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Cot Features
OPERATING THE BACKREST
To raise, squeeze handle (A) for pneumatic assist in lifting the Backrest to the desired height. Remove hand(s) from
handle when desired height is achieved.
To lower, squeeze handle (A) and push down on the Backrest frame until the Backrest has reached the desired height.
Remove hand(s) from handle when desired height is achieved.
OPERATING THE SIDERAILS
To raise, lift up until the latch clicks and the siderail locks into place. When a patient is on the cot, always keep the
siderails in the raised position unless the patient is being transferred.
To lower, squeeze handle (B) to release the siderail latch. Guide the siderail down toward the foot end until flat.
WARNING
Siderails are not intended to serve as a patient restraint device. Refer to page 20 for proper restraint strap usage.
Failure to utilize the siderails properly could result in patient injury.
Figure 30 - Backrest Elevated and Siderails Raised
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