CMC Patient Tie-In System Operating manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ AND SAVE
Patient Tie-In System,
One-Piece Litter
Made in USA
of US and foreign components
USER INFORMATION
User Information shall be provided to the user of the product.
CMC recommends separating the User Information from the
equipment and retaining the information in a permanent record.
CMC also recommends making a copy of the information to keep
with the equipment and that the information should be referred to
before and after each use.
INSPECTION
Inspect the equipment according to your department's policy for
inspecting life safety equipment. Inspect the equipment prior to
entry into service, after each use, and at least once every
12 months. The equipment should be thoroughly inspected by an
inspector that meets your department's training standard for
inspection of life safety equipment. Keep a record of the date,
person performing the inspection and results, as well as the date
of first use, name of users and any other pertinent information
necessary to keep accurate track of the equipment’s usage
history in the equipment log or on a tag that attaches to the
equipment. Each user should be trained in equipment inspection
and should inspect the equipment before each use.
When inspecting the equipment, check the webbing and rope
for cuts, worn or frayed areas, broken fibers, soft or hard spots,
discoloration, or melted fibers. Check the stitching for pulled
threads, abrasion, or breaks. Check the hardware for damage,
sharp edges, and improper operation. If any of the above is noted,
or if the equipment has been subjected to shock loads, fall loads,
or abuse other than normal use, remove the equipment from
service and destroy it. If there is any doubt about the serviceability
of the equipment, remove the equipment from service and destroy
it. The service life of equipment depends greatly on the type of
use and the environment of use. Because these factors vary
greatly, a precise service life of the equipment cannot be
provided. CARRYING, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
During use, carrying and storage keep the equipment away
from acids, alkalis, exhaust emissions, rust and strong chemicals.
Do not expose the equipment to flame or high temperatures.
Carry the equipment where it will be protected as the equipment
could melt or burn and fail if exposed to flame or high tempera-
tures.
If the equipment becomes soiled, it can be washed in cold
water with a mild detergent that is safe for use with nylon and
polyester. Dry out of direct sunlight. Do not dry in an automatic
dryer. Store in a cool, dry location. Do not store where the
equipment may be exposed to moist air, particularly where
dissimilar metals are stored together.
REPAIR
All repair work shall be performed by the manufacturer. All other
work or modifications void the warranty and releases CMC from
all liability and responsibility as the manufacturer.
SAMPLE LOG
The sample log suggests records that should be maintained by
the purchaser of the life safety equipment.
Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Log
Item __________ # __________ Date in Service ____________
Brand/Model _______________ Strength ___________________
Date How Used or Maintained Comments Name
CMC Rescue, Inc.
6740 Cortona Drive, Goleta CA 93117
USA
805-562-9120 / 800-235-5741
cmcpro.com
ISO 9001 Certified
©2018 CMC Control No. 724151.01.012418
WARNING
• SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT FROM THE
IMPROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
• THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFAC-
TURED FOR USE BY EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS
ONLY.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT
PRIOR TRAINING.
• THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL LABELS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
• USE, INSPECT AND REPAIR ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

Set Up
The CMC Patient Tie-In System provides a fast and easy
means of safely securing a subject in a conventional litter. For
optimal results, we recommend that all points be connected to the
lower litter rail. While the adjuster buckle assembly can be
secured to either end of the litter, to eliminate congestion around
the subject’s head we recommend securing the adjuster buckle
assembly at the foot end.
1. Anchor the blue strap at the shoulder by wrapping around the
frame and double-passing through the buckle, Photo #1.
2. Mount the snap with the floating ring and blue web on the
opposite side at about elbow level, Photo #2
3. Mount the fixed ring with the blue web at about hip level, Photo
#3.
4. Mount the second snap with floating ring and blue web at
approximately knee level, Photo #4.
5. Remove any twists in the web, then mount the adjuster buckle
near the patient’s ankle, Photo #5
6. Repeat the process working from the opposite side with the
buckles and rings attached to the red web.
The Patient Tie-In can be stored as shown to keep the webbing
from becoming tangled. Tie off or secure the loose ends with a
rubber band.
Loading the Patient
Prior to placing the subject in the litter, the straps should be
loosened and folded outside the litter rails. After the subject has
been properly placed in the litter simply connect the O-Rings to
the opposing snap hooks, resulting in the web forming
"X-patterns" on the subject’s torso and legs. The straps should
then be pulled snug through the adjuster buckles. Double check
subject comfort and strap placement before continuing with the
operation. If a vertical lift is being performed, consider using the
CMC Patient Tie-In System Pelvic Harness for additional security.
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Plastic Litters
and Toboggans
Use caution if using a litter without
tubular frame members. The litter
manufacturer’s instructions should
be followed and the Patient Tie-In
assembly secured only to structural
load bearing points as shown.