Actions Before Every Use ........................9 Parts Designation ............................10 Arjo Strap Stretcher Assembly........................11 Dual-Loop Strap Installation on the Arjo Strap Stretcher Frame ............12 Raise the Patient ............................13 Adjusting Stretcher Frame ........................ 15 Removing a Strap While Raised ....................... 16 Lower the Patient............................
Thank You for Purchasing Arjo Equipment. Your Arjo Strap Stretcher is part of a series of quality products designed especially for your health care facility. We are dedicated to serving your needs and providing the best products available along with training that will bring your staff maximum bene t from every Arjo product.
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Service and Support A service routine must be performed on the Arjo Strap Stretcher to make sure the safety and operating procedures of your product. See section “Care and Preventive Maintenance” on page 20. If you require further information, please contact Arjo for comprehensive support and service programs to maximize the long-term safety, reliability and value of the product.
IFU. The Arjo Strap Stretcher should only be used for the purpose speci ed in the IFU. Any other use is prohibited. Resident Assessment We recommend that facilities establish regular assessment routines.
The information in this IFU is important for your safety and must be read and understood to help prevent injuries.If there is anything in the manual that is confusing or hard to understand, call Arjo or their vendor (the telephone number appears on the last page of this manual).
To avoid entrapment, make sure to keep the To avoid patient injury, always inspect resident’s hair, arms and feet close to the the Arjo Strap Stretcher prior to each use body and use designated grab supports for any irregularities as per the “Care and during any movement.
Preparations Actions Before First Use 1. Check that all parts of the product are supplied. Compare to section “Parts Designation” on page 10. If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use this product. 2. Read the IFU. 3.
Arjo Strap Stretcher Assembly Attach the Arjo Strap Stretcher to Stretcher Frame NOTE The three closely positioned strap buckles should be positioned at the head end of the strap stretcher. They will be indicated by the head end of the tube. (11 steps)
See Fig. 8. Fig. 8 Dual-Loop Strap Installation on the Arjo Strap Stretcher Frame (2 steps) 1. Before patient is lifted, all the Cross Straps must be locked into the buckles.
Raise the Patient (See respective IFUs for lifters) (6 steps) 1. Bring the lift to the patient. See Fig. 10. 2. Align the center of the frame approximately over the patient’s navel. See Fig. 11. 3. Lower the stetcher frame over the patient. See Fig.
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See Fig. 14. 6. Proceed to raise the patient. See Fig. 15. When Fig. 14 using a ceiling lift, always make sure that the Arjo Strap Stretcher is in an horizontal position. Refer to the section “Adjusting Stretcher Frame” on page 15.
Adjusting Stretcher Frame (Ceiling Lifts only) (3 steps) 1. To adjust the spreader bar frame, pull out/push in the knobs. See. Fig. 16. 2. Rotate knob. See Fig. 17. 3. Move the support bracket towards the heavier end (downward pointing) when stretcher frame is hanging horizontally.
Removing a Strap While Raised (2 steps) Individual patient support Cross Straps can be loosened and removed for access to any part of the patient while they are raised. WARNING To avoid injury, remove no more than one strap. Fig. 19 Raise and move the patient away from the bed.
2. Once lowered, remove the Dual-Loop Attachment Straps from both the stretcher frame Fig. 21 and the Arjo Strap Stretcher. See Fig. 22. 3. Raise the spreader bar. Move the oor lift away from the patient. See Fig. 23. Fig. 22 Fig.
Once the Cross Straps are removed, proceed to remove all other Arjo Strap Stretcher parts, including the two End Tubes and Side Sections. See Fig. 25. 3. Store the Arjo Strap Stretcher in its bag in a safe and appropriate place. Fig. 24 NOTE The Arjo Strap Stretcher should be cleaned and disinfected between each patient use.
Cross Straps and Dual-Loop Straps (6 steps) (3 steps) 1. Detach the Arjo Strap Stretcher from the lift. 1. Detach the Arjo Strap Stretcher from the lift. 2. Rinse to remove any deposits or visible dirt from 2. Rinse to remove any deposits or visible dirt from the Strap Stretcher, if needed.
Care and Preventive Maintenance The Arjo Strap Stretcher, as well as the Dual-Loop Attachment Straps are subject to wear and tear, and the following actions must be performed to make sure that the product remains within its original manufacturing speci cation.
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Strap Inspection WARNING If the strap inspection reveals any signs of irregularities, stop using the strap. The expected service life of the Dual-Loop Attachment Straps is two (2) years. If you have any doubts about the strap’s safety, replace it with a new one. Continual use of a damaged strap can seriously compromise the caregiver’s or patient’s safety.
Technical Speci cations GENERAL Total weight (with Cross Straps, 13.4 kg (28.7 lb) Dual-Loop Straps and Strap Guide) Lifting capacity 227 kg (500 lb) (SWL = Safe Working Load) Polyester straps Acetal buckles Material Steel frame Polycarbonate Strap Guide OPERATING CONDITIONS Ambient Temperature Range +5 °C (41°F) to +40°C (104°F) Relative Humidity Range...
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ALLOWED COMBINATIONS Stretcher Frame (700-19302) Adjustable Stretcher Frame, with Quick Connect (700-15695) Arjo Strap Stretcher (700-14945) Adjustable Stretcher Frame, with union tube & clevis pin (700-19522) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...
Labels SYMBOL EXPLANATION SYMBOL EXPLANATION This symbol is accompanied Washing temperature 80°C 80°C by the date of manufacture (176°F) permanent cycle. and the address of the manufacturer. Do not bleach. Points out manufacturing date. This symbol is accompanied by the manufacturer’s Do not dry clean.
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AUSTRALIA FRANCE POLSKA Arjo Australia Arjo SAS Arjo Polska Sp. z o.o. Building B, Level 3 2 Avenue Alcide de Gasperi ul. Ks Piotra Wawrzyniaka 2 11 Talavera Road CS 70133 PL-62-052 KOMORNIKI (Pozna ) Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, FR-59436 RONCQ CEDEX...
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At Arjo, we are committed to improving the everyday lives of people affected by reduced mobility and age-related health challenges. With products and solutions that ensure ergonomic patient handling, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the effective prevention of pressure ulcers and venous thromboembolism, we help professionals across care environments to continually raise the standard of safe and digni ed care.
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