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© Ferno Washington Italia. Rel.15012020
Venice Power evacuation chair - Venice Clack locking system
9 - USE OF THE VENICE POWER CHAIR
9.1 Before putting the chair into service
Staff using the chair must have carefully read and understood
the information contained in this manual.
Before any operation with the chair, ensure that:
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all components and restraints are present, that the
chair does not show any signs of damage or wear, and
that it is fully operational. Refer to section 10.4
Venice
Power inspection
, page 42.
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follow the instructions in chapter 8
Venice Power
configuration
, page 24.
WARNING
Improper use of the chair may cause damage and / or
injury. Use the chair as described in this manual.
WARNING
An unassisted patient is at risk of injury. Never leave
the patient alone, and always assist them when
using the chair.
Important
Store the battery and the charger either indoors, or in
an ambulance. Do not store in environments where
the temperature is below -17°C or above 66°C.
9.2 Instructions for Use
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This manual does not provide any medical instructions.
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It is the responsibility of the operators to follow correct
procedures and ensure the safety of both the patient
and themselves.
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This manual explains the use of the chair under ideal
conditions and is purely indicative.
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The chair should be used by a minimum of two duly
trained and qualified operators.
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The trained operators must work together and maintain
control of the chair during all operations.
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Follow procedures while complying with standard
regulations for moving the patient in an emergency.
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Ferno recommends the presence of a third trained
person as a supervisor when the chair is used both up
and down the stairs.
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Lift only the weight that you can safely support. Obtain
additional assistance for heavy loads (patient and
equipment). Refer to section 7.3
Additional help
, page 21.
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Always follow the local healthcare instructions and
protocols, except when they contradict this manual.
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Always assist the patient and never leave them alone
during the operations with the chair.
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Always use restraints to secure the patient to the chair.
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If the battery is stored separately from the chair, install
it before using the chair.
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Remove any water, ice, snow, debris, and obstacles
from the stairs before using the chair.
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Remove any water, ice, snow, or debris from the tracks
and their carriage before using the chair on the stairs.
Read the user manual
carefully
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Use with a minimum of two
qualified operators
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The chair can still be used for manual descent of stairs
even without the help of the motor. Refer to section 9.8
Use without the aid of the motor
, page 37.
WARNING
Ensure that tracks are closed when the patient seats
on the Venice Power. If they are open, close them
before seating the patient.
