APC-US-INS-LAB-RevC18 6
WARNING — CAUTIONS AND PROPER OPERATION
WARNING:
The APC250 model chair has a maximum weight capacity of 325 lb (147 kg),
EVENLY DISTRIBUTED. The EPC, EPD, ESC, and ESD model chairs have a maximum weight
capacity of 500 lb (227 kg), EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.
WARNING:
The chair is not intended to replace a stretcher or gurney.
WARNING:
The chair has warning labels on both the head and foot end stating: Do not sit
on end — as tipping may occur.
WARNING:
Do not stand on footrest — tipping may occur.
WARNING:
When not in use, do not leave the chair in a recline position.
WARNING:
When patient is seated in the chair, ensure the side rails are up and the patient
is secured with patient restraint straps.
WARNING:
Patient entry, egress and transfer from the chair should always be from the
center side rail location with the side rail in the down position and the brakes locked.
WARNING:
At no time should the patient be permitted to enter or exit from the ends of the
chair when in partial or total recline position.
WARNING:
Ensure the brakes are locked when the patient is not being transported.
WARNING:
The patient pendant has a warning label on it stating: Place pendant in holder
when not in use — keep cord clear of moving parts.
WARNING:
All electric powered chairs are equipped with a built in battery back-up
system: nevertheless, the unit should remain plugged into wall receptacle during normal
use. The battery back-up is recommended for transport and emergency only.
WARNING:
The backrest quick drop handle is intended to be used during emergency
situations only.
WARNING:
To turn electric controls on, plug into wall receptacle. To turn off, remove plug
from wall receptacle. The electric powered chairs do not have a separate on / off switch.
WARNING:
The chair has a warning label located on the control box cover stating: To
reduce the risk of electrical shock do not remove the cover. Service by qualified personnel
only.
WARNING:
Always disconnect the power source whenever troubleshooting or servicing
any electric powered chair.
WARNING:
Do not use a sharp instrument to remove fuse, as it may scratch the circuit
board.
WARNING:
The batteries are wired in series; failure to install or rewire the same way may
cause the batteries to explode.
WARNING:
Steam cleaning and pressure washing of chair is not recommended and can
void warranty.
WARNING:
Rail release handle will not release unless force is applied laterally to outside
top of rail.
WARNING:
The chair has a warning label located on both side rails indicating a pinch
point between seat section and side rail.
