Chapter 2
Cub Operations Manual
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2.2 APPLYING THE BRAKE
Always apply the brakes when a patient is removed from or placed on the stretcher. Always
engage the brakes unless the stretcher is being moved. Push on the stretcher to ensure the
brakes are securely locked. Injury could result if a stretcher moves while a patient is
removed from or placed on the stretcher. If brakes do not hold properly, refer to your
stretcher maintenance manual for the brake adjustment procedure.
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There are two type of brake systems depending on the type of base: a single pedal operated
4-wheel brake system on the adjustable height base and four separate locking casters on
the fixed height base.
Brake Pedal Operation - Adjustable Height Base
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To
engage
the brakes at the left side of the stretcher, push fully down on the left side of
brake pedal (E) (see page 10).
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To
engage
the brakes at the right side of the stretcher, push fully down on the right side
of brake pedal (F) (see page 10).
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To
disengage
the brakes at either side of the stretcher, move the pedal to neutral
position.
Wheel Lock Operation - Fixed Height Base
When brakes are applied, ensure all four casters are
locked to ensure complete stabilization of the stretcher.
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To
engage
the caster brakes, press fully down on all
four caster brake levers (A).
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To
disengage
the caster brake, depress the opposite
side of the brake lever with your foot or lift up with your
toe under the brake lever.
2.3 OPERATING THE RETRACTABLE FIFTH WHEEL (OPTIONAL))
To reduce risk of injury, ensure the litter is horizontal and in the lowest position with the rails
fully raised when moving the pediatric stretcher with a patient in it.
The purpose of the optional fifth steer wheel is to help guide the stretcher when transporting a
patient along a straight line and also for pivoting at corners.
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To
engage
the fifth wheel at the left side of the stretcher, push fully down on the right
side of steer pedal (E) (see page 10).
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To
engage
the fifth wheel at the right side of the stretcher, push fully down on the left
side of the steer pedal (F) (see page 10).
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To
disengage
the fifth wheel at either side of the stretcher, move pedal to neutral position.
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When the fifth steer wheel is engaged, always move the stretcher foot end first not the reverse,
and do not try to move stretcher sideways, the fifth wheel can not pivot. Positioning the pedal in
neutral enables the stretcher to be moved in any directions, including sideways.
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Fixed Height Base
Figure 2.2
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