Hill-Rom P870, Manual

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4.13 Siderail Latch
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures
Page 4 - 40 Resident
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4.13 Siderail Latch
Tools required: Drift punch Hammer
Crescent wrench
Teflon
®
lubricant (P/N SA0646)
Adjustment
1. Raise the bed to gain access to the underside of the siderail assembly.
2. Raise the siderail.
3. Check the alignment of the latch block (A) and with the notch in the strap
assembly (B) (see figure 4-28 on page 4-40).
Figure 4-28. Siderail Latch Mechanism
4. Use a punch and hammer to move the latch block upward, or use a crescent
wrench to bend the strap so the latch block aligns with the notch in the
strap assembly (B).
5. Lubricate the latch mechanism with Teflon lubricant.
6. Raise and lower the siderail to ensure the siderail latch functions correctly.
A
B
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