HELP WITH SAFETY CARE For every type of use, Hillrom™ beds provide patients with optimal comfort and greater independence for a feeling of well-being that is conducive to a swift recovery. They are also easy to use for caregivers. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
• This symbol indicates that the failure to follow the associated recommendation can result in damage to the equipment. Risk of falling Caught hazard warning Risk of crushing an upper limb Chemical Hazard Warning Electric Shock Hazard Page 2 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
CS900B2 or CS900B3 and two endboards (a headboard and a footboard). • REF: CS900B2XXXXXX or CS900B3XXXXXX: CS900 = Hillrom™ 900; B = Version; 2XXXXXX or 3XXXXXX = unique 7-figure numerical code according to different criteria, such as the voltage, the electrical functions, the language, etc.
• can be equipped with a nurse call function*. Intended Users The Hillrom™ 900 beds are designed to be used by Qualified Staff. Patients and Visitors can also use the Hillrom™ 900 medical beds depending on authorization given by Qualified Staff.
• sufficiently qualified nursing staff determine the usage condition suitable for the various functions and the degree of supervision to ensure that the patient uses the bed safely. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 5...
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As assessed by the “Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup” guide and the standard EN 60601-2-52, the mattress label on page 25 lists the mattresses recommended for use on the Hillrom™ 900 to offer the safest conditions. The therapeutic benefits of the other therapeutic mattresses listed in page 25 outweigh the residual risk of entrapment or fall incurred by their use.
Ensure that the power cord is unplugged and hooked to the bed before moving the bed (see “Securing the power cable” page 74). Only duly qualified and authorized staff should carry out electrical maintenance. Page 8 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
- moving the bed along slopes of over 10° (with or without a patient). Climatic restrictions Service temperature 10° and +40° Service humidity 30% - 85% Working atmospheric pressure 700 hPa to 1,060 hPa 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 9...
-30° and +50° Transport/storage hygrometry 20% - 85% Transport/storage atmospheric pressure 700 hPa to 1,060 hPa During shipment or storage, beds should not be stacked one on top the other. Page 10 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
) (h) 386 mm Low position (125 diameter casters ) (h) 377 mm /419 mm Low position (double band 150 diameter casters ) (h) 389 mm /431 mm 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 11...
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SWL 250 kg / the maximum patient weight varies according to the mattress and accessories used - 185 kg as per EN60601-2-52 (acute care) - 215 kg as per EN60601-2-52 (other environments). l. LI900B2 models with half-siderails Page 12 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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Conditions required to connect the nurse call system For more information about the connections required to use the nurse call function, please refer to the SideCom® Communication System Design and Application Manual (DS059). 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 13...
Foot control pendant Night light Control unit on a flexible arm Lateral caregiver unit Maintenance indicator a. Equipment varies depending on bed model b. Incompatible with the 250 kg SWL version Page 14 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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LI900B2 Bed with half siderails Name Item Item Name Control pendant Patient siderail keypad HRP and identification labels Caregiver siderail keypad Head section “CPR” control a. Equipment varies depending on bed model. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 15...
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Head section “CPR” control Ø150 double-band casters Head section angle indicator Bilateral HiLow pedal with caregiver mode Night light HRP and identification labels a. Equipment varies depending on bed model. Page 16 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Patient height 146 cm Atmospheric pressure Hygrometry limits limits Temperature limits Maximum patient weight Protective earth Safe working load (SWL) Do not store in the place No oxygen tents shown 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 17...
Medical Device Unique Device Identification Function Symbols Headboard position Head section CPR Information page 30 Information page 30 Siderail assembly lock* Siderail lock* Information page 52 Information page 53 Page 18 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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References of recommended mattresses* Information page 25 and page 27 Information page 42 Caster control Endboard lock label* Information page 30 Information page 71 Earth continuity and earth leakage current 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 19...
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AutoContour™* Lower thigh Lower section* AutoContour™* Raise HiLow Patient egress Lower HiLow Trendelenburg* Chair position Reverse Return sleep Trendelenburg* surface to flat Lock control Control pendant* (LI900B3) Nurse call Page 20 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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Bed not in lowered position indicator Fault indicator light. Maintenance required. Lock control Lock control 1. Functions available only to the caregiver 2. Incompatible with the 250 kg SWL version 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 21...
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Fault indicator light. Maintenance required. Night light* Electric emergency Lock control Trendelenburg* (Shock) (1) (2) 1. Functions available only to the caregiver 2. Incompatible with the 250 kg SWL version Page 22 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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Fault indicator light. Maintenance required. Night light* Lock control Electric emergency Trendelenburg* (Shock) (1) (2) 1. Functions available only to the caregiver 2. Incompatible with the 250 kg SWL version 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 23...
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Initialization status light Activation of the patient detection system “Do not touch the bed Setting the alerts “Suspend during initialization” light Mode”alert volume 1. Functions available only to the caregiver Page 24 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Using accessories and peripheral equipments other than those recommended by Hill- Rom may incur risks of damage or accidents to users. Mattress** For the Hillrom™ 900 bed, Hill-Rom recommends the mattresses listed below, which are compatible with the safety recommendations (see “Risk prevention” page 5): Matress label 171051(12) - Hillrom™...
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For beds made after June 1, 2018, it is imperative to use hard surfaces with clamps marked (A) to prevent the hard surface from sliding and the adjustable head section from becoming blocked when lowering. Page 26 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual...
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P280 MRS mattress base (120V) (198 x 85x 17 cm) P006172A P280 Air Mattress (230V) (198 x 85x 17 cm) P006173A P280 Air Mattress (120V) (198 x 85x 17 cm) ASS078 Extension mattress 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual Page 27...
The XXXXX in the part number identifies the type of connector corresponding to the communication system installed. Recommended traction frame T39 traction frame ST875A a. Traction frame incompatible with beds equipped with a bed exit alerts system* (LI900B3) Page 28 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual...
The Afssaps headboard and footboard meet the demands stipulated by the AFSSAPS in the "Decision dated 26/04/2010" (article 2) for use with children measuring less than 146cm in height. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual Page 29...
(e.g., IV poles, helpers, etc.) can incur risks for the patient. The headboard can be removed for easier access to the patient’s head. Endboard fastening system* System locked System unlocked System locked Page 30 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual...
Do not sit or climb on the extension. The extension can be pulled out by 20 cm in intermediate steps of 4 cm. Cushion for extensions is available as accessory. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual Page 31...
Located at the head of the bed, the extractible wall stop protects the bed against impacts with walls or headwalls. Store the wall stop before moving. Take out the wall stop Store the wall stop Page 32 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed User Manual...
Caregiver half-siderail* controls They are placed inside the head half-siderails on either side of the bed. They are to be used by caregivers LI900B2 LI900B3 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 33...
If the bed was not originally fitted with a control unit on a flexible arm*, they can be ordered as an additional part with the P/N AD283A** on LI900B2. Page 34 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
- the elevation arms do not hit the chassis of the Viking XL patient hoist if the bed is equipped with 125 mm diameter casters*. Use the HiLow feature of the sleep surface to adjust the bed to the required height when the patient must be moved. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 35...
When the thigh section is fully raised, the foot section is inclined at an angle of approximately -6° from the sleep surface. Page 36 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
• Reverse Trendelenburg (the foot end in low position). Fixed head version* Mobile head version* The maximum Reverse Trendelenburg movement is obtained when the sleep surface is positioned between mid-height (~ 615 mm) and the raised position. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 37...
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(B) or (C) at the same time, or directly press (B) or (C), • release the button when the required angle is attained. This function can be used without a mains power supply thanks to the battery. Page 38 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
This function can be used without a mains power supply thanks to the battery. Chair position* The chair position* gradually returnsthe patient to the vertical position without having to leave the bed. 1. Incompatible with the 250 kg SWL version. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 39...
It is necessary to adjust the sleeping surface height to the patient’s morphology. Mechanical adjustable foot section* The foot section can be placed in four different positions and is held in place by mechanical notches. To raise the foot section: CLICK Page 40 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
The patient helper can be fitted into either of the two square sockets at the head of the bed. Incorrect position Correct position 1. The safe working load specifications for normal use allow for a substantial safety margin. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 41...
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• position 1 (blue): tuck-away position, • position 2 (blue): normal (egress) position, • position 3 (yellow): patient transfer aid position, • position 4 (red): “incorrect”, risk of bed tipping. Page 42 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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(AD081D - AD811A) and an IV Pole (AD165A, AD148A, AD298A or AD299A), do not use the patient helper “tuck-away” position as this may interfere with the IV pole. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 43...
Four egress handles enable mobile patients to get in and out of the bed with greater ease and in safety. Assistance when moving to a chair. Incompatible with half-siderails. Extracting the egress handle: CLICK Lowering the egress handle: CLICK Page 44 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
The control is on the exterior of the right foot half-siderail. They are to be used by caregivers. Initialization Check that the transport chocks protecting the patient position monitor system have been removed from their housing, 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 45...
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If the initialization fails, a beep sounds three times and the light turns orange. NOTE: If a load is added to the bed and the orange light comes on, it is necessary to proceed with an initialization. Page 46 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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A beep sounds and the light turns green to indicate that the function has been activated. NOTE: If the activation fails, a beep sounds three times and the light does not come on. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 47...
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To extend the duration of the alert suspension, reactivate the suspension mode and select the required duration. To deactivate the alert mode suspension Press the “Alert mode suspension” button. Page 48 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
NaviCare® system NaviCare™ is a system used to connect and check Hillrom™ beds and mattresses. It sends alerts to caregivers. Refer to the NaviCare™ system User Manual for more detailed information about the use of this system.
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Securing the patient Siderails The Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed is fitted with long detachable metal or integrated half-siderails. If the bed was not originally fitted with siderails, the long siderails can be ordered as an accessory with the P/N AD271B.
The Afssaps half-siderails meet the demands stipulated by the AFSSAPS in the "Decision dated 26/04/2010" (article 2) for use with children measuring less than 146cm in height. 1. Incompatible with the fixed head version. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 53...
CLIC Lowering a half siderail Siderail safety net (AD312A)** The AD312A polyester bed net, designed to cover Hillrom™ 900 medical beds for adults fitted with AD271B metal siderails, is secured by press studs and zip fasteners. The tightening effect reduces the risk of the patient’s head or limbs passing...
Hill-Rom has developed a kit of two detachable panels, one for each side, designed to block this gap. Installing the panels 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 55...
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Do not use with Afssaps half-siderails. Do not use with AD271A siderails. Do not store at the head of the bed and remove from the foot of the bed when not in use. Page 56 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Adjust the restraining systems and articulations so as to prevent any risk of the patient slipping or moving. 1. Only to be used in compliance with local regulations. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 57...
(e.g. for patients with hip replacements, disable the adjustable thigh section function). Locking out a function does not affect the CPR. Page 58 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Use the controls on the patient keypads, the caregiver keypads or the control pendant* to activate the “Nurse call” function. Check that the cable connecting the bed to the hospital’s communications system is connected. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 59...
The head section actuator is automatically re-enabled after the yellow CPR handle is released. Never use CPR to raise the head section. Page 60 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Ensure that the IV pole is positioned facing towards the bed and not outwards as shown in the following illustrations. Using the IV pole (AD298A)** To adjust the height or angle of the IV pole: 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 61...
The linen holder must not be used to support luggage or as a seat, even for young children. Do not sit or climb on the linen holder. Safe working load: 15 kg 1. The safe working load specifications allow for a substantial safety margin. Page 62 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
(remember to put the holder in its normal position after moving the bed). 1. The safe working load specifications allow for a substantial safety margin. Page 64 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
• If the bottle holder does not allow the bed to go through a doorway, position the holder in front of the bed, (remember to put the holder in its normal position after moving the bed). 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 65...
If the bed is in Trendelenburg or Reverse Trendelenburg, any devices must be placed on the monitor stand. To fit a monitor stand: 1. The safe working load specifications allow for a substantial safety margin. Page 66 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Failure to do so could cause injury or equipment damage. • Do not wrap the power cord or communication cable around the line manager. 1. The safe working load specifications allow for a substantial safety margin. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 67...
Raise the sleep surface or raise the head section in order to insert the cassette. Unhook the buckle of the right strap from its storage hook. Pull on the left strap to extract the cassette support. Page 68 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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11. Position the patient on the bed with their hips by the marker on the siderail. 12. Adjust the height of the sleep surface and incline the head section as required. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 69...
This accessory is used to hold the IV bag to the patient helper AD810A** or AD811A**. Label holder (AD325A)** This accessory is used as a place to holder to insert patient name label. Page 70 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
• “STOP” to prevent the bed from moving, • “NEUTRAL” to move the bed in all directions, • “STEERING” for easier movement in a straight line. STOP NEUTRAL STEERING Label 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 71...
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The wheel can be released by returning the brake bar to the “NEUTRAL” position. Foot Head NOTE: Before moving the bed sideways, check that the brake and steer bar is in the “NEUTRAL” position. Page 72 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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For easy transportation in a straight line: • push the bed using the end board opposite the steering wheel (See “Always put the brake in the “STOP” position, except during transport. Once the 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 73...
The power cable must be hooked in place before moving the bed. Attachment with cable tie AD292A Removable frame (AD270B) The detachable tube helps to guide the bed when transferring. Page 74 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Clean the bed with a lightly dampened cloth and ordinary disinfectant. Do not use excessive liquid. This bed is designed for easy cleaning and optimal hygiene. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 75...
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A decontamination record should be kept for each bed, mentioning: • month, ward and room number, bed reference number. • cleaning frequency, materials and products used. Sleep surface. CLICK Page 76 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
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To remove tough stains, use standard household cleaners and a soft bristle brush. To loosen heavy, dried-on soil or excreta, you may first need to saturate the spot. 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 77...
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• prevent water and steam from getting into connectors that are not in use, • do not brush and use reduced pressure on labels and markings, • carefully dry and test the bed before reuse. Page 78 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use...
Maintenance Safety recommendations Only facility-authorized personnel should perform maintenance of the Hillrom™ 900 bed. Before maintenance or servicing works: • ensure that the bed has been immobilized (if no movements are required), • lock out all electrical functions, • disconnect the bed from the mains if no electrical operations are planned, •...
• mechanical safety precautions, • aptitude for use. • The LI900B2 and LI900B3 beds meet the "NF Environnement - Ameublement" standard - Institut Technologique FCBA 10, rue Galilée 77420 Champs-sur-Marne FRANCE www.fcba.fr 171051(12) - Hillrom™ 900 Electric Bed Instructions for Use Page 81...
The Hillrom™ 900 Bed must not be used close to or on top of other items of equipment. If this is necessary, the Hillrom™ 900 Bed must be tested to confirm that it functions properly in the required configuration.
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Manufacturer's guide and declaration – electromagnetic emissions The Hillrom™ 900 is designed for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Users must ensure that the bed is used in this environment. Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment - Guide RF emissions Group 1 The Hillrom™...
Compliance with electromagnetic immunity Manufacturer's guide and declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Hillrom™ 900 is designed for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Users must ensure that the bed is used in this environment. Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance...
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RF transmitters. If the field level measured in the working environment of the Hillrom™ 900 bed is greater than the above applicable levels of compliance, the operation of the Hillrom™ 900 bed must be checked. If any anomalies are detected, additional measures must be taken, such as redirecting or relocating the reference equipment.
The Hillrom™ 900 is designed for use in an electromagnetic environment in which interference due to radiated RF is monitored. The user of the Hillrom™ 900 can contribute to the prevention of electromagnetic interference by keeping the Hillrom™ 900 bed at the recommended distances from portable and mobile RF equipment (transmitters) as shown below, according to the maximum power output of the communication equipment.
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