Operating The Pneumatic Fowler - Stryker 1037 Manual De Uso

OPERATING THE PNEUMATIC FOWLER

To raise the fowler, squeeze the red fowler handle (A) for pneumatic assist until the fowler has reached the desired
angle.
To lower the fowler, squeeze the red fowler handle (A) and push down until the fowler has reached the desired angle.
WARNING
• Operation of the pneumatic fowler is a manual procedure. Use caution when raising the fowler while a patient is
on the stretcher. Use proper lifting techniques and get additional assistance, if necessary. Failure to use proper
lifting techniques could cause injury to the operator.
• Keep hands/fingers clear of the area around the fowler release handle and the fowler frame when lowering the
fowler. Injury could result if care is not taken when lowering the fowler.
If the pneumatic fowler is difficult to operate, see the stretcher maintenance manual for "Pneumatic Fowler Adjustment".
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Operation Guide
Figure 7: Pneumatic Fowler
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