User's Manual

www.stryker.com 6390-009-001 REV B 11
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Summary of Safety Precautions
Carefully read and strictly follow the warnings and cautions listed on this page. Service only by qualified personnel.
WARNING
• Do not operate Power-LOAD using a voltage inconsistent with the rating on the unit.
• To avoid the risk of equipment damage or smoke hazard, do not use Power-LOAD above its duty cycle.
• To ensure performance and prevent power hazards, connect Power-LOAD to a 12.8V-15.6V DC vehicle circuit that
is on a 15A breaker. Do not connect Power-LOAD to a 24V DC vehicle circuit.
• Power-LOAD is designed to be compatible with the Performance-PRO XT, Power-PRO XT, and Power-PRO IT cots
with the Power-LOAD option only. In certain situations, you can use Power-LOAD as a standard antler for most
X-frame cots, but a rail clamp assembly is required for all cots without the Power-LOAD option.
• It is the responsibility of the cot operator to ensure that the cot being used in the Stryker Model 6390 Power-LOAD
system is a Power-LOAD compatible cot. Injury may result if a non-compatible cot is used in the Stryker Model
6390 Power-LOAD system.
• Improper installation can result in injury. Install the Stryker Model 6390 Power-LOAD system as described in this
manual. Ensure that, at a minimum, your configuration with Power-LOAD is tested to meet AMD Standard 004.
• Take special precautions regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) when using medical electrical equipment
like Power-LOAD. Install and place Power-LOAD into service according to the EMC information in this manual.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the function of Power-LOAD.
• To avoid the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, properly secure the item that you are cutting and be
aware of the area around your cutting location. Always wear appropriate eye protection while operating a saw.
• During installation, always wear safety glasses and a face mask while operating a router.
• To avoid the risk of personal injury or vehicle damage, be aware of items around and below the electrical inlet during
floor plate installation.
• Ensure that all gaps to the exterior of the vehicle are sealed to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle
patient compartment.
• To prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle patient compartment, route the drain tube under the vehicle
away from the exhaust system.
• To avoid the risk of personal injury or vehicle damage, be aware of items around and below the anchor to vehicle
cable during floor plate installation.
• Failure to install the safety hook can cause injury to the patient or operator. Install and use the safety hook as
described in this manual.
• To avoid the risk of injury, two installers are required when lifting and positioning the transfer assembly.
• To avoid the risk of injury, keep hands and fingers clear of all moving mechanisms.
• To avoid the risk of injury, two installers are required when lifting and positioning the trolley assembly.
• To avoid the risk of patient injury, adjust the cot height to match the vehicle deck height as described in the
appropriate cot operations/maintenance manual for your cot model.
• Improper usage of the Power-LOAD system or any accessory can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate
the Power-LOAD system and accessories only as described in the manuals.
• For manual operations, the operator must support the foot end of the cot.
• Failure to ensure proper Power-LOAD functionality prior to use may result in patient and/or operator injury.
• Use caution while moving around in the vehicle patient compartment to avoid tripping on Power-LOAD.
• To avoid the risk of operator and/or patient injury, use caution when operating Power-LOAD in adverse weather
conditions (for example, rain, ice, snow).
• Entanglement in powered cot and/or Power-LOAD mechanisms can cause serious injury. Operate the cot and/or
Power-LOAD only when all persons are clear of the mechanisms.
• Practice loading and unloading the cot with Power-LOAD until operation of the product is fully understood. Improper
use can cause injury.
• Do not allow untrained personnel to assist in the operation of Power-LOAD. Untrained technicians/personnel can
cause injury to the patient or themselves.
• To reduce the risk of patient injury and/or equipment damage, do not drive the vehicle with the trolley in the mid
position. This position does not lock and is not intended for driving.
• Power-LOAD is only an assisting device. Operators are responsible for evaluating each situation to determine how
to distribute and lift the weight being transported. Always use both hands when handling the cot.
• When handling weights over 400 lb (181 kg), ensure there are enough operators to handle the forces required for
loading/unloading. To increase safety, users should attempt to perform loading/unloading on flat surfaces.