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- Page 1 Pegasus / Pegasus MK2 Trolley User Manual IMPORTANT NOTE To comply with BS EN 1789: 2007, the four-point harness MUST be used as a patient restraint and the Pegasus MUST be secured with the two-part locking device.
- Page 2 When used as a seat base the trolley DOES NOT meet CEN requirements. Pegasus MK 2 Trolley can be fitted with a mattress that is constructed of moulded cellular foam that is impermeable to bodily fluids and has an antibacterial additive impregnated through the material during manufacturing to assist infection control.
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Page 3: Safe Working Load
Checking the trolley The following checks are recommended before the start of each shift's use of the Pegasus Trolley. 1. Does the trolley have a properly installed mattress and patient restraining system? Check the mattress for damage; if any damage is found, it must be replaced. -
Page 4: Important Notes
Always ensure the drop down foot end and head end are in the raised position before operating the lifting mechanism on the trolley. PLEASE NOTE Cot Sides are not intended to be used to either manoeuvre or lift the trolley, damage may result from this practice. FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley... -
Page 5: Operating Procedure
2. Proceed with the transfer as aforementioned. Height Adjustment – Do not raise the trolley when located in the vehicle lock. 1. The height adjustment of the Pegasus is achieved by a simple hydraulic pumping action. 2. The raising and lowering action is achieved by means of foot pedals, which are located on each side of the trolley. - Page 6 It is recommended that this process is practiced on an un-laden trolley. PLEASE NOTE: Cot sides are not intended to be used to either manoeuvre or lift the trolley; damage may result from this practice. FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley...
- Page 7 Loading/Unloading from a vehicle with ramp or lift When using a powered winch, reference must be made to the winch manufacturer’s instructions and Ferno UK Ltd for trolley winch connection positions. Unloading the trolley from a vehicle fitted with ramps 1.
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Page 8: Important Note
5. Guide the trolley on to the tail lift, head end first. 6. Operate the tail lift as per manufacturer’s instructions. IMPORTANT NOTE Ensure the trolley is secure at all times when on board the tail lift FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley... - Page 9 (diagram E). Test for security & safety. 3. Installation of Foot End Lock Assembly Install foot end lock assembly in exactly the same way as above adjacent to the positional guide plate at the foot end. FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley...
- Page 10 Test for security and safety. PEGS TRACKING DEVICE LOCKED 3 Installation of Foot End Lock Assembly Install foot end lock assembly in exactly the same way as above adjacent to the positional guide plate at the foot end. FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley...
- Page 11 Using the Restraints (Pegasus Trolley) 1. The patient should be secured using the harness and both single strap restraints. 2. Dispose of and replace any restraints that are worn, damaged or have been involved in any accident – they may have hidden damage.
- Page 12 Using the Restraints (Pegasus MK2) 9. The patient should be secured using the harness and both single strap restraints. 10. Dispose of and replace any restraints that are worn, damaged or have been involved in any accident – they may have hidden damage.
- Page 13 Fitting the Mattress to the Pegasus Trolley Ensure the trolley is flat before fitting the mattress. Fig 1 Fit mattress to the Foot End of the trolley first, as follows: Insert the two pegs through the keyhole slots in the Leg Rest Panel, and slide mattress towards the foot end (see Fig 1 and Fig 2).
- Page 14 Headrest The Pegasus is provided with a detachable headrest that affords support particularly in the patient seated position. The black push button, located at the top of the backrest, allows the fitting and removal of the headrest, which can be rotated through half a turn to provide either a cup shape head support or flat support to incorporate a pillow.
- Page 15 Additionally, the foot end of the top frame and tray on the PTS version of the Pegasus will fold down, thus enabling the trolley to be used within a Patient Transport Vehicle as either a normal trolley or as a seat base.
- Page 16 All wheels have a braking system ensuring that the castor wheel will neither roll nor rotate when the brake lever is applied. A minimum of two brakes should be engaged whenever a patient is being transferred onto or off the trolley. FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley...
- Page 17 To lower the knee contour position, hold both release straps (red), lift up and pull straps in the direction of the foot end and slowly lower the frame to its resting position. NOTE: Potential pinch point - care should be taken during operation FERNO/MAN/01/18/159/UK Pegasus Trolley...
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Page 18: Cleaning And Lubrication
Specific recommendations are available in the Pegasus Service Book which is provided at the point of sale. Service and Repair is to be carried out by a Ferno Trained Engineer. Contact Ferno Service on 01274 854511 for further details. -
Page 19: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service Ferno (UK) Ltd. standard terms and conditions apply to all sales. A copy is available on request. These contain full details of warranty terms and do not limit the statutory rights of the customer. For service, maintenance and any questions regarding this, or any other Ferno... -
Page 20: Technical Data
Technical Data Product Name Pegasus Trolley Overall Length 1950 mm Folded Length (Foot End Only) 1730 mm Folded Length (Head End Only) 1650 mm Minimum Folded Length (Both Ends) 1450 mm Overall Width 570 mm Maximum Height (excluding 880 mm... - Page 22 Tel: + 44 (0) 1274 851999 Fax: + 44 (0) 1274 851111 e-mail: service@ferno.co.uk Registered number: 1007475 England As our policy is one of continuous development Ferno (UK) Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. Stock Code: 2003-0073...