DIRECTIONAL LOCK HINGE
Patients tend to use the bed for support when getting in
or out of bed. Patients could be injured if the bed moves
sideways. To guard against this risk, engage the
Directional Lock Hinges. Simply flip the U-shaped tab
down with your toe over both casters (Fig 10A).
This will prevent any lateral movement (swiveling) of the
caster. To release the casters and allow full mobility of the
bed, flip the U-shaped tab over the square leg tube for
each caster (Fig 10B).
TOTAL FLOOR LOCK
The Total Floor Lock is engaged by simply stepping with
the ball of your foot on the Red Pedal located on the Foot
end of bed (Fig 11A). The bed user will hear/feel the
lock click into place when the Lock is fully engaged.
This will immobilize the bed. To make the bed mobile
again, unlock the Total Floor Lock by stepping on
the Green Pedal (Fig 11B).
WARNING! When the bed is not being
moved, the casters should always be locked.
After applying the brakes test the motion of the
bed to ensure that the brakes are properly
engaged. Patients tend to use the bed for
support when getting in or out of bed, and
could be injured if the bed unexpectedly
moves sideways.
WARNING! When locking the bed in a
facility where there are uneven floors or floors
where traction may be compromised (i.e. oily,
dusty, etc.) be sure to test whether the bed is
truly immobilized. If the facility requires
additional engagement with the floor ask your
sales representative about Q6774.
TRANSPORTING BED
The MC9R/Encore
®
is designed for mobility at any height. Never use Side Rails, Assist Rails or other
accessories to move the bed. To prevent any damage or injury, it is recommended that two personnel be
present when moving a bed. The bed is not intended for transporting patients.
Before moving the bed, you should check all around the perimeter of the bed to ensure that no accessories
will fall or get damaged and that:
1. The Power Supply Cord is unplugged and the cord is safely stored off the floor.
2. All the head and foot brakes are released.
3. All accessories used on the bed are secured or removed.
WARNING! Do not roll the bed over high thresholds with the patient in the bed.
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