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© Ferno-Washington, Inc.   234-3310-01  May 2005

POWERFlexx

™

Accessories and Related Products

11 - ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS

Ferno offers a full line of accessories (fasteners, IV
poles, immobilizers, blankets, etc.) approved for use
with the cot. Always follow the instructions packed with
accessories. Keep the instructions with this manual. Be
aware of any special considerations (loading heights,
door heights, etc.) when using accessories.

Contact Ferno Customer Relations (page 41) or your
Ferno distributor for product information.

Attaching improper items to the cot can
cause injury. Use only Ferno-approved items
on the cot.

WARNING

!

FERNO-RECOMMENDED DISINFECTANT

Description

Part #

SaniZene

®

 Hard Surface Disinfectant

4 ea., 1 gallon ............................................. 078-9214

COT-MOUNTED ACCESSORIES

Description

Part #

Large Body Surface (LBS) ...........................081-9991
LBS IV pole ..................................................008-7173
LBS mount blocks POWERFlexx (set/6) ....082-1994
LBS mount block POWERFlexx (1 ea) .......082-1995

274 Pac Rac

™

 equipment tray ......................081-9960

513-13 IV pole ..............................................008-7172
514 Oxy-Clip ................................................008-5500

Sidearm cover (1 ea) ....................................082-1953
Sof-Net (drop frame storage) .......................081-9874
Transfer board ..............................................010-7981

POWERFlexx locking mattress ...................031-3997
POWERFlexx power pack module .............. 082-2011
POWERFlexx battery charger ......................082-2014
POWERFlexx battery (1 ea) ........................082-2012
POWERFlexx actuator assembly .................082-2013

TOUCH-UP PAINT

Description

Part #

Rescue red ....................................................... 081-9972
Day-glo green .................................................. 081-9973
Safety orange ................................................... 081-9974
Electric blue ..................................................... 081-9975
Dove gray ........................................................ 081-9976
Black ................................................................ 081-9977

RESTRAINTS

Description

Part #

430 Restraint (2 pc., 7’ black) ......................... 031-3911
430 Restraint (2 pc., 5’ black) ......................... 031-3892
417-1 Shoulder harness (black) ....................... 031-3915
Guide strap for harness restraint (only) ........... 031-3945

Summary of Contents for POWERFlexx

Page 1: ...POWERFlexx Hydraulic Cot May 2005 GLO Users Manual Pub No 234 3310 01...

Page 2: ...product in the event of transfer to new users Additional free copies are available upon request from Customer Relations Proprietary Notice The information disclosed in this manual is the property of F...

Page 3: ...ndle 22 6 8 Wheel Locks 22 6 9 Patient Restraints 23 6 10 Locking Mattress 23 Page Section 7 Using the Cot 24 28 7 1 Before Placing the Cot in Service 24 7 2 General Guidelines for Use 24 7 3 Changing...

Page 4: ...g the Sidearm 20 Figure 22 Lowering the Shock Frame 20 Figure 23 Foot End Lift Bar Positions 21 Figure 24 Adjusting the Foot End Hinges 21 Figure 25 Using the Lead Handle 22 Illustrations Figure 26 Wh...

Page 5: ...Modifying the cot can cause injury and damage Use the cot only as designed by Ferno Attaching improper items to the cot can cause injury Use only Ferno approved items on the cot WARNING Untrained oper...

Page 6: ...e cot manually Label B and Label C 6 total per cot Indicates that fingers or hands can be injured if placed near areas of the cot where these labels are located Label E and Label F 4 total per cot Ind...

Page 7: ...of the cot record their training information A sample training record sheet is provided on page 42 The hydraulic power system of this cot eliminates the need for an assistant operator to raise or low...

Page 8: ...TION The ambulance bumper extension must not exceed 14 inches The patient compartment must have a level floor large enough for the folded cot and a Ferno cot fastener installed not included See Cot an...

Page 9: ...rop Frame Control Handle Hydraulic Actuator Unit Control Panel see insets Control Panel Top Battery Charge Indicator Power Switch Lead Handle LOWER LOAD Touch Pad RAISE UNLOAD Touch Pad 175 Fastener P...

Page 10: ...ding Height 33 84 cm LOADING HEIGHT RANGE Fully fold the cot to place it in an ambulance or to transfer a patient from the ground onto the cot The cot can also be rolled in the fully folded position i...

Page 11: ...2 lock washers 2 in 20 nuts The machine screws must be long enough to pass through the safety hook patient compartment floor both washers and still have at least two full threads extending past the n...

Page 12: ...er step in the extended open position INSTALLING THE SAFETY HOOK 1 Mark the position of the safety hook on the floor 2 Drill holes through the floor for the flat head machine screws 3 Attach the safet...

Page 13: ...mounting block Figure 5 and knob Do not update your fastener if the antler is permanently mounted to the floor by a bolt OR your removable antler already uses the new style low profile mounting block...

Page 14: ...the Load Limit SAFE PRACTICES NOTE Both operators must assume their positions at opposite ends of the cot and maintain a firm grasp on the main frame during hydraulic operation Figure 7 The hydraulic...

Page 15: ...d to position the switches at a comfortable height for the operator See Adjustable Foot End Lift Bar page 21 5 4 Battery Charge Indicator The red light on the battery charge indicator Figure 11 indica...

Page 16: ...POWERED MODE Release the manual mode handle Safely Using Manual Mode The pressure you use to squeeze the manual mode handle determines the speed at which you can manually raise and lower the undercarr...

Page 17: ...gure 15 5 Test the cot by raising and lowering it to verify the power pack is providing power to the unit Check the battery charge indicator and charge the batteries if needed 5 6 Battery Charger The...

Page 18: ...t Middle locked This position provides better lifting leverage for a short head end operator Folded unlocked Place the drop frame in this position and raise the backrest to shorten the cot when space...

Page 19: ...oading instructions see Unloading the Cot page 31 Figure 19 Safety Bar Release Handle 6 3 Backrest The backrest can be elevated to any angle between 0 and 61 To adjust the backrest 1 Unfasten or loose...

Page 20: ...The shock frame elevates the patient s legs 16 Stand at the foot end of the cot to operate the shock frame Use an underhand grip palms up to support the shock frame when raising or lowering it RAISIN...

Page 21: ...mately 10 These positions allow operators of different heights to use good lifting mechanics to grasp the frame and use the touch pad controls To adjust the foot end lift bar press the two hinge butto...

Page 22: ...wo transport wheels one at each end of the cot are fitted with wheel locks Use the wheel locks to help keep the cot stationary during patient transfer and certain medical procedures The wheel locks ar...

Page 23: ...o each shoulder strap and position the guide strap near the backrest frame To attach use and maintain restraints see the restraint users manuals supplied Additional free manuals are available from Fer...

Page 24: ...Operators may need help when working with heavy loads patient and equipment See Using Additional Help page 28 Follow standard emergency patient handling procedures when operating the cot Stay with the...

Page 25: ...ol Operator Release the touch pad when the cot is at the desired height Note If the weight on the cot exceeds the load limit the safety bleed valve will allow the cot to slowly settle to its folded po...

Page 26: ...les will not interfere with cot operation 8 Lift only the weight you can safely handle Use help as needed See Using Additional Help page 28 Figure 31 Securing the Patient RECOVERING FROM IMPROPERLY FO...

Page 27: ...lace the cot at a rolling height See Cot Height page 10 3 Control Operator Stand at the side of the cot and grasp the main frame Figure 32 or stand at the foot end of the cot and grasp the lead handle...

Page 28: ...ally Operators should maintain control of the cot operate the controls and direct all helpers Ferno recommends that helpers work in pairs to help maintain cot balance The chart below shows suggested p...

Page 29: ...cot with a Model 175 fastener requires the installation of the safety hook Also cot fasteners with removable antlers may need to be updated The safety hook and parts to update a fastener are supplied...

Page 30: ...Roll the cot into the ambulance until both loading wheels are on the patient compartment floor and the safety bar passes the safety hook Figure 35 5 Both Operators Lift and hold the foot end of the c...

Page 31: ...y hook on the ambulance floor catches the safety bar on the cot Keep the cot raised and level with the ambulance floor Figure 38 Use additional help as needed 4 Control Operator Press the green RAISE...

Page 32: ...wing changes 1 Control Operator and Helpers Lift and hold the cot level 2 Assisting Operator Squat beside the cot and grasp the lower frame Figure 41 3 Control Operator Squeeze and hold the manual mod...

Page 33: ...ety data sheets You can purchase a recommended disinfectant from your Ferno distributor or Ferno Customer Relations page 41 Improper maintenance can cause injury Maintain the cot only as described in...

Page 34: ...estraint webbing in good condition with no cuts or frayed edges Are restraint buckles free of visible damage and do they operate properly Is the ambulance properly prepared for the cot approved fasten...

Page 35: ...ot lubricate Wheels sealed bearings 0 Do not lubricate Leg pivot points 0 Do not lubricate Note The manual mode handle and cable will rarely require lubrication Inspect every three months and use a ve...

Page 36: ...power pack See Accessories and Related Products page 40 TO CHARGE THE BATTERIES The power pack module may be charged while it is connected to the cot or while separate from the cot Figure 43 or Figure...

Page 37: ...end wrenches to adjust the nuts To adjust the tension on the cable loosen one nut and then tighten the other nut against it To increase cable tension Loosen the nut nearest the manual mode handle then...

Page 38: ...locks 190 1456 18 Actuator cover latch kit 4 ea 190 1503 Improper parts and service can cause injury Use only Ferno parts and Ferno approved service on the cot WARNING Modifying the cot can cause inju...

Page 39: ...t Lower frame side rail fastener post side Red 190 1470 Orange 190 1471 Green 190 1472 Blue 190 1473 Platinum 190 1474 Lower frame side rail non fastener post side Red 190 1475 Orange 190 1476 Green 1...

Page 40: ...ctant 4 ea 1 gallon 078 9214 COT MOUNTED ACCESSORIES Description Part Large Body Surface LBS 081 9991 LBS IV pole 008 7173 LBS mount blocks POWERFlexx set 6 082 1994 LBS mount block POWERFlexx 1 ea 08...

Page 41: ...m the date of repair This limited warranty applies only when the product is used as described in the instructions provided The warranty period begins when the product is shipped from Ferno or when you...

Page 42: ...42 Ferno Washington Inc 234 3310 01 May 2005 POWERFlexx TRAINING RECORD Date Training Method Name...

Page 43: ...POWERFlexx Ferno Washington Inc 234 3310 01 May 2005 43 MAINTENANCE RECORD By Date Maintenance Performed...

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