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Ferno SCOOP EXL Stretcher User And Maintenance Manual

Manual is about: Atraumatic Stretcher

Summary of SCOOP EXL Stretcher

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    User and maintenance manual scoop exl atraumatic stretcher rel.161115 english (uk) read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference..

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    2 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher © copyright ferno washington italia s.R.L. All rights reserved. Scoop exl serial no. ________________________ location: rear of the body section, on the right side when viewed by operator. User and maintenance manual to requ...

  • Page 3: Contents

    3 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher contents chapter/section page chapter/section page ferno technical support _______________________ 2 ferno customer services ______________________ 2 1 - safety information __________________________ 4 1.1 warning __________...

  • Page 4: 1 - Safety Information

    4 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 1.4 load capacity respect the maximum loading capacity of the scoop exl stretcher. Refer to section 3.4 general specifications, page 8. 1 - safety information safety information read the user manual carefully it is an integr...

  • Page 5: 227 Kg

    5 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher main label load capacity (in kilograms, pounds, and stones) safety information 1.7 information and safety labels the information and safety labels contain important information that the user needs to know. Read and follow la...

  • Page 6: 3 - The Stretcher

    6 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher training / the stretcher 3.2 ce compliance medical devices directive ferno's products meet the requirements of european directive 93/42/eec concerning medical devices. For more information: www.Ferno.It 2 - training and resp...

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    7 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher stretcher 3.3 components (stretcher) side holes (8) lifting handles, head end (2) head end foot end twin safety lock (2) lifting handles, foot end (2) small side holes (2) locking handles (2) pins (8) foot section body secti...

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    8 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher stretcher 3.4 general specifications ferno reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. For more details, please contact ferno's customer service (page 2). Load capacity never exceed the load capacity of t...

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    9 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher stretcher configuration 4 - stretcher configuration 4.1 adjusting the length the length of the scoop exl stretcher is adjustable (4 positions). This adjustment allows the stretcher to be adapted to the height of the patient....

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    10 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 4.Ensure the adjustment was successful and that the length of the stretcher is set according to the height of the patient. 5. Before any use of the stretcher, ensure the latches are locked (facing downward, figure 4) and th...

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    11 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher stretcher configuration how to close the stretcher 1. Grasp the head-end lifting handles with both hands. 2. Attach the two separate parts of the tsl in order to close the stretcher. It is not necessary to press the buttons...

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    12 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher stretcher configuration 4.4 how to extend the stretcher in the event that the stretcher is folded (foot section over the body section, figure 9), follow these steps to extend the stretcher: 1. Place the stretcher on a flat ...

  • Page 13: 5 - Using The Stretcher

    13 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 5.1 before putting the stretcher into service staff using the stretcher must have carefully read and understood the information contained in this manual. ● before any operation with the stretcher, ensure that all components...

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    14 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher important restraints fitted with plastic buckles are ideal for use within the hospital. Restraints fitted with snap hooks are suitable for outside the hospital and for transport. For the belts, see secti...

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    15 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 5.4 immobilization of the patient the immobilization procedure should be performed by at least two trained and qualified operators. For the immobilization of the patient, proceed as follows. 1. Align the patient (figure 16)...

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    16 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher 7. Position the two longitudinal parts under the patient, starting with the head end. If the patient is not cooperative, use a third operator to hold the patient's head. 8. First close the head end via t...

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    17 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher 10. Proceed with attaching the restraints. We recommend the use of 4 restraints: • 2 thoracic restraints: 9 on 4 / 2 on 7 • 1 leg restraint: 7 on 4 • 1 foot restraint: 6 on 15 11. Apply the restraints as...

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    18 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher figure 26 - applying the first chest strap figure 27 - applying the second chest strap figure 28 - adjusting the thoracic restraints thoracic restraints 1. Attach the hook of the first chest restraint to pin 9 (left side as...

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    19 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher basin restraint 1. Attach the first hook to pin 7 (figure 25). 2. Pass the restraint over the patient's legs. 3. Attach the hook to pin 4 on the opposite side. 4. Adjust the restraint correctly so as not...

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    20 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher figure 33 - foot restraint applied correctly 12. At the end of the process and after correct adjustment of restraints, pull together all the excess and arrange them so they do not interfere with stretche...

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    21 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher figure 36 - proper patient immobilization 18. Restraints with snap hooks are one of the patient containment systems that can be used with the scoop exl stretcher. The e-770 "spider" system can be used in...

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    22 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher 5.5 tilting the patient the tilting procedure should be performed by at least two trained and qualified operators. It should not be performed by operators who have not received professional "limited spac...

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    23 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher figure 38 - arrangement of restraints for patient tilting (operator view) using the stretcher right side left side 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 5 9 10 important when tilting the patient, make sure not to exceed an angle of 70°, and mainta...

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    24 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher using the stretcher thoracic restraint 1. Snap the first hook to pin 2 (right side as viewed by the operator, figure 38). 2. Pull the restraint under the armpit of the patient; in the case of a female patient the restraint ...

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    25 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 5.6 lifting and carrying before transporting, make sure that: 1) the patient's cervical collar, the head immobilizer and seat restraints have been applied, 2) the patient is correctly secured on the stretcher, 3) tsl system...

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    26 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 5.7 additional help two trained and qualified operators are required for the use of the stretcher. Operators may need assistance to lift heavy adult patients. ● the trained operators must stand at the head and foot end of t...

  • Page 27: 6 - Maintenance

    27 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher 6 - maintenance maintenance 6.2 disinfection 1. After each use, clean the surfaces of the stretcher with a cloth and a non-abrasive surface disinfectant. 2. It is advisable to extend the leg section to the furthest position...

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    28 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher maintenance checklist for stretcher inspection ● does the stretcher show signs of damage or wear? Are all the components present? ● are the two chest belts, the leg belt, and the feet belt present? ● are the straps in good ...

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    29 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher maintenance 6.5 lubrication clean and disinfect the stretcher before lubricating it. Use appropriate lubricants. The couplings for the head and foot sections are lubricated during assembly of the stretcher, but may require ...

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    30 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher maintenance 6.7 storage the stretcher must be stored in a clean, dry, indoor place, away from direct sunlight. When not in use, it can be stored in its practical carrying bag (figure 40). The stretcher must be folded up to ...

  • Page 31: 7 - Accessories

    31 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher accessories / technical assistance 7 - accessories ferno offers various accessories approved for use with the scoop exl stretcher. Always follow the directions in this instruction manual. For more product information, conta...

  • Page 32: 9- Warranty

    32 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher warranty 9- warranty 9.1 warranty terms & conditions ferno's products are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months from the date on the ferno washington italia s.R.L. Shipping document. Ferno washi...

  • Page 33: 8- Technical Support

    33 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher warranty 9.3 warranty claims contact ferno's customer service immediately if you receive a product that is suspected to be defective. A representative will assist the customer through the complaints procedure. Before return...

  • Page 34: Bibliography

    34 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher bibliography krell et. Al, comparison of the ferno scoop stretcher with the long backboard for spinal immobilization, prehospital emergency care, 2006; 10: 46-51. Advanced trauma life support course for physicians, american...

  • Page 35: Training Record

    35 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher training record date instructor name training type.

  • Page 36: Maintenance Record

    36 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher maintenance record date type of maintenance maintenance technician.

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    37 © ferno washington italia scoopexl - rel.161115 - eng scoop exl stretcher ferno washington italia s.R.L. Via benedetto zallone, 26 40066 - pieve di cento (bo) - italy telephone (toll-free in italy) 800 501 711 phone +39 0516860028 fax +39 0516861508 e-mail info@ferno.It internet www.Ferno.It user...