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WARNINGS (continued)
• Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure
before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. If an accident
occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable medical source.
CAUTIONS
• Set the cot height limit to the proper stop height prior to operation.
• Installation of the safety hook should be done by a certified mechanic familiar with ambulance construction. Consult
the vehicle manufacturer before installing the safety hook and be sure the installation of the safety hook does not
damage or interfere with the brake lines, oxygen lines, fuel lines, fuel tank or electrical wiring of the vehicle.
• Ensure that restraints are not entangled in the base frame when raising and lowering the cot.
• Wheel locks are only intended to help prevent the ambulance cot from rolling while unattended. Wheel locks may
not provide sufficient resistance on all surfaces or under loads.
• The ambulance cot fastener comes preconfigured for an X-Frame cot, if the fastener has been configured for an
H-frame style cot, the cot retaining post must be adjusted to accommodate the fastener.
• Only use the battery and charger as specified.
• The POWER PRO XT is not for use with an AC adaptor.
• Ensure that the battery is charged prior to placing into service. An uncharged or depleted battery may cause poor
ambulance cot performance.
• A preventative maintenance program should be established for all Stryker EMS equipment. Preventative maintenance
may need to be performed more frequently based on the usage level of the product. Close attention should be given
to safety features including, but not limited to:
Hydraulic power mechanism
All electrical controls return to off or neutral position when released
For additional maintenance information, refer to the preventative maintenance section.
• Do not store items under the ambulance cot mattress. Storing items under the mattress can interfere with the
operation of the ambulance cot.
• The weight of the equipment in the head end storage flat (if equipped) must not exceed 40 pounds (18 kg).
• The weight of the equipment in the pocketed backrest storage pouch (if equipped) must not exceed 20 pounds
(9 kg).
• To avoid damage to the equipment hook, the weight of the accessories or equipment must not exceed 20 pounds
(9 kg).
• The weight of the IV bags or equipment must not exceed 40 pounds (18 kg) for usage on the IV poles
(if equipped).
• The weight of the oxygen bottle cylinder and/or other equipment must not exceed 40 pounds (18 kg) with the
permanent foot-end oxygen bottle holder (if equipped).
• Before operating the cot, clear any obstacles that may interfere and cause injury to the operator or patient.
• The ambulance cot can be set at any height position. Establish the required load height for the ambulance cot prior
to placing the unit into service.
• Loading, unloading or changing the position of a loaded ambulance cot requires a minimum of two trained operators.
The operator(s) must be able to lift the total weight of the patient, cot and any other items on the cot (if additional
assistance is needed, see page 53 for a reference chart).
• When unloading the ambulance cot from the patient compartment, ensure the caster wheels are safely set on the
ground or damage to the product may occur.
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