SMI-1414-EN Rev. 005 - Installation and Service Manual
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11 Replacement Procedures
If any BBPs are present, stop work and notify customer that the Vanguard must
be cleaned prior to performing service.
Most components are direct replacements requiring no tools or training to perform. Replacement procedures
are defined for components that should be cleaned, replaced or repaired by the field service technician and
require testing after replacement.
11.1 Compression Rail
SMI Part #:
SVC-00347
GEHC Part #:
5408251
Time required:
20 minutes
Tools required:
1/8” Allen wrench
Personnel required:
1
1. Place Patient Support upside down on a soft/protected surface to access Compression Rail.
2. Take note of orientation of Compression Rail for correct replacement.
3. With a 1/8” Allen wrench, remove 8 screws which fasten Compression Rail.
4. Replace Compression Rail and replace 8 screws.
Figure 37
Finalization Steps
i.
Test function of sliders on Compression Rail by sliding and locking them on several positions along
the length of the Compression Rail.
