Specific Warnings - Promeba STRETCHER Series User Manual

USER GUIDE // STRETCHER SERIES PC900
First edition: 2021/05
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INTRODUCTION

01.10 Specific warnings

1. Establish a maintenance program and periodic testing, identifying a reference employee. The person to
whom the ordinary maintenance of the device is entrusted must ensure the basic requirements foreseen by
the manufacturer in the user's manual.
2. Use only accessories/spare parts that are original or approved by Promeba, S.L. when carrying out any
operation, to avoid causing any alteration or modification to the device, otherwise we assume no responsi-
bility for the proper functioning or damage resulting from device to the patient or the operator and warran-
ty will be considered void.
3. Always respect the maximum capacity of the device, as indicated in this user's manual. Maximum load
capacity means the total weight distributed according to the human anatomy. In determining the load of
the total weight on the product, the operator must consider the weight of the patient, the equipment and
the accessories. Moreover, the operator must consider that the overall dimensions of the patient do not
reduce the functionality of the device.
4. Ride with extreme care and avoiding potholes as much as possible when the stretcher is loaded with a
weight greater than 180kg.
5. Never leave the patient unassisted on the device, because he may be injured.
6. Do not use bleach to disinfect the product. Use a hydroalcoholic based disinfectant and wash with water.
7. The device and all its components, after washing, should be allowed to dry completely before storing.
8. Lubrication must be carried out after cleaning and complete drying.
9. Avoid contact with sharp objects.
10. Do not use the device if it is pierced, torn or frayed.
11. Make sure, before lifting, that the operators have a firm grip on the device.
12. Avoid pulling the device on rough surfaces.
13. The device is a stretcher for patients transport and cannot be used as a stationing device.
14. First practice with an empty stretcher in order to get used to the way in which the stretcher maneuvers.
15. For the use of the device, one operator in suitable physical conditions is needed, with strength, balance,
coordination, and common sense and must be trained on the correct functioning of the device Promeba,
S.L. stretcher.
16. For particularly heavy patient loading and for rescue operations on steep terrain or in unusual circum-
stances, the presence of more operators is recommended (not just one as required under standard condi-
tions).
17. Before each use check the integrity of the belts and their hooks, as specified in the user's manual. In case
of malfunction or damage that may compromise the function and safety of the device, patient or operator,
it is necessary to replace the belts.
18. Make sure the belts are properly fastened to the frame of the stretcher.
19. Always immobilize the patient, using the belts; lack of immobilization may cause serious damage.
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