Summary Of Safety Precautions - Stryker Power-PRO IT 6510 Bedienungs- Und Wartungshandbuch

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Carefully read and strictly follow the warnings and cautions listed on these pages. Service only by qualified personnel.
WARNING
• Improper usage of the cot can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the cot only as described in this
manual.
• Do not modify the cot or any components of the cot. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable operation
resulting in injury to the patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty (see
• Any emergency vehicle to be used with this cot must have the in-fastener shut-off system installed (see
• It is the responsibility of the cot operator to ensure that the cot being used in the Stryker Cot Fastener Systems
meets the installation specifications listed on
Stryker Fastener System.
• The in-fastener shut-off must be positioned properly before placing the cot into service. Failure to install the in-
fastener shut-off may cause injury to the patient or operator and/or damage to the vehicle.
• Do not attempt to operate the cot when it is loaded into a cot fastener.
• The in-fastener shut-off is only a means for disabling the electronic functionality. Damage to the product and/or
injury to the patient and/or operator may occur if used for any other purpose.
• Have the vehicle safety hook installed by a certified mechanic. Improper safety hook installation can cause injury
to the patient or operator and/or damage to the cot.
• Failure to install the safety hook can cause injury to the patient or operator.
• The face of the safety hook that engages the safety bar should be located at least 3-3/4" from the leading edge
of the door sill. After installation, verify that the cot legs lock into the load position without contacting the vehicle
bumper.
• To avoid injury, verify that the safety bar has engaged the safety hook before removing the cot from the patient
compartment.
• Verify that the safety hook always engages the cot safety bar regardless of how the cot is unloaded from the
vehicle or injury to the patient or operator and/or damage to the cot may occur.
• The cot must have at least 5/8" of clearance between the vehicle bumper and the cot to disengage the safety bar
when unloading the cot from the vehicle. Verify that the cot legs lock into the load position before disengaging
the safety bar from the safety hook. Failure to properly lock the cot into position can cause injury to the patient
or operator and/or damage to the cot.
• Entanglement in powered cot mechanisms can cause serious injury. Operate the cot only when all persons are
clear of the mechanisms.
• Practice changing height positions and loading the cot until operation of the product is fully understood. Improper
use can cause injury.
• Do not allow untrained assistants to assist in the operation of the cot. Untrained technicians/assistants can cause
injury to the patient or themselves.
• Ensure proper hand placement on hand grips. Hands should be clear of red safety bar pivots while loading and
unloading the cot.
• Do not ride on the base of the cot. Damage to the product could occur, resulting in injury to the patient or operator.
• Transporting the cot sideways can cause the cot to tip, resulting in possible damage to the product and/or injury to the
patient or operator. Transporting the cot in a lowered position, head or foot end first, minimizes the potential of a cot tip.
• Grasping the cot improperly can cause injury. Keep hands, fingers and feet away from moving parts. To avoid
injury, use extreme caution when placing your hands and feet near the base tubes while raising and lowering the
cot.
• Never leave a patient unattended on the cot or injury could result. Hold the cot securely while a patient is on the
product.
• Never apply the optional wheel lock(s) while a patient is on the cot. Tipping could occur if the cot is moved while
the wheel lock is applied, resulting in injury to the patient or operator and/or damage to the cot.
• Hydraulically raising or lowering the cot may temporarily affect electronic patient monitoring equipment. For best
results, patient monitoring should be conducted when the cot is idle.
• High obstacles such as curbing, steps or rough terrain can cause the cot to tip, possibly causing injury to the
patient or operator.
• Transporting the cot in lower positions reduces the potential of a cot tip. If possible, obtain additional assistance or
take an alternate route.
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