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- Page 1 User Manual Paraguard® Excel Stretcher Read this Manual FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK and Retain for Stock Code 2003-0037 Future Reference...
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Page 2: Ferno Contact Information
The information and design disclosed herein are the property of Paraguard® is a registered trade design of Irvin-GQ Ltd., British Irvin-GQ Ltd and Ferno (UK) Ltd. Irvin-GQ Ltd and Ferno (UK) Ltd designed and manufactured. reserve all patent rights, proprietary design rights, manufacturing... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1.1 Warning _______________________________ 4 Figure 2 - Unit Identi cation ___________________________7 Important ______________________________ 4 Figure 3 - Removing the Paraguard® from Valise ___________9 Safety Alerts ___________________________ 4 Figure 4 - Preparing the Paraguard® for use ______________9 1.4 Precautions of Safety _____________________ 4... -
Page 4: Safety Information
Safety alerts identify potential hazards to avoid. The following safety alerts appear in this manual: WARNING Improper use of the Paraguard® can cause injury. Use the Paraguard® only for the purpose described in this manual. Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured. -
Page 5: Introduction
Any other use or application of this product becomes the complete responsibility of the owner/user. Retain this manual for future reference and include it with the Paraguard® Excel Rescue Stretcher in the event of transfer to new owners/users. -
Page 6: Warranty
2.2.2 Limitation of Liability If a product or part is proven to be defective, Ferno will repair or replace it. At our option, we will refund the product’s purchase price. In no event is Ferno liable for more than the selling price of the product. The purchaser accepts these terms in lieu of all damages. -
Page 7: Technical Speci Cation
* All dimensions are approximate. Load limit is total weight distributed in accordance with basic human anatomy proportions. Users must consider the weight of the casualty, equipment and accessories when determining the total load on the Paraguard® Excel Rescue Stretcher. Ferno reserves the right to change speci cations without notice. -
Page 8: Pre-Requirements
Use help when needed to ensure casualty and emergency/rescue personnel safety. 3.1.3 Using Additional Help Two trained emergency/rescue personnel are needed to e ectively use the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher. When using additional help, emergency/rescue personnel should maintain control of the stretcher while directing helpers. -
Page 9: Preparing The Stretcher For Use
Figure 3 - Removing the Paraguard® from Valise 1. Remove the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher from the valise and lay the Paraguard® Excel on the ground, poles uppermost. 2. Unbuckle the blue, red, yellow and grey straps, open the body aps and move the green arm harness strap to the sides. -
Page 10: Securing The Casualty
3.4 Securing the Casualty 1. Using recognised patient handling techniques to move the casualty, position the person on the Paraguard® Excel such that their armpits are just above the cut-outs in the top of the upper body aps. -
Page 11: Figure 12 - Securing Green Arm Straps
7. Secure the casualty’s feet by passing the BLACK strap over the legs, round under the instep and back over the legs as shown below. The casualty is now securely located in the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher, ready for evacuation. Figure 14 - Securing foot restraint 1... -
Page 12: Carrying The Casualty To Safety
3.6.2 Using the Slot-In Carrying Handles 1. These carrying handles are tted by pushing them onto the main Paraguard® poles at each end. See Figure 21. 2. The carrying handles should be pushed on until the spring-loaded plungers engage. Figure 21 - Using Slot-In Carrying Handles WARNING Improper use can cause injury. -
Page 13: Using The Shoulder Harness
2. Position the casualty on the sheet and wrap the casualty inside using the hook and loop fastening enclo- sures provided. 3. Place the casualty on the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher as shown in Figure 23. Figure 23 - Using Foul Weather Sheet 3.7 Packing the Paraguard®... -
Page 14: Routine Inspection And Maintenance
Paraguard Excel Stretcher 4 ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.1 Routine Inspection The Paraguard® Excel Rescue Stretcher requires regular inspection to maintain the safety and performance of the stretcher. Clean and inspect the stretcher as described in this section. 4.1.1 Cleaning After use: The stretcher base cushioned pads are removable to aid cleaning. - Page 15 • Check for rips, tears and holes If the Paraguard® Excel is damaged in any way, take it out of service until it has been repaired or replaced as necessary. WARNING Improper maintenance can cause injury and unpredictable operation. Maintain the Paraguard®...
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Page 16: Repair & Service
4 ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.2 Repair and Service A damaged stretcher should be returned immediately to Ferno UK for repair. (See sections 2.2 - 2.2.4). Contact your dealer or the Ferno UK Sales Department at: F erno (UK) Limited... -
Page 17: Training Record
Paraguard Excel Stretcher 4.4 Training Record Training Date Training Method Trainee Name Basic Refresher Owner's Manual, In-Service, Formal, Training Update Class etc.. FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK... - Page 18 Paraguard Excel Stretcher FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK...
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Page 19: Inspection Record
Paraguard Excel Stretcher 4.5 Inspection Record Date Inspection Operation Preformed FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK... - Page 20 Paraguard Excel Stretcher FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK...
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Page 21: Maintenance Record
Paraguard Excel Stretcher 4.6 Maintenance Record Date Maintenance Operation Preformed (Reason for maintenance if necessary) FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK... - Page 22 Paraguard Excel Stretcher FERNO/MAN/0721/133-R06/UK...