Safety Information; Warning - Ferno Integrated Patient Transport & Loading System iNX User Manual

1.1 Warning

Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to operate the iN∫X.
Helpers can cause injury. Maintain control of the iN∫X,
operate the controls, and direct all helpers.
Improper use of the iN∫X can cause injury. Use the iN∫X
only for the purpose described in this manual.
Improper operation can cause injury. Operate the iN∫X
only as described in this manual.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
An unrestrained patient can be injured. Use properly-
installed patient restraints to secure the patient on the iN∫X.
Rolling the iN∫X above the factory-set maximum
transport height can cause it to tip. Only roll the iN∫X at
or below the factory-set maximum transport height.
Uncontrolled movement can cause injury or damage.
Support and control the iN∫X at all times.
Sheets or other objects can interfere with, or become
entangled in, the height-adjustment locking mechanism.
This can cause injury and/or malfunction, including
unexpected retracting of the iN∫X. Do not tuck sheets
or place other objects where they can interfere with, or
become entangled in, the locking mechanism.
Rolling the iN∫X sideways can cause it to tip. Roll the iN∫X
only toward the control end or loading end.
Failure to engage the safety hook during loading or
unloading can cause injury. Operators must visually
ensure each safety bar engages the safety hook and the
iN∫X is secure inside the ambulance before extending or
retracting the legs.
A severe angle can injure the patient and/or operators.
Control the iN∫X when using a direct power mode.
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WARNING
WARNING
Uncontrolled movement can cause injury or damage.
Support the load before using an actuator-release handle.
A severe angle can injure the patient and/or operators.
Control the iN∫X when operating without power.
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the
iN∫X only as described in this manual.
Improper adjustment of the actuator-release handle
cables can lead to injury. Adjust the tension of the cables
when needed.
The iN∫X can rapidly descend and cause injury if the
actuator-release handles are activated while you are
adjusting the cable tension. Use caution when adjusting
cable tension.
Attaching improper items to the iN∫X can cause injury.
Use only Ferno-approved items on the iN∫X.
Charging an improper battery can cause injury and
damage. Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries. The
Ferno 24/36VDC battery charger is compatible only with
the iN∫X battery or Ferno POWERPac and ICS systems.
Charge lead-acid batteries only in a well-ventilated area
(Only Ferno POWERFlexx® POWERPac batteries are lead-
acid type).
The appliance (battery charger) is not intended for use
by people (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance (battery charger).
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
a special cord or assembly available from Ferno or an
authorized Ferno distributor or service center.
Modifying the iN∫X can cause injury and damage. Use the
iN∫X only as designed by Ferno.
© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / 234-3622-06 / March 2019