Stryker Renaissance Series User manual

1212 Emergency Care Stretcher
Operations Manual
For Parts or Technical Assistance
800–327–0770
Renaissance Series

Table of Contents
Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning / Caution / Note Definition 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Three–Sided Controls Base 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Four–Sided Controls Base 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Raising And Lowering Litter Height 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trendelenberg/Reverse Trendelenberg Positioning 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Directional Steering Caster/5Th Wheel Options 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applying The Brake System 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Push Handles 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Fowler And Knee Gatch 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Siderails 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Optional 2–Stage Permanently Attached I.V. Pole 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Optional Tethered I.V. Pole 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Optional 3–Stage Permanently Attached I.V. Pole 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Optional Foot Extension/Defibrillator Tray 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Optional X–Ray Cassette Holder 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Optional Heel Stirrups 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Optional Head Board/Push Bar 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventative Maintenance
Cleaning 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Biannual Checklist 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty
Obtaining Parts and Service 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental Warranty Coverage 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Return Authorization 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freight Damage Claims 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction
2
INTRODUCTION
This manual is designed to assist you with the operation of the 1212 Emergency Care Stretcher. Read it thor-
oughly before using the equipment or beginning any maintenance on it.
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Weight Capacity 500 pounds
Overall Bed Length \ Width 83 1/2”\ 31 1/2”
Minimum \ Maximum Bed Height 22”/35.5”
Fowler Angle 0 to 90_
Knee Gatch Angle 0 to 30_
Trendelenberg \ Reverse Trendelenberg +18_to –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.

Stretcher Operation
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OPERATING THREE–SIDED CONTROLS BASE
A
A
A
B
B
B
C
C
C
D
E
FOOT END
APump to raise litter.
BDepress to lower head end.
CDepress to lower foot end.
DBrake and Steer functions (control end).
EBrake and Steer functions (non–control end).

Stretcher Operation
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OPERATING FOUR–SIDED CONTROLS BASE
A
A
A
B
B
B
C
C
C
D
D
FOOT END
A
B
C
APump to raise litter.
BDepress to lower head end.
CDepress to lower foot end.
DBrake and Steer functions.

Stretcher Operation
5
RAISING AND LOWERING LITTER HEIGHT
NOTE
For user convenience, there are two stretcher bases available: a ”three–sided”base with pump pedals and
control pedals on both sides of the stretcher and on the foot or head end and a ”four–sided”base with pump
pedals and control pedals on both sides and on both ends.
CAUTION
Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or lowering stretcher height.
To raise the litter height, pump the foot pump pedal (A) repeatedly until desired height is achieved. (See il-
lustration, page 3 for ”three–sided”bases or page 4 for ”four–sided”bases).
To lower the litter height, depress pedal (B) to lower the head end and depress pedal (C) to lower the foot
end of the stretcher. (See illustration, page 3 or page 4). The base may be equipped with optional variable
descent controls. With variable descent controls, the farther you press down on the pedal, the faster the litter
will lower.
NOTE
When lowering both ends of the stretcher simultaneously, activate both pedals (B) and (C) using the same
foot.
TRENDELENBERG/REVERSE TRENDELENBERG 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 stretcher.
For Trendelenberg positioning (head down), depress pedal (B). (See illustration, page 3 or page 4).
For Reverse Trendelenberg positioning (foot down), depress pedal (C). (See illustration, page 3 or page
4).
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_).
OPERATING DIRECTIONAL STEERING CASTER/5TH WHEEL OPTIONS
The purpose of the steer wheel and 5th wheel options are to help guide the stretcher when transporting a
patient along a straight line and also for pivoting at corners.
NOTE
Stretchers cannot be equipped with both steering caster and fifth wheel options. The choice was made at
the time the stretcher was purchased.
Important: For proper ”tracking”of the steer caster or fifth wheel options, push the stretcher approximately
10 feet to allow the wheels to face the direction of travel before engaging the steer pedal. If this procedure
is not followed, proper ”tracking”will not occur, causing difficulty with steering the stretcher.
The steer wheel is located at the foot end of the stretcher on the patient’s left. The 5th wheel is located under-
neath the center of the base assembly.
To engage the steer wheel/5th wheel on a ”Dual Side Control”stretcher, push the right side of pedal (D) to
the full down position. (See illustration page 3).
To engage the steer wheel/5th wheel on a ”Dual End Control”stretcher, pull pedal (D) to the full up position.
(See illustration page 4).

Stretcher Operation
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APPLYING THE BRAKE SYSTEM
NOTE
For user convenience, the Brake/Steer pedal is located on both ends of the stretcher on both ”three–sided”
and ”four–sided”control stretchers.
CAUTION
If brakes do not hold properly, refer to your stretcher maintenance manual for ”Brake Adjustment”
To engage the brakes on the non–control end of a ”three–sided”base stretcher, push fully down on the left
side of pedal (E). (See illustration page 3).
To engage the brakes on the control end of a ”three–sided”base stretcher and on both ends of a ”four–sided”
base stretcher, push fully down on pedal (D). (See illustrations page 3 and 4).
USING PUSH HANDLES
CAUTION
The push handles should always be used when transporting patients. Avoid using other parts of the stretcher
as pushing devices or damage may occur.
I.V. Pole
Siderail
Push Handle Push Handle
Head end push handles in the stored position.
To use the push handles:
Pivot the handles up and push down until they are locked into position.
To store the push handles:
Lift the handles up and pivot them down to store in the handle rests.

Stretcher Operation
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OPERATING THE FOWLER/KNEE GATCH
NOTE
There are two types of Fowler options: 1) crank operated, 2) pneumatic operated. The choice was made at
the time the stretcher was purchased. A crank Knee Gatch is also optional.
Crank Fowler/Crank Knee Gatch:
Pneumatic Fowler:
Turn crank handle (A) clockwise
to raise Fowler, counterclockwise
to lower.
A
B
Turn crank handle (B) clockwise
to raise Knee Gatch, counter–
clockwise to lower.
Squeeze handle (A) for pneumatic assist in lifting
the Fowler to the desired height. Remove hand(s)
from handle when desired height is achieved.
To lower, squeeze handle (A) and push down until
Fowler has reached desired height. Remove hand(s)
from handle when desired height is achieved.
CAUTION
If pneumatic system appears to be difficult to op–
erate, refer to the Stretcher Maintenance Manual
for ”Pneumatic Fowler Adjustment”.
WARNING
Keep hands/fingers clear of area around Fowler
release handle and Fowler frame when lowering.
A
B
Injury could result if care is not taken when lowering
the Fowler.

Stretcher Operation
8
USING SIDERAILS
NOTE
Raising and lowering siderails is a two–handed operation. Use one hand to hold and position the siderail and
the other hand to operate the siderail latch.
WARNING
When lowering the siderail to the collapsed position, keep extremities of patients and staff away from the side-
rail spindles.
B
A
C
To engage siderails: Pull up siderail (A) and raise to full up position so that latch (B) engages. (See illustra-
tion).
To disengage siderails: Pull up on latch (B) and guide siderail to the full down position.
There is an optional siderail release latch (C) at the head end of the stretcher. Pull up on the latch and guide
the siderail down.
CAUTION
Do not allow siderail to lower on its own.

Stretcher Operation
9
OPERATING OPTIONAL 3–STAGE PERMANENTLY ATTACHED I.V. POLE
NOTE
An optional 3–stage permanently attached I.V. Pole may have been
installed at either the head, foot or both ends of the stretcher. The
choice was made at the time the stretcher was purchased.
To use the 3–stage permanently attached I.V. pole:
1. Lift and pivot the pole from the storage position and push down
until it is locked into receptacle (A).
2. To raise the height of the pole, turn the lock actuator (B) counter–
clockwise and pull up on the bottom telescoping portion (C) of the pole
to raise it to the desired height.
3. Turn the lock actuator (B) clockwise to lock the bottom telescoping
portion in place.
4. For a higher I.V. pole, push up on the top section of grip (D) and pull
up on section (E). Release the top section of grip (D) when the desired
height is achieved.
5. Rotate the I.V. hangers (F) to desired position and hang I.V. bags.
CAUTION
The weight of the I.V. bags should not exceed 40 pounds.
OPERATING OPTIONAL 2–STAGE PERMANENTLY
ATTACHED I.V. POLE
NOTE
An optional 2–stage permanently attached I.V. Pole may have been
installed at either the head, foot or both ends of the stretcher. The
choice was made at the time the stretcher was purchased.
To use the 2–stage permanently attached I.V. pole:
1. Lift and pivot the pole from the storage position and push down
until it is locked into receptacle (D).
2. To raise the height of the pole, turn the lock actuator (A) counter–
clockwise and pull up on the telescoping portion (B) of the pole to
raise it to the desired height.
3. Turn the lock actuator (A) clockwise to lock the telescoping portion
in place.
4. Rotate the I.V. hangers (C) to desired position and hang I.V. bags.
CAUTION
The weight of the I.V. bags should not exceed 40 pounds.
A
B
C
D
E
F

Stretcher Operation
10
OPERATING OPTIONAL TETHERED I.V. POLE
To use the tethered I.V. pole:
1. Remove the I.V. pole from the storage trough under the litter and insert
into the receptacle on the corner of the litter frame.
2. To raise the height of the pole, turn knob (A) counterclockwise and pull
up on the telescoping portion (B) of the pole to raise it to the desired height.
3. Turn knob (A) clockwise to lock the telescoping portion in place.
OPERATING OPTIONAL FOOT EXTENSION/DEFIBRILLATOR TRAY
To use as a defibrillator tray, pull out top knob (A) and
pivot tray (B) over the foot extension until tray extends
flat over foot end of stretcher.
To use as a foot extension, pull out knob (A) and pivot
the defibrillator tray back until it locks against the foot
extension (C). While holding onto the assembly, pull
out bottom knob (D) and lower the foot extension down
until it is flat.
A
B
A
B
C
D

Stretcher Operation
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USING OPTIONAL X–RAY CASSETTE HOLDER
A
B
C
D
1. To access the Fowler x–ray cassette holder, raise the Fowler section.
2. Grasp handles (A) and squeeze, allowing locating pins (B) to disengage from mounting brackets (C).
3. Lower tray and install x–ray cassette.
4. Reverse steps 1 & 2 to engage loaded tray to Fowler mounting brackets (C).
5. To completely remove tray from Fowler, remove bottom of tray from mounting brackets (D).
NOTE
The tray position can be adjusted, from the patient’s head to the buttocks area, by loosening the knob on the
front of the tray, sliding the tray to the desired position, and re–tightening the knob to hold the position.

Stretcher Operation
12
OPERATING OPTIONAL HEEL STIRRUPS
1. To use the optional heel stirrups, turn the handle (A)
on the lock screw located under the litter frame and
swing the stirrup assembly into position. Tighten the
handle (A) to hold the assembly in place.
2. Loosen knob (B) and pull out the extension tube (C) to the
desired length. Tighten knob (B).
3. Loosen knob (D) and raise or lower the stirrup (E) to the
desired height. Tighten knob (D).
USING THE OPTIONAL HEADBOARD/PUSHBAR
1. Pull the headboard/pushbar out of its storage position under the litter
frame and insert it into the receptacles.
2. To store, remove the headboard/pushbar from the receptacles
and slide it into the storage brackets until it latches.
A
B
C
D
E

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Preventative Maintenance
CLEANING
1. Hand wash all surfaces of the bed with warm water and mild detergent. Dry thoroughly.
2. Clean Velcro AFTER EACH USE. Saturate Velcro with disinfectant and allow disinfectant to evaporate.
(Appropriate disinfectant for nylon Velcro should be determined by the hospital.)
NOTE
Quaternary Germicidal Disinfectants, used as directed, and/or Chlorine Bleach products, typically 5.25% So-
dium Hypochlorite in dilutions ranging between 1 part bleach to 100 parts water, and 2 parts bleach to 100
parts water are not considered mild detergents. These products are corrosive in nature and may cause dam-
age to your stretcher if used improperly. If these types of products are used to clean Stryker patient handling
equipment, measures must be taken to insure the stretchers are rinsed with clean water and thoroughly dried
following cleaning. Failure to properly rinse and dry the stretchers will leave a corrosive residue on the surface
of the stretcher, possibly causing premature corrosion of critical components. Failure to follow the above
directions when using these types of cleaners may void this product’s warranty.
BIANNUAL CHECKLIST
All fasteners secure
Siderails move and latch properly
All casters lock with brake pedal engaged
Steer function working properly
All casters secure and swivel properly
Body restraints working properly
I.V. pole intact and operating properly
Oxygen bottle holder intact and operating properly
Fowler operates and latches properly
Knee Gatch operates properly
Trendelenberg/Reverse Trendelenberg operating properly
No rips or cracks in mattress cover
Ground chain intact
No leaks at hydraulic connections
Hydraulic jacks holding properly
Hydraulic drop rate set properly
Hydraulic oil level sufficient
Lubricate where required, including the brake adjuster assembly and brake cam
Serial No.______________
______________
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Completed By:_________________________________ Date:_____________

Warranty
14
Limited Warranty:
Stryker Patient Care Division, a division of Stryker Corporation, warrants to the original purchaser that the
1210, 1211, 1212, 1710 and 1711 stretchers should be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of three (3) years after date of delivery. Stryker’s obligation under this warranty is expressly limited
to supplying replacement parts for three years and labor for one year, or replacing, at its option, any product
which is, in the sole discretion of Stryker, found to be defective. Stryker warrants to the original purchaser
that the frame and welds on its beds will be free from structural defects for as long as the original purchaser
owns the bed. If requested by Stryker, products or parts for which a warranty claim is made shall be returned
prepaid to Stryker’s factory. Any improper use or any alteration or repair by others in such manner as in Stryk-
er’s judgement affects the product materially and adversely shall void this warranty. No employee or repre-
sentative of Stryker is authorized to change this warranty in any way.
This statement constitutes Stryker’s entire warranty with respect to the aforesaid equipment. STRYKER
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT
AS SET FORTH HEREIN. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL STRYKER BE
LIABLE HEREUNDER FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN ANY
MANNER RELATED TO SALES OR USE OF ANY SUCH EQUIPMENT.
To Obtain Parts and Service:
Stryker products are supported by a nationwide network of dedicated Stryker Field Service Representatives.
These representatives are factory trained, available locally, and carry a substantial spare parts inventory to
minimize repair time. Simply call your local representative, or call Stryker Customer Service at (800)
327–0770.
Supplemental Warranty Coverage:
Stryker has developed a comprehensive program of extended warranty options designed to keep your equip-
ment operating at peak performance at the same time it eliminates unexpected costs. We recommend that
these programs be activated before the expiration of the new product warranty to eliminate the potential of
additional equipment upgrade charges. Stryker offers the following Supplemental Warranties:
Extended (Parts and Labor)
SAll replacement parts (excluding mattresses and consumable items)
SLabor and travel for all scheduled and unscheduled calls
SBiannual Preventative Maintenance Inspections and repairs
SJCAHO paperwork for preventative maintenance
SPriority Emergency Service
Standard (Labor Only):
SLabor and travel for all scheduled and unscheduled calls
SBiannual Preventative Maintenance Inspections and repairs
SJCAHO paperwork for preventative maintenance
SPriority Emergency Service
Basic (Parts Only):
SAll replacement parts (excluding mattresses and consumable items)
SPriority Emergency Service
Please call your local representative, or call (800) 327–0770 for further information

Warranty
15
Return Authorization:
Merchandise cannot be returned without approval from the Stryker Customer Service Department. An autho-
rization number will be provided which must be printed on the returned merchandise. Stryker reserves the
right to charge shipping and restocking fees on returned items.
SPECIAL, MODIFIED, OR DISCONTINUED ITEMS NOT SUBJECT TO RETURN.
Damaged Merchandise:
ICC Regulations require that claims for damaged merchandise must be made with the carrier within fifteen
(15) days of receipt of merchandise. DO NOT ACCEPT DAMAGED SHIPMENTS UNLESS SUCH DAMAGE
IS NOTED ON THE DELIVERY RECEIPT AT THE TIME OF RECEIPT. Stryker Customer Service must be
notified immediately. Stryker will aid the customer in filing a freight claim with the appropriate carrier for dam-
ages incurred. Claim will be limited in amount to the actual replacement cost. In the event that this information
is not received by Stryker within the fifteen (15) day period following the delivery of the merchandise, or the
damage was not noted on the delivery receipt at the time of receipt, the customer will be responsible for pay-
ment of the original invoice in full.
Claims for any short shipment must be made within thirty (30) days of invoice.

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