Instruction manual for the hospital bed Deka _____________________________________________
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2.3
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RODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.3.1
Designated use
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This bed was designed for use in hospitals and comparable medical facilities. It
is used for positioning patients during the diagnosis, treatment, alleviation and
monitoring of illnesses or to compensate for injuries or disabilities. For detailed
use instructions see chapter 9.5.
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This bed may be operated without restrictions and with a permanent
maximum load of 225 kg
(= safe operating load, consisting of
occupant and accessories)
Symbol:
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The permitted weight of the patient depends on the total weight of
the accessories attached at the same time (e.g. respirators,
infusions,…)
Symbols:
The information applicable for your bed is given on a sticker with the above
symbol located on the undercarriage of the bed.
Example:
Weight of accessories
(with mattress)
Max. permitted weight
of patient
10kg
215 kg
40 kg
185 kg
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This bed is not suitable for patients under 146 cm in height or for small children.
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This bed is designed for re-use. When reusing beds, pay attention to the
necessary requirements:
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Cleaning and Disinfection (see Chapter 5)
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Maintenance / Repeat Inspections (see Chapter 6).
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This bed may be operated only by persons who have received instruction in its
safe operation.
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If the owner of the hospital bed changes, the instruction manual must be
handed over with the bed.
The Deka hospital bed may only be used under the operating conditions
described in this instruction manual.
Its use for any other type of application is deemed to be contrary to the intended
purpose.