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- Page 1 VERA II OPERATING MANUAL Models: B350,B350 w/scale,B450, B450 w/scale, B600, B600 w/scale...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Diagram and Features VERA-LIFT™ II B350..................3 VERA-LIFT™ II B450..................4 VERA-LIFT II B600..........................5 Safety Information Warning Symbol ..................6 Using the VERA-LIFT II and VERA-LIFT II Back Belts and Sitting Slings with Other Manufacturer’s Equipment ........... 6 Back Belt and Sling Care ................. 6 Pre-Use and Monthly Inspections .............. - Page 3 Back Belts................. 25 Double Strap Contour Back Belts ............25 Single Strap Contour Back Belts ............. 26 VERA-LIFT II Sitting Slings..............26 VANCARE Gait Belts................27 VERA-LIFT II Back Belt and Sling Options..........27 Special Orders ..................27 Optional Built-in VERASCALE®...
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Page 4: Diagram And Features Vera-Lift™ Ii B350
Diagram and Features VERA-LIFT II™ B350 Pound Lifting Capacity 1. Lift base 2. Locking rear caster breaks 3. Emergency stop switch 4. Emergency lowering switch (on bottom of control box) 5. Foot plate 6. Mast 7. Knee pad (with knee strap) 8. -
Page 5: Vera-Lift™ Ii B450
VERA-LIFT II™ B450 Pound Lifting Capacity 1. Lift Base 2. Locking rear caster breaks 3. Emergency stop switch 4. Emergency lowering switch (on bottom of control box) 5. Foot plate 6. Mast 7. Knee pad (with knee strap) 8. Shift bar 9. -
Page 6: Vera-Lift Ii B600
VERA-LIFT II™ B600 Pound Lifting Capacity 1. Lift base 2. Locking rear caster breaks 3. Emergency stop switch 4. Emergency lowering switch (on bottom of Control Box) 5. Foot plate 6. Mast 7. Knee pad 8. Shift bar 9. Rechargeable battery 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 II™ has been received from VANCARE, Inc., a manufacturer’s representative will provide initial in-service training for your staff. Before using the VERA- LIFT II™... -
Page 9: Patient Assessment Criteria For Transfers Transfer Criteria For The Vera-Lift
Have no injuries or medical conditions that might be aggravated by the transfer procedure f) When using VERA-LIFT II B350, patient must weigh less than 350 pounds; when using VERA-LIFT II B450, patient must weigh less than 450 pounds; VERA-LIFT II B600;... -
Page 10: Standing Transfer With Crossed Straps
Have no injuries or medical conditions that might be aggravated by the transfer procedure f) When using VERA-LIFT II B350, patient must weight less than 350 pounds; when using VERA-LIFT II B450; patient must weigh less than 450 pounds. When using the VERA-LIFT II B600, patient must weight less than 600 pounds. -
Page 11: Seated Transfer With Sitting Style Sling/Belts
Have injuries or medical conditions that might be aggravated by the VERA-LIFT II™ standing transfer procedure d) When using VERA-LIFT II B350, patient must weigh less than 350 pounds; when using VERA-LIFT II B450, patient must weigh less than 450 pounds. When using the VERA-LIFT II B600;... -
Page 12: Sizing And Positioning The Back Belt
On rare occasions, a non-standard size or shape belt/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. For your nearest Distributor, call 1-800-694-4525... -
Page 13: Basic Standing Transfer
VERA-LIFT II 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 II™ and back belt to make sure they are undamaged and in good working order. -
Page 14: Standing Transfer With Crossed Straps
12) Unlock the VERA-LIFT II™ brakes and back the lift away. While slowly turning the lift, move the patient to the desired location within 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 back belt. Fasten the inner safety belt snuggly. Lower the lift arms to their lowest position and spread the base of the VERA-LIFT II™ 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 Sling
Seated Transfer with Sitting Sling 1) Make sure you understand which sitting sling is to be used to transfer the patient. Inspect the VERA-LIFT II™ and sling to make sure they are undamaged and in good working order. 3) Make sure there is enough room to do the transfer. Move furniture or other things that may be in the way. -
Page 19: Standing Transfer Toileting Procedure
12) Double-check the sitting sling connection to the lift to make sure the loops are connected securely to the lift. 13) Lift the patient approximately 2 inches off of the bed, wheelchair, etc. DO NOT raise the patient to a standing position, as this will be uncomfortable for the patient. 14) Unlock the VERA-LIFT II™... -
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 II™ “Seated Transfer” procedure through step 4. Continue with the following steps. -
Page 21: Wheelchair Repositioning
Wheelchair Repositioning Follow the VERA-LIFT II™ 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 II™... -
Page 22: Emergency Stop Switch
Models B350, B450 & B600: Other Procedures Emergency Stop Switch A red emergency stop switch is located on the bottom of the control box. WARNING If the hand control fails and the lift continues to raise or lower, press the emergency stop switch on the control box to stop the lift. -
Page 23: Charging The Batteries
Charging the Batteries The VERA-LIFT II™ is equipped with a charging cord, which charges the battery when 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 Back Belt And Sling 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 Ii
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 Sit to Stand Lifts Lift Stretchers This instruction applies to Vancare mobile lifts, ceiling lifts, sit to stand lifts, and lift stretchers, yet in this text we refer only to lifts. To avoid possible transmission of infectious disease, it is important to clean the lift if it has become soiled or if it is to be used by another patient.
- Page 27 Vancare Vanderlifts & VanGo Cleaning Instruction Unplug mains (AC power source) before cleaning and disinfection. 2. Clean the lift with a moist cloth, using warm water and a facility approved neutral detergent. A soft brush can be used to remove stains and resistant soil.
- Page 28 Remove the Battery to have access behind the battery. The calf strap may be machine washed 60-80°C (140-! 176°F), see ”Care and Maintenance of!Vancare Slings” for more information. NOTE! Do not clean the piston rod! 4.
- Page 29 Material Safety Data Sheet Vital Oxide February 2, 2015 Section 1: Product and Company Identification Product Name Vital Oxide Aqueous Oxidant Manufacturer/Distributor Vital Solutions, LLC. PO Box 9932 West Palm Beach, FL 33419 Phone Numbers Product Information (561) 848-1717 Medical Emergency (800) 222-1222 Section 2: Composition/ Information on Ingredients Ingredients...
- Page 30 Vital Solutions MSDS: Vital Oxide Section 4: First Aid Measures Inhalation Does NOT cause any respiratory irritation. If consumer product accidentally contacts strong acids in restricted ventilation area, avoid breathing the vapors, and allow adequate time for the vapors to disperse before re-entering the restricted area. Skin Contact Does NOT cause skin irritation.
- Page 31 Vital Solutions MSDS: Vital Oxide Section 8: Exposure Control/ Personal Protection Engineering Controls: Use in adequately ventilated areas. Personal Protective Equipment: Eye/Face Protection: Not required for consumer product. Skin Protection: Not required for consumer product. Respirators: None required for normal use. If consumer product accidentally contacts strong acids in restricted ventilation area, avoid breathing the vapors, and allow adequate time for the vapors to disperse before re-entering the restricted area.
- Page 32 Vital Solutions MSDS: Vital Oxide Section 12: Ecological Information Environmental Hazards: Not data available. Environmental Fate: Not data available. Section 13: Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal: Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial and Local regulations. Section 14: Transport Information Shipping Information: Not regulated by DOT, IMO/IMDG and IATA/ICAO for ground, air or ocean shipments.
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Page 33: Vera-Lift Ii Tm Back Belts
VERA-LIFT II Back Belt, Sitting Sling, and Gait Belt Ordering Information VERA-LIFT II Back Belts Sizing The VERA-LIFT II™ 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 34: 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 lift arms and put both feet on the VERA-LIFT II™ foot pad, are weight bearing on both legs. (Refer to pages 8, 9, 10 and 11 for more specific information.) 10-Inch Wide Contour Back Belt Size Length... -
Page 35: 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 36: 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 37: Monthly Vera-Lift Ii™ 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 38 MONTHLY VERA-LIFT II™ BACK BELT AND SLING INSPECTION CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONS: All belts/slings in the facility must be checked monthly. Belts/Slings that are damaged or excessively worn must be removed from service and replaced with undamaged belts/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 39 Refer to Operator’s Manual for more detailed description of transfer technique. Pass Fail Observations __________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Observer’s Name _______________________________________________________________ Observer’s Signature ____________________________________________________________ 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 40 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 For your nearest Distributor, call 1-800-694-4525 1515 FIRST STREET FAX: (402)694-3994 AURORA, NE 68818 WEB: www.vancare.com...