Final Actions
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting Procedures
Page 2 - 10 Affinity® Three Birthing Bed and Affinity® Four Birthing Bed
Service Manual (MAN272 REV 4)
2. Operate all radio, TV, nurse call, and lighting functions in both siderails.
All functions operate properly.
Yes No
Replace the P.C. switch board containing the faulty function(s)
for caregiver controls (refer to procedure 4.29), or for patient
controls (refer to procedure 4.28). If this solves the problem, go
to “Final Actions” on page 2-10. Otherwise, contact Hill-Rom
Technical Support.
3. Perform the brake/steer performance check. Place the brake steer pedal into
the brake position and then the steer position. The brake and steer functions
operate properly.
Yes No
Go to RAP 2.11, and adjust the brake and steer functions (refer
to procedure 4.30). If this solves the problem, go to “Final
Actions” on page 2-10. Otherwise, contact Hill-Rom Technical
Support.
4. Operate the labor grips on both sides of the bed. The labor grips latch when
in the full up position and then release when the release handle is activated.
Yes No
Replace the faulty labor grips (refer to procedure 4.15).
5. Operate the siderail latching mechanism by raising and then lowering the
siderail. The siderail latches when in the full up position and lowers slowly
when the release handle is activated and allowed to free fall.
Yes No
Replace the faulty siderail assembly (refer to procedure 4.27).
6. Unplug the bed from its power source, and verify that the battery back-up
is operating properly by activating bed functions. The battery back-up
provides sufficient power to operate the bed functions.
Yes No
Go to RAP 2.16.
7. Go to “Final Actions” on page 2-10.
Final Actions
1. Complete the required preventive maintenance procedures. See
“Preventive Maintenance” on page 6-6.
2. Complete all required administrative tasks.