Emergency lowering device
1 Release handle of the emergency
lowering device
4.8 Options
If not specified otherwise, the options listed here are available for
the entire series of the Matrix linear actuator (MAX1, MAX3 und
MAX6).
4.8.1 Emergency lowering device
The emergency lowering device (1) makes it possible to manually
lower the application in case of an emergency (e. g. during power
failure or motor malfunctions) († Chapter “Operation”).
Fig. 12
4.8.2 Quick adjustment
In life-threatening situations (e. g. reanimation of a patient) the
actuator can be adjusted manually with the quick adjustment func-
tion. This makes it possible to lower e.g. the back or foot wedge of a
bed.
There are two options for a quick adjustment.
• Quick adjustment via knob
• Quick adjustment via Bowden cable