Ferno Viper Stretcher Instructions For Use Manual

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Page 1 Viper Stretcher Read this Manual and Retain for Future Reference Instructions for Use May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 2: Proprietary Notice
140 00 Prague, Czech Republic Limited Warranty Statement The products sold by Ferno are covered by a limited warranty, which is printed on all Ferno invoices. The complete terms and conditions of the limited warranty, and the limitations of liability and disclaimers, are also available upon request by calling your local Ferno distributor or Ferno at 1.800.733.3766 or 1.937.382.1451.
Page 3: Safety Information
VIPER stretcher to avoid pinch points. Failure to load the stretcher within the loading height range can cause injury or serious damage to the product.
Page 4: Symbol Glossary
VIPER 1.4 Symbol Glossary The symbols defined here are used on the stretcher and/or in this manual. Ferno uses symbols recognized by the International Standards Organization (ISO), American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the emergency medical services industry. Symbol Definition General warning of potential injury Pinch point.
Page 5: Safety And Instruction Labels
Knee gatch adjusting 1.6 Compliance When properly installed and used with appropriate Ferno products, the stretcher meets or exceeds the following specifications and standards listed below. Standards and specifications are updated periodically. Current standards are available from these organizations. STANDARDS MET IP66: Ingress Protection rating.
Page 6: Operator Focus
LIFT-ASSIST: Under extreme loads, the operators may need to ● provide lift-assistance. Use additional trained helpers if needed. See “Using Additional Help” on page 7. LOAD: The overall weight placed on, or attached to, the stretcher ● (patient plus equipment). © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 7: Operator Height And Strength
320 kg has been exceeded. See “Inspecting the circumstances. Follow local protocols. 50 st Stretcher” on page 30. Ferno recommends helpers work in pairs to help maintain ● stretcher balance from side to side Using Additional Help when Available Helpers...
Page 8: About The Stretcher
3 - ABOUT THE STRETCHER 3.1 Description WARNING The Ferno® VIPER Stretcher is an emergency patient-handling device Improper use of the stretcher can cause injury. Use the designed to transport a patient in a ground-based ambulance. stretcher only for the purpose described in this manual.
Page 9: General Specifications
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0A General specifications are rounded. Metric conversions are calculated before rounding. Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Stretcher height is distance from the ground to the patient surface at the seat panel. Weight includes battery but without SX cotsides, leg knee contour, mattress, patient restraints, or any optional features.
Page 10: Features And Options
4 - FEATURES AND OPTIONS p.17 MATTRESS LEG PLATFORM p.14 p.12 HEIGHT CONTROL BUTTONS RELEASE BUTTON p.12 MANUAL OVERRIDE HANDLE p.26 p.13 INDICATOR LIGHTS DIRECTIONAL WHEEL LOCK p.19 p.19 WHEEL BRAKE LOCK (2) Control End © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 12 To use the manual override system, see “Manual Override” section on page 26. Use additional trained helpers as needed. See “Using Additional Help” on page 7. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 13 The integrated 37 V battery is a rechargeable battery with capacity Improper charging can cause injury and damage. Charge of 5000 mAh and a battery management system (BMS) to extend the battery only with an approved adapter and Ferno its life. charger or integrated charging system (ICS).
Page 14 Leg positioning platform is designed to carry the weight of patient’s legs. Patient must not sit on this part of the stretcher (especially when elevated) to avoid damage of gas spring and subsequent potential injury. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 15 Squeeze the control handle toward the backrest frame to unlock the backrest (Figure 7), then raise or lower the backrest to the desired position. Release the control handle to lock the backrest. Fasten and adjust the restraints after changing positions. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 16 (fully in or out). WARNING Loading the stretcher to ambulance with telescoping frame retracted can cause injury and damage. Make sure the telescoping frame is always fully extended and locked before loading. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 17 • To Attach: Lower the backrest and/or leg positioning platform. Place the mattress on VELCRO® pads (Figure 12). • To Remove: Disconnect the VELCRO® pads with both hands and remove the mattress. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 18 VIPER 4.3 Stretcher Monobloc Frame The Viper stretcher is raised and lowered using a hydraulic system, used also to extend and retract the legs when loading and unloading on the Viper Loading System (VLS). The stretcher has a 320 kg (705 lb) load capacity, the VLS rated at 400 kg.
Page 19 To unlock, press the opposite end of the lever to disengage and allow 360° swivelling of the head-end wheels. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 20: Using The Stretcher
(maximum 30 minutes) even in very low temperatures down to -30 °C. The system is equipped with a thermal fuse that protects important product components from damage due to low or high temperatures. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 21 Together, extend the stretcher to the desired height and hold the stretcher at that position. Both Operators/Trained Helpers: Slowly lower your hands to verify the stretcher has stabilized at the new position. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 22: Transferring The Patient
Before rolling the stretcher or changing its position, confirm sheets and other articles will not interfere with stretcher operation, unlock the wheel locks, and adjust the stretcher height as needed. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 23: Rolling The Stretcher
Direct trained helpers where to stand and how to hold the stretcher. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 24 If the ambulance is parked on an uneven surface, the operators may need to extend the legs higher than normal loading height to allow the stretcher to lock into the VIPER Loading System. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 25 Stretcher” on page 25. WARNING Do not press the release button before the legs touch the ground and stop automatically. Failure to do so can cause injury or serious damage to the product. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 26: Manual Override
(Figure (26). Control-End Operator: Release the manual override handle to lock the stretcher at the desired height. Both Operators/Trained Helpers: Slowly lower your hands to confirm the stretcher has stabilized at the new position. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 27 Note that since the stretcher will not be at the normal height as when unloading under power, make sure to support the stretcher at head-end at both sides when taking off the loading arm as there will be a slight drop when removing off. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 28: Maintenance Schedule
Do not lubricate the upper or lower sliding actuator bearings. As those parts, resulting in damage. needed, clean only with soap and water. Rinse well to remove any soap residue. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 29: Disinfecting And Cleaning The Mattress
6.7 Disinfecting the Stretcher Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for application method and contact time. Ferno recommends you inspect the stretcher for damage as you disinfect it. 6.8 Cleaning the Stretcher Remove the patient restraints, mattress and any accessories.
Page 30: Inspecting The Stretcher
Is the ambulance properly prepared for the stretcher with a VIPER Loading System installed? Do installed accessories operate properly without ● interfering with stretcher operation? ● Are contacts of integrated charging system clean and make a good connection? © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 31 Before returning the stretcher to service: Turn on the stretcher by pressing the main switch button. Fully charge battery. Have your service’s equipment maintenance personnel inspect the stretcher. See “Inspecting the Stretcher” on page © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 32: Patient Restraints
To remove the restraint, unbuckle the restraint. Feed the buckle (or tang) through the loop, and remove the loop from the stretcher. WARNING An unrestrained patient can be injured. Use properly- installed patient restraints to secure the patient on the stretcher. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 33 To shorten a strap: Hold the hemmed tab and pull the webbing through the male buckle/tang until the strap is the desired length. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 34: Initial Setup
To comply with shipping regulations, the stretcher is shipped with less than a 30% charge in the battery. Charge the battery using only a Ferno battery charger or by securing the stretcher in a properly-connected and powered VIPER Loading System with a Integrated Charging System.
Page 35 VIPER 8 - ACCESSORIES Ferno offers a full line of accessories approved for use with the WARNING stretcher. Follow all instructions in accessory users’ manuals. Keep the instructions with this manual. Attaching improper items to the stretcher can cause injury. Use only Ferno-approved items on the stretcher.
Page 36: Parts And Service
In the United States and Canada, to order parts or for professional Improper parts and service can cause injury. Use only repair, contact EMSAR® – the only agent authorized by Ferno to Ferno parts and Ferno-approved service on the stretcher.
Page 37: Communication Equipment
A No deviations from the requirements of IEC 60601-1-2 ed. 4 Voltage fluctuations / Flicker suits No other measures are known to maintain basic safety based emissions / IEC 61000-3-3 on EMC phenomena. © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...
Page 38: Training Record
VIPER TRAINING RECORD Training Method Trainer Date Printed Name Signature Read Video/ Initials Hands-On Manual Online © Ferno / May 2023, Rev 1...

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