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4.2 BED EXTENSION
The integrated bed extension can add an extra 200mm of length
to the mattress platform.
MOVING BED EXTENSION FROM CLOSED/STANDARD
BED POSITION
1. The bed extension is held in position by two threaded hand wheels
on either side of the bed. Unscrew (anti clockwise) the hand wheels on
both sides. It is not necessary to remove the hand wheels completely,
unscrewing them by approximately 10mm of thread length will allow for
the internal lock nut to travel freely past the thread of the hand wheel.
2. With both hand wheels now unscrewed, gently pull with an even
force on both sides of the bed end. (2) Indicates the best position for
easier extension if used on both sides of the panel at the same time.
3. Lock hand wheels in place on either side to lock bed end in.
4. Return the hand wheels back to their locked position (1)
To reposition the bed end back to the closed/standard bed position
use the same technique as above.
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WARNING: The bed extension is designed for use as a bed extension
only and is not meant to support the body weight of a person sitting.
The extra length of the bed with extra load can also make the bed
unstable potentially resulting in injury to the user and patient.
4.3 FOLD DOWN SIDE RAILS (OPTIONAL)
Bed rails (optional) are easily fitted by clamping to the bed frame.
When fitted correctly, AC4 bed rails meet the requirements of Medical
equipment international standard IEC 60601-2-52, which includes specific
rail requirements.
4.3.1 FITTING THE SIDE RAILS
NOTE: The rails are a left and right hand set and when fitted correctly fold
down towards the foot end of the bed.
1. Before fitting the rails unscrew the hand wheel to bring the locking
clamp into an open neutral position which will allow the rail to fit over
the side rail of the bed.
Closed Position
Open Position
2. With both hand wheels now unscrewed, lift the rail into position. It
is important that the rails are fitted to a specific position on the bed,
which is indicated by the bolt on top of the bed frame. Position the
rail over the bolt and tighten the hand wheel to the closed position.
