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ASSIST BAR
ASSIST BAR / SIDE RAIL WARNING
Other manufacturers assist bars and side rails may not be compatible and can lead to
entrapment issues or harm to patients. Only compatible Drive Medical assist bars and rails may
be used on this bed. Make sure mattress is the correct size for bed frame and the assist bars are
properly secured to frame to decrease the risk of entrapment.
ENTRAPMENT WITH ASSIST BAR
Resident entrapment with assist bars may cause injury or death. To prevent resident entrapment
the mattress must fit bed frame and side rails snugly. Please follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and monitor resident frequently. Please read and understand the owner/user
manual prior to placing this bed into service.
If assist bar is positioned incorrectly this may result in RESIDENT ENTRAPMENT. To prevent RESIDENT
ENTRAPMENT the bar needs to be placed in the correct area, as shown in the instructions above.
CAUTION
Assist bar position may cause the bed to become UNSTABLE due to the interference between
the assist bar and the floor when lowering the bed. An unstable bed may tilt and/or cause
property damage or personal injury. Before lowering the bed, ensure the assist bar is in the
VERTICAL/UPRIGHT position. When the assist bar is in the lowered position it is recommended
that the bar is positioned toward the head of the bed.
CRUSH HAZARD
Crush Hazard when installed on bed. Pinch point exists between the assist bar and the floor at
the lowest position which may cause INJURY to oneself or others. Do NOT place feet beneath
the assist bar.