Hill-Rom CareAssist P1170, Service Manual

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Preventive Maintenance
Chapter 6: General Procedures
Page 6 - 9 CareAssist™ Bed Service Manual (man330)
Siderails Make sure the head and foot siderails are not bent or twisted.
Make sure the latch mechanism operates correctly. An audible click
must be heard.
Remove the siderail cover, and make sure the mounting screws are
tight.
Inspect the cable routing for pinching, binding, and damage.
Make sure all functions on the caregiver control operate correctly.
Repair or replace the siderail as necessary.
Foot extension Operate the foot extension to make sure the movement is correct and
that it locks properly into the different positions when the lever is
released.
Repair or replace the foot extension as required.
Pivot points Make sure the articulations of the bed operate without making any
noise (high low column bearings, head and thigh sections).
Lubricate as necessary.
Casters Check for cuts, wear and quality of the tread, etc.
Replace if necessary.
Braking and steering Check the brakes to see whether the bed moves when the brake bar is
pressed. Repair as necessary.
Make sure the steering mechanism. Replace or adjust the steering
control elements of the steering caster if necessary. Replace the
caster if necessary.
Plug the bed into an appropriate power source and set the brake bar
to neutral. Make sure the alarm is heard.
Set the brakes on the bed. make sure the alarm stops sounding.
Accessories Check the proper operation of any accessories installed on the bed.
Replace any missing or damaged parts.
SideCom®
Communication
System Inspect and test the communication junction box.
Make sure the SideCom® Communication System features operate
correctly. Inspect the communication cable, including the male and
female pins in the plug.
Replace as necessary.
Function Procedure