5 Safety Information
5.1 Safety Information for Bed Operation
x This hospital bed may only be operated by persons who have been instruction by the operator
in its safe operation.
x Electrical adjustments are only possible when the hospital bed is properly connected to the
mains power supply (exception: emergency operation using lead-acid batteries).
x If the load is too high, an electronic overload switch is activated and the control unit is automat-
ically switched off. When the overload is removed, the actuator system resumes operation.
x If the hospital bed changes ownership, the instruction manual must be handed over with the
bed.
5.1.1 Electrical Cabling and Connections
Danger due to Electric Shock
Damaged mains cables can cause fatal electric shocks. Take the following measures to prevent
hazards due to electric shock and malfunctions.
If a damaged mains cable continues to be used, this can lead to electric shock, fire and oth-
er hazards as well as malfunctions. A damaged mains cable must be replaced immediately!
Connect the bed only to a mains electricity supply with an earth wire.
Route the mains cable in such a way that it cannot be pulled, driven over or damaged by
moving parts, or in any other way, when the bed is operated.
Before moving the bed, always make sure that you have unplugged it from the mains sup-
ply.
Hang the mains cable in the mains cable holder provided on the headboard to ensure that it
will not fall off or trail on the floor.
At weekly intervals when the bed is being used, carry out a visual inspection of the mains
cable to check for damage (scuffing, exposed wires, kinks, pressure points, etc.). A check
should also be performed whenever the cable has been subjected to any mechanical load,
e.g. has been driven over by the bed itself or by an equipment trolley, or whenever the cable
has been bent, stretched or violently pulled, e.g. due to the bed rolling away while it is still
plugged into the mains socket, and before plugging the cable back into the mains socket
whenever the bed has been moved or relocated.
Check the strain relief of the mains cable regularly to ensure that the screws are tight and
secure.
Do not place multiple socket outlets under the bed. This could cause electrical hazards due
to damaged mains cables or penetrating fluids.
Do not continue to use the bed if you suspect that the mains cable could be damaged.
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