Stryker EPIC II User manual

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Epic II Critical Care Bed
Model 2030

Table of Contents
Introduction
Specifications 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning/Caution/Note Definition 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Tips and Guidelines 5−7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Set−Up Procedures 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bed Symbols 9 − 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventive Maintenance
Cleaning 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventive Maintenance Checklist 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting
Static Discharge Precautions 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Guide 21, 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Epic+ Battery Backup Troubleshooting Guide 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inverter/Charger, Battery and Zoom Troubleshooting Flow Chart 24, 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical System Information
CPU Board 26, 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Software Configuration 28 − 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Supply 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Epic Ii+ Inverter/Charger Board 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Epic II+ Display CPU Board 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Epic II+ AC Crossover Board 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Inverter Protection Features and Voltage Points 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Bed Communications Tester 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head Wall Output Configuration 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Reference Replacement Parts List 38, 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Information
Brake Pedal Replacement 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift Motor and Capacitor Removal and Replacement 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift Housing Removal and Replacement 42, 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift Potentiometer Replacement and Adjustment 44, 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift Potentiometer “Burn In” Procedure 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift Motor Coupler Replacement 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power and Sensor Coil Cord Replacement 48, 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Battery Removal and Replacement 49, 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scale System Diagnostics and Calibration 51 − 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Load Cell Replacement 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head Motor Removal and Replacement 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Service Information (Continued)
Knee Motor Removal and Replacement 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Supply Removal and Replacement 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CPU Board Removal and Replacement 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fowler Potentiometer Replacement 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fowler Potentiometer “Burn−In” Procedure 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Smart−TV Interface “Burn−In” Procedure 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Epic II+ AC Crossover Board Replacement 60,61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Epic II+ Display/CPU Board Replacement 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head and Foot End Siderail Cover Removal 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head and Foot Molded Siderail Replacement 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head End Siderail Cable Replacement 65,66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Hinge Removal 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Module Replacement 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Interface Plug Replacement 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly Drawings And Parts Lists
Base Assembly 70 − 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift Assembly 79 − 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Isolation Plate Assembly 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Shaft Assembly 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Crank Assembly 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Bar Assembly 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6” Caster Assembly 87, 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6” Wheel Assembly 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8” Caster Assembly 90, 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8” Wheel Assembly 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II+ Base Assembly 93 − 100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II+ Base Power Assembly 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottom Cover Assembly 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II+ Battery Assembly 103. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Litter Assembly 104 − 117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Actuator Box Cover Assembly 118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fowler Brake Kit Assembly 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II+ Litter Assembly 120 − 126. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II 110V Outlet Assembly 127, 129. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II No 110V Outlet 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II+ 110V Outlet Assembly 131 − 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epic II+ No 110V Outlet 134, 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Assembly Drawings And Parts Lists (Continued)
110V Box Assembly 136, 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head End Siderail Assembly 138 − 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head End Siderail Latch Assembly 145, 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Siderail Bypass Detent Clip Assembly 147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head End Siderail Outer Panel Assembly 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head End Siderail Inner Panel Assembly 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot End Siderail Assembly 150 − 153. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Siderail Release Lever Assembly 154, 155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head Board Assembly 156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Assembly 157 − 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Main Module Assembly 164. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Emergency Drop/Cardiac Chair Module Assembly 165. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Bed Exit Module Assembly 166,167. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot Board Scale Module Assembly 168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pendant Assembly 169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removable IV Pole Assembly 170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2−Stage IV Mounting Assembly, Foot End 171. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2−Stage IV Mounting Assembly, Head End 172. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2−Stage IV Mounting Assembly, Dual Head End 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2−Stage IV Pole Assembly 174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IV Pole Latch Assembly 175. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fowler X−Ray Cassette Holder Assembly 176. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transducer Mounts 177,178. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defibrillator Tray Assembly 179. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pleur−Evac Rack with Defibrillator Tray Assembly 180, 181. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pleur−Evac Rack Assembly 182. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foot End Pump Rack Assembly 183. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Siderail Pleur−Evac Rack Assembly 184. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upright Oxygen Bottle Holder Assembly 185. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Bed Extender Pad 186. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Siderail Pad Set 187. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty
Obtaining Parts and Service 188. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental Warranty Coverage 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Return Authorization 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freight Damage Claims 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction
4
INTRODUCTION
This manual is designed to assist you with the maintenance of the Stryker Model 2030 Epic II and Epic II +
Critical Care Beds. Read it thoroughly before using the equipment or beginning any maintenance on it.
SPECIFICATIONS
Safe Working Load 500 pounds (227 kilograms)
Scale System Capacity (optional equipment) Loads weighing up to 500 pounds (227 kilograms)
Scale System Accuracy (optional equipment) $1 pound of total patient weight at any bed position
(patients weighing 100 pounds or less)
$1% of total patient weight at any bed position
(patients weighing greater than 100 pounds)
Overall Bed Length/Width L−91” /W−42.5” or L−231 cm /W−108 cm
Minimum/Maximum Bed Height (Standard)
Minimum/Maximum Bed Height (Enhanced)
18” to 32.5” $0.5 / 46 cm. to 82.5 cm.
19.5” to 34.5” $0.5 / 49.5 cm. to 88 cm.
(Add 2 inches if the bed has 8” casters.)
Fluoro Access 17.5” (Epic II), 16” (Epic II+)
Knee Gatch Angle 0 to 30
Back Angle 0 to 90
Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg −12 to +12 $2
Electrical Requirements 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 7.0 Amps / 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 4.0 Amps
100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 9.0 Amps (Japan Option)
Battery Voltage (Optional) 24 V, 31 Ah
Noise Level > 65 Decibels
Outlet Option 125 VAC, 5A, 60 Hz
 If the bed is equipped with the enhanced height option, the scale accuracy is as described above for litter angles from 0 to $ 5 Trend.
Stryker reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE DEFINITION
The words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
WARNING
Alerts the reader about a situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also
describe potential serious adverse reactions and safety hazards.
CAUTION
Alerts the reader of a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property. This includes special care neces-
sary for the safe and effective use of the device and the care necessary to avoid damage to a device that
may occur as a result of use or misuse.
NOTE
This provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.

Introduction
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SAFETY TIPS AND GUIDELINES
Before operating the Epic II and Epic II+ Critical Care Beds, it is important to read and understand all information
in this manual. Carefully read and strictly follow the guidelines listed on this page and the following pages.
To ensure safe operation of the bed, methods and procedures must be established for educating and training
hospital staff on the intrinsic risks associated with the usage of electric beds.
WARNING
The Epic II Critical Care Bed is equipped with a hospital grade plug for protection against shock hazard.
It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three−prong receptacle. Grounding reliability can
be achieved only when a hospital grade receptacle is used.
Serious injury can result if caution is not used when operating the bed. Operate bed only when all persons
are clear of the electrical and mechanical systems.
Leave the bed in the lowest position when the patient is unattended. Leaving the bed in a raised position
could increase the chance of patient falls and injury.
When raising the siderails, listen for the ”click” that indicates the siderail has locked in the up position.
Pull firmly on the siderail to ensure it is locked into position. Siderails are not intended to be a patient
restraint device. It is the responsibility of attending medical personnel to determine the degree of restraint
and the siderail positioning necessary to ensure a patient will remain safely in bed.
Always apply the caster brakes when a patient is getting on or off the bed. Always keep the caster brakes
applied when a patient is on the bed (except during transport). Serious injury could result if the bed moves
while a patient is getting in or out of bed. After the brake pedal is applied, push on the bed to ensure the
brakes are locked. When moving the bed, toggle the steer pedal to put the bed in the steer mode. This
locks the swivel motion of the right foot end caster and makes the bed easier to move.
Ensure the brakes are completely released prior to attempting to move the bed. Attempting to move the
bed with the brakes actuated could result in injury to the user and/or patient.
Assistance is required to lower the Back if the angle of the Back is greater than 80 when the CPR emer-
gency release is activated. Attempting to lower the Back in this position without assistance may result
in injury to the operator.
The Bed Exit System is intended only to aid in the detection of a patient exiting the bed. It is NOT intended
to replace patient monitoring protocol. The bed exit system signals when a patient is about to exit. Adding
or subtracting objects from the bed after arming the bed exit system may cause a reduction in the sensitiv-
ity of the bed exit system.
If the bed is equipped with the Epic II+ option, there is a power save mode. The power save mode is
activated after one hour on battery power with no motion release switch activation. Functions including
Bed Exit, scale and motion will cease to operate when the unit enters the power save mode. Injury to
the patient could occur if proper patient monitoring protocol is not observed.
Due to the weight the battery back−up option adds to the bed (approximately 50 pounds), additional force
is required to move a bed equipped with the Epic II+ Option. Caution should be used when transporting
this bed. Additional assistance should be used when necessary. Failure to use caution while transporting
this bed may result in injury to the user.
Always unplug bed during service or cleaning. When working under the bed, always place blocks under
the litter frame to prevent injury in case the Bed Down switch is accidently activated.
The battery tray assembly weighs 50 pounds. Take care when removing the two hex head screws secur-
ing it to the base frame or personal injury could result.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
The Epic II Critical Care Bed is not intended for pediatric use or for patients under 50 pounds.
Explosion Hazard − do not use bed in the presence of flammable anesthetics.

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SAFETY TIPS AND GUIDELINES (CONTINUED)
WARNING
To avoid entanglement, possibly resulting in frayed power cords and risk of electrical shock, wrap the bed
power cord around the roller bumpers at the head end of the bed during transport.
Service only by qualified personnel. Refer to the maintenance manual. V erify the power cord is un-
plugged and the battery power switch (Epic II+ option) is turned to the off position before servicing.
To avoid possible injury and to assure proper operation when using a powered mattress replacement system
such as XPRT:
Confirm proper scale system operation following mattress installation. For best results, secure the thera-
py mattress power cord to prevent damage to the cord or interference with the bed frame and the scale
system.
Do not zero bed scales or weigh patient with Percussion, Vibration, Rotation or Turn−Assist active. Pa-
tient motion and position resulting from the dynamic therapy mattress may adversely affect scale system
performance.
Do no initialize (“arm”) bed exit with Percussion, Vibration, Rotation or Turn−Assist active. The patient
motion and position resulting from the dynamic therapy mattress may adversely affect bed exit system
performance.

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CAUTION
Scale function may be affected by siderail/caster interference. With the litter fully lowered or lowered in
Reverse Trendelenburg, the siderails tucked under the litter in the storage position and the casters
turned, there is the potential for interference between the siderail and the caster. Raise the siderails when
lowering the litter to the full down position to prevent the interference from causing the bed’s scale system
to weigh inaccurately.
The lockout buttons on the foot board lock the Fowler, Gatch and Bed Up/Down functions and prevent
motion of the bed. It is the responsibility of attending medical personnel to determine whether these func-
tions should be locked and to use the buttons accordingly.
Because individual beds may have different options, foot boards should not be moved from one bed to
another. Mixing foot boards could result in unpredictable bed operation.
If large fluid spills occur in the area of the circuit boards or motors, immediately unplug the bed power
cord from the wall socket. Remove the patient from the bed and clean up the fluid. Have maintenance
completely check the bed. Fluids can short out controls and may cause the bed to operate erratically
or make some functions completely inoperable. Component failure caused by fluids could cause the bed
to operate unpredictably and could cause injury to the patient. DO NOT put the bed back into service
until it is completely dry and has been thoroughly tested for safe operation.
Preventative maintenance should be performed at a minimum of annually to ensure all features are func-
tioning as designed. Close attention should be given to safety features including, but not limited to:
Safety side latching mechanisms Caster braking systems
Leakage current 300 microamps max. No controls or cabling entangled in bed mechanisms
Frayed electrical cords and components All controls return to off or neutral position when released
The siderails are not intended to be used as a pushing device. Damage to the siderails could occur.
The use of a mattress overlay may reduce the effectiveness of the siderail.
When attaching equipment to the bed, ensure it will not impede normal bed operation or patient injury
could occur. For example: hooks on hanging equipment must not actuate control buttons, equipment
must not hide the nurse call button, etc.
The weight of the IV bags should not exceed 40 pounds.
The following Caution statements apply to the optional outlet:
Maximum total load 5A receptacle rating: 125VAC, 5A, 60Hz.
The total system chassis risk current should not exceed 300uA
Grounding continuity should be checked periodically.
Do not use for life−sustaining equipment.
Use only hospital−grade equipment with electrical outlet.
Unplug free−standing equipment before transporting the bed.

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SET−UP PROCEDURES
It is important that the Epic II Critical Care Bed is working properly before it is put into service. The following
list will help ensure that each part of the bed is checked.
Plug the bed into a properly grounded, hospital grade wall receptacle.
WARNING
The Epic II Critical Care Bed is equipped with a hospital grade plug for protection against shock hazard.
It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three−prong receptacle. Grounding reliability can be
achieved only when a hospital grade receptacle is used.
Depress the pedal at either side of the bed fully to set the four wheel brakes and ensure all four casters
lock. Depress the pedal again to release the brakes.
Toggle the steer pedal to put the bed in the steer mode and ensure the locking caster engages.
Ensure the siderails raise and lower smoothly and lock in the up and intermediate positions.
Run through each function on the foot board control panel and ensure that each is working properly.
Ensure all functions are working properly on the siderail controls.
Raise the Back up to approximately 60. Squeeze the CPR release handle and ensure the Back and
Knee will drop with minimal effort.
If the bed is equipped with the Epic II+ battery backup option, unplug the power cord from the wall socket.
Push the battery power switch located on the lower left corner of the head end to the “ON” position. Again,
verify each function on the foot board and siderails is operating properly. The 12 volt batteries that provide
back−up power to the unit functions with the Epic II + option will charge whenever the power cord is
plugged into the wall socket. The batteries require approximately 10 hours of charging time before the
bed is put into service.
If the bed is equipped with the Nurse Call option, verify it is functioning properly prior to patient use.

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BED SYMBOLS
Warning, Refer to Service/Maintenance Manual
Alternating Current
Type B Equipment: equipment providing a particular degree of protection against elec-
tric shock, particularly regarding allowable leakage current and reliability of the protec-
tive earth connection.
Class 1 Equipment: equipment in which protection against electric shock does not rely
on BASIC INSULATION only, but which includes an additional safety precaution in that
means are provided for the connection of the EQUIPMENT to the protective earth con-
ductor in the fixed wiring of the installation in such a way that ACCESSIBLE METAL
PARTS cannot become live in the event of a failure of the BASIC INSULA TION.
Mode of Operation: Continuous
IPX4: Protection from liquid splash
Dangerous Voltage Symbol
Protective Earth Terminal
Potential Equalization Symbol
Medical Equipment Classified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. with Respect to Elec-
tric Shock, Fire, Mechanical and Other Specified Hazards Only in Accordance with UL
2601−1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1
Safe Working Load Symbol
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