Safety Instructions ..............6 Preparations ................7 Parts Designation/Description ...........8 Maxi Transfer Sheet Size ............9 Allowed Combinations .............10 To Apply/Change the Maxi Transfer sheet ......11 Loop Detachment ..............12 Loop Attachment ..............12 Stretcher Frame ...............13 Horizontal Lateral Transfer ..........13 To Move the Patient Upwards in Bed ........15 To Weigh the Patient ............16...
Please read this Instructions for Use (IFU) thoroughly! Means: Safety warning. Failure to understand and obey ArjoHuntleigh will not be held responsible for any this warning may result in injury to you or to others. accidents, incidents or lack of performance that occur as •...
4-point spreader bar or a 2-point spreader bar. Expected Lifetime • Turning patient in bed: use a 2-point spreader or a The expected lifetime of the Maxi Transfer sheet is, unless 4-point spreader bar. otherwise stated, two (2) years, based on use and laundry •...
WARNING To avoid injury, never leave the patient unattended when the Maxi Transfer sheet is attached to the lift. WARNING To avoid the patient from falling, make sure that the loops are securely attached before and during the lifting process.
Preparations Actions Before First Use (8 steps) Before Every Use (4 steps) 1 Check all parts of the Maxi Transfer sheet, see 1 Select the correct size of the Maxi Transfer sheet. section Parts Designation/Description on page 8. See section Maxi Transfer Sheet Size on page 9.
The Maxi Transfer sheet must only be used with patients whose body shape comfortably fit within the support surface of the Maxi Transfer sheet, choose Maxi Transfer sheet size accordingly. Also make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet size is compatible with the bed it is placed upon in accordance with section Allowed Combinations on page 9.
For example, the Maxi Move lift has a SWL of 227 kg (500 lbs), the stretcher frame has a SWL of 160 kg (352 lbs) and the MAA7000R Maxi Transfer sheet has a SWL of 272 kg (600 lbs). This means the stretcher frame has the lowest SWL, of maximum 160 kg (352 lbs), in this system.
IFU. Fig. 3 3 Check that: • the Maxi Transfer sheet is aligned with the head end of the bed and extra fabric extends below the foot end of the bed, to enable the patient to be moved upwards in bed several times, •...
• If the patient is not centred on the Maxi Transfer sheet, select longer loop lengths on the side closest to the patient and shorter loop lengths at the other side.
Stretcher Frame Horizontal Lateral Transfer Follow these 15 steps Fig. 1 To transfer the patient, use a stretcher frame. (See Fig. 1) For lift instructions, see respective lift IFU. NOTE Bed in this IFU refers to stretcher, trolley, gurney or other receiving surface.
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• make sure all loops are securely attached and the patient lays fully supported and comfortably in the Maxi Transfer sheet and • make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet is not attached to any other object than the stretcher frame and that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre.
• make sure all loops are securely attached and the patient lays fully supported and comfortably in the Maxi Transfer sheet and • make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet is not attached to any other object than the stretcher frame and that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre.
• make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet is not attached to any other object than the stretcher frame and that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre. 7 Lift the patient until the Maxi Transfer sheet carries the full Fig. 4 weight of the patient. (See Fig. 4) 8 The patient’s weight is shown on the scale display.
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12 Make sure that (See Fig. 5): • the patient is positioned safely and comfortably, • there are no creases or straps under the patient and • the reinforcements of the Maxi Transfer sheet are positioned outside the edges of the mattress.
5 Apply the Maxi Transfer sheet, centred, underneath the patient. Fig. 3 6 Move the pillow so it is on top of the Maxi Transfer sheet. 7 Position the patient’s arms on top of the patient’s body. 8 Position the lift sideways with the lift legs wide open.
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• make sure all loops are securely attached and the patient lays fully supported and comfortably in the Maxi Transfer sheet and • make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet is not attached to any other object than the stretcher frame and that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre.
Spreader Bars Lateral Transfer Between Adjacent Surfaces Fig. 1 Follow these 15 steps To transfer the patient, use one of the following spreader bars (See Fig. 1): • 2-point spreader bar (A) • 4-point spreader bar (B) For lift instructions, see respective lift IFU. NOTE Bed in this IFU refers to stretcher, trolley, gurney or other receiving surface.
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Fig. 5 Maxi Transfer sheet and • make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet is not attached to any other object than the stretcher frame or spreader bar and that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre.
To Move the Patient Upwards in Bed Follow these 11 steps Fig. 1 To move the patient upwards in bed, use one of the following spreader bars (See Fig. 1): • 2-point spreader bar (A) • 4-point spreader bar (B) For lift instructions, see respective lift IFU.
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Fig. 3 lays fully supported and comfortably in the Maxi Transfer sheet and • make sure the Maxi Transfer sheet is not attached to any other object than the spreader bar and that there is clearance to perform the manoeuvre.
To Turn the Patient in Bed Follow these 12 steps Fig. 1 To turn the patient in bed, use one of the following spreader bars (See Fig. 1): • 2-point spreader bar (A) • 4-point spreader bar (B) For lift instructions, see respective lift IFU. 1 Adjust the bed to an ergonomic height, flat position and apply the brakes.
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Detach all loops and move the lift away from the patient. 12 Make sure: • the patient is positioned safely and comfortably, • there are no creases or straps under the patient and • the reinforcements of the Maxi Transfer sheet are positioned outside the edges of the mattress.
To Apply/Remove an X-ray Image Plate Fig. 1 Follow these 15 steps To apply and remove an X-ray image plate underneath the patient, use one of the following spreader bars (See Fig. 1): • 2-point spreader bar (A) • 4-point spreader bar (B) This workflow describes placement of an X-ray plate for upper body X-ray.
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15 Make sure (See Fig 5): • the patient is positioned safely and comfortably, • there are no creases or straps under the patient and • the reinforcements of the Maxi Transfer sheet are positioned outside the edges of the mattress.
28. Maxi Transfer sheet’s condition and safety. The Maxi Transfer sheet must be cleaned when it is soiled, stained, contaminated and between patients, in strict accordance with the following instructions.
Care and Preventive Maintenance The Maxi Transfer sheet is subject to wear and tear and the following preventive and maintenance actions must be performed. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: Maxi Transfer sheet Between Patients or When Soiled/ Caregiver Obligations Action/Check Before Every Use...
• detach the straps and rearrange these to different positions or select different loop lengths. Use the Maxi Transfer sheet only in accordance with the It is difficult to use the Maxi Transfer sheet in combinations described in section Allowed combination with the lift.
Technical Specifications General Safe working load (SWL)= Maximum 272 kg (600 lbs) for both Regular and Wide size patient weight on the Maxi Transfer sheet. Weight MAA7000R: 1,1 kg (2,4 Ibs) MAA7000W: 1,2 kg (2,7 lbs) Material 100% Polyester (with Antistatic yarn)
Maxi Transfer sheet Label Washing and care symbols General Machine wash at 70 °C Read the IFU (160 °F) 160 °F Safe Working Load (SWL) = No bleaching allowed Maximum patient weight Tumble dry Recyclable PES = Polyester No ironing allowed...
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Maxi Transfer sheet label Product Description: Regular or Wide Fibre content 100010258 XXXXXXX ® Maxi Transfer Sheet 272 kg 600 lbs XXXXXXX MAA7000X 100% Polyester XXXXXXX 160 F ArjoHuntleigh AB Hans Michelsensgatan 10 +24M = 211 20 Malmö, Sweden www.arjohuntleigh.com...
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GETINGE GROUP is a leading global provider of products and systems that contribute to quality enhancement and cost efficiency within healthcare and life sciences. We operate under the three brands of ArjoHuntleigh, GETINGE and MAQUET. ArjoHuntleigh focuses on patient mobility and wound management solutions.