MULTIPLE PURPOSE STRETCHERS

A Multi-position Chair and Hausted® APC All

Purpose Chair Series
Stretcher Designed for Intra- and
Inter-departmental Transport
Versatile, Easy to Use, Time Efficient

Operational Benefits
• This versatile chair adjusts easily from sitting to supine
and provides a stable work surface during patient treatment.

• The chair offers simple controls for adjustment of height,

backrest, leg section, and Trendelenburg.

• The APC All Purpose Chair provides superior mobility

and maneuverability, and is intended for intra- and
inter-departmental transport

Economic Benefits
• Pre-induction, transport, treatment, and recovery can be
performed on the same unit to improve case turnaround and
streamline patient handling.

• Reduces staff time and prevents staff injury involved in

transferring patient during various phases of care.

Model EPC-250-ST Electric Controls

shown with optional spruce colored
pads and flip down side tables.

Electric Controls

Safety and convenience are offered

with the electric powered chair
including (a) hand held control and
(b) emergency backrest release
lever to override electric control in
emergency situations.
Patient Outcome and Safety Benefits
• A full range of patient positioning is achieved to allow
patient comfort during every phase of care including
transport, clinical procedures, and recovery.

• Improves the quality of care and reduces risk of patient

injury by eliminating multiple patient transfers.

• With the hand held control, patients can position themselves

during recovery, which minimizes staff involvement and can
help shorten recovery time.

Model EPC-250-ST shown

with optional patient tray.

Pendant control is standard with all powered units.

Siderails tuck completly

under the unit to provide
a zero transfer gap.
This multi-purpose unit
provides patient comfort
and security during all
phases of treatment.
 Technical Specifications

General Specifications
Standard Features
• 5 in (12.7 cm) easy rolling casters Hydraulic Electric
Models APC-Series EPC-250-ST
• Four wheel brake and steer system operable
EPD-250-ST*
from both sides of unit
• Easy to clean thermoformed base cover
• Polymer coated steel litter top
• Height Range
• Fold-down foot rest (height adjustable) high 31.5˝ (80 cm) 31.5˝ (80 cm)
• Accessory wells (2 on each side) low 23.5˝ (59.7 cm) 23.5˝ (59.7 cm)
• Built-in chart holder and push bar
• Padded armrests maintain patient security • Width
• 3 in (7.6 cm) comfort cushions overall 27.75˝ (70.5 cm) 27.75˝ (70.5 cm)
Standard Features for Electric Powered EPC-250-ST patient surface 22˝ (56 cm) 22˝ (56 cm)
• Power controls for:
• Length
• Height adjustment
overall 75˝ (190.5 cm) 75˝ (190.5 cm)
• Backrest
patient surface 70.5˝ (179.1 cm) 70.5˝ (179.1 cm)
• Leg section
• Trendelenburg • Degree of movement
• Patient/Staff Hand Held Control backrest 0-80° 0-80°
• Emergency Backrest Release lever to
override power backrest • Trendelenburg
• Battery back-up allows power functions standard 10° 6°
when not plugged in
• Maximum weight cap. 325 lbs (147.5 kg) 325 lbs (147.5 kg)
Standard Features for Hydraulic/Pneumatic
Controlled APC-150, -250
• Siderail
• Dual side hydraulic foot pedal controls for
height 12˝ (30.5 cm) 12˝ (30.5 cm)
height adjustment
length 29˝ (74 cm) 29˝ (74 cm)
• Pneumatic assist backrest
Optional Accessories
• Telescoping IV Pole
• Oxygen Tank Holder
• Patient safety straps with Velcro®
• Universal patient tray Electric Powered Models
• Fold down side tables • EPC-250-ST All electric powered
• Armboard with 2 in (5 cm) pad and clamp • EPD-250-ST DC/220 volt version
• Surgical accessory rail(s)
• Knee crutch/leg holder with mounting adapters Hydraulic/Pneumatic Models
• Heel stirrups with mounting adapters • APC-150-ST Simultaneous foot
• Paper roll holder section/backrest
• Preventive Maintenance Agreements available • APC-250-ST Simultaneous or
• Five custom color pad options independent foot section/backrest
Hausted all purpose chairs should be wiped down
and cleaned between every patient procedure.
STERIS offers a full line of disinfectants for use
on surfaces to help prevent infection.

Velcro® is a registered trademark of Velcro Corporation.

STERIS Corporation is a leading provider of infection prevention, contamination prevention, microbial reduction, and surgical support systems,
products, services, and technologies to healthcare, scientific, research, industrial, and government customers throughout the world.

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Document # M1672EN.2006-12, Rev. C ©2003-2006 STERIS Corporation.

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