4.24 Fixed Height Stretcher Upper Frame
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures
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Series Stretcher Service Manual (man115re)
4.24 Fixed Height Stretcher Upper Frame
Tools required:
Ratchet
T25 Torx®
1
head bit
¼" socket
Torque wrench 0-250 in-lb
¼" Allen™
2
wrench (2 required)
WARNING:
Use two people for this procedure. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury and equipment damage.
Removal
1. For ease of installation, record the present height configuration, and
determine the new height. The height of the sleep surface (upper frame) to
floor can be mechanically adjusted from 28" (71 cm) to 32" (81 cm) in 1"
(2.5 cm) increments (see figure 4-37 on page 4-76).
Figure 4-37. Fixed Height Stretcher Adjustment (Typical Head and Foot)
2. Using the ratchet and the ¼" socket, remove the four bolts (A), two plates
(K) and nuts (C) that secure the upper frame to the head end weldment (B)
(see figure 4-38 on page 4-77).
3. Using the ratchet and T25 Torx® head bit, remove the four screws (D) and
two foot end clips (E) that secure the upper frame to the foot end
weldment (F).
4. Lift the upper frame from the base assembly and set aside.
1. Torx® is a registered trademark of Textron, Inc.
2. Allen™ is a trademark of Industrial Fasteners, Inc.
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28" (71 cm)
29" (74 cm)
30" (76 cm)
31" (79 cm)
32" (81 cm)
