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ABARIS Slix100 Instruction & Maintenance Manual

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2015 V1.0
Instruction & Maintenance Manual for
SLIX 100 Stretcher
Slix100
Page 2
Identifying Components
Page 5
Loading of Casualty
Page 6
Importnt Considerations
Page 8
Page 9
Fitting Vertical Haul & Life Lines
Page 11
Fitting Horizontal Hauling Strops
Page 13
Notes on Karabiners & Haul Strops
Page 14
Inspection & Cleaning
Storage
Page 15
Certification
Page 16

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Summary of Contents for ABARIS Slix100

  • Page 1 Slix100 Page 2 Identifying Components Page 5 Loading of Casualty Page 6 Importnt Considerations Page 8 Page 9 Fitting Vertical Haul & Life Lines Page 11 Fitting Horizontal Hauling Strops Page 13 Notes on Karabiners & Haul Strops Page 14 Inspection &...
  • Page 2 If the casualty is not bariatric but requires a wide long board or other medical adjuncts the bariatric stretcher may be the better option. If the casualty is non bariatric’ the SLIX100 is the better option. The Principle is that casualty care and comfort is paramount throughout any extrication journey This is not a manual of First Aid or Rescue techniques.

  • Page 3: 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 (screwed quick links) and karabiners must be followed.
  • Page 4 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 casualty...
  • Page 5 Identifying components of the SIix100 Stretcher & Spinal Splint...
  • Page 6 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 8 Important Considerations when using Roll Up Stretchers Care must be taken when landing a Roll Up The Slix range of stretchers are 'Roll Up' stretcher at the head of a vertical section, stretchers designed to be used in the most particularly when there is low head room.
  • Page 9 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 10 Fitting Vertical Haul Lines to Slix Stretchers...
  • Page 11 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 Sewn Slings Horizontal Haul Lifeline. to EN795 1998. Attach the Security rope A to the Vertical Instructions for attachment and use are the Haul Points 8 using a Double Fig 8 and two same as rope slings.
  • Page 12 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 across the stretcher then the load will compress the casualty Make sure that all karabiners are correctly fitted and...
  • Page 13 Karabiners & 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. Forcing the karabiner into the eyelet will result in damage to the edge of the stretcher skin.
  • Page 14 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. IF ANY CLOSURE OR LIFTING STRAPS HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH ANY CHEMICAL, SOLVENT, ALKALINE, ACID OR ANY CONTAMINANT WHICH MAY DEGRADE POLYETHYLENE, POLYESTER OR NYLON THE STRETCHER AND/OR LIFTING STRAPS MUST NOT BE USED UNDER ANY...
  • Page 15 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 9 and 20 for the correct cleaning and inspection of the units before storing. The Stretcher and Spinal Splint must be stored in the Carry Bag in a dry place that is marked and accessible at all times.