Vancare Vanturn User manual

Vanturn
SWL: 150 kg/330 lbs

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The Vanturns are used indoors for shorter transfers between wheelchair and bed, wheelchair and toilet/portable toilet/
wheelchair or chair/armchair. Vanturns can also be used to aid repositioning farther back in the chair. The Vanturn is
designed for easy manoeuvring and use in confined spaces. They are easy to assemble and disassemble in just two
sections for easier transport and storage.
Visual inspection
Check the condition and function of the assistive
device regularly. Always inspect the product after
laundering. Check to ensure that seams and material
are free from damage. Check to ensure that fabric
is not worn or faded. If there are signs of wear, the
product must be discarded.
Always read the user manuals for all assistive devices used
during a transfer. Keep the user manual where it is accessible
to users of the product. Always make sure that you have the
right version of the user manual. The most recent editions of
user manuals are available for downloading from our
website, www.vancare.com.
Check Safety Always read the user manual
A. Push the rising ladder/
tube down into the mount-
ing fixtures on the chassis,
so that the height-adjust-
ment buttons are facing
towards the caregiver.
B. Insert the fixture knobs
and tighten. Check to
ensure that the fixture
knobs are securely tight-
ened before using the
Vanturn.
Assembly
• Vanturn is intended for shorter transfers.
• Vanturn can only be used on flat floor.
• The caregiver must always apply counter pressure in a safe
way when the user is standing up, sitting down and during the
actual transfer.
Special requirements and conditionsTransport
The chassis and raising
ladder can be carried
separately. Carry the
chassis by holding the
tube on the front end of
the product.
Transport, e.g., by car,
and storage are easy,
since the Vanturn can
be disassembled in two
pieces.
Note! Always perform a risk assessment before using
Vanturn. To transfer with Vanturn, the user must be able to:
• support weight while standing
• stand up and maintain balance (with support)
• grasp handles
• understand instructions
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Vanturn

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The feet are placed one on either side, see foot markings on base plate.
The user’s weight must be centred on the product’s support surface (all
weight between the wheels); i.e., the user must be in a standing position.
The user’s weight must not be outside of the support surface.
Chassis and placement of feet
Lower-leg support Brakes
There is a brake for each wheel. With your foot, press down
on the red marking on the brake plate. Press all the way
down.
To release the brake, press on the brake plate so that it
resumes its original position (green marking); ensure that
the wheels roll freely.
Testing standing function
Vanturn is ideal for testing a
user’s standing function in cases
where there is uncertainty as to
whether the user is able to rise
from a seat-ed to a standing
position.
Training standing function
Vanturn can be used to train the
user’s standing, sitting and sit-to-
stand function. To measure
improvement, use a stopwatch or
clock with a second hand to time
the user.
Transfers
Bed to wheelchair
Place the wheelchair at some distance from the bed to allow enough working space. Lock the wheelchair wheels. Place the
user’s feet on the base plate. The user grasps the raising ladder, leans forward, and then raises himself/herself.
Pull the Vanturn back somewhat, and then steer in towards the wheelchair.
Position the Vanturn close enough to enable good placement in the wheelchair. The caregiver applies counter
pressure before the user sits down.
Adjust the lower-leg support so that the upper edge of the
plate is about 3 cm/two fingers below the lower edge of
the kneecaps. Pull the two pins to loosen. Adjust to the
appropriate height.
Ensure that the pins lock securely into place. The lower-leg
support can also be adjusted laterally.

Farther back in the chair
If the user slides forward in the wheelchair, the Vanturn can be used to help the user to slide farther back in the chair.
Remove/raise the wheelchair foot plates, and then run the Vanturn in towards the wheelchair. The user places his/her
feet on the foot plate, grasps the raising ladder, leans forward, and then lifts from the seat. The caregiver provides
counter pressure. Slide the user farther back in the chair when he/she has lifted slightly from the seat.
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Brake the wheels on the Vanturn. The user then
leans forward and grasps the handles on the
Vanturn. The caregivers then grasp the handles on the
Vanturn belt.
Vanturn belt allows different gripping alternatives,
and helps and encourages the user to lean forward.
One caregiver helps the user to lean forward and pro-
vides support during raising.
Using VanTurn Belt together with VanTurn
See manual for Vanturn Belt.
Vanturn Belt is used for raising from a seated to a standing position, and for support in the standing position in
combination with the use of Vanturn transfer platform. Vanturn Belt has a more rigid lower section for easy application
and an elastic upper section for a better and more comfortable fit. Vanturn Belt has several gripping alternatives and a
locking strap for extra support and safety in connection with the use of the Vanturn platform.
Two caregivers with Vanturn Belt One caregiver with Vanturn Belt
Fasten the clasp without tensioning the strap. A click is heard
when the clasp is secured.
Brake the wheels on Vanturn.
The caregiver encourages the user to lean forward while
providing support during raising by grasping either a handle
or the strap.
The user leans forward and grasps the handles on Vanturn.

VAN-TURN Skills Observation Assessment
Staff Member Observed ___________________________________________ Date _____________
PROCEDURE - DID THE EMPLOYEE:
Determine if the Van-Turn is appropriate for the resident?
Physical and cognitive guidelines:
• Patient able to weightbear to actively participate in standing position
• Patient is aware of surroundings and able to follow directions
• Patient is not combative or agitated
Have the required number of staff members present? (2)
Select the correct size belt?
Inspect the belt and Van-Turn and proper operation?
Perform environment assessment and move objects that would impede operation of the Van-
Turn? (floor cleared of wiring/cords, clothing, avoidance of elevated door sills, sloped surfaces)
Correctly position the belt around the lower abdomen and secure with the Velcro strap?
Adjust the Van-Turn Shin Pads up/down to be just below the knee(s), wider/narrower, and
pivoting to support a leg that should not be involved in the transfer?
Move the lift into position in front of the resident, feet in the proper place?
Properly using the wheel brakes before lifting.
Tell the resident what you are doing.
Utilize proper 2-person lift assist of the resident using the two padded handles on the belt,
followed by securing the safety strap around the center post and buckling to the belt, and
adjusting the tension of the safety strap to maintain the desired posture of the resident?
Release the wheel brakes while moving the Van-Turn?
Move to the next seated position, reapplying the wheel brakes and telling the resident what is
going to happen?
Release the safety strap buckle while using the two padded handles of the belt to maintain
stability of the resident?
Lower the resident to the desired seated position while wheel brakes are engaged?
Release the wheel brakes to remove the Van-Turn, assisting the resident’s feet off the foot
plate?
Remove the Van-Turn belt, thanking the resident for his/her help and cooperation?
Examine the belt to determine if it is clean and ready for next use?
Make certain the resident is safe and comfortable before leaving?
Refer to Operator’s Manual for more detailed description of transfer technique.
Pass Fail
Observations __________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Observer’s Name _______________________________________________________________
Observer’s Signature ____________________________________________________________