Stryker Stretcher 0735

Remove the nylock hex nut on top of the caster assembly

Pump the litter up to full height

Manually disengage the release pedal swivel from the release pedal assembly

Increase the release rod engagement with the release valve by turning the release pedal swivel clockwise on the threaded release rod

Decrease the release rod engagement with the release valve by turning the release pedal swivel counter-clockwise on the threaded release rod

Pump the litter up to full height

Lift the base hood, separating the hood from the base frame. Support the hood from the litter using bungee cords so it is out of the way

Adjust the descent rate needle valve located on the base of the jack. Turning the needle valve clockwise, with a screwdriver, will decrease the rate of descent. Turning it counterclockwise will increase the rate of descent

Siderails move and latch properly

Engage the brake pedal and push on the stretcher to ensure all casters lock securely

All casters secure and swiveling properly

Body restraints working properly

I.V. pole intact and operating properly

Oxygen bottle holder intact and operating properly

Fowler operates and latches properly

Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg operating properly