Harken Cascade Rescue CRC-RSL-PSS1 Benutzeranleitung Seite 2

SAFETY INFORMATION
U ntrained operators can cause injury or be injured. Permit
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only trained personnel to operate this litter. Improper use of
the litter can cause injury. Only use the litter for the purposes
described in this manual. An unrestrained or improperly
restrained patient can suffer injuries. Always secure the
patient in the litter with a restraint system suitable to the
situation.
H elpers can cause injury or be injured.
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M aintain control of the litter at all times and direct all helpers.
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U se the litter only as-sold by Cascade Rescue. Attaching
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improper or inappropriate items to the litter can cause
injury. Use only Cascade Rescue approved spare parts and
accessories on the litter.
INDICATIONS AND WARNINGS
U sing the litter requires a minimum of two trained operators.
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In most situations, operators will want or need additional help.
For information about placement and direction of helpers,
follow guidance contained in this manual.
F ollow standard emergency patient-handling procedures when
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using the litter.
S tay with the patient at all times.
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A lways use the patient restraints provided, as well as a
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supplementary restraining system as per your training and
team protocols, and the situation.
P ersonnel using the litter in high-angle environments are
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responsible for learning the proper techniques involved, and
for selecting the equipment and procedures best suited to the
rescue situation.
IMPROPER USE
I mproper operation can cause injury. Operate the litter only
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as described in this manual. An unattended patient can be
injured. Stay with the patient at all times.
I mproper maintenance can cause injury and damage. Maintain
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litter only as described in this manual.
I mproper parts and service can cause injury. Use only
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Cascade Rescue approved parts and service on the litter.
Modifying the litter can cause injury and damage.
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INTENDED USE
The medical device family Professional Series Litters is designed
for the recovery and transport of patients. They can be used for
rescue operations in those cases where it is necessary to protect
patients from side impacts, where it is not possible to intervene
with normal transport equipment.
INTENDED USERS
The intended users of the medical device family of Professional
Series Litters are rescue workers, typically technical, carrying out
operations related to the use of harnessing systems. Personnel
trained for use of the device must also have training in managing
lifting and handling suspended loads with people.
TARGET PATIENTS
There are no particular indications related to patient group: the
intended patient is injured and/or in a state of unconsciousness.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
W e recommend wearing a helmet, gloves, and appropriate
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clothing for your environment.
A void direct contact with the patient's skin. In the event that
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the patient's skin is in contact with the device, it is necessary
to protect it with a biocompatible surgical sheet.
RISKS
A ctivities involving the use of the Cascade Professional Series
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Litters are inherently dangerous. You are responsible for your
own actions and decisions.
R ead and understand all instructions before and after use.
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B ecome acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
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U nderstand and accept the risks involved.
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F ailure to heed any of these warnings could result in severe
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injury or death.
O ver loading or dynamic loading on these litters may damage
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the product and result in injury or death.
T he litter is designed as a system and all components must
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be present and in good working condition.
A s a medical device, litters carry a risk of spreading disease.
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Disinfect litter according to directions in maintenance section
of this manual.
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