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© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-2125-05 May 2006
Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
Important
Steam and water under high pressure penetrate
joints, flush away lubricant, and cause
corrosion. Do not use steam or a high-pressure
washer to clean the stretcher.
5.1 Maintenance Schedule
The stretcher requires regular maintenance. Set up and
follow a maintenance schedule. A sample maintenance
record sheet is provided on page 23. The table below
represents minimum intervals for maintenance.
When using maintenance products, follow the
manufacturers’ directions and read the manufacturers’
material safety data sheets.
Improper maintenance can cause injury.
Maintain the stretcher only as described in
this manual.
WARNING
!
Important
Restraints may be damaged by improper
maintenance. Follow the disinfecting and
cleaning instructions in the restraint users’
manual packaged with the restraints.
Important
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach,
phenolics, or iodines can damage the stretcher.
Disinfect and clean only with products that do
not contain these chemicals.
Each Month
As Needed
Each Use
•
•
Disinfecting
(this page)
Cleaning
(this page)
Inspecting
(page 15)
Lubricating
(page 15)
•
•
•
5.4 Disinfecting and Cleaning
the Restraints
Disinfecting and cleaning procedures vary according
to restraint model. For disinfecting and cleaning
instructions, refer to the restraint users’ manual
packaged with the restraints.
5.3 Cleaning the Stretcher
Clean the stretcher with warm, soapy water and a cloth
or soft brush, or wipe with a mild solvent.
The stretcher panels are composed of a polymer
material that does not require waxing.
5 - MAINTENANCE
5.2 Disinfecting the Stretcher
1. Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant after each use.
Follow disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Inspect the stretcher for obvious damage as you
disinfect it.
Maintenance
Maintenance
(Minimum Intervals)
