Info | Patient Trolley / Stretcher - Troubleshooting
Learn how to diagnose and resolve issues with patient trolleys and stretchers.
The brakes don't work
- Do the brake castors have firm contact with the floor.
- Is there sufficient grip and not on a slippery surface.
- Check that the brake pedals lock fully into the brake position.
- Check there is no damage or wear requiring adjustment to the braking castor system.
- If not working, REPORT TO MANAGEMENT.
The dropside won't lock properly
- Lift the dropside to its upright position.
- Pull backwards on the dropside (against the locking catch) and check it has locked correctly.
- Check there is no visible damage to the dropside catch or arm.
- If not working, REPORT TO MANAGEMENT.
The backrest is clicking or the quick release (CPR) doesn't work
- Check there is no visible damage to the release knobs or the cables.
- Pull one of the release knobs outwards firmly and then lower the backrest completely flat to reset the quick release system.
- Raise the backrest a little way via the electronic handset and check if the quick release is engaged (locked in correctly) by applying some downwards force on the backrest.
- If not working, REPORT TO MANAGEMENT.
The electric system won't work
- Ensure the battery is on the unit and fully charged.
- If plugged into main power, ensure the power point is turned on.
- Check there is no visible damage to the handset or its cable.
- If still not working, REPORT TO MANAGEMENT.