GLIDEAWAY MICA User manual

OWNERS MANUAL
MICA
Base
Comfort
®
GoldSeries

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Safety Information ...........................................................................2
What Is Included ...............................................................................5
Assembly - Base ...............................................................................6
Location of Controls - Remote ..................................................11
Operation - Main ...........................................................................12
Operation - Linking the Remote ................................................13
Troubleshooting .............................................................................14
Available Accessories ....................................................................15
Online Resouces.............................................................................16
Contents
User Info
Please take a moment and write down the serial number in the space provided below, in
case you need to refer to it in the future. This information can be found by raising the
head section of the bed.
SKU: CB1810RF
Serial Number ________________________________________________________
This number will be required for future service claims.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
ATTENTION!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THIS MANUAL!
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT. PROPER OPERATION OF YOUR ADJUSTABLE BED IS NECESSARY
TO ENSURE THE LONG LIFE AND DURABILITY YOU
EXPECT FROM A HIGH-QUALITY PRODUCT. THE MANUFACTURER
HAS TESTED AND INSPECTED THIS PRODUCT PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Always unplug this adjustable bed from the electrical outlet before any cleaning or
maintenance of the adjustable bed. To safely disconnect, remove the plug from the outlet.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Use only indoors.
Discontinue use of this adjustable bed and contact the manufacturer for repair if:
(1) it has a damaged cord or plug, (2) it is not working properly, or (3) it has been dropped
or damaged.
FOR OPTIMAL SAFETY, YOUR ADJUSTABLE BED SHOULD BE PLUGGED INTO A SURGE
PROTECTOR (not supplied with this adjustable bed).
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Warning – Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
6LR61 9V batteries and LR03 AAA batteries.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the
battery compartment. A reversed battery may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline, Rechargeable and
Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge a battery not intended to be recharged; it can overheat and
rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO MOISTURE.
RADIO FREQUENCY IS 2.4Ghz.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada’s license exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Any change to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure
requirements and void the user’s right to operate the device.
The input voltage is AC100-240 50/60HZ; the output voltage is DC29V 1.8A.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARRANTY WARNING!
This bed is specifically designed to require no maintenance by you, the user. Any opening
or tampering with the control box, motors or hand controls (with the exception of
the battery compartment, if equipped) will void the warranty. Do not attempt to alter
component wiring or adjust or modify the structure of the product in any way or the
warranty will be void. Only those authorized may conduct repairs or part replacement on
your adjustable bed.
IN-HOME USE ONLY
This adjustable bed is designed exclusively for in-home use.
HOSPITAL/MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This base is NOT designed for hospital or
medical use (In-Home or Commercial) and is NOT designed to meet medical or hospital
standards. Do not use this base with TENT TYPE oxygen therapy equipment or use near
explosive gases.
PRODUCT RATINGS
Lift Motor Restrictions: The lift motors in this bed are NOT designed to operate
continuously for more than one (1) minute over an eight (8) minute time period, or
approximately 12% duty cycle. To ensure reliable functionality and full life of this product,
do not attempt to exceed these limits.
NOTE: Attempting to circumvent or exceed this rating will shorten the life expectancy
of the product and may void the warranty.
Weight Restrictions: The recommended weight limits on our adjustable beds are:
Queen: 600 lbs Full/XL: 500 lbs
Twin/XL: 400 lbs (800 lbs if using two twins as a King) 1/pc King: 800 lbs
The structure of the bed will support the recommended weight when distributed evenly
across the bed.
The head and foot sections are not designed to individually support or lift this
amount of weight.
For optimal performance and integrity of structure, entering and exiting the adjustable bed
with the bed in the flat position is recommended.
NOTE: Exceeding the recommended weight restrictions could damage your
adjustable bed and void your warranty.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
SMALL CHILDREN AND PETS WARNING
Immediately dispose of all packing materials as they can pose a smothering risk to small
children and pets. Injury could also occur if children or pets are permitted to play on or
under the bed. Do not allow children to operate this bed without adult supervision.
LUBRICATION AND CLEANING
This product is designed to be maintenance-free. The lift motors are permanently
lubricated and sealed — no additional lubrication is required. Do not apply lubricant to lift
motor lead screws or any nylon nuts or the base may inadvertently creep downward from
the elevated position.
LIFT WARNING
DO NOT SIT ON THE HEAD OR FOOT SECTIONS WHILE IN THE RAISED POSITION, OR
DURING LIFT OR LOWERING CYCLES.
MOVING AFTER INSTALLATION
Do not place adjustable bed base vertically on its head or foot sections. This may cause
injury to persons or damage to base.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
• Unplug from outlet before putting on or taking off accessories.
• Close supervision is necessary when this base is used by, or near children, invalids,
disabled persons, or pets.
• Use this base only for its intended use as described in these instructions. Do not use
attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never operate this base if it has a damaged cord or plug, is not working properly, has
been dropped or damaged, or dropped in water.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
• To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.
• DO NOT USE NEAR PEOPLE USING OR WEARING MEDICAL DEVICES. FOR
HOUSEHOLD/RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.

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WHAT IS INCLUDED
Before discarding any packing materials, check the adjustable base shipping carton and
verify the following items are included:
(2) Base Pieces
(8) Hex Bolts with (1) Allen Key
(2) Connecting Rods
(1) Foot Mattress Retainer
(4) Multi-Height Low
Profile Legs (Overall Bed
height 8”, 11.5” or 15”)
(1) Remote Control
(1) AC Cord
(1) Power Supply
(1) DC Power Cord
Also included:
(2) 9V Batteries (1) Owner’s Manual,
(3) AAA Batteries
x8

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ASSEMBLY - BASE
It is HIGHLY recommended to use two people for the installation of this product. To
assemble, please perform the following steps:
1 Carefully lift both Base Pieces from the shipping carton, keeping the unit’s top-
side down. Remove the plastic wrapping
from the bottom to access the bases.
2 Insert the Connecting Rods into one of the Base Pieces and then slide the other
Base Piece onto the Connecting Rods as
shown.
3 Secure the Base Pieces to each other using the eight hex bolts (four hex bolts
for each Connecting Rod) making sure to
hand tighten each and then tighten 1/4
turn more, as over-tightening could cause
damage to the frame or Connecting Rod.
For step 4, refer to figure A on
page 7.
4 Connect the Foot motor connector cable to the Head motor connector cable.
Note: The Head and Foot motors are
labeled on the respective motor.
When setting up a Split Cal King or two
Twin XL beds to form a King, refer to the
instructions on page 13 in Part B on how
to link your remote.

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ASSEMBLY - BASE
APlease Refer to diagram when assembling the adjustable bed.
To AC
Outlet
Power Supply
DC Power Cord
Motor-to-DC
Cable
Foot and
Head Motor
Connector
Cables
Motor-to-Control
Lead Wire
FIGURE
NOTE: Make sure wire connected to Power Supply is routed UNDER the main metal
frame and lifting mechanism.
Routing wires on top of the metal frame are likely to result in damage to the base which
may void the warranty.

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ASSEMBLY - BASE
5 Insert the AC cord into the power supply.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT PLUG THE BASE
INTO THE AC OUTLET YET.
6 Insert the legs into the threaded holes at Insert the legs into the threaded holes
at each corner of the base by inserting
the leg and rotating clockwise until tight.
There must not be any gap or wobble
in the leg in order to avoid risk of injury
or damage to the base which may void
warranty.
7 Insert one end of the DC cord into the power supply. Insert the other end with
locking clip into the cable coming from the
Head Motor. Lock the connection using
the locking clip.
TO LINK REMOTE:
If the remote is not linked, see page 13.
To Motor
Locking Clip

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ASSEMBLY - BASE
8 Remove the Mattress Retainer Bar from the bottom of the base. Finish
removing the plastic packaging
from the base to orient into final
position. Carefully rotate the base on
its side, then lift and place on legs.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT LEAN THE BED
AGAINST THE INSTALLED LEGS TO
TURN OVER.
9 Insert the Mattress Retainer Bar upright as shown.
10 Insert the Retainer Clip securely.

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AC Plug AC Outlet
ASSEMBLY - BASE
BASE POWER SUPPLY
11 Lift the battery cover and insert the three AAA size batteries (included) into
the remote as shown in the figure.
Replace the battery cover.
Remote is already linked with the base.
12 Turn the power supply upside down to access the battery cover, then slide the
battery cover off.
13 Insert the two 9V batteries (included) into the compartment and slide the
cover back on.
NOTE: The battery backup will allow
for the bed to be lowered if a power
outage occurs. It is not recommended
to do anything except lower the bed as
the battery backup will not last if the
features are continually used.
14 Insert AC plug into an AC outlet having 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz.
15 Initial use of base requires additional time. Simply press the Head Up button
on the remote until the head section
begins to lift. Then press the Foot Up
button on the remote until the foot
section begins to lift.
NOTE: If attaching headboard brackets
(available separately) to the base, see
the included instructions. Otherwise,
place the desired mattress onto the
base and enjoy your new adjustable
base!
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READ USER MANUAL
BEFORE REMOVING
LABEL.
RE-LINK SWITCHES
UNDER LABEL

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS - REMOTE
Head Up
Head Down
Foot Up
Foot Down
Head and
Foot Up
Head and
Foot Down

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OPERATION - MAIN
Press and hold the Head Up button to raise
the Head position. Release button when
desired position is reached.
Press and hold the Head Down button to
lower the head position. Release button
when desired position is reached.
Press and hold the Foot Up button to raise
the foot position. Release button when
desired position is reached.
Press and hold the Foot Down button to
lower the foot position. Release button
when desired position is reached.
Press and hold the Head/Foot Up button
to raise both the head and foot positions.
Release button when desired position is
reached.
Press and hold the Head/Foot Down
button to lower both the head and foot
positions. Release button when desired
position is reached.
Note: EMERGENCY LOWERING: If you
cannot find the remote control, locate and
press the Emergency Flat button located
on the main control box on the bottom of
the bed (shown to the left).

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OPERATION - LINKING THE REMOTE
Connecting one Remote to one base
1Double click the Link button as shown until the LED light on the control box turns on. Release the
button and the LED light will turn on.
2Simultaneously press and hold the Head Up and Foot Up buttons (the left button and middle button
located on the top row of the remote) until the
remote’s backlight starts flashing. When the LED
light on the control box turns off and the remote
backlight stops flashing, release the two buttons.
3 Test the bed to make sure it is working, and repeat the steps if it is not.
A
Connecting one Remote to two bases
1 Locate one of the control boxes. Double click the Link button on the control box as shown. The
LED light will turn on.
2 Simultaneously press and hold the Head Up and Foot Up buttons (the left button and the middle
button located on the top row of the remote)
until the remote’s backlight starts flashing. When
the LED light on the control box turns off and
the remote backlight stops flashing, the linking is
complete.
3 Locate the second control box. Double click the Link button on the control box as shown in the
figure for step 1. The LED light will turn on.
4 Simultaneously press and hold the Head Down and Foot Down buttons (the left button and the
middle button located on the bottom row of
the remote) until the remote’s backlight starts
flashing. When the LED light on the control
box turns off and the remote backlight stops
flashing, the linking is complete.
5 Test the bed to make sure it is working, and repeat the steps if it is not.
B

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TROUBLESHOOTING
In the event the Comfort Base’s base fails to operate, investigate the symptoms and
possible solutions provided below:
Remote control illuminates
and appears to be operable,
but no features of the base
will activate.
No features of the base will
activate.
Remote control will not
illuminate.
Head section will elevate,
but will not return to the
horizontal (flat) position.
Head or Foot Lift Function
has minor interference during
operation.
The remote is causing
interference with appliances,
TV, garage door opener,
another base in a different
room, etc.
• Unplug power cord, wait 30 seconds and plug in to reset electronic
components.
• Defective surge protection device or electrical outlet. Test outlet by
plugging in another working appliance.
• Electrical circuit breaker may be tripped. Check electrical service
breaker box to verify.
• Re-link the remote control (see Remote Control Re-Linking section
of this manual for programming procedures).
• Unplug power cord, wait 30 seconds and plug in to reset electronic
components.
• Defective surge protection device or electrical outlet. Test outlet by
plugging in another working appliance.
• Electrical circuit breaker may be tripped. Check electrical circuit
breaker box to verify.
• Replace batteries in the remote control.
• Base mechanism may be obstructed. Elevate base and check for
obstruction. Remove obstruction.
• Headboard may be too close to the edge of the mattress. Verify that
distance between headboard brackets and mattress is sufficient.
Adjust if required.
• Check batteries in remote, replace if necessary.
• Make sure that you are following the duty cycle of the motor (do not
operate more than one (1) minute over an eight (8) minute period,
or approximately a 12% duty cycle).
• Press the lift buttons squarely and accurately.
• Control box may be experiencing common Radio Frequency
Interference from other radio transmitting devices (see Remote
Control Re-Linking section).
• Lift the battery cover on remote and remove the yellow sticker to
expose the DIP switches. Slide the switches to different positions.
• See page 17 for remote re-linking instructions.
• After re-linking, test the bed to make sure it is working, and repeat
steps if it is not.

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AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
Item Part Number
High Prole Legs
(Overall Bed Height 18.5”) CB12LEG18.5
Headboard Bracket Kit CB05075HBBRKT
To order an accessory, please call 1-800-428-5222

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Online Resources GENERAL INQUIRIESglideaway.com/comfortbase/general
SPECIFICATIONSglideaway.com/comfortbase/specificatons
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCECall 1-855-581-3095 or visit
glideaway.com/comfortbase/assistance
WARRANTYglideaway.com/comfortbase/warranty
TROUBLESHOOTINGglideaway.com/comfortbase/troubleshooting
CARE INSTRUCTIONSglideaway.com/comfortbase/care
REGISTRATIONglideaway.com/comfortbase/registration
TRANSLATIONSFor Spanish and French translations visit
glideaway.com/comfortbase/userguide

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®
Comfort Base
Gold Series
MICA
SKU: CB1810RF
REV.1.12.18