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- Page 1 Users’ Manual ® PROFlexX March 2006 GLO Pub. No. 234-3346-00...
- Page 2 Additional free copies are available upon request from Customer Relations. Proprietary Notice The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Ferno- Washington, Inc., Wilmington, Ohio, USA. Ferno-Washington, Inc. reserves all patent rights, proprietary design rights, manufacturing...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
6.3 Fully Engaging the Locking Mechanism ..18 12 - Limited Warranty ..........38 6.4 Changing Cot Positions ....... 19, 20 13 - Ferno Customer Relations ........38 Training Record ............. 39 Maintenance Record ............. 39 © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... - Page 4 Figure 20 - Lower Lifting Positions ........ 19 Lubrication Diagram ............34 Figure 21 - Changing Positions From the Side ....19 Parts Diagrams ..............37 Figure 22 - Two-Stage Position Changes ......20 Serial Number Location ..........38 © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006...
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Page 5: Safety Information
Untrained operators can cause injury or be Attaching improper items to the cot can cause injured. Permit only trained personnel to injury. Use only Ferno-approved items on the cot. operate the cot. Improper parts and service can cause injury. Improper use of the cot can cause injury. Use... -
Page 6: Cot And Fastener Compatibility
Combining different manufacturers’ products into a “mixed-component” cot/cot fastener system can increase the user’s risk of injury and damage. Ferno-Washington, Inc. strongly recommends that only Ferno-manufactured cots be used in Ferno-manufactured cot fasteners, and that only Ferno-manufactured cot fasteners be used for securing Ferno-manufactured cots in ambulances. -
Page 7: Operator Skills And Training
For additional free users’ record their training information. A sample manuals, contact your Ferno distributor or Ferno training record sheet is provided on page 39. Customer Relations (page 38). -
Page 8: About The Cot
It is designed for roll-in loading to help reduce the risk of back injury to medical service personnel. 3.2 General Specifications The PROFlexX cot is designed for use with the Ferno ® Model 175 series cot fasteners (not included). The cot... -
Page 9: Components
Training video (all models) • Safety hook (PROFlexX only) • Set of three restraints (all models) • Model 175 update parts (PROFlexX only) To request additional free users’ manuals or videos, contact Ferno Customer Relations (page 38). © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 10: Cot Positions
24 in/62 cm Bed Position 2 20 in/51 cm Folded Position (Position 1) - Use this position to transfer the patient, roll during bariatric transport, or store the cot. Bed Position 1 14 in/35 cm © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 11: Setup/Installation
Before placing the cot in service, assign appropriate personnel to install the mattress (see page 14), restraints, and any accessories shipped with the cot. Follow all instructions in the restraint and accessory packages. Keep the users’ manuals with this manual for future reference. For additional, free manuals, contact Ferno Customer Relations (page 38). -
Page 12: Figure 3 - Safety Hook Placement
2. Drill holes for the socket-head cap screws and attach the safety hook to the floor (Figure 4). 3. To test the hook, load and unload the cot. Flat Washer Lock Washer Figure 4 - Installing the Safety Hook © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 13: Update Your Model 175 Fastener
Model 175 fasteners with removable antler mounts and serial numbers lower than L-612245 must be updated to function properly with current Ferno cots. (The serial number is located on the rail portion of the fastener). The cot is shipped with parts to update one fastener: one low-profile mounting block and one short turn knob. -
Page 14: Using The Features
Release the control handle to lock. • The gas spring is under pressure to ease raising and lowering. Control the upward movement of the backrest so it does not move too quickly. Figure 9 - Using the Backrest © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 15: Fastener Release Lever
The fastener release control lever or handle is located near the cot’s loading wheels. • To release the cot from the fastener: ° PROFlexX: release the cot from the safety hook by turning the lever counter-clockwise (Figure 10). ° PROFlexX-ST: release the cot from the safety... -
Page 16: Shock Frame
Sidearms are designed to support light objects. cot only by grasping the main frame, or main Do not place objects weighing more than 10 frame and side lift handles. pounds (4.5 kg) on the sidearms. © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 17: Drop Frame
See Cot Positions, page 10. Unfold the lead handle for use (Figure 18). • Fold the lead handle for storage. Do not allow it to hang unfolded. Figure 18 - Using the Lead Handle © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 18: Using The Cot
To ensure the locking mechanism fully engages after changing positions, lift the cot until all the wheels are off the ground. This allows the lock to fully engage if it has not already done so. © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 19: Changing Cot Positions
5. Both Operators: Set the cot onto the floor or ground. Do not release your grasp until you are sure the undercarriage is locked at the new position. Figure 21 - Changing Positions from the Side © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 20: Figure 22 - Two-Stage Position Changes
If this occurs, do not release the drop frame hinges; you could jar the patient and/or damage the mechanism. To recover, both operators raise the cot into a higher position. Adjust the drop frame to the extended position and then fold the cot. © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 21: Changing Positions: One Operator (Empty Cot Only)
6. Fasten and adjust the patient restraints (Figure 24). 7. Before moving the cot or changing its position, make sure sheets and other articles will not interfere with cot operation. Figure 24 - Securing the Patient © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 22: Rolling The Cot
• Side helpers may need to walk sideways under some circumstances. Follow local protocols. • If the load exceeds the cot’s standard load limit, see Bariatric Transport, pages 29-31. © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 23: Figure 25 - Rolling The Cot
(Figure 26). 3. Control Operator: Extend the lead handle and pull the cot (Figure 26). Figure 26 - Rolling the Cot as a Sled © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 24: Using Additional Help
Show helpers where to stand and how when working with loads in excess of the standard load to grasp the cot. limit. Inspect the cot if the Standard Load Limit has been exceeded (see Inspecting the Cot, page 33). © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 25: Loading And Unloading The Cot
Read the cot fastener users’ manual for instructions on using the fastener. Also see Cot and Fastener Compatibility, page 6. ANTLER-AND-RAIL FASTENER The PROFlexX cot is compatible with all versions of the Ferno Model 175 antler and rail cot fasteners ®... -
Page 26: Loading Cot
(Figure 31). Figure 30 - Lifting the Cot Level Figure 28 - Safety Bail Past Safety Hook Figure 29 - Loading Post Past Safety Stop Figure 31 - Folding the Undercarriage © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 27: Unloading The Cot
Assisting Operator lets go of the release lever or handle. 9. Both Operators: Place the cot in a rolling position (See Cot Positions, page 10). Figure 34 - Disengaging the Release Handle © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 28: One Operator Loading/Unloading
5. Let go of the control handle and set the cot on the ground. 6. Disengage the safety bar from the safety hook. Figure 37 - Lifting the Cot Level © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 29: Bariatric Transport
. See Accessories and Related Products, page ™ (see Inspecting the Cot, page 33). 35 for details. The PROFlexX-ST Stat Trac cot is not compatible with the TranSafe System. WARNING 8.2 Bariatric Transport Guidelines Heavy loads can cause injury. Use as many... -
Page 30: Bariatric Transport: Transferring The Patient
Positions, page 10). • Transfer the patient onto the cot (Figure 38). Ferno recommends using the Manta Rescue Aid Figure 38 - Transferring a Bariatric Patient (optional, not supplied) to aid in moving the patient. The Manta is included with the LBS or is available separately (see Accessories and Related Products, page 35). -
Page 31: Bariatric Transport: Loading The Cot
(Figure 42) and set it on the ground. 6. Outside Operators/Helpers: Roll the cot on the ground as shown in Bariatric Transport: Rolling the Cot, page 30. Figure 42 - Unloading With a Bariatric Patient © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 32: Maintenance
• Lubricating (page 34) only as directed in the restraint users’ manuals provided with the restraints. Additional, free users’ manuals can be ordered from Ferno Customer Relations (page 38). Important Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, 9.3 Disinfecting and Cleaning phenolics, or iodines can cause damage. -
Page 33: Cleaning The Cot
Does the cot load and unload properly? in this manual. PROFlexX only: Does the safety hook If inspection shows damage or excessive wear, remove engage the safety bar? the cot from service until repair is made. -
Page 34: Lubricating The Cot
Recommendation: Adjust the handles so that when of the Foot-End Control Handles pulled, the control handle just touches the cot main frame and the ratchet bar is about 1/8" from touching the inside of the slot (Figure 43). © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 35: Accessories And Related Products
PROFlexX Series Accessories and Related Products ® 10 - ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS Ferno offers a full line of accessories (fasteners, IV WARNING poles, immobilizers, blankets, etc.) approved for use with the cot. Attaching improper items to the cot can cause injury. -
Page 36: Parts And Service
21 .. 190-1240 ..Fastener post, split ........1 2 ..190-1590 ..Backrest panel w/rivets ........ 1 22 .. 190-1597 ..PROFlexX logos and clear labels (set) ..1 3 ..190-1251 ..Seat panel w/rivets ........1 23 .. 190-1604 ..X-frame axle w/cover, hardware ....1 4 .. -
Page 37: Parts Diagrams
PROFlexX Series Parts and Service ® 11.4 Parts Diagrams 13 12 16 15 © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006... -
Page 38: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Obligation If a product is proven defective, Ferno will repair or replace it, or, at our option, refund the item’s purchase price. In no event is Ferno liable for more than the selling price of the product. The purchaser accepts these terms in lieu of all damages. -
Page 39: Training Record
PROFlexX Series ® TRAINING RECORD Date Training Method Name MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Maintenance Performed © Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006...