• Always avoid excessive water exposure to the S S M M R R T T Pak terminals.
• Always refer to the disinfectant's Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to verify the pH range. Disinfectants with pH levels
higher than 10.5 may cause the S S M M R R T T Pak housing material to crack.
• Do not directly handle or make contact with the S S M M R R T T Pak terminals while cleaning to avoid the risk of injury.
• Do not immerse the S S M M R R T T Pak in liquid to reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Do not use solvents, lubricants, or other chemicals to clean the S S M M R R T T Pak unless otherwise directed.
• Always relieve pressure before you disconnect hydraulic or other lines. Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the
skin and cause serious injury. Tighten all connections before you apply pressure. If an accident occurs, see a doctor
immediately.
• Do not use bare hands to check for hydraulic leaks.
C C A A U U T T I I O O N N
• Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described in this
manual.
• Do not modify the product or any components of the product. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable operation
resulting in injury to patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at their expense.
• Always set the cot load height to the proper stop height before operation.
• Always have a certified mechanic, familiar with ambulance vehicle construction, install the vehicle safety hook. Consult
the vehicle manufacturer before you install the vehicle safety hook. Make sure that the installation of the vehicle safety
hook does not damage or interfere with the brake lines, oxygen lines, fuel lines, fuel tank, or electrical wiring of the
vehicle.
• Always charge the battery before you place the product into service. An uncharged or depleted battery may cause poor
product performance.
• Always clear any obstacles that may interfere and cause injury to the operator or patient before operating the product.
• Do not use the jog function to jog past the set cot load height after the cot safety bar connects with the vehicle safety
hook.
• Always set the cot transfer wheels safely on the ground when you unload the cot from the vehicle patient compartment
to avoid the risk of product damage.
• Do not load the base storage net above the safe working load of 20 lb (9 kg).
• Always be careful when you retract the base to avoid damaging items that are stored in the base storage net.
• Do not load the head end storage flat above the safe working load of 40 lb (18 kg).
• Always remove the battery if the cot is not going to be used for an extended period of time (more than 24 hours).
• Always place the electrical S S M M R R T T charger power cord where it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not touch the S S M M R R T T Pak receptacle terminals with metal objects.
• Always grasp and pull the plug, not the cord, when you disconnect the S S M M R R T T charger to avoid the risk of damage to the
electrical plug and cord.
• Do not steam clean or ultrasonically clean the product.
• Do not exceed 180 °F (82 °C) as the maximum water temperature.
• Do not exceed 1500 psi (130.5 bar) as the maximum water pressure. If you are using a hand held wand to wash the
product, keep the pressure nozzle at a minimum of 24 in. (61 cm) from the product.
• Always allow to air dry.
• Always remove the battery before you wash the cot.
• Do not clean, service, or perform maintenance while the product is in use.
• Do not steam clean or ultrasonically clean the S S M M R R T T Pak.
• Do not exceed 180 °F/82 °C as the maximum water temperature.
• Do not exceed 240 °F/115 °C as the maximum air dry temperature (cart washers).
6516-209-005 Rev E.0
5
EN