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11. POWER FAILURES
The bed does not have battery backup functionality unless you have purchased the
battery backup variant of the bed (SOLITE/PRO/BB or SOLITE/PRO/LOW/BB). This
can be identified by a battery box fastened to the leg section actuator. In the event of
a power failure the bed will not function, resulting in the backrest and/or leg section
remaining in the last position being used (for example, a raised position).
The backrest and leg section are operated via two individual actuators that are located
underneath the mattress platform. If either the backrest or leg section actuator is raised
in the event of a power failure and needs to be lowered:
• Locate the actuator supporting the relevant section.
• Hold / support the section - It is recommended that two carers support the section*.
• Remove the pins that hold each end of the actuator in place, and remove the actuator.
• Gently lower the section(s) to the flattened position.
• The function than has been manually lowered should be locked out on the handset
until the actuator is reattached.
For beds that feature battery backup functionality, the bed can be operated normally via
the handset in the event of a power failure. The bed functions may operate at a slower
speed when the bed is operating from the battery.
12. BATTERY CHARACTERISTICS (SOLITE/PRO/BB AND SOLITE/PRO/LOW/BB ONLY)
The internal battery trickle charges whilst the bed is plugged into the mains supply to
keep it in a continually charged state, the bed will continue to operate normally whilst
charging. There is no audible or visual signal to identify when the battery is charging or in
use.
Note: When operating under battery power the bed functions may stop
operating without warning once the battery charge is depleted. Return to
mains supply as soon as possible.
Warning
Warning
Caution
* If the section is to be lowered with a patient in the bed, a risk assessment should be
carried out to determine the weight applied to the backrest and whether it is possible to
lower the section safely. It is recommended that two carers support the section prior to
lowering. When the pins are removed there is nothing supporting the section, the carer(s)
holding the frame must be ready to support the weight on removal of the pin.
Ensure the battery is not exposed to direct sunlight or a secondary heat source - Direct
heating of the battery via an external source could pose a risk of fire or cause an explosion.
The battery is not to be used in normal use (i.e. bed disconnected from the mains supply) -
battery life expectancy may be reduced.
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