Wentworth Care FURNITURE 8000 Series User manual

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE BED
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
8000 SERIES

8000D DOUBLE SERIES BED
Electric Hi/Low
Individual Electric Backrest
Individual Electric Kneebend
Manual Vascular Support
SWL 300KG
125mm Braking and Directional Castors
Overall Width - 1450mm (Double)
Overall Length - 2060mm
Sleeping Surface - 1990 x 1370mm (Double)
8000Q QUEEN SERIES BED
Electric Hi/Low
Individual Electric Backrest
Individual Electric Kneebend
Manual Vascular Support
SWL 300KG
125mm Braking and Directional Castors
Overall Width - 1580mm (Queen)
Overall Length - 2060mm
Sleeping Surface - 1990 x 1476mm (Queen)
OPTIONS AVAILABLE
ABB Battery Backup
CPR Emergency Release
BLH Backlit Handset
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
WITH BED IN POSITION CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
•Electric beds should ONLY be used where earth leakage is fitted to the power source.
•Check power cord is plugged into 240V supply and is active.
•Check power cord is clear of castors and any moving part of bed.
•Ensure power cord has enough slack so cord is not strained when the bed is raised and lowered.
•Position bed at least 50mm from the floor in the lowest position. Lock castors. This position is
critical so as not to damage the wall when raising the bed.
•Before using bed perform all functions to ensure they are working properly. If not please call your
service technician or call Alrick Technician Team on [phone].
** When tting safety sides to this bed please beware of the possible crushing points.
The clamps can create crushing points on the rails. **
MODELS AVAILABLE
CLOK Central Locking Castors
ACK Attendant Control
UBL Underbed Lighting
Head & Foot Board Options

SPECIFICATIONS
HEIGHT RANGE: 370-700mm
BACKREST ANGLE: 75 Degrees
KNEEBREAK ANGLE: 55 Degrees
SWL: 300KG
OVERALL WIDTH: 1450mm (Double)
1580mm (Queen)
OVERALL LENGTH 2060mm
WEIGHT OF BED: 150KG
MATTRESS SIZE: 1990 x 1370mm (Double)
1990 x 1476mm (Queen)
TGA NUMBER: ARTG 192062
** LOAD CAPACITY HAS BEEN TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS/NZS 3200.2.38:2007 **
U In: 230V ~, 50Hz
I In: Max. 1.5A
U Out: 24V ... , max. 70W
Op.: 10%, Max. 2min./18min.
PROTECTION CLASS: 1Px4
INSULATION CLASS: II Type B
NOISE: 48DBA
ELECTRICAL DATA
IMPORTANT
•Check electric cords regularly and notify an electrician or Alrick Manufacturing on
[phone] immediately. If any damage occurs cease to use and remove mains power
until checked and repaired.
• No wiring is to be modied without authorisation from the manufacturer.
• Ensure the small extension cable is correctly connected to the bed socket and to the 240
volt supply when the bed is in a stationary position.
A small light on the control box will illuminate showing a power supply.
• Low Low model beds should be left in the lowest position when a nurse is not in attendance.
• Nurses, cleaners or anyone using Alrick Electric Beds must make sure that the main power
cord is clear of any moving parts on the bed before turning the power on.
• Electric Beds should ONLY be used where earth leakage is tted to the power source.
• When patient condition could lead to patient entrapment the mattress support platform
should be left in the flat position when unattended.
For indoor use (House)
Product with a thermofuse
Safety isolating transformer
Type B equipment, as per EN60601-1
Equipment KI.2 (Double square)
Demko approval
RW-Tüv approval

UPPER POSTURE, ELECTRIC
BACKREST:
The top pair of push buttons control the elec-
tric upper posture as indicated on the handset.
Beware of potential pinch points when
lowering backrest.
HI-LOW OPERATION:
The second pair of buttons on the handset
control the smooth operation of raising &
lowering the bed.
When raising and lowering the bed,
ensure that no person of part of his or
her body is under the bed. Failure to do
so could cause serious physical injury.
Headboard
Backrest Section
Kneebreak Section
ELECTRIC KNEEBREAK:
The third pair of push buttons on the hand-
set control the operation of the kneebend.
The calf section of the kneebreak is fitted
with a prop, lift the calf section and fold down
the prop engaging it in the channel provided
at the foot end of the bed.
Beware of potential pinch points when
lowering bed.
OPERATOR CONTROLS:
Electric Beds are controlled by a handset, which is
plugged into the connection port.
(Normally located below and at the edge of the
mattress base towards the head end).

CASTORS & BRAKES:
3 x Braking Castors - press to activate
1 x Steering Castor - click up to release
Brake applied by pressing down red levers on wheels, Steering
Castors press green down for moving in a straight line.
Brakes should only be released when bed is being moved.
CENTRAL LOCKING CASTORS: (Optional)
The three way breaking option allows the functions to be
controlled by the footend pedals With the castors depressed
towards the footend, the two footend castors and one head-
end castor will be locked from both swivelling and rolling.
With the pedal in horizontal position (neutral) all 4 castors
will lock in the track position in line with the side of the bed.
Brakes should only be released when bed is being moved.
CLIP ON EXTENSION: (Optional)
The optional clip on extension enables the bed to be extended
by 200mm, when required. This is simply done by sliding the
footboard out, clamping the 200mm extension on and placing
the footboard back into the extension sockets
T BAR WALL BUFFER:
(Optional)
Clips over base frame to keep headend away from the wall.
BATTERY BACKUP:
(Optional)
Assists in allowing bed to still function for a limited time
when the power fails.

SELF HELP POLE:
(Optional)
Self Help Poles are supplied with a slotted end. If the pole
is used on models with the pole support on either side, the
pole MUST be fitted to the opposite side to which the patient
gets out of bed. (110KG max.)
SAFETY BED RAILS: (Optional)
360HR HORIZONTAL BED RAILS
To raise, lift top bar and a positive click must be heard before
leaving bed. To lower, pull pin outward & push top rail down.
Please beware of potential crushing points when fitting rails.
Always make sure cords are not caught in rails when raising
and lowering.
SAFETY BED RAILS: (Pistol Grip Model) (Optional)
380VR VERTICAL BED RAILS
Squeeze trigger in top rail and push down. To raise, lift top
rail and make sure a positive click is heard.
Please beware of potential crushing points when fitting rails.
Always make sure cords are not caught in rails when raising
and lowering.
SUPPORT RAIL:
(Optional)
Support Rails can be fitted to side rail of bed.
Black knobs must be securely tightened.
WARNING: Please check regularly.
Please beware of potential crushing points when fitting rails.
SAFETY BED RAILS: (Pistol Grip Model) (Optional)
400HR HORIZONTAL BED RAILS
To raise, lift top bar and a positive click must be heard before
leaving bed. To lower, pull pin outward & push top rail down.
Please beware of potential crushing points when fitting rails.
Always make sure cords are not caught in rails when raising
and lowering.

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.

RECORD OF PERFORMED SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
REGULAR SERVICE MAINTENANCE
Purpose and Description Date Performed By
I confirm that technical sta have undertaken the repairs as described above and the equipment is
now functioning normally.
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DATE CUSTOMER SIGNATURE
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Any questions please contact:
Wentworth Care Furniture
Unit 5/27 Fullarton Drive
Epping Vic 3076
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
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