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Pedi-Mate BRH-678-MS User Manual
1.1 Warning
Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or
death.
1.2 Important
Important notices emphasize important usage or
maintenance information.
1.3 Blood borne Disease Notice
To reduce the risk of exposure to blood borne diseases
such as HIV-1 and hepatitis when using the Pedi-Mate,
follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this
manual.
1.4 Safety and Instruction Labels
Safety and Instruction labels place important
information from the Users’ Manual on the Pedi-Mate.
1.5 Symbol Glossary
The symbols defined below appear in this users’
manual. Ferno uses symbols recognised by the
International Standards Organisation (ISO), the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the
emergency medical services industry.
Indicates a general warning of potential
injury. Specific warnings are indicated by
the words or additional symbols used with
the triangle symbol.
Use of the Pedi-Mate requires a minimum
of one trained operator.
Read the Users’ Manual
The Pedi-Mate load limit is minimum 4.5 kg
and maximum 18 kg.
1 - SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to apply the Pedi-Mate.
Improper use of the Pedi-mate can cause injury. Use
the Pedi-Mate only for the purpose described in this
manual.
Improper application can cause injury. Apply the
Pedi-Mate only as described in this manual.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
Secure and snug all straps. Unsecured or loose straps
may allow movement and result in injury or death of
the patient.
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the
Pedi-Mate only as described in this manual.
Modifying the Pedi-Mate can cause injury and
damage. Use the Pedi-Mate only as designed by
Ferno.
Important
Disinfectants and cleaners containing
bleach, phenolics, or iodines can damage
the Pedi-Mate. Do not disinfect or clean
the Pedi-Mate with products containing
these chemicals.
4.5 kg
to 18 kg