The Medline Home Care Basic Bed - SpinLife

1 MDR107003E (GPI132) Revised: 10/31/11 1 The Medline home care Basic Bed Owner s Assembly & Operating Manual Full-Electric Bed Model MDR107003E Semi-Electric Bed Model MDR107002E DEALER: This manual must accompany this bed upon purchase and be supplied to the user. USER: Please read this manual completely for warnings, proper assembly, maintenance, and safe usage instructions before using this bed Save these instructions for future reference! MDR107003E (GPI132) Revised: 10/31/11 2 Specifications.

2 3 Special Notes and General Warnings .. 4 Safety Summary .. 4 Including: Operational Hints, Electrical Warning, Weight Warning, Positioning the Bed, Accessory Cautions, Oxygen Warning, Disassembly of the Bed. Bed Assembly Unpacking the Bed .. 8 Connecting the Two Frames .. 9 Connecting the Spring Fabric .. 11 Installing the Casters .. 12 Installing the Headboard and Footboard .. 13 Bed Operation Hand Control Pendant: Semi-Electric & Full-Electric Beds .. 14 Installing the Electric Motor Unit .. 15 Installing the Hi/Low Motor on the Full-Electric Bed .. 17 Installing the Center Drive Shaft .. 18 Hand Crank for the Semi-Electric Bed .. 19 Maintenance and Safety Checks Cleaning .. 20 Electrical Inspection .. 20 Mechanical Maintenance Inspection .. 20 Troubleshooting Guide.

3 21 Maintenance Schedule .. 21 Limited Warranty .. 22 TABLE OF CONTENTS MDR107003E (GPI132) Revised: 10/31/11 3 SPECIFICATIONS Deck Height: Bed Height (High Position) Deck Height: Bed Height (low position) length Deck Width: Electrical The motor is UL approved. Construction Frame: 11ga (.120) hot rolled steel. (Roll formed) Sleeping surface: Zinc plated steel wire and coils. Finish on the Metal Parts of the Bed Durable Powder Coating.

4 24 (61 cm) ( m) 15 ( cm) (92 cm) MDR107003E (GPI132) Revised: 10/31/11 4 WARNINGS/CAUTION notices in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury and/or property damage. To ensure the users safety in operating this Medline home care Basic bed, all warnings, safety information and instructions must be followed. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury or damage to the bed. Once assembled for operational use, if any part of the bed is not working properly, call a qualified technician to examine and repair it. o Routine cleaning and electrical inspection should be performed by the user.

5 O All repair and maintenance on the bed should be performed by a qualified technician. After any adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Note to Technicians - Do not service the bed without first reading and understanding this Owner s Assembly & Operating Manual. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or the instructions, contact a Medline sales rep or Medline customer service before using this equipment, otherwise injury or property damage may result. Safety Summary OPERATIONAL HINTS Inspect all parts for shipping damage before assembly and use. o In the case of damage to any part of the bed s components, do not use that part. o Contact the shipping carrier immediately for instructions on reporting concealed shipping damage.

6 O For any non-shipping issues, contact your Medline Dealer/Sales Representative for further instructions. Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by or near children or physically challenged individuals. Assembly - Ensure that the head and foot spring sections are securely locked to each other and to the head and foot-boards BEFORE use. Special Notes and General Warnings MDR107003E (GPI132) Revised: 10/31/11 5 OPERATIONAL HINTS (Continued) After assembly, test to make sure that all of the bed sections are properly and securely installed and operate correctly BEFORE use. Ensure that the pendant and power cords are routed and secured properly so that the cords do not become entangled, pinched and/or severed during operation of the electric bed or inhibit maneuvering around the bed.

7 NEVER operate the bed if these cords are damaged. Ensure that the pendant and power cords are routed and secured properly so the cords do not become entangled, pinched and/or severed during operation of the electric bed or inhibit Ensure the mattress is centered on the frame. This will minimize the risk of the occupant becoming trapped between the mattress and any bed rail being used. To prevent casters from moving whenever the bed is stationary, ensure the bed caster locks are properly engaged. o ALWAYS lock the caster locks when transferring into or out of the bed. Inspect the caster locks BEFORE using the bed to ensure the locks function adequately. o Even with casters properly locked, some floor surfaces will allow the bed to move under some conditions. Use of the bed on such floor surfaces must be evaluated by the care provider.

8 Electrical Warning Ensure all cables and cords are routed in a way such that they will not become entangled, pinched, or run-over. Never plug into an outlet that is greater than 120 Volts AC. Never operate the bed if it has a damaged cord or plug. If the bed is not working properly call qualified technician. Unplug the power cord from wall BEFORE performing any maintenance on the bed. After installing any connectors into the junction box, be sure the cable plug is secure otherwise injury or damage may occur. o DO NOT force connectors into the junction box otherwise injury or damage may occur. Keep all cords away from heated or hot surfaces. radiators, heating pads, portable gas heaters. Do not open assemblies such as the motor, hand control unit, junction box or electrical control box.

9 O There are no user serviceable parts inside these components. Only trained service personnel are qualified to repair these parts. If uncertified individuals perform any work on these beds, the warranty is voided. MDR107003E (GPI132) Revised: 10/31/11 6 Electrical Warning (Continued) When using liquids in or around the bed, caution should be taken to ensure that liquids of any kind are not spilled. If a liquid is spilled in or around the electric bed, unplug the bed immediately before cleaning. Clean up the spill and let the bed or area around it dry thoroughly before using the electric controls again. When the bed is not going to be used for an extended period, UNPLUG electric bed from the wall outlet.

10 Weight Warning The TOTAL weight limit of the Medline home care Bed (including accessories, mattress, occupant and any other object positioned on the bed) is 450 lbs (204 kg) for full or semi electric beds. Never permit more than one person on/in the bed at any time. Body weight should be evenly distributed over the surface of the bed. Do not lay, sit or lean in such a way that the patient s entire body weight is placed only on RAISED head or foot sections of the bed. This includes when repositioning or transferring in or out of bed. Positioning the Bed NEVER PERMIT ANYONE TO BE UNDER THE BED OR IN BETWEEN THE RAISED BED FRAME COMPONENTS AT ANY TIME. Be sure that the bed is free and clear of all obstructions for full range of motion. Damage to the unit and wall will occur if the bed contacts the wall, chair rail, other obstruction while in motion.