HUMAN CARE NSB-103 General Purpose Sling User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- HUMAN CARE
Table of Contents
HUMAN CARE NSB-103 General Purpose Sling
Important!
You must read the user manual for your device prior to usage. Keep this
booklet and information handy for future use.
Symbols
- WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury to the user or damage to property and/or the device itself.
- INFORMATION symbol indicates recommendations and information for proper, trouble-free usage.
- WEIGHT CAPACITY symbol indicates maximum user weight for the product. Do not exceed this weight in any circumstance.
- CE MARKING symbol indicates product meets requirements of EU Directive 93/42/EEC (MDD) and/or EU Regulation 2017/745 (MDR).
- MEDICAL DEVICE symbol indicates that the product is a medical device according to the definition of medical device in EU Directive 93/42/EEC (MDD) and/or EU Regulation 2017/745 (MDR).
- RECYCLE according to local regulations.
- READ INSTRUCTIONS and ensure you fully understand them before using this product.
Product modification is not per-mitted.
Before use, always check that the product is not damaged or worn.
Human Care’s products are continuously being developed and updated to provide
our customers with the highest quality.
We reserve the right to make design changes without prior notice.
Always make sure that you have the most recent version of the manual which is
available for downloading from our website at
www.humancaregroup.com.
Contact your local distributor if you have any questions about the product and
its use.
Notice to user/patient in case of serious incident
Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the product, should be
reported to the local contact, who reports to the manufacturer, and the
competent authority of the country in which the user/patient is established.
Safety Instructions
The process of lifting and moving a person always involves risks.
Therefore, you must read the user manuals for the lift and the lifting
equipment carefully.
Always make sure that the lifting equipment you are using is intended for use
with the lift.
As a care provider, you are responsible for the client’s safety and you must
know whether the client will be able to cope with the lifting process.
The sling must be fitted to meet the client’s specific needs.
If you are in any doubt, please contact the supplier.
- Carry out a careful visual inspection of the sling every time you use it.
- Check that the right sling is being used for the client. The model, size and material must meet the client’s needs.
- Plan the moving and lifting process so that it is as safe as possible.
- Before raising the client, check that the sling is correctly attached to the lift/hanger bar once the lift straps are stretched.
- It is important that the hooks of the hanger bar are in the correct position, with the opening of the hook facing upwards on both sides to securely hold the straps in place. Recheck the position of the hooks once the lift straps are stretched.
- It is important to always check that the loops are at the bottom of all hooks (see pictures) and securely placed below the locking pin on all hooks.
- Check that the client is sitting securely in the sling before starting to lift him/her.
- Check that the lift is balanced when moving, raising and/or lowering the client. If you are using a Human Care lift with telescopic hanger bar, it is important that the bar hooks are in the same position on both sides.
- Our slings have been designed and tested for indoor use with one client at a time and must only be used for transferring a person. This product is not a swing.
- Make sure no sharp objects are in contact with the sling.
General Description / Intended Use
Activity Sling
The Human Care Activity Sling 25100 makes
it possible for patients to stand up and move about, depending on their
individual ability. The Activity Sling is available in four children’s sizes.
The Activity Sling is made of polyester mesh. It has a neck support and
elasticated straps at the sides for maximum flexibility. The Activity Sling
25100 is designed for two-point suspension. The sling is made in polyester
mesh material and supplied with the shoulder support, part no. 25109.
Multi Sling
The Human Care Multi Sling 25105 can be used for a number of different
purposes, including: exercise, personal hygiene, dressing and und-ressing and
moving.
The Multi Sling (25105) consists of:
- 25106 Chest belt
- 25108 Groin support
- 25109 Shoulder support
Accessories
- 25145 Waist belt with Velcro fastening
- 25146 Waist belt with safety lock
- 25150 Neck cushion
- 25107 Hip belt
- 21180 Extension strap
Use the chest belt as a support during walking and balance exercises and when visiting the toilet and dressing or undressing the patient. Combine the chest belt with the groin sup-port for additional support and safety. When working with people with serious functional impairments, for example stroke victims, use the hip belt with the sling. The Multi Sling 25105 is designed for two-, three- and four-point suspension.
Technical Specifications
It is crucial to use the right size of sling for the client.
To help differentiate our sizes, they are colour coded for quick
identification.
The colour code is found next to the sling’s label in the shape of a loop.
This loop can also be used to properly store or hang the sling.
Technical specifications
Item| Part no.| Material| Number
of straps
| Size| A (mm/ inch)| B (mm/ inch)| C
(mm/ inch)| Weight capacity
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
General purpose sling
single patient use
| NSB-105-S| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| S| 775 mm
/ 31”
| 838 mm
/ 33”
| 304 mm /
12”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use
| NSB-105-M| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| M| 972 mm
/ 38”
| 883 mm
/ 35”
| 425 mm /
17”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use
| NSB-105-L| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| L| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 1029 mm
/ 41”
| 533 mm /
21”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use
| NSB-105-XL| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| XL| 1334 mm
/ 53”
| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 679 mm /
27”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling reusable| NSB-103-S*| Polyester net| 8 straps| S| 775 mm
/ 31”
| 838 mm
/ 33”
| 304 mm /
12”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling reusable| NSB-103-M*| Polyester net| 8 straps| M| 972 mm
/ 38”
| 883 mm
/ 35”
| 425 mm /
17”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling reusable| NSB-103-L*| Polyester net| 8 straps| L| 1143
mm
/ 45”
| 1029 mm
/ 41”
| 533 mm /
21”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling reusable| NSB-103-XL*| Polyester net| 8 straps| XL| 1334
mm
/ 53”
| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 679 mm /
27”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
reusable bariatric
| NSB-109-2XPH*| Polyester net| 8 straps| Bariatric| 775 mm
/ 31”
| 838 mm
/ 33”
| 304 mm /
12”
| 454 kg/ 1000 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use with clips
| NSB-104C-S| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| S| 775 mm
/ 31”
| 838 mm
/ 33”
| 304 mm /
12”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use with clips
| NSB-104C-M| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| M| 972 mm
/ 38”
| 883 mm
/ 35”
| 425 mm /
17”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use with clips
| NSB-104C-L| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| L| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 1029 mm
/ 41”
| 533 mm /
21”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
single patient use with clips
| NSB-104C-XL| Non-woven poly- propylene| 4 straps| XL| 1334 mm
/ 53”
| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 679 mm /
27”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
reusable with clips
| NSB-103C-S| Polyester| 4 straps| S| 775 mm
/ 31”
| 838 mm
/ 33”
| 304 mm /
12”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
General purpose sling
reusable with clips
| NSB-103C-M| Polyester| 4 straps| M| 972 mm
/ 38”
| 883 mm
/ 35”
| 425 mm /
17”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
reusable with clips
| NSB-103C-L| Polyester| 4 straps| L| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 1029 mm
/ 41”
| 533 mm /
21”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
General purpose sling
reusable with clips
| NSB-103C-XL| Polyester| 4 straps| XL| 1334 mm
/ 53”
| 1143 mm
/ 45”
| 679 mm /
27”
| 318 kg/ 700 lbs
- Only distributed in USA
Product Label
The label on the sling contains the following information:
- Human Care company logo
- This way up arrow and marking the center line of the sling
- CE and MD marking
- Product name and size
- Picture showing the sling in use
- Part number
- Safe Working Load
- “This side facing out” – outside of the sling, not in touch with the client
- Manufacturer
http://www.humancaregroup.com - Date and country of production
- Instruction labels
- Do not use fabric softener
- Visual inspection
- Latex Free
- Read the manual before use
- Serial number
- Washing instructions
- Machine Wash Temperature
- Do Not Bleach
- Tumble Dry, Low Heat
- Do Not Dry Clean
- Never Iron
- Owner name. (For example, write the client’s name or another unique identifier)
- Indicate bi-annual inspection
- UDI: (01) EAN/GS1/GTIN (11) manufacturing date (21) serial number
- Unique Product Code
General Purpose sling
Suspension Alternatives
Our slings are designed with the premise that all people are different with
varying lifting requirements, needs or desires.
To make all our clients feel as comfortable as
possible in our slings, most of them can be used with 2 or 3-point
suspensions. Some slings can also be used with a 4-point suspension. Below the
options are displayed.
2-point suspension
Suitable for most lifting situations providing a good seating position.
2-point suspension is available with floor lifts, fixed and portable ceiling
lifts.
Two-point suspension with crossed leg support: Thread the strap on one leg
section through the strap on the other leg section before attaching them to
the hanger bar.
3-point suspension
Offers an elongated sitting position and more even weight distribution.
The 3-point suspension is suitable especially for clients carrying an
increased risk of pressure sores or who need additional space for the upper
body.
Thread the left leg section through the loop on the right leg section. Attach
the leg section lifting straps to the leg hooks and the back section lifting
straps to the lift.
4-point suspension
A spacious sitting position making it suitable for larger clients or when
using a stretcher.
4-point suspension is available with both fixed and portable ceiling lifts or
floor lifts.
Hanger Bars for Human Care Lifts
| Accessory | Description | Part no. |
|---|---|---|
| 2-point hanger bar | For stationary lift HeliQ. 3 widths: | 35 cm/13,8”: 72754 |
45 cm/17,7”: 72755
60 cm/23,6”: 72757
2-point hanger bar| For portable lifts Roomer S / Altair, 2 widths:| 45
cm/17,7”: 55751
55 cm/21,7”: 55764
4-point hanger bar| For stationary lift HeliQ| 92938
4-point suspension| 4-point suspension accessory (49 cm). Enables 4-point
lifting with the Altair and Roomer S lifts. The suspension bar is placed on
the lift’s single leg hook.| 55619
Compatibility
Human Care Group slings are designed for use with all Human Care lifts and
hanger bars.
The products are also compatible with products of other suppliers utilizing
the same attachment method for securing slings to a hanger bar and lift.
However, due to the wide range of products worldwide, Human Care cannot be
responsible for any errors that may result from improper use or application of
combinations of slings, hanger bars and lifts of other suppliers.
The use of the combined system is at the prescriber’s own risk and liability.
To ensure the safety of the client and caregiver, Human Care recommends the
following mini-mum requirements:
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When using slings with lifts and hanger bars, made by manufacturers other than Human Care, the combined system needs to be designed with the same sling attachment method for the hanger bar of floor lifts and ceiling lifts, meaning loop style slings are combined with a loop style hanger bar, clip style slings are combined with a clip style hanger bar.
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The involved patient lifts and sling must be CE marked in accordance with the medical device directive, MDD 93/42/ EEG and/or MDR 2017/75 and comply with standard requirements for patient lifts as stated in EN ISO 10535.
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The caregiver must follow the manufacturer’s instruction manuals and recommendations with respect to the use, care, client, caregiver, cleaning, and inspection of the slings and lifts.
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Different products on the assembled lift system: i.e., lift, hanger bar, sling, scale and other accessories may have different max. loads. It is always the lowest maximum allowable load indicated for the respective products and the system that applies for the entire system.
Always check the markings on all individual products in the system. -
Individual risk assessment, including a practical test of the system and validation with the specific combination used are required to affirm that the size of the sling is correct for the intended use and compatible to the width and design of the hanger bar. The combined system needs to be documented by the competent assessor.
If there are any questions, please contact your local Human Care office or distributor.
Sling Application
Lifting the patient from a lying position
- Stand behind or to the side of the patient and hold the sling with label facing up and away. Work the sling down the back, the bottom edge should be placed behind the patient´s coccyx.
- Pull the leg sections through to the front. Raise each leg and pull the leg sections under patient´s legs.
- Lower the hanger bar and securely attach straps (please see page 2). There are different ways to attach the loops to a hanger bar and to position the legs. This sling can be used both with 2-, 3- or 4-point hanger bars. The image above shows attachment to a 4-point hanger bar with legs in a divided position. Please see chapter “positioning the legs” to the right for the different options when using a 4-point hanger bar. For attachment of this sling to a 2-point or a 4-point hanger bar, please see chapter “attaching sling to hanger bars” to the right.
- Continue lifting the patient. It is a good idea to put your arm around the patient while you are moving him/her to create a greater sense of security.
Applying the sling from a lying position (NSB-103 used as reference)
- Stand to side and turn the patient to face you. Place gathered sling behind back with label facing up and away.
- Turn the patient on back and pull gathered sling towards you.
- Bring the leg sections underneath the thighs to achieve the desired positioning of the legs.
- Lower the hanger bar and securely attach straps (see page 2) with appropriate loop.
For sling with clips: Attach the leg section lifting clips to the lifting frame. Turn the lift around and attach the back section lifting clips to the lift frame.
Positioning the body
To achieve the upright position, use the short loops of the head and shoulders
and the long loops of leg straps.
To achieve the reclined position, use the middle or long loops of the head and shoulders straps and the middle or short loops of leg straps.
Positioning the legs (4-point hanger bar)
To achieve the open position, bring the leg sections up between the thighs and
attach the leg straps to the hanger bar.
To achieve the divided position, bring the leg sections up between the thighs, thread one leg strap through the bottom opening of other (left) and attach the leg straps to the hanger bar cross over style.
For a more relaxed position, attached to the center hook of the hanger bar.
To achieve the closed position, pull one leg band than the other underneath both thighs and attach to the hanger bar.
Attaching the General purpose sling to hanger bars
| 2-point hanger bar | 3-point hanger bar | 4-point hanger bar |
|---|
Sling with 8 straps:
Starting from head, the 3 top straps on the left attached on left side, repeat on the right side. The 2 leg straps should be attached to the hook on each side.
| Sling with 8 straps:
Starting from head, the 3 top straps on the left – attach on left side, repeat on right side, the 2 leg straps (right and left) – attach to the leg hook.
| Sling with 8 straps:
Each hook should have 2 straps attached. The
bottom 2 leg straps can be crossed for increased comfort.
Sling with 4 straps:
Starting from head, the 1 top strap on the left attach on left side, repeat on right side(1), The 2 leg straps should be attached to the hook on each side.
| Sling with 4 straps:
Starting from head, the 1 top strap on the left – attach on left side, repeat on right side(1).
The 2 leg straps (right and left) attach to leg hook.
| Sling with 4 straps:
Each hook should have 1 straps attached. The
bottom 2 leg straps can be crossed for increased comfort.
Care Instructions
Check for wear and tear
Check the sling for wear and tear. It is important to check the fabric, the
edging, the seams and the lifting straps.
Damaged lifting equipment must not be used.
Cleaning
Human Care slings are intended for individual use. To avoid infections or transmission of bacteria, it is important to clean the slings properly. All slings should be machine washed and dried as soon as possible. Slings should always be cleaned after use in a wet situation.
Always refer to the label of the sling before washing.
Periodic inspection
A periodic inspection must be carried out at least every 6 months. See Human
Care’s peri-odic inspection log which can be found on our website at
www.humancaregroup.com
Product lifetime
The product´s expected lifetime 3 years or 150-180 times washing, if the
product is used as intended and maintained according to the manufacturer´s
instructions, depending on the intensity of use and maximum load applied
during use. If the product label is no longer legible, the product should be
discarded.
Warranty and support
If you need information or support, please contact your Human Care office, www.humancaregroup.com, or distributor.
Recycling
Once the product has reached the end of its life, it should be disposed
according to your country’s rules, especially for the separate collection of
electrical and electronic products.
Correct disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and
human health.
General Purpose sling
Disinfection Procedure
Human Care slings are intended to be used with one patient at a time.
To avoid possible trans-mission of infectious diseases, it is important to
clean the sling if it has become soiled or if it is to be used by a different
patient.
| Approved Disinfectants | Solutions to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Chemical Disinfection: 70% Ethanol, 45% isopropanol or similar | Steam |
sterilization
Thermal Disinfection: Wash 65°C (149°F) for a minimum of 10 minutes1| Iodine
based disinfectants
Thermal Disinfection: Wash 71°C (160°F) for a minimum of 3 minutes1| Gas
sterilization
Note: Add 8 minutes to both thermal disinfection options to ensure heat has
penetrated the fabric. Finish with a rinse cycle.1|
1 Ref: HSG (95) 18: Hospital Laundry Arrangements for Used and Infected Linen, Department of Health, NHS (National Health Service, England)
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