Daily Operator Duties; Lift Loading/Unloading; Controlling The Load - Ferno Integrated Patient Transport & Loading System iNX User Manual

No-Lift Loading/Unloading
Do not lift the iN∫X off the ground when
using power during the loading or unloading
process.
Support and balance the iN∫X while rolling
it. Use additional help as needed. See "Using
Additional Help" on page 10.
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Operator Focus

2.3 Daily Operator Duties

It is good practice for operators to check equipment at the
start of each work shift. To check the iN∫X prior to use, follow
the procedures described in this manual:
Unload the iN∫X from the ambulance.
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Retract the iN∫X to the floor or ground.
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● Extend the iN∫X to the recommended rolling height.
Visually inspect the iN∫X for readiness. See "Inspecting
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the IN∫X" on page 48.
Rotate the iN∫X in a circle to verify it rolls easily.
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● Load the iN∫X into ambulance and secure it in the
iN∫LINE.
Verify the iN∫X is being charged by the ICS. See
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"Integrated Charging System (ICS)" on page 21.
2.4 No-Lift Loading/Unloading
The unique design of the iN∫LINE fastening system holds the
iN∫X level with the patient floor as the operators load it into
the ambulance (Figure 1), or unload it from the ambulance
(Figure 2). During loading and unloading:
As both operators work together to guide the iN∫X into
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the iN∫LINE, the Control-end Operator confirms each
iN∫X safety bar engages the iN∫LINE safety hook.
Do not lift the iN∫X. Allow the legs to support the load.
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Verify the legs have clearance before extending or
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retracting. Look for obstructions such as the ambulance
bumper.
● For complete loading and unloading procedures, see
"Loading the iN∫X" on page 38 and "Unloading the
iN∫X" on page 40. Use additional help if needed; see
"Using Additional Help" on page 10.

2.5 Controlling the Load

When rolling the iN∫X, both operators (and any helpers)
must keep both hands on the main frame (or guide bar),
support and balance the load, and maintain control of the
iN∫X at all times. Use care on rough or uneven terrain.
Roll the iN∫X only at, or below, the maximum transport
height. This height is programmed into the iN∫X. See "Rolling
the iN∫X" on page 36. Use additional help if needed; see
"Using Additional Help" on page 10.
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