Invacare 9805 Owner's Manual page 31

7. Using the steering handles, move the patient lift away from the bed.
8. When moving the patient lift away from the bed, turn patient so that he/she faces
assistant operating the patient lift (FIGURE 8.4).
9. Turn crank handle counterclockwise (manual) or open control valve (hydraulic)
lowering patient so that his feet rest on or over the base of the lift, straddling the mast.
Close control valve.
NOTE: The lower center of gravity provides stability making the patient feel more secure and the
lift easier to pull or push.
10. Pull the patient lift away from the bed and push from behind with both hands.
DETAIL "A" - TURNING THE PATIENT
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DETAIL "B" - MOVING THE PATIENT IN
FIGURE 8.4 Lifting the Patient
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SECTION 8—LIFTING THE PATIENT
THE LIFT
Portable Patient Lift and Sling