Hill-Rom DuraStar Series, Service Manual

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2.3 Stretcher Will Not Go Into the Neutral Position
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting Procedures
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2.3 Stretcher Will Not Go Into the Neutral Position
1. The brake/steer pedal locks into the neutral position.
Yes No
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Go to step 4.
2. The stretcher rolls freely in all directions.
Yes No
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Inspect each caster. Replace any defective casters (refer to
procedure 4.6). If this solves the problem, go to “Final Actions”
on page 2-8. Otherwise, go to step 3.
3. Go to “Final Actions” on page 2-8.
4. When the brake/steer pedal is activated, the hex rod rotates 45° in either
direction from neutral.
Yes No
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Check the brake/steer link at the head and foot ends of the
stretcher for proper orientation. If this solves the problem, go to
“Final Actions” on page 2-8. Otherwise, go to step 5.
5. Remove the hex rod from the caster(s) (refer to procedure 4.6). Block the
stretcher with a piece of 8" x 2" x 4" (20 cm x 5 cm x 10 cm) lumber. Put
the lumber at the corner of the lower frame, and rotate the caster. A ratchet
noise is heard when the caster is rotated.
Yes No
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Go to step 8.
6. Replace the worn caster (refer to procedure 4.6).
This solves the problem.
Yes No
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Go to step 8.
7. Go to “Final Actions” on page 2-8.