Routine Inspection And Maintenance; Routine Inspection; Cleaning; Inspection - Ferno Paraguard Excel Stretcher User Manual

Paraguard Excel Stretcher

4 - ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

4.1 Routine Inspection

The Paraguard® Excel Rescue Stretcher requires regular inspection to maintain the safety and performance of the stretcher.
Clean and inspect the stretcher as described in this section.

4.1.1 Cleaning

After use:
The comfort pads are removable to aid cleaning.
Clean using a detergent solution and rinse thoroughly in fresh water. Allow to air dry.
For disinfecting, following the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions for application method and contact time

4.1.2 Inspection

Have a qualified maintenance person follow the schedule below and inspect the stretcher at the recommended intervals.
Every month
Every three months
Every twelve months
4.1.3 Paraguard® Inspection
• Check that the plungers located at both the head and foot ends and on the locking sleeves operate freely.
• Do the locking sleeves engage properly?
• Look along the poles from one end for signs of distortion. Also check poles for corrosion.
• Check vertical lifting rings, straps and attachment points for damage.
• Do the restraining straps and carrying handles show any sign of damage?
• Check the D-rings for distortion and corrosion.
• Check the head restraint straps for damage and buckles for operation.
• Do the chest and body boards show any sign of wear and tear?
• Do the chest and body board restraining straps, including the foot strap have any cuts, tears or signs of fraying?
• Check that all buckles engage and disengage.
• Check the pillow for general damage and ensure the hook and loop fastener still operates.
• Check the comfort pads for wear and tear.
Valise
• Check the zip is not damaged and slides freely.
• Check waist, shoulder straps and carrying handle straps for damage. Do the fasteners operate freely?
• Check base for damage.
• Check the canvas has no tears.
© Ferno (UK) Ltd. FERNO/MAN/0719/133-R03/UK
If stored in positions exposed to high humidity or salt laden atmospheres.
If stored in externally mounted stowage which may permit some ingress
of moisture.
If stored in a well ventilated place away from extremes of hot, cold and
moisture.
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