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Assist Device Assembly
Assist Rail Warning
Other manufacturers’ assist rails may not be compatible and can lead to entrapment issues or
harm to patients/residents. Only compatible Panacea assist rails may be used on this bed. Make
sure bed frame is adjusted correctly for mattress size being used and assist rails are properly
secured to frame to decrease the risk of entrapment.
Entrapment Warning
The risks associated with these devices used in conjunction with specialty mattresses and
mattress overlays have not been evaluated. When these specialty mattresses or mattress
overlays are used, the end user facility must take steps to ensure the therapeutic benefit
outweighs the risk of entrapment.
Assist Rail Warning
Assist rails are intended only to assist the resident during bed entry and exit. These devices are not
siderails nor are they intended to be used in a manner that makes user entry or exit more difficult.
Mount to mattress rail on headboard
side only
Mount only between first rung
of forward mattress rail
WARNING:
Please take careful note to ensure the correct placement of the handrail.
If the rail is placed incorrectly, it may pose an entrapment risk to your resident.
Resident entrapment with rails may cause injury or death. To help prevent entrapment, you
should follow the FDA’s Entrapment Guidance and your healthcare provider’s recommendations
when choosing a bed, mattress and accessories that are appropriate for the specific resident. In
addition, some states may prohibit rails or consider rails to be resident restraints. Always assess
whether restraints are needed on a case-by-case basis and document the need for any resident
restraint. Contact your state surveyor for further guidance regarding rails and restraints. Using
the corresponding left and right side handrails, place each handrail on the mattress guard rail on
the headboard section of the bed. The padded side should be facing the resident. The “short
end” of the handrail should face the footboard. Take care to place the rail on the
FAR END ONLY
with only the first adjustment rail and ruled mattress guide falling between the lower rungs of
the handrail. Please note pictures for correct placement. Note the handrail should not block any
buttons or functions when placed correctly on the proper side of the bed.
Slide out mattress rail and use the (4) locking lag bolts and knobs to fasten the handrails. The lag
bolts should slide through the rail with the notched section of the bolt fitting inside the handrail.
Knobs are to be installed on the inside of the mattress rail as shown.
WARNING:
Ensure siderails are aligned with arrow stickers on bed frame.
