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SAFETY ARM SYSTEM

USER GUIDE

Summary of Contents for Safety Arm System 500

Page 1: ...SAFETY ARM SYSTEMTM USER GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...affiliate companies Trademark Attributions Safety Arm System is a Trademark of Technimount System The Safety Arm System is patented under reference 62 909 408 Stryker stretcher models and numbers are registered trademarks of Stryker Technimount System does not have a commercial relationship with Stryker Stryker does not promote or sell Technimount Products In order to ensure continuous improvement...

Page 3: ...20 F 1 855 339 6351 customerservice technimount com techsupport technimount com NOTE Please have the serial number of your Technimount product available as shown in the figure below when calling Technimount Customer Service or Technical Support Include the serial number in all written communications SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Contact Information Made in Canada S N TECHNIMOUNT COM Manufactured By Made ...

Page 4: ...stallation 20 Tools Required for Installation 20 Cot Stretcher Orientation Diagram 21 Preparing the Cot Stretcher for Installation 22 Removing the IV Pole or Changing the Side of the IV Pole 22 Safety Arm System Installation 25 Position on the Cot Stretcher 25 Patient Right and Left Installation 25 Position on the Cot Stretcher Continued 26 Patient Right Installation 26 Installing the Clamp Block ...

Page 5: ...tion Process and Schedule 45 Preventive Maintenance Program 45 inspection and Maintenance Record 46 Training Record 47 Replacement Parts 48 WARRANTY 49 Warranty Policy 49 Warranty Options 50 three warranty options for Technimount Products 50 International Warranty Clause 50 RETURN POLICY 51 Return of Merchandise 51 Prior to 30 Days 51 Prior to 45 Days 51 Prior to 60 Days 51 Return Merchandise Auth...

Page 6: ...lling back the fixed safety locking mechanism Once removed raise the Safety Arm to disengage it from the clamp block Once combined with the surface base mounting system Bracket Pro Serie it allows the medical crew to see and use the unit during transport as well as during patient loading and unloading INTENDED USE OF THE PRODUCT The Safety Arm System 500 is a secure mounting system for medical dev...

Page 7: ...UG 201912 R01 7 Return To Table of Contents Introduction SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Caution special attention is required Consult accompanying documents Safe working load symbol Pinch Point Load balance symbol ...

Page 8: ...jury It may also describe potential serious adverse reactions and safety hazards Caution 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 to avoid damage that may occur as a result of ...

Page 9: ...ystem inside the clamp block It goes through the clamp block and the bottom of the arm locking the arm inside the clamp block SAFETY PIN The fixed safety pin is identified by the red round handle mechanism used for locking the arm in the upper position a Side Lock Pin Insert b Safety Pin with red handle Figure 1 LOCK PIN WITH FINGER RING a b Figure 2 CLAMP BLOCK WITH SAFETY PIN INSERTED Introducti...

Page 10: ... are attached with four 4 hexagon socket pan head screws as shown in picture 3 and 4 Figure 3 CLAMP BLOCK BEFORE ASSEMBLY Figure 4 PICTURE 4 CLAMP BLOCK AFTER ASSEMBLY Figure 5 SAFETY ARM BASE MOUNT UPPER PLATE AND B HARDWARE FOR INSTALLATION OF THE BASE TO THE PLATE Figure 6 YELLOW SAFETY ARM SAEFTY ARM The base mount upper plate is welded onto the safety arm as shown in picture 5 The yellow safe...

Page 11: ...nverts the metal surface into a decorative durable corrosion resistant anodic oxide finish Extremely durable hard and abrasion resistant The coating does not peel or chip Much harder surface than paint and powders 2 The yellow color is the standard color for the Safety Arm System Black is also available 3 To install the IV Pole on the same side of the Safety Arm Stretcher an IV Pro Adapter plate i...

Page 12: ...ing Installation Patient right side Patient left side Dimensions Inches Total Height Upper Position 18 7 8 in Overall Length With Clamp Block 21 5 8 in Cot Stretcher Frame to Under Base Plate on Upper Position 17 1 4 in Cot mattress up 10 in Cot mattress down Cot Stretcher Frame to Under Base Plate on Lower Position 9 3 8 in with tubing 12 in after the base plate Weight Arm Only 3 8 lbs Clamp Bloc...

Page 13: ...p box mounting with 4 screws on side square frame Safety Arm Dual locking system Red handle safety pin to pull arm up or down Lock pin for installation removal Installation Time 5 minutes Estimated Time to Remove Safety Arm Less than 5 seconds Standards for Testing SAE J3043 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS OPERATION Temperature 30 F 34 C to 130 F 54 C Relative Humidity Atmospheric Pressure CAUTION 9 Any ...

Page 14: ...lares that this Safety Arm System model 400 500 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999 5 EC and SAE J3043 A copy of the original declaration of conformity can be obtained by contacting Technimount System s Regulatory Affairs Department Technimount System C O Regulatory Affairs 3770 Jean Marchand Street Suite 100 Quebec QC G2C 1Y6 Canada...

Page 15: ...ount to Install Medical Devices with Technimount s Mounting Systems that have Standard Bottom Discs IV Pole Side Lock Pin Finger Ring Fixed Clamp Block Movable Arm Section 90 Inclination in an Horizontal Axis Fixed Safety Pin Red Round Handle Arm Surface Plate to Install the Standard Surface Base IV Pro Adapter with IV Pole and IV Pole Holder Installed IV Pole Holder ...

Page 16: ...R01 www technimount com Return To Table of Contents PRODUCT ILLUSTRATION CONTINUED INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Figure 7 SAFETY ARM SYSTEM INSTALLED ON COT Upper Position Locked Position for Transportation Product Information ...

Page 17: ...clamp block before removing the arm from the cot stretcher or lowering the arm to the unlocked position 9 Verify that the side safety pin finger ring is always pushed into the holes of the clamp block and the arm base is in the locked position Regardless of how the arm is loaded or unloaded with a medical device injury to the patient or operator and or damage to the arm may occur 9 Practice changi...

Page 18: ...ositioning the arm 9 If you want to remove the arm from the system make sure you remove the medical device from the surface base prior the operation failure of removing it may result in damage to the product or cause injury to the operator 9 Improper maintenance can cause injury or damage to the product Maintain the Safety Arm System as described in this user guide Use only Technimount approved pa...

Page 19: ...the left Safety Arm System patient right or left When ordering it is important to identify which side the Safety Arm is to be located The Safety Arm System cannot be reversed as the clamp block has been designed for a specific side 9 A preventive maintenance program should be established for all Technimount equipment Preventive maintenance may need to be performed more frequently based on the leve...

Page 20: ...ems or debris on the cot stretcher can interfere with the operation of the Safety Arm System and cot stretcher Keep the cot stretcher and the floor clear TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION Below are the basic tools required for installation Other tools may also be needed If you have any questions regarding the installation or need assistance please contact our Technical Support team at techsupport te...

Page 21: ... UG 201912 R01 21 Return To Table of Contents COT STRETCHER ORIENTATION DIAGRAM Patient Head Installation Location Patient Right Patient Right Patient Left Patient Foot End Installation Location PatientLeft Installation Guide ...

Page 22: ...pole on the same side as the Safety Arm System does not interfere with the installation or the operation of the arm 9 You will need to validate the location of the installation before removing the IV pole hardware 9 Technimount has two 2 different Safety Arm models The standard 400 model for Ferno cots or the 500 model for Stryker cots 9 The installation procedure provided in this user guide is fo...

Page 23: ...hat hold the IV pole and the holder lift the IV pole to its upper position 2 Remove all four 4 screws 3 Remove IV Pole and holder 4 Replace all four 4 screws REMOVING THE IV POLE OR CHANGING SIDE OF IV POLE CONTINUED Installation Guide PREPARING THE COT STRETCHER FOR INSTALLATION CONTINUED ...

Page 24: ...tents PREPARING THE COT STRETCHER FOR INSTALLATION CONTINUED REMOVING THE IV POLE OR CHANGING SIDE OF IV POLE CONTINUED 5 The IV pole can be installed on the other side of the cot stretcher utilizing the same bracket holder 6 If the IV Pole is not needed store for later use Installation Guide ...

Page 25: ...mension depending on the cot stretcher manufacturer and model number POSITION ON THE COT STRETCHER Patient Right and Left Installation NOTE 9 When ordering the Safety Arm System it is important to specify on which side the arm will be installed on as the System cannot be installed on the opposite side There is a right or left clamp block designed for each side 9 The Arm cannot be switched from one...

Page 26: ...INUED Patient Right Installation Figure 14 POSITION OF THE CLAMP BLOCK ON THE SIDE RAIL FRAME PATIENT RIGHT Figure 15 POSITION OF SAFETY ARM SYSTEM PATIENT RIGHT Figure 16 PATIENT RIGHT SAFETY ARM SYSTEM INSTALLED AND IN UPPER POSITION LOCKED Installation Guide Patient Head Patient Foot End Patient Right Patient Right Patient Left Patient Left ...

Page 27: ...e loosening of screws during normal use Put a few drops of Blue Loctite on each screw prior to installation Blue The LoctiteTM Brand shown above is provided as a suggestion only Technimount System and its subsidiaries are not related to nor does it commercially endorse this brand 1 Identify the location on the cot stretcher where you need to install the clamp block 2 Locate the two 2 screws that a...

Page 28: ...lock Replaces this part 5 Loosen the 2 screws that are on the opposite side of the stretcher to facilitate the installation of the clamp block 6 Unscrew the four 4 hexagon socket open head screws of the clamp block with the 3 16 in Allen key 7 Use the part with the fixed red handle to place vertically on the inside of the cot stretcher frame SAFETY ARM SYSTEM INSTALLATION CONTINUED INSTALLING THE ...

Page 29: ...LING THE CLAMP BLOCK PATIENT RIGHT CONTINUED 8 Position the clamp block under the black plate of the frame 9 Align with the two 2 screw holes 10 Add a couple of drops of blue Loctite 2400 to the screws before installation 11 Tighten screws while alternating screwheads 12 Tighten the screws located on the opposite side of the stretcher ...

Page 30: ... 13 Position the other side of the clamp block A tiny yellow line of the frame should remain visible 14 Add a couple of drops of blue Loctite 2400 to the screws before installation 15 Tighten all four 4 hexagon socket pan head screws while alternating with all four 4 screws 16 Once the clamp block is properly installed you are ready to install the Safety Arm into the clamp block ...

Page 31: ...h the hole of the triangle at the base of the arm 2 Push the Lock pin in until the finger ring is flat against the wall of the clamp 3 The fixed safety pin red round handle and side lock pin finger ring should be fully inserted and locked when the arm is in the upper position Locked WARNING Failure to insert the side safety pin properly may result in injury to the patient or operator and or damage...

Page 32: ...ure that the Safety Arm System is in the upper position Locked 2 Identify the desired location of the surface base on the upper plate 3 Keep in mind the position of the red quick release mechanism for easy access to the medical device The base can be installed in 2 different positions according to desired configuration and protocol Can be turned in the other direction 180 Installation Guide ...

Page 33: ...longer of the 4 bolts 3 Use the 2 longer bolts to secure the back of the surface base on the opposite side of the red quick release button 4 Align the two 2 screws 10 32 in x 1 3 4 in with the two 2 pre drilled holes in the back of the upper plate and the surface base Use Loctite on the four 4 bolts to avoid potential loosening of the screws due to vibration 5 Repeat the same step with the other t...

Page 34: ...Arm System can cause injury to the patient or operator Operate the product only as described in this user guide 9 Do not allow untrained staff to assist in the operation of the arm Untrained technicians staff can cause injury to the patient or themselves 9 Always hold the arm securely when you manipulate it not to drop the safety arm Dropping the arm could cause injury to the operator or patient 9...

Page 35: ...an be placed into two 2 positions Locked Upper position Unlocked Lower position 9 It is recommended that operators use the system in the upper or locked position while the cot stretcher is mobile or while the vehicle is moving 9 Always verify the fixed lock pin is secure priori and during use of the Safety Arm System 9 Always verify if the side safety pin is firmly pushed and locked into position ...

Page 36: ...weight of the medical device in order to not damage the tip of the triangle head Improper positioning of the arm can cause premature damage or cause improper functioning of the system RECOMMENDED HANDLING POSITIONS 9 Hold the arm s tubular frame at the center or close to the top near the base 9 Avoid placing your hands too close to the clamp block base due to pinch points that may cause injury to ...

Page 37: ...ystem 9 Ensure proper hand placement on the tubular pole or surface plate Hands should be clear of the black clamp block and arm pivot points while loading and unloading the medical equipment or whenever changing height of the arm with two or more operators Operation Guide RECOMMENDED HANDLING POSITIONS CONTINUED NOTE 9 The tip of the triangle head is used to stop the arm from movement i e in case...

Page 38: ...ded to its fullest extent lift the arm upwards in the same axis as the arm to reduce friction or resistance when lifting 3 Lower the arm until it is in the horizontal position parallel with the cot stretcher frame 4 Release the fixed safety pin WARNING 9 Always remove or check if the device is correctly secured into the surface base if lowering the unit 9 Always hold the arm securely when you mani...

Page 39: ...position and make sure the triangle head is correctly seated into the clamp block 4 Release the safety pin to lock the Safety Arm in its vertical position for transport WARNING 9 Always use the system with the locking pin pin with finger ring is in the system 9 Always hold the arm securely when you manipulate it 9 Always pull and hold the safety pin red handle until it reaches the final upper posi...

Page 40: ...cal device from the Standard Surface Base on the Safety Arm System WARNING Ensure that the medical device hase been removed from the standard surface base prior to removing the Safety Arm from the clamp block Failure to do so can cause injury to the patient or operator and damage to the equipment and medical device 3 Remove the fixed lock pin by pulling outwards 4 Pull and hold the Safety Pin red ...

Page 41: ...PERATING THE SAFETY ARM SYSTEM CONTINUED Operation Guide REMOVING THE SAFETY ARM CONTINUED 5 While Securely holding the arm pull upward in order to disengage the triangle head from the clamp block 6 Once the Safety Arm is removed put the lock pin back into the clamp block ...

Page 42: ...LFS WHKG IV Pro Adapter IV Pole Support Patient Left Installation With Knee Gatch 511 00 UN LFS KG IV Pro Adapter IV Pole Support Patient Right Installation Without Knee Gatch 511 00 UN RHS WHKG IV Pro Adapter IV Pole Support Patient Right Installation With Knee Gatch 511 00 UN RHS KG STRYKER MX PRO OPTIONS DESCRIPTION OPTION PART NUMBER Clamp block for the Stryker MX PRO Cot Stretcher Patient Rig...

Page 43: ... Avoid over saturation and ensure that the product does not stay wet longer than the cleaner manufacturer s guidelines for proper disinfecting WARNING 9 When cleaning always use appropriate personal protection equipment PPE based on established protocols e g gloves eyewear etc CAUTION 9 Do not steam clean or use ultrasonic cleaners on the system or any of its components 9 Do not immerse the metal ...

Page 44: ...ll increase the risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens and may cause injury to the patient or the operator PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE A preventive and regular maintenance program should be established for all Technimount equipment Preventive maintenance may be required more frequently based on the usage level of the product The Safety Arm System requires regular preventive maintenance Establish and...

Page 45: ...st ITEM ROUTINE 1 M OR 2 H 3 M OR 6 H 6 M OR 12 H 12 M OR 24 H Clamp Block 9 Inspect the 4 hexagon screws of the clamp block If loose or unscrewed tighten screw If broken the screw must be replaced 9 Inspect and tighten the 2 bolts under the clamp block that hold the system on the cot stretcher frame 9 Check fixed safety lock Ensure it is working properly and there are no particles obstacles or de...

Page 46: ...46 SAS UG 201912 R01 www technimount com Return To Table of Contents Maintenance Guide INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE RECORD PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED BY DATE TIME ...

Page 47: ...echnimount com SAS UG 201912 R01 47 Return To Table of Contents Maintenance Guide TRAINING RECORD TRAINING DATE TRAINING METHOD USER GUIDE IN SERVICE IN CLASS ETC TRAINEE NAME BASIC TRAINING TRAINING UPDATE ...

Page 48: ... at customerservice technimount com or techsupport technimount com for availability and pricing DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Clamp Block for the Stryker Cot Stretcher Patient Right Installation 500 10 PFXT Tubular Arm with Triangular Base Patient Right Installation with Yellow Powder Coated Finish 400 20 UN Stainless Steel Side Lock Pin Without Color 910 00 UN Stainless Steel Side Lock Pin Red Anodized...

Page 49: ...ch is defined as the Warranty Period During the Warranty Period the Hardware will be repaired or replaced according to the Limited Warranty without charge to the purchaser for either parts or labor The parts may be repaired or replaced with either new or refurbished parts The product may be replaced for a new or refurbished product For this Limited Warranty refurbished means parts and products whi...

Page 50: ...t affect product performance and customer satisfaction for a period of two 2 years following the end date of the original warranty Technimount s obligation under this warranty is limited to supplying replacement parts and labor for any component or option of this system that is found to be defective at Technimount s sole discretion 3 Three year 3 additional warranty after the original warranty for...

Page 51: ... damaged or missing items RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION Technimount s customer service department is responsible for approving any merchandise return and will provide an RMA Return Merchandise Authorization number to be printed on any returned merchandise Technimount reserves the right to charge shipping and restocking fees on returned items Customized modified or discontinued items not subject...

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