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- Page 1 H YDRAULIC S UR G I- ST R E TCHE R 578 M O D E LS 57 8E YEST ( STA NDA R D W I DTH ) & 578EYXST ( W I D E WI DT H ) OPERATING MANUAL SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.
- Page 2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION — A WORD FROM GF HEALTH PRODUCTS, INC...................... 3 INDICATIONS FOR USE ................................3 SERVICE INFORMATION ................................. 3 ADVISORY ....................................3 LIST OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ............................. 4 SIGNIFICANCE OF SAFETY STATEMENTS ............................ 4 DANGER / WARNING / CAUTION / NOTICE SUMMARY ...................... 4 WARNING —...
- Page 3 INTRODUCTION — A WORD FROM GF HEALTH PRODUCTS, INC. This manual contains important information on proper use and maintenance of the Hausted Surgi- Stretcher. All personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment must carefully review and comply with the warnings, cautions and instructions contained in this manual. These instructions are important to protect the health and safety of personnel operating model 578 and should be retained in a conveniently accessible area for quick reference.
- Page 4 LIST OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS IMPORTANT: Before using the 578 Surgi-Stretcher, please read and adhere to the following safety precautions and warnings. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or damage to the Stretcher. Always consult your healthcare professional to determine safe methods most suitable for your individual abilities.
- Page 5 DANGER / WARNING / CAUTION / NOTICE Summary The following is a listing of the safety precautions which must be observed when operating and servicing this equipment. These precautions are repeated (in whole or in part), where applicable, throughout the manual. WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Personal Injury WARNING: LACERATION HAZARD —...
- Page 6 UNCRATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT — REPORT ANY SHIPPING DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY: WARNING Inform shipper of any damage — leave carton intact. Leave equipment in the receiving area until inspection is complete. NOTICE — POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE: s NOTICE: The crate contains fragile, expensive medical equipment. Uncrate and handle carefully.
- Page 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SURGI-STRETCHER SPECIFICATIONS Info: All dimensions, unless otherwise specified, are in inches. All dimensions are ±.375. GF Health Products, Inc. reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Model Hydraulic Standard Width Hydraulic Wide Width 578EYEST 578EYXST Height Range: High 32 in [81 cm] 24 in [61 cm] Height Range: Low...
- Page 8 FEATURES, WARNINGS AND PROPER OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS — CAUTIONS AND PROPER OPERATION (See Diagram on following page) WARNING: Do not sit on end — tipping may occur. A. WARNING: The stretchers have a warning label located at the head end stating: Maximum patient weight 500 lb (226 kg) EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.
- Page 9 BRAKING AND STEERING OPERATION 3.3.1 Applying the Brakes Activate the four wheel central braking system by depressing the red pedal at any of the four corners of the unit (Figure 3-1) to approximately 45°. All four caster wheels should then be locked from swiveling and rotating.
- Page 10 STRETCHER TOP HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT s NOTICE: Do not stand on the pedals. 3.4.1 Height Adjustment Press the pump pedal to the fl oor (Figure 3-4), then release. Repeat this process until desired FIGURE 3-4 height is reached. Use smooth strokes on the pedal to ensure patient comfort.
- Page 11 BACKREST / KNEE FLEX OPERATION 3.5.1 Raising the Backrest / Knee Flex To elevate the backrest or knee fl ex, fl ip the crank handle upward and rotate the crank handle clockwise. When the desired position is reached, stop the rotating motion and return the crank handle to its original position (Figure 3-8).
- Page 12 PATIENT RAIL OPERATION WARNING: ALWAYS ensure the rail is locked in position before leaving the patient unattended. 3.6.1 Raising the Rail Grasp the rail top cap in the middle of the rail (Figure 3-9) and lift. 3.6.2 Half Height Grasp the rail and lift the red trigger under the litter top (Figure 3-9) while lowering the rail.
- Page 13 EYE HEADREST 3.7.1 Pre-Op / Post-Op Head Extension — Pushbar To remove the head extension, rotate both knobs on the extension ends counterclockwise (Figure 3-10). With both knobs loosened, pull out on the extension. To install the extension, slide the extension tube ends over the Fowler pins, Figure 3-10 push the extension all the way onto the pins, then tighten both knobs (Figure 3-10) on the extension...
- Page 14 3.8 PERMANENTLY MOUNTED IV ROD STAINLESS STEEL OPERATION BAG HOOK Refer to Figure 3-15 on Right WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD — Ensure IV Rod is inserted completely into SCREW COLLAR socket up to the arrow before applying any load. LARGE SCREW COLLAR 3.8.1 Putting IV Rod in up position 1.
- Page 15 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR THE USER Component Cleaning Procedure Schedule Cleaning Agent * Special Notes Pads / Wipe with damp cloth to Routine hospital grade Use only medium Mattresses remove any foreign material disinfectants, soap and strength cleaners water Do not steam clean or After pressure wash each...
- Page 16 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Universal Accessories H000E1700 IV Rod, 42" Fixed Height H000018 IV Rod, Telescoping Stainless 27" to 50" Height 2-Section with Holder HSA400700 Surgical Accessories Rail - Pair HSA400500 Surgical Armboard with 1" Pad (Includes Surgical Support Rails) H000012 Safety Strap with Buckle HAPC01200 Safety Strap, Hook and Loop HSA400600...
- Page 17 GF HEALTH PRODUCTS, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR HAUSTED BRAND STRETCHERS AND CHAIRS SCOPE OF WARRANTY GF Health Products, Inc. (“GF”) warrants to the original purchaser only that it will replace or repair components, at GF’s sole discretion, that are defective in material or workmanship under normal use and service. All warranties are conditioned upon the proper use of the products strictly in accordance with good commercial practice and applicable GF instructions and manuals, including proper use and maintenance.
- Page 18 DISPOSAL AND KEY TO SYMBOLS DISPOSAL Hausted equipment and accessories can be disposed of. We recommend disassembling and dividing the equipment and components into diff erent waste groups such as: metal, cable, electronic, recoverable resource and plastic for recycling or combustion.
- Page 19 INDEX Accessories, optional, list 16 Safety statements, significance of 4 Advisory 4 Service information 3 A word from GF Health Products, Inc. 3 Stretcher top adjustment 10 Surgi-stretcher specifications 9 Symbol key, Hausted product labels 18 Brakes, releasing 9 Brakes, steering, applying 9 Brakes, steering, releasing 9 Trendelenburg adjustment 10 Braking and steering operation 9...
- Page 20 Manufactured By: GF Health Products, Inc. 1 Graham-Field Way, Atlanta, GA 30340 Made in USA +1 770.368.4700 © 2024, GF Health Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Hausted is a registered trademark of GF Health Products, Inc. The most current and complete product information can be found on our website.
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