Invacare 9805 Manuel D’Utilisation
SECTION 6—ATTACHING SLING HARDWARE
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Attaching the Chains or Adjustable Straps to the Sling
CAUTION
When using either the chains or straps to connect the sling to the patient lift, the short-
est of the two sections of the chains or straps MUST be attached to the back section of
the sling. Using the long section will leave little or no support for the patient’s back.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.2 on page 25.
1. With the patient laying on his/her back and positioned properly in the sling, lay the
chains or straps on the bed next to the sling.
2. Place the short section of chain or strap parallel to the patient’s back.
NOTE: This will position the longer section of chain or strap from the waist to the mid section of
the thigh.
the thigh.
3. Insert the S-hooks on the ends of the chains or straps into the metal support bar of the
sling.
NOTE: The S-hook MUST be inserted through the hole in the support bar with the open end facing
away from the patient (Detail “B” FIGURE 6.2).
away from the patient (Detail “B” FIGURE 6.2).
NOTE: The O-ring of the chain assembly is the suggested location to attach to the swivel bar,
however, by changing to different links, you can reposition the patient into a reclining or more
upright position.
however, by changing to different links, you can reposition the patient into a reclining or more
upright position.
Metal Support Bars with
Openings for Chains or Straps
Strap Over Metal
Support Bar
DETAIL
“B”
DETAIL
“A”
DETAIL “C”