Based on business liability concerns, the HFL-300/400 is not
recommend for transport. However, the HFL-300/400 can be used to transport patients
in emergency situations.
The main point to consider regarding transporting a patient
on an HFL-300/400 is that the seat platform needs to be between
6 and 12 inches from the floor for the safest transport.
With the seat At 6-12” from the floor, the patient weight
will shift primarily to the wheels and be easy to transport by
just about any adult.
The patient should not be moved with the seat at the full height
of 21”. The weight would be shifted to the transport handles and
is a great strain on the care provider.
The manufacturer does not recommend transport because the
capabilities of any given provider are unknown. In practical application, short distance transports are a
very helpful capability. It is relatively easy to move the patient with the IndeeLift to wherever is most
appropriate for a transfer to a bed/wheelchair or other
destination in an emergency situation.