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Safety Tips
Chapter 1: Introduction
Page 1 - 32 Resident
TM
LTC Bed Service Manual (man136rc)
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Safety Tips
SHOCK HAZARD:
One of the risks associated with the use of electrical equipment
includes the potential for electrical shock. Train and educate personnel
on the risks associated with electrical equipment.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Unplug the bed from its power source before servicing or cleaning the
bed. Otherwise, a shock hazard exists. Refer to the
“Resident
TM
LTC
Bed In-Service Manual” and to specific sections in this manual for
additional precautions.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Unplug the bed from its power source before unplugging any cables
from the control lockout, or from the control box. An electrical shock
hazard exists.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Unplug the bed from its power source. An electrical shock hazard
exists.
WARNING:
It is not advisable or necessary for personnel to have their entire body
below the sleep surface and within the confines of the bed. If service
personnel need to get under the bed, use suitable jackstands to block
up the bed frame as an added precaution.
WARNING:
Set the brakes and leave the bed in the low position when the resident
is unattended. A resident might use the bed for support when getting on
or off of the sleep surface. Give the bed a solid tug to ensure the brakes
are set. Injury to the resident may occur if the brakes are not set.