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Unplug the mains cable only by pulling on the plug.
Position the mains cable so that there are no loops or bends in the cable; protect the cable from
mechanical wear and tear.
Improper handling of mains cable can cause an electric shock hazard, other serious injuries or damage
to the mattress replacement system.
Improper handling of mains cable can cause an electric shock hazard, other serious injuries or
damage the bed.
Ensure that the stipulated duty cycle (on-time) is not exceeded.
Ensure that the moving parts of the bed are not blocked.
To prevent failures, use the manufacturer’s original accessories and mattresses only.
If the patient's condition could lead to an entrapment, leave the mattress support platform in the flat
position while the patient is unattended.
Adjust bed height to approx. 20 cm below maximum height when transporting the bed in order to
facilitate overcoming possible obstacles.
Do not exceed maximum load of 80 kg for mattress platform extension.
Ensure that the bed and its components are only modified with the manufacturer´s approval.
Use the mattress system only as specified in this manual and in perfect working order.
Use the mattress system only with the correct mains supply (see Electrical Specifications
(Symbioso)).
Use the mattress system only in its original state and do not modify it in any way.
Have the mattress system used only by or under supervision of trained and qualified
nursing personnel.
Have the mattress system serviced and installed only by qualified personnel trained and
authorised by the manufacturer.
Do not exceed the maximum patient weight limit (see Mechanical Specifications (Symbioso)).
Do not use the SCU near
flammable gases. This does not
apply to oxygen cylinders.
Never use the mattress replacement system near radiators or other heat sources.
Never cover the SCU while in use.
Select a suitable location for the placement of bed accessories and other objects to prevent
involuntary activation of buttons or controls which may result in the adjustment of bed positioning.
Do not use the bed in the event parts have been removed (e.g. parts of mattress platform) unless
these parts are designed to be removed (e.g. head and/ or foot end of the bed).
Never place any accessories or handset on the side rails in the area where the integrated side rail
controller is located.
After each emergency situation always check if any of the controllers (in side rails, hand set or ACP) is
not involuntarily pressed by the bed accessories or by the mattress.
The weighing system must be tested at regular intervals and in accordance with the metrological
regulations of the relevant country. All testing and certification must be carried out by qualified
personnel. The healthcare provider is responsible for ensuring the required testing frequency and
testing procedure of the weighing system is carried out.
To avoid injury or crushing, take extra caution when operating any moving parts of the bed.
To avoid unintended activation of moving parts during any use of the bed always check that none of
the control elements of the bed is not involuntary pressed by persons, mattress or other objects.