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- Page 1 User Manual FERNO Combi Head Immobiliser (CHI) Read this Manual FERNO/MAN/10/15/211/UK and Retain for Stock Code 2003-0136 Future Reference...
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Page 2: Contact Information
Proprietary Notice This manual contains general instructions for the use, operation The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Ferno and care of this product. The instructions are not all-inclusive. UK Ltd, who reserve all patent rights, proprietary design rights,... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Figure 29 - Baseplate facing up ____________________________12 Figure 30 - Baseplate facing down __________________________12 5.2 Attaching the CHI head and chin straps ____10/11 Figure 31 - Thread the strap through both buckles _____________12 5.3 Alternative method for attaching straps ______11... -
Page 4: Safety Information
To reduce the risk of exposure to blood borne diseases such as HIV-1 and hepatitis when using the CHI, follow the An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual. -
Page 5: About The Chi
MRI scans. For more information, contact Ferno Service Department. The CHI is specifically designed for use with a Ferno Scoop® EXL but can also be used on a Scoop® S-265/266 and any Ferno reserves the right to change the specification breakaway stretcher or full-length longboard / spineboard without notice. -
Page 6: Operating The Chi
Important The Baseplate must be tight on the Longboard for the CHI to function effectively. If the Baseplate moves or slips, further tighten all retention straps until the Baseplate remains firmly in place. © Ferno UK Ltd. FERNO/MAN/10/15/211/UK... -
Page 7: Figure 6 - Applying The Headblocks
Always transfer the patient onto the Scoop® stretcher using approved local manual handing and patient transfer procedures. When using CHI with Scoop, the baseplate does not need to be attached to the Scoop prior to deployment. The CHI baseplate can be introduced under the Figure 5 - Base Plate located on Scoop®... -
Page 8: Securing The Patient In The Chi
Figure 11 - Anchoring chin strap Clean and disinfect the CHI before storing (See Maintaining the CHI on page 15). The CHI Baseplate may be stored attached to a Longboard if desired. Store the remaining CHI parts together in a clean, secure location, or attached to a Longboard/Scoop®. -
Page 9: Guidelines For Using With Scoop® Exl
FERNO Combi Head Immobiliser Using the Immobiliser 5 - SUGGESTED PROCEDURES FOR USING CHI IN CONJUNCTION WITH SCOOP® EXL 5.0 Introduce baseplate whilst patient is on the floor With patient on the floor, Operator 1 supports patient’s head for C-spine neutral alignment... -
Page 10: Attaching The Chi Head And Chin Straps
N.B It is not necessary to attach the baseplate to the Scoop® at the top buckle, as this is intended purely for use on with a longboard board such as the Millennia board, where the CHI base can be strapped to the board and stored in the vehicle with the baseplate attached permanently. -
Page 11: Alternative Method For Attaching Straps
Using the Immobiliser FERNO Combi Head Immobiliser 5 - SUGGESTED PROCEDURES FOR USING CHI IN CONJUNCTION WITH SCOOP® EXL (CONT...) Figure 23 - Fixing the head straps Figure 24 - Ensuring the straps are tight 5.3 Alternative method for attaching straps to Scoop ®... -
Page 12: Guidelines For Using With Longboard
IN CONJUNCTION WITH LONGBOARD 6.0 Attaching CHI baseplate on Longboard The CHI baseplate can be permanently attached to a longboard and stored in the vehicle, such that it is immediately ready to use when required. Attach the top-fixing strap as per photos below. -
Page 13: Attaching The Chi Baseplate Top Strap
FERNO Combi Head Immobiliser 6 - SUGGESTED PROCEDURES FOR USING CHI IN CONJUNCTION WITH LONGBOARD (CONT.) 6.1 Attaching CHI baseplate top strap to the Longboard Attach the baseplate top-strap to the longboard as per below photos Figure 35 - Position the top strap... -
Page 14: Figure 41 - Positioning The Straps
FERNO Combi Head Immobiliser 6 - SUGGESTED PROCEDURES FOR USING CHI IN CONJUNCTION WITH LONGBOARD (CONT.) 6.2 Attaching CHI baseplate lower fixing strap to the longboard Attach the lower fixing strap to the board as follows: Figure 41 - Position the straps Figure 42 - Insert the strap into the front buckle hole and back under to fix to the VELCRO®... -
Page 15: Maintenance
• Inspecting inspecting the CHI for obvious damage as you disinfect it. To clean: Hand wash all parts of the CHI with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse with warm, clear water. Dry the Important CHI with a towel or allow it to air-dry. -
Page 16: Limited Warranty Summary
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 17: Training & Maintenance Record
Training & Maintenance FERNO Combi Head Immobiliser 10 - TRAINING AND MAINTENANCE RECORDS TRAINING RECORD Date Name Training Method MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Maintenance Performed © Ferno UK Ltd. FERNO/MAN/10/15/211/UK...
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