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Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
6.2 Attaching Restraints to the
Scoop EXL Stretcher with Pins
The Scoop EXL Stretcher with Pins requires restraints
fitted with speed clips. Ferno recommends using five-
or seven-foot, two-piece restraints.
Figure 13 - Attaching a Speed Clip to a Pin
To attach a speed clip to the pin:
1. Unbuckle the restraint, separating it into two
pieces.
2. Press the spring latch of the speed clip against a
speed clip pin (Figure 13) until the clip snaps into
place around the pin (Figure 14).
3. Confirm that the speed clip is securely fastened
to the pin.
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to fasten the other half of
the restraint to the matching pin on the opposite
side of the stretcher.
5. Attach remaining restraints following Steps 1-4.
Note:
Speed clips are usually attached from the top of
the stretcher as in Figure 14, but this may be difficult
in some situations. If the patient is large or lying in an
unusual position, it may be easier to attach speed clips
from the underside of the stretcher as in Figure 15.
Figure 14 - Speed Clip Attached
from Top of Stretcher
(viewed from
top of stretcher)
Figure 15 - Speed Clip Attached
from Underside of Stretcher
(viewed from
top of stretcher)
Spring Latch
Pin
Stretcher Setup
Important
Do not attach lifting devices (such as ropes or
bridles) to stretcher handholds or pins. Always
lift and carry the stretcher by hand, grasping
the handholds and main frame. In heavy rescue
situations, secure the stretcher in a transport
basket and attach lifting devices to the basket.
Important
Restraints fitted with plastic buckles (Model
773-P) are secondary restraints. Do not use
them on ambulance cots or other equipment
requiring primary restraints. Use only as
described in the restraint users’ manual.
