Ferno NeoMate 679 User Manual page 7

4.1 Before Placing the NeoMate in Service
• Personnel who will work with the NeoMate need to read this
manual and practice using the NeoMate.
• Confirm that the NeoMate operates properly. Follow
instructions in Inspecting the NeoMate, page 11.
4.2 General Guidelines for Use
• Medical advice is beyond the parameters of this manual.
• It is the NeoMate users' responsibility to ensure safe
practices for the patient and themselves.
• It is the responsibility of the qualified Emergency
Medical Service personnel to assess the patient's
condition and determine the proper equipment and
procedures to use.
• Follow standard emergency patient-handling procedures
when using the NeoMate.
• Stay with the patient at all times.
• Always use the patient harness.
• Use the NeoMate only when all elements are in good
working order.
• Use the NeoMate only with the approved cot models
listed on page 5.
• Never use the NeoMate in a captain's chair or front seat
of an ambulance.
• Never use the NeoMate as an immobilization device or
as part of an immobilization system.
• If the NeoMate is in use at the time of a vehicular
accident, remove the NeoMate from service and replace
it.
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Using The NeoMate
4 - USING THE NEOMATE
WARNING
Improper application can cause injury. Apply the NeoMate
only as described in this manual.
WARNING
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
WARNING
Secure and snug all straps. Unsecured or loose straps
may allow movement and result in injury or death of the
patient.
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