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Center wheel system
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When cornering
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The turning radius of the stretcher is small, thus
offering easy directional control and minimizing
the force needed to push the stretcher. This allows
for quick movement.
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Moving the center wheel located at the center of the stretcher to be in contact with floor
improves cornering, tracking, and allowing stable steering of the stretcher.
[When the center wheel is ON]
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Depress the caster operation pedal (green) sets
the center wheel to ON for better cornering,
tracking, and steering.This mode is convenient for
moving over relatively long distances, such as
between patient's rooms.
When the center wheel is
in contact with floor
Green
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Do not move too fast when cornering. The
stretcher may tip over, resulting in an injury.
When the center wheel is not
in contact with floor
[When the center wheel is OFF]
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Returning the pedal to the horizontal position
sets the center wheel to OFF to allow the stretcher
to move in any direction (including sideways).This
mode is convenient for moving short distances,
such as moving within a room.
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When cornering
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The stretcher rotates when cornering, requiring
the person pushing to move around when cornering,
and also requiring force to restrain the stretcher.
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Do not attempt to forcibly move the stretcher
sideways when the center wheel is ON because
it may result in malfunction. To move the
stretcher sideways, be sure to set the center
wheel to OFF.
Center wheel is ON.
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