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Steer (head left) caster replacement (Continued)
WARNING
Always make sure to line the hex shaft with the hex in the caster. Test the caster to identify the direction of the
brake. Damage may occur if you install the caster incorrectly.
11. Verify proper operation of the product before returning it to service.
Figure 7: Steer (head left) caster
Head end siderail gas cylinder replacement
Tools required:
• Large flat screwdriver
• Hammer
• 3/8 in. drive ratchet
• 13 mm socket
• 13 mm combination wrench
Procedure:
1. Apply the brakes.
2. Raise the product to the highest height position.
3. Power down the bed and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
4. Raise the siderail to the full upright and latched position.
5. Using a 3/8 in. drive ratchet and 13 mm socket with a 13 mm combination wrench, remove and discard the bolt,
spacers, and nut that secures the head end siderail gas cylinder to the fowler (backrest) frame.
6. Using a large flat screwdriver and a hammer, remove one of the push nuts (A) that secures the bottom of the head
end siderail gas cylinder (C) to the siderail mechanism (Figure 8 on page 55).
7. Remove the pivot pin (B) (Figure 8 on page 55).
8. Remove and discard the head end siderail gas cylinder.
9. Reverse steps to reinstall.
10. Verify proper operation of the product before returning it to service.
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