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BasicGo
HygieneGo
Sling Instructions
Purpose and Use
The GoBasic sling is suited for lifting or transferring a patient with disabilities in an institutional or
home setting.
It is also ideal for lifting or transferring a patient with little control over head and body.
Instructions:
Do not place the GoLift system in the control of persons who have not received proper training
in its operation. Serious injury can occur if the GoLift system is used improperly.
Read and understand all instructions regarding the operation of the GoLift system prior to use.
Follow these instructions to ensure the safety of both the caregiver and the patient:
1. Use the proper size of sling on the patient.
2. Do not, under any circumstances, exceed the GoLift’s and sling standard working load.
3. Perform a visual inspection of the sling for signs of wear. Look for fraying, cuts or tears in the
material on both the slings body and straps prior to using the sling.
4. Remove and replace the sling if any damage is found on the sling.
5. Position the sling properly under and around the patient, to ensure a balanced lift.
6. The GoLift system must not be used for unsafe practices.
In facilities when more than once sta is responsible for operating the GoLift system, it is imperative that all such members are trained in its
proper use. A training and orientation program should be established by the facility to familiarize new caregivers with the GoLift system.
Plan the move. Avoid leaving the patient in the sling unattended. Do not start to lift the patient until it has been checked that the patient cannot
get trapped and that the sling does not catch on the bed or wheelchair. Be careful with any tubes and wires that are attached to the patient
and/or equipment.
Amico Mobility shall not be liable for faults or accidents due to incorrect use of the sling or for reasons of inadequate attention on the part of
the caregiver or user. If the sling is used in combination with products not manufactured by Amico, a risk assessment must be conducted by
qualied sta.
Attaching the lifting sling:
Place the straps from the lifting sling on the hooks
on the carry bar. Start with the shoulder straps
(from the back) and then place the loops of the
leg straps on the hooks of the carry bar.
Be careful when attaching the lifting sling
on the hooks. Check that the straps have
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been completely through the opening
and into place in the carry bar hooks.
When pressing the up button to lift the
patient, check again that all straps remain
correctly placed in the carry bar’s hooks.
176° F
80°C
MAX LOAD: 1000 lbs (454 kg)
Insert the sling into a washing/laundry bag prior to being placed in the washer.
This is to prevent any unusaul wear and tear of the sling from the washing machine.
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BasicGo
HygieneGo
Sling Instructions
From a Seated Position:
1. Place the sling on the patient’s
shoulders and/or the wheelchair’s
backrest.
3. Pull the leg supports forward gently
until slings bottom is beneath the
thighs.
5. Attach appropriate leg and back
straps to carry bar for desired
inclination.
2. Have the patient lean forward and
slide sling down patient’s back
until the sling is under the patient’s
buttocks.
4. Secure the legs by placing the leg
straps through the inside leg loops in
the desired conguration.
6. Raise the carry bar by pressing UP on
the hand control. Check to ensure all
straps are securely attached to the
carry bar.
From a Laying Position:
1. Roll the patient towards you. Place
the sling lengthwise behind the
patient. Fold half of the slings
material against the patient’s back
and thighs.
3. Position slings leg straps through the
inside loops in the desired leg band
congurations. Gently lift the leg
straps by hand, to test that the legband congurations are secure and
do not pinch the thighs or groin area.
2. Roll patient back onto the sling and
pull the sling until the sling is at.
4. Attach slings leg strap and shoulder
straps to carry bar for the desired
inclination. See instructions for
various inclination positions.
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Sling Instructions
From a Laying Position cont’d:
5. Raise the carry bar by pressing the UP
button on the hand control. Check
to ensure that all straps are securely
attached to the carry bar.
Sling Leg Strap Congurations:
1. Leg Crossover – provides optimum
comfort and security. Leg loops are
crossed between the patient’s thighs
before passing the straps through
them.
6. When lifting, ensure that the leg
straps lie at under the thighs. Move
the patient to the desired area.
2. Closed Leg – The patient’s legs are
together before passing the leg
straps under them. Leg loops are
crossed under the patient’s thighs.
Sling Inclination Positions:
1. Optimum vertical position is
achieved by attaching leg straps to
carry bar using longest strap loops
and back straps to carry bar using
shortest strap loops.
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2. Inclined – The greatest angle of
inclination is achieved by attaching
the leg straps to the carry bar using
shortest strap loops and back straps
to carry bar using longest strap loops.
Amico Mobility Solutions Corporation
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