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6. Maintaining The Stretcher
6.1 Maintenance Schedule
The stretcher requires regular maintenance. Set up and follow a
maintenance schedule, such as provided by the form below.
This form represents minimum maintenance, and you can modi-
fy your own program based on your needs.
When using maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’
directions and read the manufacturers’ material safety data
sheets.
6.2 Disinfecting and Cleaning
the Restraints
1. Remove restraints from stretcher.
2. Buckle restraints before cleaning. This helps prevent dam-
age to buckles or washing machine.
3. Place buckled restraints inside a mesh bag (not supplied)
and place in an industrial washing machine.
4. Launder restraints in warm water, using a disinfectant soap
and gentle agitation. Do
not
use bleach.
5. Remove restraints from mesh bag and hang to dry. Do
not
put restraints into dryer.
6. Attach clean, dry restraints to stretcher as instructed in
Section 4.
6.3 Disinfecting and Cleaning
the Stretcher
Wipe or spray all surfaces of stretcher and netting with disinfect-
ant. Follow disinfectant manufacturers’ directions.
Traverse recommends inspecting the stretcher for obvious dam-
age as you disinfect it.
Hand clean the stretcher and netting with a mild detergent in
warm water. Rinse well, and dry with a towel.
6.4 Inspecting the Stretcher
Have your stations/services’ maintenance personnel check the
following:
All components should be present
Weld joints should be free of cracks or any other sign of
breakage
Stretcher frame (top and lower rails, runners, ribs) should
be free of dents, cracks or un-intentional bends
Durathene® netting should be free of breaks and tears, and
should be securely fastened to the lower rail.
Yellow back support should be securely fastened into place
Warning labels should be clear and legible for all users to
see and read.
Restraint webbing should be in good condition with no cuts
or frays
Restraint buckles should be free of visible damage, and
should operate properly.
If inspection shows damage or excessive wear, remove the
stretcher from service until appropriate repairs are completed
(see Repair, Parts and Service, Section 7).
6.5 Storing the Stretcher
Store the stretcher in a dry area. Make sure the stretcher is
clean and dry before placing it into storage.
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