Introduction
3
Before operating this stretcher, it is important to read and understand all information in this manual. Carefully
read and strictly follow the warnings listed on this page.
WARNING
Patients should be discouraged from sitting directly on the ends of the stretcher. Excessive weight will cause
the litter surface to tip up, possibly causing patient injury.
Always apply the caster brakes when a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. Push on the stretcher to en-
sure the brakes are securely locked. Always engage the brakes unless the stretcher is being moved. Injury
could result if the stretcher moves while a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. If brakes do not hold proper-
ly, refer to your stretcher maintenance manual for a brake adjustment procedure.
Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or lowering the litter height.
Be sure the siderail latching mechanism is working properly at all times. If it is not, refer to your stretcher
maintenance manual for ”Siderail Latch Adjustment”.
When lowering the siderail to the collapsed position, keep extremities of patients and staff away from the side-
rail spindles or injury could occur.
To avoid injury or damage to the equipment, do not allow the siderail to lower on its own.
When using the SAFR Board to transfer a patient, always lock the brakes on all stretchers, beds, etc. being
used and always be certain the transfer board is placed securely on the surface of the mating stretcher or
bed. The patient stretcher and the mating surface must be at the same height before the patient is transferred.
When the SAFR Board is being used to transfer a patient, the support post must be in the stored (down) posi-
tion. Damage to the support post will occur if it is pushed up against a stretcher, table, etc.
The weight of the patient’s head is resting on the head piece and must be supported by the operator when
the latches are released and the head piece is being positioned. Failure to adequately support the head piece
while positioning the head could result in patient injury.
The weight of the I.V. bags should not exceed 40 pounds.
CAUTION
The dual articulating headpiece is designed to provide precision surgical positioning. Be sure to treat it with
care. The unit should be routinely checked to ensure optimal performance. In the event of any impact or
overload of the headpiece, be sure the unit is working properly and supports the intended load. Verify the
adjustment gears lock and release properly and, if necessary, refer to the adjustment procedure in the mainte-
nance manual.
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
