Safety Notes; Signal Words - Invacare BAR750 User Manual

Safety Notes

Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.
Bed is NOT for hospital use and was not designed to meet hospital standards.

Signal Words

Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could
result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of
the signal words.
For household/residential or public occupancy use per UL 962.
Only use bed indoors.
DANGER!
– Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING!
– Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION!
– Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
The weight limit of the occupant of the bed CANNOT exceed 675
pounds. To avoid injury and/or damage from bed collapse:
The TOTAL weight limit of the bed (including accessories,
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mattress, occupant and any other objects positioned on the
bed) cannot exceed 750 pounds (Safe Working Load).
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Patients that weigh less than 350 pounds have an increased risk of
entrapment. To avoid injury or damage from entrapment:
Patients that weigh less than 350 pounds should not use the
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BAR750 Bariatric Bed.
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