9
Mattresses and
side rails
When choosing bed and mattress combinations, it is important
to consider the use of side rails based on clinical assessment
of each individual patient and in line with local policy.
When assessing the suitability of a mattress for use with side
rails, the following factors should be considered:
• The bed is designed to provide an acceptable side rail
height when used with a foam mattress up to 18cm thick.
• Specialist powered air / foam replacement mattresses
will typically envelop the patient when loaded and can
generally be deeper than a foam mattress without
compromising safety. Other makes of specialist mattress
replacement must be assessed individually prior to use
to verify sufficient clearance is maintained.
• Mattress overlays are not recommended for use with this
bed.
• To ensure compliance with IEC 60601-2-52, an approved
ArjoHuntleigh mattress should be used. Compliance with
this standard when using other mattresses must be
validated by the user.
• For more information on suitable mattresses and
mattress replacements, contact your local ArjoHuntleigh
office or approved distributor. A list of ArjoHuntleigh
offices can be found at the back of this manual.
