molift BM30599 UnoSling Repositioning Sheet User Manual
- June 10, 2024
- molift
Table of Contents
Molift
UnoSling
Repositioning Sheet
User manual
Labels and symbols
Symbols:
| Manufacturer
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| CE marked
| Refer to user manual
YYYY-MM-DD| Date of manufacture. YYYY-MM-DD (year/month/date)
| This Way up, this side is outside
| max user weight
| Medical device
| Single patient – Multiple use
****| UKCA marked
| Do not wash
| Do not tumbledry
| Do not iron
| Do not dry clean
| Do not bleach
Molift UnoSling Repositioning Sheet
The Molift UnoSling Repositioning Sheet is a consumable for single patient
use. The sling is suitable for users that require a high level of support with
transfer within and around the bed. It is designed for lifting or
repositioning in supine position, lateral transfer or in connection with
change of linen.
The sling is used for positioning up towards head of bed/ stretcher or
exam/diagnostic/imaging table, side to side transfers, centering in bed,
turning user to sidelying or rolling user sideways and turning user for
pressure relief. The sling can be used to lift a patient from floor to
bed/stretcher.
The sling has five straps on each side. The straps have several length options
to be able to adapt for the needs of the individual user when transferring in
different situations.
Definition
The person described as “the user” in this Instruction for Use is the person
who is lying in the product. ”The carer” is the person who applies the
product.
Intended purpose
To be used with a hoist for lifting one specific user, who requires support to
be repositioned or lifted for a short time in lying position between 2 beds or
similar.
Intended target group
Used for users who require support to be repositioned or lifted in lying
position for a short time; e.g. persons with limited ability to move and who
require body support during transfers. Not an exhaustive list.
Intended environment
For indoor use in acute care, long term care, home care.
Indications
The device can be used for children, adults and elderly people when there is a
need for a patient specific product.
The target group for the device is based on individual health and mobility
function, and not a specific diagnose or age.
Contra indications
Make sure the sling fits the user.
Not suitable to be left under users at risk for pressure injuries.
The sling is non-washable and should be disposed when dirty or when user
leaves the facility.
The Molift UnoSling Repositioning Sheet is a consumable for ingle patient use,
it has a limited service life.
Write the user’s name and the date on the product label before using the
product.
Ensure that no pointed or sharp objects come into contact with the sling.
Avoid pulling hard on the sling when applying it to or removing it from the
user.
The Molift UnoSling Repositioning Sheet should be taken out of use:
- when it has become dirty or damp, or if there is a risk that the sling has been exposed to contamination;
- if it has been damaged;
- when the user no longer requires it.
The sling should be disposed of in accordance with applicable procedures for
the health care facility.
Things to remember
- Read through the manual before starting to use the sling.
- It is important to understand the contents of the user manual before using the equipment. Read the manual for both hoist and sling.
- Molift slings shall only be used to lift persons. Never use the sling to lift or move objects of any kind.
- Make a decision on whether one or more assistants are required. Plan the lifting operation in advance to ensure that it is as safe and smooth as possible. Remember to work ergonomically.
- Lifting and transferring a person always involves a certain risk. Only informed personnel should use the equipment described in this user manual. If the maximum load (SWL) differs between the sling bar and the sling, the lowest maximum load should always be used.
- Carry out a risk assessment and document it. As the assistant, you are responsible for the safety of the user.
- Never leave a user unattended in a lifting situation.
- Make sure that the wheels on the stretcher, bed, etc. are locked during the movement.
- Remove the sling carefully to ensure that there is no sudden fall.
The following inspection should be carried out daily or before use
- The user must have the bodily functions required for the use of the sling.
- Make sure the sling is suitable for the hoist/sling bar to be used.
- Check that the sling has no visible damage or faults.
Sling checkpoints
| Checkpoint | Troubleshooting |
|---|
1 Straps on left and right
side are leveling equal.| If the straps are unequal, the user’s weight will
not be evenly distributed and can result in a fall.
2 User’s head is in correct a
position.| If the user’s head is not supported by the sling or a pillow the
head may fall backwards suddenly.
3 User has a comfortable
supine position in the sling| Make sure the user is comfortable and that the
head is not in a position below the body’s center of gravity.
Lifting checkpoints
- Check that the sling is correctly fitted around the user and that the strap loops are correctly fitted to the sling bar hooks.
- Start lifting until the lifting straps are stretched without lifting the user. Ensure that loops of the sling are securely fastened to avoid the user slipping or falling out of the sling.
- Lift user, and perform transfer.
Be careful during movement, the user may swing during turns, stops and starts. Be careful when maneuvering close to furniture and similar to prevent the suspended user from colliding with these objects.
Positioning of the sling
- Sling positioned in the bed. Know proper placement of sling under the user, make sure head, shoulders, pelvis, and legs are supported by sling. Top of sling should be at top of head and bottom of sling is at the user’s feet. Insert pillow under user’s head and shoulders for added support and head comfort.
- Tuck straps under the mattress when they are not in use to avoid trip hazards.
Transfers: Bed <–> strecher and repositioning in bed
- Hook middle four straps (#2 and #3 straps) first, using loops of equal length on right and left side for #2 and #3 respectively.
- Hook knee and foot end straps (#4 and #5). Again raise enough to remove slack in straps to confirm loop placement. When using the product with the 8-point sling bar, use one unique hook for the head and middle straps (#1, #2 and #3) and hook knee and foot end straps (#4 and #5) to the fourth, bottom hook of the sling bar.
- Hook head straps (#1) by extending them out just enough to remove slack and apply the loop that best reaches the sling bar hook without flexing the user’s head forward.
- Lower siderails and bring two transfer surfaces together before lifting user out of bed. Make sure there are no gaps between the transfer surfaces.
- One staff member should be at the foot end of user to support ankles or feet when user is in the air. Raise the user to the desired clearance off of surface. Move the user in the desired direction in bed/ surface if repositioning, centering, etc. or move user off of surface to the desired surface such as bed to stretcher etc. Lower user, unhook straps, and tuck straps under mattress in to prevent staff and user tripping over. To reposition user up in bed use the same hook technique.
Turning user
- Hook all five straps of one side of the sling to the sling bar.
- Prepare the patient for the turning, put the pillow into the place for the new position. Prepare leg and arm for the turning. Raise the sling bar and make sure user is turning gently to side.
- Unhook all straps and tuck them in under mattress in to prevent staff and user tripping over. Raise the bedrails.
If using the 4-point sling bar to turn a user it is critical that you attach
the sling diagonally on each side of the centre point. Do not attach the sling
on only one side of the sling bar.
Do not stand close to the sling bar when turning in case it tilts suddenly.
The Molift UnoSling Repositioning Sheet, as described in this manual, is CE labelled and complies with the Council of Europe’s directive on medical devices MDR (EU) 2017/745, class 1, and has been tested and approved in accordance with the EN ISO 10535:2021 standard.
This symbol indicates especially important safety information.
Follow these instructions carefully.
Do not wash. If the sling is washed, this symbol disappears and another symbol
appears. The sling should then be disposed of.
Do not use. If this symbol appears the sling has been washed and should be
disposed of.
The sling should not be stored in direct sunlight.
Safe Working Load (SWL): 500 kg (1100 lbs)
Material: Polyester, Cotton
2-point sling bar, steel
Medium Art. no.: 1831002
2-point sling bar, steel
Large Art. no.: 1831001
2-point sling bar
Medium Art. no.: 2530120
2-point sling bar
Large Art. no.: 2530125
4-point sling bar, steel
Art. no.: 2510435
8-point sling bar, steel
Art. no.: 2140003
Item no.| Sling model| Size
Width x Length
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3200020| Molift UnoSling Repositioning Sheet Single-patient sling, consumer
item| 135cm x 215 cm
Visit www.etac.com to download documentation to ensure that you have the latest version.
****UK responsible person:
Etac Ltd, Unit 60
Hartlebury Trading Estate
Hartlebury Kidderminster DY10 4JD
Etac A/S
Parallelvej 3
DK-8751 Gedved
www.etac.com
References
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