Stryker 747 User manual

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Operations Manual
Transport Stretcher
747
748

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2017/05 A.2 0747-109-005 REV A www.stryker.com
Transport Stretcher
747
748
Operations Manual

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Symbols
Operating instructions
General warning
Caution
Warning; crushing of hands
No pushing
Do not store the oxygen bottle
Catalogue number
Serial number
For US Patents see www.stryker.com/patents
CE mark
EC REP
Manufacturer
Safe working load
Lubricate
Type B applied part

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Table of Contents
Warning/Caution/Note Definition ...............................................................................................................1-3
Summary of safety precautions.................................................................................................................1-4
Pinch points ....................................................................................................................................1-6
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................1-7
Product description...........................................................................................................................1-7
Indications for use............................................................................................................................1-7
Expected service life.........................................................................................................................1-7
Contraindications .............................................................................................................................1-7
Specifications..................................................................................................................................1-7
Product illustration............................................................................................................................1-9
Contact information ..........................................................................................................................1-9
Serial number location .................................................................................................................... 1-10
Date of manufacture....................................................................................................................... 1-10
Setup................................................................................................................................................. 1-11
Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 1-12
Applying and releasing the brakes ..................................................................................................... 1-12
Raising or lowering the litter.............................................................................................................. 1-12
Positioning the product in Trendelenburg............................................................................................. 1-13
Positioning the product in Reverse Trendelenburg................................................................................. 1-13
Transporting a patient with the retractable fifth wheel ............................................................................ 1-13
Positioning or stowing the push handles (optional) ................................................................................ 1-14
Raising or lowering the siderails ........................................................................................................ 1-14
Raising or lowering the pneumatic Fowler backrest ............................................................................... 1-15
Raising or lowering the gatch............................................................................................................ 1-15
Storing objects in the base hood........................................................................................................ 1-16
Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 1-17
Attaching the defibrillator tray ........................................................................................................... 1-17
Converting the defibrillator tray/foot extender to a defibrillator tray ........................................................... 1-18
Converting the defibrillator tray/foot extender to a foot extender .............................................................. 1-19
Attaching the footboard/chart holder .................................................................................................. 1-19
Attaching the IV caddy..................................................................................................................... 1-19
Positioning the two-stage permanently attached IV pole option ................................................................ 1-20
Positioning the three-stage permanently attached IV pole option .............................................................. 1-21
Attaching and positioning the removable IV pole ................................................................................... 1-22
Attaching the upright oxygen bottle holder ........................................................................................... 1-23
Extending or stowing the serving tray holder/footboard........................................................................... 1-24
Attaching the siderail pads ............................................................................................................... 1-24
Locating the patient restraint strap tie-ins ............................................................................................ 1-24
Cleaning............................................................................................................................................. 1-26
Cleaning the product....................................................................................................................... 1-26
Cleaning the mattress ..................................................................................................................... 1-26
Remove iodine............................................................................................................................... 1-27
Special instructions ........................................................................................................................ 1-27

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Disinfecting......................................................................................................................................... 1-28
Disinfecting the product................................................................................................................... 1-28
Disinfecting the mattress ................................................................................................................. 1-28
Preventive maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 1-30
Lubrication points........................................................................................................................... 1-30

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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 product 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: Provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.

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Summary of safety precautions
Always follow the warnings and cautions listed on this page. Service only by qualified personnel.
WARNING
• Always allow the product to reach room temperature before you setup the product or test functional operations.
Permanent product damage may occur.
• Always operate the product when all operators are clear of the mechanisms.
• Always apply the brakes when a patient is getting on the product or off the product or when the product is not
moving. Injury could result if the product moves while a patient is getting on the product or off the product.
• Always put the product in the lowest position with the siderails up and latched when you leave a patient unattended
on the product. Do not leave the product at a higher height.
• Always remove any devices that may be in the way before you raise or lower the litter.
• Do not sit on the end of the product. The product may tip.
• Always keep patient and operator extremities away from collapsed siderails to avoid injury.
• Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you transport or clean the product if your product is
equipped with the electric lift or electric litter option.
• Always lock the siderails in the full up position with the sleep surface flat in the lowest position when you transport a
patient.
• Always put the product in the lowest position with the siderails up and latched when you leave a patient unattended
on the product. Do not leave the product at a higher height.
• Always lock the siderails in the full up position with the sleep surface horizontal in the lowest position when you
transport a patient.
• Always keep the patient’s limbs away from the siderail spindles when you lower the siderail.
• Do not allow the siderails to lower on their own.
• Always keep hands and fingers clear of the Fowler backrest release handles and the Fowler backrest frame when
you lower the Fowler backrest.
• Always use caution when you raise a pneumatic Fowler backrest while a patient is on the product. Use proper lifting
techniques and get assistance, if necessary.
• Do not place items that weigh more than 30 lb (14 kg) on the defibrillator tray. Always strap down all devices that
you place on the defibrillator tray.
• Always use caution if the defibrillator tray/foot extender, footboard/chart holder, or upright oxygen bottle holder is
attached to avoid pinching your fingers when you position the foot end push handle option.
• Do not place items that weigh more than 30 lb (14 kg) on the defibrillator tray/foot extender. Always strap down all
devices that you place on the defibrillator tray.
• Always secure the IV pole to the IV caddy when you transport the product.
• Always store the IV caddy when not in use to avoid product damage.
• Do not use the IV pole as a push/pull device. Product damage may occur.
• Do not place objects that exceed 40 lb (18 kg) in the upright oxygen bottle holder.
• Do not place objects that exceed 30 lb (14 kg) on the serving tray.
• Always use caution when you attach restraint straps. Patient or operator injury may occur. Physical restraints, even
if secured, may result in serious harm to patients and operators, including entanglement, entrapment, physical injury,
or death.
• Always attach restraint straps or devices only at the identified attachment points of the product. Failure to do so
may result in patient or operator injury. Do not attach restraints straps to the siderail.
• Always refer to the applicable state and federal restrictions and regulations and the appropriate facility protocols
before you use any restraint strap or device.
• Do not clean, service, or perform maintenance while the product is in use.

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Summary of safety precautions
WARNING (CONTINUED)
• Do not immerse the mattress in cleaning or disinfectant solutions. Excess moisture could cause product
malfunction that results in product damage or patient injury.
• Do not allow fluid to pool on the mattress. Fluids can cause corrosion of components and may cause the safety and
performance of this product to become unpredictable.
• Always inspect mattress covers for tears, punctures, excessive wear, and misaligned zippers every time you clean
the covers. Remove and replace a damaged mattress immediately to prevent cross-contamination.
• Do not steam clean, pressure wash, hose off, or ultrasonically clean mattresses. These methods of cleaning may
void this product’s warranty.
• Always disinfect the mattress between patients. Failure to do so could result in cross-contamination and infection.
CAUTION
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described in
this manual.
• Do not modify the product or any components of the product. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable
operation resulting in injury to patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
• Do not use the hydraulics on the base to raise the product with a patient lift under the product.
• Do not place objects that exceed 60 lb (27 kg) in the base hood.
• Do not sit, step, or stand on the base hood.
• Always raise the IV pole before you attach the defibrillator tray/foot extender to the product. If you do not raise the
IV pole, the foot extender will not operate.

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Summary of safety precautions
Pinch points
Figure 1-1: Pinch points

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Introduction
This manual assists you with the operation or maintenance of your Stryker product. Read this manual before operating
or maintaining this product. Set methods and procedures to educate and train your staff on the safe operation or
maintenance of this product.
CAUTION
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described in
this manual.
• Do not modify the product or any components of the product. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable
operation resulting in injury to patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
Notes
• This manual is a permanent part of the product and should remain with the product even if the product is sold.
• Stryker continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. This manual contains the most current
product information available at the time of printing. There may be minor discrepancies between your product and
this manual. If you have any questions, contact Stryker Customer Service or Technical Support at 1-800-327-0770.
Product description
The Stryker Model 747/748 Transport Stretcher is a general purpose patient transport and treatment stretcher.
Indications for use
The Stryker Model 747/748 Transport Stretcher is a non-powered, wheeled device which consists of a platform
mounted on a wheeled frame that is designed to support patients in a horizontal position. The device has siderails and
has the option available to support the temporary or permanent placement of I.V. poles. A stretcher provides the
operator a method of transporting patients within a healthcare facility. Some stretchers may also be used for minor
procedures and short-term stay (treatment and recovery).
Expected service life
The Transport Stretcher has a 10 year expected service life under normal use conditions and with appropriate periodic
maintenance.
Contraindications
None known.
Specifications
Model 747 Transport Stretcher Model 748 Transport Stretcher (wide)
HT Packs
Safe working load
indicates the sum of the
patient, mattress and
accessory weight
500 lb 225 kg 500 lb 225 kg
Overall length 83 in. 210.8 cm 83 in. 210.8 cm

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Specifications (Continued)
Overall width 30 in. 76.2 cm 34 in. 86.4 cm
Height
High 36 in. 91.4 cm 36 in. 91.4 cm
Low 21.5 in. 54.6 cm 21.5 in. 54.6 cm
Patient surface 26 in. x 75.5 in. 66 cm x 192 cm 30 in. x 75.5 in. 76 cm x 192 cm
Siderails 13 in. x 55 in. 33 cm x 139.5 cm 13 in. x 55 in. 33 cm x 139.5 cm
Litter positioning
Backrest 0° to 90° 0° to 90°
Knee gatch Not applicable 0° to 30°
Trendeleburg/
Reverse
Trendelenburg
+18° / -18° +18° / -18°
Caster diameter 8 in. 20 cm 8 in. 20 cm
Minimum under product
clearance
6 in. nominal 15 cm 6 in. nominal 15 cm
1.75 in. under the
hydraulic cylinders
and fifth wheel
4.5 cm 1.75 in. under the
hydraulic cylinders
and fifth wheel
4.5 cm
Stryker reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

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Introduction
Product illustration
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B
C
E
B
D
D
E
F
F
A
A
A
ABrake/steer pedal DLowering pedal
BHead end push handle EPump pedal
CIV pole F Siderail
Contact information
Contact Stryker Customer Service or Technical Support at: 1-800-327-0770.

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Contact information (Continued)
Stryker Medical
3800 E. Centre Avenue
Portage, MI 49002
USA
To view your operations or maintenance manual online, see https://techweb.stryker.com/.
Have the serial number (A) of your Stryker product available when calling Stryker Customer Service or Technical
Support. Include the serial number in all written communication.
Serial number location
A
Date of manufacture
The year of manufacture is the first 2 digits of the serial number.

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Setup
To unpack your product, see the unpacking instructions that are attached to the product inside of the shipping crate.
WARNING
• Always allow the product to reach room temperature before you setup the product or test functional operations.
Permanent product damage may occur.
• Always operate the product when all operators are clear of the mechanisms.
Make sure that the product is working before the product is put into service.
1. Apply the brakes. Push on the product to make sure that all four casters are locked.
2. Raise and lower the hydraulic lift system.
3. Raise the product to the highest height and put the product in the Trendelenburg position. Make sure that the head
end lowers to the lowest position.
4. Raise the product to the highest height and put the product in the Reverse Trendelenburg position. Make sure that
the foot end lowers to the lowest position.
5. Apply the fifth wheel to make sure that it guides and pivots the product.
6. Make sure that the siderails raise, lower, and lock in place.
7. Raise and lower the Fowler backrest.

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Operation
Applying and releasing the brakes
WARNING
Always apply the brakes when a patient is getting on the product or off the product or when the product is not moving.
Injury could result if the product moves while a patient is getting on the product or off the product.
To apply the brakes, push down on the brake (red) side of the brake/steer pedal. Push on the product to make sure that
the brakes work.
To release the brakes, push down on the steer (green) side of the brake/steer pedal.
Raising or lowering the litter
WARNING
• Always put the product in the lowest position with the siderails up and latched when you leave a patient unattended
on the product. Do not leave the product at a higher height.
• Always remove any devices that may be in the way before you raise or lower the litter.
• Do not sit on the end of the product. The product may tip.
• Always keep patient and operator extremities away from collapsed siderails to avoid injury.
To raise the litter, pump the pump pedal (D) until you achieve the desired height (Figure 1-2 on page 1-12).
To lower the entire litter, press on the center of the uni-lower pedal (C).
To lower the head end of the litter, press on the side of the uni-lower pedal (C) closest to the head end of the product.
To lower the foot end of the litter, press on the side of the uni-lower pedal (C) closest to the foot end of the product.
B
A
B
A
B
A
A
B
A
B
CD
CD
Figure 1-2: Raising or lowering the litter

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Operation
Positioning the product in Trendelenburg
WARNING
Always remove any devices that may be in the way before you raise or lower the litter.
CAUTION
Do not use the hydraulics on the base to raise the product with a patient lift under the product.
To position the product in the Trendelenburg position (head down), raise the litter to the highest height (Figure 1-2 on
page 1-12).
Note: Raise the litter to the highest height for a greater Trendelenburg angle.
To put the product in Trendelenburg position, push down on the side of the uni-lower pedal closest to the head end (C).
To lower the product from Trendelenburg position, push down on the center of the uni-lower pedal (C) until the litter is
flat.
Positioning the product in Reverse Trendelenburg
WARNING
Always remove any devices that may be in the way before you raise or lower the litter.
CAUTION
Do not use the hydraulics on the base to raise the product with a patient lift under the product.
To position the product in the Reverse Trendelenburg position (foot down), raise the litter to the highest height (Figure 1-
2 on page 1-12)
To put the product in the Reverse Trendelenburg position, push down on the side of the uni-lower pedal closest to the
foot end (C).
To lower the product from Reverse Trendelenburg position, push down on the center of the uni-lower pedal (C) until the
litter is flat.
Transporting a patient with the retractable fifth wheel
WARNING
• Always position the patient in the center of the product.
• Always remove any devices that may be in the way before you raise or lower the litter.
• Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you transport or clean the product if your product is
equipped with the electric lift or electric litter option.
• Always lock the siderails in the full up position with the sleep surface flat in the lowest position when you transport a
patient.
CAUTION
Do not use the hydraulics on the base to raise the product with a patient lift under the product.

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Transporting a patient with the retractable fifth wheel (Continued)
To transport a patient with the retractable fifth wheel:
1. Push down on the steer side of the brake/steer pedal to apply the fifth wheel.
2. Put the pedal in the neutral position to move the product laterally. Move the product to the desired location.
Note: Do not attempt to move the product laterally with the retractable fifth wheel applied.
3. Apply the brakes to lock the product in place.
Note: Always make sure that the brake is released before you move the product to avoid operator or patient injury.
Positioning or stowing the push handles (optional)
To position or stow the push handles:
1. Pivot the handles up from the end of the product (Figure 1-3 on page 1-14).
2. Push down on the handles to lock them into position.
3. Reverse steps to stow the handles.
Note: Only use the push handles as push or pull devices unless otherwise specified to avoid product damage.
Figure 1-3: Positioning the head end push handles
Raising or lowering the siderails
WARNING
• Always put the product in the lowest position with the siderails up and latched when you leave a patient unattended
on the product. Do not leave the product at a higher height.
• Always lock the siderails in the full up position with the sleep surface horizontal in the lowest position when you
transport a patient.
• Always keep the patient’s limbs away from the siderail spindles when you lower the siderail.
• Do not allow the siderails to lower on their own.
To raise the siderails, use two hands to grasp the siderail. Raise the siderail until the release latch clicks into place. Pull
on the siderail to make sure that the siderail is locked.
To lower the siderails, pull up on the release latch. Guide the siderail to the lowest position.
Note: Do not use siderails as restraint devices to keep the patient from exiting the product. The siderails keep the
patient from rolling off the product. The operator must determine the degree of restraint necessary to make sure that the
patient is safe.