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ShoulderDolly Instructions

STEPS TO ENSURE A SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL SHOULDERDOLLY EXPERIENCE:

Read all instructions and view this online video before use. Do not use this product unless you fully understand these instructions. Manufacturer is not responsible for any misuse or misrepresentation of the ShoulderDolly.®

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Quick Guide
While we recommend reading the detailed instructions, for those who have short attention spans, here you go!
Each lifter puts on a harness (metal buckle facing forward).
Be sure the harness “X” is centered in the back as shown.
Place lifting strap under the item to be lifted.
Thread the lifting strap through the metal buckle on harness.
Adjust the lifting strap to fit the item being lifted. Simultaneously straighten your arms (until elbows lock!) and stand up.
This triangulates the item with your body and provides stability and security when moving.
USING OPTIONAL SHOULDERDOLLY® ARM LOOPS FOR HIGHER LIFTS
Note: Only use the optional arm loops for higher lifting (i.e. lifting onto a truck tailgate or loading dock), not while walking.
Warning Icon Warning! Do not use both the shoulder harness and arm loops at the same time!
Insert lifting strap into tension buckle and adjust length. Position the loops on the forearm, near the elbow.
With your back straight, bend your knees and adjust the strap for desired lifting height.
Communicating with your partner during the lift, palms flat on item, push arms straight out with a slightly upward angle for maximum vertical lifting.
Replace arm loops into elastic when not in use.


Detailed Guide
Step 1: Have both lifters put the harness on over their heads — make sure the buckle is in front of you and the word “FRONT” is facing out (not towards your body). The “X” on the back of the harness should be in the middle of your back. (See figure 1 and Figure 2)
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Step 2: Place the 12” x 5” long lifting strap under the bulk of the weight of the object you wish to move. You can either tip the object and slide the strap under, or if the object has legs, you can slide it under from one side. The strap should be under the majority of the weight – Eg: place towards the back of a couch. (See Figure 3)
Step 3: Position your body into a semi-squat by bending your knees — the deeper you squat, the higher the item will be lifted. Keep your back in an upright straight position, don’t lean toward the object. (See Figure 4)
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Step 4: Weave the lifting strap through the buckle – Start with webbing going under the buckle, then weave behind the larger metal rod (closest to your body), then over the top and then thread it down between the two rods. Pull the webbing through the buckle until tight. (See Figure 5)
Step 5: To adjust the length of strap – turn the buckle horizontal to the ground, then pull on the top piece of the strap to make it tighter or the long end to make it shorter. When the buckle is vertical, the buckle will lock and allow you to stand up and lift.
Step 6: Adjust the length of the strap so that when you stand up, there is some tension on your shoulders. If one person is taller, then they’ll have more webbing from the floor to the buckle than the shorter person.
Step 7: There may be excess webbing after you lift the object. To ensure that you don’t trip over the excess webbing, tie it around your body, or tuck it between the harness and your body.
Step 8: With straight arms, push against the object you are moving (VERY IMPORTANT!) this will keep your back in proper ergonomic alignment and put the weight of the object on your legs and shoulders. (See Figure 6)
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Step 9: Simultaneously push against the object with your arms until they are straight, and slowly straighten your legs – balancing the object with your arms and hands. (See Figure 7)
Step 10: Communicate at all times with your lifting partner during lift and throughout the move.
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