Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
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1. FERNO When it s Critical Users Manual Scoop EXL Stretcher Series May 2006 GLO Pub No 234 2125 05 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Disclaimer This manual contains general instructions for the use operation and care of this product The instructions are not all inclusive Safe and proper use of this product is solely at the discretion of the user Safety information is included as a service to the user All other safety measures taken by the user should be within and under consideration of applicable regulations It is recommended that training on the proper use of this product be provided before using this product in an actual situation Retain this manual for future reference Include it with the product in the event of transfer to new users Additional free copies are available upon request from Customer Service Proprietary Notice The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Ferno Washington Inc Wilmington Ohio USA Ferno Washington Inc reserves all patent rights proprietary design rights manufacturing rights reproduction use rights and sales use rights thereto and to any article disclosed therein except to the extent those rights are expressly granted to others or where not applicable to vendor proprietary parts Copyright Ferno Washington Inc All rights reserved Ferno Washington Inc 70 Weil Way Wilmington OH 45177 9371 U S A Telephone Toll Free 12. 05 May 2006 Illustration Page Figure 10 Lifting the Stretcher 52 12 Using Additional El 13 Maintenance Schedule sseeesccccecsssssssncneccceesees 14 Figure 11 Pin in Coupling Half 15 Figure 12 Attaching a Two Piece Restraint 17 Figure 13 Attaching a Speed Clip to a Pin 18 Figure 14 Speed Clip Attached from Top of AE DUAL E E E Odense 18 Figure 15 Speed Clip Attached from Underside of D DAS DELLE EE E E E 18 Parts D A a decades 19 Serial Number Location nain mue 21 3 Safety Information Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 1 Warning 1 2 Important Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous Important notices emphasize important usage or situation which 1f not avoided could result in injury maintenance information Important Do not attach lifting devices such as ropes or bridles to stretcher handholds or pins Always WARNING Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained personnel to operate the stretcher lift and carry the stretcher by hand grasping the handholds and main frame In heavy rescue situations secure the stretcher in a transport basket and attach lifting devices to the basket Improper use of the stretcher can cause injury Use the stretcher only for the purpose described in this manual Improper operation can cause injury Operate 1 3 Bloodborne Disease Notice the stretcher only as des
3. 5 5 Inspecting the Stretcher Have your service s equipment maintenance personnel inspect the stretcher regularly Follow the checklist below and work the stretcher through all its functions as described in this manual INSPECTION CHECKLIST Are all components present Is the stretcher free of excessive wear Do all moving parts couplings levers hinges and sliding frame operate smoothly and properly Are the coupling pins securely in place See subsection 5 7 pages 15 and 16 Does the foot section lock properly into each position Are all 8 speed clip pins securely in place For stretchers with pins Do the head and foot end couplings require lubrication Is restraint webbing in good condition with no cuts or frayed edges Are restraint buckles free of visible damage and do they operate properly Do speed clips on restraints function properly If inspection indicates damage or excessive wear take the stretcher out of service until repairs are made see Parts and Service page 19 If inspection indicates damage or excessive wear to restraint s take restraint s out of service and destroy to prevent accidental use For replacement restraints contact your Ferno distributor or Ferno Customer Relations page 21 Keep maintenance records Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Maintenance 5 6 Lubricating the Stretcher The stretcher s head end and foot end couplings are
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5. Restraints to the Scoop EXL Stretcher with Pins The Scoop EXL Stretcher with Pins requires restraints fitted with speed clips Ferno recommends using five or seven foot two piece restraints Important Restraints fitted with plastic buckles Model 773 P are secondary restraints Do not use them on ambulance cots or other equipment requiring primary restraints Use only as described in the restraint users manual To attach a speed clip to the pin l gt Unbuckle the restraint separating it into two pieces Press the spring latch of the speed clip against a speed clip pin Figure 13 until the clip snaps into place around the pin Figure 14 Confirm that the speed clip is securely fastened to the pin Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to fasten the other half of the restraint to the matching pin on the opposite side of the stretcher Attach remaining restraints following Steps 1 4 Note Speed clips are usually attached from the top of the stretcher as in Figure 14 but this may be difficult in some situations If the patient is large or lying in an unusual position it may be easier to attach speed clips from the underside of the stretcher as in Figure 15 Important Do not attach lifting devices such as ropes or bridles to stretcher handholds or pins Always lift and carry the stretcher by hand grasping the handholds and main frame In heavy rescue situations secure the stretcher in a transport bas
6. beside the patient and align the headrest area with the patient s nose Adjust the foot section to extend a little beyond the bottom of the patient s feet Adjust the length of the stretcher before uncoupling the halves This ensures equal adjustment to both halves TO LENGTHEN OR SHORTEN THE STRETCHER 1 Move the lock pin lever on each side of the frame to the unlocked position Figure 3 Note When the stretcher is lying face up on a flat surface the locked position is down and the unlocked position is up Figure 3 2 Pull the foot section outward to the desired length stopping near one of the locking positions located at the holes along the foot section frame 3 Return both lock pin levers to the locked position Figure 3 4 Push or pull the foot section a little until it locks into place 5 Make sure both sides are securely locked Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Using the Stretcher Closed Position Extended Positions 3 Figure 2 Foot Section Locking Positions Locked Figure 3 Using the Lock Pin Lever Using the Stretcher 4 5 Applying the Stretcher To apply the stretcher to a patient separate the stretcher halves and use local protocols when carefully moving the stretcher under the patient as follows l Unfold the stretcher See Folding Unfolding the Stretcher page 8 Lay the stretcher next to the patient and adjust the lengt
7. lubricated during assembly but may require additional lubrication with use Choose one of the following lubrication methods Apply lubricant s to the points indicated below METHOD A WHITE LITHIUM GREASE 1 Apply a small amount of white lithium grease to the sliding surfaces of the end couplings 2 Wipe off excess lubricant METHOD B DRY COATING TEFLON LUBRICANT l Spray a very small amount of general purpose dry coating Teflon lubricant onto the sliding surfaces of the end couplings Follow the lubricant manufacturer s instructions 2 Wipe off excess lubricant 5 7 Checking and Securing Pins in the Couplings Follow the instructions below to check that the pins in the Twin Safety Lock couplings are securely in place If a pin has loosened follow the instructions on page 16 to tighten it Ifa pin is missing remove the stretcher from service until the pin has been replaced see Parts and Service page 19 CHECKING THE PINS There are four threaded pins in the couplings one pin in each half of each coupling Figure 11 Loctite 270 threadlocker is applied to the pins during assembly of Figure 11 Pin in Coupling Half 15 Maintenance the stretcher If a pin becomes loose it can be tightened by applying additional threadlocker as directed below in Reinstalling a Pin To check for loose pins l 16 Use pliers that are maximum 1 2 inch 12mm thick Wrap tape around the
8. pliers jaws to prevent damaging the pins Attempt to unthread the first pin If the pin holds and you cannot unthread it without extra effort it is secure and no repair is needed on that pin If you are able to unthread the pin follow instructions in Reinstalling a Pin below Check the remaining three pins and reinstall any that are not securely in place REINSTALLING A PIN Finish unthreading the loose pin and remove it from the Twin Safety Lock Remove any particles of used threadlocker from the screw thread and the lock body Dry the cleaned surfaces of the pin and lock body Apply Loctite 270 to the dry screw thread until the thread is fully covered with the threadlocker Insert the pin into the lock body and thread the pin in using the pliers Remove all excess threadlocker material Allow the threadlocker to cure for several hours before returning the stretcher to service Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Stretcher Setup 6 STRETCHER SETUP 6 1 Attaching Restraints to the Scoop EXL and Scoop EXL Mortuary Stretchers The Scoop EXL Stretcher and the Scoop EXL Mortuary Stretcher include a set of three patient restraints The l restraints may be constructed in one or two pieces 2 Follow the setup instructions that apply to the restraints shipped with your stretcher Important Restraints fitted with plastic buck
9. s Height Figure 7 Fastening Restraints Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 4 6 Applying the Stretcher in a V Configuration Unfold the stretcher and adjust the length see Adjusting Stretcher Length page 9 Unfasten the restraints if stored on stretcher Open only the foot end coupling To open press the Twin Safety Lock levers on the foot end coupling and pull the foot end halves of the stretcher apart to form an inverted V Position the stretcher with the patient s head at the coupled head end of the stretcher Figure 8 Use local protocols to work the stretcher inward and under the patient Work from head to foot until the coupling halves at the foot end meet Note Use care to avoid pinching or pulling the patient s skin hair or clothing while working the stretcher halves into place beneath the patient 6 Push the foot end coupling halves together until the Twin Safety Locks meet and lock Check that the Twin Safety Locks at both ends of the stretcher are fully engaged To test for proper lock engagement pull the coupling halves away from each other without pressing on the lock levers The couplings will remain securely joined if the locks are fully engaged Fasten and tighten all patient restraints Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Using the Stretcher Head End Closed Foot End Open 2 Figur
10. XL Stretcher Series Using the Stretcher 4 8 Using Additional Help Using Additional Help e At minimum two trained operators are required to operate the stretcher They will need help when ne pe eng ane sanyin carrying the stretcher with an adult patient and when working with a heavy patient Two a Operators e Operators should maintain control of the stretcher operate moving parts and direct any helpers Two Helpers e The chart at right shows the suggested placement for operators and helpers Two Operators Four Helpers Key O Operator H Helper P Patient 350 Ib LOAD 159 kg LIMIT Inspect the stretcher if the load limit has been exceeded see Inspecting the Stretcher page 15 WARNING Helpers can cause injury or be injured Operate and maintain control of the stretcher and direct all helpers Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 13 Maintenance Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Maintenance Schedule The stretcher requires regular maintenance Set up and follow a maintenance schedule A sample maintenance record sheet is provided on page 23 The table below represents minimum intervals for maintenance When using maintenance products follow the manufacturers directions and read the manufacturers material safety data sheets Maintenance Minimum Intervals Disinfecting this page Cleaning this page Inspecting page 15 Lu
11. bricating page 15 A WARNING Improper maintenance can cause injury Saeco Boge E i e Maintain the stretcher only as described in this manual 14 5 2 Disinfecting the Stretcher 1 Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant after each use Follow disinfectant manufacturer s instructions 2 Inspect the stretcher for obvious damage as you disinfect it Important Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach phenolics or iodines can damage the stretcher Disinfect and clean only with products that do not contain these chemicals 5 3 Cleaning the Stretcher Clean the stretcher with warm soapy water and a cloth or soft brush or wipe with a mild solvent The stretcher panels are composed of a polymer material that does not require waxing Important Steam and water under high pressure penetrate joints flush away lubricant and cause corrosion Do not use steam or a high pressure washer to clean the stretcher 5 4 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Restraints Disinfecting and cleaning procedures vary according to restraint model For disinfecting and cleaning instructions refer to the restraint users manual packaged with the restraints Important Restraints may be damaged by improper maintenance Follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in the restraint users manual packaged with the restraints Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
12. cribed in this manual To reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases such as HIV 1 and hepatitis when using the Scoop EXL An unattended patient can be injured Stay Stretcher follow the disinfecting and cleaning with the patient at all times instructions in this manual An unrestrained patient can fall off the stretcher and be injured Use restraints to secure the patient on the stretcher Helpers can cause injury or be injured Operate and maintain control of the stretcher and direct all helpers Improper maintenance can cause injury Maintain the stretcher only as described in this manual Improper parts and service can cause injury Use only Ferno parts and Ferno approved service on the stretcher Modifying the stretcher can cause injury and damage Use the stretcher only as designed by Ferno Attaching improper items to the stretcher can cause injury Use only Ferno approved items on the stretcher 4 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Operator Skills and Training 2 OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING A WARNING 2 1 Skills Operators using the stretcher need Untrained operators can cause injury or be Lj a working knowledge of emergency patient injured Permit only trained personnel to handling procedures operate the stretcher _J the ability to assist the patient Lj a complete understanding of the procedures described in this manual 2 2 Training Train
13. e 8 Applying Stretcher in V Configuration Il Using the Stretcher Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 4 7 Lifting and Carrying the Stretcher e Always lift and carry the stretcher by hand Do not attach lifting devices such as ropes or bridles to the stretcher handholds or pins For heavy rescue situations secure the stretcher in a transport basket and attach the lifting devices to the basket e Use a minimum of two operators to lift the stretcher Use two operators and two helpers to maintain stability of the stretcher when carrying an adult patient To carry the stretcher 1 Operators stand at opposite ends of the stretcher Helpers position themselves as shown in Using Additional Help page 13 2 Grasp the handholds with an underhand grip palms up Figure 9 3 Use proper lifting techniques to lift and carry the stretcher and patient Figure 10 Note Lift only the weight you can safely handle Use additional help as needed when lifting and carrying the stretcher See Using Additional Help page 13 Figure 10 Lifting the Stretcher Important Do not attach lifting devices such as ropes or bridles to stretcher handholds or pins Always lift and carry the stretcher by hand grasping the handholds and main frame In heavy rescue situations secure the stretcher in a transport basket and attach lifting devices to the basket 12 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop E
14. ees need to LJ practice with the stretcher before using it in 3 regular service LJ follow a training program designed by their training officer Qi be tested on their understanding of the stretcher LJ read this manual For additional free users Lj record their training information A sample manuals contact your Ferno distributor or Ferno training record sheet is provided on page 22 Customer Relations page 21 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 5 About the Stretcher Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 3 ABOUT THE STRETCHER 3 1 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Description The Scoop EXL Stretcher called the stretcher in this manual is a patient handling device designed to scoop patients from the ground or floor in confined spaces or when the patient needs to be moved with little change of body position The stretcher is for professional use by a minimum of two trained operators The stretcher series comprises three models Scoop EXL Stretcher Scoop EXL Stretcher with Pins and Scoop EXL Mortuary Stretcher Operation of all stretcher models is identical The type of patient restraints selected or supplied varies All three models of the stretcher are constructed in two halves that uncouple to slide under the patient or body then re couple for lifting The stretcher may also be uncoupled at only the foot end and opened into a V configuration to scoop the patient or body Other fea
15. ers except external finish and soft goods are warranted for 2 years e EZ Glide Chairs are warranted for 2 years e EMS bags replaceable bottom excluded and backboards are warranted for lifetime replacement Damage caused by accident abuse misuse or improper care will be repaired at a reasonable charge for which you will be informed prior to the repair work being done e Integrated Charging System ICS is warranted for 2 years Ferno repairs are warranted for 90 days from the date of repair This limited warranty applies only when the product is used as described in the instructions provided The warranty period begins when the product is shipped from Ferno or when you receive it if you have proof of delivery Shipping charges are not covered by this limited warranty Ferno is not liable for shipping damages or damages sustained through using the product Non Ferno products sold by Ferno retain the product manufacturer s original warranties Ferno offers no warranties of any kind additional to those of the product manufacturer nor does Ferno assume any liability for products manufactured by others Limited Warranty Obligation If a product is proven defective Ferno will repair or replace it or at our option refund the item s purchase price In no event is Ferno liable for more than the selling price of the product The purchaser accepts these terms in lieu of all damages This is a summary of the limited warranty The actual ter
16. essssteeeeeees 031 2600 2 pc 5 ft MMAOOIL satin 031 3752 430 PA Restraint for EXL polyester webbing plastic buckle 2 pc 5 ft Maroon eee een eee 031 4018 773 P Restraint w Swivel Speed Clips plastic buckle 2 pc 5 ft DUO UN 031 3992 770 Fastrap Restraint System 004 031 3265 449 WizLoc Cervical Collar 3 pack 081 9750 455 HeadHugger Disposable Head Immobilizer CO ETE ENAN 083 1919 Universal Scoop Storage Brackets 081 9876 71 Basket Sirot Def senscia 010 7100 71 S Split Basket Stretcher 0 0 000 010 7130 A WARNING Attaching improper items to the stretcher can cause injury Use only Ferno approved items on the stretcher Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Warranty Ferno Customer Relations 9 WARRANTY Limited Warranty Summary Ferno products are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year except e External finishes gelcoat paint powdercoat decals etc are warranted for 90 days e Soft goods webbing vinyl fabric foam etc are warranted for 90 days e Fiberglass AquaCiser tanks are warranted against leakage for 5 years e Stainless hydrotherapy tanks are warranted against tank shell leakage and corrosion for 5 years Mortuary products except hydraulic parts and soft goods are warranted for 2 years e Ambulance cots and ambulance transport
17. etcher 4424 14 3 Cleaning the SUHCLOM R 2 14 5 4 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Restraints 14 5 5 Inspecting the Stretcher 202 0000e00s0scceeeees 15 5 6 Lubricating the Stretcher ina 15 5 7 Checking Securing Pins in the Couplings 15 16 6 Stretcher Setup 2 17 18 6 1 Attaching Restraints to the Scoop EXL and Scoop EXL Mortuary Stretchers 2 220005 2 220s00sdse0dsindicass 17 6 2 Attaching Restraints to the Scoop EXL Stretcher a E E E E A 18 7 Paris ANG SEL VICE seccesscsaetccessesecesascsansssnenecessinssncwessecs 19 8 Accessories and Related Products 00seeees 20 9 Limited Warranty sense 21 10 Ferno Customer Relations sssssssesesessssssee 21 Tramino ROCCO etes 22 Maintenance Record siissssecsiscsscccscteacasstsaasecanssdanessessesveass 23 Illustrations Illustration Page Stretcher Components ss sssetetrasssssnenssentiinens 7 Figure 1 Stretcher in Folded Position sens 8 Figure 2 Foot Section Locking Positions 9 Figure 3 Using the Lock Pin Lever cccccccceeeeeeeeees 9 Figure 4 End Coupling Joined ss 10 Figure 5 Pressing the Lock Levers and Separating th End COUDES ee 10 Figure 6 Applying the Stretcher Halves 10 Figure 7 Fastening ReSITaints sas 10 Figure 8 Applying Stretcher in a V Configuration 11 Figure 9 Preparing to Lift the Stretcher 12 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125
18. h to the patient s height see Adjusting Stretcher Length page 9 Unfasten the restraints 1f stored on stretcher To separate the stretcher halves unlock the Twin Safety Lock coupling Figure 4 at each end of the stretcher To unlock a coupling press both levers of the Twin Safety Lock and pull the coupling halves away from each other Figure 5 Position half of the stretcher on each side of the patient aligning the center of the headrest area with the patient s nose Figure 6 Use local protocols to carefully work the stretcher halves under the patient until the end couplings meet Note Use care to avoid pinching or pulling the patient s skin hair or clothing while working the stretcher halves into place 7 10 To rejoin the stretcher halves align the right and left halves of the head and foot couplings and push them together until the Twin Safety Locks engage Check that the Twin Safety Locks at both ends of the stretcher are fully engaged To test for proper lock engagement pull the coupling halves away from each other without pressing on the lock levers The couplings will remain securely joined if the locks are fully engaged Fasten and tighten all patient restraints Figure 7 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Twin Safety Lock Levers N Figure 5 Pressing the Lock Levers and Separating the End Coupling Headrest Area Centered with Patient s Nose Adjusted to Patient
19. ket and attach lifting devices to the basket 18 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Figure 14 Speed Clip Attached from Top of Stretcher viewed from top of stretcher Figure 15 Speed Clip Attached from Underside of Stretcher viewed from top of stretcher Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series Parts and Service 7 PARTS AND SERVICE 7 1 Parts and Service U S A and Canada To order stretcher parts or for professional stretcher repair contact EMSAR the only agent authorized by Ferno to manage service and repair Ferno products EMSAR factory trained technicians use Ferno approved parts and repair procedures EMSAR has a franchise location serving you For details phone fax or visit EMSAR s web site 1 800 73 EMSAR Phone 1 937 383 1051 Fax www EMSAR com Internet 7 2 Parts and Service Worldwide To order Ferno parts and for professional stretcher repair contact your Ferno distributor Your distributor is the only agent authorized by Ferno to manage service and repair Ferno products 7 3 Parts List SqOVIDING QUAL Ity EMSAR SERVICE AND REPAS A WARNING Improper parts and service can Cause injury Use only Ferno parts and Ferno approved service on the stretcher A WARNING Modifying the stretcher can cause injury and damage Use the stretcher only as designed by Ferno Yellow Gray Ref Description Part Part Somer Two f
20. les Model 430 P and 430 PA are secondary restraints Do not use them on ambulance cots or other equipment requiring primary restraints Use only as described in the restraint users manual ONE PIECE RESTRAINTS To attach a one piece restraint 1 Place the patient on the stretcher using local protocols and following the instructions in this manual 2 One operator lifts one end of the stretcher while the other operator places the one piece restraint under the stretcher 3 Feed the restraint up through the handholds and fasten it around the patient 4 Repeat Steps 2 3 to attach additional restraints 5 Confirm that all restraints are securely fastened TWO PIECE RESTRAINTS To attach a two piece restraint Unbuckle the restraint separating it into two pieces Pass the looped end of one restraint piece upward through a handhold opening on the stretcher frame Figure 12 Hold the loop open and thread the buckle of the restraint through the loop Figure 12 Pull the buckle and webbing through the loop until the loop is snug against the stretcher frame Loop Handhold Opening Figure 12 Attaching a Two Piece Restraint 5 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Repeat Steps 2 4 to attach the other half of the restraint to opposite handhold Repeat Steps 1 5 to attach additional restraints Confirm that all restraints are securely fastened 17 Stretcher Setup 6 2 Attaching
21. ms and conditions of the limited warranty and the limitations of liability and disclaimers are available upon request by calling 800 733 3766 or 937 382 1451 10 FERNO CUSTOMER RELATIONS Customer service and product support are important aspects of each Ferno product For assistance please contact Ferno Customer Relations Serial Number Please have the serial number of your Scoop EXL Stretcher available when calling Ferno Customer Relations and include it in all written communications Telephone 1OUHI 66 avicsssertecdescavsesescs 1 877 733 0911 T epN oer i 1 937 382 1451 Fax Toll free 2 msn 1 888 388 1349 l gt EE ATE 1 937 382 6569 Serial Number located on Internet www ferno com underside of stretcher Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 21 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series TRAINING RECORD 234 2125 05 May 2006 Training Method Ferno Washington Inc QL Ma as N N Name Scoop EXL Stretcher Series MAINTENANCE RECORD Date D W Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006
22. n this manual Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series About the Stretcher 3 3 Stretcher Components Twin Safety Lock Coupling Patient Head End Restraint 3 9 Side Handhold Headrest 4 per side Area STANDARD TORD SCOOP EXL Panel Corner Handhold Lock Pi 2 per end ock Pin a Lever 2 a Telescoping l Foot Section Twin Pin for Speed Clip with Leg Panels acer ia i oupling 4 per side Foot En Restraint 3 SCOOP EXL WITH PINS MORTUARY SCOOP EXL To request additional free users manuals USERS contact your Ferno distributor or call Ferno MANUAL Customer Relations at 1 877 733 0911 toll free or 1 937 382 1451 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 7 Using the Stretcher 4 1 Before Placing the Stretcher in Service 1 Personnel who will use the stretcher need to read this manual 2 Set up the stretcher following the instructions in Stretcher Setup pages 17 and 18 3 Confirm that the stretcher operates properly See Inspecting the Stretcher page 15 4 2 General Guidelines for Use A minimum of two trained operators is required Operators may need help when working with heavy patients For placement and direction of helpers see Using Additional Help page 13 Lj Follow standard patient handling procedures when using the stretcher Lj Stay with the patient at all times Q Always use
23. olding hinges right left with lock pin levers eeecceeceeeeeees 190 1040 190 1041 2 Two folding hinges right left w torso panels right left 190 1042 wee 190 1345 e ONS Two folding hinges right left w foot panels right left 90 1043 190 1346 4e Folding hinge lock pin lever w torso panel patient s left 190 1044 oe 190 1347 ee Folding hinge lock pin lever w torso panel patient s right 120406 190 1348 Cee Folding hinge lock pin lever w foot panel patient s left n nn 190 1046 temcene seameennanes 190 1349 D Folding hinge lock pin lever w foot panel patient s right 90 1047 190 1350 ner Pins for Twin Safety Lock coupling M8X 75 pair 190 1584 wee 190 1584 de Restraints see Accessories page 20 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 19 Accessories and Related Products Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 8 ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS The Ferno accessories listed here are approved for use with the stretcher Ferno also has a full line of emergency products for the EMS professional Always follow the instructions packed with accessories Keep the instructions with this manual Contact Ferno Customer Relations page 21 or your Ferno distributor for product information 20 Part Description 430 Restraint nylon webbing metal buckle 1 pc 7 ft Maroon 0 0 ee eece
24. patient restraints 4 3 Folding Unfolding the Stretcher To fold the stretcher 1 Lay the stretcher flat on the floor or ground 2 Move the lock pin levers to the unlocked position the upper notch as in Figure 3 page 9 3 Fully extend the foot section by pulling it out until the hinges are completely visible 4 Luftthe foot section and fold it over onto the torso panel Figure 1 The stretcher can be stored folded or in the shortest unfolded position To unfold the stretcher lay the stretcher flat on the floor or ground Lift the foot section off the torso panel and unfold until it lies flat then follow instructions in Adjusting the Stretcher Length page 9 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 4 USING THE STRETCHER A WARNING Improper operation can cause injury Operate the stretcher only as described in this manual A WARNING An unattended patient can be injured Stay with the patient at all times A WARNING An unrestrained patient can fall off the stretcher and be injured Use restraints to secure the patient on the stretcher Figure 1 Stretcher in Folded Position Ferno Washington Inc 234 2125 05 May 2006 Scoop EXL Stretcher Series 4 4 Adjusting the Stretcher Length The stretcher length can be adjusted to the patient s height by moving the telescoping foot section to one of four locking positions Figure 2 To determine if length adjustment is needed position the stretcher
25. tures are ALL MODELS Polymer panel material is X ray translucent impervious to fluids and does not conduct heat or cold to the patient e Telescoping foot section adjusts to four locking positions for length adjustment e Four corner handholds e Eight side handholds e Stretcher folds for storage e Twin Safety Lock couplings SCOOP EXL e Color Yellow e Set of 3 patient restraints SCOOP EXL WITH PINS e Color Yellow e Eight pins for attaching restraints with speed clips MORTUARY SCOOP EXL e Color Gray e Set of 3 restraints 3 2 General Specifications Length NE 79 in 201 cm Intermediate Le 74 in 189 cm Intermediate 2 70 in 177 cm NADIA a 65 in 165 cm OI one re oe 47 in 120 cm Width et 17 in 43 cm Depth IP eee E E 3 in 7 cm Told ee uecsecaceeactucteranee 3 in 8 cm WV 1A PP T ETETE 18 lb 8 kg Load Limit 350 lb 159 kg General specifications are rounded to the nearest whole number Metric conversions are calculated before rounding the English measurements For more information contact Ferno Customer Relations page 21 or your Ferno distributor Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice LOAD LIMIT 350 Ib 159 kg Inspect the stretcher if the load limit has been exceeded see Inspecting the Stretcher page 15 A WARNING Improper use of the stretcher can cause injury Use the stretcher only for the purpose described i
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