Product:
Latera
Version: 01
18
/57
Operation
Initial Operation
Prepare the bed for service as follows:
Connect the bed to the mains.
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Bed is optionally equipped with automatized power source selection (110V/127V/220V)
Charge the battery.
Raise and tilt the mattress platform to the highest position.
Lower and tilt the mattress platform to the lowest position.
Check that the castors as well as main brake work correctly.
Check that the bed extension works correctly.
Check that the head and foot boards can be removed.
Check all of the functions on the control elements (supervisor, etc.).
Check that the siderails function properly.
Dispose of all packaging (see Disposal).
NOTE
If there is a substantial temperature difference between the bed (due to transport/storage) and the
installation site, allow 24 hours for the difference to balance itself before connecting the bed to the mains.
Battery Operation
The battery supplied with the bed is delivered uncharged. The battery serves as a backup during power failures or
while transporting the patient.
NOTE Batteries will remain in fully functional condition only for a certain period of time which is dictated by the
laws of physics and chemistry used in this type of Dry Lead Acid battery technology and their frequency and
method of use.
The user is obliged to monitor battery functionality and to change the batteries in accordance with the user
& service manuals.
The manufacturer recommends to replace the battery by qualified service organization after 2 (two) years
of use. After this period the supposed service life of battery ends and the manufacturer cannot guarantee
the battery service life after this period.
The battery must be replaced with the new battery approved by manufacturer after maximum 5 (five) years
of use at the latest.
Batteries must be checked according to the user manual at least once per month.
NOTE Manufacturer provides 6 months warranty for full function of batteries.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any damage to the bed or battery caused by:
Not following manufacturers user manual instructions
Fitting batteries which are not approved by
wissner-bosserhoff
®
Batteries fitted by an unqualified service organisation.
To charge the battery:
Connect the bed to the mains.
NOTE
Some bed adjustments cannot be carried out without a battery, for example, height adjustment under a
load of above 200 kg.
