Amico Falcon Combo Arm User Manual
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SECTION 1: Installation Preparation
Pre-Installation Information (Please Read Carefully Before Starting)
WARNING
VERIFY THAT RAILS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH AMICO RAIL INSTALLATION IN
STRUCT IONS. RAIL FAILURE WITH DEVICES MOUNTED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
WARNING
IT IS DANGEROUS TO USE THE ARM FOR WEIGHTS OUTSIDE OF THE RATED RANGE.
STRUCTURAL FAILURE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT
WARNING
DO NOT POSITION THE FIT STATION ABOVE A PATIENT.
WARNING
The FIT station contains a strong gas spring which is used to counterbalance the weight of the
mounted device. The arm housing should never be disassembled by non-Amico personnel. Failure to follow
these guidelines could result in serious injury.
WARNING
It shall be the responsibility of the hospital, its consultants and/or contractors to determine
if the mounting surface is adequate to safely mount the specific instrument. This includes the selection of
appropriate fasteners and the proper installation, REGARDLESS WHAT IS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR IT STATION.
See Rail Instructions for specific wall channel guideline information.
WARNING
Verify the weight of the device to be mounted. (FIT Stations are rated at 30 lbs (13.6 kg) total
load. (PLEASE REFER TO WEIGHT RATING LABEL, LOCATED EITHER ON THE TOP OR BOTTOM OF THE ARM
ASSEMBLY, DEPENDING ON THE MODEL). The VESA monitor head is rated for 30 lbs (13.6 kg), the keyboard
tray is rated for 15 lbs (6.8 kg). Check that the device to be mounted does not exceed the weight rating.
Serious injury and damage to the arm can occur as a result of overloading arm assembly.
The FIT weight rating applies to all units with extensions.
For installation on non-Amico rails, ensure the rail is safe for the application.
If you are unsure of your application, please contact an Amico Accessories product Specialist:
1-877-264-2697
Considerable efforts have been made to ensure the safety of your hospital staff and your patients. The installation itself
is beyond the control of Amico Accessories. Accordingly, Amico Accessories will not be responsible for failure related to
the installation of the product.
CONTACT AMICO ACCESSORIES TO DISCUSS SOLUTIONS NOT COVERED IN THIS MANUAL:
1-877-264-2697