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Transport
CAUTION:
Before transporting the bed, make sure that the power cord, hoses, and other equipment are
properly stored. Failure to do so could result in equipment damage.
CAUTION:
Do not push or pull the bed by IV poles, siderails, or other equipment. Use the transport
handles, headboard, footboard, or other designated locations. Failure to do so could result in
equipment damage.
The VersaCare™ Bed is intended to be used to transport patients with
the foot end of the system forward. Prior to transport, properly stow the
power cord to prevent tripping. Take care to prevent damage to the AC
power cord. An electrical shock hazard exists. Use only the headboard,
transport handles (if installed) or the footboard to move the bed.
Make sure the patient, equipment, and all lines are securely placed
within the perimeter of the bed for intra-hospital transport. The
VersaCare™ Bed is not intended to be used to transport a patient in the
Chair position.
Fully extended IV poles could impact doorways or ceiling fixtures. Lower poles prior to patient transport.
After transport make sure that the Nurse Call system cables are properly connected.
Sleep Surface/Mattress
WARNING:
Some safety features of the VersaCare™ Bed may not function or may not operate as intended
with surfaces manufactured by other companies. Check with the surface manufacturer to
determine those safety features of the bed that have been tested and verified to work properly
with the replacement surface. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or damage
to equipment.
NOTE:
Hill-Rom recommends the use of Hill-Rom surfaces that have been designed and tested specifically for
the VersaCare™ Bed. Customers electing to purchase replacement surfaces from other manufacturers
should confirm that the replacement surface, when used in conjunction with the VersaCare™ Bed, meets
applicable regulations, regulatory guidance and technical standards and does not create unacceptable
risks of injury to patients or caregivers. Specifically, Hill-Rom suggests that surfaces utilize dimensions
and construction to minimize gaps where entrapment could occur, provide for sufficient height between
the surface and the top of the siderail to prevent accidental roll-over events, provide appropriate firmness
at the edges of the surface to facilitate safe transfers into and out of the bed, and do not interfere with the
proper operation of siderails.
WARNING:
Do not use mattress overlays while in the chair position. Patient injury or equipment damage
may occur.
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