Terms - Ferno Integrated Patient Transport & Loading System iNX User Manual

2.7 Terms

ACTUATOR: The actuator is a hydraulic system that extends
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and retracts the iN∫X legs. One actuator is attached to each
set of legs.
AUTO-EQUALIZE: During normal operation, if the legs are
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not equally extended, pressing or will extend or retract
one set of legs until both sets of legs are equally extended.
Then, both sets of legs extend or retract simultaneously.
AUTOMATIC STOPS: The iN∫X stops automatically at
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the maximum safe transport height (factory-set) and at
the loading height (user-set). To continue extending or
retracting, press
CONTROL END: The control end of the iN∫X is where the
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display, telescoping handles and shock frame are located.
This area is also known as the foot end.
DISPLAY: The display provides operators with the status
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of many iN∫X systems, including the legs, patient surface,
battery charge, and alternate operating modes. See
"Display Zones" on page 18.
DRIVE LIGHTS: Drive lights are white lights on the actuators
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that illuminate the ground around the wheels and increase
iN∫X visibility in low light. See "Light Buttons" on page 17.
EXTENDING (LEGS): In this manual, the term "extending"
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is used to describe raising the patient surface away from
the transport wheels. Extend the legs to increase the
height of the patient surface, or when unloading the iN∫X
from the ambulance.
GUIDE BAR: The curved guide bar is used by the control-
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end operator to guide and maintain control of the iN∫X.
The display is affixed between the guide bar and the
patient surface. A set of / buttons is attached to the
right-hand side.
iN∫LINE: The iN∫LINE fastening system is a Ferno device
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designed to secure the iN∫X in a ground-based ambulance.
INTEGRATED CHARGING SYSTEM (ICS®): The ICS allows
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the iN∫X to be charged each time it is secured in the
iN∫LINE. (Power to the ICS from the ambulance inverter
or shore power must be ON). The ICS helps keep the iN∫X
battery fully charged.
INTERACTIVE CONTENT: For training videos and proper
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use of the iN∫X, scan a QR code in this manual, click a link in
an electronic version of this manual or visit our website at
http://www.fernoems.com/inx/training.
© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / 234-3622-06 / March 2019
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Operator Focus
LIFT-ASSIST: Under extreme weight conditions (loads), the
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operators may need to provide lift-assistance. Use additional
help if needed. See "Using Additional Help" on page 10.
LOAD: The load is the overall weight of the patient plus
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equipment placed on (or attached to) the iN∫X.
LOADING END: The loading end of the iN∫X is where the
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backrest, telescoping frame and one of two safety bars are
located. This area is also known as the head end.
LOADING HEIGHT: Users can set the iN∫X to stop at the
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proper normal loading height for an ambulance. See "Set
the Loading Height" on page 61. Extend the iN∫X to the
loading height only to load it into an ambulance or unload
it from an ambulance.
OPERATORS: The trained operators are referred to as the
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Control-end Operator and Loading-end Operator in this
manual. The trained operators maintain control of the iN∫X,
operate the controls, and direct helpers.
RETRACTING (LEGS): In this manual, the term "retracting"
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is used to describe lowering the patient surface toward
the transport wheels. Retract the legs to reduce the height
of the patient surface, or when loading the iN∫X into an
ambulance.
SURROUND LIGHTS: Surround lights are red and white
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lights on each side of the iN∫X that provide steady light to
illuminate the iN∫X, or flash in an attention-grabbing alert
pattern to increase safety. See "Light Buttons" on page 17.
TELESCOPING HANDLES: Telescoping handles extend or
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retract to provide the control-end operator with additional
ergonomic positions to grasp and guide the iN∫X. A set
of / buttons is attached to the right-hand telescoping
handle. See "Telescoping Handles" on page 23.
TRANSPORT HEIGHT: An alarm beeps when the patient
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surface is higher than the recommended maximum
transport height. Keep the iN∫X at or below this height
when rolling it.
SHEETS: Sheets or other articles that are placed, or
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find their way, beneath the patient surface can become
caught in the power system. Do not tuck sheets or place
other objects where they can interfere with, or become
entangled in, the locking mechanism.
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