Applying The Brake System - Stryker 1027 Betriebshandbuch

Stretcher Operation

APPLYING THE BRAKE SYSTEM

Brake/Steer
Pedal
(Optional)
B A
FOOT END HEAD END
Brake/Steer
Pedal
(Optional)
NOTE
For user convenience, a brake/steer control pedal is located on both ends of the stretcher.
WARNING
Always apply the caster brakes when a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. Push on the stretcher to en-
sure the brakes are securely locked. Always engage the brakes unless the stretcher is being moved. Injury
could result if the stretcher moves while a patient is getting on or off the stretcher.
To engage the brakes on the head end, push fully down on the left side of pedal (A).
To engage the brakes on the foot end, push fully down on the right side of pedal (B).
NOTE
Your stretcher may be equipped with optional side control brake and steer functions in addition to the standard
head and foot end controls. The side control brakes operate the same as the head and foot end versions.
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