Changing Cot Positions; Figure 19 - Upper Lifting Positions; Figure 20 - Lower Lifting Positions; Figure 21 - Changing Positions From The Side - Ferno PROFlexX User Manual

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6.4 Changing Cot Positions

Changing cot positions with a patient on the cot requires
a minimum of two trained operators working together.
PREPARING TO RAISE OR LOWER THE COT
1. Both Operators: Stand at opposite ends or sides
of the cot (Figures 19-21).
2. Both Operators: Select the lifting position that
provides the best leverage (Figures 19-21). Use
an underhand grip to grasp the cot main frame.
3. Control Operator: Position your hand to use the
control handle.
Important
Operators should expect and be prepared to
control the normal downward movement of the
cot which occurs when a control handle is
squeezed.
RAISING OR LOWERING THE COT
1. Both Operators: Lift the cot slightly to take the
weight off the locking mechanism.
2. Both Operators: As the control operator squeezes
and holds the control handle, both operators raise
or lower the cot. If the control handle is difficult
to squeeze, both operators lift the cot a little higher
to free the locking mechanism.
3. Control Operator: Release the control handle
when the cot is near the desired height.
4. Both Operators: Together, lift the cot until all four
transport wheels are off the ground. This ensures
the undercarriage lock engages if it has not already
done so.
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.
© Ferno-Washington, Inc. 234-3346-00 March 2006

Figure 19 - Upper Lifting Positions

Figure 20 - Lower Lifting Positions

Figure 21 - Changing Positions from the Side

Using the Cot
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