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C/ Narcís Monturiol, 34 08192 Sant Quirze del Vallès BARCELONA TEL. 93 714-49-24 ventas@kartsana.com www.kartsana.com INSTRUCTION MANUAL COMPACT STRETCHERS TGX-241 M, L, XL Please read the instruction manual before use and keep for future reference.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS INDEX 1.- INTRODUCTION 1.1.- F OREWORD 1.2.- R ESPONSIBILITY AND WARRANTY 1.3.- S PECIFICATIONS 1.4.- A TTENTION 1.5.- S UMMARY OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2.- INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2.1.- T ECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 2.2.- O...
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The warranty will not cover the fault if that fault is due to incorrect installation, mistreatment or improper use of the stretcher. All repairs must be made by a technical service authorised by KARTSANA or its respective representative. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any anomaly caused to the stretcher due to using any products other than original KARTSANA products.
- High obstacles such as curbs, steps or rough terrain can cause the stretcher to tip, possibly causing injury to the patient or operator. - The TGX-241 stretchers are compatible with the following KARTSANA fixation rail systems: R-419 / R-450-S Inox / R-800 & R- 900; it is the operator’s responsibility that these products work together.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS To reduce the risk of injuries to the patient and accompanying persons in the event of an accident, it is advisable to avoid sharp edges and projecting parts inside the ambulance, paying special attention to the areas nearest to the stretcher.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.- Operation and handling of the stretcher To prevent injuries to limbs and other body parts, make sure they are not within the range of the moving parts of the stretcher.
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OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS As shown in the following image, the entire front of the stretcher can be folded to a vertical position to allow the stretcher to manoeuvre in tight spots: This is done by pressing the lever circled in red and lifting the handles to the folded position.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.3.- Adjustable leg rest Button for adjusting leg rest inclination The required inclination of the leg rest can be obtained by pressing button A and moving the leg rest manually. Once the correct inclination has been reached, release button A to automatically lock the leg rest.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.5.- IV drip stand The stretcher’s IV stand rests along the left side of the “back” of the stretcher. By loosening handle A the IV drip stand can be removed to reposition it on either side of the stretcher;...
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS The length of the IV drip stand can be adjusted by pressing a tiny metal button along the inside of the shaft, and pulling up on the hook till the shaft extends as far as it will go.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS It is advisable to ensure that while the patient is secured by the safety belts at all times while on the stretcher. 2.2.8.- Removal and re-attachment of safety belts to the stretcher...
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OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.8.1.- Safety Belt Positions 2.2.8.1.1.- Middle and leg belts are positioned at the approximate distances shown in the figure below: are threaded through the slots in the backrest 2.2.8.1.2.- The chest belts and tied to the crosspiece as shown on the previous page.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.9.- Leg position controls 2.2.9.1.- Back controls Blue handle (right): Allows folding / unfolding of the stretcher’s front legs. Blue handle Orange handle (left): Allows folding / unfolding and intermediate positioning of the stretcher’s back legs.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.9.2.- Lever for front leg intermediate positioning The red lever under the left stretcher handle accesses the intermediate positions of the front legs, starting from the unfolded (upright) position. Note: To return the front legs to their original unfolded position, activate the red lever and then raise the front end of the stretcher manually so that the leg falls automatically into place.
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OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2nd position: Trendelenburg position It is achieved by activating the intermediate position lever (red) located on the right-hand side of the stretcher. This releases the front legs up to a mechanical stop.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 2.2.11.- Brake lever Activate the red lever with your foot to lock the rear wheels. This blocks both the longitudinal and the rotating movement of the wheel. - How to lock / unlock swivel casters The green bolt is used to lock or unlock wheel rotation, as shown in the following figure.
These anchoring points prevent the stretcher from overturning in the event of an accident. In the event of not using the KARTSANA rails, it is advisable that the front part of the stretcher cart be anchored at the end of the bar marked 12 in the exploded diagram of the cart that is included in this manual.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 3.- CLEANING & DISINFECTION When disinfecting the stretcher, use products that will not damage the surface materials and wipe it down with a cloth or similar. If the surface to clean is greased, re-grease it after disinfecting it.
OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 5.- EXPLODED VIEWS TGX-241 M EXPLODED VIEW 24-04-2019...
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OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS TGX-241 L EXPLODED VIEW 24-04-2019...
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The parts whose reference # start with 52-xxxx-xxx are preassemblies. To order replacement parts that are part of a preassembly (52 group), contact KARTSANA technical assistance and provide them with the reference code and, if necessary, you will be provided with the exploded view of the preassembly.
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OPERATION AND HANDLING OF TGX-241 M, L & XL STRETCHERS 1, Rue Pierre Rectoran Les Mirabelles 64100 Bayonne sav@iberik.fr Certified management system 24-04-2019...
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