Thank you for purchasing Arjo equipment. Please read this Instructions For Use (IFU) thoroughly! Arjo will not be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or lack of performance that occur as a result of any unauthorized modification to its products.
Passive loop slings are especially designed for If the patient/resident does not meet these criteria an ceiling lifts, floor lifts and accessories made by Arjo. alternative equipment/system shall be used. The passive loop slings shall only be used by...
Pre-sale Information General Intended use, the intended user group and the intended environment; including any See “Intended Use” on page 3 contraindications Expected lifetime of the product See “Intended Use” on page 3 Maximum user mass See “Sling Selection” on page 8 Sizing See “Select Sling Size”...
Safety Instructions WARNING WARNING To avoid injury, make sure that the patient These warnings are specific to the sling is not left unattended at any time. model MLAAS2000: Patients sat out in a chair are at an increased risk of pressure injury WARNING development, due to high interface To avoid injury, always assess the patient...
• damaged loops NOTE • unreadable or damaged label Arjo recommends the name of the patient is WARNING written on the sling care label to avoid cross contamination between patient s. To prevent cross-contamination, always follow the disinfection instructions in this IFU.
Select Sling Size Measure the patient to select the correct sling size. Sling model MLA2000, MLAAS2000, MLA4060, MFA2100,MLA3000 1. Measure from the patient’s coccyx/seat (A) to top 2. Measure the patient’s Low hip circumference, of the head, 3. Follow the sizing chart below to pick the correct size.
Always follow the lowest SWL of the total system. E.g. the Minstrel lift/spreader bar has a SWL of 190 kg (418 lb) and the MLA2000 has a SWL of 272 kg (600 lb). This means that the Minstrel lift/spreader bar has...
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Large Sling Size Size Size Size Size MLA2000 272 kg (600 lb) M, L, XL S, M, L, XL S, M S, M, L, XL M, L, XL MLAAS2000 190 kg (418 lb) M, L, XL S, M, L, XL...
Applying the Sling In Bed (22 steps) 6. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique.) If log roll is not possible, use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube 1. Place the lift nearby. for placing the sling. See respective Sliding sheet/ 2. Apply bed brakes and adjust the height of the bed tube IFU to an ergonomic position, if possible.
(See Fig. 8 ) 7. Tuck in the end of the sling at the coccyx or 15. Place the lift next to the patient and apply the against the seat. Use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube, brakes. if needed. WARNING 8.
10. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique) If log 16. Slightly lift the patient to create tension in the rolling is not possible, use an Arjo sliding sheet/ sling. (See Fig. 11 ) tube for placing the sling. See respective Sliding sheet/tube IFU.
• patients head is well supported by the sling (if 27. Attach the leg loops. head support sling used). 28. Apply the brakes on the lift. • sling pieces are not twisted underneath the 29. Slightly lift the patient to create tension in the sling patient.
9. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique) If log 6. Move the lift away from the patient rolling is not possible, use an Arjo sliding sheet/ 7. Pull out the leg flaps from under the patient’s legs tube for removing the sling. See respective and place them backwards along the patient’s...
Disposable Sling – Do NOT wash Cleaning Chemicals The disposable sling is for single patient use. For all slings (NOT disposable slings) use common Do NOT clean, wash, disinfect, wipe or sterilize commercial detergent without optical brightener. the disposable sling. If the disposable sling has No other chemicals are allowed e.g.
The sling is difficult to apply (e.g. during Use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube according to instructions log roll). in respective IFU. • Place the patient in a more seated position in the bed or on the floor.
Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No 618, as amended) UK Responsible Person & UK Importer: Arjo (UK) Ltd, ArjoHuntleigh House, Houghton Regis. LU5 5XF Is the appointed UK Responsible Person as defined in UK Medical Devices Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No 618, as amended).
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At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism.
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