Amico GoComfort Sling Instructions

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Sling Instructions

Purpose and Use

The GoComfort sling is suited for lifting a patient in and out of a bed and wheelchair in a seated
position. This is also mainly used for patients who require extra support around the hips.

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
qualied 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

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straps have 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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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 conguration.

6. 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.

From a Laying Position:

1. Roll the patient’s toward you. Position
the sling lengthwise behind the patient
and gather half of the sling against the
patient’s back and thighs.

3. Position slings leg straps through the
inside loops in the desired leg band
congurations. Gently lift the leg straps
by hand, to test that the leg-band
congurations are secure and do not
pinch the thighs or groin area.

2.

Roll the patient back and pull the
sling at. Pull the inside leg loops and
between the thighs.

4. Attach the slings leg and back straps
to

carry bar for desired sling inclination.

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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 Inclination Positions

1. Vertical – 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.

6. When lifting, ensure that the leg straps
lie at under the thighs. Move the
patient to the desired area.

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

Sling Leg Strap Congurations

1. Divided Leg Open – provides
comfortable secure support and gives
good access to personal hygiene.

3. Closed Leg – The patient’s legs are
together before passing leg straps
under them. Leg loops are crossed
under patient’s thighs.

2. Divided Leg Crossover – provides
optimum comfort and security. Leg
loops are crossed between the patient’s
thighs before passing leg straps
through them.

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