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Model 50-E

Easy Load Stretcher

December 2004 INT

Users’ Manual

Pub. No. 234-3257-01

Summary of Contents for 50-E

Page 1: ...Model 50 E Easy Load Stretcher December 2004 INT Users Manual Pub No 234 3257 01...

Page 2: ...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 informati...

Page 3: ...Attaching One Piece Restraints 20 6 4 Attaching Harness Components 20 21 6 5 Adjusting Restraint Length 22 6 6 Securing the Patient 22 23 6 7 Unfastening the Harness 23 6 8 Removing the Restraints 23...

Page 4: ...traint Through the Seat Panel 20 Figure 21 Positioning the Pelvis Strap 20 Figure 22 Attaching the Pelvis Strap Bracket 20 Figure 23 Attaching a Brackrest Strap Bracket to a Mounting Post 21 Figure 24...

Page 5: ...W L is less than the S W L for the system of stretcher top and undercarriage Do not exceed the S W L limits shown in this manual Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained...

Page 6: ...immediately New labels are available from your Ferno distributor page 39 The following labels are affixed to the stretcher Safety Information MODEL 50 E UNDERCARRIAGE LABELS Foot End Control Label 1 H...

Page 7: ...em gently against the ambulance 2 2 Training Trainees need to follow a training program designed by their training officer read this manual For additional free users manuals contact your Ferno distrib...

Page 8: ...onnel About the Stretcher STRETCHER TOP FEATURES Side rails Carrying handles 4 Positions recumbent 2 shock and chair Infinitely adjustable gas assist backrest Quick Fix lock UNDERCARRIAGE FEATURES 5 L...

Page 9: ...UNDERCARRIAGE Length 1980 mm Width 560 mm Weight 32 kg SYSTEM SAFE WORKING LOAD System Undercarriage plus Stretcher Top Length 1980 mm Width 560 mm Loading height 710 mm Height Position A 855 mm Posit...

Page 10: ...7 01 December 2004 Ferno Model 50 E 3 6 Stretcher Positions About the Stretcher FOLDED POSITION A ROLLING LOADING POSITION B TRANSFER POSITION D TRANSFER POSITION C TRANSFER 175 mm 855 mm 762 mm 645 m...

Page 11: ...ts the ambulance floor It releases a secondary lock and allows the head end legs to fold The foot end touch bar is activated when it contacts the ambulance bumper It unlocks the foot end legs For comp...

Page 12: ...aged by moving it across the undercarriage from the patient left to the patient right OPERATOR STANDING ON PATIENT LEFT To engage the lock bar Figure 4 1 Lift the lock lever the hooks will drop down 2...

Page 13: ...lack override handle and the foot end control handle Figure 6 The override handle bypasses the rear touch bar mechanism Pull it and then pull the red control handle to lower the foot end See Raising L...

Page 14: ...it in place Figure 8 This unlocks the casters and allows the wheels to swivel freely Hold the lever in this position as long as additional maneuverability is needed To lock the casters Release the re...

Page 15: ...coping Head End Handle 2 Side Rail 2 Side Rail Release Pin 2 Quick Fix Lock Release Lever 2 Stretcher Top Position Release Lever Integrated Side Rail IV Pole optional Gas Assist Backrest Control Handl...

Page 16: ...hen the desired position is reached release the release lever 3 Raise or lower the leg section until the lock engages 5 4 Gas Assist Backrest The gas assist backrest can be elevated to any angle betwe...

Page 17: ...security and comfort Keep the side rails raised except during patient transfer To lower pull the lock pin Figure 13 and swing the side rail down To raise swing the side rail up until it locks Figure 1...

Page 18: ...nd operator raises and grasps the handles on the chair legs The head end operator grasps the crosstube Figure 16 the stretcher top main frame or the leg posts An optional stair chair handle kit not su...

Page 19: ...discomfort or impairing circulation Figure 18 Keep restraints fastened when not in use to prevent them from interfering with stretcher operation 6 1 Preparing the Stretcher for Use Attach Australian S...

Page 20: ...through the slot on the other side Figure 20 5 Zip the cover closed 6 4 Attaching Harness Components The harness has two components a shoulder harness and a pelvis strap ATTACH THE PELVIS STRAP 1 Pos...

Page 21: ...ss as shown in Figure 17 on page 19 with the torso straps and links facing the head end the cross strap brackets near the posts on the backrest 2 Hook the cross strap brackets to the posts on each sid...

Page 22: ...er the patient following Steps 1 4 of Transferring the Patient page 29 2 Lengthen the shoulder and pelvis straps as needed 3 Pull the harness straps over the patient s head Position the two shoulder s...

Page 23: ...arness with the patient on the stretcher top 1 Unfasten all three restraints and place the ends out of the way 2 Pull the shoulder straps over the patient s head and place them clear of the patient 3...

Page 24: ...oads patient and equipment See Using Additional Help page 33 Follow standard emergency patient handling procedures when operating the stretcher Stay with the patient at all times Always use patient re...

Page 25: ...er top toward the head end of the undercarriage until the four hooks on the undercarriage engage the head end of the stretcher top Figure 31 and the two hooks hanging from the foot end of the stretche...

Page 26: ...oot End Operator Pull the stretcher top toward yourself until the hooks on the stretcher top and undercarriage are disengaged Head End Operator Hold the undercarriage steady or pull it slightly away f...

Page 27: ...stretcher main frame with an underhand grasp or extend and use the stretcher top handles Figure 35 2 Both Operators Raise the stretcher until the legs lock at the desired position Maintain your grasp...

Page 28: ...er the end of the stretcher one level Figure 37 If at the head end squeeze the control handle If at the foot end squeeze the yellow black override handle and the red control handle 3 Release the contr...

Page 29: ...he restraints lower the side rails and position the restraint straps so they will not interfere with transferring the patient 3 Transfer the patient onto the stretcher top using approved EMS procedure...

Page 30: ...me and pull the stretcher Figure 41 4 Head End Operator Position yourself at the side of the stretcher near the patient s head or at the head end of the stretcher and grasp the main frame Attend the p...

Page 31: ...red control handle and begin pushing the stretcher into the ambulance The head end legs will fold 6 Foot End Operator Continue pushing the stretcher into the ambulance Be prepared to assume the remain...

Page 32: ...the legs to unfold completely and lock 5 Foot End Operator With the rear wheels on the ground continue pulling the stretcher from the ambulance until the head end legs unfold completely and lock Figu...

Page 33: ...er if the load limit has been exceeded See Inspecting the Stretcher page 35 Using the Stretcher Key O Operator H Helper P Patient Changing Levels Helpers Loading Unloading Rolling Two Operators Four H...

Page 34: ...d Cleaning the Restraints 1 Remove restraints from stretcher 2 Spray metal components with disinfectant cleaner and wipe with clean cloth following disinfectant manufacturer s instructions Do not imme...

Page 35: ...infecting and Cleaning the Stretcher To disinfect Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant following the disinfectant manufacturer s directions Ferno recommends that you inspect the stretcher for obvious d...

Page 36: ...ubricant Reference Points Component Lubricate With 3 Lock pin spring WRL 191 S or 10W 30 synthetic oil 2 Metal T castings WRL 191 S or 10W 30 synthetic oil 3 Metal saddle top of leg WRL 191 S or 10W 3...

Page 37: ...tructions with this manual Be aware of any special considerations loading heights door heights etc when using accessories For product information please contact your Ferno distributor page 39 Attachin...

Page 38: ...order Ferno parts and for professional stretcher repair contact Ferno Australia the only agent authorized by Ferno to manage service and repair Ferno products Ferno Australia 11 Johnstone Road Brenda...

Page 39: ...t decals paint etc are warranted for 90 days B Soft goods webbing vinyl fabric foam etc are warranted for 90 days C Repairs and services are warranted for 90 days or until the end of the time period s...

Page 40: ...40 Ferno Washington Inc 234 3257 01 December 2004 Ferno Model 50 E TRAINING RECORD Date Training Method Name...

Page 41: ...Ferno Washington Inc 234 3257 01 December 2004 41 Ferno Model 50 E MAINTENANCE RECORD By Date Maintenance Performed...

Page 42: ...42 Ferno Washington Inc 234 3257 01 December 2004 Ferno Model 50 E NOTES...

Page 43: ...Ferno Washington Inc 234 3257 01 December 2004 43 Ferno Model 50 E NOTES...

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