Changing Stretcher-Top Positions; Gas-Assist Backrest; Figure 10 - Changing Stretcher Top Positions; Figure 11 - Backrest Release Handle - Ferno 50-E User Manual

155-E Stretcher Top

5.3 Changing Stretcher-Top Positions

The stretcher-top leg section has four locking positions:
recumbent, seated, and two shock positions (see
illustrations on page 15). Position changes can be made
with the stretcher top on or off the undercarriage.
To change the stretcher-top position:
1. Standing at either side of the stretcher, push the
red release lever down and lift or lower the leg
section using the lifting strap (Figure 10).
2. When the desired position is reached, release the
release lever.
3. Raise or lower the leg section until the lock
engages.

5.4 Gas-Assist Backrest

The gas-assist backrest can be elevated to any angle
between 0º and 90º. To adjust the backrest:
1. Support the weight of the backrest and patient.
2. Lift the red control handle toward the backrest
frame and raise or lower the backrest (Figures
11 and 12).
3. Release the handle to lock the backrest.
Note: The backrest gas spring is under pressure.
Control the upward movement of the backrest so it does
not move too quickly.
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Figure 10 - Changing Stretcher-Top Positions

Figure 11 - Backrest Release Handle

Figure 12 - Using the Gas-Assist Backrest

© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3257-01 December, 2004
Ferno Model 50-E
Lifting Strap
Release
Lever
Release Handle