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Citadel Bed Frame System
Potential Equalization Terminal
A potential equalization terminal (Figure 5, item 1) is located at the foot end of the
bed.
Figure 5: Location of potential equalization terminal
When other electrical equipment is within reach of the patient or caregiver,
potential differences between the equipment can be minimized by connecting
together their potential equalization terminals.
Electrical Connections
The
Citadel
bed contains the following electrical connections.
Frame:
Citadel
™
Patient Therapy System:
•
Power
Cord
•
AC Power Connection
•
Nurse Call Connector
•
CPR Switch Connection
•
RS232 Connector (if specified)
•
Communication Connection
•
Auxiliary Power Outlet
•
Skin IQ
™
Family Power Cable
Power Cord
The power cord is located at the head end of the bed. Make sure power cord is
kept free from all pinch points, moving parts and is not trapped under casters.
Improper handling of power cord can cause damage to the cord, which may
produce risk of fire or electric shock. Pull the power cord out of the mains wall
outlet to remove power from the unit.
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