SECHRIST 21465 User manual

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SECHRIST INDUSTRIES, INC.
User’s Manual
Hydraulic and Standard Gurneys and Stretchers
Hydraulic Models:
P/N 21465
P/N 21266
Standard Models:
P/N 21502
P/N 21464
4225 E. La Palma Avenue
Anaheim, California 92807 USA
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USA & Canada 800-SECHRIST (732-4747)
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Table of Contents
Introduction...............................................................................4
Specifications .........................................................................4
Warning / Caution / Note Definition ..........................................................4
Summary of Safety Precautions................................................................5
Gurney/Stretcher Operation...................................................................6
Operating Base Controls: Hydraulic Gurneys - P/N 21465, 21266 ....................................6
Gurney/Stretcher Operation...................................................................7
Operating Base Controls: Non−Hydraulic Gurneys - P/N 21502, 21266,21487, 21464 ......................7
Raising/Lowering Stretcher Height: Hydraulic Gurneys - P/N 21465,21266 ..............................8
Applying the Brake System ................................................................8
Operating the 5th Wheel..................................................................8
Using Siderails: Gurney - P/N 21464, 21465, 21502, 21266 .........................................9
Using Push Handles .....................................................................9
Using the HBO Sliding Stretcher ...........................................................10
Using the Built-In Headrest (with Deluxe Wide Stretcher P/N 21464 & 21465) ..........................10
Using the I.V. Pole......................................................................10
Preventative Maintenance ...................................................................11
Checklist ............................................................................11
Cleaning................................................................................12
Removal of Iodine Compounds ............................................................12
Warranty................................................................................13

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Introduction
INTRODUCTION
This manual is designed to assist you with the operation of Sechrist Industries Gurney/Stretchers. Read it thoroughly
before using the equipment or beginning any maintenance on it.
SPECIFICATIONS
Gurney/Stretcher Name Standard Gurney
& Stretcher
Hydraulic Gurney &
Standard Stretcher
Standard Gurney
& Deluxe Wide
Stretcher
Hydraulic Gurney
& Deluxe Wide
Stretcher
Part Number P/N 21502 P/N 21266 P/N 21464 P/N 21465
Assoc. Chamber Models 2800, 2500 2800, 2500 3300E, 3600E 3300E, 3600E
Gurney Characteristics Siderails Siderails/Hydraulic Siderails Siderails/Hydraulic
Built-in Headrest Angles N/A N/A 0−30 0−30
Gurney Overall
Length/Width
95”/29”
(241 cm/74 cm)
95”/29”
(241 cm/74 cm)
95”/29”
(241 cm/74 cm)
95”/29”
(241 cm/74 cm)
Stretcher Overall
Length/Width
81.5”/22.25”
(207 cm/56.5 cm)
81.5”/22.25”
(207 cm/56.5 cm)
81.5”/24”
(207 cm/61 cm)
81.5”/24”
(207 cm/61 cm)
Minimum/Maximum
Height
30” (76.2 cm) 25” - 38.5”
(63.5 cm - 97.8 cm)
30” (76.2 cm) 25” - 38.5”
(63.5 cm - 97.8 cm)
Refer to the Sechrist Chamber User Manual to determine the supported patient weight of each specific chamber.
WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE DEFINITION
The words WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
WARNING
Alerts the reader about a situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also describe
potential serious adverse reactions and safety hazards.
CAUTION
Alerts the reader of a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the
user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property. This includes special care necessary for the safe and
effective use of the device and the care necessary to avoid damage to a device that may occur as a result of use or
misuse.
Note
This provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.

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The Sechrist Gurney/Stretchers are accessories of Sechrist Hyperbaric Chambers. They are intended to beused only
to move patients into and out of a chamber, and are not for general transport.
Before operating these stretchers, it is important to read and understand all information in this manual. Care-fully read
and strictly follow the warnings listed on this page
WARNINGS
The stretcher release latch must be locked in place to prevent movement of the stretcher when patients areloaded•
or unloaded from the stretcher.
Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or lowering the stretcher height.•
Always apply the caster brakes when a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. Push on the gurney to ensurethe•
brakes are securely locked. Always engage the brakes unless the gurney is being moved. Injury couldresult if the
gurney moves while a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. If brakes do not hold properly, referto your gurney
maintenance manual for a brake adjustment procedure.
Be sure the siderail latching mechanism (on gurney P/N’s 21502, 21464, 21266, 21465) is working properlyat all•
times.
Do not allow the siderail to lower on its own.•
The push handles should always be used when transporting patients. They were installed for this purposefor user•
convenience. Avoid using other parts of the stretcher as push devices. Damage may occur.
The weight of the I.V. bags should not exceed 40 pounds (18 kg.).•
Do not expose the stretcher mattress to flame or other ignition sources. Exposure to ignition sources maycause the•
mattress to ignite, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Summary of Safety Precautions