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- Page 1 VERA OPERATING MANUAL Models: V350,350 w/scale, V600, V600 w/scale, & V800...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Diagram and Features VERA-LIFT™ V350 .................. 3 VERA-LIFT™ V600 .................. 4 VERA-LIFT V800 ................5 Safety Information W arning Symbol ..................6 Using the VERA-LIFT and VERA-LIFT Back Belt and Sitting Slings with Other Manufacturer’s Equipment ...........6 Back Belt and Sling Care .................6 Pre-Use and Monthly Inspections ..............6 Leaving Slings Positioned Under Patients in Wheelchairs, etc ......7 Patient Transport with the VERA- LIFT... - Page 3 VERA-LIFT Sling ordering..............25 Double Strap Contour Back Belts ............25 Single Strap Contour Back Belts ............. 26 VERA-LIFT Sitting Slings................ 26 VANCARE Gait Belts................27 VERA-LIFT back belt and sling options............27 Special Orders ..................27 Optional Built-in VERASCALE®...
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Page 4: Diagram And Features Vera-Lift™ V350
Diagram and Features VERA-LIFT™ V350 Pound Lifting Capacity Lift base Locking rear caster brakes Emergency up/down switch (on back of base) Foot pad (moveable height on models without scales) 5. Mast Mast pegs (on models without scales) Knee pad (with optional knee strap) Shift bar Re-charging plug... -
Page 5: Vera-Lift™ V600
VERA-LIFT™ V600 Pound Lifting Capacity Lift base Locking rear caster brakes Emergency up/down switch (on back of base) Foot pad (moveable height on models without scales) 5. Mast Mast pegs (on models without scales) Knee pad (with optional knee strap) Shift bar Re-charging plug 10. -
Page 6: Vera-Lift V800
VERA-LIFT V800 Pound Lifting Capacity Lift base Locking rear caster brakes Emergency up/down switch (on back of base) Foot pad (moveable height on models without scales) 5. Mast Mast pegs (on models without scales) Knee pad (with optional knee strap) Shift bar Re-charging plug 10. -
Page 7: Safety Information
Laundry Department is told how to care for belts correctly. Pre-Use and Monthly Inspections VANCARE lifts are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed the safety requirements for patient care equipment. In addition, they have been tested and listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, MET Labs., to insure their safety. -
Page 8: Leaving Slings Positioned Under Patients In Wheelchairs, Etc
Staff Training After the VERA-LIFT™ has been received from VANCARE, Inc., a manufacturer’s representative will provide initial in-service training for your staff. Before using the VERA- LIFT™ to transfer patients, all staff must be trained and authorized to use the VERA-LIFT™. -
Page 9: Patient Assessment Criteria For Transfers
Patient Assessment Criteria for Transfers Transfer Criteria for the VERA-LIFT WARNING Before using the VERA-LIFT™ V350 and V600, patients must be assessed by the facility's professional nursing or professional rehabilitation staff to determine which patients are suitable for transfer with the VERA-LIFT™ V350, which VERA-LIFT™ transfer technique to use, which size back belt or sitting sling is appropriate, and the number of staff members necessary to transfer each patient. -
Page 10: Standing Transfer With Crossed Straps And Buttock Support Strap
d) Be able to stand erect or lean back into the back belt with arms on the outside of the back belt e) Have no injuries or medical conditions that might be aggravated by the transfer procedure f) When using VERA V350, patient must weight less than 350 pounds; when using VERA V600, patient must weight less than 600 pounds;... -
Page 11: Seated Transfer With Sitting Style Slings/Belts
VANCARE’s companion product, the VANDER-LIFT™. The VANDER-LIFT™ is designed to lift patients who require higher levels of care. For information about the VANDER-LIFT™, contact VANCARE, Inc. at (800) 694 – 4525, or call your local VANCARE representative. Seated Transfer with Sitting Style Slings/Belts... -
Page 12: Sizing And Positioning The Sitting Style Slings/Belts
On rare occasions, a non-standard size or shape sling will meet an individual patient’s transfer needs more safely. If you have a patient with special back belt or sitting sling needs, contact your VANCARE distributor. April 2013 For your nearest Distributor, call 1-800-694-4525... -
Page 13: Vera-Lift Transfer Procedures Basic Standing Transfer
VERA-LIFT Transfer Procedures Basic Standing Transfer 1) Make sure you understand which back belt and which method of connecting the back belt to the lift arm hooks is to be used to transfer the patient. Inspect the VERA-LIFT™ and back belt to make sure they are undamaged and in good working order. -
Page 14: Standing Transfer With Crossed Straps
While slowly turning the lift, move the patient to the desired location within the room with the back of the patient’s legs against the bed, wheelchair, etc. 14) Leaving the caster brakes unlocked, lower the patient so that his or her buttocks are positioned correctly on the bed or at the back of the wheelchair seat, etc. - Page 15 Lower the lift arms to their lowest position and spread the base of the VERA-LIFT™ to its widest position. (Spreading the base maximizes the stability of the lift.) 7) Move the lift in front of the patient and help the patient place his or her feet on the foot pad with the patient’s knees against the knee pad.
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Page 16: Standing Transfer With Crossed Straps And Buttock Support Strap
Standing Transfer with Crossed Straps and Buttock Support Strap *This transfer may only be done if the facility has purchased “double strap” back belts with attachments for the buttock support strap and if the knee pad is equipped with the optional knee strap. 1. - Page 17 (The height of the foot pad can be raised by positioning it on the upper mast pegs for VERA-LIFT™ models without scales.) Lock the caster brakes. Connect the back belt to the lift arm hooks snuggly: a. Cross one back belt white strap through the loop closest to the back belt on the other white strap.
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Page 18: Seated Transfer With Sitting Style Sling/Belts
Seated Transfer with Sitting Style Slings/Belts This transfer may only be done if the facility has purchased a VERA-LIFT™ with an extended bolt (on the mast) and sitting slings. 1) Make sure you understand which sitting sling is to be used to transfer the patient. Inspect the VERA-LIFT™... -
Page 19: Standing Transfer Toileting Procedure
b) Connect the back support loops to the lift arm hooks using the same loop on both sides of the sitting sling. Use the lift arm hooks that will position the patient in an erect sitting position. 12) Double-check the sitting sling connection to the lift to make sure the loops are connected securely to the lift. -
Page 20: Seated Transfer Toileting Procedure
Refer to adaptive clothing catalogues for ideas. Contact VANCARE, Inc. if further help is needed. Follow the VERA-LIFT™ “Seated Transfer” procedure through step 4. Continue with the following steps. -
Page 21: Wheelchair Repositioning
Wheelchair Repositioning Follow the VERA-LIFT™ transfer procedure indicated for the patient through the step when the back belt or sitting sling connection to the lift arm hooks is double checked. 1) Lift the patient approximately 2 inches off of the wheelchair seat. 2) Move the VERA-LIFT™... -
Page 22: Emergency Stop Switch
Models V350, V600 & V800: Other Procedures Emergency Stop Switch A red emergency stop switch is located on the inside of the mast. WARNING If the hand control fails and the lift continues to raise or lower, push down on the emergency stop switch to stop the lift. -
Page 23: Charging The Batteries
Charging the Batteries The VERA-LIFT™ has a built-in charger, which works when the power cord is plugged into a standard 120 volt A.C. outlet. (See charging instructions on the lift.) Plugging the lift into an outlet continuously for 7 hours, such as at night, will charge the batteries enough for a full day of patient transfers. -
Page 24: Product Care
Product Care Back Belt and Sling Care When belts are soiled or contaminated, they should be washed with mild detergent in cold or warm water only. Laundering Instructions 1) Standard VERA back belts and sitting slings may be tumble-dried on the “delicate” temperature cycle in the dryer. -
Page 25: Cleaning The Vera-Lift
If you have questions about any of the material covered in this manual, contact your local VANCARE Distributor. Your local distributor's name, address and phone number are located on the back page of this manual. If you are unable to locate your local distributor, call VANCARE directly using the phone number on the front cover. -
Page 26: Vera-Lift™ Back Belt, Sitting Sling, And Gait Belt Ordering Information Vera-Lift Sling Ordering
VERA-LIFT Back Belt, Sitting Sling, and Gait Belt Ordering Information VERA-LIFT Back Belts Sizing The VERA-LIFT™ back belt should be wide enough to fit from the top of the gluteal fold (between the buttocks) to 2 – 3 inches below the lower edge of the patient’s shoulder blades. -
Page 27: Single Strap Contour Back Belts
Single Strap Contour Back Belts (For Assisted Living Facilities) Single strap back belts can be used to transfer patients with predictable, cooperative behavior who are able to follow simple directions, are able to hold onto both hand grips and put both feet on the VERA-LIFT™ foot pad, are weight bearing on both legs. (Refer to “Patient Assessment Criteria”... -
Page 28: Vancare Gait Belts
FOR INFORMATION ON CURRENT PRICING, OR TO PLACE AN ORDER, CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR WARRANTY INFORMATION VANCARE back belts and slings are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase for defects in materials and manufacture. Damage caused by misuse or improper care is not covered. -
Page 29: Optional Built-In Verascale
5. To recall the last patient’s weight, the scale must first be turned on. Press the center of the “VANCARE” logo to the left of the “ON/ZERO” pad on the front of the scale. The display will show the message “RECL” then alternately flash between the stored weight and the “RECL”... -
Page 30: Monthly Vera-Lift™ Inspection Checklist
Please follow the maintenance and inspection procedures outlined in the product manuals and record accordingly. Based on institutional average usage data, Vancare recommends that all lifts be replaced every ten years or sooner based upon the facilities usage and the findings during regular use, maintenance and inspections. -
Page 31: Monthly Vera-Lift™ Back Belt & Sling Inspection Checklist
MONTHLY VERA-LIFT™ BACK BELT AND SLING INSPECTION CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONS: All slings in the facility must be checked monthly. Slings that are damaged or excessively worn must be removed from service and replaced with undamaged slings. Check each blank as that item is inspected. Note the date inspected, the initials of the nurse or professional rehabilitation department staff member who performed the inspection, and action taken, if any, in the “CORRECTIVE ACTION”... - Page 32 Refer to Operator’s Manual for more detailed description of transfer technique. Pass Fail Observations __________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Observer’s Name _______________________________________________________________ Observer’s Signature ____________________________________________________________ November 2017 For your nearest distributor, call 1-800-694-4525 VANCARE, INC. PHONE: (800)694-4525 1515 FIRST STREET FAX: (402)694-3994 AURORA, NE 68818 WEB: www.vancare.com...
- Page 33 Refer to Operator’s Manual for more detailed description of transfer technique. Pass Fail Observations __________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Observer’s Name _______________________________________________________________ Observer’s Signature ____________________________________________________________ VANCARE, INC. PHONE: (800)694-4525 November 2017 For your nearest distributor, call 1-800-694-4525 1515 FIRST STREET FAX: (402)694-3994...