POWERING THE BED
The bed is equipped with a power cord . To activate the bed functions, plug the power cord into a wall outlet . When the
bed power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet or in the event of a power failure, the settings of the lockout controls
and the calibration data of the Scale and the Bed Exit (optional) systems are preserved .
WARNING
• Shock Hazard - Improper handling of the power cord may result in damage to the power cord and potential shock
hazards . If damage has occurred to the power cord, immediately remove the bed from service, and contact the
appropriate maintenance personnel . Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury .
• Make sure that the ground chain is in place, intact and it's touching the floor (see Figure 1 .9,
BRAKE/STEER PEDAL
The bed is equipped with two pedals . They control the brakes and the fifth wheel steering . The following illustrations,
appearing on the label affixed on the fifth wheel hood show the operation of the pedals .
2.4 APPLYING THE BRAKES
APPLYING THE BRAKES
The bed is equipped with a central locking system activated by either lateral brake/steer pedals (see Product Illustration
on
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WARNING
Always apply the brakes when a patient is on the bed (except during transport) or when entering/exiting the bed . Serious
injury could result if the bed moves while a patient is getting on or off the bed . After the brake pedal is engaged, push
on the bed to ensure the brakes are applied .
Brake Pedal Operation
To engage the wheel brakes, fully depress the side of the pedal identified by the red arrow labeled "BRAKE" .
To disengage the wheel brakes, toggle the pedal to the neutral position .
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