Operation; Operating Guidelines; Proper Lifting Techniques - Stryker M-1 Manual Del Usuario

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Operating guidelines

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WARNING
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described in
this manual.
• Do not allow untrained assistants to assist in the operation of the product.
• Always follow proper hand placement on hand grips. Keep all hands clear of the red safety bar pivots when you
load or unload the cot or change cot height position.
• Do not ride on the base of the cot.
• Do not transport the cot sideways to avoid the risk of tipping. Always transport the cot in a lowered position, head
end or foot end first to minimize the risk of tipping.
• Always keep hands, fingers, and feet away from moving parts. Use caution when placing your hands and feet near
the base tubes while you raise or lower the cot.
CAUTION
Always clear any obstacles that may interfere and cause injury to the operator or patient before operating the product.
• Operate the product only as described in this manual.
• Read all labels and instructions on the product before use.
• Practice changing height positions and loading the cot until you fully understand the operation of the product.
• Always load or unload an occupied cot with a minimum of two trained operators. Two operators must be present
when a cot is occupied. Stryker recommends that both operators are at the foot end to reduce the load on each
operator. One or two operators can lift from the foot end of the cot.
• Do not adjust, roll, or load the cot into a vehicle without advising the patient. Stay with the patient and control the
product at all times.
• You can transport the cot in any position. Stryker recommends that the operators transport the patient in the lowest
comfortable position to maneuver the cot.
• Only use the wheel locks during patient transfer or without a patient on the product.
• Do not apply a wheel lock when an occupant is on the product or when moving the product to avoid the risk of
tipping.
• Always use all restraint straps to secure the patient on the product. An unrestrained patient may fall from the
product.
• Use properly trained helpers to control the cot, when necessary.

Proper lifting techniques

When you lift the product and occupant, follow these proper lifting techniques to avoid the risk of injury:
• Keep your hands close to your body
• Keep your back straight
• Coordinate all movement with your partner
• Lift with your legs
• Avoid twisting
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