Technical Service Manual M9 Transfer Stretcher (M999-29, Version 11, June 2021) 5
2. PRECAUTIONS
2.1 CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used in this publication:
WARNING: Gives instructions or information intended to ensure the safety of the patient, caregiver and other
personnel.
CAUTION: Gives instructions or information intended to avoid damage to the stretcher or its accessories.
NOTE: Gives additional instructions or information intended to make the stretcher easier to use.
2.2 USER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
WARNING: If the patient suffers from disorientation, depression or similar then the electric functions should be
locked out to prevent the patient operating the stretcher.
OPERATOR: Must be trained in the use of the stretcher and fully understand the instructions for use.
PATIENT: A suitable risk assessment must be performed before the patient is placed on the stretcher and/
or given access to the stretcher control. The patient must fully understand the handset functions
before they can operate the stretcher by themselves.
2.3 GENERAL WARNINGS & CAUTIONS
WARNING: Read and understand this Technical Service Manual before servicing this stretcher.
WARNING: If the stretcher is found to have sustained any damage it must be removed from use immediately.
WARNING: Adhere to the hospitals risk management policy when placing a patient on the stretcher.
WARNING: Leave the stretcher in its lowest position when the patient is unattended.
WARNING: Do not use the stretcher for cyclic or repetitive manipulations of the patient.
WARNING: Ensure there is no risk of crushing or entrapment to the patient, other personnel, stretcher
components, or other objects when using the stretcher.
WARNING: Do not position the stretcher under any object.
WARNING: Residual current devices (RCD) are not supplied as standard with the stretcher. Consult with your
Biomedical Engineer/advisor concerning your RCD requirements.
WARNING: The stretcher is intended to support one patient at a time only.
WARNING: Do not connect the power cord if the plug or cord insulation is damaged. The power cord must be
replaced. However, the stretcher can still operate on battery.
WARNING: The safe working load of the stretcher is 250kg (this includes the mass of the patient mattress and
any accessories).
WARNING: Do not allow people to sit on the backrest or legraise when it is in the raised position.
WARNING: Follow the cleaning and disinfection instructions.
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