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SIDE RAIL WARNING
Other manufacturers side rails/bars may not be compatible and can lead to entrapment issues or harm to patients/
residents. Only compatible side rails/bars may be used on this bed. Make sure bed frame is adjusted correctly for
mattress size being used and side rails/bars are properly secured to frame to decrease the risk of entrapment.
ENTRAPMENT WARNING
The risks associated with these devices used in conjunction with specialty mattresses and mattress overlays have not
been evaluated. When these specialty mattresses or mattress overlays are used, the end user facility must take steps to
ensure that the therapeutic benet outweighs the risk of entrapment.
SIDE RAIL WARNING
Side rails/bars serve as a passive reminder to help keep patient from falling out of the bed.
CRUSH HAZARD
Crush hazard exists between the side rails/bars and the oor when in the lowest position which may cause injury to
oneself or others. Do NOT place feet beneath the side rails/bars.
SIDE RAIL WARNING
Although side rails are not rated to any specic weight limitation, the side rails may become deformed or broken if
excessive side pressure is exerted on the bed rails. The side rail is not an assist device for getting into or out of bed.
DO NOT use the side rails as push handles when moving the bed. Always test to make sure that the side rails are
properly and securely in place before using the bed.
DO NOT install the optional side rails without reading and understanding all of the instructions in the instruction sheet that
accompanies the bed rail kit.
DO NOT use the side rails as push handles for moving the bed.
Side rails are intended to prevent an individual from inadvertently rolling out of bed. DO NOT use for restraint purposes.
When used with a manual/electrical bed, side rails DO NOT fall under any weight limitations. Side rails can be deformed
or broken if excessive side pressure is exerted on the bed rails. Side rails are used for the purpose of preventing an
individual from inadvertently rolling out of bed. Side rails are NOT intended nor may be used for restraint purposes. If an
individual is capable of injuring himself/herself, a physician or a healthcare professional should be consulted for alternative
means of safe restraint.
ENTRAPMENT WARNING
Accurate assessment of the patient/resident and monitoring of correct maintenance and equipment use are required to
prevent entrapment. For additional information on product and safety issues for bed frames and rails refer to product
manuals specic to the product or accessories you have or are planning to install. If bed frames have been serviced
or any other adjustments have been made, you must ensure all parts are securely back in place before operating the
bed. Other manufacturers side rails may not be compatible and can lead to entrapment issues or harm to residents and
staff. Make sure mattress is the correct size for bed frame and the Side rails are secured to frame to decrease the risk of
entrapment.
On March 10, 2006, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released guidelines for reducing the risk of hospital
bed entrapment entitled; “Hospital bed System Dimensional and Assessment Guidance to Reduce Entrapment”. This
guidance document identies potential entrapment areas within the bed frame, rails and mattress and identies those
body parts most at risk for entrapment. It also provides manufacturers with basic design criteria to consider when
SIDE RAIL INSTALLATION (OPTION)
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