Burke TRI-FLEX User manual
PN 63211
Revised 122012
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KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE BED AT ALL TIMES!
WARNING - All persons operating this drive must read
and understand this entire manual before using the drive!
Operation Manual
Impulse Drive System
STOP! For In-service training or service call your dealer
Patent No. 7,472,438
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Copyright 2012 Burke, Inc.
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in any form or means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying,
recording, or by any information retrieval system without written permis-
sion of BURKE, INC.
Tri-Flex is a trademark of Burke, Inc.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Burke,
Inc. makes no commitment to update or keep current, the information con-
tained in this manual.
Additional copies of this manual may be obtained from Burke, Inc. Please
contact you local representative.
Table of Contents
Introduction page 1
- Device Overview page 1
- Typographical Overview page 1
- Symbols and Warnings page 2
Important Safety Information page 8
Basic Operational Instructions page 11
- Your First Drive page 12
- Weight Indicator (W.I.) system page 15
Cleaning / Disinfection Instructions page 16
Storage of the Bed page 17
Service/ Fuses page 18
Troubleshooting page 20
Frequently Asked Questions page 21
Burke, Inc. ®
Kansas City, KS 66106 USA
www.burkebariatric.com
IMPULSE DRIVE - OPERATION MANUAL 1
Overview
This electric hospital bed is intended for use in an institutional environ-
ment whenever a patient’s weight and/or overall size exceeds existing
unit limitations or patient’s weight exceeds that which the staff can care
for without reducing the quality of service and endangering the safety
of patient and staff. This patient weight usually includes anyone over
The Tri-Flex system can also facilitate patient transport. The impulse
drive system allows for safe and easy control during transport.
NOTE: This manual covers the use and functions of the impulse
drive system. Instructions for other options and accessories such as
scale systems and mattress systems will be covered in supplemental
literature provided with those accessories.
Operating Precautions
Before operating this drive system insure that you have read and un-
derstood in detail the content of this manual. It is important that you
read and strictly adhere to the safety information contained in this
manual. This product is intended for indoor use at room temperatures
by health care professionals only.
Any reference to a side of the bed is from the patient’s view laying in
the bed on their back.
Introduction
TRI-FLEX BED
IMPULSE DRIVE SYSTEM
OPERATIONAL MANUAL
2 IMPULSE DRIVE - OPERATION MANUAL
Symbols and Warnings
The symbol below highlights a WARNING: or CAUTION:
- A WARNING-
ing a warning could result in patient or user injury.
- A CAUTION points out special procedures or precautions that personnel must follow to avoid
equipment damage.
regarding operation.
The symbol following indicates that this device is for indoor use only:
The symbol below indicates a battery:
Introduction
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IMPULSE DRIVE - OPERATION MANUAL 3
Mechanical
Range: 5-7 miles / 8-11 km (Varies with weight)
Turning Radius: 50” / 127 cm (Approximate)
Tires: Flat-free Foam Filled
Electrical
Current: 1.0 Amps
®
*IMPORTANT: To maximize life and performance you must use batteries with the words “FAA
label. CE marked is also advised. Such batteries have been tested for leakage, vibration, and
operated in any position without any problems caused by either liquid or vapor leakage.
NOTICE: -
mum time between charges and maximum battery life in this application. Gel-type batteries may
be used but be aware that some import gel batteries have been shown to liquefy when subjected
IMPORTANT: -
ies are recommended for use with this Power Drive System. DO NOT use regular car starter
water. They have no danger of hazardous gas or liquid leakage or spillage. These batteries do
not have any orientation restrictions. They will operate with full capacity and battery life when
mounted in any position.
NOTICE: The drive system batteries are located inside the metal battery box attached to the
axle at the foot end of the bed. We do not recommend removing the batteries from the box except
when it is necessary to replace a depleted battery set. Always replace both batteries with new
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