© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / 234-0008-09 / February 2018
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4 - SETUP
Setup
4.1 Vehicle Information
The vehicle bumper extension should not exceed 14 inches (356 mm).
The compartment should have a level floor large enough for the folded
cot, and a compatible Ferno cot fastener installed.
WARNING
Attaching improper items to the cot can cause injury. Use
only Ferno-approved items on the cot.
NOTICE
Loose items and debris on the vehicle floor can interfere with
the operation of the cot with the fastening system. Keep the
vehicle floor clear.
4.2 Installing the Foot Support
The foot support is shipped disassembled from the cot. To attach:
1. Orient the foot support facing up. (Figure 2). Align the pre-drilled
holes in the foot support with those in the cot frame.
2. Insert the carriage bolts (provided) through the cot frame and
foot support (Figure 2). Repeat on the opposite side of the cot.
3. If needed, use the rubber mallet to tap the carriage bolts until the
flat underside surface of the carriage bolt head is flush against the
main frame tube.
4. Apply the lock nuts and tighten.
Do not over-tighten.
Component
Quantity
Foot support
1
1/4-20 x 2-1/4” Carriage Bolt
4
1/4-20 Lock Nut
4
2
Foot Support
Cot Frame
Self-Locking Nut (2/Side)
Carriage Bolt (2/Side)
3
2-Piece Restraint (2)
Mattress
4.3 Mattress and Restraints
Before placing the cot in service, assign appropriate personnel to install
the mattress and restraints (Figure 3).
MATTRESS:
The mattress has four hook-and-loop straps attached to
one side. To attach the mattress to the cot, lay the mattress on the cot
with the hook-and-loop strips down. Fasten the straps around adjacent
frame tubes. To remove, separate the hook and loop straps.
RESTRAINTS:
A set of two, two-piece restraints is provided. Attach the
restraints
only
to the cot main frame. Attach the restraints at points
on the cot frame appropriate for securing torso and legs. Follow the
instructions in the restraint users’ manuals (supplied).
Keep restraint users’ manuals with this manual for future reference. For
additional, free manuals, contact Ferno Customer Service (page 2).