Medline Alterra MAXX User Manual

6 FCEALTMAXX (PIC-xxxxx) | Revision: 01/09/17
SAFETy SUMMARy
AND OPERATING INFORMATION
• Afterinstallationandbeforeuse,ensureallattachedhardwareissecurelytightened
• Handpendantcordmustberoutedandsecuredproperlytoensurecorddoesnotbecome
entangled, pinched, or severed during normal bed operation.
• Keepallmovingpartsfreefromobstruction(i.e.blankets/sheets,heatingblankets/pads,
tubing, wiring, etc.) or with any other products that use electric cords which could get
tangled around the bed, side rails or legs during operation of bed.
• TheAlterraMAXXbedisequippedwith TWO brakes locks; one on the head end of the
bed and one on the foot end. To operate the brake locks, press down on the red pedal
from either side of the bed. To unlock, press the green foot pedal from either side of the
bed. ALWAYS use the brake locks EXCEPT when moving the bed. Pads can be adjusted by
rotating them clockwise or counter-clockwise to ensure proper contact with floor.
• ThesiderailsareNOT intended to be used as a patient restraint. If necessary, a physician
or healthcare professional should be consulted for other means of safe restraint.
• Besuretofullylocksiderails/assistbarsinthefullyupordownposition.Failuretolock
the accessories may result in unintentional movement and injury to patient or caregiver.
• Whenusingsiderails,excessivesidepressurecancausetherailstodeformorbreak.DO
NOT USE side rails as handles to move the bed.
• NEVER permit more than 1 person in or on bed at any time. The safe working load for this
bed is rated at 600-lbs.
• Bodyweightshouldbeevenlydistributedoverthesurfaceofthebed.
• ApersonSHOULD NOT lay, sit or lean in such a way that his or her entire body weight is
placed only on the RAISED head or foot sections of the bed. This includes ASSISITING the
user in repositioning or transferring in or out of bed.
• DO NOT ALTER THE PLUG ON THE ELECTRICAL CORD. If the plug does not fit the existing
outlet, a correct outlet should be installed by a licensed electrician. NEVER operate the unit
if it has a damaged cord or plug.
• UNPLUG the power cord when performing any maintenance (including cleaning) on the
bed.
• DO NOT open or disassemble any factory sealed electronics. If these units are opened, the
warranty is void.
• DO NOT permit excessive prolong activation of the bed’s electrical function (duty cycle).
Exceeding the rated duty cycle of the electronics may cause damage or failure of bed
function.
(Duty Cycle = 10%: 2min on; 18min off)
• Ifallfourbedcastersarenotlocked,bedmovementmayoccurwithlittleornoresistance.
Always activate caster locks during patient transfer (patient movement in or out of the
bed) or use of the bed brake locks on the head and foot ends.
• Thebedisintendedforindooruseonly.
• DO NOT cover the bed’s power cord with rugs, carpet, etc.

Medline Alterra MAXX Specifications

General

Brand	Medline
Model	Alterra MAXX
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English