Stryker 5050 User manual

Medical
Stretcher Chair
Eye Stretcher Chair
Model 5050/5051
Operations Manual
Opérations Manuelles
Betriebe Manuell
Het Handboek van verrichtingen
Funzionamenti Manuali
Operaciones Manuales
Operações ManuaisOperações Manuais

Table of Contents
Introduction
Intended Use 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning / Caution / Note Definition 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CE Mark 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation Guide
Base Pedal Operation 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Raising And Lowering Litter Height 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applying The Brake System 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating The Steer Caster 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg Positioning 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using The Siderails 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using The Patient Transfer System 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Adjustable Foot Rest 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating The Fowler 7, 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating The Optional Independent Foot Section
Dependent (Chair Mode) Operation 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Independent Operation 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resetting The Foot Section (Returning To Chair Mode) 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning The Push Bar 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing And Reinstalling The Mattress 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Enhanced Clearance Head Piece 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Optional Head Support Cushion 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Optional Wrist Rests 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Optional Tethered I.V. Pole 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventative Maintenance
Cleaning 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checklist 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty
Obtaining Parts and Service 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental Warranty Coverage 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Return Authorization 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freight Damage Claims 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Introduction
INTRODUCTION
This manual is designed to assist you with the operation of the 5050/5051 Stretcher Chair. Read it thoroughly
before using the equipment.
INTENDED USE
This product is intended to be used as a surface for the transport and treatment of a patient in any health care
environment.
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Weight Capacity 400 pounds
Overall Stretcher Length/Width 76”/30”
Patient Surface Length/Width (Mattress) 74”/24”
Minimum/Maximum Stretcher Height (Floor to Litter Surface) 22”/33.5”
Foot Section Articulation 0_to 80_
Fowler Articulation 0_to 90_
Trendelenberg/Reverse Trendelenberg Articulation +18_/−18_
WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE DEFINITION
The words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
WARNING
The personal safety of the patient or user may be involved. Disregarding this information could result in injury
to the patient or user.
CAUTION
These instructions point out special procedures or precautions that must be followed to avoid damaging the
equipment.
NOTE
This provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.
WARNING
”THE CE Mark stamped on this product refers to directive 89/336/EEC as amended by directives 92/31/EEC
and 93/68/EEC. This CE Mark is not applicable to the directive 93/42/EEC.”
Safe Working Load

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Operation Guide
A
CB
D
BASE PEDAL OPERATION
(A)
(B) Depress to lower head end (Trendelenburg).
(C) Depress to lower foot end (Reverse Trendelenburg).
(D) Brake and Steer functions
Pump to raise litter.
To lower both ends of the stretcher, depress both Trendel−
enburg pedals at the same time.

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Operation Guide
WARNING
Patient entry, egress and transfer from the Model 5050 Stretcher Chair must always be done at the center
side locations with the siderail lowered. At no time should patients be allowed to enter or exit from the ends
of the Stretcher Chair, unless it is in the full chair position (back section up/foot section down). Improper entry,
egress or transfer may cause the Stretcher Chair to tip or become unstable which may result in patient injury.
RAISING AND LOWERING LITTER HEIGHT
NOTE
For user convenience, pump pedals and control pedals are located on both sides of the Stretcher Chair.
CAUTION
Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or lowering the Stretcher Chair height
or damage could occur to the equipment or the Stretcher Chair.
To raise the litter height, pump foot pedal (A) repeatedly until desired height is achieved. (See illustration,
page 1−3).
To lower the litter height, activate both pedals (B) and (C) using the same foot. Depress pedal (B) to lower
the head end only and depress pedal (C) to lower the foot end only of the Stretcher Chair. (See illustration,
page 1−3).
WARNING
To avoid risk of tipping resulting in patient injury, never leave the Stretcher Chair unattended in the horizontal
position. Always return the unit to the chair position when not in use. Warning labels are located at the head
and foot end of the Stretcher Chair frame stating: “DO NOT SIT ON END. TIPPING MAY OCCUR. KEEP
IN THE CHAIR POSITION WHEN NOT IN USE.”
APPLYING THE BRAKE SYSTEM
To engage the brakes on the Stretcher Chair, push fully down on the side of pedal (D) closest to the head
end of the stretcher. (See illustration page 1−3).
WARNING
Always apply the caster brakes when a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. Push on the stretcher to en-
sure the brakes are securely locked. Always engage the brakes unless the stretcher is being moved. Injury
could result if the stretcher moves while a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. If brakes do not hold proper-
ly, refer to your stretcher maintenance manual for a brake adjustment procedure.
NOTE
For user convenience, the Brake/Steer pedal is located on both sides of the Stretcher Chair.
OPERATING THE STEER CASTER
To engage the steer caster, push fully down on the side of pedal (D) closest to the foot end of the stretcher
(See illustration page 1−3). This will lock the steering caster (foot end, right). The Stretcher Chair will pivot
around it when cornering.

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Operation Guide
TRENDELENBURG/REVERSE TRENDELENBURG POSITIONING
NOTE
Litter height must be raised first in order to achieve a trend. or reverse trend. position.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any equipment that may be in the way before lowering the Stretcher Chair or damage could
occur to the equipment or the Stretcher Chair.
For Trendelenburg positioning (head down), depress pedal (B). (See illustration, page 1−3).
For Reverse Trendelenburg positioning (foot down), depress pedal (C). (See illustration, page 1−3).
NOTE
The higher the litter is before pedals (B) or (C) are activated, the greater the trend. or reverse trend. angle
will be. (Maximum trend. angle is +18_. Maximum reverse trend. angle is −18_).
USING THE SIDERAILS
A
WARNING
Be sure the siderail latching mechanism is working properly and the siderail is latching securely at all times
or patient injury could result. If the siderails are not latching properly, refer to your stretcher maintenance
manual for adjustment details.
To avoid having the siderail swing down freely when the latch is released, securely hold the siderail either
underneath or from the end when raising or lowering it. Failure to do so could cause damage to the Stretcher
Chair or injury to the user.
To avoid possible injury, patients should be appropriately restrained at all times.
To raise the siderails, pull out the locking latch (A) while securely holding the siderail and raise the siderail
to the full up position until the latch engages.
To lower the siderails, pull out the locking latch (A) while securely holding the siderail and lower the siderail
to the full down position until the latch engages. The siderail will be partially tucked away under the litter.

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Operation Guide
USING THE PATIENT TRANSFER SYSTEM
A
C
B
WARNING
When using the patient transfer system, always lock the brakes on all stretchers or beds being used and
always be sure the transfer surface is securely on the surface of the mating stretcher or bed. The Stretcher
Chair patient surface and the surface of the mating stretcher or bed must be at the same height before the
patient is transferred. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in an unstable surface and patient injury.
Be sure the Stretcher Chair is as close to the mating surface as possible and at the same height or slightly
higher (not to exceed 1”).
Pull the release knob (A) and lower the siderail down onto the mating stretcher or bed. The siderail arm rest
(B) should be flat to serve as a lead to the transfer surface. If it is not, push the arm rest toward the foot end
of the stretcher to release the arm rest latch (C), then rotate the arm rest up so it is parallel with the siderail.
CAUTION
Be sure the brakes on both the Stretcher Chair and the mating bed or stretcher have been applied before
proceeding with the patient transfer.
Using a sheet, draw the patient onto the mating bed or stretcher.

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Operation Guide
OPERATING THE FOWLER
A
B
WARNING
Keep fingers/hands clear of the area between the frame and the Fowler when lowering the Fowler or injury
could result.
Squeeze red handle (A) toward the Fowler frame (not toward item (B) push bar) for pneumatic assist in raising
the Fowler. Remove hands from handle when desired height is achieved.
To lower the Fowler, squeeze red handle (A) toward the Fowler frame (not toward item (B) push bar) and push
down until the Fowler has reached the desired height. Remove hands from handle when desired height is
achieved.
OPERATING THE ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST
WARNING
Hold the foot rest firmly while repositioning it to prevent it from falling to the lowest position and causing injury
or equipment damage.
Do not stand on the foot rest. Tipping may occur which could result in patient or user injury.
NOTE
The leg section must be down in order to adjust the foot rest. The foot rest must be rotated halfway up to
the leg section in order to adjust the height.
To raise the foot rest:
Rotate the foot rest halfway up, then slide it toward the butt section until you reach the desired height. While
pulling the foot rest out toward you, rotate it down to a horizontal position. The foot rest will drop into the next
lower position.
To lower the foot rest:
While grasping the foot rest firmly, rotate it up and push back on it. When it clears its latch, it will drop down.
Rotate the foot rest down to a horizontal position.

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Operation Guide
OPERATING THE FOWLER (5051)
A
A
WARNING
Keep fingers/hands clear of the area between the frame and the Fowler when lowering the Fowler or injury
could result.
Squeeze red handle (A) toward the Fowler frame for pneumatic assist in raising the Fowler. Remove hands
from handle when desired height is achieved.
To lower the Fowler, squeeze red handle (A) toward the Fowler frame and push down until the Fowler has
reached the desired height. Remove hands from handle when desired height is achieved.