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4.6 General Warnings
Warning
• The bed is to be installed and put in to service in accordance with the
information provided in these instructions for use.
• The bed is typically not suitable for child use, if it is to be used for child
occupancy ensure a risk assessment has been undertaken taking in to
account the proportions of the child and dimensions of the bed frame.
• The bed is not suitable for occupants who are less than 146cm in length
- If in doubt please contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. for further
advice.
• The bed is not suitable for occupants who weigh less than 40kg - If in
doubt please contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. for further advice.
• The bed is not suitable for occupants who have a BMI less than 17 - If
in doubt please contact your provider or Sidhil Ltd. for further advice.
• Misused electrical equipment can be hazardous.
• Accessories that have not been approved or designed for use with the
bed are not be used - A hazard could be introduced due to product
combination incompatibility.
• Modification of the bed frame is not allowed without the permission of
Sidhil Ltd. – A hazard could be introduced.
• Electrically operated beds should not be used in the presence of
flammable gasses or used in oxygen rich environments – Risk of
explosion / fire.
• Keep the bed away from sources of heat and naked flames (e.g.
cigarettes, electric fires, fan heaters etc.) - Risk of explosion / fire.
• Bed functions must be locked out if there is any doubt about the ability
of the patient to operate the bed safely.
• If children, adults with learning difficulties or even pets pose a potential
risk of intentional or unintentional tampering with the bed its
suitability for use is to be considered during the initial patient / product
risk assessment.
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