LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS
The only components of the bed needing periodic lubrication are the four actuator screws and the clevis pins holding the
head actuator to the head section lever . These components should be inspected annually and lubricated every two years .
CAUTION
The bed uses oil impregnated shoulder spacers at hinge points . DO NOT lubricate these shoulder spacers . When
shoulder spacers become worn, replace them .
ACTUATOR SCREW LUBRICATION
Tools Required:
• #2 Phillips Screwdriver
• Brush
• Bungee Cord (or equivalent)
• OG2 Grease (or equivalent)
Procedure:
Clevis Pin
1 .
Raise the bed to the highest position and apply the brakes .
2 .
Remove the plastic head section cover (if equipped) . Raise the head section to the highest position .
3 .
Remove the headboard .
4 .
Unplug the power cord from the wall receptacle .
5 .
Apply a coat of OG2 grease to the clevis pin (A) .
6 .
Raise and lower the head section several times to ensure the clevis pin is properly coated .
Procedure:
Head and Thigh Actuators
1 .
Raise the bed to the highest position and apply the brakes .
2 .
Remove the plastic head and foot section covers (if equipped) .
3 .
Raise the head section to the highest position and flatten the thigh section . Lower the four siderails .
4 .
Unplug the power cord from the wall receptacle .
5 .
Lift the foot section and fold it back towards the head end of the bed . Secure it using a bungee cord .
6 .
Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws (B) holding the cover plate to the frame and remove the
plate . Remove the night light if equipped .
7 .
Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws (C) holding the dust tube of each actuator . Push the tube
back to uncover the screw threads .
8 .
Using a brush, apply OG2 grease to the screw threads . Ensure the grease penetrates to the bottom of the threads .
9 .
Replace the dust tubes and cover plate, and lower the foot section .
10 . Plug the power cord into the wall receptacle .
11 . Using the electronic controls, raise and lower the head and thigh section several times to spread the grease evenly .
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