Activeforever Invacare Semi-Electric Home Care Hospital Bed - Manual (Page 10)

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
IVC ™ Bed Series 10 Part No 1114836
ALWAYS test to make sure that the side rails are properly and securely in place before
using the manual/electric bed.
Invacare recommends that the mattress be centered on the bed frame. Otherwise,
individuals may become entangled between the bed rail and the bed frame.
Physically challenged individuals who cannot prevent themselves from rolling/climbing
out of the manual/electric bed may require alternative safe means of restraint.
When used with a manual/electrical bed, the bed rails DO NOT fall under any weight
limitations. Bed rails can be deformed or broken if excessive side pressure is exerted on
the bed rails. These bed rails are used for the purpose of preventing an individual from
inadvertently rolling out of bed. The bed rails are NOT intended nor may be used for
restraint purposes. If an individual is capable of injuring himself/herself, a physician or a
healthcare professional should be consulted for alternative means of safe restraint.
Although bed rails are not rated to any specific weight limitation, the bed rails may
become deformed or broken if excessive side pressure is exerted on the bed rails. The bed
rail is not an assist rail for getting into or out of bed. DO NOT use the bed rails as push
handles when moving the bed.
DO NOT use the side rails as push handles for moving the manual/electric bed.
Once patient assessment concludes that the patient’s condition increases the chance of
entrapment, the bed MUST be in the flat position when left unattended.
After raising/lowering the head/foot end of the manual/electric bed, check the distance
between the bottom of the bed rail and the mattress. If there is excessive distance between
the bottom of the bed rail and the mattress in which individuals may become entangled,
adjust the height of the bed rail (if applicable), or provide alternative means of patient
protection.
Trapeze units must be positioned on a universal bed end as near as possible to the center
point of the bed end. The trapeze is to be used only in assisting the patient in repositioning
or transferring in or out of the manual/electric bed.
Traction units must be securely fastened to universal bed ends of the manual/electric bed.
These units are to be used only for immobilizing a patient in various traction setups or
assisting the patient in repositioning or transferring in or out of the manual/electric bed.
NEVER allow patients to use trapeze or traction units as a total individual weight
support.
Trapeze units are to be used only for immobilizing a patient in various traction setups or
assisting the patient in repositioning or transferring into or out of bed.
Replacement mattresses and bed side rails with dimensions different than the original
equipment supplied or specified by the bed frame manufacturer are not interchangeable.
Variations in bed side rail design, width and thickness or firmness of the mattress could
cause/contribute to entrapment. Use only authorized Invacare replacement parts and/or
accessories otherwise the warranty is void. Invacare will not be responsible for any
damage or injury that may result.