| 摘要 |
<p>CASTER BRAKE AND SWIVEL LOCK FOR STRETCHER OR THE LIKE OF T~E DISCLOSURE An improved system for actuating wheel engaging 'ring brakes for a hospital stretcher, bed, or the like. The brake includes an elongated rotational member extending longitudinally along the stretcher to actuate pivot arms adjacent one front wheel and one rear wheel to prevent the wheels from rolling. A separate elongated rotational member extends the length of the stretcher and actuates a bullet pin latch to lock a nonbraked wheel against swivel action. Thus, a single nurse can easily push and manipulate the stretcher about a hospital even when loaded with a patient.</p> |
