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The bed is an electrically powered mechanism. Electrical hazard may occur if the bed is
plugged into inadequate power supply. Make sure the bed is plugged into an 115V
grounded outlet.
Never let fingers or other body parts come between moving parts when operating the bed.
Doing so may cause a pinch or crush type injury.
The bed is to be used in accordance with each facility’s policies and procedures.
Proper Use of the Bed
Follow the instructions for assisting patients in and out of the bed to avoid a fall or injury
to the patient and/or care provider.
Reaching or leaning affects the patient’s center of balance. Follow the instructions for
patients reaching or leaning from the bed to avoid a fall or injury to the patient and/or
care provider.
Never try to move the bed by its side rails. The side rails may come loose or break.
Move the bed by the by non-detachable parts on the main frame.
It is recommended to have the side rails upright at all times while the patient is in the bed.
However, the ultimate decision lies with the medical personnel who are on site and can
fully evaluate all factors.
An injury may occur if the side rail pins are not secured properly, or not in place, causing
harm to the patient and/or care provider.
If the side rails are not secured in the proper place, entrapment to the patient may occur.
Bed rail entrapment is a serious health risk that can result in serious injury or even death.
Sizewise recommends the care provider be mindful of the FDA guidelines relevant to bed
rail entrapment, as serious injury can result. These guidelines can be found on the FDA
website. It is the care provider’s ultimate decision whether or not to use bed side rails
with the patient.
It is recommended to have the side rails upright at all times while the patient is in the bed.
However, the ultimate decision lies with the medical personnel who are on site and can
fully evaluate all factors.
It is recommended to have the side rails upright at all times while the patient is in the bed.
However, the ultimate decision lies with the medical personnel who are on site and can
fully evaluate all factors.
Never try to move the bed by the side rail. The side rails may come loose or break.
Follow the instructions for transferring patients to avoid a fall or injury to the patient
and/or care provider.
Features
While the patient is in the bed, it is recommended to lock the casters to reduce risk of
injury to the patient and/or care provider.
To avoid and reduce risk of a tripping injury to the patient and/or care provider, align the
casters with the bed.
If the weight capacity of the IV pole is exceeded, it could result in patient and/or user
injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
The bed must be unplugged from the wall outlet before operating the power drive system.
The power drive system should be operated ONLY by qualified staff and should remain
