Silvalea Rehabilitation WKS-IOU Instructions Of Use

General Instructions:
The Walking Sling is designed for a general purpose
transfer for weight bearing patients from a seated
position to standing.
The patient must be assessed by a competent person
who is fully trained in the suitability, application
and tting of the sling.
Carers should always be trained in the use of lifts and
slings. Correct sizing of a sling is important, if in any
doubt consult your Moving and Handling Advisor.
Service Label & Sling Checks:
All products should be checked each time they are
used for any signs of deterioration.
Please Check:
• braiding/straps for deterioration and fraying
• material for holes/snagging
• compatibility with the Lift
• safe working load of both the lift and sling
/product (if applicable)
• label is legible
Remove from use immediately if there are any signs
of deterioration to the sling or straps or the label is
illegible.
The Service Label is a visual indicator of when the
6-monthly or annual lift inspection has been completed.
For sizing guides and images of this product please visit www.silvaleaslings.com
For sizing guides and images of this product please visit www.silvaleaslings.com
Walking sling IOU V2.indd 1 Walking sling IOU V2.indd 1
and for further assistance, contact your Silvalea distributor
and for further assistance, contact your Silvalea distributor
Silvalea Ltd silvalea.com
Silverhills Buildings. Decoy Ind. Estate, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5LZ. UK
Distributed by Span-America
Span-America; Span Medical Products Canada: spanamerica.com
Distributed by Savaria: savaria.com / patientcarelifts.com
ADVENA Ltd. Tower Business Centre, 2nd Floor, Tower Street, Swatar, BKR 4013. Malta
Washing Guidelines:
• Follow laundry temperatures for washing and drying
detailed on the product label.
• Always ensure that all Hook & Loop fastenings are
fully closed before washing.
• All products should be laundered using non-
biological detergents.
• DO NOT IRON
Product Care:
• Ensure that any Hook & Loop fastenings are closed
when not in use. This will prevent unnecessary
snagging of the sling material and prevent clogging
of the Hook & Loop.
• Launder regularly.
• Store products in a suitable dry clean place.
• Silvalea will accept no liability for any additions/
adaptations made to our products that have NOT
been carried out by ourselves. Doing so may cause
serious injury or death to the patient.
Drying Guidelines:
• Follow the recommended drying temperatures
as stated on product label.
• Overheating a textile product can cause
deterioration in the material components.
• Do not place the product on a convector heater
or steam pipes.
SWL 272kg/600lb/42st
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