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Chair where specified. Non Ferno parts and service can cause injury. Use only Trapping hazards are unavoidable in the design of this Ferno parts and Ferno approved service on the chair.
Ferno UK. Lubricate 1.4 Symbol Glossary The symbols defined to the right are used on the Chair and/ or in this users’ manual. Ferno uses symbols recognised by the International Standards Organisation (ISO). Product meets UK and EU Standards Instruction: Closing Track Instruction;...
2.0 Intended Use For the purpose of this manual, the Compact 5 Track Chair will be referred to as the Chair and the person being transported on the Chair will be referred to as the patient. The Chair is a handling device designed to transport a patient, in a seated position, on stairs and level ground.
About the Chair 3 - ABOUT THE CHAIR 3.0 General Specifications Most general specifications below are rounded to the nearest whole number. For more information, contact Ferno Customer Service (page 2). Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
4 - QUICK SET-UP GUIDE 4.0 Unfolding the Chair For the purpose of this guide, the Compact 5 Track Chair will be referred to as the Chair and the person being transported on the Chair will be referred to as the patient.
Compact 5 Track Chair Operating the Chair 4 - QUICK SET-UP GUIDE 4.0 Unfolding the Chair (cont.) 4. Once the patient has been seated comfortably in the chair pull down the foot rest and place their feet on to it.
Operating the Chair Compact 5 Track Chair 4 - QUICK SET-UP GUIDE 4.2 Folding the Chair Before folding the chair for storage ensure that the foot rest and armrests are in the up position and that all handles are not extended.
Check that the upholstery is correctly secured to the frame. • Check that all restraints are present and functioning correctly. If in any doubt then contact a Ferno Service Engineer. Regular cleaning helps reduce the risk of transmitting disease and enables the equipment to function at its optimum.
To Unfold Foot Rest – Pull the foot plate downwards into the correct position. 5.6 Compact 5 Track Chair Wheels The Chair is fitted with two large braked wheels to the rear and twin wheeled castors at the front of the chair below the foot plate.
Guidelines for using the track system • Using the Chair on stairs requires a minimum of two trained operators. Ferno recommends using a third person as a “spotter” (see, using the Chair on Stairs), wherever possible. •...
Operating the Chair Compact 5 Track Chair 6 - OPERATING PROCEDURE GUIDELINES 6.0 General Information IMPORTANT Always inform the patient before a manoeuvre. IMPORTANT Chair operation requires a minimum of: • Two trained operators when the Chair is being used to transport a patient on stairs.
Keep the load limit of the Chair in mind when working with a heavy patient. If it suspected that the load limit has been ● exceeded then a full inspection of the Chair should be conducted, preferably by a Ferno Service Technician. Operators must take extra precautions when operating the Chair on uneven ground.
Operating the Chair Compact 5 Track Chair 6 - OPERATING PROCEDURE GUIDELINES 6.1 Moving the Chair • Place the patient on the Chair using local protocols for patient handling. Ensure that the patient is seated with their back fully against the back panel and their head securely positioned within the head pad before deploying the patient restraints.
Compact 5 Track Chair Operating the Chair 6 - OPERATING PROCEDURE GUIDELINES 6.4 Using the Chair Up-Stairs Once the patient is seated on the Chair and restrained, adjust the upper handle into a position that is comfortable for your height. (See Section 5.2 on Upper Handle). The upper handle position can be changed to provide a better hand grip.
8.1 Disinfection & Cleaning Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for application method and contact time. Ferno recommends you inspect the Chair for damage as you clean and disinfect it. 1. Remove the chest restraint, Track and any accessories.
Compact 5 Track Chair Maintenance 8 - CARE OF THE COMPACT 5 TRACK CHAIR 8.2 Lubricating the Chair Disinfect and clean the Chair before applying lubricant. Use the lubricants designated below to lubricate the Chair. Do not lubricate points marked with the “do not lubricate” symbol.
Compact 5 Track Chair Maintenance 8 - CARE OF THE COMPACT 5 TRACK CHAIR 8.4 Inspecting the Chair INSPECTION CHECKLIST Have your service’s equipment maintenance technicians inspect the Chair regularly. Follow the checklist below and Are all components present? ●...
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