INVACARE DTEC012746 Standing Transfer Vest User Manual

: June 27, 2024
: INVACARE

Invacare® Standing Transfer Vest

Sling User Manual

This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference.

Invacare Standing Transfer Vest

1 Figures

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Fig. 4

1 General

1.1 Introduction

This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the product, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions.

Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice.

Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website.

If you find that the font size in the printed document is difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you.

In case of a serious incident with the product, you should inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your country.

Symbols in this Document

Symbols and signal words are used in this document and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words.

WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.

CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided.

Tips and Recommendations
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.

Other Symbols
(Not applicable for all manuals)

UK Responsible Person
Indicates if a product is not manufactured in the UK.

Triman
Indicates recycling and sorting rules (only relevant for France).

1.2 Service Life

Expected service life of the product is 1-5 years. Service life time varies depending on the fabric, frequency of use, laundering practices, and weight carried.

1.3 Warranty Information

We provide a manufacturer’s warranty for the product in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of Business in the respective countries.

Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from whom the product was obtained.

1.4 Limitation of Liability

Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:

Non-compliance with the user manual
Incorrect use
Natural wear and tear
Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party
Technical modifications
Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare parts

1.5 Compliance

Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of ISO 13485.

This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 Class I.

This product features the UKCA mark, in compliance with Part II UK MDR 2002 (as amended) Class I.

We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on the environment, locally and globally, is reduced to a minimum.

We only use REACH compliant materials and components.

Product-specific standards

The product has been tested and conforms to ISO 10535 (Hoists for the transfer of persons with disabilities) and all related standards.

For further information about local standards and regulations, contact your local Invacare representative. See addresses at the end of this document.

2 Safety

2.1 General Safety Information

WARNING!
Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury or damage.
- If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a health care professional or provider before attempting to use this equipment.
- Do not use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as user manual, service manual or instruction sheet supplied with this product or optional equipment.

WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury or damage.
- Do not make any unauthorized alterations or modifications to the product.
- Do not use the sling for any other purpose than to transfer an individual from one resting surface to another.

WARNING!
The maximum safe working load must not be exceeded
- Do not exceed the maximum safe working load of this product or other components of the lifting system. See documentation or the labeling for the stated maximum safe working load.
- The component with the lowest load limit determines the maximum safe working load of the entire system.

WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Ignition sources can cause burns or fire.
- Patient transfer must be performed with a safety space between the lift and possible ignition sources (heater, stove, fireplace, etc.).
- The patient and assistants must not smoke during transfer.
- The sling must not be placed over heat sources (heater, stove, fireplace, etc.).

CAUTION!
Compatibility of Slings with Attachment System
Invacare uses a common attachment system based on hooks and loops. Loops on the sling are attached to hooks on the lift.
- A risk assessment is always to be carried out by a professional prior to use of Invacare slings with lifts of other manufacturers.
- If you are in doubt about the use of Invacare slings with equipment of other manufacturers, contact your Invacare provider for advice.

2.2 Labels and Symbols on the Product

The labels are placed on the upper backside of the sling.

Symbols — Fig. 1

A Read user manual
B UK Conformity Assessed
C European Conformity
D Manufacturer
E Serial number
F Date of manufacture
G Lot number
H Unique Device Identifier
I Reference number
J Max. safe working load
K Do not bleach
L Tumble dry, low temperature
M Do not iron
N Washing max. 90 °C
O Medical device
P Field for patient name
Q QR code with link to instruction video

3 Product Overview

3.1 Intended Use

The Invacare Standing Transfer Vest is a non-rigid body-support unit to transfer an individual from one seating or standing position to another with the main purpose of assisted mobility training. The sling is intended to be combined with a stationary hoist fixed to ceiling using a loop to hook attachment with 2 connection points.

The sling is not intended to be left underneath the patient after the transfer.

Intended Users

The Invacare Standing Transfer Vest slings are intended to patients with the ability to stand up, with some degree of weight bearing ability and trunk control.

Indications

The slings are indicated for the transfer/gait training of patients with the ability to stand up, with some degree of weight bearing ability and with the following minimum degrees of body control:

Leg control / weight bearing ability| Hip control| Trunk control| Head control
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Good| Good| Good| Good

Contraindications

The sling is contraindicated for individuals who are not cooperative or are not able to understand and follow instructions.

Intended Operator

A healthcare professional or private person who has received proper training is the intended operator of this product.

3.2 Options

Extension loops - 20 cm or 30 cm length
Intended to be attached to the outer loops and extend the suspension straps of the sling for more reach or positioning options.
Groin Band - S or L
Intended to be attached to the sling and applied around the patients thighs, in order to keep the sling in place and prevent it from sliding upwards.

4 Usage

4.1 General Safety Information

WARNING!
Risk of injury or damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury or damage.
- Do not attempt any transfer without approval of the patient’s healthcare professional.
- Ensure that the patient is not prone to spasm or a risk assessment has been completed to address the possibility of forward pitching.

WARNING!
Risk of injury
Improperly attached or adjusted slings can cause the patient to fall or cause injury to assistants.
- See the user manual of the lift in addition and follow the instructions for safety and use.
- Check for proper sling attachment before starting the transfer.
- Check again for proper sling attachment when the straps are tensioned before lifting the patient off the surface.
- Do not use any kind of plastic back incontinence pad or seating cushion between patient and sling material that may cause the patient to slide out of the sling during transfer.
- Make sure that there is sufficient head support when lifting a patient.
- Position the patient in the sling as directed by the instructions provided with the sling.
- Adjustments for patient safety and comfort should be made before moving the patient.

WARNING!
Risk of injury
Usage of damaged slings can cause the patient to fall or cause injury to assistants.
- Bleached, torn, cut, frayed, or damaged slings are unsafe and could result in injury. Discard immediately.

To select the appropriate sling, a risk assessment must be performed by a healthcare professional. The risk assessment must consider:

The patient’s weight, size, physical ability and medical condition.
The type of transfer and the environment.
The compatibility to the other lifting equipment used.

For more information see the Invacare Sling Selection Guide.

4.2 Applying the Sling

Vest Application in Sitting Position

Lean the patient forward ensuring that he is well supported to reduce the risk of falling.
Slide the sling down behind the back of the patient in a central position until the upper edge is below the patients shoulder blades. Fig. 2
Lean the patient back against the sling. 4. Close the belt around the patients chest and make sure that it is well adjusted to the patient. Fig. 3

Positioning of Patient Arms

The arms of the patient must be placed between the attachment points of the suspension straps.

4.3 Sling Attachment to the Lift

The suspension straps of the sling are equipped with color coded loops providing different lengths. Match the loop colors of the corresponding straps on each side of the sling for an even lift of the patient.

Attach the desired loop of each strap to the corresponding hook on the ceiling hoist. Fig. 4

4.4 Removing the Sling

After completion of the transfer, detach the sling from the lift.
Reverse the procedure described in 4.2 Applying the Sling, page 5 .

5 Maintenance

5.1 Inspection

Daily Inspection Before Use

Inspection to be performed daily, before use and after each laundering:

Visually inspect the sling and check all parts for signs of damage, wear or potential failure.

Periodic Inspection

NOTICE!
Inspections must be performed by a qualified person who is well acquainted with the design, use and care of slings.

A periodic safety inspection of the sling must be performed at least every 6 months unless otherwise stated in local requirements.

A detailed safety inspection checklist is available from Invacare as a separate document.

LOLER Statement

The UK Health and Safety Executive’s Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, require any equipment that is used in the workplace to lift a load be subject to safety inspection on a six monthly basis. Please refer to the HSE web site for guidance www.hse.gov.uk.

The person responsible for the equipment must ensure adherence to LOLER regulations.

5.2 Cleaning and Disinfection

WARNING!
Risk of injury
Usage of damaged slings can cause the patient to fall or cause injury to assistants.
- After each laundering, inspect the sling for wear, tear, and loose stitching.

NOTICE!
Regular cleaning and disinfection prevents contamination.
Clean and disinfect the product
- regularly while it is in use,
- when it has been in contact with any body fluids,
- before using it for a new user.

NOTICE!
Always make sure that the product is completely dried before taking it into use again.

Cleaning Instructions

Launder and dry the sling according to the washing instructions on the label.

Frequent use of high temperatures and tumble drying can reduce the service life of the product.

We recommend the use of an ordinary household laundry detergent. Do not use softener.

For disinfenction, it can be done by using a disinfectant on cleaning procedure. Select a disinfectant that is compatible with the sling materials and follow the instructions of the disinfectant manufacturer.

6 After Use

6.1 Storage Conditions

The sling must be stored in dry conditions with a maximum relative humidity of 50% and without direct sunlight.

6.2 Reconditioning

This product is suitable for reuse. To recondition the product for a new user, carry out the following actions:

Inspection
Cleaning and disinfection

For detailed information, see 5 Maintenance, page 5 .

Make sure that the user manual is handed over with the product.

If any damage or malfunction is detected, do not reuse the product.

6.3 Disposal

Be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life.

Disassemble the product and its components, so the different materials can be separated and recycled individually.

The disposal and recycling of used products and packaging must comply with the laws and regulations for waste handling in each country. Contact your local waste management company for information.

7 Technical Data

7.1 Dimensions

Variant| Dimension [mm]| XS| S| M| L| XL|
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Standing Transfer Vest| A| 150| 150| 180| 180| 180
B| 750| 850| 950| 1050| 1200

7.2 Maximum Safe Working Load

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XS, S, M & L

| XL
---|---|---
| 200 kg |

250 kg

7.3 Materials

Material	Part
Polyester	Main fabric, straps, edge band (solid), main label (woven)
Polyamide	Edge band (net & spacer), secondary label
Polyurethane	Padding

The materials used are not flame retardant.

United Kingdom & Ireland:
Invacare Limited
Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed
Bridgend CF35 5AQ
Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 200
[email protected]
www.invacare.co.uk

Österreich:
Invacare Austria GmbH
Herzog-Odilo-Straße 101
A-5310 Mondsee
Tel: (43) 6232 5535 0
Fax: (43) 6232 5535 4
[email protected]
www.invacare.at

Italia:
Invacare Mecc San s.r.l.,
Via Marco Corner, 19
I-36016 Thiene (VI)
Tel: (39) 0445 38 00 59
[email protected]
www.invacare.it

Portugal:
Invacare Lda
Rua Estrada Velha, 949
P-4465-784 Leça do Balio
Tel: (+351) 225 193 360
[email protected]
www.invacare.pt

Belgium & Luxemburg:
Invacare nv
Autobaan 22
B-8210 Loppem
Tel: (32) (0)50 83 10 10
Fax: (32) (0)50 83 10 11
[email protected]
www.invacare.be

Schweiz / Suisse / Svizzera:
Invacare AG
Neuhofweg 51
CH-4147 Aesch BL
Tel: (41) (0)61 487 70 80
Fax: (41) (0)61 488 19 10
[email protected]
www.invacare.ch

Nederland:
Invacare BV
Galvanistraat 14-3
NL-6716 AE Ede
Tel: (31) (0)318 695 757
[email protected]
www.invacare.nl

Suomi:
Camp Mobility
Patamäenkatu 5, 33900 Tampere
Puhelin 09-35076310
[email protected]
www.campmobility.fi

Danmark:
Invacare A/S
Sdr. Ringvej 37
DK-2605 Brøndby
Tel: (45) (0)36 90 00 00
Fax: (45) (0)36 90 00 01
[email protected]
www.invacare.dk

España:
Invacare S.A.
Avenida del Oeste, 50 – 1º -1a
Valencia-46001
Tel: (34) 972 493 214
[email protected]
www.invacare.es

Norge:
Besøksadresse:
(Office adresses)
Invacare AS
Brynsveien 16
0667 Oslo
Tel: (47) 22 57 95 00
[email protected]
www.invacare.no

Sverige:
Invacare AB
Fagerstagatan 9
S-163 53 Spånga
Tel: (46) (0)8 761 70 90
Fax: (46) (0)8 761 81 08
[email protected]
www.invacare.se

EU Export:
Invacare Poirier SAS
Route de St Roch
F-37230 Fondettes
Tel: (33) (0)2 47 62 69 80
[email protected]
www.invacare.eu.com

France:
Invacare Poirier SAS
Route de St Roch
F-37230 Fondettes
Tel: (33) (0)2 47 62 64 66
[email protected]
www.invacare.fr

Norge:
Vareleveringsadresse:
(Storrage / Teknical dep)
Invacare AS
Østensjøveien 19
0661 Oslo
[email protected]
www.invacare.no

Australia:
Invacare Australia Pty. Ltd.
Unit 18/12 Stanton Road,
Seven Hills, NSW 2147,
Australia
Phone: 1800 460 460
Fax: 1800 814 367
[email protected]
www.invacare.com.au

New Zealand:
Invacare New Zealand Ltd
4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060
New Zealand
Phone: 0800 468 222
Fax: 0800 807 788
[email protected]
www.invacare.co.nz

Invacare UK Operations Limited
Unit 4, Pencoed Technology Park,
Pencoed
Bridgend CF35 5AQ
UK

Invacare Portugal, Lda
Rua Estrada Velha 949
4465-784 Leça do Balio
Portugal

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