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© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / 234-3451-03 / September 2016

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Page

Section Page

Ferno Customer Relations ________________________2

1 - Safety Information _____________________________4

1.1 Warning __________________________________4

1.2 Important _________________________________4

1.3 Symbol Glossary ___________________________4

1.4 Bloodborne Disease Notice ___________________5

1.5 Cot and Fastener Compatibility _______________5

1.6 Safety and Instruction Labels _________________5

2 - Operator Skills and Training _____________________6

2.1 Skills _____________________________________6

2.2 Training __________________________________6

2.3 Height and Strength Considerations ___________6

3 - About the Cot __________________________________7

3.1 Description________________________________7

3.2 General Specifications _______________________8

3.3 Cot Positions ______________________________8

4 - Setup and Installation __________________________9

4.1 Ambulance Information _____________________9

4.2 Restraints and Accessories ___________________9

4.3 Fastener Compatibility ______________________9

4.4 Install the Safety Hook ______________________10

5 - Using the Features ___________________________ 12

5.1 Lift-First Control Handles ____________________12

5.2 Ergonomic Lifting Positions _________________13

5.3 Fastener Release Controls ___________________13

5.4 Two-Position Drop Frame ___________________14

5.5 Backrest _________________________________14

5.6 Shock Frame______________________________15

5.7 Sidearms ________________________________15

5.8 Lead Handle ______________________________16

5.9 Wheel Locks (Optional) _____________________16

5.10 Oxygen Cylinder Holder

(Models 35A+, 35A+ST Only) ________________17

5.11 Storage Tray (Models 35A+, 35A+ST Only) ______17

6 - Using the Cot ________________________________ 18

6.1 Before Placing the Cot in Service _____________18

6.2 General Guidelines for Use __________________18

6.3 Fully Engaging the Locking Mechanism ________18

6.4 Raising and Lowering the Cot ________________19

6.5 Transferring the Patient to the Cot ____________20

6.6 Rolling the Cot ____________________________21

6.7 Preparing to Load the Cot ___________________22

6.8 Loading the Cot ___________________________22

6.9 Unloading the Cot _________________________23

6.10 One Operator, Empty Cot ___________________24

6.11 Using Additional Help ______________________25

7 - Maintenance ________________________________ 26

7.1 Maintenance Schedule _____________________26

7.2 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Restraints _______26

7.3 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Mattress ________26

7.4 Disinfecting the Cot ________________________26

7.5 Cleaning the Cot __________________________26

7.6 Waxing the Cot ___________________________27

7.7 Inspecting the Cot _________________________27

7.8 Lubricating the Cot ________________________28

8 - Accessories and Related Products ______________ 29

9 - Parts and Service _____________________________ 29

9.1 U.S.A. and Canada _________________________29

9.2 Worldwide _______________________________29

9.3 Selected Parts for Cots

Before Serial Number L-322137 ______________29

9.4 Parts for Cots Serial Number

L-322137 and Higher _______________________30

Training Record_________________________________ 31

Maintenance Record ____________________________ 31

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Summary of Contents for 35A-ST

Page 1: ...Model 35A Series Ambulance Cot Users Manual September 2016 Pub No 234 3451 03 Read this Manual and Retain for Future Reference...

Page 2: ...les 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 State...

Page 3: ..._15 5 8 Lead Handle_______________________________16 5 9 Wheel Locks Optional ______________________16 5 10 Oxygen Cylinder Holder Models 35A 35A ST Only _________________17 5 11 Storage Tray Models 3...

Page 4: ...An unrestrained patient can fall off the cot and be injured Use restraints to secure the patient on the cot Rolling the cot sideways or in a loading position can cause the cot to tip and injure the p...

Page 5: ...ENER IS MISUSE OF THE FERNO PRODUCT Responsibility for the outcome of known intentional misuse rests squarely on the misuser Safety Information 1 6 Safety and Instruction Labels Safety and instruction...

Page 6: ...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 f...

Page 7: ...tor or Ferno Customer Relations page 2 Set of three restraints Mattress U S A NOTICE The cot is for use with ambulances that meet the requirements of the Star of Life certification via Federal Ambulan...

Page 8: ...t Ratio3 35A 6 76 SWR 35A ST 6 41 SWR 35A 5 95 SWR 35A ST 5 68 SWR Load Capacity 500 lb 227 kg Load Capacity UK 35 7 st Note All Ferno mattresses for emergency medical service use are heat sealed 1 He...

Page 9: ...ed with the cot STAT TRAC FASTENER The Models 35A ST and 35A ST cots are compatible with all versions of the Ferno Model 185 Stat Trac fastener See the fastener installation manual for complete instal...

Page 10: ...s the skills of a mechanic familiar with ambulance construction Before installing the safety hook consult the ambulance manufacturer regarding the location of wiring oxygen or fuel lines and other ele...

Page 11: ...k facing the front of the ambulance Position the safety hook at least 11 inches 279 mm from both sides of the door frame Figure 4 so the cot safety bar will engage the hook when the cot is loaded or u...

Page 12: ...ng 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 acce...

Page 13: ...er release control lever Models 35A 35A or fastener release control handle Models 35A ST 35A ST allows the cot to be released from the cot fastener when unloading the cot from an ambulance Location Th...

Page 14: ...sleeves automatically snap over and lock the hinges 5 5 Backrest Purpose The backrest allows the patient s torso to be elevated for comfort or for medical necessity The backrest can be adjusted betwe...

Page 15: ...then press the two thumb levers Figure 13 and lower the shock frame After Use Buckle and or adjust the leg restraint 5 7 Sidearms Purpose Sidearms provide patient security and comfort Keep the sidear...

Page 16: ...procedures When engaged the wheel lock stops wheel rotation Location On equipped cots the wheel locks are located at opposite corners of the cot where they are accessible to the operator s right foot...

Page 17: ...ead the straps through the D rings 3 Cinch the straps tight then press the hook and loop fastener straps together Figure 17 Figure 17 Oxygen Cylinder Holder 5 11 Storage Tray Models 35A 35A ST Only Pu...

Page 18: ...gaging the Locking Mechanism False locking is a condition in which the locking mechanism does not fully engage when a control handle is released This can occur after changing cot positions if the lock...

Page 19: ...d to control the normal downward movement of the cot which 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 lockin...

Page 20: ...tient onto the cot 1 Unfasten the restraints and arrange the straps so they will not interfere with transferring the patient onto the cot 2 Place the cot beside the patient and adjust it to the patien...

Page 21: ...olling over rough terrain the operators and helpers should grasp the cot with both hands Side helpers may need to walk sideways under some circumstances Follow local protocols Important Roll the cot d...

Page 22: ...s the safety stop on the Stat Trac fastener Figure 24 2 Control Operator Lift the foot end of the cot until it is level with the ambulance floor Figure 25 3 Control Operator Squeeze and hold the under...

Page 23: ...folded completely and is locked then set the cot on the ground 7 Assisting Operator Use the fastener release lever or handle to disengage the cot from the fastener Figure 27 or Figure 28 8 Both Operat...

Page 24: ...d of the cot to the ground Figure 29 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 fr...

Page 25: ...elpers Two Operators Four Helpers Key O Operator H Helper P Patient Using the Cot Side helpers may need to walk sideways under some circumstances Follow local protocols Ferno recommends that helpers w...

Page 26: ...specting page 27 Lubricating page 28 Maintenance 7 3 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Mattress 1 Remove the mattress from the cot 2 To disinfect Apply disinfectant to the mattress following the disinfect...

Page 27: ...the cot free of excessive wear Are all screws nuts bolts rivets and roll pins securely in place Do all moving parts operate smoothly and properly Does the cot lock properly into each position Does the...

Page 28: ...Serial Numbers Before L 322137 Lubricate wheel bearings and wheel shanks with WRL 191S or SAE 30 weight oil LUBRICATION POINTS Use a small amount of lubricant 1 2 drops Lubricate identical points on e...

Page 29: ...lide cover right 1 090 5533 Slide cover left 1 190 1228 Center X frame axle rod with cover 1 8 ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS Ferno offers a full line of emergency medical service accessories fasten...

Page 30: ...5326 Ratchet return spring 2 16 090 5527 Center X frame axle rod with cover 1 Parts and Service No Part Description Qty 17 190 1239 Lower frame grip stick on style 2 18 090 5329 Slide cover finger gu...

Page 31: ...Ferno Washington Inc 234 3451 03 September 2016 31 TRAINING RECORD Date Name Training Method MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Maintenance Performed By...

Page 32: ...Ferno Washington Inc 234 3451 03 September 2016...

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