Ferno XT - 8.3 XT-FLOATING Maintenance

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© Ferno s.r.l. MU-086-C Rel. 12062019
XT Extrication Device
PREVENTIVE INSPECTION
The XT-PRO is a medical device requiring regular
maintenance. The user is responsible for preventive
inspection operations as listed in the detailed checklist
attachedtothismanualandforllingouttherelevanttable.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The XT-PRO should undergo a complete overhaul and
productcerticationcarried out by Fernopersonnelevery
year. After that, the customer is responsible for contacting
Ferno Technical Support Service for repair/maintenance.
See chapter Technical Support.
If the XT-PRO undergoes particularly heavy use, is used
in an environment contaminated by hazardous chemical
substances or for carrying heavy loads, maintenance should
preferably be carried out on a more frequent basis.
Ferno directly carries out repair maintenance operations,
without the need of dealers, mechanics or external service
centres. You are thus invited to be wary of those who present
themselves as Ferno's authorised technician.
TEXTILE COMPONENTS 120CM HANGING RING AND
RESTRAINTS
WARNING: Follow these instructions only if the textile
ring (EN 795/B) is branded FERNO. If other brands are
used, follow the instructions of the manufacturer (EN 365).
Make sure that all textile parts and stitching on the device
are free from cuts, abrasion, frayed borders, wear, corrosion,
burnsandsignsofchemicalsubstances;alsocheckthatthe
stitchingisnotcut,frayedorloose;ngerropedevicesall
along their length to check that their internal core is free
from cuts, empty points, breaking, swelling (any problems
in the core are invisible and can be caused by overexertion,
local bends, dirt); ensure the integrity of the stitching
protective cover (no movements or detachments from its
terminal). Before use, also check that the maintenance sheets
of each device are correctly updated. During every use:
check that the product works properly, and that any other
componentofthesystem is well connected and arranged;
pay attention to the effects of humidity and frost, as they can
compromise the device operation; avoid the contact with
sharpedgesand,ifnecessary,useprotectiveequipment;for
the operator's safety, the device or the anchor point must
always be correctly positioned and the operation must be
performed so as to minimise risks and drop height. As far as
the textile material is concerned, the MAXIMUM useful life
isconsideredtobeequalto10yearsfromitsrstuse,soit
must be changed after this period of time.
The product must be disposed of:
- After 10 years, if it includes plastic or textile components.
- After a bad fall (or effort).
- If the result of the checks is not satisfactory. Its reliability
is in doubt.
- When it becomes obsolete (new laws, standards, techniques
or incompatibility with other devices, etc.).
Avoid any contact with chemical substances, especially
acidsthatcandestroybres.
8.3 XT-FLOATING maintenance
INSPECTION BEFORE USE
To ensure optimal use of the device, it is important to keep all
the components in good conditions and to remove all traces
ofdirt,debrisandbodyuids.The XT- FLOATING must be
inspected before and after each use, and must be cleaned and
dried after use. When not in use, it must be stored in a dry,
indoor environment and inspected at least once a month. If
the inspection reveals cracks on the board, deep scratches
or wear signs on textile components, place the device out of
service and contact Ferno's technical support.
PREVENTIVE INSPECTION
The XT-FLOATING is a medical device requiring regular
maintenance. The user is responsible for preventive
inspection operations as listed in the detailed checklist
attachedtothismanualandforllingouttherelevanttable.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The XT-FLOATING should undergo a complete overhaul
andproductcerticationcarriedoutbyFernopersonnel
every two years. After that, the customer is responsible
for contacting Ferno Technical Support Service for repair/
maintenance. See chapter Technical Support.
If the XT-FLOATING undergoes particularly heavy
use, if it is used in an environment contaminated by
hazardous chemical substances or for carrying heavy loads,
maintenance should preferably be carried out on a more
frequent basis.
Ferno directly carries out repair maintenance operations,
without the need of dealers, mechanics or external service
centres. You are thus invited to be wary of those who
present themselves as Ferno's authorised technician.