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User Instruction Manual Oxford Canvas Stretcher ® To avoid injury, read user manual prior to use. For alternative languages, contact your authorised service provider.
Canvas Stretcher 1. Oxford Canvas Stretcher As an aftermarket accessory, you can retro-fit your Stature or Presence lift with an Oxford Canvas Stretcher (see Fig.1). This MUST ONLY be used in conjunction with the Oxford Stretcher Adjustment Cradle (Part Number OXF-STRETCHER-AC).
Canvas Stretcher 2. Safety Precautions WARNING The Oxford Canvas Stretcher MUST ONLY be used with an Oxford Stretcher Adjustment Cradle (Part Number OXF-STRETCHER-AC) When the Canvas Stretcher is attached, the patients head and body should always remain horizontal. This horizontal position is achieved by operating the adjustment handles on the Stretcher Adjustment Cradle in either a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction.
(not shown) Fig. 5 Initial Assembly Prior to using the Oxford Canvas Stretcher, an initial assembly of the connection points will be required. FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY: 1. Place the nylon washer onto the shoulder of the connection bolt (see Fig. 6).
Oxford ® English Canvas Stretcher 4. Lifting With Your Oxford Canvas Stretcher FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY: 1. Place the folded Canvas Stretcher on the bed or a suitable supporting surface (see Fig. 6). Fig. 6 2. Unfold the Canvas Stretcher, ensuring that the stretcher is correctly orientated. This will be confirmed when the openings on either side are as shown (see Fig.
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Oxford ® English Canvas Stretcher WARNING Ensure the patient is positioned in the correct orientation prior to insertion of the splints Note: The head & feet symbols indicate the correct patient positioning (See Fig. 10). Fig. 10 5. Insert the two splints into the side pockets - one either side of the Canvas Stretcher, ensuring the splints are orientated correctly.
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USE. The Canvas Stretcher must not be used until genuine replacements are obtained. WARNING Check the condition and ensure secure attachment of spigot on the splint prior to lifting. 7. Carefully position the Stature/Presence hoist, with the Oxford Stretcher Adjustment Cradle fitted, above the patient. (see Fig. 14). Fig. 14...
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Oxford ® English Canvas Stretcher 8. Carefully lower the boom of the hoist so that the Stretcher Adjustment Cradle is directly above the patient in a position that the Canvas Stretcher suspension straps can be easily attached to the Stretcher Adjustment Cradle. (see Fig. 15).
12. Once the patient is supported with the stretcher balanced centrally, the patient can be transferred. 5. Cleaning & Maintenance Ensure the following guidelines are adhered to when cleaning your Oxford Canvas Stretcher. Canvas & Straps: • Do not wash with bleach.
If you are in doubt as to where your product was purchased, Joerns Healthcare can trace the supplier if you quote the serial number of the lift. Contact details can be found on the rear cover of this manual.