Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule; Disinfecting The Stretcher; Cleaning The Stretcher - Ferno Stretcher Series User Manual

Maintenance

5.1 Maintenance Schedule

The stretcher requires regular maintenance. Set up and
follow a maintenance schedule. A sample maintenance
record sheet is provided on page 23. The table below
represents minimum intervals for maintenance.
When using maintenance products, follow the
manufacturers' directions and read the manufacturers'
material safety data sheets.
Maintenance
(Minimum Intervals)
Disinfecting (this page)
Cleaning (this page)
Inspecting (page 15)
Lubricating (page 15)
WARNING
!
Improper maintenance can cause injury.
Maintain the stretcher only as described in
this manual.
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5.2 Disinfecting the Stretcher

1. Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant after each use.
2. Inspect the stretcher for obvious damage as you
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach,
phenolics, or iodines can damage the stretcher.
Disinfect and clean only with products that do
not contain these chemicals.
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5.3 Cleaning the Stretcher

Clean the stretcher with warm, soapy water and a cloth
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or soft brush, or wipe with a mild solvent.
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The stretcher panels are composed of a polymer
material that does not require waxing.
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Steam and water under high pressure penetrate
joints, flush away lubricant, and cause
corrosion. Do not use steam or a high-pressure
washer to clean the stretcher.
5.4 Disinfecting and Cleaning
Disinfecting and cleaning procedures vary according
to restraint model. For disinfecting and cleaning
instructions, refer to the restraint users' manual
packaged with the restraints.
Restraints may be damaged by improper
maintenance. Follow the disinfecting and
cleaning instructions in the restraint users'
manual packaged with the restraints.
Scoop EXL Stretcher Series
Follow disinfectant manufacturer's instructions.
disinfect it.
Important
Important
the Restraints
Important
© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-2125-05 May 2006