Stat Trac® Cot Fastening System
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1. Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Users Manual Using the Stat Trac 5 USING THE STAT TRAC 5 1 Compatible Cots The Stat Trac is for use only with Ferno cots and transporters See Cot and Fastening System Compatibility page 4 and Compatible Cots Transporters page 7 5 2 Loading a Cot To secure a cot in the Stat Trac l 2 If the ambulance has a folding step bumper raise it Place the cot in a loading position see the cot Users Manual for instructions Roll the cot to the open rear doors of the ambulance and align the head end loading post on the cot with the Stat Trac Figure 5 Using the Stat Trac funnel as a guide roll the cot into the ambulance until the head end loading post passes the safety stop Roll the cot out of the ambulance until it stops against the safety stop This verifies the cot 1s held securely before the operators unlock the undercarriage Keeping the cot level with the ambulance floor fold the cot undercarriage as instructed in the cot Users Manual and begin pushing the cot into the ambulance and Stat Trac While keeping the cot level with the ambulance floor align the cot s foot end loading post with the funnel and push the cot into the Stat Trac as far as possible Slide the foot end of the cot to the left to engage the foot end loading post in the cot lock Figure 6 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Improper operation can2. Using the Fastener Release Handle PROFlexx Series Cots 12 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Maintenance Stat Trac Users Manual 6 MAINTENANCE 6 1 Maintenance Schedule The Stat Trac requires regular maintenance Set up and follow a maintenance schedule A form is provided on page 16 The chart at right represents minimum maintenance Whenusing maintenance products follow the manufacturer s directions and read the manufacturers material safety data sheets Contact Ferno Customer Relations to order Ferno cleaners and disinfectants page 2 6 2 Disinfecting the Stat Trac Remove the Stat Trac from the ambulance Wipe all surfaces with a disinfectant following the disinfectant manufacturer s directions Ferno recommends you inspect the Stat Trac for obvious damage as you disinfect it 6 3 Cleaning the Stat Trac Remove the Stat Trac from the ambulance Wash all surfaces with a mild detergent Use a stiff bristled brush if necessary to remove stains Rinse with warm water and dry with a towel Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Improper maintenance can cause injury Maintain the Stat Trac only as described in this manual Minimum Maintenance Intervals lt x Disinfecting this page ef lemingthispag Inspecting page 19 dede O Q9 O g Q9 N Important Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach phenolics or iodines can harm the Stat Trac Disinfect
3. top shim placing any additional shims beneath it Use as needed Note Refer to Figure 9 for these instructions 1 Place the mounting block in the mounting block cavity with the ramp toward the door Figure 9 and ou Maus Propet CU dne noel Co due metal subfloor and the mounting block is too high test the fit contact the ambulance manufacturer or Ferno The flange or lip on the mounting block should rest Customer Relations page 2 for assistance flat on the floor Refer to the Placement Notes at right If your ambulance has a corrugated subfloor use to resolve any issues shims to fill any areas that do not provide stable 2 If the mounting block does not completely fill the support for the mounting blocks cavity place the beauty shim plate in the cavity and then the mounting block Test the fit 3 Repeat Steps 1 2 to place the other mounting block s Mounting Block Ramp Faces Rear Doors Ambulance Doors Figure 9 Installing the Mounting Blocks Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 31 Installing the Stat Trac 5 4 Installing the Mounting Blocks Items Needed Model 165 8 3 8 inch Socket Head Cap Screws 2 Backing Plates 8 3 8 inch Elastic Locknuts l Tube of Silicone Caulking Items Needed Models 185 MT 185 LT 12 3 8 inch Socket Head Cap Screws 3 Backing Plates 12 3 8 inch Elastic Locknuts l Tube of Silicone Caulking Note Use Figure 10 below for reference as you
4. 15 Connect the two marks made in Step 6 This line Line B will be the rear edge of the second mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line B mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the second mounting block Place a mounting block on Line B with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 8 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block Starting from Line B measure 73 236 73 15 64 1860 2 millimeters inches into the patient compartment and mark a point on each side of the Centerline Connect the two marks made in Step 10 This line Line C will be the rear edge of the third mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line C mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the third mounting block Place a mounting block on Line C with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 12 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block Centerline 17 000 Minimum gt Aa 000 ee Third Mounting Block Outline Ambulance Front Ambulance Rear Figure 3 Floor Markings for Model 185 MT Medium 96 Stat Trac Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 27 Marking the Floor Stat Trac Installation Manual 4 6 Measuring for the Model 185 LT Long Stat Trac Note Refer to Figure 4 for these instructions l Mark the
5. 2 1 Skills Operators using the Stat Trac need e Working knowledge of emergency patient handling procedures e acomplete understanding of the procedures described in this manual 2 2 Training Operator trainees need to e read and understand this manual e be trained on the use of the Stat Trac e practice with the Stat Trac before using it with a patient e record their training information A sample training record sheet is provided on page 15 Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained personnel to operate the Stat Trac 3 ABOUT THE STAT TRAC 3 1 Description Models 185 185 MT and 185 LT Stat Trac Cot Fastening Systems referred to as the Stat Trac in this manual are devices designed to secure a Ferno cot or transporter inside a ground based ambulance See Cot and Fastening System Compatibility page 4 for more information Each Stat Trac is sold with one track and one Combined Users and Installation Manual Installation kits are sold separately Stat Trac features include e Wide Angle Funnel makes loading cots easy e Track Loading allows straight in cot loading without cot drift e Safety Stop holds cot secure inside ambulance while operators unlock the undercarriage during the loading and unloading process e Single Hand Cot Release e Aluminum shell impact resistant easy to clean e Easy Removal for cleaning The Stat Trac is for professional use only Ferno
6. both ends of the Stat Trac in the blocks incorrectly mounting blocks at the same time 1 Adjust the Stat Trac see Adjusting the Wedging o Fastener Posts page 34 and Adjusting the One of the mounting blocks is installed at a puctener Post Brackets page 35 different level than the other s 2 Remount the mounting blocks so they are level or 1 16 1 6 mm above the floor The mounting blocks are loose ess the mounting block socket head cap Adjust the Stat Trac see Adjusting the Fastener The fastener posts are not adjusted properly Posts page 34 and Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets page 35 Loose Mounting Vertical looseness 1 Take out the mounting block and remove shim s as needed Reinstall the mounting Wobbly Mounting The mounting blocks are more than 1 16 1 6 blocks and remaining shim s Side to side looseness mm inch above the floor 2 Adjust the Stat Trac see Adjusting the Fastener Posts page 34 and Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets page 35 l O _ Remove debris and clean the mounting Dirt or debris is inside the mounting block blocks and or Stat Trac Stat Trac Will Not Lock Into the Mounting Blocks Adjust the Stat Trac see Adjusting the Fastener The floor of the ambulance is not level Posts page 34 and Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets page 35 Note f the corrective actions above do not solve the problem contact Ferno Customer Relations page 2 or your ambulan
7. floor along the line where the closed rear doors meet the patient compartment floor If the doors close flush with the patient compartment floor start from this edge Starting from the mark made in Step 1 or the floor edge measure and mark a point on each side of the Centerline at 2 385 2 25 64 inches 60 58 millimeters into the patient compartment Connect the two marks made in Step 2 This line Line A will be the rear edge of the first mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line A mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the first mounting block Place a mounting block on Line A with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 4 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block Starting at Line A measure 15 875 15 7 8 inches 403 23 millimeters into the patient compartment and mark a point on each side of the Centerline Connect the two marks made in Step 6 This line Line B will be the rear edge of the second mounting block 10 11 12 13 Starting from the Centerline on Line B mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the second mounting block Place a mounting block on Line B with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 8 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block Starting from Line B measure 73 236 73 15 64 i
8. installed without backing plates can fail in a crash Use properly installed backing plates to secure the Stat Trac at all mounting points Improperly installed backing plates can fail in a crash Secure the backing plates to primary structural members of the ambulance at all mounting points Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained personnel to operate the Stat Trac Improper use can cause injury Use the Stat Trac only for the purpose described in this manual An improper cot can cause injury Use only Ferno cots designed or properly modified for use with the Stat Trac Improper operation can cause injury Operate the Stat Trac only as described in this manual Improper maintenance can cause injury Maintain the Stat Trac only as described in this manual 1 2 Important Important notices emphasize important usage or maintenance information Failure to follow Important notices could result in damage to the product or property damage 1 3 Tip Tips provide recommendations for easier use of the product 1 4 Bloodborne Disease Notice To reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases such as HIV 1 and hepatitis when using the Stat Trac follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual 1 5 Cot and Fastening System Compatibility Note For the purpose of this notice all Ferno transporters are included under the generic term cot Combining different manufacturer
9. md Lue Second Mounting P 4 Pd Block Outline B 73 236 Ambulance Front p Ambulance Rear Figure 2 Floor Markings for Model 185 Short 86 Stat Trac Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Marking the Floor 4 5 Measuring for the Model 185 MT Medium Stat Trac Note Refer to Figure 3 for these instructions l Mark the floor along the line where the closed rear doors meet the patient compartment floor If the doors close flush with the patient compartment floor start from this edge Starting from the mark made in Step 1 or the floor edge measure and mark a point on each side of the Centerline at 2 385 2 25 64 inches 60 58 millimeters into the patient compartment Connect the two marks made in Step 2 This line Line A will be the rear edge of the first mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line A mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the first mounting block Place a mounting block on Line A with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 4 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block Starting at Line A measure 9 547 9 35 64 inches 242 5 millimeters into the patient compartment and mark a point on each side of the Centerline Second Mounting Block Outline First Mounting Block Outline Floor Edge or Door Edge 10 Lb 12
10. page 2 Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice 3 4 Using This Manual In this manual the term Stat Trac is used to refer to all models of the Stat Trac When differences exist the specific model name Model 185 Model 185 MT or Model 185 LT is used 3 5 Before Using the Stat Trac To install the Stat Trac refer to the Installation Manual pages 17 40 As a user be aware of the following e In the USA the ambulance must comply with the current version of Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 e Stat Trac installation requires the use of backing plates beneath the ambulance floor at all mounting points If your ambulance does not have the required backing plates have them installed e Inspect the Stat Trac regularly to ensure it meets all required standards required by your local government See Inspecting the Stat Trac page 14 e Install a new Stat Trac when remounting an ambulance box Removing and reinstalling an old Stat Trac can weaken the Stat Trac e Replace the Stat Trac if the ambulance is involved in a traffic accident Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 About the Stat Trac An improper cot can cause injury Use only Ferno cots designed or properly modified for use with the Stat Trac Stat Trac Change In 2012 the Stat Trac changed from plastic to aluminum sides The function of the Stat Trac is identical Only the weight and appearance chang
11. plates a minimum of 3 4 19 mm Note To order the required mounting kit or an optional Installation Template see Accessories page 37 20 Stat Trac Installation Manual 2 5 tems Required Model 185 MT Model 185 LT The following items not supplied are required to install the Model 185 MT and 185 LT Stat Trac Mounting blocks 3 ea Beauty Shim plates 3 ea may be needed Order kit 056 7030 Order kit 056 7030 Backing anchor plates 3 ea 3 8 SAE Grade 5 UNC 2 Zinc plated socket head cap screws 12 ea 3 8 SAE Grade 5 UNC 2 Zinc plated elastic lock nuts 12 ea 3 8 Drill bit ea 1 8 Drill bit ea 3 8 Socket head wrench ea 3 8 Box wrench ea Tube of silicone caulking ea Router or saber saw ea Order kit 081 9875 Order kit 081 9543 Template Model 185 MT optional Template Model 185 LT optional The Stat Trac is designed to be installed with at minimum A36 Grade steel backing plates 6061 T6 Grade aluminum backing plates or equivalent at all mounting points See Backing Plate Requirements page 23 for more information If the vehicle in which you are installing the Stat Trac does not have the required backing plates or their equivalent have them installed Consult the ambulance manufacturer for installation information The socket head cap screws and nuts should be of at least SAE Grade 5 with a corrosion resistant coating zinc plating recommended and a UNC 2 threa
12. see Troubleshooting page 36 FASTENER POSTS ARE SLOTTED If the fastener posts are slotted Figure 13 you can adjust the height of the fastener posts and the fastener post brackets If adjustment is needed 1 Adjust the height of the fastener posts first See Adjusting the Fastener Posts page 34 2 Adjust the fastener post brackets second See Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets page 35 3 Ifthe Stat Trac cannot be adjusted to fit the mounting blocks see Troubleshooting page 36 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Installing the Stat Trac Figure 13 Adjustable Fastener Post 33 Installing the Stat Trac Stat Trac Installation Manual 5 6 Adjusting the Fastener Posts Items Needed Stat Trac l Slotted Screwdriver Socket rech a E Socket Welded inec eep Well Socket or Socket Extension No t Removable The slotted fastener posts Figures 14 extend both below and into the center of the Stat Trac to secure the Stat Trac to the ambulance floor The depth of the fastener posts can be adjusted using a slotted screwdriver and 3 4 socket and socket wrench Note A deep well socket or socket wrench with an extension is needed 1 Use the 3 4 socket wrench to loosen and raise each fastener post nut until it is at the end top of the fastener post Figures 14 15 Repeat for the remaining nut s 2 Use the slotted screwdriver to lower turn clockwise each fastener post until th
13. test the fastening system setup to meet or exceed all applicable guidelines before using the setup in an ambulance Improper testing can cause injury Installers must test the fastening system setup to pass AMD Standard 004 before installing a Stat Trac in an ambulance Improperly installed backing plates can fail Secure the backing plates to primary structural members of the ambulance at all mounting points Improper adjustment can cause injury and damage Do not loosen the fastener posts If needed adjust only the height of the fastener post brackets Improper parts and service can cause injury Use only Ferno approved parts and Ferno approved service on the Stat Trac Modifying the Stat Trac can cause injury and damage Use the Stat Trac only as designed by Ferno 18 1 2 Important Important notices emphasize important usage or maintenance information Failure to follow Important notices could result in damage to the product or property damage 1 3 Tip Tips provide recommendations for easier use of the product 1 4 Cot and Fastening System Compatibility Note For the purpose of this notice all Ferno transporters are included under the generic term cot Combining different manufacturers products into a mixed component cot cot fastening system can increase the user s risk of injury and damage Ferno Washington Inc strongly recommends that only Ferno manufactured cots be used in Ferno manu
14. 22 contact 3 2 Backing Plate Requirements e Backing plates must be used at all mounting points e Backing plates must be ASTM A36 grade steel aluminum 6061 T6 or equivalent minimum Federal Supply Services Specifications Section Suite 8100 470 E L Enfant Plaza SW Washington DC 20407 For information about AMD standards contact e Atall mounting points the backing plates must be large enough to be welded at both ends to a rigid structural frame or structural reinforcement of the ambulance See Table 1 below for recommendations Ferno s recommendations do not replace the need to test your fastening system setup Ambulance Manufacturer s Division National Truck Equipment Association 37400 Hills Tech Drive Farmington Hills MI 48331 3414 e At all mounting points use a full penetration weld to secure the backing plates to the rigid structural frame members Spot welding is not sufficient for a quality installation Install backing plates on the ambulance if none are present Contact the ambulance manufacturer for installation information TABLE 1 RECOMMENDED MINIMUM BACKING PLATES Recommended Minimum Backing Plate Span Between Two Rigid Structural Frame Members Less than 9 229 mm 9 21 229 533 mm Thickness and Style Width Length 1 2 13 mm plate 3 4 19 mm plate A36 Steel 21 38 533 965 mm 1 25 mm plate Structural C channel 7 25 lb ft 38 54 965 1372 mm 1
15. 3ES ST 93EX ST and XCalibur if factory equipped Adaptor kits are available to modify Ferno Series 35A 35A 35P 93ES 93EX 93H POWERFlexx and XCalibur 1f not factory equipped for use with the Stat Trac 2 3 General Specifications Specifications are rounded to whole numbers Contact Ferno Customer Relations for additional information page 2 Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Important Owners of cots in the PROFlexx POWERFlexx and XCalibur series Cots with 6 152 mm wheels require the Stat Trac to be installed at least 17 431 8 mm from the side walls Installing closer than 17 431 8 mm may not allow clearance for the wheels to swivel during transporter removal If you installed a Stat Trac at the old minimum distance prior to June 1 2000 you must adjust your Stat Trac to the new 17 431 8 mm minimum wall clearance Center mounted Stat Tracs and those installed 17 431 8 mm or more from the wall do not require adjustment Follow the instructions on pages 17 40 of this manual for proper installation An improper cot can cause injury Use only Ferno cots designed or properly modified for use with the Stat Trac Specification Imperial Metric Overall 8in Model 185 Model 185 MT Model 185 LT 2184 mm 2438 mm 2616 mm Overall 3in 76 mm Model 185 55 b 24 9 kg Model 185 MT 61 Ib 27 7 kg Model 185 LT 65 Ib 2
16. 721 legs 0 321 flange 4 102 mm Less than 6 152 mm 1 2 13 mm plate Sufficient to span the 6061 T6 Aluminum distance between two rigid structural frame members 6 13 152 330 mm 3 4 19 mm plate 13 24 330 610 mm 1 25 mm plate Note These recommendations are guidelines Test your fastening system setup to meet or exceed all applicable standards Contact your ambulance manufacturer for installation assistance and for alternate materials of equal or greater strength Important The Stat Trac is designed to be installed with backing plates welded to rigid structural frame members at all mounting points See Contacts for Industry Standards above Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Important Ambulance construction varies widely Ferno s backing plate recommendations do not replace the installer s requirement to test the setup to meet or exceed all applicable standards 23 Marking the Floor Stat Trac Installation Manual 4 MARKING THE FLOOR 4 1 Using this Section Use the measurements in Subsection 4 2 to begin marking the floor of the ambulance for the Stat Trac Then if you purchased the optional template use Subsection 4 3 Positioning For Any Model Stat Trac Using a Template to finish marking the floor If you do not have a template use the appropriate measurements for your model Stat Trac in Subsections 4 4 4 5 or 4 6 to finish marking the floor o
17. 9 5 kg 19 About the Stat Trac 2 4 Items Required Model 185 Only The following items not supplied are required to install the Model 185 Stat Trac Mounting block 2 ea Order kit 056 7027 Beauty Shim plate 2 ea may be needed Order kit 056 7027 Backing anchor plates 2 ea 3 8 SAE Grade 5 UNC 2 Zinc plated socket head cap screws 8 ea 3 8 SAE Grade 5 UNC 2 Zinc plated elastic lock nuts 8 ea 3 8 Drill bit ea 1 8 Drill bit ea 1 8 Socket head wrench ea 3 8 Box wrench Lea Tube of silicone caulking ea Router or saber saw l ea Template Model 185 optional Order kit 081 9539 The Stat Trac is designed to be installed with at minimum A36 Grade steel backing plates 6061 T6 Grade aluminum backing plates or equivalent at all mounting points See Backing Plate Requirements page 23 for more information If the vehicle in which you are installing the Stat Trac does not have the required backing plates or their equivalent have them installed Consult the ambulance manufacturer for installation information The socket head cap screws and nuts should be of at least SAE Grade 5 with a corrosion resistant coating zinc plating recommended and a UNC 2 threading The length of the screws will be determined by the combined thickness of the patient compartment floor the mounting block any shim plates used and the backing plate When installed the cap screws should extend beyond the backing
18. and clean the Stat Trac only with products that do not contain these chemicals Important Using abrasive cleaning compounds or applicators on the cot can cause damage Do not use abrasive materials to clean the cot 13 Maintenance 6 4 Inspecting the Stat Trac Have your service s equipment maintenance personnel inspect the Stat Trac Follow the checklist below and work the Stat Trac through all its functions as described in this manual Also see the Responsibility of User to Maintain a Safe Fastening System page 5 If the inspection indicates damage or excessive wear see Troubleshooting page 36 For service see Parts and Service page 37 14 Are all components present Are all parts in good condition no cracks corrosion or damage Do all moving parts operate smoothly and properly Does the Stat Trac lock properly to the mounting blocks Does the cot load and unload properly Does the cot lock properly into the Stat Trac Monitor the ambulance floor including beneath the ambulance and check the integrity of the fastening system Is the system worn Has exposure to the environment caused noticeable damage Are the required backing plates present and are they securely welded to a primary structural member of the ambulance floor Is all the hardware tight Reminder Do not repeatedly tighten the hardware Stat Trac Users Manual Important If the required backing plates are not prese
19. at the distance you calculated in Step 1 3 From the same wall but near the forward end of the patient compartment measure and mark a second point at the distance you calculated in Step 1 4 Start atthe rear doors and draw a line between the marks you make This is the Centerline DUAL STAT TRAC MOUNTING If you want two Stat Trac mounting positions in the patient compartment use one or both of the above measuring methods while following the guidelines below When installing two Stat Trac mounting positions in a single ambulance compartment the Centerlines v MUST BE A minimum of 17 inches 432 millimeters from the patient compartment walls and more than 5 inches 127 millimeters apart x CANNOT BE Between 15 20 1inches 381 508 millimeters apart Note Each Centerline must be a minimum of 17 inches 432 millimeters from the patient compartment s side walls to allow room between the cot wheels and wall Note The Centerlines must be a minimum of 5 inches 127 millimeters apart to ensure the mounting blocks or backing plates do not overlap 3 Note Keep the Centerlines less than 15 inches 381 millimeters apart or greater than 20 inches 508 millimeters apart to ensure the cot wheels do not rest on top of the alternate mounting blocks Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Marking the Floor 4 3 Positioning For Any Model Stat Trac Using a Template Note Refer to Figure I f
20. c make sure the mounting handle is engaged See Troubleshooting page 36 To mount the Stat Trac to the ambulance floor l Slide the Stat Trac toward the front of the ambulance so that each fastener post slides into its mounting block Figure 1 To lock the Stat Trac in place swing the mounting handle down and toward the safety stop Figure 2 until it is parallel with the floor Verify that the Stat Trac is locked before use To do this pull on the track with your hands The Stat Trac should remain firmly in place To un mount the Stat Trac from the ambulance floor l Swing the mounting handle upward toward the cot lock to release the Stat Trac from the mounting blocks Figure 2 Pull the Stat Trac toward the rear of the ambulance to remove it Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Features ag Figure 2 Using the Mounting Handle Features 4 2 Cot Lock Cot Release Handle The cot lock Figure 3 holds the cot securely in the Stat Trac during transport in an ambulance and prevents the cot from being removed from the Stat Trac To engage the cot in the cot lock load the cot into the Stat Trac and slide the foot end loading post to the left into the cot lock To disengage the cot lock simultaneously pull the cot release handle toward the rear of the ambulance Figure 3 and pull the cot to the right to position the foot end loading post in the center of the channel For complete u
21. cause injury Operate the Stat Trac only as described in this manual An improper cot can cause injury Use only Ferno cots designed or properly modified for use with the Stat Trac Figure 6 Locking the Cot in the Stat Trac 11 Using the Stat Trac Stat Trac Users Manual 5 3 Unloading a Cot To release a cot from the Stat Trac 1 Ifthe ambulance has a folding step bumper raise it 2 Pull the cot release handle toward the rear of the ambulance Figure 7 and slide the foot end of the cot to the right to free it from the cot lock 3 Both Operators Pull the cot out of the patient compartment until the safety stop engages the cot s head end loading post 4 Both Operators Follow the instructions in the cot Users Manual to properly unfold and lock the undercarriage of your cot 5 Verify that the undercarriage is locked before continuing 6 Head End Operator Use the fastener release lever or fastener release handle on the cot to disengage the cot from the safety stop Figure 8 and Figure 9 Note The mechanism to release the cot from the Stat Trac varies from model to model See your cot Users Manual for instructions 7 While the head end operator engages the fastener release lever handle both operators pull the cot out of the patient compartment to release the safety stop Let go of the fastener release lever handle after the head end loading post moves beyond the safety stop ir Figure 9
22. ce manufacturer for assistance 36 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Parts and Service Accessories 7 PARTS AND SERVICE ACCESSORIES 7 1 U S A and Canada In the United States and Canada to order parts or for professional repairs contact EMSAR the only agent authorized by Ferno to manage service and repair Ferno products Telephone Toll Free 1 800 73 EMSAR Telephone 1 937 383 1052 Fax 1 937 383 1051 Internet www EMSAR com 7 2 Worldwide To order Ferno parts and for professional repairs contact your Ferno distributor Your distributor is the only agent authorized by Ferno to manage service and repair Ferno products 7 3 Retrofitting a Cot for Stat Trac If your cot does not have the required Stat Trac components loading posts and release handle or lever the cot must be retrofitted to make it compatible with the Stat Trac Contact EMSAR above or Ferno page 2 for information 7 4 Accessories Ferno offers a full line of accessories approved for installing the Stat Trac Always follow the instructions packed with accessories Keep the instructions with this manual Ferno also offers a full line of emergency products for the EMS professional Contact Ferno Customer Relations page 2 or your Ferno distributor for product information Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Improper parts and service can cause injury Use only Ferno approv
23. ding The length of the screws will be determined by the combined thickness of the patient compartment floor the mounting block any shim plates used and the backing plate When installed the cap screws should extend beyond the backing plates a minimum of 3 4 19 mm Note To order the required mounting kit or an optional Installation Template see Accessories page 37 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual About the Stat Trac 2 6 Components Model 185 Components Mounting Kit 056 7027 Required 2 Mounting Blocks pepe trae 2 Beauty Shim Plates 030 thick Installation Template Accessory Kit 081 9539 for 185 Backing Plate 2 required not supplied Model 185 MT and Model 185 LT Components 185 MT Stat Trac Backing Plate 3 required not supplied 185 LT Stat Trac Installation Template Mounting Kit 056 7030 Required Accessory Kit 081 9875 for 185 MT 3 Mounting Blocks Accessory Kit 081 9543 for 185 LT 3 Beauty Shim Plates 030 thick Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 21 Before You Begin Stat Trac Installation Manual 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN 3 1 Installation Requirements INSTALLER REQUIREMENT The integrity of the cot fastening system relies on the installer to mount the Stat Trac to meet or exceed the AMD standards and KKK A 1822 guidelines Installers must confirm the validity of their installation method by mounting and pull test
24. e fastener posts fit into the mounting blocks 3 Mount the Stat Trac to the floor see Mounting the Stat Trac to the Ambulance Floor page 33 4 With the Stat Trac still locked in the floor use the screwdriver to raise each fastener post turn counter clockwise until the fastener posts stop against the top inside of the mounting blocks Do not overtighten 5 Using the screwdriver to hold the position of the Figure 15 Using the Socket Wrench fastener posts if needed hand tighten the nuts to the welded insert in the floor of the channel Figure 14 to set the fastener posts at the correct height for your ambulance Note that the welded insert is not removable Tighten Until Snug Tighten the fastener posts nuts until snug Overtightening may cause difficulty in un mounting and mounting the Stat Trac to the ambulance floor 6 Use the 3 4 socket wrench to finish tightening each nut Tighten until snug Note Inspect the nut and fastener post after you have finished the adjustment The fastener posts should be fully engaged with the nut with at least one or two threads showing above the nut If the fastener post does not fully engage the nut some of the threads inside the nut are visible adjust the installation See Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets page 35 and Troubleshooting page 36 for additional methods to adjust the Stat Trac 7 Un mount and remount the Stat Trac Verify the installation is co
25. ed Specification Imperial Metric Model 185 Model 185 MT Model 185 LT Important Owners of cots in the PROFlexx POWERFlexx and XCalibur series Cots with 6 152 mm wheels require the Stat Trac to be installed at least 17 431 8 mm from the side walls Installing closer than 17 431 8 mm may not allow clearance for the wheels to swivel during transporter removal If you installed a Stat Trac at the old minimum distance prior to June 1 2000 you must adjust your Stat Trac to the new 17 431 8 mm minimum wall clearance Center mounted Stat Tracs and those installed 17 431 8 mm or more from the wall do not require adjustment Follow the instructions on pages 17 40 of this manual for proper installation About the Stat Trac Stat Trac Users Manual 3 6 Components Fastener Post 2 Fastener Post 3 Fastener Post 3 Length Comparison Top to Bottom Model 185 Model 185 MT Model 185 LT Mounting Handle Safety Stop Funnel Cot Lock Cot Release Handle The Components are Common to All Models The Only Variation is the Distance of the Components from the Funnel 8 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Users Manual 4 FEATURES 4 1 Mounting Handle The mounting handle locks the Stat Trac in the ambulance It is also designed to stop a cot from being loaded when the Stat Trac is not completely secured to the floor If the cot will not load into the Stat Tra
26. ed parts and Ferno approved service on the Stat Trac Modifying the Stat Trac can cause injury and damage Use the Stat Trac only as designed by Ferno REQUIRED COMPONENTS Kit Description Use With 056 7027 Mount Block Bty Shim Kit 185 056 7030 Mount Block Bty Shim Kit 185 MT 185 LT INSTALLATION TEMPLATES Kit Description Use With 081 9539 Installation Template 185 081 9875 Installation Template 185 MT 081 9543 Installation Template 185 LT STAT TRAC ACCESSORIES Kit Description Use With 081 9540 safety Yellow Touch up Paint All 081 9977 Black Touch up Paint All 056 7028 Deluxe Retrofit Install Kit 185 056 7040 Deluxe Retrofit Install Kit 185 MT 056 7031 Deluxe Retrofit Install Kit 185 LT Note The three Deluxe Retrofit Installation Kits include plastic covers to cover mounting points for a Ferno Model 175 cot fastener plus shims and beauty rings for use with the Stat Trac floor mounting blocks 37 Notes 38 NOTES Stat Trac Installation Manual Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 NOTES Notes 39
27. ee O FERNO Combined Users Manual When It s Critical and Installation Manual Model 185 185 MT 185 LT Stat Trac Cot Fastening System April 2013 Read this Manual and Pub No 234 2132 04 Retain for Future Reference Combined Stat Trac Users amp Installation Manual Ferno Technical Support Customer service and product support are important aspects of each Ferno product Please have the product serial number available when calling and include it in all written communications For technical support questions Telephone Toll free 1 800 733 3766 ext 1010 Telephone 1 937 382 1451 ext 1010 Email quality products ferno com Ferno Customer Relations For ordering assistance or general information CANADA AND THE U S A Telephone Toll free Telephone 1 937 382 1451 Fax Toll free 1 888 388 1349 Fax 1 937 382 1191 Internet www ferno com 1 877 733 0911 ALL OTHER LOCATIONS For assistance or information please contact your Ferno distributor If you do not have a Ferno distributor please contact Ferno Customer Relations Ferno Washington Inc 70 Weil Way Wilmington Ohio 45177 9371 U S A Telephone 1 937 382 1451 Fax 1 937 382 6569 Internet www ferno com 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 i
28. eil Way Wilmington Ohio 45177 9371 U S A Ferno UK Limited Stubs Beck Lane Cleckheaton West Yorkshire BD19 4TZ United Kingdom Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Combined Stat Trac Users amp Installation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Users Manual 1 16 Installation Manual 17 40 Section Page Section Page Ferno Technical Support 2 1 Safety Information 18 Ferno Customer Relations 2 1 1 Warning 18 1 Safety Information 4 1 2 Important 18 1 1 Warning 4 1 3 Tip 18 1 2 Important 4 1 4 Cot and Fastening System Compatibility 18 1 3 Tip 4 2 About the Stat Trac 19 1 4 Bloodborne Disease Notice 4 2 1 Description 19 1 5 Cotand Fastening System Compatibility 4 2 2 Compatible Cots Transporters 19 1 6 Symbol Glossary 4 2 3 General Specifications 19 1 7 Responsibility of User to Maintain 2 4 Items Required Model 185 Only 20 a Safe Fastening System 5 25 Items Required Model 185 MT Model 185 LT 20 2 Operator Skills and Training 6 2 6 Components 21 2 1 Skills 6 3 Before You Begin 22 2 2 Training 6 3 1 Installation Requirements 22 3 About the Stat Trac 6 3 2 Backing Plate Requirements 23 3 1 Description 6 4 Marking the Floor 24 3 2 Compatible Cots Transporters 7 4 1 Using this Section 24 3 3 General Specifications 7 4 2 Finding the Centerline 24 3 4 Using This Manual 7 4 3 Positioning For Any Model Stat Trac 3 5 Before Using the Stat Trac 7 Using a Template 25 3 6 Components 8 4 4 Measuring for the Model 185 4 Feat
29. f the ambulance 4 2 Finding the Centerline Items Needed 1 Pen pencil or similar to mark the floor l Measuring tape Before you begin remove the cot and any existing cot fastening system from the ambulance Then decide where to place the Stat Trac Follow the instructions below to place it to one side of the ambulance in the center of the ambulance or prepare for dual Stat Trac mountings LBS and LBS Jr Customers The width of the Large Body Surface accessories requires the Stat Trac to be mounted in the center of the vehicle SIDE MOUNTED STAT TRAC AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO ONE WALL 1 Starting at the patient compartment wall near the rear compartment doors measure toward the center of the patient compartment and mark a point at 17 inches 432 millimeters 2 From the same wall but near the forward end of the patient compartment measure and mark a second point at 17 inches 432 millimeters 3 Starting at the rear doors draw a straight line between the 17 1nch 432 millimeters marks This will be the Centerline 24 CENTER MOUNTED STAT TRAC IN CENTER OF PATIENT COMPARTMENT 1 Measure across the patient compartment from one side wall to the other or to the bench seat if present and divide the total by two This 1s the distance to the center of your patient compartment 2 Starting at the patient compartment wall near the rear doors measure toward the center of the patient compartment and mark a point
30. factured cot fastening systems and that only Ferno manufactured cot fastening systems be used for securing Ferno manufactured cots in ambulances ANY COMBINATION OF A FERNO COT OR COT FASTENING SYSTEM WITH A NON FERNO COT OR COT FASTENING SYSTEM IS MISUSE OF THE FERNO PRODUCT Responsibility for the outcome of known intentional misuse rests squarely on the misuser Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual About the Stat Trac 2 ABOUT THE STAT TRAC 2 1 Description Model 185 Model 185 MT and Model 185 LT Stat Trac Cot Fastening Systems referred to as the Stat Trac in this manual are devices designed to secure a Ferno cot or mobile transporter inside a ground based ambulance See Cot and Fastening System Compatibility page 18 for more information Each Stat Trac is sold with one track and one Combined Users and Installation Manual Installation kits are sold separately The Stat Trac is for professional use only It is designed for use with ambulances that meet the requirements of the Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 For information about Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 see Contacts for Industry Standards page 23 2 2 Compatible Cots Transporters The Stat Trac is for use with the following Ferno cots that have been designed specifically for use with the Stat Trac e POWERFlexx ST e PROFlexx Series 35PST 35XST 93PST 93HST e 35A ST 35A ST 9
31. follow the instructions Mounting Block Floor Plywood Subfloor Metal CELL ES Elastic Locknut Ambulance Beauty Shim Plate Structure MARIA SNS ANUS NN PS D AL E E WAI Gea ae mmm INE i E Stat Trac Installation Manual Measure floor thickness to determine the proper screw length needed The 3 8 inch socket head cap screws must be long enough to pass through the mounting block shim plate any additional shims used the metal subfloor and the backing plate and still have 3 4 inches of threads extending past the backing plate Apply silicone caulk to the entire mounting block cavity especially the areas around the holes This will provide a corrosion barrier Place a mounting block beauty shim plate and any additional shims needed inside each mounting block cavity Insert the screws into the mounting holes The screws should extend at least 3 4 inch past the backing plates Attach the elastic locknuts to the socket head cap screws and tighten Apply silicone caulk around the floor edge and mounting block flange This will keep contaminants out of the cavity Repeat steps 1 5 to place the other mounting block s Verify the mounting blocks are mounted and secured properly Socket Head Cap Screw 4 7 Bottom of flange should rest on floor VT SON NN RON NNN NSS LL T Ambulance Structure Additional Shim s As Needed 3 4 Minimum Backing Plate Figure 10 Mountin
32. g the Mounting Blocks 32 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual 5 5 Checking the Stat Trac With the Ambulance Floor The Stat Trac 1s adjustable to account for dips swells or other imperfections in the ambulance floor Check the fit of the Stat Trac with the floor and then follow the procedures in Section 5 6 and or Section 5 7 to make adjustments MOUNTING THE STAT TRAC TO THE AMBULANCE FLOOR Before making any adjustments test the Stat Trac with the floor 1 Slide the Stat Trac toward the front of the ambulance to seat the fastener posts in the mounting blocks Figure 11 2 To lock the Stat Trac in place swing the mounting handle down and toward the safety stop Figure 12 until it is parallel to the floor 3 Verify that the Stat Trac is locked To do this pull on the track with your hands The Stat Trac should remain firmly in place 4 If there is any difficulty mounting the Stat Trac to the floor or locking the mounting handle inspect the fastener posts inside the track Figure 11 and determine if the ends of the fastener posts are slotted capable of being adjusted with a slotted flat blade screwdriver FASTENER POSTS ARE NOT SLOTTED If the fastener posts are not slotted they are not adjustable However you can adjust the fastener post brackets See Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets page 35 If the Stat Trac cannot be adjusted to fit the mounting blocks
33. have them installed Consult the ambulance manufacturer for installation information Important Inspect the underside of the ambulance for anything wiring brake lines fuel tank oxygen lines or other elements that might interfere with the installation MEME Mounting Block Outlines 2 or 3 Figure 5 Drilling the Guide Holes and Bolt Holes 29 Installing the Stat Trac 5 2 Cutting Cavities for the Mounting Blocks Items Needed l l l 3 8 Drill bit Router saber saw or other device Measuring tape Note Refer to Figures 6 8 for these instructions Note A typical ambulance floor cross section showing a floor covering floor and subfloor is shown in Figure 7 Your ambulance floor may vary from this L Mark a point at one corner of each mounting block outline Carefully and slowly drill a starting hole through the floor covering typically linoleum or similar and floor typically plywood and stop when you reach the subfloor typically metal Use a 3 8 inch diameter drill bit Figure 6 Measure the thickness of the floor typically plywood Figure 7 Set the router or saber saw to the proper height to cut through the floor but not the subfloor typically metal Insert the saw or router blade into the starter hole you drilled in Step 2 Beginning in this hole carefully and evenly cut along each mounting block outline Remove the section of floor covering and floor Figure 8 Smooth t
34. he edges of the cavity with the router or saw Make sure the mounting block will fit inside the mounting block cavity Note f a threshold plate at the door interferes with the mounting block cavity notch the threshold plate to allow proper installation of the mounting block 30 Stat Trac Installation Manual Important Ambulance flooring styles vary widely Consult the ambulance manufacturer for the proper method and tools to recess the floor for your style of ambulance 3 8 inch Bolt Holes 3 8 inch Starting Hole Figure 6 Drilling to Measure Floor Thickness Floor Covering typical Linoleum Floor typical Plywood Subfloor typical Metal Mounting Block Cavity RIEE Backing Plate both ends Ambulance Structure Ambulance Bolt Holes Structure Figure 7 Typical Floor Cross Section for Cutting the Mounting Block Cavities Plywood Floor Metal Subfloor Figure 8 Finished Mounting Block Cavity Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Installing the Stat Trac 5 3 Placing the Mounting Blocks Placement Notes Items Needed If the mounting block does not completely fill the cavity place the beauty shim plate in the cavit 2 Beauty Shim Plates 3 ea for 185 MT and 185 LT y p y p y Add additional shims thin metal plates as needed to fill the space between the metal subfloor and the mounting block Use the beauty shim plate as the
35. igned and tested by Ferno to meet or exceed existing ambulance standards from e Ambulance Manufacturer s Division AMD of the National Truck Equipment Association e Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 Note AMD and KKK A 1822 standards are updated periodically Current guidelines are available from these organizations See page 6 A Stat Trac installed without backing plates can fail in a crash Use properly installed backing plates to secure the Stat Trac at all mounting points The integrity of the fastening system relies heavily on the installer to secure the fastening system to the ambulance in a way that meets or exceeds these guidelines See the Installation Manual for details Also the integrity of the fastening system relies on the user to regularly inspect and maintain the system Improperly installed backing plates can fail in a crash Secure the backing plates to primary structural members of the ambulance at all mounting points Ferno s Stat Trac Cot Fastening System when installed and maintained properly meet or exceed all applicable KKK A 1822 specifications and AMD standards To help the user achieve a compliant system Ferno strongly recommends USER l Inspect the fastening system a minimum of once each month or more often with frequent use Check under the ambulance to see if exposure to the environment has damaged the backing plates nuts or bolts Make sure the nuts are tight and secure
36. ing a cot fastening system separate from an ambulance Before mounting a Stat Trac in an ambulance install a test Stat Trac fastening system and test this setup to meet or exceed the pull test specified in AMD 004 When the setup has passed this test use the same setup when installing new Stat Trac s in your ambulance s For more information see Contacts for Industry Standards page 23 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS e To install the Stat Trac a skilled professional who is familiar with ambulance construction is required e Install the Stat Trac to meet or exceed all applicable standards in your country e Properly installed backing plates not supplied must be used at all mounting points See Backing Plate Requirements page 23 VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS e Consult the ambulance manufacturer for ambulance structural details and ambulance warranty information e Inspect the ambulance for anything that might interfere with the installation e The floor to which the mounting components are attached must have sufficient strength to hold the mounted Stat Trac and cot with patient e Install a new Stat Trac when remounting an ambulance box e Ifthe ambulance is involved in a traffic accident the Stat Trac could sustain hidden damage damage that is not visible to the eye Replace the Stat Trac if the ambulance is involved in a traffic accident e The ambulance bumper extension should not exceed 14 356 mm The patient compartme
37. nches 1860 20 millimeters into the patient compartment and mark a point on each side of the Centerline Connect the two marks made in Step 10 This line Line C will be the rear edge of the third mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line C mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the third mounting block Place a mounting block on Line C with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 12 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block N EI m PEN eu Centerline Second Mounting Block Outline First Mounting Block Outline m 2 r Third Mounting Block Outline Ambulance Front Floor Edge or Door Edge Ambulance Rear Figure 4 Floor Markings for Model 185 LT Long 103 Stat Trac 28 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Installing the Stat Trac 5 INSTALLING THE STAT TRAC 5 1 Drilling the Holes Items Needed l Mounting Block l 1 8 inch Diameter Drill Bit Il 5 16 inch Diameter Drill Bit l 3 8 16 Tap 1 Backing Plates Note Refer to Figure 5 for these instructions l Before drilling inspect the underside of the ambulance for obvious obstructions to the installation If the fuel tank oxygen lines or other elements are in the way contact the ambulance manufacturer for advice on how to avoid them Place a mounting block on each mounting block o
38. nloading instructions see Unloading a Cot page 12 4 3 Safety Stop The safety stop Figure 4 holds the head end of the cot securely in the ambulance while the operators unlock the undercarriage during loading or unloading At the proper time the head end operator uses the release mechanism on the cot to disable the safety stop For complete loading and unloading instructions see Section 5 Using the Stat Trac pages 11 12 USING THE SAFETY STOP DURING LOADING When loading a cot into the ambulance the operators 1 Roll the loading end of the cot into the Stat Trac until the head end loading post passes the safety stop 2 Rollthe cot out of the ambulance until it stops on the safety stop This verifies the cot is being held by the safety stop USING THE SAFETY STOP DURING UNLOADING When unloading a cot from the ambulance pull the cot out ofthe ambulance until the safety stop catches the cot s head end loading post 10 Stat Trac Users Manual Cot Lock Release Handle Figure 3 Cot Release Handle Safety Stop Engaging the Safety Stop The safety stop holds the cot secure while the operators unlock and raise or lower the undercarriage during loading and unloading During cot loading and unloading the operators should roll the cot firmly against the safety stop to verify that the cot is held securely This safety step confirms to the operators that they are using the Stat Trac and cot properly
39. nt take the Stat Trac out of service and have the backing plates installed immediately Then install a new Stat Trac Important Make sure all connections are tight but do not overtighten the hardware Overtightening especially with powered tools can cause the nut and bolt beneath the ambulance floor to pull through the backing plate If inspection indicates the components are pulling through the backing plate take the Stat Trac out of service immediately and install a new Stat Trac with new backing plates Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Users Manual TRAINING RECORD Training Method I5 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Users Manual MAINTENANCE RECORD Maintenance Performed Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 16 GOFERNO Installation Manual When It s Critical Model 185 185 MT 185 LT Stat Trac Cot Fastening System April 2013 Read this Manual and Pub No 234 2132 04 Retain for Future Reference Safety Information Stat Trac Installation Manual STAT TRAC INSTALLATION MANUAL 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 1 Warning Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in injury or death An improper cot can cause injury Use only Ferno cots designed or properly modified for use with the Stat Trac Improper or inadequate installation can cause injury The installer must
40. nt should have a level floor large enough for the folded cot and cot Stat Trac See the cot users manual for details 22 Improper or inadequate installation can cause injury The installer must test the fastening system setup to meet or exceed all applicable guidelines before using the setup in an ambulance Improper testing can cause injury Installers must test the fastening system setup to pass AMD 004 before installing a Stat Trac in an ambulance A Stat Trac installed without backing plates can fail Secure the Stat Trac to properly installed backing plates at all mounting points Improperly installed backing plates can fail Secure the backing plates to primary structural members of the ambulance at all mounting points Important The Stat Trac is designed to be installed with backing plates welded to rigid structural frame members at all mounting points See Specification KKK A 1822 Section 3 10 6 and the instructions in this manual Important Inspect under the floor and behind the wall of the ambulance for anything fuel tank wiring brake lines fuel lines oxygen lines or other items that might interfere with the installation Important If the ambulance is involved in a traffic accident replace the Stat Trac Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Before You Begin CONTACTS FOR INDUSTRY STANDARDS For information about Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 18
41. or these instructions 4 Center the template on the Centerline and inspect for any interference between the mounting block slots and the wheel plates in the patient compartment Remove 2 Mark the floor along the line where the closed rear the wheel plates and any other fixtures that interfere doors meet the patient compartment floor If the doors with the mounting slots close flush with the patient compartment floor start from this edge 1 Close the rear doors 5 With the template on the Centerline mark the outline of the mounting block slots on the floor 3 Usethe mark on the floor at the doors edge and place the template at this line with the lip facing up Or if the doors close flush with the edge of the patient compartment floor place the template at the edge of the floor with the lip facing down If you are installing two mounting positions in the same ambulance repeat Steps 1 5 using the second Centerline 17 Minimum Distance From Side Wall Template Wheel Plate If Present Mounting Block Slot Door Edge Mark Centerline Template Lip Figure 1 Floor Markings Using a Template Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 25 Marking the Floor Stat Trac Installation Manual 4 4 Measuring for the Model 185 Short Stat Trac Note Refer to Figure 2 for these instructions l Mark the floor along the line where the closed rear doors meet the patient compartment floor If the door
42. osened mount the Stat Trac See Mounting the Stat Trac to the Ambulance Floor page 33 If the Stat Trac cannot be mounted to the floor contact Ferno Customer Relations page 2 cleaner primer not provided then apply 1 2 drops of Loctite 242 blue threadlocker provided and immediately reinstall the screw 7 Model 185 short Stat Trac Repeat Step 6 three times to clean and reinstall the remaining screws in the bracket opposite the funnel 4 With the Stat Trac mounted to the floor tighten all screws to set the position of the fastener post brackets 5 Unlock and remove the Stat Trac from the floor plates 6 Working with only one screw at a time remove the screw Models 185 MT and 185 LT Repeat Step 6 a total of 15 times from the Stat Trac clean the threads with acetone or a Loctite to clean and reinstall the screws at each end of the Stat Trac Screw x4 Use 1 2 Wrench em Screw x11 Z Use 7 16 Wrench Se ALL Models This end is adjustable Model 185 short track ONLY this Models 185 MT and Ne end is adjustable 185 LT The funnel J m end is also adjustable Figure 16 Adjusting the Height of the Fastener Post Brackets Model 185 MT or 185 LT shown Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 35 Troubleshooting Stat Trac Installation Manual 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 6 1 Troubleshooting Table Problem Cause Corrective Action Stat Trac 1s being inserted into the mounting Load
43. rrect Inspect the mounting blocks and Stat Trac for binding friction wedging or loose wobbly mounting If the Stat Trac shows any of these symptoms see Troubleshooting page 36 34 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Installation Manual Installing the Stat Trac 5 7 Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets To adjust the height of the fastener post brackets loosen the screws set the adjustment height and retighten as follows 1 All models Loosen but do not remove the four screws on Improper adjustment can cause injury and damage the end opposite the funnel Figure 16 using a 1 2 socket Do not loosen the fastener posts If needed adjust or angled open wrench Access the screws either from above only the height of the fastener post brackets or below the Stat Trac Note Loctite threadlocker was applied to the screws during the manufacturing process The screws may be difficult to loosen but do not apply heat Important Note Owners of a Model 185 short Stat Trac skip Step 2 e The funnel end fastener post bracket below the cot 2 Models 185 MT 185 LT only Loosen but do not remove CORNE MOI e Te the 11 screws on the funnel end Figure 16 using a 7 16 e The center fastener post bracket below the cot socket or angled open wrench There are five screws on the lock is not adjustable on Model 185 MT and Model side with the safety stop and six on the opposite side 185 LT 3 With the brackets lo
44. s products into a mixed component cot cot fastening system can increase the user s risk of injury and damage Ferno Washington Inc strongly recommends that only Ferno manufactured cots be used in Ferno manufactured cot fastening systems and that only Ferno manufactured cot fastening systems be used for securing Ferno manufactured cots in ambulances ANY COMBINATION OF A FERNO COT OR COT FASTENING SYSTEM WITH A NON FERNO COT OR COT FASTENING SYSTEM IS MISUSE OF THE FERNO PRODUCT Responsibility for the outcome of known intentional misuse rests squarely on the misuser 1 6 Symbol Glossary The symbols defined below are used on the Stat Trac and or in this users manual Ferno uses symbols recognized by the International Standards Organization ISO American National Standards Institute ANSI and the emergency medical services industry A General Warning of Read the Users Potential Injury Manual Unlocked Locked Product meets European Union Standards Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Users Manual Safety Information 1 7 Responsibility of User to Maintain a Safe Fastening System The Ferno Stat Trac Cot Fastening System 1s designed to securely hold an ambulance cot inside a ground based ambulance Improper or inadequate installation can cause injury The installer should test your fastening system setup to meet or exceed all applicable guidelines It has been des
45. s close flush with the edge of the patient compartment floor start from this edge Starting from the mark made in Step 1 or the floor edge measure and mark a point on each side of the Centerline at 2 26 2 17 64 inches 57 millimeters into the patient compartment Connect the two marks made in Step 2 This line Line A will be the rear edge of the first mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line A mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the first mounting block N Centerline First Mounting Block Outline 1 500 w ws Floor Edge or Door Edge nmm 26 Place a mounting block on Line A with the corners on the 1 5 inch 38 millimeter marks made in Step 4 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block Starting at Line A measure 73 236 73 15 64 inches 1860 millimeters into the patient compartment and mark a point on each side of the Centerline Connect the two marks made in Step 6 This line Line B will be the rear edge of the second mounting block Starting from the Centerline on Line B mark a point 1 5 1 1 2 inches 38 millimeters to each side of the Centerline These points show the width of the second mounting block Place a mounting block on Line B with the corners on the 1 5 inch marks made in Step 8 Trace the outline of the bottom edge of the mounting block TE ET Emm 17 000 _ Mud oe a
46. s 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 Relations 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 Limited Warranty Statement The products sold by Ferno are covered by a limited warranty which is printed on all Ferno invoices The complete terms and conditions of the limited warranty and the limitations of liability and disclaimers are also available upon request by calling Ferno at 1 800 733 3766 or 1 937 382 1451 USERS MANUAL To request additional free users manuals contact Ferno Customer Relations your Ferno distributor or visit www ferno com Serial Number Location Inside the track near the funnel Ferno Washington Inc m 70 W
47. strongly recommends that the Stat Trac is installed according to AMD Ambulance Manufacturer s Division guidelines See the Installation Manual for more information It is designed for use with ambulances that meet the requirements of the Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 Improper use can cause injury Use the Stat Trac only for the purpose described in this manual CONTACTS FOR INDUSTRY STANDARDS For information about Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 contact Federal Supply Services Specifications Section Suite 8100 470 E L Enfant Plaza SW Washington DC 20407 For information about AMD standards contact Ambulance Manufacturer s Division National Truck Equipment Association 37400 Hills Tech Drive Farmington Hills MI 48331 3414 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 Stat Trac Users Manual 3 2 Compatible Cots Transporters The Stat Trac is for use with the following Ferno cots that have been designed specifically for use with the Stat Trac e POWERFlexx ST e PROFlexx Series 35PST 35XST 93PST 93HST e 35A ST 35A ST 93ES ST 93EX ST and XCalibur if factory equipped Adaptor kits are available to modify Ferno Series 35A 35A 35P 93ES 93EX 93H POWERFlexx and XCalibur 1f not factory equipped for use with the Stat Trac 3 3 General Specifications Specifications are rounded to whole numbers Contact Ferno Customer Relations for additional information
48. ures 9 Short Stat Trac 26 4 1 Mounting Handle 9 4 5 Measuring for the Model 185 MT 4 2 Cot Lock Cot Release Handle 10 Medium Stat Trac 27 4 3 Safety Stop 10 4 6 Measuring for the Model 185 LT 5 Using the Stat Trac 11 Long Stat Trac 28 5 1 Compatible Cots 11 5 Installing the Stat Trac 29 5 2 Loading a Cot 11 5 1 Drilling the Holes 29 5 3 Unloading a Cot 12 5 2 Cutting Cavities for the Mounting Blocks 30 6 Maintenance 13 5 3 Placing the Mounting Blocks 31 6 1 Maintenance Schedule 13 5 4 Installing the Mounting Blocks 32 6 2 Disinfecting the Stat Trac 13 5 5 Checking the Stat Trac 6 3 Cleaning the Stat Trac 13 With the Ambulance Floor 33 6 4 Inspecting the Stat Trac 14 5 6 Adjusting the Fastener Posts 34 Training Record 15 5 7 Adjusting the Fastener Post Brackets 35 Maintenance Record 16 6 Troubleshooting 36 6 1 Troubleshooting Table 36 7 Parts and Service Accessories 37 7 1 U S A and Canada 37 7 2 Worldwide 37 7 3 Retrofitting a Cot for Stat Trac 37 7 4 Accessories 37 Notes 38 39 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 3 Safety Information Stat Trac Users Manual STAT TRAC USERS MANUAL 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 1 Warning Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in injury or death Improper or inadequate installation can cause injury The installer should test your fastening system setup to meet or exceed all applicable guidelines A Stat Trac
49. utline and mark the mounting hole positions Cautiously drill a small guide hole or pilot hole through the floor at each mounting hole position using a 1 8 inch diameter drill bit Reinspect the underside of the ambulance to verify nothing will be damaged by drilling the mounting holes Align the backing plates with the holes Consult the ambulance manufacturer to make sure the backing plates can be installed without interference and welded safely Weld backing plates beneath the ambulance floor at all mounting points using a full penetration weld Use a setup identical to one you have tested to meet or exceed all applicable guidelines See page 22 to obtain AMD standards and federal specification KKK A 1822 Also see Backing Plate Requirements page 23 Using the guide holes drill completely through the ambulance floor and backing plates with the 5 16 inch diameter drill bit These larger holes are for the mounting block bolts Repeat for each guide hole Use a 3 8 16 tap to tap the backing plates for use with 3 8 inch socket head cap screws Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 A Stat Trac installed without backing plates can fail Secure the Stat Trac to properly installed backing plates at all mounting points Important The Stat Trac is designed to be installed with backing plates at all mounting points If the vehicle in which you are installing the Stat Trac does not have the required backing plates
50. while observing Point 2 below Replace the fastening system if its integrity is in question 2 During inspections make sure all fastening system components are tight however DO NOT repeatedly tighten the bolts with powered equipment Over time using powered tools to repeatedly tighten connections can cause damage to the fastening system by compressing the nut and bolt through the backing plate If inspection indicates the components are pulling through the backing plate immediately take the ambulance out of service and install a new fastening system with new backing plates 3 Consult your installer to ensure your fastening system meets all applicable standards The installer s responsibility includes installing a test fastening system in the same manner as the fastening systems are to be installed on your ambulance s and testing this setup to MEET OR EXCEED the pull test stipulated in AMD 004 Your installer should be able to show that your fastening system setup is equal to a setup that passes this test 4 Makesure your fastening system has been installed with backing plates beneath the ambulance floor at all mounting points If the backing plates are not present immediately take the ambulance out of service and have a new fastening system with backing plates installed Ferno Washington Inc 234 2132 04 April 2013 5 Operator Skills amp Training About the Stat Trac Stat Trac Users Manual 2 OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING
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