Usage and Maintenance Instructions
Ver. 2 07/2012 (1556)
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for deciding to purchase the Comfort Knight
TM
Powered Pillow Lift from Aidapt. The Comfort
Knight
TM
is manufactured from the finest materials and components available. When installed and used
correctly it is designed to give many years of reliable trouble-free service.
Before you attempt to fit your Comfort Knight
TM
, please take some time to read the instructions and
limitations of use.
N.B. This equipment must be installed by a competent person.
140 kg (22 stone) weight limit.
Do not exceed the weight limit stated – doing so could put the user at risk.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
1.
Your Comfort KnightTM is designed to rest on top of your mattress and is designed to lift one
person.
2.
The Comfort KnightTM is fitted to a double bed; it should be fitted to one side allowing the
other occupant to remain prone when the product is in use.
3.
The Comfort KnightTM can, in some instances, be unstable. It is, therefore, very important
that the traversing strap and buckle provided is fitted in accordance with these instructions.
4.
The Comfort KnightTM must not be used in conjunction with any form of electric under
blanket for reasons of safety.
5.
The Comfort KnightTM is an ideal product for home and nursing home situations. It has been
tested for low to medium hazard level.
6.
The Comfort KnightTM has been tested to a safe working load of 140 kg (22 stone) evenly
distributed over the unit.
7.
For reasons of safety you must not exceed the safe working load as stated of 140 kg (22
stone).
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.
FRAME.
Your Comfort Knight
TM
is constructed from high quality, strong steel tube and flat
metal frame. All of the frame is coated with an epoxy paint for longevity.
The Comfort Knight
TM
is powered by a lifting device known as an actuator, which comes ready
fitted to the frame.
It is the actuator that gives the raising and lowering action to the Comfort Knight
TM
.
2.
HANDSET.
Your Comfort Knight
TM
is ergonomically designed to feel comfortable to the hand.
It has ‘easy touch’ buttons with clear arrow-shaped markings for raise and lower
An indicator light is included as standard, which illuminates when your Comfort Knight
TM
is
working.
3.
Each Comfort Knight
TM
comes complete with a webbing strap and buckle, this must be
securely fitted. (Please see Fitting Instructions.)
The webbing strap may come loose after a period of use; please ensure that the strap is
checked periodically for tightness.
4.
CONTROL BOX AND MAIN PLUG
: Each Comfort Knight
TM
is provided with a separate
transformer control box, which can be rested on the floor adjacent to the bed.
