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

NOTICE
When used in the outward position, sidearms increase
the overall width of the iN∫X. Use caution when moving
through doorways or other narrow areas. Swing the
sidearms to the in-line position if needed.
Sidearm Hole
The small hole in the end of each sidearm
allows attachment of handcuffs by law
enforcement or other devices (not supplied)
to help restrain a combative patient.
Press to Rotate
Sidearm
24
Slide to Swing
Sidearm Outward
25
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Features and Controls

4.22 Sidearms

Sidearms provide patient security and comfort.

Note:
Each sidearm adjusts independently.
To rotate a sidearm: Press the red button in the center
●
of the sidearm mount casting (Figure 24) and rotate
the sidearm to a new position. Locking positions are at
approximately 45° intervals.
To swing the sidearms outward: Slide the lever away
●
from the mount casting to unlock the sidearm and
swing it away from the patient surface (Figure 25).
This position is useful for a large patient or to position
the patient's arm at a convenient angle for starting
intravenous (IV) lines.
To swing the sidearms inward: Push the sidearm toward
●
the center of the iN∫X to lock the sidearm in the in-line
position.
To store the sidearm: Rotate the sidearm toward the
●
loading end of the iN∫X, aligned with the backrest.
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