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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
It is
important
that this User Manual is read in its entirety prior to
operating the bed. The manual is designed to ensure that users are
equipped with the information required to competently and responsibly
operate the bed and its accessories.
It is recommended that the User Manual be kept in an easily accessible
place for quick reference. If required Aidacare product specialists can
provide additional training.
All warnings and cautions within this manual should be strictly adhered
to. Failure to do so could result in harm to the patient or operator.
Warnings
highlighted throughout this manual identify possible hazards
in procedures or conditions which if not followed correctly could result
in serious injury, or fatality.
Cautions
highlighted throughout this manual identify possible hazards
in procedures or conditions, which if not followed correctly could result
in equipment damage, or failure.
GENERAL
• Electrical equipment can be hazardous if used incorrectly.
• Residual current devices (RCD) are not supplied with the AC
Series beds. Please consult with your Biomedical Engineer/advisor
concerning RCD requirements.
• The clinically qualified person responsible should consider the
age, size and condition of the patient before using the bed and its
accessories.
• The maximum safe working load of the AC Series beds of 220kg
includes the mass of the patient, mattress and any accessories fitted
to the bed.
• Maximum mattress thickness that can be used on the AC Series beds
is 170mm.
• Side rails must only be used with a mattress of appropriate size,
which is approved for use with the bed.
• If a patient’s condition could lead to a possible entrapment the
mattress support platform should be left in the flat position whilst
unattended.
