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LOADING USING MANUAL OVERRIDE
To load the stretcher into an ambulance without stretcher power,
follow the loading instructions in this manual, with the following
differences:
1.
Both Operators/Trained Helpers: Adjust the stretcher to
loading height position using. See "Extending or retracting" in
manual override mode on page 26.
2.
Both Operators/Trained Helpers: Roll the stretcher towards
the ambulance until the stretcher locks into the VIPER Loading
System (Figure 27). Confirm the stretcher is secure by pulling
it slightly outwards from the ambulance.
3.
Both Operators/Trained Helpers: Lift the stretcher slightly
to lift the weight off the leg locking mechanism.
4.
Control-End Operator: Pull and hold the manual override
handle.
5.
Loading-End Operator: Hold the undercarriage lower frame
by the longitudinal beams so that the fingers rest on the outer
surfaces (Figure 28).
6.
Loading-End Operator: Raise the undercarriage as far as it
will go to ensure to unlock the arm of VIPER Loading System
to allow the stretcher to be loaded in.
7.
Complete the loading procedure as described in this manual
for loading.
8.
Control-End Operator: Release the manual override handle.
UNLOADING USING MANUAL OVERRRIDE
To unload it from an ambulance, follow the unloading instructions
in this manual, with the following differences:
1.
Control-end Operator: Push the red release handle (P) on the
VIPER Loading System.
2.
Both Operators/Trained Helpers: As per normal procedure,
holding the stretcher frame with both hands, roll the stretcher
out of the ambulance until it stops and the mechanical spring
slightly holds the stretcher in the unloading position (Figure
24). The spring does not provide sufficient protection against
reverse movement. Always hold the stretcher firmly in the
unloading position.
3.
Control-End Operator: Pull and hold the manual back-
up handle. The legs will extend and stop once they touch
the ground. Keep holding the manual back-up handle for 3
seconds.
4.
Control-end Operator: Press the release button to disengage
the stretcher from the VIPER Loading System.
5.
Complete the unloading procedure as described in this
manual.
6.
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.
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VIPER
Never put your fingers in the sliding grooves, there is a
risk of injury.
WARNING
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