafcare.com