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Model 35-ITA Incubator Transporter

6.5  Inspecting the Transporter

Have your service’s equipment maintenance personnel inspect the 

transporter regularly. Follow the checklist at right and operate the 

transporter through all its functions as described in this manual.
If inspection shows damage or excessive wear, remove the transporter 

from service until repair is made. See “Parts and Service” on page 21.

Inspection Checklist

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Are all components present?

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Is the transporter free of excessive wear?

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Are all screws, nuts, bolts, and roll pins securely in 

place?

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Do all moving parts operate smoothly and properly?

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Does the transporter lock properly into each position?

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Does the transporter load and unload properly?

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Does the safety hook engage the safety bar?

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Does the transporter roll smoothly?

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Do the wheels have some tread?

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Do the wheel locks engage properly and stop wheel 

rotation?

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Is the ambulance properly prepared for the 

transporter with an approved Ferno fastening system 

and safety hook installed?

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Do installed accessories operate properly without 

interfering with transporter operation?

6.6  Lubricating the Transporter

Disinfect and clean the transporter before applying lubricant. Use the 

lubricants designated below to lubricate the transporter. Lubricate only 

the numbered points  .  Do not lubricate points marked with the “do 

not lubricate” symbol  .
Use a small amount of lubricant (one or two drops). Lubricate identical 

points on each side of the transporter. After applying lubricant, wipe off 

any excess.

LUBRICATION POINTS

1. 

Fold-down frame hinge 

WRL-191S or SAE 30-weight oil (1-2 drops)

2. 

X-frame 

WRL-191S or SAE 30-weight oil (1-2 drops)

LUBRICATION-FREE ITEMS

  Transport wheels 

Do not lubricate

  Loading wheels 

Do not lubricate

  Telescoping legs 

Do not lubricate

  Control handle mechanisms 

Do not lubricate

 

NOTICE

Lubricating parts that should not be lubricated allows dirt 

and foreign particles to collect on those parts, resulting in 

damage. Lubricate 

only

 the numbered reference points 

shown.

1

2

Summary of Contents for 35-ITA

Page 1: ...Users Manual July 2021 234 1929 06 35 ITA Incubator Transporter Read this Manual and Retain for Future Reference English...

Page 2: ...formation is included as a service to the user All other safety measures taken by the user should be within and under consideration of applicable regulations and local protocol Training on the proper...

Page 3: ...__________________________ 11 4 5 Lift Frame________________________________________ 11 5 Using the Transporter___________________________________ 12 5 1 Before Placing the Transporter In Service_____...

Page 4: ...no for direction on equipment placement Failure to use the safety hook can cause injury Install and use the safety hook as described in this manual Improper operation can cause injury Operate the tran...

Page 5: ...te 8100 470 E L Enfant Plaza SW Washington DC 20407 1 7 Safety and Instruction Labels Safety and instruction labels place important information from the users manual on the transporter Read and follow...

Page 6: ...o their shoulders Figure 1 If the ambulance is parked on an uneven surface the Control Operator and any helpers may need to lift the transporter higher than normal to allow the legs to unfold complete...

Page 7: ...ined operators position themselves transporter the loading end and control end of the transporter and operate the controls Show helpers where to stand and how to grasp the transporter Inspect the tran...

Page 8: ...nded Metric conversions are calculated before rounding the Imperial measurement Ferno reserves the right to change specifications without notice For more information contact Ferno Customer Relations o...

Page 9: ...10 Safety bar 11 Undercarriage 12 Undercarriage grip 2 13 Transport wheel 14 Lift frame 15 Main frame 16 Safety hook 17 Loading positions 7 8 for loading and unloading the transporter with an ambulanc...

Page 10: ...rating a control handle Use the side control handle F when the operator is standing on the right side of the transporter grasping the main frame Figure 4 4 FEATURES 4 1 Fold Down Frame The load end of...

Page 11: ...on the ambulance floor Figure 5 and secures the transporter while the operators unlock the undercarriage for folding or unfolding For complete instructions see Loading the Transporter on page 16 and...

Page 12: ...es Stay with the patient at all times Lift only the weight you can safely handle Use additional help when working with heavy loads patient and equipment For placement of helpers see Using Additional H...

Page 13: ...s instructions on proper restraint of an infant during transport 8 9 10 A B C D NOTICE Confirm the incubator is securely attached before moving the transporter Also confirm the incubator power cord or...

Page 14: ...WERING 1 Both Operators Lift the transporter slightly to take the weight off the locking mechanism 2 Both Operators As the control operator A squeezes and holds the control handle both operators raise...

Page 15: ...When rolling over rough terrain the operators and helpers should grasp the transporter with both hands ROLLING THE TRANSPORTER 1 Secure the patient following the incubator manufacturer s directions 2...

Page 16: ...rtment until the loading wheels are on the floor and the safety bar E passes the safety hook Figure 14 4 Assisting Operator B Confirm the safety bar has been captured by the safety hook 5 Control end...

Page 17: ...wer the undercarriage to the ground If the undercarriage does not unfold lift the undercarriage slightly to take the weight off the locking mechanism 6 Control Operator A Release the control handle 7...

Page 18: ...23 When using maintenance products follow the manufacturer s directions and read the manufacturer s material safety data sheets 6 2 Disinfecting the Transporter Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant Fo...

Page 19: ...ambulance properly prepared for the transporter with an approved Ferno fastening system and safety hook installed Do installed accessories operate properly without interfering with transporter operati...

Page 20: ...he Federal Ambulance Specification KKK A 1822 The patient compartment must have a smooth edge on the floor at the rear door a level floor large enough for the folded transporter space to install the s...

Page 21: ...9 090 5326 Ratchet bar return spring 2 10 090 5327 Lower lift bar block 2 11 090 5332 Release handles grips complete 4 12 090 5333 Safety bar handle 12 13 090 5414 Slide cover w hardware 2 14 090 1308...

Page 22: ...Ferno 234 1929 06 July 2021 22 Model 35 ITA Incubator Transporter Date Printed Name Signature Training Method Trainer Initials Read Manual Video Online Hands On TRAINING RECORD...

Page 23: ...Ferno 234 1929 06 July 2021 23 Model 35 ITA Incubator Transporter Date Maintenance Performed By MAINTENANCE RECORD...

Page 24: ...70 Weil Way Wilmington OH 45177 Ferno 234 1929 06 July 2021...

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