Ferno TRACLITE FWE531-150 User manual

FWE531-175 / FWE531-150 Ferno TRACLITE
Stair Chair
Users’ Instructions
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FWE531-175
TRACLITE with 175mm wheels
FWE531-150
TRACLITE with 150mm wheels

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1  SAFETY INFORMATION
Ferno Australia
11 Johnstone Road, Brendale, Queensland 4500, Australia
Tel: [phone] / Email: [e-mail]
USERS’ MANUALS
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Disclaimer
This manual contains general instructions for the use, operation
and care of this product. The instructions are not all-inclusive. Safe
and proper use of this product is solely at the discretion of the user.
Safety information is included as a service to the user. All other
safety measures taken by the user should be within and under
consideration of applicable regulations and local protocol. Training
on the proper use of this product must be provided before using
this product in an actual situation.
Retain this manual for future reference. Include it with the product
in the event of transfer to new users. Additional free copies are
available upon request from Customer Relations.
Proprietary Notice
The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Ferno
Australia Pty Ltd. Ferno Australia Pty Ltd reserves all intellectual
property rights, proprietary design rights, manufacturing rights,
reproduction use rights, and sales use rights thereto, and to any
article disclosed therein except to the extent those rights are
expressly granted to others or where not applicable to vendor
proprietary parts.
Limited Warranty Statement
The products sold by Ferno are covered by a limited warranty.
The complete terms and conditions of the limited warranty, and
the limitations of liability and disclaimers, are also available upon
request by contacting Ferno Australia via email: [e-mail].
Adverse Event Notice
In the event of an adverse event or serious incident related to the
use of this device, the end user/operator must report the incident
to Ferno Australia, 11 Johnstone Road, Brendale Queensland 4500
Australia, [phone] or via email to [e-mail]. If
the incident occurred in the European Union, report it to Ferno’s
Authorised EU Representative and the competent authority of the
Member State in which the end user is established.
1.3 Tip
Tips provide recommendations for easier use of the product.
1.2 Important
Important notices emphasize important usage or maintenance
information. Failure to follow Important notices could result in
damage to the product or property damage.
Ferno Customer Service
For ordering assistance or general information:
Ferno Australia, 11 Johnstone Road
Brendale, Queensland 4500, Australia
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Email info[email protected]om.au
Internet www.ferno.com.au
Safety Information
NOTICE
1.1 Warning
Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
WARNING
Improper use of the Chair can cause injury. Use the Chair
only for the purpose described in this manual.
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to operate the Chair.
Improper operation can cause injury. Operate the Chair
only as described in this manual.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
An unrestrained patient can be injured. Use patient
restraints to secure the patient on the Chair.
Helpers can cause injury or be injured. Maintain control
of the Chair, operate the controls, and direct all helpers.
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the
Chair only as described in this manual.
Improper parts and service can cause injury. Use only
Ferno parts and Ferno-approved service on the Chair.
Modifying the Chair can cause injury and damage. Use
the Chair only as designed by Ferno.
Attaching improper items to the Chair can cause injury.
Use only Ferno-approved items on the TRACLite Chair.

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1.4 Safety Labels
Safety labels place important information from the users’ manual
on the Chair. Read and follow label instructions. Replace worn or
damaged labels immediately. Replacement labels are available
from Ferno Australia.
1.5 Blood-borne Disease Notice
To reduce the risk of exposure to blood or other potentially
infectious materials when using the chair, follow the disinfecting
and cleaning instructions in this manual.
1.6 Symbol Glossary
The symbols dened below are used on the chair, track and/or in this
users’ manual. Ferno uses symbols recognised by the International
Standards Organization (ISO), American National Standards Institute
(ANSI) and the emergency medical services industry.
General Warning of
Potential Injury
Read the
Users’ Manual Load Capacity
2  OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING
2.1 Skills
Operators using the chair need:
• The strength, balance, coordination and common sense to
safely operate the Chair.
• The ability to select the proper equipment and procedures for
the circumstances.
• Operators should have been trained in the operation of the
Chair.
• The ability to understand and follow the procedures de-
scribed in this manual.
• Operators should have a working knowledge of manual han-
dling procedures.
2.2 Training
Operator trainees need to:
• Have followed a training plan.
• Read and understand the instructions in this manual.
• Practice using the fully-equipped Chair with weight and under
simulated conditions.
• Trainees should be tested to verify their understanding of
Chair operation.
• Keep training records. Annual refresher training for all Chair
operators is recommended.
WARNING
Improper use of the Chair can cause injury. Use the Chair
only for the purpose described in this manual.
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured. Permit
only trained personnel to operate the Chair.
150 kg
330 lb
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3  OVERVIEW
3.2 General Specications
3.1 Description
The FWE531 Traclite Chair provides a lightweight and portable
means of transporting patients. Combined with the Ferno stair track
(FWE531D), the chair quickly and easily converts into a track chair for
downstairs transfers.
3.3 Chair Components
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LOWER AXLE LATCH
LOWER AXLE LATCH
RELEASE
TRACK FRONT
(TOWARDS CHAIR)
TRACK REAR
(AWAY FROM CHAIR)
TIE BAR ASSEMBLY
TOP LOCKING LATCH PIN (2)
CLOSING BAR
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Specications
FWE531-150 Ferno Traclite Chair – 150 mm wheels
FWE531-175 Ferno Traclite Chair – 175 mm wheels
FWE531D Chair Track Descender
FWE531-150 FWE531-175
Safe Working Load 160 kg 160 kg
Chair Depth - Folded 175 mm 185 mm
Chair Height - Folded 965 mm 965 mm
Chair Width 375 mm 375 mm
Chair Weight (no restraints) 13.4 kg 13.4 kg
Chair and Track (no restraints) 17.9 kg 17.9 kg
Track Weight 4.5 kg
Track Length 735 mm
Track Width 300 mm
Track Depth 105 mm
General specications are rounded. Ferno reserves the right to change
specications without notice.
Chair Track
TOP LOCK RELEASE CABLE
(RED CABLE)
‘PULL TO OPEN’
DEPLOYMENT BAR

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FOOT END HANDLE
REMOVABLE SEAT PANELS
BACK REST HANDLE
WHEEL BRAKE
HEEL BRACE
SLOT FORTORSO RESTRAINT
RUBBERISED FOOT REST
SLOT FORTHIGH RESTRAINT
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HANDLE RELEASE PIN (2)
HANDLE RELEASE PIN (2)
CHAIR LOCK RELEASE LEVERS

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4  CHAIR FEATURES
4.1 Unfolding the Chair
The chair folds for shipping and stowage when the track is not
attached.
1. Place the folded chair on the ground with back rest facing up,
then: qSqueeze the Chair Lock Release levers together to
unlock the chair while simultaneously wlifting the backrest
handle upwards (Fig 3).
2. Continue fully unfolding until the back rest is in an upright
position and the locking mechanism engages. You will hear an
audible click.
4.2 Folding the Chair
The chair track must be removed before folding the chair.
1. For safety, engage the wheel locks to prevent chair motion
when the chair is next unfolded.
2. Return the back rest handle to its lowest position and fully
retract the foot end handle.
3. Standing at the rear of the chair, hold the back rest handle
and release the chair lock by squeezing the Chair Lock Release
levers together.
4. Carefully lower the back rest handle until the chair lock engages
with an audible click.
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4.3 Operating the Brakes
The 531D Traclite Chair is equipped with foot-operated rocker-style
brakes.
1. To engage brakes, place foot on top of brake lever and press
down on the brake lever (Fig 4).
2. To disengage brakes, place foot on top of brake lever and press
down on the brake lever with a heel-to-toe motion towards the
chair (Fig 4).
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4.4 Adjusting the Back Rest Handle
The back rest handle can be adjusted to three dierent heights
from its lowest position to highest.
To extend the back rest handle:
1. Depress both back rest handle release pins (Fig 6 q) and pull the
handle upwards (Fig 6 w). The handle will automatically lock
when it reaches the rst raised position. Repeat this process until
the desired height is reached.
2. To retract the back rest handle:
1. Depress both back rest handle release knobs (Fig 6 q)and slide
the handle downwards. The handle will automatically lock when
it reaches the next lower position. continue this process until the
desired height is reached (Fig 6).
4.5 Deploying the Foot End Handles
Foot end handles are intended to allow a second operator to guide
the chair while negotiating stairs. The foot end handle has two
positions: retracted or extended. The extended position is used
during descent.
Extending the foot end handles
Depress both foot end handle release pins (Fig 7 q) and pull the
handle outwards until it is fully extended and locks into position
(Fig 7 w).
To stow the foot end handles
Depress both release knob and push the handle back towards the
chair until it locks into the retracted position.
4.6 Positioning the Patient Restraints
Two webbing restraints with buckles (torso and thigh) and a heel
brace are provided with the chair.
Using the thigh restraint:
Once the patient is comfortably seated, place the pre-adjusted thigh
restraint over their thighs and buckle the two halves together (Fig 8).
Using the torso restraint:
With the patient seated, place the pre-adjusted chest restraint
around the patient’s torso and buckle the two halves together (Fig
8).
The heel brace is positioned behind the foot plate and prevents
the patient’s feet from travelling backwards during transfer and
stair descent.
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THIGH RESTRAINT
TORSO RESTRAINT
HEEL BRACE
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4.7 Attaching the Tracks
Using the chair on stairs requires a minimum of two operators - one to
control the chair from the top / back rest handle end and one to guide
the chair from the bottom / foot end.
It is recommended to attach the tracks before the patient is seated.
1. Unfold the chair and lock the wheel brakes.
2. Place the track on the oor behind the chair wheels. Lift the chair
and clip the rear wheel axle to the track connector (Fig 9). You will
hear an audible click when the catch locks on to the bar.
3. Raise the track’s tie bar assembly so it is at right angles to the track
as illustrated in Figure 10 (track disconnected from chair).
4. Rotate the whole track upwards towards back of chair.
Simultaneously position the two top locking latch pins into the
corresponding anchor slots on the rear of seat base (Fig 11), sliding
the pins forward in the anchors until they lock into place (Fig 12).
An audible click will be heard.
5. Verify the track is securely attached by opening and closing the
track several times.
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TOP LOCKING LATCH PINS
SLOT INTO & LOCK TO CHAIR
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4.8 Stowing the Track on the Chair
1. Holding the chair to prevent movement, push down on the closing
bar to fold the linkage (Fig 12 q). As the linkage folds, the track will
move towards and align with the chair’s backrest.
2. Push the track towards the chair until the track is ush with the
back of the chair and locks into stowed position.
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4.9 Deploying the Tracks
Holding the chair to prevent movement, use the red “Pull to Open”
deployment bar to pull the track in an outwards direction away
from the back rest (Figure 13) until the linkage moves in to a locked
position. Verify the track has locked by pushing on the track unit.
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4.10 Removing the Track
1. First, deploy the track.
2. Support the track so it doesn’t fall on the operator, then pull
the red top lock release cable to release the top of the track
assembly from the chair (Fig 14). Lower the track to the ground.
3. Press downwards on the lower latch release lever to detach the
track from the chair’s rear wheel axle (Fig 15), then lift the chair
o and away from the track. Track in deployed position
LINKAGE LOCKED
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5  OPERATING THE CHAIR
5.1 Before Using the Chair
1. Ensure personnel working with the chair have read this manual
and are properly trained to operate it.
2. Inspect the chair to ensure all components are present and in
good operational condition.
WARNING
Improper operation can cause injury. Operate the chair
only as described in this manual.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
An unrestrained patient can fall o the chair and be
injured. Use restraints to secure the patient on the chair.
Attaching non Ferno items to the chair can cause injury.
Use only Ferno approved items on the chair.
Untrained helpers can cause injury or be injured. Maintain
control of the chair while directing all helpers.
5.2 Using the Chair without Tracks
Using the chair on level ground:
1. Unfold the chair (refer page 6)
2. Wheel the chair to the patient, place into position and lock the
wheel brakes to prevent the chair from rolling while seating the
patient.
3. Seat the patient. Secure the patient to the chair using the thigh
and torso restraints (refer page 7).
4. Unlock the wheel brakes and proceed with transfer.
5.3 Carrying the Chair downstairs
without Tracks
The Chair can be used as a Carry Chair to move a patient down the
stairs when the circumstances do not allow the use of the track
system and a suitable dynamic risk assessment has been undertaken.
This manoeuvre should be carried out with the Track detached from
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5.5 Using the Chair with Tracks
Ferno recommends attaching the track to the chair before seating
the patient. The tracks are not used during level ground transfer.
Using the chair on level ground:
1. Unfold the chair (refer page 6) and lock the wheel brakes..
2. Attach the track (refer page 8)
3. Wheel the chair to the patient, place into position and lock the
wheel brakes to prevent the chair from rolling while seating the
patient.
4. Seat the patient.
5. Secure the patient to the chair using the thigh and torso
restraints (refer page 7).
6. Unlock the wheel brakes and proceed with transfer.
5.6 Descending Stairs with Chair Tracks
Ferno strongly recommends that the procedures for descending
stairs with the stair chair be practiced and that training be conducted
with a chair loaded with a manikin or weights before carrying live
patients.
Using the chair on stairs requires a minimum of two operators. Use
additional help as needed. The two chair operators face each other
at opposite ends of the chair when transporting a patient down
stairs. If available, a third person should assist by acting as a look-out
for slip, trip or fall hazards during the descent.
Ensure the route down the stairs is clear of obstructions that could
aect the safety of the operators or the function of the track.
Before descending the stairs:
1. Lock the wheel brakes and check that the track is securely
fastened to the chair.
2. Check the patient is securely restrained to the chair.
3. Head-end Operator: Extend the back rest / upper handle to the
required position and ensure it is locked in place (refer to page
7).
4. Head-end Operator: Deploy the track (refer to page 9).
Descending the stairs:
1. Foot-end Operator: Take up position on the stairs facing the
chair and deploy the foot end handle (refer to page 7).
2. Both Operators: Working together, tilt the chair backwards and
guide the chair over the edge of the top step, allowing the track
belts to engage on the rst step.
3. Both Operators: Move the chair slowly downwards until the
track is resting on the lip of two or three steps. This establishes
the glide angle. Ensure both operators are comfortable before
proceeding further.
4. To maintain the glide angle:
a. Head-end Operator: With a palm down hand grip, apply
downward pressure on the extended back rest handle to
hold the track into the stairs and to move downwards. Adjust
pressure and direction according to desired speed and track
angle.
b. Foot-end Operator: Supports the chair using the foot end
handle and assists in guiding the chair and maintaining the
glide angle which provides both a smoother ride for the patient
and is less fatiguing for operators.
3. When the chair reaches the bottom of the stairs and the rear
wheels are on the oor, the chair can be returned to upright
position with all 4 wheels on the oor.
4. If tracks are no longer required, collapse and return tracks back
into the stowed position.
5.4 Manoeuvring the Chair Up Stairs
without Tracks
TheTRACLITE can be used as a Carry Chair to move occupant up stairs.
This manoeuvre should be carried out with the Track detached from
the Chair, and all manual handling procedures and risk assessment
should be considered before carrying out such a manoeuvre.
1. With the patient seated on the Chair and restrained, adjust the
upper handle into a position that is comfortable for your height
(See ‘Adjusting Upper Handle Height).
2. Always inform the patient about what is happening.
3. Once the head-end and foot-end operators are in their correct
positions holding the upper and lower handles, the head end
operator leans the Chair backwards until the occupants weight
is on the wheels.
4. The Chair can then be rolled towards the foot of the stairs and
lifted by both operators to begin ascending the stairs
5. Upon reaching the top of the stairs, carefully lower the wheels
onto the oor and continue to move the patient to the required
destination by wheeling the Chair.
the Chair, and all manual handling procedures and risk assessment
should be considered before carrying out such a manoeuvre.
1. With the patient seated on the Chair and restrained, adjust the
upper handle into a position that is comfortable for your height
(See ‘Adjusting Upper Handle Height).
2. Always inform the patient about what is happening.
3. Once the head-end and foot-end operators are in their correct
positions holding the upper and lower handles, the head end
operator leans the Chair backwards until the occupant’s weight
is on the wheels.
4. The Chair can then be rolled towards the top of the stairs and
lifted by both operators to begin descending the stairs
5. Upon reaching the bottom of the stairs, carefully lower the
wheels onto the oor and continue to move the patient to the
required destination by wheeling the Chair.
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6  INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
6.1 Maintenance Schedule
The Chair requires regular inspection. Set up and follow a
maintenance schedule.
The table to the right represents minimum intervals for maintenance.
Ferno recommend to lubricate every 3 months and/or after a deep
clean. The Chair Lock Release assembly located to the rear of the
seat panel is the only lubrication point on the TRACLite Chair.
Keep maintenance records.
When using maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’
directions and read the manufacturers’material safety data sheets.
Alternatively the Chair can be inspected in line with the Ambulance
maintenance schedule.
Further details on maintenance are available from Ferno Australia’s
Service Division or through approved service technicians.
WARNING
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the
Chair only as described in this manual.
Recommended
Maintenance Intervals
Each Use As Needed 3 Months
Disinfecting •
Cleaning •
Inspecting •••
Lubricating (chair lock release assembly) •
6.2 Disinfecting and Cleaning
the Chair
Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant
manufacturer’s instructions for application method and contact
time. Ferno recommend you inspect the Chair for damage as you
clean and disinfect it.
If required, the TRACLite seat and backrest panels can be
removed for deeper cleaning.
Removing the backrest panel: Gently slide the panel upwards and
unclip from the chair frame.
Removing the seat panel: With care, partially unclip the rear half of
the seat panel, then slide the panel forward o the seat frame.
Replacing panels: Reverse the procedures for removing panels.
1. Remove the restraints, track and any accessories.
2. Hand clean all surfaces of the Chair with warm water and a mild
detergent.
3. Rinse with warm, clear water. Dry the Chair with a towel and
allow it to air-dry thoroughly prior to storage.
4. To disinfect: Apply disinfectant to the Chair, following the
disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for the application
method and contact time.
6.3 Inspecting the Chair
A periodic inspection should be conducted every three months by
a competent person. Re-inspect the product after any adverse or
exceptional event(s) or if there is any doubt about its condition.
Follow the inspection checklist and operate the Chair through all its
functions as described in this manual.
If inspection shows damage or excessive wear, remove the Chair
from service until repair is made.
Inspection Checklist
Reference document: Ferno Traclite User Manual
Are all components present?
Is the chair and track free of excessive wear?
Are all screws, nuts, bolts and rivets securely in place?
Do all moving parts operate smoothly and properly?
Does the chair lock properly when folded?
Does the backrest handle extend and lock securely in each of
its three positions?
Does the foot end handle extend and lock securely in its two
positions?
Do the wheels show signs of excessive wear?
Are the wheel brakes operating as intended?
Are the patient restraints (webbing and buckles) in good
condition and operating as intended?
Does the track operate properly without interfering with
chair operation?
Is the track adequately tensioned?
NOTICE
Water under high pressure or steam can penetrate joints, ush
away lubricant and cause corrosion. Use caution when cleaning
moving parts such as joints and hinges.
Using abrasive cleaning compounds or applicators on the Chair
can cause damage. Do not use abrasive materials to clean the
Chair.
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, phenolics or
iodides can cause damage. Do not use products containing
these chemicals.
Inspection and Maintenance

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