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Instruction & Maintenance Manual for SLIXRR Rapid Response Stretcher IMPORTANT Slix Stretchers should be used by TRAINED PERSONS ONLY PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE SLIXRR This is not a manual of First Aid or Rescue techniques. Rescuers using SLIX equipment should be trained in patient packaging and first aid techniques...
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The SlixRR is a roll up stretcher designed for rapid application and deployment. The SlixRR is not a technical haul stretcher. It is designed to be carried or dragged using a header rope. The SlixRR may be lowered vertically with a suitable strength rope and under the control of a competent belay system.
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Identifying components of the SLIXRR Rapid Response Stretcher All the Slix range of Stretchers conform to CE 93/42/EEC CLASS 1 All components supplied are manufactured to the relevant standards. It is the users duty to ensure that any other item of equipment conforms to the relevant standard.
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Conversely when ascending a slope the casualty should be transported head first. The SlixRR stretcher may be dragged over ground using a header rope but it is important that the rope is long enough to prevent a creating a steep angle at the stretcher head.
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IF IN ANY DOUBT ABOUT THE INTEGRITY OF THE SLlXRR STRETCHER PLEASE CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. Storage of the SLIXRR The Stretcher must be stored in the Carry Bag in a dry place out of direct sunlight. It is good practice to seal the bag after the kit has been inspected and packed. A tear- off, non replaceable, type of closure should be threaded through the top of the Carry Bag.