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Operating Instructions
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Once the bed is positioned correctly, lock casters. Failure to do this could result in
patient and/or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
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Electrical shock or malfunction may occur if the hand control cord is pinched or frayed.
Keep the cord away from moving parts.
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Failure to heed the warnings pertaining to the operation of the bed could result in patient
and/or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
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Never work under the bed while it is in operation.
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Casters will move/roll when the bed is in motion. Stand clear of the bed frame before
operating.
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Flooring may be damaged if casters are not properly positioned before use.
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Keep fingers and arms away from rotating parts when mechanisms are moving.
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Operating this bed with any part of the body in the frame can result in injury. Stand clear
of the bed frame before operating.
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Stand clear of the bed during operation due to minimum floor clearance on all sides of the
bed.
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The bed is for indoor use only. Only operate the bed on a flat surface.
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DO NOT use the bed near an open flame or an extreme heat source.
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This bed is not intended for use in high moisture areas (e.g. showers, pool therapy), or
extreme temperature environments.
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Use only parts, accessories and adapters authorized by the manufacturer.
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DO NOT use the bed with any unintentionally missing or abnormal parts.
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Remove the hand control when the patient is unattended.
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Make sure all cords are properly positioned before operating the bed. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock and serious injury.
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Never work on a bed while it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
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DO NOT use the bed if the power cord is cut, frayed or loosely connected to the bed.
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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 a 110V
grounded outlet.
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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.
Proper Use of the Bed
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Never try to move the bed by the side rail. The side rails may come loose or break.
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Follow the instructions for transferring patients to avoid a fall or injury to the patient
and/or care provider.