Stryker M Series - Transporting with Drive Wheel

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TRANSPORTING THE STRETCHER USING THE DRIVE WHEEL
WARNING
Serious injury can result if caution is not used when
operating the unit. Operate the unit only when all persons
are clear of the electrical and mechanical systems.
Ensure that the brakes are completely released before
attempting to move the unit. Attempting to move the unit
with the brakes actuated could result in injury to the patient
or operator.
To transport the strecher using the drive wheel:
1. Unplug the power cord from the power source and
secure the cord on the storage bracket to prevent
entanglement while the unit is in motion. The drive
function will not operate if the power cord is plugged
into the power source.
2. Engage the drive wheel by rotating the pedal in the
proper direction as shown on the Head End or Foot
End Pedal Directional label. To place the drive wheel
in the neutral position, rotate the pedal until it is level.
CAUTION
Do not engage the pedal when the drive wheel is resting
on a threshold or other raised area. The force required to
engage the drive wheel will be higher than normal, possibly
causing damage.
3. Put the “On/Drive - Off/Manual” switch in the On
position. There are two LED’s on the drive handle
that indicate whether the unit is ready for driving.
• If the green LED is on, the unit is ready.
• If the amber LED is on, the unit is not ready. If
the unit is not ready for driving, verify that the:
• Pedal is in the brake or neutral position.
• Power cord is plugged in the power source.
• Power switch is in the “Off/Manual”
position.
WARNING
Use caution while maneuvering the unit with the drive
wheel activated. Always ensure there are no obstacles
near the unit while the drive wheel is activated. Injury to
the patient, user or bystanders or damage to the unit or
surrounding equipment could occur if the unit collides with
an obstacle.
If unanticipated motion occurs, unplug the power source
and rotate the “On/Drive - Off/Manual” switch to the Off
position.
Head End Pedal
Directional Label
Foot End Pedal
Directional Label
On/Drive - Off/Manual Switch Label
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Stretcher Operation
Figure 3 - Pedal and Switch