Handicare 16023 ReadyBelt Transfer Aid Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
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Handicare 16023 ReadyBelt Transfer Aid
Ready for life is a series of assistive devices that are designed to give users the best possible conditions for living an active life on a daily basis. The products have been specially developed to meet the condi-tions for homecare and institutional care settings. Ready for life offers the right quality, the right function and the right performance at the right price.
ReadyBelt is a belt that is designed to provide the user with support and help during mobility training and different transfer situations. For the caregiver, ReadyBelt offers an ideal means of supporting the user during mobility training or visits to the toilet.
Functional inspection
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.
Mechanical load
Pull hard on the handles in different directions (1).
Fasten the belt, place one foot in it, and then pull on one of the handles
(2). Repeat the procedure with all handles.
Always read the instructions
Always read the manuals for all assistive devices used during a transfer.
Keep the manual where it is accessible to users of the product.
Do not leave the patient unattended during a transfer situation.
Size
Placement of ReadyBelt
- Apply the belt around the patient, below the waist but above the hips.
- Fasten the belt and tighten it.
Removing ReadyBelt
Release the clasp, first loosening any straps, and then remove the belt.
Using ReadyBelt
Caregivers can work in pairs or alone, depending on the patient’s needs, since
ReadyBelt has several vertical and horizontal handles.
Cross-grips at the back provide support and enable a good working stance (1
and 2).
When two caregivers are assisting, it is appropriate if one caregiver stands on each side, grasping the cross-grips at the back and holding the patient by the hand at the front (3).
ReadyBelt provides good support during transfers between wheelchair and bed (4).
Material: Polypropylene
Care of the product
Read the product label.
- Do not use rinsing agent.
- To prolong product life, avoid tumbledrying.
References
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