1. Introduction
Product description
The ArjoHuntleigh Minuet
®
2 is a bed with electrically operated functions,
intended for use in the care of elderly or disabled persons.
It is designed to be dismantled into sections for ease of transportation, but can
be easily assembled with a minimum of tools.
There are two basic models in the
Minuet 2
range:
Model 160
Four section bed with electrically adjustable height, backrest
and leg elevation.
Model 161
Model 160 with the addition of head down and foot down tilt.
WARNING
The tilt function on model 161 does not meet the requirements of the
Trendelenburg position. The bed cannot be used in applications that
need the patient to be put in the Trendelenburg position.
The model number
and serial number
can be found on the
specification label, located at the head end of the mattress platform.
Specification label
Features
•
Push-button control for all electrical functions
•
Electrically operated adjustment of height, backrest angle and leg
elevation
•
Manual adjustment of kneebreak angle
•
Extending mattress platform
•
Castors with integral brakes
•
Backup battery to allow operation during power failure
A range of accessories is available, including side rails and lifting poles. The
installation and use of these items is described in Chapter 5.
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