English - Directions For Use - Ferno Germa Rescue Lite Manual De Instrucciones

1. Introduction
The Germa Rescue LIte is a full body splint. The splint can
also be placed on top of a Basket stretcher/trolley, to be used
as a patient mattress. The full body splint is principally
designed for the immobilisation of patients where bone and
spinal injuries are suspected. Deep tissue damage can also
be avoided by using full boduy splint.
The full boduy splint is fitted with 3 handles on both sides. It
is also equipped with four patient restraint straps, each with
Fix-Lock, Quick-release plastic buckles.
The full boduy splint should be operated with a minimum
of 2 trained operators when carrying the full body splint
a shorter distance, Additional people may be required
for heavier patients and when carrying longer distance.
Additional carrying belts can also be used to aid manual
handling.
The full boduy splint can be dragged on the ground using
the carry handles or by connecting a carrying belt or rope to
the full boduy splint, making sure to avoid rough surfaces
or sharp edges on the ground along the route of movement.
The Germa Rescue LIte is a full body splint consists of an
outer shell made from airtight material, which has a number
of inner chambers which contain granules. When removing
the air from full body splint using the supplied vacuum
pump, the shell becomes rigid and can be shaped around the
patient as the air is removed.
When the air has been fully evacuated from the Germa
Rescue LIte full body splint, it is rigid and it is not possible
to mould it any more. The mattress wraps around the patient
offering an optimal support and stabilization, without
exerting any pressure on the patient.
The Germa Rescue LIte full body splint can also be used to
support the carry of a patient in water. (See precautions section).
Recommendation: Usable life of 5 years
WARNING
These directions for use may be updated without
futher notice. Copies of the current version are
available from the manufacturer.
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ENGLISH - DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Germa Rescue Lite Full Body Splint
2. Precautions
• Never mould the Germa Rescue LIte is a full body splint
on the top of the head or under the foot soles as it might
cause undesirable pressure against the spine.
• On a regular basis check that the vacuum pump is
functioning correctly, and physically test it by deploying
the full body splint by removing air from it until the shell
becomes hard.
• Avoid handling the splint next to sharp objects. If the splint
is being dragged along the ground, be aware of obstacles on
the ground, such as sharp stones, sticks, glass, sharp edges
etc.
• Check pump, full body splint and carrying straps for any
visible damage or wear and tear. Repair any damage as
required before re-using the full body splint. Change any
defect parts immediately. Ensure that all parts are present
and operating, including the valve cap, patient restraints and
buckles and head strap
• Avoid handling the splint next to open fire.
• On a current basis check that the splint has no visible
cracks.
• The Rescue Lite full body splint is unstable in water. You
must never leave a patient unattended in water at any time.
• When transporting in an aircraft, please note that the
atmospheric pressure in the cabin may drop when reaching
higher altitudes and the vac splint will therefore become
less rigid. In this situation, make sure to evacuate more air
out from the full body splint.
Own modifications on product not allowed – Your medical
specialist to be responsible for any modification.
When decided to take the product out of service and destroy
– make sure to follow your local instuctions or contact us
for additional information.
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