Direct Power Modes - Ferno Integrated Patient Transport & Loading System iNX User Manual

5.11 Direct Power Modes

Manual-power modes allow the operators to
independently control one or both sets of legs
to raise, lower, load or unload the iN∫X. Use the
mode button to select from three manual-power
modes. Direct Power is a secondary method of
operating the iN∫X. They are not part of normal operation.

Note:
If an obstruction prevents the iN∫X from moving, stop
pressing or , carefully remove the obstruction, and continue
using the iN∫X. Direct power is not needed.


Note: When using Direct power, the iN∫X extends and retracts
the legs at a slower speed than when using the normal powered
mode.
SELECTING DIRECT POWER
Each button press cycles to the next mode. The button-press
sequence is:
Direct Power Both Legs. Both sets of legs move when
●
or is pressed. Depending on the weight on the iN∫X,
one set of legs may extend or retract more quickly than
the other.
Direct Power Loading-end Legs Only. Only the loading-
●
end legs move when or is pressed.
Direct Power Control-end Legs Only. Only the control-
●
end legs move when


Note: The fourth button-press enters the Load-Height Set Mode.
See "Set the Loading Height" on page 61.
Note:

The fifth button-press returns the iN∫X to its standard
operating mode.
USING DIRECT POWER
Use care when using direct power with a patient on the
iN∫X.
In Direct Power, the auto-equalize feature is disabled. The
iN∫X will not automatically match or maintain an even
extension between the loading-end and control-end legs.
Avoid placing the patient at a severe angle as patient and/or
operator injury can occur if the load shifts.
Use additional help if needed; see "Using Additional Help" on
page 10.
In each direct power mode, a countdown timer counts down
from 15 seconds. If no further action is taken, the iN∫X reverts
to its standard operating mode.
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Using the iN∫X
or is pressed.
WARNING
A severe angle can injure the patient and/or operators.
Control the iN∫X when using a direct power mode.
NOTICE
When using direct power, the auto-equalize feature is
disabled. Do not place the iN∫X at a severe angle where the
patient or equipment could shift and become unbalanced.
Direct Power Modes
The direct power modes are easily
identified by the icons and white
background on the display screen.
During normal operation, the display
background remains black.
Use additional help if needed; see
"Using Additional Help" on page 10.
Return to Normal Operation
To return to the standard or normal
operating mode, wait
15-second timer to expire while on
any alternate mode screen, or cycle
the mode button until the normal
screen appears.
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