OTS Bed Leaver Bed Rail User manual

Manufacturers of Medical and Health Care Equipment
The Liftwell Bed Leaver®Bed Rail is designed as an aid to help clients independently move
themselves into a sitting position and to assist when leaving or entering a divan/domestic bed.
It is suitable for all bed sizes from single to kingsize.
All OTS Bed Rail products exceed the relevant sections (Dimensions of side rails/grab
handles) of European Standard BSEN1970: 2000
Contents
• Wooden base frame (ply board & hardwood end block)
• Steel 'U' shaped handle coated in white
• Two self tapping screws (No.10 x 1") to secure handle
• BEDL200 only - Green strap kit (two very long straps and two short straps) plus two
smaller screws
Bed Leaver®Bed Rail assembly instructions
Remove the items from the packaging and check you have all the parts before assembling.
Where use of a screwdriver is described, it is recommended that a hand screwdriver, or a
powered screwdriver on a very low torque setting is used; a powered screwdriver may apply
too much torque, potentially damaging the screw thread.
1) Remove the plastic bag that contains screws for the handle.
2) Place wooden base frame on a bench, table or clean floor surface ready to insert 'U'
shaped handle.Turn the device onto its side so you can see the two larger counter sunk holes
on the inner face of the end block. These are where you will screw through to secure the
handle to the main board.
3) Take the 'U' shaped handle and, ensuring that the two holes at the leg-ends are facing
towards the two holes on the inner face of hardwood block, push the legs into the two large
socket holes on top side of board until fully pushed down to the bottom of the socket.
4) Tilt the board over to check that holes in white handle can be seen through the larger
counter-sunk holes in hardwood ready to receive screws.
5) Turn the screws fully home until the screw-heads are firmly seated in countersinks.
6) To ensure that the device is assembled correctly, look at the fixing areas and check to
ensure a good safe fit by pulling gently upwards on the looped handle. The handle should not
be able to be pulled out.
7) If the Bed Leaver® Bed Rail is supplied without a green strap kit, it can now be fitted
between the mattress and bed base as shown in the diagram overleaf. If it is supplied with the
green strap kit please continue to read the fitting instructions.
Please note that the green strap kit can be bought as an accessory at a later date
(Product code STRG200)
Bed Leaver®Bed Rail Instructions

Corner Pilot Hole
for Strap
1" Screw
for Handle
Mattress
Bed Base
Straps
Instructions for fixing the green strap kit
The strap kit comprises of two long lengths of green webbing with closed loops, plus two
short lengths of webbing that also have chrome metal brackets at end.
Take a long strap and slot the looped end through one of the slots on the board (as
illustrated) and then feed the coil through the loop and pull tight to secure. Repeat for the
other side.
Take a short green strap and insert one of the two small screws (supplied) through the eyelet
of the chromed metal bracket and screw home into one of the two small pilot holes near the
corners of the inner rear face of the hardwood block. Screw in until the bracket is firm against
the block with the strap hanging vertically down. Repeat for other side.
Put the device on the bed as shown in illustration and then place the webbing flat across the
bed base and pass down and under the base until it meets the short straps on other side.
Click the male and female buckles together, and adjust so that the straps are taut. Tuck any
surplus webbing under the bed.
See the diagram for a guide to the positioning of the device on the bed. This will vary slightly
depending on the client’s height and arm length.
Bed Leaver®Bed Rail dimensions:
Product Code: BEDL200 (inc. straps) BEDL250 (without straps) Max User Weight: 108kg (17 st)
Width: 330 mm (13") Length: 600 mm (231/2") Handle Height: 500 mm (191/2")

Bed Leaver®Bed Rail safety precautions
The Bed Leaver®Bed Rail is designed as an aid to help clients independently move themselves
into a sitting position and to assist when leaving or entering a divan / domestic bed.
The device should be placed under the mattress in a position where the client can reach the
handle without overstretching.
To reduce the risk of the client becoming trapped between the handle and mattress, the green
strap system should be taut at all times. Any loose ends of the strapping should be securely
tucked away under the bed to prevent tripping.
These devices were not designed to fit onto all slatted type beds. However some OT's have
reported successful use with them. The main factors are whether the bed has a high
side rail beam, which prevents the Bed leaver®Bed Rail base from sitting horizontally, and on
the quality/strength of the actual slats under the mattress.
Contact us for details on the Easyrail™for slatted base type beds.
This device is not designed for following Hospital type beds:
• Those with motorised elevators, especially the 2 & 3-part section types.
• Those with exposed inter linked wire mesh bases or plastic sheet bases.
Another consideration with some Hospital type beds is that they are sometimes coated with a
hard slippery surface over the steel frames. Consequently, care needs to be exercised that any
bed rail fitted is secure and will not slip against the frame.
The Bed Leaver®Bed Rail was not designed as a complete restraint system to prevent clients
who are suffering from dementia, or are abnormally restless sleepers, falling from or leaving the
bed incorrectly.
The Bed Leaver®Bed Rail is not sitable for mattresses of a thickness less than 75mm (3").
The Bed Leaver®Bed Rail is not suitable for very young children, as they may view the device
as a play/ climbing frame.The device was not designed as a piece of exercise equipment.
The client's carer/relatives should ensure that the device is firmly placed against the side of the
bed, and is always put back in the original position specified by the advisor in their home
assessment after changing bedding/sheets etc.
When considering the appropriateness of a bed grab rail pay particular consideration to the
anticipated use overnight (for example, leaving the bed to use commode/ toilet). It is common
for a client to be less orientated/ alert on waking in the night; factors such as use of sleeping
tablets, poor lighting, urgency to reach the commode/ toilet etc, should be considered in terms
of how it will impact on the client’s understanding and safe use of the bed grab rail in those
circumstances.This will form part of the risk assessment process.
Cleaning instructions
The device is best cleaned with a damp cloth using a non-abrasive cleaning fluid, and then dried to
remove any trace of residue. The device should not be immersed in cleaning fluids, dip tanks etc.

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As is standard practice in Health and Loan Stores operations
All Bed Leaver®Bed Rails being returned into stores for reissue should be visually checked for
wear and tear or abuse, that the handle screws are still attached and firm, and that the green
fixing straps are in good condition, including the buckles/prongs. We can supply spares for all
our devices promptly.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions. We are here to help you.
OT Stores also stocks a comprehensive range of other community healthcare equipment,
including:
• Bathing and toileting aids
• Chair raisers
• Aluminium wheelchair ramps
• Walking aids
• Food preparation and specialist kitchen equipment
• Cups and plates
• Dressing aids
Please contact us for a catalogue.
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