Applying The Stretcher In A "V" Configuration; Figure 8 - Applying Stretcher In A "V" Configuration - Ferno Stretcher Series User Manual

Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
4.6 Applying the Stretcher in a "V"
Configuration
1. Unfold the stretcher and adjust the length (see
Adjusting Stretcher Length, page 9).
2. Unfasten the restraints (if stored on stretcher).
3. Open only the foot-end coupling. To open, press
the Twin Safety Lock
coupling and pull the foot-end halves of the
stretcher apart to form an inverted "V."
4. Position the stretcher with the patient's head at
the coupled head-end of the stretcher (Figure 8).
5. Use local protocols to work the stretcher inward
and under the patient. Work from head to foot
until the coupling halves at the foot end meet.
Note: Use care to avoid pinching or pulling the
patient's skin, hair, or clothing while working the
stretcher halves into place beneath the patient.
6. Push the foot-end coupling halves together until
the Twin Safety Locks
7. Check that the Twin Safety Locks
of the stretcher are fully engaged.
To test for proper lock engagement, pull the
coupling halves away from each other without
pressing on the lock levers. The couplings will
remain securely joined if the locks are fully
engaged.
8. Fasten and tighten all patient restraints.
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levers on the foot-end
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meet and lock.
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® at both ends
Using the Stretcher
Head-End Closed
Foot-End Open
Figure 8 - Applying Stretcher in "V"
Configuration
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