Steris Hausted 493RPCST User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
Hausted®Fluoro-Track Fluoroscopy
Capable Stretcher
Model: 493RPCST
(08/30/06) 150830-331

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Table of Contents Operator Manual 150830-331
A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION
This manual contains important information on proper use and maintenance of
the Hausted®Fluoro-Track Fluoroscopy Capable Stretcher Model: 493RPCST.
All personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment mustAll personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment must
All personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment mustAll personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment must
All personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment must
carefully review and comply with the warnings, cautions and instructionscarefully review and comply with the warnings, cautions and instructions
carefully review and comply with the warnings, cautions and instructionscarefully review and comply with the warnings, cautions and instructions
carefully review and comply with the warnings, cautions and instructions
contained in this manual.contained in this manual.
contained in this manual.contained in this manual.
contained in this manual. These instructions are important to protect the
health and safety of personnel operating a Fluoro-Track Stretcher and should
be retained in a conveniently accessible area for quick reference.
Complete instructions for uncrating and connecting utilities, as well as
equipment drawings, have been furnished. If missing, contact STERIS for
replacement copies, giving the serial number and model numbers of the unit.
STERIS carries a complete line of accessories for use with this stretcher. A
STERIS representative will gladly review these with you.
The Hausted Fluoro-Track Fluoroscopy Capable Stretcher Model: 493RPCST
is designed for patient transport, treatment and recovery.
Indications for Use
A thorough preventive maintenance program is essential to safe and proper
unit operation. This manual contains maintenance schedules and proce-
dures which should be followed for satisfactory equipment performance.
You are encouraged to contact STERIS concerning our comprehensive
Annual Maintenance Agreements. Under the terms of these agreements,
preventive maintenance, adjustments, and replacement of worn parts are
done on a scheduled basis to assure equipment performance at peak
capability and to help avoid untimely or costly interruptions. STERIS main-
tains a global staff of well equipped, factory-trained technicians to provide this
service, as well as expert repair services. Please contact your STERIS
representative for details.
Service Information
A listing of the safety precautions to be observed when operating and
servicing this equipment can be found in SECTION 1 of this manual. Do not
operate or service the equipment until you have become familiar with this
information.
Any alteration of this equipment not authorized or performed by STERIS
Engineering Service which could affect its operation will void the warranty,
could adversely affect sterilization efficacy, could violate national, state, and
local regulations, and could jeopardize your insurance coverage.
Advisory
©2006, STERIS Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.

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STERIS Limited
STERISHouse
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Basingstoke
Hampshire
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UNITEDKINGDOM
Manufacturedby:
STERISCorporation
2720GunterParkEast
Montgomery, AL 36109 • USA
www.steris.com
TEL:[phone]
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Equipment not suitable for use
in the presence of a flammable
anesthetic mixture with air or
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
The base language of this document is
ENGLISH. Any translations must be
made from the base language docu-
ment.
STERIS Corporation,
Montgomery, Alabama is an
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
1 LISTING OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....................................... 1-1
2 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 2-1
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 3-1
3.1 Braking and Steering Operation ................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Applying The Brakes ........................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 Releasing The Brakes .......................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.3 Applying The Steering Lock/Fifth Wheel ............................................................. 3-1
3.1.4 Releasing the Steering Lock/Fifth Wheel ............................................................ 3-1
3.2 Litter Top Height Adjustment....................................................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Height Adjustment ............................................................................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Lowering Litter Top .............................................................................................. 3-2
3.2.3 Trendelenburg Adjustment .................................................................................. 3-2
3.2.4 Reverse Trendelenburg Adjustment .................................................................... 3-3
3.3 Retracto Rail Operation............................................................................................... 3-3
3.3.1 Raising the Rail .................................................................................................... 3-3
3.3.2 Half Height ........................................................................................................... 3-3
3.3.3 Lowering the Rail ................................................................................................. 3-3
3.4 Fowler Backrest Operation ......................................................................................... 3-4
3.4.1 Raising the Backrest ............................................................................................ 3-4
3.4.2 Lowering the Backrest ......................................................................................... 3-4
3.5 Sliding Top Operation ................................................................................................. 3-4
4 RECOMMENDED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE.............................. 4-1
4.1 Recommended Cleaning Instructions ........................................................................ 4-1
5 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ............................................................... 5-1
6 RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................ 6-1

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Listing of Warnings and Cautions Operator Manual 150830-331
The following Safety Precautions must be observed when operating or servicing this Hausted®Fluoro-Track Fluoroscopy
Capable Stretcher Model: 493RPCST . WARNING indicates the potential for personal injury and CAUTION indicates the
potential for damage to equipment. For emphasis, certain Safety Precautions are repeated throughout the manual. Itis
importantto reviewALL SafetyPrecautions beforeoperating or servicingthe unit.
Strictly following these Safety Precautions enhances your ability to safely and effectively utilize the unit and helps the
customer avoid improper maintenance methods which may damage the unit or render it unsafe. It is important to
understand that these Safety Precautions are not exhaustive; customers are encouraged to develop their own safety
policies and procedures to enhance and compliment these Safety Precautions.
WARNING–LACERATION HAZARD:
When cutting bands always use a tool specifically designed for that purpose. This will help to avoid personal
injuries frequently incurred when bands are cut and tension released.
WARNINGS – PERSONAL INJURY:
Do not sit on end – tipping may occur.
The stretcher has a warning label located at the head end stating: Maximum patient weight 226 Kilograms (500
pounds).
Patient entry, egress and transfer should always be done with the brakes locked.
The brakes should always be on and patient side rails up when the patient is not in transport.
Be sure both rails are in the upright locked position before leaving patient.
WARNING – PROPER OPERATION HAZARD:
Floors must be smooth and level to maintain optimum fifth wheel steering. Fifth wheel steering functions can be
influenced by floor irregularities (bumps or dips) greater than 1/2" (13 mm) across the span of the stretcher.
LISTING OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 1