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Safety Tips
Chapter 1: Introduction
TotalCare® Bariatric Bed Service Manual (man299ra) Page 1 - 11
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Fluids
Significant fluid spills onto the system electronics can result in a hazard. If
such a spill occurs, the system should be unplugged, removed from service,
thoroughly cleaned, allowed to completely dry, and checked by service
personnel.
1. Unplug the system from its power source.
2. Take care of the patient.
3. Clean the fluid spill from the system.
4. Have maintenance inspect the system completely.
5. Do not put the system back into service until it is thoroughly dry, tested,
and determined safe to operate.
Electrical Safety
SHOCK HAZARD:
Take care to prevent damage to AC power cords. An electrical shock
hazard exists. When a system is being cleaned it should be unplugged
from its power source.
Establish policies and procedures to train and educate your staff on the risks
associated with electrical equipment.
Lockout Controls (Hi-Lo, Head, Knee, Master)
To restrict a patient or visitor from operating the applicable patient controls,
activate the lockout controls on the siderail controls.
Parts and Accessories
Use only Hill-Rom® parts and accessories. Do not modify the bed system
without authorization from Hill-Rom.
Operating Bed/Surface Precautions
Do not use the electric system/surface configuration in the presence of
flammable gas or vapors.