Warnings & Cautions - Invacare CS8 User Manual

2. WARNINGS & CAUTIONS
It is important that this User Manual be read in its entirety prior to the operation of the
bed. The manual is designed to ensure that users are equipped with the information
required to competently and responsibly operate the bed and its accessories.
It is recommended that the User Manual be kept in an easily assessable place for quick
reference. If required Invacare product specialists can provide additional training.
All warnings and cautions within this manual should be strictly adhered to. Failure to do
so could result in harm to the patient, or operator.
Warnings highlighted throughout this manual identify possible hazards in procedures, or
conditions, which if not followed correctly could result in serious injury, or fatality.
Cautions highlighted throughout this manual identify possible hazards in procedures, or
conditions, which if not followed correctly could result in equipment damage, or failure.
• Electrical equipment can be hazardous if used incorrectly.
• Do not use electrically operated beds in the presence of flammable gases.
• Use the bed to support one patient only. The CS8 bed is intended for one
person use only and may become unstable if used incorrectly.
• It is recommended that the bed be positioned at its lowest height when
unattended by caregivers to minimise the risk of patient injury from falls when
getting in and out of the bed.
•
Residual current devices (RCD) are not supplied with the CS8 bed. Consult
with your Biomedical Engineer/advisor concerning RCD requirements.
• The safe working load of the CS8 bed is 250Kg. This includes the mass of the
patient, mattress and any accessories fitted to the bed.
• Ensure the power cord is free of possible damage from the beds castors and
mechanical functions when the bed is in use. Store the cable safely when not
in use.
•
Do not use accessories that are not designed, or approved for use with the
CS8 bed. Incompatible side rails and mattresses can cause entrapment
hazards.
GENERAL WARNINGS
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