5.13 Telescoping Handles (Optional)
Purposee: The optional telescoping handles extend to aide the
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operator to lift and carry the cot. The handles lock in three positions
(Figure 23):
Fully retracted
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Middle (about 5 in/125 mm)
Fully extended (about 9 in/225 mm)
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Usee: Press the button on the end of the handle (Figure 24) and push
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or pull the handle to the desired position. Release the button and
pull or push the handle until it locks. Use the telescoping handles
only when they are in a locked position.
5.14 Telescoping Side Handles (Optional)
Purposee: Operators or helpers use the side handles as extra lifting
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or grasping points.
Usee: Pull to extend the handle. Push to retract (Figure 25).
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Grasp the cot main frame with one hand, using an underhand
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grasp. Grasp the side handle with your other hand, using a
cylindrical grip.
When lifting, balance the cot by placing one operator or helper
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on each side of the cot and lift together, using both handles.
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Using the Features
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