Stryker FL17E - Operation Guide; Switching on Power; Applying the Brake; Moving the Bed

Operations Manual
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2. OPERATION GUIDE
2.1 SWITCHING ON POWER
The main power switch, located beneath the foot board in the middle of the foot end casing,
enables the bed functions to be activated or deactivated at any time. When the switch is turned
on, its green status indicator LED will light up, indicating that the bed electric commands are
available. Note that siderail controls are automatically shut off when the main power switch is
turned off.
Shock Hazard - Improper handling of the power cord may result in damage to the power cord
and potential shock hazards. If damage has occurred to the power cord, immediately remove
the bed from service, and contact the appropriate maintenance personnel. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
2.2 APPLYING THE BRAKE
The FL17E is equipped with a central locking system activated by two brake/steer pedals (see
page 11, "Bed Illustration") located on both sides of the bed.
Always apply the brakes when a patient is on the bed (except during transport) or when
entering/exiting the bed. Serious injury could result if the bed moves while a patient is getting on
or off the bed. After the brake pedal is engaged, push on the bed to ensure the brakes are
securely applied.
Brake Pedal Operation
To engage the wheel brakes, press the red "TOTAL BRAKE" side of the brake/steer pedal fully
down on either side of the bed.
To disengage the wheel brakes, toggle the pedal to neutral position.
2.3 MOVING THE BED
The FL17E is equipped with a 5th steer wheel (see page 11, "Bed Illustration") activated by two
brake/steer pedals located on both sides of the bed.
The 5th wheel helps guiding the bed along a straight line and also for pivoting at corners.
To reduce risk of injury, ensure the sleep surface is horizontal and in the lowest position with the
siderails fully raised and locked when moving the bed with a patient in it.
To avoid injury to the patient and/or user, do not attempt to move the bed laterally with the steer
pedal engaged. The fifth steer wheel cannot swivel.
To avoid damage to the siderail mechanisms, do not move the bed using the raised siderails.
Use the push/pull handles integrated to the boards to move the bed
Steer Pedal Operation
To engage the 5th wheel, press the green "AXIAL STEER" side of the brake/steer pedal fully
down on either side of the bed.
To disengage the 5th wheel, toggle the pedal to neutral position.
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