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Joerns® Bed Frames
Chauffeur™
© 2016 Joerns Healthcare • 6110347 RevA • 16-2857
Warning:
The Chauffeur transport drive is designed
for high maneuverability, but use caution when
encountering obstacles. Failure to drive cautiously
can result in collisions which may cause physical
harm. When approaching an obstacle, keep your
speed at a minimum and maintain a safe distance
from that object. Avoid all small objects on the floor.
The Chauffeur’s floor clearance may be less than the
size of the object. Running over an object or into a
depression could cause damage to the unit. NEVER
drive the bed near platforms, stairs, ledges, curbs or
any other potentially dangerous situation as severe
injury can occur.
Adjusting the Handle
The Joerns Chauffeur has an ergonomic Hoyer
®
handle design to best control the bed with comfortable
hand holds. It is recommended to operate the
Chauffeur with the bed at low height for safety of the
patient. The bed height can be adjusted approximately
3” to allow for a more upright stride by the caregiver.
The handle can be mounted higher to accommodate
the patient helper. See installation instructions.
Braking Systems
The Chauffeur has programmed braking that will
swiftly slow the bed when the drive is disengaged.
Note:
Braking is only effective as long as the drive
wheels do not lose traction, which can happen as a
result of a smooth, wet floor surface and/or a floor
surface sloped in excess of ADA requirements.
Warning: Possible Injury or Death.
Severe injury
may result if the bed is left unattended with the caster
locks disabled.
Pushing Manually
The drive system on the Joerns Chauffeur can be
disabled to allow the unit to be pushed manually. To
disable the drive system:
1. Move the Chauffeur to a level surface and place
the Power Switch in the OFF position.
2. Press the pressure release button to manually raise
the drive wheel. (Figure 3).
3.
Manually lift wheel from the ground to allow
bed movement.
Warning: Possible Injury or Death.
Do not disable
the drive system on or near an inclined surface. The
bed will freely move and will not stop on its own. Severe
injury may result if the unit is left unattended with the
caster locks disabled.
Figure 3
