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CAUTION
• Do not modify this stretcher . Modifying the unit can cause unpredictable operation resulting in injury to the patient
or operator . Modifying the unit will also void its warranty .
• This stretcher is not intended for pediatric use or for patients under 50 pounds . This stretcher is intended for use by
trained hospital personnel only .
• The Model 1025 Stretcher is equipped with a hospital grade plug for protection against electric shock hazard . It
must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle . Grounding reliability can be achieved only
when a hospital grade receptacle is used . Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or
lowering the litter height .
• Be sure to remove any equipment that may be in the way before lowering the stretcher .
• Remove the batteries if the equipment is placed in storage or will remain idle for an extended period of time . Each
battery weighs 25 pounds . To avoid personal injury, use caution when removing the two batteries .
• Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm . Wash hands after handling. Properly
dispose of batteries when required .
• Do not engage the pedal when the drive wheel is resting on a threshold or other raised area . The force required to
engage the drive wheel will be higher than normal, possibly causing damage .
• To avoid injury or damage to the equipment . Do not allow the siderail to lower on its own .
• The weight capacity of the knee gatch is 200 pounds . Do not sit or stand on the gatch . Injury or damage to the
equipment could occur .
• To avoid damage, the weight of the I . V . bags should not exceed 40 pounds .
• To avoid damage, do not put items weighing more than 30 pounds on the serving tray .
• Always unplug the power cord and rotate the "On/Drive - Off/Manual" switch to the Off position before service or
cleaning .
• If large fluid spills occur in the area of the Circuit boards or motors, immediately unplug the power cord from the
power source and rotate the "On/Drive - Off/Manual" switch to the Off position . Remove the patient from the unit
and clean up the fluid . Have maintenance completely check the unit . Fluids can short out controls and may cause
the unit to operate erratically or make some functions completely inoperable . Component failure caused by fluids
could even cause the unit to operate unpredictably and could cause injury to the patient . Do not put the unit back
into service until it is completely dry and has been thoroughly tested for safe operation .
• The cutout for the oxygen bottle holder may not be used for storage of oxygen bottles or patient belongings .
• The hood may not be used for stepping .
Note
Clean hood storage area regularly .
The bottom of the brake rings should be cleaned regularly to prevent wax and/or floor remnant buildup .
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