Bryton MAN-0003 User manual

Operation Owners Manual

TRANS-LUX 9000 SERIES STRETCHERS

Read and understand all of the instructions and safety

information in this manual before operating this product.

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2018

TRANS-LUX 9000 SERIES STRETCHERS

Instruction - Operation

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Warnings and Cautions

The following is a list identifying the various warning and caution icons used in this manual.

Icon Type Icon Description

Warnings

(Red triangle with an exclamation point) indicates the potential for

injury, both minor and severe, including fatality.

Cautions

(Yellow triangle with an exclamation point) appears at points where

potential injury and equipment damage is possible.

Note: A yellow triangle without an exclamation point appears at

points where misuse could possibly damage equipment.

Burn Hazard Warnings

(Yellow triangle with radiating lines) indicates a potential burn injury

to personnel.

Electrical Warnings

(Yellow triangle with a lightning bolt) indicates a possible shock

hazard is present. Severe shock hazards shall be a lightning bolt in a

red triangle.

Explosion Hazard

(Yellow triangle with the explosion icon) indicates that if the

equipment is improperly used or disposed of, explosions may occur

resulting in injury or death.

Fire Hazard

(Yellow triangle with the ﬁre icon) indicates if the equipment is

improperly used or disposed of, it can cause ﬁres that may result in

injury or death.

The following is a list of safety precautions that must be observed when operating this equipment.

Warning - Injury Hazard

REPAIRS AND ADJUSTMENTS should only be attempted by experienced service representatives. Repairs and

adjustment completed by unqualiﬁed personnel may void the manufacturer warranty. Use of unqualiﬁed persons to

work on this equipment could result in personal injury or costly damage.

Warning - Burn Hazard

Failure to observe this warning can result in severe personal injury and even death.

Warning - Electric Shock Hazard

Some of the troubleshooting procedures can require access to live electrical circuitry. Dangerous accidental contact

with line voltage is possible. Only qualiﬁed service personnel should be allowed to perform these procedures.

Warning - Explosion Hazard or Fire Hazard

Improper use can cause ﬁre and or explosions.

Caution - Possible Equipment Damage

Indicates that damage to the equipment might be present.

Caution: Repairs And Adjustments should only be attempted by experienced service personnel who

are fully acquainted with this equipment. Use of unqualiﬁed or inexperienced personnel to work on the equipment,

or the installation of unauthorized parts, could result in serious personal injury, or result in costly damage, and will

void all warranties. Always unplug power cord from power source before attempting any repairs or servicing of this

equipment.

Special User Attention

Prior to use, all personnel who will operate the stretcher must be instructed in the correct usage and operation. All

personnel who will use the stretcher should be aware that sensible care must be exercised to maintain patient safety

and to keep the stretcher performing at peak efﬁciency.

Intended Use Notice

This product is intended to be used by medical personnel for the purpose of providing transportation of patients in

surgery, recovery, OB/GYN, ICU, ER and trauma areas in healthcare facilities where all operators are instructed on the

usage, limitations and hazards. No other use is authorized or recommended.

This product is to be used strictly for the purpose for which it was designed. Using this product in a manner not

recommended by the manufacturer will void warranties provided by the equipment manufacturer. Bryton Corp

disclaims all liability for the consequences of this product being used for other than what it was designed for.

Product modiﬁcation or misuse can be dangerous. Bryton Corp disclaims all liability for the consequences of product

alterations or modiﬁcations, as well as for the consequence that can result from the combination of this product with

other products, whether supplied by Bryton Corp or by other manufacturers, unless such a combination has been

speciﬁcally endorsed, in writing, by Bryton Corp.

Warnings and Cautions (continued)

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Table of Contents

Warnings and Cautions I-II

Summary 2

Trans-Lux 9000 Series Models 2

PTS-9800, PTS-9600, PTS-9400, PTS-9200 2

General Speciﬁcations 3

Trans-Lux individual speciﬁcations 4

Unpackaging/Uncrating Instructions 5

Power Supply Prep and Proper Usage 6

Basic Operations

Brake Levers & Steering 7

Raising and Lowering the Litter 8

Side Rail operation 9

Push Handles 10

Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg 11

Lift-Assist Fowler’s Backrest 12

Knee Gatch Control 13

X-Ray Cassette Operation (PTS-9600 Only) 14

CPR Quick-Release Back Control (PTS-9800 Only) 15

Electric Remote Controls (PTS-9800 Only) 16

Preventative Maintenance Record 17

Preventative Maintenance Record 18

Standard Stretcher Pad Options 19

Notes 20

Warranty Information 21

DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT

Trans-Lux 9000 Stretchers are designed for

enhanced patient care. All stretchers in the

Trans-Lux line are fully-equipped units with

safety and efﬁciency as the utmost priority.

Patient safety, comfort and caregiver ease

of use make these stretchers a ﬁrst choice

in today’s medical facilities.

PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL

This manual is to provide the user

instructions in the installation and

operation of the Trans-Lux 9000 Series

Stretchers.

This manual also contains general

speciﬁcations, warnings, and cautions.

Summary

Trans-Lux 9000 Series Stretchers

TRANS-LUX 9800

ELECTRIC

TRANS-LUX 9400

EMERGENCY

TRANS-LUX 9200

TRANSPORT

TRANS-LUX 9600

TRAUMA

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General Speciﬁcations

All Trans-Lux Series stretchers come with a long list of standard features, chosen and requested by some of America’s

top medical professionals. All units come standard with an integrated ﬁfth wheel for ease of steering, easily

retractable when side-to-side and in-room positioning is required. Steering and brake controls are attached on all

four base sides. Its low-proﬁle design allows for low sitting-height access to the patient surface. The 700-pound patient

weight capacity makes these stretchers a ﬁrst choice for today’s medical facilities.

Trans Lux 9000 series Standard Features

700 lb Patient Weight Capacity Collapsible Side Rails

Trend & Reverse Trend Pneumatic Lift-Assist Backrest

2-Side Litter Position Foot Pedal Recovery Chair Position

4-Side Brake/Steer Foot Control Backrest Adjusts 0° - 90°

Retractable Fifth-Wheel Knee Gatch Adjusts 0° - 40°

Collapsible Two-Stage IV Pole 8" Dia. Wheels for Easy Mobility

Removable Two-Stage IV Pole Foot-End Transport Push Bar

5 IV Pole Sockets Collapsible Transport Push Handles

CPR Emergency Back Release Pair Drainage Bag Hooks

Integrated Storage Tray Oxygen Bottle Storage Trough

Upright Oxygen Holder Slot 2 Cylinder Hydraulic Lift

Height Adjust 21" – 35" 27" x 77" Patient Surface

Overall Dim 32" x 84" 4" Thick Standard Pad (Upgrade Available)

Optional Features

Upright Oxygen Holder Première Pad Upgrade

Safety Straps (2 Straps/Set) Monitor Tray

Footboard Weigh Scale (Factory Install Only)

Other Color Accents (For Department

Color-Coding)

Protective corner bumpers

CPR emergency back release

PTS-9000 series Speciﬁcations

Technical Speciﬁcations PTS-9800 PTS-9600 PTS-9400 PTS-9200

Overall Length 83.86in (213cm) 83.86in (213cm) 83.86in (213cm) 83.86in (213cm)

Overall Width 31.89in (81cm) 33.46in (85cm) 32.68in (83cm) 32.68in (83cm)

Patient Surface Length 75.98in (193cm) 76.77in (195cm) 75.98in (193cm) 75.98in (193cm)

Patient Surface Width 24.20in (64cm) 24.20in (64cm) 24.20in (64cm) 24.20in (64cm)

Side Rails

55.51in x 18.90in

(141cm x 48cm)

49.61in x 15.35in

(126cm x 39cm)

55.51in x 18.90in

(141cm x 48cm)

55.51in x 18.90in

(141cm x 48cm)

Radiolucent Top yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

Casters 8in (20cm) 8in (20cm) 8in (20cm) 8in (20cm)

Maximum Patient Weight

Capacity

700lbs (318kg) 700lbs (318kg) 700lbs (318kg) 700lbs (318kg)

Power Supply 110~220v n/a n/a n/a

Bumper yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

CPR Quick Release yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

Brake Controls yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

5th Wheel Control yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

Side Rail Release yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

Max-Height 36.61in (93cm) 36.61in (93cm) 35in (89cm) 35in (89cm)

Min-Height 20.87in (53cm) 20.87in (53cm) 21in (54cm) 21in (54cm)

Standard Trendelenburg 23° ± 2° 23° ± 2° ± 18° ± 18°

Reverse Trendelenburg 23° ± 2° 23° ± 2° ± 18° ± 18°

Back Up/Down 0° ~ 80° ± 2° 0° ~ 80° ± 2° 0° ~ 90° ± 1° 0° ~ 90° ± 1°

Leg Up/Down 0° ~ 40° ± 1° 0° ~ 40° ± 1° 0° ~ 40° ± 1° 0° ~ 40° ± 1°

Return to Level yes/no yes/no yes/no yes/no

WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE DEFINITION

The words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.

WARNING

The personal safety of the patient or user may be involved. Disregarding this information could result in injury to the

patient or user.

CAUTION

These instructions point out special procedures or precautions that must be followed to avoid damaging

the equipment.

NOTE

This provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clear.

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Unpacking Instructions

Receiving Requirements

The customer is responsible for ensuring that the loading

dock at their facility can accommodate a shipping

carton approximately 90 inches (2.286 m) long and 40

inches (1.016m) wide.

The customer must also provide transportation

equipment (forklift, etc.) for a carton weighing

approximately 500 pounds (227 kg).

Inspection

Receiving area must meet all state and local regulations

prior to unpacking.

Customer must inspect carton both before and after

unpacking to determine if any items were damaged

during shipping.

All damaged items must be listed on the bill of lading.

The serial number and model number shown on the

carton label must match the numbers on the bill of

lading and the invoice.

Customer is responsible for the proper disposal of all

packing materials. The disposal of these items must meet

all state and local regulations.

Unpacking the Trans-Lux Stretcher

Retain all shipping materials until the Trans-Lux Stretcher

is completely unpacked and inspected for damage.

Carefully remove metal/nylon banding and staples from

the carton.

Caution: When removing banding wear

appropriate protection: gloves and safety glasses.

Remove metal staples(or nails) attaching the sides of the

crate to the pallet.

Remove the sides of the crate by lifting them straight up

from the pallet.

Carefully roll stretchers off pallet.

Remove all protective packing material.

Caution: DO NOT use a box cutter or any other

cutting utensil to remove the plastic protective wrapping

around the Trans-Lux Stretcher. These items can scratch

the pad or ﬁnish on the Trans-Lux Stretcher resulting in

surface rust, voiding the warranty.

The Trans-Lux Stretcher is now ready for use.

Discard shipping and packing materials in compliance

with local and state regulations.

Stretchers, when not in use, must NOT be double-

stacked while in storage. Stretchers, while still in shipping

crate must not be double-stacked when not in use.

Notices For Charge / Maintenance / Disposal of Battery (PTS-9800 Only)

1. Stretcher can descend and ascend ~60 times on one full charge of battery.

2. The batteries should be recharged when the LED indicator on the center electric elevation pedal under the bed

is ﬂashing, or if the electronic operations have become abnormally slow or have stopped functioning.

3. To charge the battery, connect the charger to a wall outlet. The batteries need to be plugged in for at least

four hours to be fully charged but may be used partially charged if necessary.

4. It is recommended to keep the battery charging when the stretcher is not in use in order for the stretcher to be

fully charged and ready for use at all times.

5. Dispose of battery and stretcher according to state and local regulations. Dispose of old batteries by taking

them to a local battery recycling center; do NOT dispose of batteries in municipal trash or landﬁlls. Do NOT

attempt to dispose of the batteries by incineration; the batteries could explode or give off toxic fumes. Note that

failure to follow the above disposal advice could incur ﬁnes from local authorities.

6. For other questions about the electronics of the PTS-9800, Please call 1-800-567-9500

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Hydraulic Controls (PTS-9200, PTS-9400, PTS-9600)

Pump to raise the patient surface

Press the middle of the pedal to

lower the patient surface

Brake & Steering Foot Levers (All Models)

All Trans-Lux Stretchers feature brake & steering foot controls on all four lower sides of the stretcher’s base. To engage

the brake, press downward on the pedal towards the red “BRAKE” side. To engage the ﬁfth wheel, step downward

on the pedal towards the green “STEER” side. When pedal is parallel to ﬂoor, ﬁfth wheel is not engaged.

APPLY THE BRAKE SYSTEM

Note

For user convenience, the brake/steer pedal is located on all sides of the stretcher.

Warning

Always apply the brakes when a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. Push on the stretcher to ensure the

brakes are securely locked. Always engage the brakes unless the stretcher is being moved. Injury could result if

the stretcher moves while a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. If brakes do not hold properly, refer to your

stretcher maintenance manual for a brake adjustment procedure.

Note

Trans-Lux stretchers are equipped with side control brake and steer functions in the standard head and foot end

controls. The side control brakes operate the same as the head and foot end versions. They are indicated by a

label on each side of the stretcher base.

RAISING AND LOWERING LITTER

WARNING

Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or lowering the litter height. Always

apply the brakes when a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. Push on the stretcher to ensure the brakes are

securely locked. Always engage the brakes unless the stretcher is being moved. Injury could result if the stretcher

moves while a patient is getting on or off the stretcher. If brakes do not hold properly, refer to your stretcher

maintenance manual for a brakes adjustment procedure.

PTS-9800 Only

• Press button 7 on the hand control to raise the litter.

• Press button 8 on the hand control to lower the litter.

Please see hand controller diagram page 17

PTS-9600, PTS-9400, PTS-9200

• To raise the litter height, pump pedal (1) repeatedly until the desired height is achieved.

• To lower the litter height, depress the center of pedal (2). Hold until desired height is achieved.

• The base may be equipped with optional variable descent controls. With variable descent controls, the farther

you press down on the pedal, the faster the litter will lower.

NOTE

Be sure to move any equipment that may be in the way before raising or lowering the litter height.

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To Store

1. Lift up on the handles at position (A).

2. Fold inwards.

3. Set in cradles to store.

To Use

1. Pull the handles up and push out.

2. Allow the handles to drop in place

to lock.

Note

Ensure the handles (A) have been pulled up and out all the way before pushing in to the lock position to avoid

damage to the handles or stretcher.

Push Handle Operation (All Models)

USING SIDERAILS

Caution

Be sure the siderail latching mechanism (B) is working properly at all times. If it is not, refer to your stretcher

maintenance manual for ” Siderail Latch Adjustment”.

Warning

When lowering the siderail to the collapsed position, keep extremities of patients and staff away from the siderail

spindles or injury could occur. To avoid injury or damage to the equipment or patient, do not let go of the siderail

when lowering.

USING PUSH HANDLES

Caution

The push handles should always be used when transporting patients. They were installed for this purpose for user

convenience. Avoid using other parts of the stretcher as push devices as damage may occur.

Side Rail Operation

1. To expand the rails for use, pull up at point (A) and push up and out towards the foot section until the rail audibly

locks in place.

2. To collapse the rails down, pull the lever (B) and push the rails down towards

the head section.

Side Rail Operation (All Models)

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OPERATING THE FOWLER

PTS-9800 Only

Press button 1 on the electric control pad to lift the backrest to the desired height. To lower, Press button 2 on the

electric control pad until the backrest has reached the desired height.

PTS-9600, PTS-9400, PTS-9200

Squeeze handle (A) for pneumatic assistance in lifting the Fowler to the desired height. Remove hands from

handle when the desired height is achieved. To lower the Fowler, squeeze handle (A) and push down until the

fowler has reached the desired height. Remove your hands from the handle when the desired height is achieved.

Caution

If the pneumatic system appears to be difﬁcult to operate, refer to your maintenance manual for pneumatic

Fowler adjustment procedure.

Warning

Keep hands/ﬁngers clear of the area around the Fowler release handle and the Fowler frame when lowering the

Fowler. Injury could result if care is not taken when lowering the Fowler.

Cleaning

Hand wash all surfaces of the stretcher with warm water and mild detergent. Dry thoroughly.

Do not steam clean, pressure wash, or use a hose to clean.

Backrest Controls (PTS-9200, PTS-9400, PTS-9600)

Raise Backrest

1. Lift up on bar labeled (A).

2. Push up on backrest and raise to desired position.

Pneumatic assist will reduce amount of effort

needed.

3. Release bar (A) to lock position.

Lower Backrest

1. Lift up on bar labeled (A).

2. Push down on backrest to lower to desired position

3. Release bar (A) to lock position.

TRENDELENBURG/REVERSE TRENDELENBURG

Note

Litter height must be raised ﬁrst in order to achieve a trendelenburg or reverse trendelenburg position.

PTS-9800 Only

• Press button 9 on the hand control to position the litter trendelenburg (head down, foot up).

• Press button 10 on the hand control to position the litter reverse trendelenburg (foot down, head up).

See page 17 for the hand control diagram

PTS-9600, PTS-9400, PTS-9200

• For trendelenburg positioning (head down, foot up), depress the side of pedal (2) closest to the

head end of the stretcher.

• For reverse trendelenburg positioning (foot down, head up), depress the side of pedal (2) closest to the foot of

the stretcher.

Press footboard on the side you

want to lower for Trend position.

Press footboard on the side

you want to lower for Reverse

Trend position.

Trendelenburg Positioning Reverse Trendelenburg Positioning

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X-Ray Cassette Operation Instructions PTS-9600

Pull the yellow handle to position the backrest in an

upright position

Place the X-Ray ﬁlm on the X-Ray tray and position

under the patient where the X-Ray is to be taken.

Notice:

Hold the outer handle while descending the backrest to

avoid injury.

Knee Gatch Operation Instructions

Pull the yellow handle gently to ascend the knee

gatch.

How far the knee gatch will rise depends on the weight

on the stretcher. If it does not raise to the position you

want automatically, pull up on the frame to the desired

position.

The knee gatch with an empty bed is 0-40 degrees.

To ﬂatten the bed, pull up on the handle again while

pushing down on the bed.

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CPR Quick Release Handle (PTS-9800 Only)

CPR Quick Release Operation

CPR Quick Release tab allows the backrest to very quickly be returned to level without use of the electric function

hand control in emergency situations.

1. Lift up slightly on position (A) to reduce risk of patient trauma or equipment damage.

2. Pull out lever labeled (T) above and release (A).

3. When (A) descends to the horizontal position, release (T).

CAUTION - TRAIN BEFOREHAND

Please learn the two steps to avoid confusion when urgent situations arise!

Electric Remote Controls (PTS-9800 Only)

1-10

10-Button Control Pad

1. Raise backrest

2. Lower backrest

3. Raise knee gatch

4. Lower knee gatch

5. Raise backrest and knee gatch simultaneously

6. Lower backrest and knee gatch simultaneously

7. Raise the whole patient surface

8. Lower the whole patient surface

9. Position reverse Trendelenburg

10. Position Trendelenburg

Brake and steer functions (foot end)(11)

Brake and steer functions (left and right side)(12)

Brake and steer functions (head end)

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Preventative Maintenance Record Preventative Maintenance Record

Personnel Trained Daily Operation Safety Instruction Cleaning Procedures

Date of Weekly Inspection Date of Monthly Inspection Date of Semi-Annual Testing

For your convenience, here is a simple chart to use to note which personnel have been trained to safely use and

maintain the Trans-Lux Stretcher.

For your convenience, here is a simple chart to use to note which personnel have been trained to safely use and

maintain the Trans-Lux Stretcher.

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Pressure management Stretcher Pads

For ultimate patient comfort

Medium density comfort foam with a top layer of

Pro-Tek™ memory foam covered in ultra-soft 4-way

stretch vinyl fabric that is latex free and bacteria and

ﬂuid resistant. Universal pads have 2 rounded and 2

angle corners; 6 universal sizes in stock.

Standard Stretcher Pads

Medium density comfort foam covered in electrically

conductive, latex-free vinyl that is bacteria and ﬂuid

resistant. Universal pads have 2 rounded and 2 angled

corners; 6 universal sizes in stock.

Stretcher Pad plus

Upgrade of the standard pad; medium density comfort

foam covered in ultra-soft 4-way stretch vinyl fabric for

added patient comfort. Vinyl fabric is latex-free and ﬂuid

and bacteria resistant Universal pads have 2 rounded

and 2 angled corners

STRETCHER PAD PLUS

MODEL DESCRIPTION

SPP-5000 24” x 76” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SPP-5004 24” x 75” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SPP-5017 24” x 77” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SPP-5051 27” x 75” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SPP-5054 27” x 77” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SPP-5060 30” x 76” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

STANDARD STRETCHER PADS

MODEL LENGTH

SP-5000 24” x 76” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SP-5004 24” x 75” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SP-5017 24” x 77” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SP-5051 27” x 75” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SP-5054 27” x 77” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

SP-5060 30” x 76” x 4” w/ Universal Corners

PREMIERE STRETCHER PADS

MODEL PURPLE PAD DESCRIPTION

SPM-5000 SPM-5000-PR

24” x 76” x 4” w/

Universal Corners

SPM-5004 SPM-5004-PR

24” x 75” x 4” w/

Universal Corners

SPM-5017 SPM-5017-PR

24” x 77” x 4” w/

Universal Corners

SPM-5051 SPM-5051-PR

27” x 75” x 4” w/

Universal Corners

SPM-5054 SPM-5054-PR

27” x 77” x 4” w/

Universal Corners

SPM-5060 SPM-5060-PR

30” x 76” x 4” w/

Universal Corners

Notes

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