Traverse 11-0115SL User Manual

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Engineered For Your Mission

Titan-Ti Basket Stretcher

USER MANUAL

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TR106v01-201512

Model 11-0115SL …... Titan-Ti Split Regular w/ StrātLoad Model 11-0116SL…………..Titan-Ti Regular w/ StrātLoad Model 11-0118SL …………Titan-Ti Tapered w/ StrātLoad Model 11-0119SL……Titan-Ti Split Tapered w/ StrātLoad

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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 discrestion of the user. Safety information is included as a service to the user. All other 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.

Retain this manual for future reference. Include it with the product in the event of transfer to new users. Additional free copies are available upon request from Customer Care.

Proprietary Notice

The information disclosed in this manual is the property of Traverse Rescue, LLC., Mississauga, ON Canada. Traverse Rescue, LLC. reserves all patent rights, proprietary design rights, manufacturing rights, reproduction use rights, and sales use rights thereto, and to any article disclosed therein except to the extent those rights are expressly granted to others or where not applicable to vendor proprietary parts.

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2460 Tedlo Street

Mississauga, Ontario

Canada L5A 3V3

Telephone: …………………..........................905 279 7866

Toll Free (Canada & US): .........................1 866 998 7866

1.Safety Information

1.1 Warnings

The following are warnings in this manual:

Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured. Permit only trained personnel to operate this stretcher.

Improper use of the stretcher can cause injury. use the stretcher only for the purpose described

in this manual

An unrestrained or improperly restrained patient can suffer injuries. Always secure the patient in the stretcher with a restraint system suitable to

the situation

Improper operation can cause injury. Operate

the stretcher only as described in this manual

An un-attended patient can be injured. Stay with

the patient at all times

Helpers can cause injury or be injured. Maintain

control of the stretcher and direct all helpers

Improper maintenance can cause injury and damage. Maintain stretcher only as described in

this manual

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Fax : .............................................................905 615 1367

Web Site: www.traverserescue.com

Traverse Rescue, LLC manufactures its products under a strict Quality Assurance Program. We also recognize and comply to any applicable standards that apply to each product.

The CE symbol on Traverse Rescue LLC products signifies they have been self certified in accordance with the European Community Council Directive 93/42/EEC. Traverse Rescue, LLC declares that products that bear the CE mark conform with all the provisions of this Directive that apply to them.

Basket Stretchers manufactured by Traverse Rescue, LLC have been determined to be Class 1 devices.

Made in Canada.

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Improper parts and service can cause injury. Use only Traverse-approved parts and service

on the stretcher

Modifying the stretcher can cause injury and damage. Use the stretcher only as-sold by

Traverse.

Attaching improper or inappropriate items to the stretcher can cause injury. Use only Traverse-

Approved items on the stretcher

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1.2 Important

Boxes like the one below emphasize important information.

Important

Rescue procedures using ropes, harnesses, bridles and other Personal Protective Equipment require special skills and are potentially hazardous activities. No rescue personnel should attempt such rescue procedures unless he or she has received professional Instruction and training

1.3 Bloodborne Disease Notice

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires employers to protect workers from workplace exposure to bloodborne diseases such as HIV-1 and hepatitus. To reduce the risk of exposure when using the stretcher, follow disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this manual.

1.4 Safety Labels

Labels place important information from the Users’ Manual on the stretchers.

Read and follow label instructions. Replace worn or damages labels immediately. New labels are available from Traverse.

Load Limit - 1134 kg / 2500 lb

Read and Understand the Manual Before Use

1134 kg.

LOAD LIMIT

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2500 LB.

LOAD LIMIT

3. About The Stretcher

3.1 General Specifications

Polyethylene Netting...-65°F/-54°C to +200°F/+93°C

Restraint Webbing

Tensile Strength.......................975 lbs. / 442 kg

Load Rating ............................500 lbs. / 227 kg

Restraint Buckles

Minimum Tensile Load.........4000 lbs. / 1814 kg

Buckles meet ANSI Z359.1 and CSA Z259.1

Traverse reserves the right to change specifications with out notice.

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Untrained Operators can cause in injured. Permit only trained personnel to operate the stretcher.

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Length 83.5” 212 cm

or b

The Load-Limit label shown is affixed to the stretcher.

2. Operator Skills and Training

2.1 Skills

Operators using the stretcher need:

 A working knowledge of emergency patient-handling

procedures.

 The ability to assist the patient  A complete understanding of the procedures described in

this manual

2.2 Training

Trainees need to:

 Follow a training program designed or approved by their

training officer

 read this manual. For additional free users’ manuals,

contact Traverse Customer Care.

 Practice with the stretcher before using it in regular service  be tested on their understanding of the stretcher  record their training information

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Width - Non Split 23” 58 cm

Width - Split 23.75” 60 cm

Depth 7” 18 cm

Weight (non-split) 13 lbs 6 kg

Weight (Split-Apart) 17 lbs 8 kg

Rated Load Limit 2500 lbs 11 kN

4. Restraints

4.1 About the Restraints

A total of four restraints are included with your purchase of this stretcher.

These restraints are to supplement what you will typically use to tie-in a patient in a high-angle situation. We have made them to a suitable strength in order to complement your own system of tubular webbing, cord or the like. These restraints are only for securing the patient into the stretcher, and are not to be used for lifting or for any other purpose.

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4.2 Fastening and Tightening the Restraints

The strap with the three-bar buckle is constructed with a looped end that attaches to the stretcher, and a free end that that is used to tighten the restraint (figure 1).

1. Pass the three-bar buckle and webbing upward through the opening in the two-bar buckle (fig. 2). Make sure to pull the free end of the webbing completely through the opening.

2. Pull slightly on the free end of the webbing to firmly seat the three-bar buckle on top of the two-bar buckle (fig. 3).

Three-Bar Buckle

Webbing, Looped End

Figure 1, Components

Three-Bar Buckle

Figure 2, Fastening the Buckle

Two-Bar

Three-Bar Buckle

Buckle

Figure 3, Seating the Buckles

Webbing, Free End

Two-Bar Buckle

Two-Bar Buckle Webbing,

Webbing Free-End

Break-Away Pull-Tab

Webbing, Looped End

Break-Away Pull-Tab

Free-End

Break-Away Pull-Tab

4.3 Loosening and unfastening the Restraints

To loosen a restraint, pull the breakaway tab toward the buckle (fig. 4). Continue pulling until the restraint is as loose as desired.

To unfasten the restraint, first loosen as in step number 1, then angle the three-bar buckle and pass it downward through the opening in the two-bar buckle (fig. 5).

Figure 5, Unfastening Buckle

Figure 4, Loosening Restraint

Figure 6, Restraint Cove

4.4 Attaching the Restraints

The top edge of the High Density Polyethylene netting is shaped with coves to provide points where restraints can easily be fastened to the lower-rail of the stretcher (fig. 6).

Select attachment points that are appropriate for effective securing of the patient, as well as for working together with your own fastening system. Attach the supplied restraints as folows:

1. Unfasten the buckle to seperate the restraint straps.

2. Starting outside the stretcher, pass the looped end of the

strap inward between the stretcher rail and the netting at a chosen attachment point. (Fig. 7)

3 Tighten the restraint by pulling on the free end of the

webbing.

An unrestrained or improperl can suffer injuries. Always secure the patien in the stretcher with a restraint system suitable to the rescue operation.

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Figure 7, Passing Looped End Through Cove

3. Thread the buckle through the restraint loop (Fig. 8) and pull until the loop is tight around the stretcher rail.

4. Attach the remaining strap to the opposite side of the stretcher following steps 2 and 3.

Figure 8, Threading Buckle

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5. Using the Stretcher

5.1 Before Placing the Stretcher in Service

 Personnel who will work with this stretcher need to read this

manual.



If using the supplied restraints, attach them as instructed in

Attaching the Restraints.

 Confirm that the stretcher, restraints and mesh netting are

in good condition. Follow instructions in Inspecting the Stretcher in this manual.

5.2 General Guidelines for Use



Using the stretcher requires a minimum of two trained operators. In most situations, operators will want or need additional help. For information about placement and direc-

tion of helpers, see Carrying the Stretcher in this manual.

 Follow standard emergency patient-handling procedures

when using the stretcher.

 Stay with the patient at all times.  Always use the patient restraints provided, as well as a

supplimentary restraining system as per your training and team protocols, and the situation.

 Personnel using the stretcher in high-angle environments

are responsible for learning the proper techniques involved, and for selecting the equipment and procedures best suited to the rescue situation.

5.6 Using High-Angle Rescue

Procedures

High angle and rope-access rescue can involve any combination of ropes, winches, pulleys, litter bridles, belay devices and many other specialized items and devices too numerous to mention. Proper and safe use of these tools requires professional instruction and training.

When using high-angle or rope-access equipment with the stretcher, ensure the equipment has an adequate load-rating, and that it is at least as great as that of the stretcher.

During a high-angle rescue, the stretcher may be oriented vertically, horizontally or in other positions. Secure the patient in the stretcher so that he/she does not slip in any direction, or be able to accidentally come out of the stretcher.

Tie-In Points

The Stretcher has several Tie-In points where carabiners or ropes may be attached to the upper rail. As an option, this stretcher has incorporated into it a patent StrātLoad™ feature which allows for dedicated attachment points when being rigged

with a four-point litter-bridle for a horizontal raise or lower.

5.3 Carrying the Stretcher

Carrying the stretcher requires a minimum of two operators. Additional personnel will be helpful or even needed in most situations. Use an even number of personnel and position them to keep the stretcher as even as possible.

Using Additional Help

Operators should maintain control of the stretcher and direct any helpers.

5.4 Sliding the Stretcher

Slide the stretcher on its runners over smooth surfaces. Avoid rock, stumps, branches or other hazards that could penetrate the netting, or cause discomfort or injury to the patient.

5.5 Transporting the Stretcher on a Cot

Use the cot restraints to secure the stretcher to the cot.

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An unrestrained or improperl can suffer injuries. Always secure the patien in the stretcher with a restraint system suitable to the rescue operation.

restrained patient

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Personnel using the stretcher in high-angle rescue situations are responsible for knowin the techniques involved and for selecting the equipment and procedures best suited t

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Improper operation can cause injury. Operate the stretcher only as described in this manual.

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An unattended patient can be injured. Stay with the patient at all times.

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5.7 Using Split-Apart Feature

The Traverse Split-Apart stretchers offer very fast assembly time, and there are no pins to place etc. Before starting, be sure to clean all parts of dirt, mud, snow etc. To assemble:

1. Face the two open parts of stretcher toward each other

2. Lift the open ends simultaneously to about a 30° angle, and slide the two parts together, interlocking all of the teeth of the Bottom Connectors.

3. Lower the now-inter-locked parts to the floor

4. Ensure Upper Connector parts mate

5. Turn Collets onto the opposing threaded parts of the Upper Connectors. Ensure these Collets are snug, and that there are no threads showing.

To disassemble, simply reverse the above sequence

Please Note: It is imperative that throughout the operation of this stretcher during a rescue or in practice, that you check the integrity of the connection. If you see threads on the Upper Connector, re-tighten the collets.

Lower Connector, Teeth Interlocked

Fully Connected

Threaded Male-

Collet

6. Maintaining The Stretcher

6.1 Maintenance Schedule

The stretcher requires regular maintenance. Set up and follow a maintenance schedule, such as provided by the form below. This form represents minimum maintenance, and you can modify your own program based on your needs.

When using maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’ directions and read the manufacturers’ material safety data sheets.

6.2 Disinfecting and Cleaning

the Restraints

1. Remove restraints from stretcher.

2. Buckle restraints before cleaning. This helps prevent damage to buckles or washing machine.

3. Place buckled restraints inside a mesh bag (not supplied) and place in an industrial washing machine.

4. Launder restraints in warm water, using a disinfectant soap

and gentle agitation. Do not use bleach.

5. Remove restraints from mesh bag and hang to dry. Do not

put restraints into home or commercial dryer.

6. Attach clean, dry restraints to stretcher as instructed in Section 4.

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Improper maintenance can cause in the stretcher only as described in this manual.

. Maintain

6.3 Disinfecting and Cleaning the Stretcher

Wipe or spray all surfaces of stretcher and netting with disinfectant. Follow disinfectant manufacturers’ directions.

Disinfecting (See 6.3) • Cleaning (See 6.3) Inspecting (See 6.4)

Traverse recommends inspecting the stretcher for obvious damage as you disinfect it.

Hand clean the stretcher and netting with a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse well, and dry with a towel.

Each Use

As Needed

•

• •

Each Month

6.4 Inspecting the Stretcher

Have your stations/services’ maintenance personnel check the following:

 All components should be present  Weld joints should be free of cracks or any other sign of

breakage

 Stretcher frame (top and lower rails, runners, ribs) should

be free of dents, cracks or un-intentional bends

 Polyethylene netting should be free of breaks and tears,

and should be securely fastened to the lower rail.

 Blue back support should be securely fastened into place  Warning labels should be clear and legible for all users to

see and read.

 Restraint webbing should be in good condition with no cuts

or frays

 Restraint buckles should be free of visible damage, and

should operate properly.

If inspection shows damage or excessive wear, remove the stretcher from service until appropriate repairs are completed (see Repair, Parts and Service, Section 7).

6.5 Storing the Stretcher

Store the stretcher in a dry area. Make sure the stretcher is clean and dry before placing it into storage.

Importan

isinfectants and cleaners containin phenolics, or iodines can cause dama restraints and stretcher. Disinfect and cl only with products that do not contain thes

bleach

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7. Repair, Parts and Service

If your stretcher is showing excessive wear or cracks (either in

the material or at welds), it is time to retire it from service. Do not attempt to repair or replace any metal component or weld.

If the Mesh Liner, the Back Support, Patient Restraint straps or any labels are damaged and need repair, please call your Dealer or us to have them replaced.

See the table below for further description

Part Number Description

05-0102 Full Back Support

05-0104 Split Back Support

05-0125, TAP Mesh, Titan Tapered

05-0125, TS Mesh, Titan Split Tapered

04-0108 Restraint Strap

08-0102 Load-Limit Label

05-0125, REG Mesh, Titan Regular

05-0125, RS Mesh, Titan Split Regular

Accessories

Traverse offers a full line of accessories that are approved for use with the Titan Series stretchers.

Always follow the instructions packaged with accessories. Keep the instructions with this manual. Be aware of any special considerations (loading heights, door heights, etc.)

Part Number Description

15-0140 Stretcher Handle

11-0110 Mule Litter Wheel

04-0180 Traverse Restraint Strap

17-0105 Quick-Connect Restraint Straps

17-0110 Fastrap Restraint System