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Cot Operation
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B
Figure 38 − Pneumatic Backrest and Siderails
OPERATING BACKREST
To raise , squeeze handle (A) for pneumatic assist in lifting the backrest to the desired height. Remove your
hand(s) from the handle when the desired height is achieved.
To lower , squeeze handle (A) and push down on the backrest frame until the backrest has reached the de-
sired height. Remove your hand(s) from the handle when the desired height is achieved.
OPERATING SIDERAILS
To raise , lift up until the latch clicks and the siderail locks into place. When a patient is on the cot, always
keep the siderails in the raised position unless the patient is being transferred.
To lower , squeeze handle (B) to release the siderail latch. Guide the siderail down toward the foot end until
flat.
WARNING
Siderails are not intended to serve as a patient restraint device. Refer to pages 16 & 17 for proper restraint
strap usage. Failure to use the siderails properly could result in patient injury or damage to the cot.