Stryker 6254 Mode D'emploi page 6

W W a a r r n n i i n n g g / / C C a a u u t t i i o o n n / / N N o o t t e e D D e e f f i i n n i i t t i i o o n n
The words W W A A R R N N I I N N G G , C C A A U U T T I I O O N N , and N N O O T T E E carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
W W A A R R N N I I N N G G
Alerts the reader about a situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also describe
potential serious adverse reactions and safety hazards.
C C A A U U T T I I O O N N
Alerts the reader of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the
user or patient or damage to the product or other property. This includes special care necessary for the safe and effective
use of the device and the care necessary to avoid damage to a device that may occur as a result of use or misuse.
N N o o t t e e - - Provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.
S S u u m m m m a a r r y y o o f f s s a a f f e e t t y y p p r r e e c c a a u u t t i i o o n n s s
Always read and strictly follow the warnings and cautions listed on this page. Service only by qualified personnel.
W W A A R R N N I I N N G G
• Always make sure that the chair is locked in the unfolded position before use. An unlocked chair may fold during use.
• Always use all restraint straps to secure the occupant on the product. An unrestrained occupant may fall from the
product and be injured.
• Do not apply a wheel lock when an occupant is on the product or when you move the product to avoid the risk of tipping.
• Always avoid getting dirt or other obstructions inside the tracks. The S S t t a a i i r r - - T T R R E E A A D D system may not work the same on all
stair surfaces and in all environmental conditions. Based on conditions, you may encounter varying amounts of
resistance. Water, ice, or debris on the stairs can affect operator footing and proper operation of the S S t t a a i i r r - - T T R R E E A A D D
system. To avoid injury, clear the path or consider an alternate route. Condensation, water, ice, or debris on the S S t t a a i i r r - -
T T R R E E A A D D system can cause unpredictable performance that results in a sudden change in the weight the operators must
support.
• Do not allow untrained helpers to assist in the operation of the product. Untrained helpers may cause injury to the
occupant or themselves.
• Always transport an occupant weighing more than 200 lb on stairs with a minimum of two trained operators.
• Do not attempt to transport occupant loads greater than what you can safely lift.
• Do not use the chair with suspected cervical, spinal, or fracture injuries.
• Do not allow the occupant to stand on the footrest to avoid injury or equipment damage.
• Always use caution when you use casters. Casters are not suitable for all surfaces.
• Always lock the S S t t a a i i r r - - T T R R E E A A D D system in position before you transport an occupant.
• Always lock the lift handles in position before you use the lift handles to lift the chair.
• Always clean and dry the S S t t a a i i r r - - T T R R E E A A D D system before you transport an occupant.
• Do not leave an occupant unattended. Hold the product while an occupant is on the product.
• Do not install or apply a wheel lock on a product with worn wheels that are less than 5 in. diameter.
• Always secure all tubes, regulators, and accessories for the oxygen bottle to prevent interference with the tracks,
wheels, or other mechanisms of the chair.
• Always clean or dispose of contaminated chair components to avoid risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and
injury to the occupant or operator.
• Always use any appropriate personal protective equipment while power washing to avoid inhaling contagion. Power
washing equipment may aerate contamination.
C C A A U U T T I I O O N N
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the occupant or operator. Operate the product only as described in
this manual.
EN 2 6254-109-005 Rev AA.0