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13. Functionality Check------------------------
Using the handset, test all bed functions and
check all cables for risk of crushing. Refer to
Section 10 - Bed Controls and Indicators:
1. Raise the bed to full height (button 5)
2. Lower the bed until it stops at the safety
stop position (button 6)
3. Lower the bed to the floor-level position
(buttons 6 & 8 pressed together)
4. Check all cables for risk of crushing.
5. Raise and lower the backrest (buttons 1 &
2).
6. Raise and lower the legrest (buttons 3 &
4).
7. Check the Reverse Trendelenburg
function (head up, feet down) (button 9).
8. Check the Trendelenburg function (head
down, feet up) (buttons 8 & 10 pressed
together).
9. Check the correct function of the castors
and brake control.
14. Using the Castor Brakes -----------------
There are two types of castors fitted to the
Empresa, depending on model.
Care must be taken to make sure the castor
brakes are always locked when the bed is in
use, being assembled or dismantled, so that
the bed does not move accidentally.
Standard castor brake
1. To lock the castor, press the lower part of
the brake lever (marked lock) as indicated
in Figure 14.1 until the lever locates in the
new position.
Figure 14.1
2. To release the brake, press the upper
part of the brake lever (marked free) as
indicated in Figure 14.2 until the lever
disengages.
Figure 14.2
WARNING
Functionality check MUST be carried out
by suitably trained and qualified
personnel.
Check for obstructions around, above and
below the bed frame and position the bed
so that it can operate through the full
height range without any chance of
obstruction or entrapment.
Always engage the brakes when the bed
is stationery or left unattended.
