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Saver Safe Chair
3. User Instructions
• It is strongly recommended that the following procedures be practiced with a
chair loaded with dummy weights such as bagged builders sand or gravel.
• The chair must be checked as per instructions (see pg 8)
• It is advised that when using the Chair with patients over 80Kg two operators are
used. Use additional help as needed to control the Chair
• Ensure the route down the stairs is clear of obstructions that could affect the
safety of the operators or the function of the tracks.
• A training plan approved by an EMS training officer (or equivalent) is
recommended.
• All operators must read and understand the instructions in this manual.
• Trainees should be tested to verify their understanding of the Chair operation.
• Training records for all trained operators should be kept. Annual refresher
training for all Chair operators is recommended.
• Never lubricate track belts. Lubricated track belts can perform unpredictably,
resulting in injury to the patient and/or operators.
• Moisture, water, snow, ice or debris on or between the track and belts can cause
irregular track-belt performance that results in sudden changes in the weight
operators must support. Make sure the track and track belts are clean and dry
before using the Chair on stairs.
• Always clear stairs of debris etc., which could interfere with the operation of the
Chair or impede the operators.
• When moving patients always inform them of what you are going to do.
• Always use restraints provided and check patient and restraints are secure
FERNO/MAN/10/09/190UK
Important Safety Information
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