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Paraguard Excel Stretcher

Introduction

2 - INTRODUCTION

2.5 Product Overview

Figure 2 - Unit Identification

Vertical

Lifting Ring

Lifting Bridle

D Ring

Leg Pad

Body Board

Carry Handles

Head

Restraint

Harness

Arm Harness

Vertical

Lifting Ring

Comfort Pad

Fastening Straps

2.4 Technical Specification

Operating temperature range: from -15'C to + 40'C
Maximum working lifespan - 10 years

* All dimensions are approximate.
Load limit is total weight distributed in accordance with basic human anatomy proportions. Users must consider the weight of the
patient, equipment and accessories when determining the total load on the Paraguard

Excel Rescue Stretcher. Ferno reserves the right

to change specifications without notice.

Paraguard® Excel

Rescue Stretcher c/w

Pillow & Valise

L x W x C (mm)

Weight

Max Load Capacity

Folded in Valise:

920 x 270 x 150 mm

Packed - no Accessories

11.5 kg

136 kg/21 st/300 lbs

Deployed:

1820 x 250 mm

(excluding body flaps)

Packed - all Accessories

16 kg

Four Point Lifting Sling

227 kg/35.7 kg/500 lbs

Summary of Contents for Paraguard Excel Stretcher

Page 1: ...User Manual Paraguard Excel Stretcher FERNO MAN 0719 133 R03 UK Stock Code 2003 0037 Read this Manual and Retain for Future Reference ...

Page 2: ... patent rights proprietary design rights manufacturing rights reproducing use rights and sales rights thereto and to any articles disclosed therein except to the extent that rights are expressly granted to others The foregoing does not apply to vendor proprietary parts The Paraguard Excel and its associated parts are manufactured by Ferno UK Ltd under licence to Irvin GQ Ltd Specifications are app...

Page 3: ...e Foul Weather Sheet______________ 14 3 7 Packaging the Paraguard After Use_________ 14 3 8 Backpacking the Valise___________________ 14 4 Routine Inspection and Maintenance ________ 15 4 1 Routine Inspection______________________ 15 4 1 1 Cleaning ______________________________ 15 4 1 2 Inspection_____________________________ 15 4 1 3 Paraguard Inspection____________________ 16 4 2 Repair Service...

Page 4: ...uard can cause injury and damage Use the Paraguard only as designed by Ferno Attaching Non Ferno items to the Paraguard can cause injury Use only Ferno approved items on the Paraguard 1 2 Important Blood borne Disease Notice To reduce the risk of exposure to blood borne diseases such as HIV 1 and hepatitis when using this product follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual 1 4...

Page 5: ...anual It is the user s responsibility to ensure safe practices for the patient and themselves 4 Placement techniques heavy patients rough terrain or unusual circumstances may require more rescuers 5 Always follow instructions and adhere to warnings See Page 4 PREFACE This manual has been prepared to provide general instructions for proper usage and maintenance of the Paraguard Excel Rescue Stretch...

Page 6: ...it At our option we will refund the product s purchase price In no event is Ferno liable for more than the selling price of the product The purchaser accepts these terms in lieu of all damages Except for the limited warranty above Ferno makes no other warranties either expressed or implied Ferno makes no implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose In no event will Fe...

Page 7: ...dimensions are approximate Load limit is total weight distributed in accordance with basic human anatomy proportions Users must consider the weight of the patient equipment and accessories when determining the total load on the Paraguard Excel Rescue Stretcher Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice Paraguard Excel Rescue Stretcher c w Pillow Valise L x W x C mm Weight Max...

Page 8: ...d on Rescue Stretcher operation before they use the Stretcher Operators should practice using the Paraguard Excel Stretcher before using with a casualty 3 1 2 Operating Guidelines Inform the casualty before moving or lifting the Paraguard Excel Stretcher Stay with the casualty and control the Stretcher at all times Keep the casualty restrained when using the Stretcher Use help when needed to ensur...

Page 9: ...UK Paraguard Excel Stretcher Principles of Operation 2 INTRODUCTION 3 2 STORAGE This Rescue Stretcher should be stored in a well ventilated place away from extremes of hot cold and moisture including high humidity and salt laden atmospheres ...

Page 10: ...ocking pin 3 Engage the locking sleeve until the locking pin is in view in the slot Rotate locking sleeve 90 clockwise 4 Ensure that the spring loaded plunger re engages in the locking sleeve This is vital to prevent damage to the locking sleeve and poles and to ensure that the poles cannot separate Figure 5 Engage locking sleeve 5 Un clip the handle retaining straps and the GREEN strap buckle If ...

Page 11: ...ad 3 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Figure 9 Adjusting head restraint 3 4 Securing the Patient 1 Using recognised patient handling techniques position the casualty on the Paraguard Excel with their head level with the top of the stretcher Figure 10 Positioning the head using the harness Figure 11 Securing retaining straps 2 Position the head restraining harness on the casualty s forehead using the top st...

Page 12: ...curing grey retaining strap Figure 14 Securing foot restraint 1 7 Secure the casualty s feet by passing the BLACK strap over the legs round under the instep and back over the legs as shown below The casualty is now securely located in the Paraguard Excel Stretcher ready for evacuation Figure 15 Securing foot restraint 2 Figure 16 Securing foot restraint 3 Figure 17 Securing foot restraint 4 Figure...

Page 13: ... 2 Clip the Carabiners to the D rings as shown ensuring that the two shorter straps marked HEAD with the fluo rescent markers are at the head end See Figure 20 3 The longer straps are for use at the foot end Lock all four Carabiners by rotating the knurled locking thimbles 4 Secure the side carrying handles to the GREEN strap and the leg board using the GREY straps and press studs Figure 20 Using ...

Page 14: ...Lay the foul weather sheet on the ground and open out flat 2 Position the casualty on the sheet and wrap the casualty inside using the hook and loop fastening enclo sures provided 3 Place the casualty on the Paraguard Excel Stretcher as shown in Figure 23 Figure 23 Using Foul Weather Sheet 3 7 Packing the Paraguard After Use Before packing the stretcher away ensure that all the straps are tidy and...

Page 15: ...If stored in a well ventilated place away from extremes of hot cold and moisture 4 1 3 Paraguard Inspection Check that the plungers located at both the head and foot ends and on the locking sleeves operate freely Do the locking sleeves engage properly Look along the poles from one end for signs of distortion Also check poles for corrosion Check vertical lifting rings straps and attachment points f...

Page 16: ...ts fit freely Carrying Harnesses Check snap hooks for corrosion and ensure that the gate snaps shut Check webbing for damage Pillow Check for general damage Check that the hook and loop fastener still operates Foul Weather Sheet Check general condition Check for rips tears and holes If the Paraguard Excel is damaged in any way take it out of service until it has been repaired or replaced as necess...

Page 17: ...274 854511 Fax 44 0 1274 851111 Email service ferno co uk 4 3 Limitations on Repairs Replacement strap assemblies and repairs to damaged straps should be carried out only once Minor damage to the body and leg boards can be repaired using patches A maximum of six patches are allowed Up to six patches are permitted on a comfort pad after which the pad needs replacing Repairs to the valise are limite...

Page 18: ...33 R03 UK Paraguard Excel Stretcher Inspection Maintenance 4 ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Trainee Name Basic Training Refresher Update Owner s Manual In Service Formal Class etc Training Date Training Method 4 4 Training Record ...

Page 19: ...19 Ferno UK Ltd FERNO MAN 0719 133 R03 UK Paraguard Excel Stretcher Inspection Maintenance 4 ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Date Inspection Operation Preformed By 4 5 Inspection Record ...

Page 20: ...Ltd FERNO MAN 0719 133 R03 UK Paraguard Excel Stretcher Inspection Maintenance 4 ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4 6 Maintenance Record Date Maintenance Operation Preformed Reason for maintenance if necessary By ...

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