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• Always operate the product when all operators are clear of the mechanisms.
• Always keep hands and fingers clear of the Fowler backrest release handles and the Fowler backrest frame when you
lower the Fowler backrest.
• Always use caution when you raise and lower the Fowler backrest while a patient is on the product. Use proper lifting
techniques and get help, if necessary.
For product feature availability for your model, see
Product features
(page 19).
To raise the Fowler backrest:
1. Squeeze and hold one or both of the Fowler backrest release handles (A) while you pull the Fowler backrest up to the
desired position (0° to 90°) (Figure 17).
NNoottee -- The LLiifftt AAssssiisstt backrest uses patient weight to assist in patient positioning. The LLiifftt AAssssiisstt backrest also helps
to keep the patient from sliding toward the foot end of the product when you raise the Fowler backrest.
2. Release the Fowler backrest release handle to lock the Fowler backrest in position.
To lower the Fowler backrest:
1. Squeeze and hold one or both of the Fowler backrest release handles (A) while you push the Fowler backrest down to
the desired position (90° to 0°) (Figure 17).
2. Release the Fowler backrest release handle to lock the Fowler backrest in position.
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• Always operate the product when all operators are clear of the mechanisms.
• Always keep hands and fingers clear of the Fowler backrest release handles and the Fowler backrest frame when you
lower the Fowler backrest.
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