5. Casters
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Any one of the four pedals provided at each corner of the base frame (above the casters) can be
used to switch the following three status.
③
Straight-line movement
(Steering position)
Depress the green pedal so
that the center-wheel is
effective.
(See the next page)
②
Unlocking the four wheels
(Free position)
Returning the pedal to the
horizontal position unlocks the
four wheels, allowing them
swivel and rotate.
①
Locking the four wheels
(Lock position)
Depress the red pedal to
lock swiveling and rotation
of the four wheels.
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Lock the casters at all times except when moving the stretcher. The patient may be injured
getting on or off the stretcher should it move.
Caster operation pedal
Red
Green
Red
Green
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Do not attempt to forcibly move the stretcher when the casters are locked (fixed), as doing so
will cause malfunctions.
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Inspect the caster regularly. Depending on the frequency of use and the
environment, caster will exhibit wear and deterioration. (High-temperature and high-
humidity condition may accelerate the deterioration.)
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The anti-electrostatic caster is mounted on the head and left side.
Straight-line
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