Section 3-Bed Assembly; Connecting The Head And Foot Spring Sections - Invacare CareGuard Series Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 3—BED ASSEMBLY

Connecting the Head and Foot Spring Sections

DO NOT attempt to operate bed controls prior to completion of assembly as
damage to bed components or personal injury may occur.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.1.
NOTE: Right and left are determined by facing the springs of the head and foot spring sections
(Detail "A").
1. Place the head spring section on its side to your right so the center mounting latches
are as shown in Detail "A".
2. Open the head spring section to a 45° to 90° angle to support the spring section.
3. Place the foot spring section on its side on your left so the center mounting rivets are
as shown in Detail "A".
4. Place the head and foot springs approximately 90° from each other.
5. Hook the bottom head spring center mounting latch to the bottom center mounting
rivet. Refer to Detail "B".
6. Hook the top head spring center mounting latch to the top center mounting rivet.
NOTE: It may be necessary to lift the head spring or foot spring slightly to secure the mounting
latches and rivets.
7. After head and foot springs are connected, pull the springs into a horizontal (straight)
position while keeping the springs on their sides.
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SECTION 3—BED ASSEMBLY
CareGuard™Bed Series