Safety Tips
46 Affinity® Three Birthing Bed and Affinity® Four Birthing Bed User Manual (USR025 REV 6)
exists. Use only the headboard, headboard push handles (wood headboards), or the integrated push handles (D
model beds) to move the bed.
Transport the bed with the head-end lift arms parallel to the
ground or lower.
Make sure the patient, equipment, and all lines are placed within
the perimeter of the bed for intra-hospital transport.
Fully extended IV poles could damage doorways or ceiling
fixtures. Lower poles before patient transport.
Make sure that the Nurse Call system cables are correctly
connected after transport.
WARNING:
During transport, use caution so the bed does not tip or overbalance. Failure to do so may cause injury or
equipment damage.
Generally, as the load increases, the risk of instability goes up.
Lower the foot section and head section to increase stability.
Lower the bed deck height to increase stability.
Use and position of accessories may affect stability. Do not overextend IV poles or similar accessories and do not
overload accessories. If multiple accessories are in use, distribute them evenly from side to side or head to foot.
For inclines or thresholds, only approach them as you move forward or backwards.
To help prevent overbalance or collision with hidden objects or people, do not make sharp corners and do not turn
the bed at high speeds.
Use two or more caregivers to transport the bed if it is occupied.
Head-End
Lift Arm
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