SAFETY & WARNINGS
• Electric Beds should ONLY be used where earth leakage is tted to the room or building.
• If any cords are cut or damaged the bed MUST not be used until checked, xed and tagged.
• No patient, service personnel or any person must lie underneath an Alrick bed while power is
turned on, if not obeyed this may result in serious bodily injury or death if the bed controls
are actuated.
• Please check no person or object is under the bed before using.
• Hand control to only be given to fully competent patients.
• Never leave hand control unattended with bed switched on unless patient is fully competent.
• Fit optional nurse lockout for safety of incompetent patients.
• Only one person is to be on the bed at any time.
MAINTENANCE
• Beds should be inspected monthly for abnormal wear. For example, bolts loose or missing,
castors, rubbers or brakes damaged.
• Rails must be inspected regularly for any wear or movement that may cause injury, do not
use if unsure.
• If one or more of the bed functions is found not working correctly, notify the manufacturer
for advice.
EVERY 6 MONTHS:
Check there is no visible damage to electrical system or mechanical parts.
Check wiring is secure and not interfering with bed movement.
If actuator shafts are not clean - wipe chromed shaft of actuators to remove lint, grease & dirt
Extended actuators fully. (Do not wash as this removes fine layer of oil).
Correct operation of all bed functions including castor locking.
Check all accessories including rails are still functioning properly.
Check all pivot points on the bed for wear. Replace pivot pins or bolts and removable
bushes (where fitted) if a pivot has a significant play.
Check all functions still run smoothly.
CLEANING
•Cleaning can be done often - using domestic detergents.
•Do not use acids, alkaline or any other chemical solvents
•When cleaning actuators disconnect from mains power before wiping down
with a moist cloth.
•When cleaning, be careful of entrapment, as it could cause physical injury.
