USERS’ MANUAL
Australia
BRH-678-MS Multi-Stretcher Pedi-Mate®
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FERNO AUSTRALIA: 11 Johnstone Road, Brendale, Queensland 4500, Australia
T: +61 7 3881 4999 / F: +61 7 3881 1125 / E: info@ferno.com.au
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Ferno Technical Support & Customer Service
Customer service and product support are important
aspects of each Ferno product. For technical support
questions:
AUSTRALIA & TERNATIONAL
Telephone (Toll-free) 1800 804 647
Telephone +61 7 3881 4999
Email info@ferno.com.au
Internet www.ferno.com.au
Disclaimer
This manual contains general instructions for the use,
operation and care of this product. The instructions are
not all-inclusive. Safe and proper use of this product is
solely at the discretion of the user. Safety information
is included as a service for the user. All other safety
measures taken by the user should be within and
under consideration of applicable regulations. It is
recommended that training on the proper use of this
product be provided before using this product in an
actual situation.
Australia
Retain this manual for future reference. Include it
with the product in the event of transfer to new users.
Additional free electronic copies are available upon
request from Customer Service.
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The information disclosed in this manual is the
property of Ferno Australia and Ferno Washington,
Inc., Wilmington, Ohio, USA. Ferno Australia and Ferno
Washington, Inc reserves all patent rights, proprietary
design rights, manufacturing rights, reproduction use
rights, and sales use rights thereto, and to any article
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expressly granted to others or where not applicable to
vendor proprietary parts.
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Table of Contents
1 - SAFETY INFORMATION .................................................................................. 4
1.1 Warning ...........................................................................................................................4
1.2 Important .......................................................................................................................4
1.3 Blood borne Disease Notice ....................................................................................4
1.4 Safety and Instruction Labels .................................................................................. 4
1.5 Symbol Glossary ...........................................................................................................4
2 - OPERATOR SKILLS & TRAINING ..................................................................... 5
2.1 Skills .................................................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Training ...........................................................................................................................5
3 - ABOUT THE PEDI-MATE ................................................................................. 6
3.1 Pedi-Mate Description ...............................................................................................6
3.2 General Specications ...............................................................................................6
4 - USING THE PEDI-MATE .................................................................................. 8
4.1 Before placing the Pedi-Mate in Service .............................................................8
4.2 General guidelines for use ........................................................................................ 8
4.3 Preparing the cot and securing the Pedi-Mate to the cot............................. 9
4.4 Loosening the harness straps .............................................................................. 11
4.5 Releasing the patient from the Pedi-Mate harness ...................................... 12
4.6 Storing the Pedi-Mate ............................................................................................. 12
5 - MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 12
5.1 Maintenance schedule ........................................................................................... 12
5.2 Disinfecting the Pedi-Mate.................................................................................... 12
5.3 Cleaning the Pedi-Mate .......................................................................................... 12
5.4 Inspecting the Pedi-Mate ...................................................................................... 12
6 - LIMITED WARRANTY SUMMARY ................................................................. 13
7 - FERNO CUSTOMER RELATIONS ................................................................... 13
TRAINING RECORD ........................................................................................... 14
MAINTENANCE RECORD ...................................................................................15
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1 - SAFETY INFORMATION
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1.1 Warning
Warning notices indicate a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or
death.
WARNING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to apply the Pedi-Mate.
Improper use of the Pedi-mate can cause injury. Use
the Pedi-Mate only for the purpose described in this
manual.
Improper application can cause injury. Apply the
Pedi-Mate only as described in this manual.
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
1.2 Important
Important notices emphasize important usage or
maintenance information.
Important
Disinfectants and cleaners containing
bleach, phenolics, or iodines can damage
the Pedi-Mate. Do not disinfect or clean
the Pedi-Mate with products containing
these chemicals.
1.3 Blood borne Disease Notice
To reduce the risk of exposure to blood borne diseases
such as HIV-1 and hepatitis when using the Pedi-Mate,
follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this
manual.
1.4 Safety and Instruction Labels
Safety and Instruction labels place important
information from the Users’ Manual on the Pedi-Mate.
Secure and snug all straps. Unsecured or loose straps
may allow movement and result in injury or death of
the patient.
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the
Pedi-Mate only as described in this manual.
Modifying the Pedi-Mate can cause injury and
damage. Use the Pedi-Mate only as designed by
Ferno.
1.5 Symbol Glossary
The symbols dened below appear in this users’
manual. Ferno uses symbols recognised by the
International Standards Organisation (ISO), the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the
emergency medical services industry.
Indicates a general warning of potential
injury. Specic warnings are indicated by
the words or additional symbols used with
the triangle symbol.
Use of the Pedi-Mate requires a minimum
of one trained operator.
Read the Users’ Manual
The Pedi-Mate load limit is minimum 4.5 kg
4.5 kg
to 18 kg
and maximum 18 kg.
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2.1 Skills
2 - OPERATOR SKILLS & TRAINING
Operators using the Pedi-Mate need:
p A working knowledge of emergency patient-
handling procedures
p The ability to assist the patient
p A complete understanding of the procedures
described in this manual.
2.2 Training
Trainees need to:
p Follow a training program designed by their
training ocer.
p Read this manual. For additional free users’
manuals, contact your Ferno distributor or Ferno
Customer Relations
p Practice with the Pedi-Mate before using it in
regular service
p Be tested on their understanding of the Pedi-Mate
p Record their training information. A sample training
record sheet is provided on page 14
WARNING
Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel to apply the Pedi-Mate.
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3 - ABOUT THE PEDI-MATE
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3.1 Pedi-Mate Description
The Multi-Stretcher Pedi-Mate is designed to secure
infants and toddlers from 4.5 kg to 18 kg. It can be
securely attached to a wide range of cots without the
need to attach to specic mount points.
The Pedi-Mate is for professional use by one or more
trained operators. It is designed for use only in an
emergency setting and only by suitable trained
personnel. Where child restraint is needed outside of
this setting, the transport vehicle should be tted with
restraints in accordance with applicable local standards
and regulations.
The Pedi-Mate is not designed as an immobilisation
device and should not be used to immobilise the
patient or as part of an immobilisation system.
The Pedi-Mate has been dynamically crash tested with
an 18 kg crash dummy to guidelines of the Australian/
New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4535:1999 Ambulance
Restraint Systems.
FEATURES
The Multi-Stretcher Pedi-Mate oers safe restraint of
children weighing 4.5 kg to 18 kg during cot transport.
The Ferno Pedi-Mate rolls compactly allowing for ease
of storage and quick retrieval. It is made from soft,
lightweight, medical grade vinyl.
3.2 General Specications
Open, Flat Metric Imperial
Width 48 cm 19”
Length 80 cm 31.5”
Rolled
Diameter 10 cm 4”
Length 48 cm 19”
Weight 1.2 kg 2.6 lb
Load Limit
Minimum 4.5 kg 10 lb
Maximum 18 kg 40 lb
Most general specications are rounded to the nearest
whole number.
For more information about the Pedi-Mate, contact
Ferno Customer Relations or your Ferno distributor.
Ferno reserves the right to change specications
without notice.
LOAD LIMIT
The six-point patient harness consists of three xed non
patient, webbing straps that secure the harness to the
cots backrest and mainframe. It also has two over the
shoulder straps that secure to a crotch strap with fast
release buckle and an integral chest/torso strap with
buckle and clasp. All patient straps are fully adjustable.
COMPATIBLE COTS
The Multi-Stretcher Pedi-Mate can be tted and used
with cots that have manufacturer patient crash rated
back rest and main frames that are applicable to local
standards and regulations.
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4.5 kg
Inspect the Pedi-Mate if the
load limit has been exceeded.
to 18 kg
(see Inspecting the Pedi-Mate)
WARNING
Improper use of the Pedi-mate can cause injury. Use
the Pedi-Mate only for the purpose described in this
manual.
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Shoulder Straps
Velcro tab for rolled storage
Chest Clip
Upper non patient
strap with U bracket
Shoulder Straps
U Bracket
Integral chest
torso strap
Medical grade
vinyl back pad
Integral chest
torso strap
Shoulder strap
adjuster tab
Crotch strap
and crotch strap
buckle
Lower non patient
straps with clasp
and buckle
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Lower non patient
straps with clasp
and buckle
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Manuals, please contact Ferno
Customer Relations or download
it at www.ferno.com.au
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4 - USING THE PEDI-MATE
4.1 Before placing the Pedi-Mate in
Service
p Personnel who will work with the Pedi-Mate need
to read this manual and practice using the PediMate
p Conrm that the Pedi-Mate operates properly.
Follow instructions in Inspecting the Pedi-
, page 12.
Mate
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WARNING
Improper use of the Pedi-mate can cause injury. Use
the Pedi-Mate only for the purpose described in this
manual.
4.2 General guidelines for use
p Medical advice is beyond the parameters of this
manual.
p It is the Pedi-Mate users’ responsibility to ensure
safe practices for the patient and themselves.
p It is the responsibility of qualied Emergency
Medical Service personnel to assess the patient’s
condition and determine the proper equipment
and procedures to use.
p Follow standard emergency patient-handling
procedures when using the Pedi-Mate.
p Stay with the patient at all times.
p Always use the patient harness.
p Use the Pedi-Mate only when all elements are in
good working order.
p Use the Pedi-Mate only with cots that have
manufacturer patient crash rated back rest and
main frames that are applicable to local standards
and regulations.
WARNING
An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the
patient at all times.
WARNING
Secure and snug all straps. Unsecured or loose straps
may allow movement and result in injury or death of
the patient.
p NEVER use the Pedi-Mate in the front seat of an
ambulance.
p NEVER use the Pedi-Mate as an immobilisation
device or as part of an immobilisation system.
p If the Pedi-Mate is in use at the time of a vehicular
accident, remove the Pedi-Mate from service and
replace it.
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4.3 Preparing the cot and securing the
Pedi-Mate to the cot.
1. Remove any restraints attached to the cot.
2. Raise the cot backrest and lock it in place at an
angle between 15 and 45 degrees. This will keep
the patient’s shoulders higher than the pelvis and
maintain the proper centre of gravity.
3. Unroll the Pedi-Mate and spread it at on the
cot mattress, centre the orange back pad left to
right on the mattress, unbuckle and align the two
upper non patient straps (with U bracket) to the
mid/upper point on the cot backrest. (Figure 1)
4. Position the metal U bracket on the upper non
patient strap onto the side of the backrest frame
and connect the clasp and buckle behind the
backrest frame and tighten/adjust accordingly.
NOTE: Ensure the straps for the harness mount
points are not twisted. (Figures 2 and 3)
Fig 1: Pedi-Mate positioned on a cot, ready for securing
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Fig 2: Position the U bracket onto the side of the backrest frame
Fig 3: Upper non patient strap tightened
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5. Align the two lower non patient straps with the
base of the cot backrest. Feed the two buckles
around the both main frames and connect to
the clasp and tighten/adjust accordingly. NOTE:
Ensure the straps for the harness mount points
are not twisted & the Pedi-Mate is centrally
positioned. (Figures 4 and 5)
6. Ensure Pedi-Mate is centrally positioned and
securely in place. Undo and lengthen all patient
straps, buckles and restraints so the Pedi-Mate is
ready for patient. (Figure 6)
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Fig 4: Lower non patient strap to a Ferno cot
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Fig 5: Lower non patient strap to a Stryker cot
Fig 6: Pedi-Mate securely in place
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7. Place the patient on the Pedi-Mate so the integral
chest/torso strap is aligned with the patient’s
chest.
8. Pull the shoulder straps over the patient’s
shoulders and position ready to connect to the
crotch strap buckle. Attach and adjust chest clip
as required for patient. (Figure 7)
9. Pull the crotch strap buckle up between the
patient’s legs and lay the strap on the patient’s
abdomen.
10. Connect the shoulder straps to the crotch strap
buckle and adjust the shoulder straps until they
are snug against the patient’s shoulders. (Figure 8)
11. Fasten the chest restraints over the chest of the
patient and adjust to a snug position on the
patient. NOTE: the chest restraint should go under
the patient’s arms. (Figure 9)
Fig 7: Shoulder straps in place for crotch strap buckle
12. The harness should safely secure the patient
without causing discomfort or impairing
circulation.
13. After tting harness to patient, recheck that all
harness ttings are still in correct positions and
have not been dislodged.
WARNING
Secure and snug all straps. Unsecured or loose straps
may allow movement and result in injury or death of
the patient.
4.4 Loosening the harness straps
To loosen the patient straps, grasp the adjustment tabs
with one hand and pull the strap back through the tab
with your other hand.
Fig 8: Shoulder and crotch strap tted
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Fig 9: Chest strap tted
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4.5 Releasing the patient from the
Pedi-Mate harness
1. Loosen the two shoulder straps and chest strap.
2. Slide the chest clip down toward the central
buckle and unthread the shoulder strap on the
patient’s left side from the clip.
3. Press the red release button in the central buckle
and pull the buckle slightly downward to release
the shoulder straps from the buckle.
4. Slide the shoulder straps away from the patient’s
body.
5. Lift the patient from the Pedi-Mate according to
local protocols.
4.6 Storing the Pedi-Mate
1. Detach the Pedi-Mate from the cot and spread it
at on the cot mattress.
2. Attach the shoulder straps to the central buckle
and adjust all straps to lay smoothly against the
vinyl back pad.
3. Fold the non adjustable stretcher straps neatly
across the vinyl back pad.
4. Fold the crotch panel up toward the centre of the
vinyl back pad and roll the Pedi-Mate upward.
5. Secure the roll with the hook and loop attached.
5 - MAINTENANCE
5.2 Disinfecting the Pedi-Mate
Wipe or spray all surfaces of the Pedi-Mate and all
straps with approved medical disinfectant. Follow the
disinfectant manufacturer’s directions for application
and contact time.
5.3 Cleaning the Pedi-Mate
Hand wash the Pedi-Mate vinyl back pad and all straps
with warm, soapy water and a clean cloth or soft brush.
Rinse with clear water. Dry the Pedi-Mate with a towel
and allow the straps to air dry in a well ventilated area
away from direct sunlight and heat. DO NOT immerse
the buckles in water.
5.4 Inspecting the Pedi-Mate
Have your service’s equipment maintenance personnel
inspect the Pedi-Mate. Follow the inspection checklist.
If the inspection shows damage or excessive wear,
remove the Pedi-Mate from service. Ferno recommends
that in addition to scheduled maintenance, operators
perform a visual inspection each time the Pedi-Mate is
used. If damage is noted, remove the Pedi-Mate from
service immediately and replace it.
INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Are all components present?
Is the Pedi-Mate free of excessive wear?
Is all stitching secure?
Do the central buckle and adjustment tabs operate properly
and smoothly?
Are there cuts or tears in the vinyl back pad or straps?
5.1 Maintenance schedule
The Pedi-Mate requires regular maintenance. Set up
and follow a maintenance schedule (see maintenance
record sheet on page 15). The table below represents
minimum intervals for maintenance. When using
maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’
directions and read the manufacturers’ material safety
data sheets.
MIN MAINTENANCE
INTERVAL
Disinfecting
Cleaning
Inspecting
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EACH USE AS NEEDED
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l
l l
EACH
MONTH
WARNING
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the Pedi-Mate
only as described in this manual.
Modifying the Pedi-Mate can cause injury and damage. Use the
Pedi-Mate only as designed by Ferno.
Important
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, phenolics, or
iodines can damage the Pedi-Mate. Do not disinfect or clean
the Pedi-Mate with products containing these chemicals.
If the Pedi-Mate is in use at the time of a vehicular accident,
remove the Pedi-Mate from service and replace it.
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6 - LIMITED WARRANTY SUMMARY
Ferno products are warranted to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of one year,
except:
» External nishes (gelcoat, paint, powdercoat,
decals, etc.) are warranted for 90 days.
» Soft goods (webbing, vinyl, fabric, foam, etc.) are
warranted for 90 days.
» Mortuary products (except hydraulic parts and soft
goods) are warranted for 2 years.
» Ambulance cots and ambulance transporters
(except external nish and soft goods) are warranted
for 2 years.
» EZ Glide™ Chairs are warranted for 2 years.
» EMS bags (replaceable bottom excluded) and
backboards are warranted for lifetime replacement.
(Damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse or
improper care will be repaired at a reasonable
charge for which you will be informed prior to the
repair work being done.)
» Integrated Charging System (ICS) is warranted for
two years.
Ferno repairs are warranted for 90 days from the
date of repair.
This limited warranty applies only when the product
is used as described in the instructions provided. The
warranty period begins when the product is shipped
from Ferno or when you receive it if you have proof
of delivery. Shipping charges are not covered by
this limited warranty. Ferno is not liable for shipping
damages or damages sustained through using the
product.
Limited Warranty Obligation
If a product is proven defective, Ferno will repair or
replace it, or, at our option, refund the item’s purchase
price. In no event is Ferno liable for more than the
selling price of the product. The purchaser accepts
these terms in lieu of all damages.
This is a summary of the limited warranty. The actual
terms and conditions of the limited warranty, and the
limitations of liability and disclaimers, are available
upon request by calling 1800 804 647.
7 - FERNO CUSTOMER RELATIONS
Customer service and product support are important
aspects of each Ferno product. Please have the date of
manufacture of your Pedi-Mate available when calling
Ferno Customer Relations, and include it in all written
communications.
The coded date of manufacture is stamped on the PediMate label sewn to the back side of the Pedi-Mate vinyl
back pad.
Telephone (toll free Australia) 1800 804 647
Telephone +61 7 3881 4999
Fax +61 7 3881 1125
Internet www.ferno.com.au
Non-Ferno products sold by Ferno retain the product
manufacturer’s original warranties. Ferno oers no
warranties of any kind additional to those of the
product manufacturer, nor does Ferno assume any
liability for products manufactured by others.
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DATE NAME TRAINING METHOD
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED PERFORMED BY
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