Users` Manual Model 678 Pedi-Mate®
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1. operators The Pedi Mate is not designed as an immobilization device and should not be used to immobilize the patient or as part of an immobilization system FEATURES The Pedi Mate blanket is soft lightweight vinyl One piece webbing straps with quick release buckles attach it to Ferno cot frames at three points The five point patient harness consists of two continuous loop shoulder torso straps and a crotch strap All secure in a central fast release buckle and all are fully adjustable COMPATIBLE COTS The Pedi Mate is designed for use with the following Ferno cot models 26 Series Mondial RS2 Stretcher 28 Z PROFlexx Mondial RS3 Stretcher 29 M Mondial RS4 Stretcher 30 SC EFX 1 Stretcher Chair 35 A Series EFX 2 Stretcher 35 A Series EFX 3 Stretcher 35 P PROFlexx Series EFX MonoBloc 35 X PROFlexx Series 4140 Series Stretchers 93 ES Series Falcon Range 93 EX Series Hawk Range 93 P PROFlexx Series Pegasus Range 93 H PROFlexx Series CCT Range POWERFlexx Megasus Note The Pedi Mate is not compatible with Models 28 or 2033 chair cots 6 Improper use of the Pedi Mate can cause injury Use the Pedi Mate only for the purpose described in this manual LOAD LIMIT If the load limit has been exceeded see Inspecting the Pedi Mate page 12 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Model 678 Pedi Mate About the Pedi Mate 3 2 General Specifications Open Fla2. Pedi Mate Using the Pedi Mate LOOSENING THE HARNESS STRAPS To loosen the straps refer to Figures 7 and 8 and use the following procedures 1 Grasp the adjustment tab Figure 7 with one hand and pull the torso strap B back through the tab with your other hand 2 Steady the central buckle with one hand and loosen the shoulder strap A by pulling it upward with the other hand 3 Repeat with the other shoulder torso strap 4 Loosen the crotch strap by grasping the adjustment tab with one hand and pulling downward on the portion of the strap that rests against the body Figure 8 4 6 Releasing the Patient from the Pedi Mate Harness 1 Loosen the crotch strap 2 Slide the chest clip down toward the central buckle and unthread the shoulder strap on the patient s left side from the clip 3 Press the red release button in the central buckle and pull the buckle slightly downward to release the shoulder straps from the buckle 4 Loosen the shoulder straps and slide them away from the patient s body 5 Lift the patient from the Pedi Mate according to local protocols 4 7 Storing the Pedi Mate 1 Detach the Pedi Mate from the cot and spread it flat on the cot mattress 2 Attach the shoulder straps to the central buckle and adjust all straps to lay smoothly against the blanket 3 Fold the backrest straps across the blanket 4 Fold the crotch panel up toward the center of the blanket 5 F
3. asten it then grasp the buckle tang and pull outward Refasten the buckle Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 9 Using the Pedi Mate 4 5 Securing the Patient Secure and snug all straps Unsecured or loose straps may allow movement and result in injury or death of the patient 10 Pull the crotch strap buckle up between the patient s legs and lay the strap on the patient s abdomen Lift a shoulder strap over one shoulder of the patient Place patient s arm through the strap then lock the buckle half into the central buckle Figure 4 Repeat with the other shoulder strap Thread the shoulder strap on the patient s left side through the chest clip Figure 5 and slide the chest clip to armpit level To snug the shoulder torso straps refer to Figure 6 and use the following procedure o Snug the shoulder strap A against the shoulder and chest by pulling section B of the strap with one hand while steadying the central buckle with the other hand o Repeat with the other shoulder strap o Snug the torso strap B by pulling on section C with one hand while steadying the central buckle with the other hand o Repeat with the other torso strap Snug the crotch strap by pulling on the free end Model 678 Pedi Mate Figure 4 Fastening a Shoulder Strap W T G uN Shoulder Strap Figure 6 Fastening a Shoulder Strap Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Model 678
4. di Mate MAINTENANCE RECORD Maintenance Performed Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 14 Model 678 Pedi Mate Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 NOTES 15
5. e operators perform a visual inspection each time the Pedi Mate is used If damage is noted remove the Pedi Mate from service immediately and replace it INSPECTION CHECKLIST e Are all components present e Is the Pedi Mate free of excessive wear e Is all stitching secure e Do the central buckle and adjustment tabs operate properly and smoothly e Are there cuts or tears in the blanket or straps 12 Improper maintenance can cause injury Maintain the Pedi Mate only as described in this manual Minimum Maintenance Intervals lt x Disinfecting thispage ef Cleaning thispag Jel s Needed Inspecting tthispa Jele Important Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach phenolics or iodines can damage the Pedi Mate Do not use products containing these chemicals Important If the Pedi Mate is in use at the time of a vehicular accident remove the Pedi Mate from service and replace it U S A NOTICE The cot is for use with ambulances that meet the requirements of the Star of Life certification via Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 For information contact Federal Supply Services Specifications Section Suite 8100 470 E L Enfant Plaza SW Washington DC 204 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Model 678 Pedi Mate Training Record TRAINING RECORD Training Method Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 al we Model 678 Pe
6. e 12 An unattended patient can be injured Stay with the 4 2 General Guidelines for Use patient at all times e Medical advice is beyond the parameters of this manual e Itis the Pedi Mate users responsibility to ensure safe practices for the patient and themselves Secure and snug all straps Unsecured or loose straps may allow movement and result in injury or death of the patient e It is the responsibility of the qualified Emergency Medical Service personnel to assess the patient s condition and determine the proper equipment and procedures to use e Follow standard emergency patient handling pro cedures when using the Pedi Mate e Stay with the patient at all times e Always use the patient harness e Use the Pedi Mate only when all elements are in good working order e Use the Pedi Mate only with the approved cot models listed on page 6 e Never use the Pedi Mate in a captain s chair or front seat of an ambulance e Never use the Pedi Mate as an immobilization device or as part of an immobilization system e If the Pedi Mate is in use at the time of a vehicular accident remove the Pedi Mate from service and replace it 8 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Model 678 Pedi Mate Using the Pedi Mate 4 3 Positioning the Pedi Mate 1 Remove any restraints attached to the cot 2 Raise the cot backrest and lock in place at an angle between 15 and 45 degrees Th
7. e injury Use the Pedi Mate only for the purpose described in this manual Improper application can cause injury Apply the Pedi Mate only as described in this manual An unattended patient can be injured Stay with the patient at all times Secure and snug all straps Unsecured or loose straps may allow movement and result in injury or death of the patient Improper maintenance can cause injury Maintain the Pedi Mate only as described in this manual 1 2 Important Important notices emphasize important usage or maintenance information 1 3 Bloodborne Disease Notice To reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases such as HIV 1 and hepatitis when using the Pedi Mate follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual 1 4 Safety and Instruction Labels Safety and instruction labels place important information from the Users Manual on the Pedi Mate Read and follow label instructions Illustrations showing how to attach the Pedi Mate to the cot are printed directly on the Pedi Mate base For complete instructions see Using the Pedi Mate page 8 11 1 5 Symbol Glossary The symbols defined below are used on the Pedi Mate 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 0 General Warning of Read the Users Potential Inju
8. ee GOFERNO Users Manual When It s Critical Model 678 Pedi Mate Read this Manual October 2011 GLO Pub No 234 2045 03 and Retain for Future Reference 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 Telephone 1 800 733 3766 ext 1010 1 937 382 1451 ext 1010 Email quality products ferno com Ferno Customer Relations For ordering assistance or general information CANADA ANDTHE U S A Telephone Toll free 1 877 733 0911 Telephone 1 937 382 1451 Fax Toll free 1 888 388 1349 Fax 1 937 382 1191 Internet www ferno com 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 EUROPEAN REPRESENTATIVE Ferno UK Limited Stubs Beck Lane Cleckheaton West Yorkshire BD19 4TZ United Kingdom Telephone 44 0 1274 851999 Fax 44 0 1274 851111 Internet www ferno co uk Disclaimer This manual contains general instructions for the use operation and care of this product The instructions are not all inclusive Safe and
9. is will keep the patient s shoulders higher than the pelvis and maintain the proper center of gravity 3 Unroll the Pedi Mate and spread it flat on the cot mattress with all straps extended 4 Center the blanket left to right on the mattress 5 Position the blanket with the black backrest strap at the point where you expect the patient s shoulders to rest Figure 1 6 Run the ends of the backrest strap around the cot backrest until they meet in the back then fasten the buckle Figure 2 Leave some slack in the strap for final adjustment 4 4 Securing the Pedi Mate l Place the patient on the Pedi Mate If the black backrest strap is not at the patient s shoulder level adjust the blanket position 2 With the blanket properly positioned tighten the backrest strap by pulling very firmly on the free end of the strap until the mattress is compressed 3 Fasten a main frame strap by threading the free end downward between the cot main frame and the mattress next to the head end sidearm casting Sidearm 4 Wrap the strap up around the cot main frame and 7 fasten the buckle Figure 3 Leave a little slack in the Figure 3 Attach a Strap to the Cot Main Frame strap for final adjustment 5 Repeat with the other main frame strap 6 Tighten each main frame strap by holding onto the buckle with one hand and pulling firmly on the free end of the strap Note To loosen a main frame strap unf
10. it www ferno com Copyright Ferno Washington Inc All Rights Reserved Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Model 678 Pedi Mate TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Section Page Ferno Technical Support 5 Maintenance 12 Ferno Customer Relations 5 1 Maintenance Schedule 12 1 Safety Information 5 2 Disinfecting the Pedi Mate 12 1 1 Warning 5 3 Cleaning the Pedi Mate 12 1 2 Important 5 4 Inspecting the Pedi Mate 12 1 3 Bloodborne Disease Notice Training Record 13 1 4 Safety and Instruction Labels Maintenance Record 14 1 5 Symbol Glossary 2 Operator Skills and Training 2 1 Skills 2 2 Training 3 About the Pedi Mate 3 1 Description 3 2 General Specifications 3 3 Components 4 Using the Pedi Mate 4 1 Before Placing the Pedi Mate in Service 4 2 General Guidelines for Use 4 3 Positioning the Pedi Mate 4 4 Securing the Pedi Mate 4 5 Securing the Patient 4 6 Releasing the Patient from the Pedi Mate Harness 1 4 7 Storing the Pedi Mate 1 SOO AWA MFPMrAIANDA Anns Pp HPpb BN NH pd Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 3 Safety Information Model 678 Pedi Mate 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 1 Warning Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in injury or death Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained personnel to operate the Pedi Mate Improper use of the Pedi Mate can caus
11. old the cot main frame straps and the lower blanket panels across the center of the Pedi Mate Figure 8 Loosening the Crotch Strap 6 Beginning at the crotch panel roll the Pedi Mate upward Secure the roll with the hook and loop straps Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Il Maintenance Model 678 Pedi Mate 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Maintenance Schedule The Pedi Mate requires regular maintenance Set up and follow a maintenance schedule see maintenance record sheet on page 14 The table at right represents minimum intervals for maintenance When using maintenance products follow the manufacturers directions and read the manufacturers material safety data sheets 5 2 Disinfecting the Pedi Mate Wipe or spray disinfectant on all Pedi Mate and surfaces and straps Follow the disinfectant manufacturer s directions for application and contact time 5 3 Cleaning the Pedi Mate Hand wash the Pedi Mate blanket and straps with warm soapy water and a clean cloth or soft brush Rinse with clear water Dry the blanket with a towel and allow the straps to air dry Do not immerse the buckles in water 5 4 Inspecting the Pedi Mate Have your services equipment maintenance personnel inspect the Pedi Mate regularly Follow the inspection checklist If the inspection shows damage or excessive wear remove the Pedi Mate from service Ferno recommends that in addition to scheduled maintenanc
12. 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 Relations Model 678 Pedi Mate 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 vis
13. ry Manual Operation Requires One Trained Operator Load Limit Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Model 678 Pedi Mate Operator Skills 2 OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING 2 1 Skills Operators using the Pedi Mate need a working knowledge of emergency patient handling procedures the ability to assist the patient 2 2 Training Operator need to read and understand this manual be trained on the use of the Pedi Mate practice with the Pedi Mate before using it with a patient record their training information A sample training record sheet is provided on page 13 Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained personnel to operate the Pedi Mate About the Pedi Mate Model 678 Pedi Mate 3 ABOUT THE PEDI MATE 3 1 Description The Pedi Mate is designed to secure infants and toddlers from 10 to 40 Ibs 4 5 to 18 1 kg on a Ferno cot USE The Pedi Mate is designed for use only in an emergency setting and only by suitably trained personnel Where child restraint is needed outside of this setting the transport vehicle should be fitted with restraints in accordance with applicable local standards and regulations including but not limited to the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and Regulations The Pedi Mate is for professional use by one or more trained
14. t Width 19 in 483 mm Length 31 1 4 in 794 mm Rolled Diameter 4 1 2 in 114 mm Length 19 in 483 mm Weight 2 4 lb 1 09 kg Load Limit Minimum 10 lb 4 5 kg Maximum 40 lb 18 1 kg Webbing Rating 3500 b 1 6 mt Most general specifications are rounded to the nearest whole number Metric conversions are calculated before rounding the Imperial measurements For more information about the Pedi Mate contact Ferno Customer Relations page 2 or your Ferno distributor Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice 3 3 Components Shoulder Blanket Straps er Straps for Cot Backrest Straps for Cot Backrest ct Strap Adjustment Adjustment Tab Tab Buckle and A Buckle and Strap for C n v Strap for Cot xX Main Frame Main Frame Crotch Strap DSS Adjustment Crotch Strap Central Buckle Tab Not Shown Hook and loop storage straps on reverse surface of Pedi Mate are not visible in this view Ferno Washington Inc 234 2045 03 October 2011 Using the Pedi Mate Model 678 Pedi Mate 4 USING THE PEDI MATE 4 1 Before Placing the Pedi Mate in Service ar a Improper application can cause injury Apply the e Personnel who will work with the Pedi Mate need to Pedi Mate only as described in this manual read this manual and practice using the Pedi Mate e Confirm that the Pedi Mate operates properly Follow instructions in Inspecting the Pedi Mate pag
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