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4.3.2 Backrest adjustment (only model 310)
 Lift the backrest acting as shown in figure F and bring it up to the destre position.
 Make sure that the control rods are in contact with the racks, then accompany the descent of the backrest (figure G)
until it clicks pins into the two pockets of the rack (Figure H).
4.3.3 Placing the patient on the stretcher
 Place the device on the ground, making sure it is stable.
 Position the patient, taking care to comply with medical dispositions depending on the stet of health and any injuries
suffered.
 Secure the patient with quick release belts.
4.3.4 Lifting the stretcher with patient
Secure the patient to the stretcher with supplied belts.
The capacity of each operator must be evaluated before the definition of the roles of rescuers in the use of the
device.
 The operator should take place on each end of the stretcher.
 Using the appropriate lifting technique, to avoid fatigue, operators must grasp the respective handles. Evaluate the use
of two or more operators according to the load on the device.
If the environmental condition, or other external elements, make the transport operations difficult,
it is recommended the presence of more operators.
4.4 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY
The stretcher is not stable
Damage to the supporting
structure
Put immediately the stretcher out of
service and contact the service centre
Damage to the support legs
Put immediately the stretcher out of
service and contact the service centre
Defective closures Damage to joints
Put immediately the stretcher out of
service and contact the service centre
Not sufficiently rigid sheet Tearing or breaking welds
Put immediately the stretcher out of
service and contact the service centre
5. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
5.1 Cleaning
Failure to carry out the correct cleaning routine could increase the risk of cross infection, due to presence of body fluids
and/or residuals.
Fig. F
Fig. G
Fig. H
Fig. I