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Safety Tips
Chapter 1: Introduction
RESIDENT® Low Bed Service Manual (man259) Page 1 - 13
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Safety Tips
WARNING:
Ensure the transfer gap between the outside of a stored siderail or
assist bar and the outside surface of the mattress does not exceed 1.5"
(3.8 cm). Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment
damage.
WARNING:
Siderails are visual reminders for residents to locate the edge of the
bed, and are not intended for use as a restraint device. Appropriate
medical personnel must determine the level of restraint necessary to
ensure a resident will remain safely in bed and prevent personal injury.
WARNING:
Operate the bed only when persons are clear of the drive mechanisms.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
Guide the bed from the corners near the foot end of the bed. This will
help to keep the legs clear of the frame and feet clear of the base frame
and caster assemblies. Failure to guide the bed from the corners near
the foot end of the bed could result in personal injury or equipment
damage.
WARNING:
Only facility-authorized personnel should troubleshoot the RESIDENT®
Low Bed. Troubleshooting by unauthorized personnel could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
Unplug the unit from its power source. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
Lock the casters. Inadvertent movement during inspection or service