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Side Rails
Powder Coated and Chromed Side Rails:
To lower, pull knob out and move the side rail to the desired
position. The knob is spring loaded, release it and it will
automatically lock back into position.
To remove, pull knob out and lift side rail out of mount.
WARNING:
If the side rails are not secured in the proper place, entrapment to
the patient may occur. Bed rail entrapment is a serious health risk that can result
in serious injury or even death. Sizewise recommends the care provider be
mindful of the FDA guidelines relevant to bed rail entrapment, as serious injury
can result. These guidelines can be found on the FDA website. It is the care
provider’s ultimate decision whether or not to use bed side rails with the patient.
Never try to move the bed by the side rail. The side rails may come loose or
break.
The side rails are not designed to bear the full weight of the patient. The safe working load for
each side rail has been determined to be 150 lbs. (68 kg).
The side rails were tested to 60601-2-38 (28.4.102 and 28.4.103). These rails also have been
tested and comply with patient entrapment rules and regulations (23.101). See Safety
Tips Section on Bed Entrapment (page
WARNING:
Exceeding the 150 lb. (68 kg) weight capacity of the side rails
could result in patient and/or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other
property.
Transfers
WARNING:
Follow the instructions for transferring patients to avoid a fall or
injury to the patient and/or care provider.
Transfers require good balance and agility and are very dangerous. The care provider should
learn how to position the body and support himself or herself during a patient transfer.
The care provider should work with the patient’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe transfer
methods.