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General
1
Examine all the warning signs on the bed, examine the bed for obvious signs of damage.
All aspects of the equipment should operate as intended. Check that all nuts, bolts and
other fasteners are tight and are not missing.
2
Examine flexible cables and conduits for cuts, cracks, abrasions or other deterioration.
3
Check that the power supply plug is not damaged. If either the power cable or plug is
damaged then both the cable and plug must be replaced as a complete assembly by an
approved service agent.
Central Locking System
1
Apply the brakes and push the bed forwards. If any of the four braking castors rotate the
brake is not fully effective.
2
Check the two steering lock castors for correct operation.
3
If either the brakes or the steering locks are not working correctly contact an approved
service agent.
Side Rails (if fitted)
1
• The locking pin mechanism and striker plate arrangement should be checked every
three months.
• Inspect the side rails for general wear and tear on fittings and pivot joints every six
months.
• Check for rust, structural integrity of welds and paint finish every twelve months.
2
Raise the side rail to the upright position until the locking mechanism clicks into
place. Refer to the operating procedures starting on page 10 of this manual for further
instruction.
3
Check that the there is no yellow shaft visible. In the locked position the red on the
locking pin shaft should not be visible from above
4
If the red shaft is visible when the side rail is in the raised and locked position, contact
Aidacare for service advice.
5
Check that the rails pivot axles are securely fitted to the bed. The pivot axles are locked
into place by the manufacturer by a 10mm lock nut.
NOTE: Other than general maintenance activities all other service or repair
work must be performed by qualified and trained persons who are approved
by Aidacare.
WARNING: The bed must be disconnected from the mains power supply
before starting any maintenance activity.
