Setting the Bed Height (Mechanically)
9.5 Setting the Bed Height (Mechanically)
IMPORTANT! When making adjustments to the hospital bed, please note the safety infor-
mation given in Chapter Bed Adjustment » 16.
Depending on the model of bed, the mattress base can be adjusted mechanically or electrically.
Mechanical adjustment is described below:
The mattress base height is continuously adjustable. Adjustment is made using a hydraulic foot
pump.
Press the pedal
This raises the mattress base.
Release the pedal when the desired mattress
base height is reached.
Raise the pedal with your foot.
This lowers the mattress base.
Release the pedal when the desired mat-
tress base height is reached.