Healthcraft Assista-Rail Series User manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Model AST-C, AST-S,
AST-C-AK & AST-KIT
Assista-Rail
Assista-Cane
C
"Innovative Products for Independent Living"
TM/MC
with
CAUTION
RISK OF INJURY!
Understand these instructions prior to using product.
Installation Preparation
A
Install Assista-CaneTM (Optional)
Remove bed mattress, pillows, etc. to
expose box spring.
Locate tube furthest from head of bed
adjacent to hip as shown.
HealthCraft Products Inc., 2790 Fenton Rd., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1T 3T7
Copyright 2004. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Install the Assista-CaneTM on the bed rail vertical tube furthest from the
headboard (as shown) by tightening the screws through the safety
clamps (C1) to fix rail in an outward position.
Assista-CaneTM and safety clamps are to be used exclusively with Assista-RailTM.
Failure to comply with instructions may cause injury.
Assista-CaneTM option to be installed in an outward position from the bed (as
shown) or neck entrapment causing injury or death may result.
Ensure that clamping screws are tightened on a regular basis.
Do not use if more than minimal sideward (lateral) support is needed.
Assista-CaneTM may move/pivot if subjected to excessive side force. Reposition
cane and re-tighten screws.
Due to the potential risks associated with head / limb entrapment, the Assista-RailTM is not recommended for users with the following conditions: erratic body movements,
altered mental status, pre-existing conditions such as confusion, restlessness and dementia.
VERTICAL LOAD BEARING ONLY - DO NOT use if you require more than minimal sideward (lateral) support.
Maximum user weight 250lbs/113kg.
Do not use on wet or slippery floors.
Do not use with electric or hospital style beds.
Supplied strap must be installed, tightened and regularly inspected for secure operation.
Lock casters on mobile beds prior to using rail.
For more info, visit www.patientsafetycenter.com
TM
TM
B1
B2
B3
DETAIL B1
Align rail with edge of bed. Align female
side of the buckle close to edge of bed.
Tie a knot around the rail leg (B1). Pull
strap across and tie a knot around the
other rail leg (B2). Pull strap around
metal bed frame as shown (B3).
*L
B
Install Safety Strap (MANDATORY)
B5
B4
*NOTE: Length (L) of strap from knot to edge
of bed depends on size of bed.
Put the mattress back on the box spring
(B4) and pull slack to tighten strap (B5).
C1

Secure Safety Strapping (MANDATORY)
For Single to Queen Sized Beds For King or Larger Sized Beds
C
Place mattress back on top of the box spring. Place the
strap around each rail, loop around the metal bed frame
and tighten. If the Assista-Cane
TM
is to be installed, refer
to installation instructions on Page 1.
Place mattress back on top of the box spring. Attach the straps
from the two rails together to make one large strap. Place strap
around the rail, under the bed, around the other rail and tighten.
If the Assista-Cane
TM
is to be installed, refer to installation
instructions on Page 1.
(REFER TO FRONT FOR GENERAL INSTALLATION & SAFETY GUIDELINES)
INSTALLATION OF BED RAIL ON BOTH SIDES OF BED Pg.2
Model AST-C,AST-S,
AST-C-AK & AST-KIT
Installation Preparation
B C
Secure Safety Clamps (MANDATORY)
A
Remove Cross Beam
Spread rail legs apart with rubber hammer (A1)
to remove cross bar (A2).
Make sure cross bars
are removed in step
A1 / A2. Remove bed
mattress, pillows, etc.
to expose box spring.
Locate tube furthest
from head of bed,
adjacent to hip as
shown.
Tighten the bolts on the safety clamp to secure the two rails
together (x2).
Adjust the distance of the
rails so it fits around the
mattress (B1).
A1
A2
B1
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