Ferno EZ Glide 59-T Series User Manual

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FERNO
®
Users' Manual
When It's Critical
®
MODEL 59-T SERIES
MODEL 59 SERIES
Models 59, 59-T EZ Glide
Evacuation Chair
®
Read this Manual
May 2009 GLO
and Retain for
Pub. No. 234-3298-02
Future Reference

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  • Page 1 FERNO ® Users’ Manual When It’s Critical ® MODEL 59-T SERIES MODEL 59 SERIES Models 59, 59-T EZ Glide Evacuation Chair ® Read this Manual May 2009 GLO and Retain for Pub. No. 234-3298-02 Future Reference...
  • Page 2: Ferno Technical Support

    ALL OTHER LOCATIONS Serial Number _________________________ For assistance or information, please contact your Ferno distributor. If you do not have a Ferno distributor, please contact Ferno Location: Rear of Seat Panel Frame Customer Relations: Ferno-Washington, Inc. 70 Weil Way USERS’...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    9.3 Parts List ______________________________ 32 6.1 Before Placing the Chair in Service _________ 16 9.4 Parts Diagrams _________________________ 33 6.2 General Guidelines for Use ________________ 16 Training Record ______________________________ 34 Maintenance Record ___________________________ 35 © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 4: Illustrations

    Figure 45 - Unbuckle Straps Figure 23 - Preparing Model 59-T for Descent Figure 46 - Unfasten Seat Snaps Figure 24 - Track Belts Engaging Top Step Figure 47 - Tighten Straps Parts Diagrams © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    The symbols defined below are used on the chair and in only trained personnel to operate the chair. this users’ manual. Ferno uses symbols recognized by the Improper use of the chair can cause injury. Use the chair International Standards Organization (ISO), American only for the purpose described in this manual.
  • Page 6 Label C - Instruction for Folding and Unfolding Chair Label D Label F Safety Instruction: Instruction for Do NOT Lubricate Closing Track Track System Label E - Instruction for Opening Track Label 234-1440-00 Safety Instruction: How to Attach One- and Two-Piece Restraints © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 7: Operator Skills And Training

    ● practice with the chair before using it with a patient. ● record their training information. A sample training ● record sheet is provided on page 34. © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 8: About The Chair

    Multiple patient restraint options ● Some specifications are rounded to the nearest whole number. Metric conversions are calculated before rounding the Imperial OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: measurements. For more information, contact Ferno Customer Relations (page 2). Rear lift handles, locking or non-locking ● Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
  • Page 9: Components - Model 59-T And Model 59

    Lock (2) Chair 4" Swivel Folding Lock Bar Wheel (2) Footrest RESTRAINT USERS’ MANUAL OPTIONS Soft Vinyl Seating Option 59-T and 59 To request additional free users’ manuals, contact Ferno Customer Relations (page 2). © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 10: Chair Setup

    Attach the lap straps through the seat panel slots. CRISS-CROSS CONFIGURATION Use two restraints for the torso. Ferno recommends using a Figure 2 - Criss-Cross third restraint for the lap (Figure 2). Restraint Configuration...
  • Page 11: Ankle Restraint

    Attach a lap restraint alongside the restraints already attached to the seat frame. Fasten and adjust the restraints. Figure 6 - Ankle Restraint Attached Figure 7 - Torso Restraints on Chair with Soft Vinyl Seating © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 12: Using The Features

    Pull the lock bar forward, at the front of the seat without pulling the lock bar. The then begin to fold or unfold the chair. chair will not fold if the lock is engaged. © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 13: Track System - Model 59-T Only

    GUIDELINES FOR USING THE TRACK SYSTEM Using the chair on stairs requires a minimum of two ● trained operators. Ferno recommends using a third person as a “spotter” (see Gliding the Chair Down Stairs, page 18). Verify that the track system is fully opened and locked ●...
  • Page 14: Extending Lift Bar

    Verify that both handles are locked by trying to push or pull them without pressing the release buttons. When the locks are engaged, the handles will not move. Figure 15 - Right: Lift-Handle Positions Inset: Extending/Retracting a Lift Handle © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 15: Footrest

    To engage a wheel lock, press down on the rear end of the lock pedal (Figure 18). Figure 18 - Wheel Lock Figure 19 - Wheel Lock To disengage a wheel lock, press down on the forward end Engaged Disengaged of the lock pedal (Figure 19). © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 16: Using The Chair

    Operators communicate with one another and use ● coordinated movements to operate the chair. Ferno recommends that a third trained person serve as ● a “spotter” while the chair is being moved up or down stairs.
  • Page 17: Transferring The Patient

    (Figure 21), or tilt the chair back and roll it on its rear wheels. Foot-End Operator: Assist the head-end operator as needed and attend the patient. Figure 22 - Gliding the Chair Down a Curb © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 18: Gliding The Chair Down Stairs - Model 59-T Only

    Use additional help as needed to control the chair (see Using Additional Help, page 22). WARNING Ferno recommends that the two operators face each ● other when transporting a patient down stairs and that Lubricating the track system can result in injury to a third trained person “spot”...
  • Page 19: Figure 25 - Establishing The Glide Angle

    To continue down the stairs, tilt the chair back to the glide angle and engage the belts on the steps. Figure 26 - Preparing to Roll the Chair Figure 27 - Pausing on the Stairs © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 20: Transporting The Patient Down Stairs - Model 59 Only

    ● of two operators. Use additional help as needed (see Using Additional Help, page 22). Ferno recommends that the two operators face each ● other when transporting a patient down stairs and that a third person “spot” for the foot-end operator.
  • Page 21: Transporting The Patient Up Stairs Models 59-T And 59

    Additional Help, page 22). The two operators face each other when transporting ● a patient up stairs. Ferno recommends that a third person “spot” for the head-end operator. Follow your local protocols for carrying chairs. CARRYING THE CHAIR UP STAIRS...
  • Page 22: Using Additional Help

    6.8 Using Additional Help Operating the chair requires a minimum of two trained operators. Ferno recommends that the operators and helpers at opposite ends of the chair face each other when transporting a patient up or down stairs, and that a third trained person “spot” for the lead operator.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Cleaning Chair (this page) directions and read the manufacturers’ material safety data • Cleaning Track System (this page) sheets. You can purchase a recommended disinfectant from your Ferno distributor or Ferno Customer Relations (page 2). • • Inspecting Chair (page 24) •...
  • Page 24: Inspecting The Chair

    Are inner cords of belts visible (indicating the need ● for replacement)? Are the belt-tensioning bolts and nuts tight? ● Do the belts roll properly? ● Do the track and belts perform properly? ● © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 25: Lubricating The Chair - Model 59-T And Model 59

    Figure 33 - Label on Chair Track during use or while the chair is being serviced, clean the track and belts with SD-20 All-Purpose Cleaner before using the chair again. See Cleaning Track and Belts, page 23, for cleaning instructions. © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 26: Adjusting Track-Belt Tension

    Phillips screwdriver to pull the belt roller toward the top of the track, the other person uses the two 7/16- inch wrenches to tighten the bolt and nut only enough to hold the tension (Figure 36). Figure 36 - Tensioning the Belt © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 27: Figure 37 - Checking Tension With Chair Laying On Its

    1-1/4 in. to 1-1/2 in. (3.175 cm to 3.8 cm), as shown in Figure 37. Figure 37 - Checking Tension with Chair Figure 38 - Checking Tension with Chair Laying on Its Tracks on a Work Bench Standing on Its Wheels © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 28: Reconditioning The Track Belts

    If the belts do not perform properly, you may need to re-sand them, or they may need to be replaced. See Parts and Service, pages 32 and 33, to order replacement belts. Figure 40 - Sand in Direction of Arrows © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 29: Removing And Attaching The Abs Panels

    To attach the seat panel: Align the panel with the chair frame and press down to snap the panel onto the frame. Figure 42 - Lifting the Backrest Panel Over the Keepers Figure 43 - Releasing a Corner of the Seat Panel © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 30: Removing And Attaching The Soft Vinyl Seating

    Pull the free end of each buckled retaining strap until the strap is tight (Figure 47), then return the chair to the upright position. Snaps Figure 46 - Unfasten Seat Snaps Figure 47 - Tighten Straps © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 31: Accessories And Related Products

    59, 59-T EZ Glide® Accessories 8 - ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS Ferno offers a full line of emergency medical service accessories WARNING (fasteners, IV poles, immobilizers, blankets, etc.). Selected items approved for use with the chair are listed here. Attaching improper items to the chair can cause injury.
  • Page 32: Parts And Service

    Improper parts and service can cause injury. Use professional cot repair, contact EMSAR - the only agent ® only Ferno parts and Ferno-approved service on authorized by Ferno to manage, service, and repair Ferno the cot. products. Telephone (Toll-Free) 1.800.73.EMSAR Telephone 1.937.383.1052...
  • Page 33: Parts Diagrams

    59, 59-T EZ Glide® Parts and Service 9.4 Parts Diagrams Not Shown Refer to Chart On Page 32 © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 34: Training Record

    59, 59-T EZ Glide® TRAINING RECORD Date Name Training Method © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...
  • Page 35: Maintenance Record

    59, 59-T EZ Glide® MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Maintenance Performed © Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009...

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