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Model 35A-NM

Maintenance

7 - MAINTENANCE

7.1 Maintenance Schedule

The cot requires regular maintenance. Set up and follow

a maintenance schedule. The table at right represents

minimum intervals for maintenance.
Keep maintenance records. A sample maintenance record

sheet is provided on page 31.
When using maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’

directions and read the manufacturers’ material safety data

sheets. You can purchase a recommended disinfectant from

your Ferno distributor or Ferno Customer Relations (page 2).

7.2 Disinfecting and Cleaning

the Restraints

Remove the restraints from the cot before disinfecting or

cleaning them.

CAM-BUCKLE RESTRAINTS

Disinfecting:

Apply disinfectant to the cam-buckle

restraints, following the disinfectant manufacturer’s

directions for application method and contact time.

Cleaning:

Place the cam-buckle restraints in a mesh bag

(not supplied) and machine wash in warm water with a

mild detergent. Hang the restraints to dry. Do

not

place the

restraints in a dryer.

METAL-BUCKLE OR OTHER RESTRAINTS

Disinfect and clean only as directed in the restraint users’

manuals provided with the restraints. For Ferno restraints,

additional, free users’ manuals can be obtained from Ferno

Customer Relations (page 2).

7.4 Disinfecting the Cot

Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant

manufacturer’s instructions for application method and

contact time. Ferno recommends you inspect the cot for

damage as you disinfect it.

WARNING

Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain

the cot only as described in this manual.

Minimum

Maintenance Intervals

Each U

s N

eeded

Each M

Disinfecting

(this page)

•

Cleaning

(this page, page 26)

•

Waxing

(page 26)

•

Inspecting

(page 26)

•

Lubricating

(page 27)

•

7.3 Disinfecting and Cleaning

the Mattress

1. Remove the mattress from the cot.
2.

To disinfect:

Apply disinfectant to the mattress,

following the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions

for application method and contact time.

To clean:

Wash the mattress with warm, soapy water

and a soft cloth. Rinse the mattress with clear water.

Hang the mattress to dry, or dry it with a towel.

Note:

To prevent exposure to bloodborne disease, remove

the mattress from service if it becomes ripped or torn.

Important

Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach,

phenolics, or iodines can cause damage. Do not use

products containing these chemicals.

Summary of Contents for 35A-NM

Page 1: ...Users Manual Read this Manual and Retain for Future Reference September 2016 Pub No 234 3411 02 Model 35A NM Mobile Transporter ...

Page 2: ... 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 Ferno Customer Relations For ordering assistance or general information CANADA AND THE 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 AL...

Page 3: ...__ 14 5 3 Adjustable Backrest______________________ 15 5 4 Sidearms_______________________________ 15 5 5 Wheel Locks____________________________ 15 5 6 Shock Frame____________________________ 16 5 7 Two Position Drop Frame__________________ 16 6 Using the Cot_______________________________ 17 6 1 Before Placing the Cot in Service____________ 17 6 2 General Guidelines for Use_________________ 17 6...

Page 4: ...o operate the cot Improper use of the cot can cause injury Use the cot only for the purpose described in this manual Failure to use the safety hook can cause injury Install and use the safety hook as described in this manual An unrestrained patient can fall off the cot and be injured Use restraints to secure the patient on the cot Improper operation can cause injury Operate the cot only as describ...

Page 5: ...or from your Ferno distributor page 2 Pinch Point Label Qty 4 Keep hands clear of these areas General Information Label Qty 1 This label identifies the cot by model name and warns the user to read this users manual operate the cot with two trained operators and to observe the cot load limit Magnetic Resonance Rating Label Qty 1 See Section 1 7 on page 6 for Conditions of Use Hand Guard Label Qty 2...

Page 6: ... of 720 Gauss cm or less Inside the MR environment e g in the MR system room close to the scanner The cot is not designed or designated for use directly inside the MR system e g inside the bore of the scanner Magnetic Resonance Rating Label Safety Information FERNO COMPLIANCE Ferno adheres to the ASTM International classification and definitions found in the following document The American Society...

Page 7: ... information A sample training record sheet is provided on page 30 When unloading the cot the foot end operator must lift and hold the weight of the cot patient and equipment high enough for the wheels to remain off the ground until the undercarriage legs completely unfold and lock into place Supporting this weight requires greater strength from short operators than from tall operators because sho...

Page 8: ... Series not included WARNING Improper use of the cot can cause injury Use the cot only for the purpose described in this manual 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...

Page 9: ... 257 mm Length Maximum 79 in 2007 mm Minimum 61 in 1549 mm Width Overall 24 in 610 mm Weight2 71 lb 32 kg Strength to Weight Ratio3 6 6 SWR Load Limit 500 lb 227 kg Note All Ferno mattresses for emergency medical service use are heat sealed 1 Height measurements are as follows Loading Position is the distance from the ground to the bottom of the loading wheel Bed Position is the distance from the ...

Page 10: ...act Ferno Customer Relations page 2 your Ferno distributor or visit www ferno com Undercarriage Grip Transport Wheel 4 Lower Lift Frame Lower Control Handle Main Frame Upper Control Handle Shock Frame Sidearm 2 Backrest Backrest Adjustment Lever Drop Frame Loading Wheel 2 Safety Bar Release Lever Lock Sleeve 2 3 4 Components Safety Bar Side Control Handle Head End Foot End ...

Page 11: ...your removable fastener does not already have this mounting block contact Ferno Customer Relations page 2 This block is not used with fasteners permanently mounted to the floor with a large bolt WARNING Failure to use the safety hook can cause injury Install and use the safety hook as described in this manual Important Before installing the safety hook consult the ambulance manufacturer about poss...

Page 12: ...afety bar will engage the hook when the cot is loaded or unloaded Position the safety hook no more than 19 7 8 inches 505 mm from the front edge of the hook to the rear of the ambulance including the bumper and folding bumper step in the extended open position INSTALLING THE SAFETY HOOK 1 Mark the position of the safety hook on the floor 2 Drill holes for the screws and attach the safety hook to t...

Page 13: ...d end of a strap up between the mattress and main frame of the cot 3 Wrap the other end of the strap up around the main frame tube thread it through the loop Figure 6 and pull it until the loop is tight around the tube 4 Repeat Steps 1 3 with the remaining five restraint straps 5 Fasten the restraints FASTENING AND UNFASTENING THE RESTRAINTS To fasten a restraint Open the cam lock and thread the r...

Page 14: ... cot head end If using the side control handle position the assisting operator at the opposite side of the cot Use the control handle that is best for the lifting situation For example the lower control handle gives a short operator better leverage for lifting After the position change both operators continue to support the weight of the cot patient and accessories while the operator releases the ...

Page 15: ...ks Purpose The wheel locks help keep the cot stationary during patient transfer and certain medical procedures When engaged the wheel lock stops wheel rotation Location All four transport wheels have wheel locks Use Figure 15 To engage The trailing end of the lock lever is marked with the word ON press this end of the lever to engage the lock To disengage The shank end of the lever is marked with ...

Page 16: ... leg restraint Figure 16 Lift Before Unlocking and Lowering the Shock Frame 5 7 Two Position Drop Frame Purpose In the extended position the two position drop frame is used for raising lowering loading and unloading the cot In the lowered position Figure 17 it is used to shorten the cot where space is limited such as in an elevator or narrow hallway The frame is unlocked in the lowered position an...

Page 17: ...heavy loads patient and equipment For placement of helpers see Using Additional Help page 24 Stay with the patient at all times Always use patient restraints to secure the patient on the cot WARNING An unrestrained patient can fall off the cot and be injured Use restraints to secure the patient on the cot WARNING False locking can cause injury After changing positions lift the cot until all the wh...

Page 18: ... should expect and be prepared to control the normal downward movement of the cot that occurs when a control handle is squeezed RAISING OR LOWERING THE COT 1 Both Operators Lift the cot slightly to take the weight off the locking mechanism 2 Both Operators As the control operator squeezes and holds the control handle both operators raise or lower the cot If the control handle is difficult to squee...

Page 19: ...nts with metal buckles The cam buckle restraints are not suitableforrestrainingapatientinamovingvehicle 6 5 Transferring the Patient to the Cot To transfer a patient onto the cot 1 Make sure the style of restraint on the cot is correct for the cot s use before transferring the patient to the cot see Section 4 4 Patient Restraints page 13 2 Unfasten the restraints and arrange the straps so they wil...

Page 20: ...the other end of the cot over the obstacle Do not roll the cot sideways Rolling a cot sideways can increase the chance for the cot to tip and injure the patient and or operators Use additional help as needed to safely control the weight of the patient and cot see Using Additional Help page 24 When rolling over rough terrain the operators and helpers should grasp the cot with both hands Side helper...

Page 21: ...both loading wheels are on the patient compartment floor and the safety bar passes the safety hook Figure 23 2 Control Operator Lift the foot end of the cot until it is level with the ambulance floor 3 ControlOperator Squeezeandholdtheundercarriage control handle and tell the Assisting Operator to lift the undercarriage 4 Assisting Operator Grasp the undercarriage grip Figure 24 When the Control O...

Page 22: ...ur transport wheels are off the ground to verify that the undercarriage has unfolded completely and is locked then set the cot on the ground 7 Assisting Operator Pull the safety bar release lever toward the foot end of the cot to disengage the safety bar from the safety hook Figure 26 8 Both Operators Roll the cot completely out of the ambulance As the cot is rolled away from the safety hook the A...

Page 23: ...gure 27 4 Release the control handle to allow the undercarriage to lock 5 Grasp the undercarriage frame with one hand and pull the undercarriage upward against the main frame to verify that the cot has locked in the folded position 6 Lift the foot end of the cot until it is level with the patient compartment floor Push the cot into the ambulance 7 Secure the cot in the cot fastener To unload the c...

Page 24: ...some circumstances Follow local protocols Ferno recommends that helpers work in pairs to help maintain cot balance The chart below shows suggested placement for operators and helpers WARNING Helpers can cause injury Maintain control of the cot operate the controls and direct all helpers WARNING Helpers can be injured Show helpers where to grasp the cot to avoid pinch points Load Limit Inspect the ...

Page 25: ...and clean only as directed in the restraint users manuals provided with the restraints For Ferno restraints additional free users manuals can be obtained from Ferno Customer Relations page 2 7 4 Disinfecting the Cot Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant Follow the disinfectant manufacturer s instructions for application method and contact time Ferno recommends you inspect the cot for damage as you d...

Page 26: ...oes the cot load and unload properly Does the safety hook engage the safety bar Does the cot roll smoothly Do the wheels show signs of excessive wear Do the wheel locks engage properly Are the restraints properly installed Is restraint webbing in good condition with no cuts or frayed edges Are restraint buckles free of visible damage and do they operate properly Is the ambulance properly prepared ...

Page 27: ...ricant 1 2 drops Lubricate identical points on each side of the cot 1 Sidearm Lock Pins WRL 191S E Z 1 SAE 30 weight oil 2 Drop Frame Hinges WRL 191S E Z 1 or white lithium grease 3 Loading Wheel Bearings WRL 191S E Z 1 SAE 30 weight oil 4 Telescoping Leg WRL 191S E Z 1 white lithium grease Transport Wheels only cots before S N L 322137 WRL 191S SAE 30 weight oil LUBRICATION FREE ITEMS Transport W...

Page 28: ...ctions packed with accessories Keep the instructions with this manual When using accessories be aware of any special considerations such as doorway heights and widths etc Contact Ferno Customer Relations page 2 or your Ferno distributor for product information WARNING Attaching improper items to the cot can cause injury Use only Ferno approved items on the cot RESTRAINTS Description Part Number No...

Page 29: ...djustment lever w hardware 1 8 090 3077 30 NM and 35A NM Backrest adjustment assembly lock pin w hardware 1 13 No Part Description Qty 9 090 2948 Backrest adjustment assembly V spring 1 10 190 2068 35A NM Load wheel w hardware 1 11 090 5180 35A NM Safety bar release w hardware 1 12 190 2069 35A NM 5 Ultraglide caster w brake hardware 1 13 090 1308 Safety hook 4 in 102 mm 1 090 5015 Safety hook 2 5...

Page 30: ...30 Ferno Washington Inc 234 3411 02 September 2016 Model 35A NM TRAINING RECORD Date Name Training Method ...

Page 31: ... Ferno Washington Inc 234 3411 02 September 2016 31 Model 35A NM MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Maintenance Performed By ...

Page 32: ... Ferno Washington Inc 234 3411 02 September 2016 ...

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