ALT-ST200 Alerta Move Assist Instruction Manual

ALT-ST200 Alerta Move Assist

IMPORTANT Before use ensure the product has been assembled according to the instructions in this manual. All operators should have received or read and understood the instructions for safe and proper operation of the Alerta MoveAssist standing transfer aid.

Product Features

The Alerta MoveAssist is a transfer assist unit which keeps the user actively engaged in the process. Transfer functions of all types are quick and require minimal caregiver assistance. Each unit is equipped with a crossbar where users can grasp and pull their self up into a standing position using their own strength. The padded split seats swing out allowing the user to stand up and board the unit. The caregiver then fl ips the split seats back into place to form a secure and comfortable seat for the user to sit on for the remainder of the transfer.
A patient or resident who qualifi es to use the Alerta MoveAssist must have enough leg and lower body strength to stand up and remain in the standing/sitting position. Adequate arm strength is required if the patient must use the crossbar. Users who satisfy these criteria and have diffi culty walking or present a potential for falling down will fi nd the Alerta MoveAssist a useful and safe transfer device. For patients who lack these requirements, a standaid hoist is recommended.
The Alerta MoveAssist standing transfer aid is suitable for the following types of transfers:

• Bed to Chair/Wheelchair
• Bed/Chair/Wheelchair to commode
• Room to Room

Assembly

Prior to assembly, unpack all parts from the shipping carton and check for any missing parts. Contact you dealer immediately if a part is missing.

Parts List

1. Cross Bar x 2
2.  Right Side Arm
3.  Left Side Arm
4. Side Support Arm x 2
5.  Knee Pad Support Bar
6. Knee Pad x 2
7. Seat x 2

Tools & Fasteners

• A1 8x Carriage bolt
• A2 2x Hex bolt
• A3 4x Hex screw
• A4 10x Washer
• A5 10x Lock washer
• A6 8x Lock nut
• A7 2x Plastic cap
• T1 1x Wrench
• T2 1x Allen key

Step By Step Assembly

• STEP ONE
  Place the base assembly on the floor and lock casters in place for ease of assembly.
  Insert the kneepads into the support bar and secure them in place with bolts and washers (A2 + A5 + A4) as indicated below.

• STEP TWO
  Cover the two bolt heads with black plastic caps (A7) to complete kneepad assembly.

• STEP THREE
  Install the kneepad assembly between the two side support arms as shown. Fasten in place with four  carriage bolts, nuts and washers.

• STEP FOUR
  Insert the two cross bars into the holes on the seat and handle bar  support units.
  Use the 4 hex screws (A3) with Allen key (T2) to tighten the completed assembly

• STEP FIVE
  Insert the kneepad side support assembly into the base slots and then insert the seat assembly into the kneepad and side support assembly.

• STEP SIX
  Use the remaining 4 carriage bolt assemblies to securely fasten the two sub assemblies to the base unit.
  All of the square shoulders of the bolts should be on the inside and the washers and lock nuts on the outside. (A1 + A4 +A5 +A6)

Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT Double check all assemblies for tightness and read operating instructions carefully prior to use.

Seat Usage Instructions

The two black molded seat units can be rotated upwards to allow for patient loading. Once the patient is in an upward standing position the split seats must be lowered down to form a complete two-sided seat. Always make sure each of the two seat components are properly lowered forming a complete seat prior to having the patient sit down.

• STEP ONE
  Raise the two split seat units up and parallel to the side of the MoveAssist as shown below.
  

• STEP TWO
  Have the patient positioned at the edge of the surface and move the standing transfer aid in front of the patient so that their feet are firmly on the platform and knees/shins are in contact with the two cupped knee/shin pads as shown below. The MoveAssist allows access around wider obstacles such as recliners. The base of the MoveAssist opens by stepping the foot pedal.

• STEP THREE
  Lock the casters by stepping on the caster clip and pushing down as shown below.

• STEP FOUR
  Have the patient grasp the cross bar closest to them and using their own strength pull themselves up into a standing position firmly on the platform as shown.

• STEP FIVE
  Lower both of the split seat units down into position to form a complete seat as shown.

• STEP SIX
  Have the patient lower themselves down onto the seat while keeping their knees/shins in the knee/shin pads and while still holding the cross bar with both hands as shown.

• STEP SEVEN
  Unlock the casters and place both hands on the cross bar furthest from the patient and move the standing transfer aid to the new surface. Make sure the patient is secure and in proper position as described in Step 6 above prior and during transfer as shown below.

Maintenance & Inspection

• The MoveAssist Standing Transfer Aid is a manual unit and therefore requires minimal maintenance on an ongoing basis. However to insure safety and proper use the following steps should be taken on a monthly basis.

• Check all bolt/nut assemblies to make sure they are tight and no wear and tear is evident. Replace and tighten any worn assemblies prior to using the MoveAssist.

• Check the two seat assemblies to make sure
  they are not worn or damaged and that the bolts are tight. Replace any worn or damaged seat components before using the MoveAssist.

• Check the casters to make sure they are in working order and are secured firmly to the MoveAssist. Replace any worn or damaged casters prior to using the MoveAssist.

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