Kartsana BRAVO 2, Instruction Manual

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OPERATION AND USAGE
OF BRAVO 2 RAIL
5
Rev. 9
20-02-18
1.4.- Attention
Through this sign, information is furnished on important safety measures for the
correct use of the stretcher, in order to prevent accidents. The
warnings a lerts the
reader about a situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury .
The cautions alerts the reader of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the
equipment or other property
. This includes special care necessary for the safe and
effective use of the device and the care necessary to avoid damage to a device that
may occur as a result of use or misuse.
1.5.- Summary of safety precautions
Read carefully and strictly follow the warnings and cautions listed on these pages.
Service only by qualified personnel.
WARNINGS:
- Improper usage of the stretcher can cause injury to the patient or operator . Operate the stretcher only as described in this
manual.
- Do not modify the rail or any components of the rail . Modifying the product can cause unpredictable operation resulting in injury
to the patient or operator . Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
- This rail must operate with a compatible stretcher.
- Have the vehicle safety rail compatible installed by a certified mechanic, following instructions in this manual. Improper rail
installation can cause injury to the patient or operator and/or damage to the stretcher
- Practice changing height positions and loading the stretcher until operation of the product is fully understood. Improper use can
cause injury.
-Do not allow untrained assistants to assist in the operation of the stretcher . Untrained technicians/assistants can cause injury to
the patient or themselves.
- Do not ride on the base of the rail . Damage to the product could occur, resulting in injury to the patient or operator.
- Grasping the stretcher improperly can cause injury . Keep hands, fingers and feet away from moving parts . To avoid injury, use
extreme caution when placing your hands and feet near the base tubes while raising and lowering the stretcher.
- Always use all restraint straps to secure the patient on the stretcher . An unrestrained patient may fall from the stretcher and be
injured.
- The Bravo 2 rail is designed to be compatible with the Power Brava Kartsana stretchers, and is operator responsibility that
these products work together.
- Two operators must be present when the stretcher is occupied.
- Operators must be able to lift the total weight of the patient, stretcher and any items on the stretcher.
- When cleaning, use any appropriate personal safety equipment (goggles, respirator, etc . ) to avoid the risk of inhaling contagion .
- Some cleaning products are corrosive in nature and may cause damage to the product if used improperly. If the products
described above are used to clean Kartsana equipment, measures must be taken to ensure the stretchers are wiped with clean
water and thoroughly dried following cleaning
. Failure to properly rinse and dry the stretchers will leave a corrosive residue on
the surface of the stretchers, possibly causing premature corrosion of critical components.
- Failure to properly clean or dispose of contaminated mattress or other stretcher components will increase the risk of bloodborne
pathogens and may cause injury to the patient or operator.