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Users’ Manual

September 2020

Pub. No. 234-2045-05

Pedi Mate

®

Model 678

Read this Manual and Retain 

for Future Reference

Summary of Contents for Pedi Mate 678

Page 1: ...Users Manual September 2020 Pub No 234 2045 05 Pedi Mate Model 678 Read this Manual and Retain for Future Reference ...

Page 2: ... Washington Inc reserves all intellectual property rights proprietary design rights manufacturing rights reproduction use rights and sales 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 Statement The products sold by Ferno are covered by a limited warranty...

Page 3: ...ts_______________________________________ 7 4 Using the Pedi Mate_____________________________________ 8 4 1 Before Placing the Pedi Mate in Service_________________ 8 4 2 General Guidelines for Use____________________________ 8 4 3 Positioning the Pedi Mate____________________________ 9 4 4 Securing the Pedi Mate______________________________ 9 4 5 Securing the Pedi Mate on an iN X_______________...

Page 4: ... attach the Pedi Mate to the cot are printed directly on the Pedi Mate base For complete instructions see Using the Pedi Mate on page 8 12 WARNING Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured Permit only trained personnel to operate the Pedi Mate Improper use of the Pedi Mate can cause injury Use the Pedi Mate only for the purpose described in this manual Improper application can cause injur...

Page 5: ...raining Operator using the Pedi Mate must read and understand this manual must have training on proper use of the Pedi Mate musthaveatrainingonemergency medicalserviceandemergency patient handling procedures must have the physical ability to assist the patient must practice with the Pedi Mate before using it with a patient must keep training records For a sample training record sheet see page 14 ...

Page 6: ...oints The five point patient harness consists of two continuous loop shoulder torso straps and a crotch strap All secure in a central fast release buckle and all are fully adjustable COMPATIBLE COTS The Pedi Mateis designed for use with the following Ferno cot models About the Pedi Mate Note The Pedi Mateis not compatible with Models 28 or 2033 chair cots 26 Series 28 Z PROFlexx 29 M 30 SC 35 A Se...

Page 7: ...p storage straps on reverse surface of Pedi Mate are not visible in this view FERNO Shoulder Straps Strap Adjustment Tab Buckle and Strap for Cot Main Frame Central Buckle Crotch Strap Crotch Strap Adjustment Tab Buckle and Strap for Cot Main Frame Strap Adjustment Tab Chest Clip Blanket Straps for Cot Backrest Straps for Cot Backrest Specifications Imperial Metric Load Capacity 10 40 lb 4 5 18 1 ...

Page 8: ...llow standard emergency patient handling procedures when using the Pedi Mate Stay with the patient at all times Always use the patient harness Use the Pedi Mate only when all elements are in good working order Use the Pedi Mate only with the approved cot models listed on page 6 Never use the Pedi Mate in a captain s chair or front seat of an ambulance Never use the Pedi Mate as an immobilization d...

Page 9: ...asting Main Frame 1 FERNO FERNO 2 3 1 Place the patient on the Pedi Mate If the black backrest strap is not at the patient s shoulder level adjust the blanket position 2 With the blanket properly positioned tighten the backrest strap by pulling very firmly on the free end of the strap until the mattress is compressed 3 Fasten a main frame strap by threading the tang end downward between the cot ma...

Page 10: ...ead it through the slot of the patient surface near the head end of the the iN X 4 Wrap the strap around the slot Figure 5 and fasten the buckle Figure 6 Leave a little slack in the strap for final adjustment 5 Repeat with the other main frame strap 6 Tighten each main frame strap by holding onto the buckle with one hand and pulling firmly on the free end of the strap Note To loosen a main frame s...

Page 11: ...rmpit level TIGHTENING THE HARNESS STRAPS To tighten the shoulder torso straps refer to Figure 9 and use the following procedure 1 Snug the shoulder strap A against the shoulder and chest by pulling section B of the strap with one hand while steadying the central buckle with the other hand 2 Repeat with the other shoulder strap 3 Snug the torso strap B by pulling on section C with one hand while s...

Page 12: ... buckle and unthread the shoulder strap on the patient s left side from the clip 3 Press the red release button in the central buckle and pull the buckle slightly downward to release the shoulder straps from the buckle 4 Loosen the shoulder straps and slide them away from the patient s body 5 Lift the patient from the Pedi Mate according to local protocols 4 8 Storing the Pedi Mate 1 Detach the Pe...

Page 13: ...ate from service Ferno recommends that in addition to scheduled maintenance operators perform a visual inspection each time the Pedi Mate is used If damage is noted remove the Pedi Mate from service immediately and replace it INSPECTION CHECKLIST Are all components present Is the Pedi Mate free of excessive wear Is all stitching secure Do the central buckle and adjustment tabs operate properly and...

Page 14: ... Ferno 234 2045 05 September 2020 14 Training Record Date Printed Name Signature Training Method Trainer Initials Read Manual Video Online Hands On TRAINING RECORD ...

Page 15: ... Ferno 234 2045 05 September 2020 15 Date Maintenance Performed By MAINTENANCE RECORD Maintenance Record ...

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