This document is an assembly, care, and guarantee information guide for the MiBed® motion intelligent adjustable bed, manufactured by Furmanac.
Function Description
The MiBed® is an adjustable bed designed to provide customizable comfort. It features an adjustable base that allows users to raise or lower the head and foot ends of the bed, offering various positions for sleeping, reading, or relaxing. Some models also include massage systems for enhanced comfort. The bed is available in different sizes, including 2ft 6in, 3ft, 4ft 6in, 5ft, and 6ft, with options for north/south or east/west splits for larger beds. The adjustable base is designed to work with Furmanac adjustable mattresses.
Important Technical Specifications
- Guarantee: A standard 1-year guarantee against manufacturing defects, extended to 5 years upon online registration within 30 days of delivery.
- Weight Limit: Recommended weight limit of 118kg (approximately 260 lbs) on a standard frame and 158kg (approximately 348 lbs) on a reinforced frame.
- Power: The bed operates electrically, with a battery backup feature for emergency flattening.
- Control: Operated via a remote control (handset), with different models offering standard, Elite Base, or RF (Radio Frequency) functionalities.
- Mattress Compatibility: Designed to work specifically with Furmanac adjustable mattresses. Using non-MiBed mattresses may inhibit performance or cause damage and will void the guarantee.
Usage Features
Assembly:
- General: Requires two people for assembly. Keep children away from small components and plastic bags.
- Castors: Insert castors into grip necks before removing outer packaging.
- Headboard: For models with a headboard, use plastic washers and hand-tighten screws into the four holes, using a screwdriver if necessary but avoiding over-tightening.
- Mattress Retainer Bar: Fit the mattress retainer bar as shown in the instructions.
- Remote Control: Retrieve the remote control from under the frame (cable-tied to the motor) and clip it onto the side of the bed.
- Mattress Placement: Position the mattress on the bed after assembly.
- 5ft Bed (North/South Split): Assemble both bases separately, then link them together using the supplied link bar by removing plastic screw covers and tightening at both ends.
- 4ft 6in / 5ft / 6ft Bed (East/West Split): Insert castors, remove packaging for both bases, link both sides together, fit both frames into position ensuring the head is at the top, insert mattress retainers, retrieve remote controls, and attach headboard(s).
- Skittle Legs (Optional): If ordered, ensure leg spindles are correctly aligned and not cross-threaded when tightened.
- 4-Part Base: Headboard and footboard come with attached brackets; side panels slot in. Lift the headboard upright, insert the first side panel into the bracket, and slot brackets into place, tightening bolts with an allen key. Screw one skittle leg into each corner of the K-Frame and drop the K-Frame into position inside the base.
Operation (Handsets):
- Standard Handset: Buttons for Head End Up/Down, Foot End Up/Down, and Head and Foot End Up/Down.
- Massage Handset: Select individual massage settings, turn massage on/off (including pulse and wave massage), increase/decrease speed of wave/pulse massage, increase/decrease intensity of wave/pulse massage. Specific buttons target shoulder/upper chest, lower back, hip/upper thigh, and lower leg areas.
- Elite Base Handset: Buttons for Head End Raised/Lowered, Foot End Raised/Lowered, Memorise Favourite Position, Return Bed to Flat Position, Raise/Lower Head End, Speed Up/Slow Down Massage Speed, Turn Massage Motor One/Two On/Off, Pulse Mode (adjust intensity/speed), Wave Mode (adjust intensity/speed), Constant Mode (adjust intensity only), Turn Under-Bed Light On/Off, and Turn Torch On/Off.
- RF Handset: Buttons for Foot Massage Motor, Back Massage Motor, Lower Head End and Foot End, Lower Head End, Lower Foot End, Raise Foot End, Off Button, Massage Programme One/Two/Three, Raise Head End and Foot End, and Turn Under-Bed Light On/Off.
Massage Systems (Optional):
- Bolt-on Massage Unit: Fix onto the bed frame, ensuring it's clear of the bed motor. Refer to manufacturer's instructions.
- Infrared Massage Units: Ensure the infrared control box is in view of the control panel for operation.
- Sync Cables: For dual motor systems, insert male cables from each motor into the Y cable, then insert the female cable into the handset.
Battery Back Up:
- For emergency use only, allows the bed to return to a flat position. Remove plastic from around the battery, plug it into the connector, and put it back in place.
Maintenance Features
General Care:
- Mattress Rotation: For "turn" label mattresses, turn fortnightly (side-to-side and head-to-toe) for the first 3 months. For "rotate" label mattresses, rotate head-to-toe fortnightly for the first 3 months, then every other month.
- Airing: Air the bed once a month by stripping bedclothes and leaving for a few hours.
- Fixings: Regularly check that fixings are tight.
- Mattress Protector: Use a mattress protector to prolong bed life.
- Bed Position: Only enter the bed when it is in a flat position.
- High Low Profile Bed: If applicable, ensure height is adjusted by the carer.
- Removable Mattress Covers: Dry clean only; DO NOT WASH.
Upholstery Care:
- Cleaning: Major cleaning should be conducted by an upholstery specialist.
- Minor Stains: Can be removed with a damp (not over-wet) cloth and soapy water or mild detergent. Pretest chemicals in an inconspicuous area.
- Fabric Fading: Avoid direct sunlight by using blinds or curtains.
- Spillages: Blot dry immediately with an absorbent, colour-fast cloth or plain kitchen roll. Do not apply excessive pressure or rub. For large spills, remove as much as possible with clean towelling, a scraper, or spoon, then blot and treat remaining stains as minor.
- Pile Crush: Normal for pile fabrics (e.g., Chenilles). Minimize by lightly brushing the pile in a different direction with a soft brush.
Troubleshooting:
- Bed Not Moving/Handset/Motor Failed: Check motor plug, try different socket, change fuse, change handset or motor.
- Bed Moving Slowly: Check mains supply (may be on backup battery only).
- Bed Juddering: Check for obstacles impeding movement (e.g., pillow, headboard, book).
- Massage Unit Switches Off: Normal function (not a fault).
- LED Light Not Red: Change battery.
- LED Lights But Nothing Happens: Move red switch on transmitter and remote to the same side; hold remote in front of transmitter.
- Massage Working, Motor Not: Check massage unit plugged into motor, power supply plugged into socket.
- Beep Heard, Motor Not Working, Massage Unit Is: Child lock is on; press and hold top right button until a loud beep is heard.
- Massage Unit Loud Noise: Move massage unit away from motor and tighten bolt. Ensure bolt is on 7th, 8th, or 9th slat from head-end and secured with 4 screws.
- Motor and Massage Unit Work Together Only: Transmission of remote and box need to be on the same side.
- Two Massage Units Don't Work: Two handsets cannot be used simultaneously.
Guarantee Exclusions (Non-Manufacturing Faults):
- Smells: Initial odours from fire retardants or dampness are normal; air the mattress.
- Body Indentations: Initial indentations are normal settlement; permanent indentations due to deterioration are covered, but not if aggravated by misuse.
- Perceived Comfort: Subjective and not a basis for a manufacturing fault claim.
- Abuse/Misuse/Wear and Tear: Not covered. Examples include:
- Use without bed linen.
- Removal of non-removable mattress covers.
- Soiling/wetting/unsanitary conditions.
- Failure to follow mattress rotation/turning instructions.
- Excessive wear and tear (e.g., jumping).
- Overloading drawers (more than 5kg).
- Reselling/gifting the mattress/base.
- Exceeding weight limits.
- Applying force/pressure to the head end while operating or upright.
- Sitting on the edge of the mattress.
- Bending or rolling the mattress.
- Failure to follow care guidelines.
- Non-MiBed Base/Mattress Use: Using a MiBed mattress on a non-MiBed base or a non-MiBed mattress on a MiBed base will void the guarantee due to potential performance issues or damage.
Claim Process:
- Contact the retailer with proof of purchase and details of the query.
- If warranty conditions are met, the retailer will liaise with Furmanac.
- For electrical manufacturing faults within 5 years, Furmanac provides replacement parts to the retailer.
- For other manufacturing faults within 5 years, Furmanac will discuss repair or replacement with the retailer at its discretion.
- If the retailer is no longer in business, call Furmanac directly at +44 (0)1384 408844 with purchase details.
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