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Instruction & Maintenance Manual for
1
SLIX 100 Stretcher
SLIX Spinal Splint
& Note on SLIX100XL
Page 2
Slix100XL Bariatric
Page 3-4
Important Information
Page 5
Spinal Splint
Page 8
Spinal Splint
Inspection & Cleaning
Page 9
Slix100
Page 10
Identifying Components
on the Slix100 & Spinal
Page 13
Important Notes about
Roll Up Stretchers
Page 14
Fitting Vertical Haul &
Life Lines
Page 16
Fitting Horizontal
Hauling Strops
Page 18
Notes on Karabiners &
Haul Strops
Page 19
Inspection & Cleaning
Page 20
Storage
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Summary of Contents for ABTECH SAFETY SLIX 100 Stretcher
- Page 1 Fitting Vertical Haul & Life Lines Page 16 Fitting Horizontal Hauling Strops Page 18 Notes on Karabiners & Haul Strops Page 19 Inspection & Cleaning Page 20 Storage Instruction & Maintenance Manual for SLIX 100 Stretcher SLIX Spinal Splint & Note on SLIX100XL...
- Page 2 SIix100XL for Bariatric Patients IMPORTANT INFORMATION THE RED AND BLUE HAUL POINTS ARE THE ONLY LOAD RATED ATTACHMENT POINTS DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POINT ON THE STRETCHER FOR LOAD BEARING Ensure that the tail ends of the Closure Straps are tucked safely inside the stretcher before transport to avoid trip hazard.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT Slix Stretchers should be used by TRAINED PERSONS ONLY PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE SLIX100 It Is the duty of the rescue team to ensure that the casualty is secure at all times and that all ropes, karabiners, slings or any other equipment attached to, or used to lift, the Slix Stretcher is of suitable strength and in good order.
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Page 4: Important, Please Read
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ HAUL AND SECURITY ROPES MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO THE STRETCHER USING THE RED OR BLUE ATTACHMENT EYELETS. NO OTHER PART OF THE STRETCHER OR CLOSURE STRAPS SHOULD BE USED FOR LOAD SUPPORTING. RED AND BLUE ATTACHMENT POINTS ARE RATED AT 400k SWL The individual manufacturer’s instructions on use, care, maintenance and inspection of slings, ropes, mallion rapide's... - Page 5 PART ONE The Slix Spinal Splint Spinal Splints should only be applied by a competent first aider or doctor. For total immobilisation a cervical collar must be used. The Spinal Splint may be used in combination with the Slix Stretcher or on own for horizontal extractions.
- Page 6 Identifying components of the Spinal Splint Head Pocket Closed ™ 1) Head Securing Velcro straps x 2 2) Body Straps x 3 3) Colour Coded Crutch Straps x 2 4) Adjustable Lumbar Pad The Slix Spinal Splint has body conforming sides which allow greater casualty security and comfort.
- Page 7 Applying the Slix Spinal Splint A spinal splint should be applied, by a competent person, whenever spinal injuries are present or suspected. Check at all stages that the casualty is comfortable. The Slix Spinal Splint may be applied to the casualty away from the stretcher and the casualty carried to the stretcher, or the Spinal Splint is attached to the...
- Page 8 Maintenance and Cleaning of the Slix Spinal Splint After each use or practice session the Slix Spinal Splint should be cleaned and inspected for damage by a competent person. It is very important the Spinal Splint and ancillary equipment is stored ready for use in a first class condition.
- Page 9 PART TWO The SIix100 Stretcher The Slix Stretcher may be used to raise or lower a casualty vertically or horizontally. When correctly applied the Slix is a safe, protective stretcher that may be used in the most adverse conditions. The adjustable Closure and Foot loops will accommodate casualty insulation and applied first aid equipment such as leg splints and the Spinal Splint The configuration of the shaft will dictate if the Slix Stretcher can be raised or lowered with the casualty horizontal or vertical but if circumstances allow, for medical considerations, the...
- Page 10 Identifying components of the SIix100 Stretcher & Spinal Splint Vertical Hauling Points Horizontal Hauling Points...
- Page 11 Loading and Securing a casualty into the Slix100 Stretcher The Slix Stretcher is stored and transported in a Carry Bag. Remove the Slix Stretcher from the Carry Bag, undo the securing strap and unroll. It is recommended that the Slix Spinal Splint is used even if no spinal injuries are present or suspected.
- Page 12 Fig A. Rolled up using the Foot Closure Straps to secure Fig B. Laid flat ready to fit the Spinal Splint Fig C. Fig D. Fitting the Foot Loops Secure the Closure Straps – 4 places Fig E. Thread & Adjust Bottom Roll over straps Fig F.
- Page 13 Important Considerations when using Roll Up Stretchers The Slix range of stretchers are 'Roll Up' Horizontal to Vertical Transition. stretchers designed to be used in the most extreme conditions. Shown is a example of rigging to assist in the horizontal - vertical All Roll Up stretchers they are to a degree transition.
- Page 14 Suggested Fitting Of Vertical Haul and Lifelines to the Slix Stretcher Fig. 1. Vertical Haul Lifeline Attach the haul line 'A' to 2 screw gate karabiners with a double fig.'8' knot, (keep bights short), and attach to the Vertical haul points 'S' Tighten the screw gates on the karabiners.
- Page 15 Fitting Vertical Haul Lines to Slix Stretchers Sewn Slings and Karabiners Screwgate Karabiner and Double Fig 8 OR Delta Mallion Rapide Do not use sling or threaded rope as shown as this will cause the head of the stretcher to buckle or fold.
- Page 16 Recommended Fitting of Horizontal Haul and Lifelines to the Slix 100 Stretcher Fig. 1. Note that Horizontal and Vertical Haul Strops Are Now Supplied As Horizontal Haul Lifeline. Sewn Slings to EN795 19978. Attach the Security rope A to the Vertical Haul...
- Page 17 Recommended Fitting of Horizontal Haul Strops to the Slix 100 Stretcher By connecting the legs of the Strop to the same side the load is transferred along the Stretcher, like a shopping bag If the legs of a Strop are connected...
- Page 18 KARABINERS AND HAULING STROPS Notes on Karabiners. Use only karabiners with a gate opening of greater than 20mm. Using smaller karabiners will result in damage to the edge of the stretcher skin. Showing the easy way to fit and remove karabiners.
- Page 19 Inspection and Cleaning of The Slix 100 Stretcher After each use or practice session the Slix 100 stretcher should be cleaned and inspected for damage by a competent person. It is very important the stretcher and ancillary equipment is stored ready for use in a first class condition.
- Page 20 Storage of the Slix 100 Stretcher and Spinal Splint Correct storage is vital to ensure that the Stretcher and Spinal Splint are in first class condition at all times. Refer to Pages 8 and 19 for the correct cleaning and inspection of the units before storing.