Specifications
Chapter 1: Introduction
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Series Stretcher Service Manual (man115re)
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OB/GYN Stretcher Gliding Litter
The stretcher is mechanized such that the attendant can position the patient by
grasping the foot supports, squeezing both release handles, then sliding the
carriage, forward and backward, to the desired exam or procedural position
without
“scooting”
the patient.
NOTE:
The foot section must be removed or in the stored position in order to activate
the gliding litter.
Hilow
The stretcher is mechanized such that the attendant can raise or lower the sleep
surface by pressing the appropriate pedals located on either side and/or the foot
end of the stretcher. The stretcher is equipped with two pressure compensating
hydraulic cylinders to ensure that the stretcher lowers evenly, with uneven
loads. This does not apply to the fixed height stretcher.
Surgical Stretcher—Surgical Brake/Steer Pedal
This stretcher is equipped with a unique brake/steer pedal at the head end of
the stretcher. It can rotate off the floor providing more room for the caregiver
and equipment. If the brake/steer pedal was rotated and engaged down toward
the patient’s left side, it would be in the brake position. If it were rotated and
engaged toward the patient’s right side, it would be in the steer position. Brake
and Steer labels are affixed to the brake/steer pedal to indicate this.
Steering
The stretcher is mechanized such that the attendant can set the brake/steer
options from either end of the stretcher. The brake/steer pedals are color-coded
for rapid identification. Two steering options are available for most stretchers:
corner steer or the Steering Plus™ Steering System. With corner steer, the
patient left foot caster provides the steering capability. With the Steering
Plus™ Steering System, a wheel located in the center of the stretcher provides
steering.
Brake
The stretcher is mechanized such that the attendant can set the brake from both
ends of the stretcher. All four casters provide braking for the stretcher.