If the stretcher is damaged or faulty it must be taken out of use with immediate effect and the fault reported to Anetic Aid, your authorised dealer NOTE: or maintenance department. The stretcher must not be used until the damage or fault has been repaired.
If the stretcher is damaged or faulty it must be taken out of use with immediate effect and the fault reported to Anetic Aid, your authorised dealer or maintenance department. The stretcher must not be used until the damage or fault has been repaired.
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Incompatible mattresses can create hazards; only replace the mattress with a new mattress supplied by Anetic Aid, or your authorised dealer, to ensure compatibility in accordance with BS EN 60601-2-52:2010+A1:2015. Disinfectant products are corrosive in nature; failure to properly wash and dry the stretcher surfaces could leave a corrosive residue which may cause damage to the stretcher.
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Product Specifications QA3 Patient Stretcher QA3 Emergency Stretcher Key to Fig. 1 (and build options) (and build options) Ø150mm Ø200mm Ø150mm Ø200mm Castor Diameter (5.9”) (7.9”) (5.9”) (7.9”) NOTE: Ø150mm are the standard option, Ø200mm is a build option. Height range (all stretchers): 475mm 520mm 535mm...
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50kPa to 106kPa Environmental regulatory information; WEEE, waste batteries, etc.: For the latest information about Anetic Aid’s environmental policy, WEEE policy, and the safe disposal of this product, please refer to our website. NOTE: All dimensions quoted are subject to the following tolerances; angles ±5°, lengths and widths ±25mm, depths ±10mm.
Product Functions DRIVE Assist Product Functions (21112, 21114, 21122 and 21124) Key to Fig. 4 - See Fig. 2 Patient Stretcher specification for standard features. Fold-away DRIVE assist Pushing Handles. Fixed DRIVE assist Pushing Handles. Charging Socket. Head End User Interface, see Fig. 13 in Section 19 for more details. Used on DRIVE Patient Stretcher (21112), DRIVE Emergency Stretcher (21122).
Product Functions Powered Product Functions (21114, 21116, 21124 and 21126) Key to Fig. 5 - See Fig. 2 Patient Stretcher specification for standard features. Head End User Interface, see Fig. 14 in Section 19 for more details. Used on DRIVE Powered Patient Stretcher (21114), DRIVE Powered Emergency Stretcher (21124).
Product Functions Ophthalmic Product Functions (21118) Key to Fig.6 - See Fig. 2 Patient Stretcher specification for standard features, and See Fig. 5 Powered Product specification for powered functions. Trendelenburg Actuation Levers; there are two levers, one on the patient left hand side of the trolley, and one on the patient right hand side.
Manual Functions Introduction to Manual Functions This section of the document gives a description of product functions that are manually operated, and how to use them. Some of the manual functions are common across the product range, and are relevant to DRIVE, DRIVE Powered and Powered Stretchers. Height Adjustment The height of the patient platform is adjusted by using either of the raise and lower pedals (item 5, Fig.2).
Manual Functions When the IV pole is in use, the weight of the side rail is increased and the side rail may lower more quickly. Keep a firm grip on the side rail as it lowers to NOTES: control its movement; see Section 16, ‘Using the Transfusion Pole’, for details on the maximum weight for the IV pole.
Manual Functions 16. Using the Transfusion Pole The Patient Stretcher is supplied with one fixed transfusion pole fitted into the patient’s left hand side rail (item 8, Fig. 2). The Emergency Stretcher is fitted with two fixed transfusion poles, one on each side rail. To use the transfusion pole, as illustrated in Fig.
Manual Functions CAUTION: When folding the transfusion pole away ensure that it is fully retracted and returned to its storage position within the side rail; failure to do this may cause the pole to get caught on obstructions when pushing the stretcher.
Manual Functions 18. Using the Dual-articulating Head Positioner (QA3 Ophthalmic Trolley only) The stretcher is designed to allow for different head section options to be fitted; the image below shows the ‘Dual-articulating Head Positioner’ (see Section 45. Product Accessories, for optional head sections). To remove the head section, lift the release handle Fig.
DRIVE Assist Function Introduction to DRIVE Assist This section of the document explains what DRIVE assist means, and how to use it. The stretcher incorporates a motorised 5 wheel, the ‘DRIVE wheel’. The assistance the DRIVE wheel provides is to help reduce the pushing and pulling forces required to start and stop the stretcher, and the force required in motion;...
DRIVE Assist Function DRIVE Assist Handle Calibration When the stretcher is switched on, the system status indicator (item 2, Fig. 13) will flash for 1-3 seconds indicating that the DRIVE handles are calibrating. The indicator will turn solid green when calibration is successful and another short beep will sound; the DRIVE handles are now active.
DRIVE Assist Function WARNING: Do not stow the fold-away handles when driving, or whilst DRIVE assist is active. Ensure the brakes are engaged before stowing the fold-away handles. WARNING: When leaving a patient unattended, always switch off the DRIVE assist function and apply the brakes. DRIVE Assist Handle Deactivation &...
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DRIVE Assist Function of standstill, the wheel brake will disengage to allow the stretcher to be manoeuvred without using the DRIVE handles. If you release the stretcher on flat ground, the DRIVE wheel brake will slow the stretcher to a stop within a few metres. ...
Powered Functions Introduction to Powered Functions This section of the document gives a description of product functions that are electrically Powered and button operated, and how to operate them. Powered features are available on the following stretchers; Powered Patient Stretcher (21116), Powered Emergency Stretcher (21126), DRIVE Powered Patient Stretcher (21114) and DRIVE Powered Emergency Stretcher (21124), Ophthalmic Stretcher (21118).
Powered Functions Using the Emergency Stop Button The emergency stop button is located at the foot end of the stretcher beneath the user interface, see (A) in Fig. 17. The emergency stop button is used to deactivate all of the powered functions in the unlikely event of a powered function auto-actuating.
Identification) to identify that an 800mm wide mattress must be fitted. WARNING: Incompatible mattresses can create hazards; only replace the mattress with a new mattress supplied by Anetic Aid, or your authorised dealer, to ensure compatibility in accordance with BS EN 60601-2-52:2010.
Common Product Information Judith Waterlow The mattress is rated as medium to high risk and suitable for the Score majority of patients up to 23 hours. It is important to remain aware of individual patient needs, and standard nursing practices must always apply for patients immobile or at high risk of pressure sores.
Anetic Aid or their approved distributor. Anetic Aid will repair or replace, at their discretion, any components found to be defective or at variance with the manufacturer’s specification within this time at...
Common Product Information 45. Label Identification The following list is a description of all the labels used on the stretcher; Serial number label. Maximum patient weight limit is 320kg (705.5lbs), and the stretcher safe working load is 320kg (705.5lbs). Depress the brake pedal to brake all four castors.
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Common Product Information Pull up on the Trendelenburg actuation lever to adjust the patient platform angle. The IV pole must be fully inserted into the mounting socket to be locked into the vertical position. The maximum weight per hook is 3kg (6.6lbs) and the safe working load for the IV pole is 6kg (13.2lbs).
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Common Product Information The screen printed Anetic Aid brand logo with multiple information symbols; ‘K8 Pressure Care’ technology, CE marked, refer to the instructions for use, UKCA, mattress is x-ray translucent, latex free, compliant Fire Crib Test BS7177:2008 for medium hazard.
Product Accessories The monitor shelf frame can be fitted with two transfusion poles (catalogue no. 21152- B1) as a factory fitted option. The height of the transfusion pole is adjusted by releasing the thumb lock (D), lifting the pole to the desired height, and retightening the thumb lock.
Quick Debugging Guide for DRIVE Assist & Powered Functions 50. Quick Debugging Guide for DRIVE Assist In case your DRIVE assist system fails to perform as expected, follow these steps; 50.1. Check if the system is switched on; the system switches off automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity.
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Quick Start Guide for DRIVE Assist This ‘quick start guide’ is intended to help you use the DRIVE assist function in a few simple steps. However, it is advisable that the full Instructions for Use are read thoroughly before using the equipment. Engage the DRIVE wheel;...
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