Hill-Rom CareAssist P1170, Service Manual

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4.13 Caster
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures
Page 4 - 40 CareAssist™ Bed Service Manual (man330)
4.13 Caster
Tools required: 13 mm socket
Ratchet
Extension
10 mm hex key
Soft faced hammer
Medium screwdriver
Scissor jack
Removal
NOTE:
The removal and replacement procedure is the same for both the head and foot
end casters.
1. Set the brakes.
2. Raise the bed to the highest position.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Unplug the unit from its power source. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
3. Unplug the unit from its power source. Let the unit to sit for 60 seconds for
the battery to time out.
4. Depending on the caster to be replaced, remove the head or foot frame
cover (A) from the bed (B) (see figure 4-18 on page 4-41).
5. Using the scissor jack, raise the bed high enough to remove the caster .
6. Remove the two alignment bolts (C).
7. Remove the nut (D) and bolt (E).
8. Slide the caster (F) and socket (G) out.
NOTE:
When the caster disengages from the brake bar hex rod, it will fall from the
socket.
9. Remove the caster (F) from the socket (G).