© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3257-01 December, 2004
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Ferno Model 50-E
1 - SAFETY INFORMATION
1.1 Warning
Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury.
The following warnings appear in this manual.
1.3 Bloodborne Disease Notice
To reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases such
as HIV-1 and hepatitis when using the stretcher, follow the
disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual.
Safety Information
1.2 Important
Important notices emphasize important usage or
maintenance information.
Improper parts and service can cause injury.
Use only Ferno parts and Ferno-approved
service on the stretcher.
Modifying the stretcher can cause injury and
damage. Use the stretcher only as designed
by Ferno.
WARNING
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1.4 Stretcher-Fastener Compatibility
For the purpose of the following notice, the 50-E and all
Ferno stretchers are included under the generic term, cot:
Combining different manufacturer’s products into a
“mixed-component” cot/cot fastener system can increase
the users’ risk of injury and damage. Ferno-Washington,
Inc. strongly recommends that only Ferno-manufactured
cots be used in Ferno-manufactured cot fasteners, and
that only Ferno-manufactured cot fasteners be used for
securing Ferno-manufactured cots in ambulances.
ANY COMBINATION OF A FERNO COT OR COT
FASTENER WITH A NON-FERNO COT OR COT
FASTENER IS MISUSE OF THE FERNO PRODUCT.
Responsibility for the outcome of known, intentional
misuse rests squarely on the misuser.
Important
The stretcher top Safe Working Load (S.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 personnel to
operate the stretcher.
Improper use of the stretcher can cause injury.
Use the stretcher only for the purpose described
in this manual.
Modifying the stretcher can cause
unpredictable operation and injury. Do not alter
or modify the stretcher to fit the ambulance.
Releasing the swivel locks increases the
possibility for the stretcher to tip. Maintain
control of the stretcher at all times.
Worn or damaged restraints can fail and cause
injury. Inspect restraints regularly. Dispose of
restraints that are worn, damaged, or have been
involved in a vehicular accident.
Improper operation can cause injury. Operate
the stretcher only as described in this manual.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with
the patient at all times.
An unrestrained patient can fall off the stretcher
and be injured. Use restraints to secure the
patient on the stretcher.
An improperly attached stretcher top can
separate from the undercarriage and cause
injury. Attach the stretcher top only with the
head end facing the undercarriage loading end.
An unlocked undercarriage can cause injury.
Verify that each set of legs locks when
unloading the stretcher.
Helpers can cause injury. Maintain control of
the stretcher, operate the controls, and direct
all helpers.
Helpers can be injured. Show helpers where to
grasp the stretcher to avoid pinch points.
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain
the stretcher only as described in this manual.
Attaching improper items to the stretcher can
cause injury. Use only Ferno-approved items on
the stretcher.
WARNING
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