4 OPERATION
Invacare® MA50 Series
14
Part No 1148136
4 Operation
4.1
Installing the Mattress
Overlay System (MA50)
1.
If necessary, lower the side rails to facilitate installation of the
mattress.
2.
Place the mattress overlay directly over the existing 3 to 5-inch
foam mattress.
3.
Loop the head end elastic strap around the head end of the existing
foam mattress.
4.
Loop the foot end elastic strap around the foot end of the existing
foam mattress.
5.
Secure the overlay mattress to the existing foam mattress using the
two buckle straps.
FIGURE
1
Installing the Mattress - Overlay System (MA50)
CAUTION
The control unit and mattress on the MA50 series are designed to be used as a system. DO NOT replace mattresses or
control units with other models or other brands. Otherwise, damage to the system may occur. Contact your supplier to
get the correct replacement if needed.
The overlay system comes with the following straps - head end elastic strap, foot end elastic strap and two buckle straps.
Ensure that the side rails can move freely.
Mattress
Overlay
Foam
Mattress
Head End
Elastic Strap
Foot End Elastic Straps
