Stryker InTouch FL27 Operation Manual page 13

WARNING (CONTINUED)
• The Bed Exit system (optional) is intended only to aid in the detection of a patient exiting the bed . It is not intended
to replace patient monitoring protocol . The Bed Exit system signals when a patient is about to exit the bed . The
addition or removal of equipment with the Bed Exit system armed must be done using the "Adding or Removing
Equipment with the System Armed" procedure, otherwise the sensitivity of the system may be affected and the
readings of the patient's movements in the bed be erroneous .
• The Bed Exit system is not designed to be used with patients weighing less than 50 lbs (23 kg) .
• Do not steam clean, hose off or ultrasonically clean the bed . Do not immerse any part of the bed . The internal
electrical parts may be damaged by exposure to water . Hand wash regularly all surfaces of the bed with warm
water and a mild detergent . Wipe cleaned surfaces dry to avoid build-up of cleaning substance . Inspect the
mattress after each use . Discontinue use if any cracks or rips, which may allow fluid to enter the mattress, are
found in the mattress cover . Failure to properly clean the mattress, or dispose of it if defective, may increase the
risk of exposure to pathogenic substances and may bring about diseases to the patient and user .
• Always unplug the bed power cord from the wall socket when servicing or cleaning the bed . When working under
the bed with the bed in the high position, always apply the brakes and place blocks under the Bed Lift levers to
prevent injury in case the Bed Down switch is accidentally pressed .
CAUTION
• Preventative maintenance should be performed at least once a year to ensure all bed features are functioning
properly . Ensure that any bed malfunction is promptly reported to your service personnel for immediate attention .
• When large fluid spills occur in the area of the circuit boards, cables and motors, immediately unplug the bed power
cord from the wall socket, remove the patient from the bed and clean up the fluid . Have maintenance completely
check the bed . Fluids can have an adverse effect on operational capabilities of any electrical product . DO NOT
put the bed back into service until it is completely dried and has been thoroughly tested for safe operation . Ensure,
among other things, that the plastic components being used as covers for the siderail mechanism arms and the
foot end casing are removed and that the parts they cover are thoroughly dried .
• To avoid damage to the siderail mechanisms, do not move the bed using the raised siderails . Move the bed using
the handles integrated to the boards .
• Because individual beds may have different options, footboards should not be moved from one bed to another .
Mixing footboards could result in unpredictable bed operation .
• When servicing use only identical replacement parts provided by Stryker .
Note
• Throughout this Operations Manual, the words "right" and "left" refer to the right and left sides of a patient lying
on his/her back on the bed .
• The addition of accessories affects the motion of the bed .
• The iBed option is only used as an informational feature and is not supposed to replace normal patient monitoring
protocol .
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Summary of Safety Precautions
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