Invacare 9700 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual page 24

LIFTING THE PATIENT
5. When moving the patient lift away from the bed,
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turn patient so that he/she faces assistant
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operating the patient lift (FIGURE 4).
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6. Press the DOWN ( ) button (electric) or open
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control valve (manual / hydraulic) lowering
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patient so that his feet rest on the base of the
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lift, straddling the mast. Close control valve.
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NOTE: The lower center of gravity provides
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stability making the patient feel more secure and
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the lift easier to move.
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7. Pull the patient lift away from the bed and push
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from behind with both hands firmly on the push
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handle.
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LIFTING THE PATIENT (Cont.)
FIGURE 4 - MOVING THE PATIENT LIFT AWAY
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FROM THE BED