Transporting The Patient Down Stairs - Stryker Stair-PRO 6250 Manual De Uso

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TRANSPORTING THE PATIENT DOWN STAIRS

Figure 21 - Foot end lift handles
WARNING
To avoid injury, transporting the patient on stairs requires a minimum of two operators. If more people are required to
safely control the chair, use the chart on
always verify the lift handles are locked in place before using them to lift the chair.
Models 6250 and 6251
1. Foot end operator - descend in front of the Stair-PRO
2. Head end operator - approach the stairs squarely.
3. Foot end operator - push each red foot end lift handle button and pull out each handle until it stops. Release the
button and verify the handle is locked securely in position.
4. Head end operator - unfold the head end lift handles and face down the stairs.
5. Foot end operator - either face backward for improved patient monitoring or forward for an improved view of the
stairs and easier maneuvering around obstacles.
Note: Although the front operator can face either direction while lifting and carrying,
any applicable protocols for carrying chairs should be followed.
6. Both operators - simultaneously lift the chair, using the head and foot end lift handles and following the
proper lifting techniques (see
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1-20
Operation Guide
page 1-28 as reference for proper positioning of the helpers. To avoid injury,
® Stair Chair.
Figure 23 and 24 - Transporting down stairs
page 1-18). Carry the chair slowly down the stairs, avoiding any obstructions.
6250-001-161 REV D
Figure 22 - Head end lift handles
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