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Description

The ELK (Emergency Lifting Cushion) is an innovative air powered cushion designed to lift a fallen person from the floor.

  • If someone falls over they can shuffle on to the cushion, or be rolled on from the recovery position and assisted to sit upright.
  • The Elk can then be inflated at the touch of a button with someone supporting the individual from behind to bring them to a raise seated position ready to stand.
  • Once the lift is complete, the Elk can be deflated, folded up and stored away tidily.
  • The Elk is operated by low air pressure using the Airflo power source.

Highlights

  • Assists individuals who have fallen
  • Can be used independently or by caregiver
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Battery powered using hand control
  • 1,000 lb. weight capacity


Overview for Mangar 261077 Elk Emergency Inflatable Lifting Cushion

The Elk Emergency Inflatable Lifting Cushion from Prism Medical and Mangar is a battery powered inflatable cushion that assists individuals who have fallen on the floor.

Safe:   This cushion can be operated independently by the patient who has fallen or by a caregiver. It gets inflated one section at a time until the patient is in an elevated sitting position from which they can stand up or transfer to a chair. Using this lifting cushion reduces injury to the fallen individual as well as to the caregiver.

Lightweight and Portable:   The Elk Inflatable Cushion is very portable and can be folded up compactly for easy storage and transport. It can be used either indoors or outside and in confined spaces. The device is very compact and lightweight. It has a weight capacity of 1,000 lbs. and can be used for bariatric patients as well as individuals of all ages.

Specifications:   When inflated, the cushion has a height of 22.2", a width of 22.4", and a depth of 19.7". When deflated and folded, its dimensions are 24.4" x 10.2" x 4.5". The cushion weighs 7.9 lbs. and the total weight with the cushion and compressor is 26 lbs.

How to Operate the ELK

  • Connect Each Color-Coded Air Hose to the Corresponding Connector on the Lifter Cushion 
  • Place the Airflo to the Side and Out of the Way of the Lifter (Make Sure That it Will Not Get in the Way During Operation)
  • Attach the Air Tube from the Controller to the Outlet on the Compressor
  • Activate the 'Auto' Function by Holding Down the 'Auto' Button until Its LED Display Lights up

How to Clean

  • Fill All the Pads with Air
  • Wash the Surfaces with a Sponge and Non-Abrasive Liquid Cleaner
  • Dry Completely
  • Do Not Use Hot Air to Dry

How to Disinfect

  • Inflate and Clean
  • Use a 1:10 Solution of Liquid Bleach and Water
  • Let Soak in Solution for About 10 Minutes
  • Rinse with Cold Clean Water
  • Air Dry

Warnings

  • Practice Using the Lift Before Lifting a Person
  • Never Use to Lift Yourself without Assistance
  • Check to See if More Than One Assistant is Needed
  • Never Place Unit on Sharp Objects
  • Cover Rough Surfaces with a Blanket or Other Thick Material Before Using the ELK
  • Do Not Permit a Section to Deflate While Below Inflated Partition
  • Inflate Cushions Starting at the Ground and Working Upward in Order

 

Product Features and Benefits

  • Easy to Use
  • Fast and Simple Lift
  • Dignified and Safe
  • Lightweight
  • Portable for Travel
  • Great for Bariatric Patients
  • Battery Powered
  • Compact
  • Reduces Risk of Injury to Caregiver
  • Made of Hydrophobic Material
  • Use in Compact Spaces

CONTENTS

  • Elk Emergency Inflatable Lifting Cushion
  • Compressor
  • Hand Control
  • Cord
Lift TypeInflatable
 
Dimensions and Weight
Overall LengthDeflated: 24.4"
Overall HeightInflated: 22.2"
Overall WidthInflated: 22.4"
Weight8 lbs.
 
Weight Capacity                            1,000 lbs.

Power                                             Battery Powered