Carewide Extension Kit User Manual - Joerns

JoernsHealthcareUser-Service ManualJoerns ® EasyCare 3, 5, 7, 9 and Care 10039" and 42" CareWide Extension KitTo avoid injury, read user’s manual before using.leading bed evolution

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide ExtensionImportant PrecautionsWarning: Possible Injury Or Death. Joerns ®CareWide Extension Kit is designed specifically for theJoerns EasyCare and Care 100 model beds. Use ofthis product on any bed for which it was not designedcould result in an unproven or unsafe configuration,potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Forquestions regarding compatibility, contact your Joernsrepresentative.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. Use a properlysized mattress in order to minimize the gap betweenthe side of the mattress and the assist device/rail.This gap must be small enough to prevent a residentfrom getting his/her head or neck caught in thislocation. Make sure that raising or lowering the bed,or contouring the mattress support platform does notcreate hazardous gaps. Failure to do so could result inserious injury or death.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. Bed safeworking load is 500 pounds. This is total weightcounting resident/patient, mattress, bedding,accessories and any other equipment or persons likelyto be on bed. Do not exceed 500-pound safe workingload. Exceeding the safe working load could result inproperty damage, injury or death.Warning: Possible Shock Hazard. Unplugpower cord from wall outlet before performing anymaintenance, cleaning or service to the bed. Failure todo so could result in injury or death. Note: In case ofunexpected movement, unplug bed from any outlet.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. Use a mattressthat is properly sized to fit mattress support platform,which will remain centered on mattress supportplatform relative to State and Federal guidelines.Joerns Healthcare recommends the use of a mattresswith minimum dimensions of 39" for 39" extensionsand 42" for 42" extensions. Length should matchmattress support platform. Use of an improperly fittedmattress could result in injury or death.Warning: Possible Injury or Death. Possible pinchpoints may exist throughout the contouring of themattress support platform if assembly instructions arenot followed. Failure to do so could result in seriousinjury or death.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. Use a properlysized mattress in order to minimize the gap betweenthe side of mattress and assist device. This gap mustbe small enough to prevent resident/patient fromgetting his/her head or neck caught in this location.Make sure that raising or lowering bed, or contouringthe mattress support platform, does not create anyhazardous gaps. Excessive gaps may result in injuryor death.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. Locate mountingbrackets for assist devices strictly according toinstructions. Gap between head/foot panel and assistdevice must be small enough or large enough toprevent resident/patient from getting his/her heador neck caught in this location (see specific AssistDevice Installation Instructions for more information). Ifmultiple assist devices are used, position each so thatgap between them is large enough for trunk and hipsto pass through easily. Make sure raising or loweringbed, or contouring mattress support platform does notcreate any hazardous gaps. Failure to do so couldresult in injury or death. Important Note: Powered airmattress surfaces may pose a risk of entrapment. Priorto use, ensure the therapeutic benefits outweigh therisk of entrapment.Warning: Possible Injury or Death. Ensureproper seating of the detent pins used to mount theextensions to the mattress support platform. Failure todo so could result in serious injury or death.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. Do not use anyreplacement parts not manufactured, marketed orprovided by Joerns Healthcare on any Joerns bed.Use of unapproved replacement parts may result ininjury or death.Warning: An optimal bed system assessment shouldbe conducted on each resident by a qualified clinicianor medical provider to ensure maximum safety ofthe resident. The assessment should be conductedwithin the context of, and in compliance with, thestate and federal guidelines related to the use ofrestraints and bed system entrapment guidance,including the Clinical Guidance for the Assessmentand Implementation of Side Rails published by theHospital Bed Safety Workgroup of the U.S. Foodand Drug Administration. Further information can beobtained at the following web address: http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/GeneralHospitalDevicesandSupplies/HospitalBeds/default.htm.2

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide ExtensionWarning: Possible Injury or Death. Use properlysized head/foot panels with the CareWide ExtensionKit. Gap between head/foot panel and assist devicemounted to the extension accessories must besmall enough or large enough to prevent resident/patient from getting his/her head or neck caught inthis location (see specific assist device installationinstructions for more information). For questionsregarding compatibility, contact your Joerns HealthcareRepresentative. Failure to do so could result in seriousinjury or death.Warning: Possible Injury Or Death. If usingaccessories not manufactured, marketed or providedby Joerns Healthcare for Joerns ® beds, consult withthe manufacturer for compatibility and limitations priorto use. Failure to do so may result in injury or death.Caution: Use of this bed results in a wider bedsurface. Ensure the bed surface is free of obstaclesbefore contouring or raising/lowering the bed.Caution: Possible Injury. Possible pinch points mayexist between the extension bracket and the UltraLockwhen the bed is adjusted to its lowest positions.This CareWide Extension Kit is only one part of yourhealthcare bed system. Proper combinations ofbed, mattress, head/foot panels, and assist devicesare needed to minimize the risk of entrapment. Formore information, contact your Joerns Healthcarerepresentative.Bed System Entrapment InformationIn April 1999, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration(FDA) in partnership with representatives from thehospital and post-acute bed industry, includingJoerns Healthcare, national healthcare organizations,resident advocacy groups, and other federal agenciesformed the Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup (HBSW).The workgroup’s goal is to improve the safety ofbed frames for residents and patients in all healthcare settings who are most vulnerable to the risk ofentrapment. The efforts of the FDA and the HBSWculminated in the FDA’s release of recommendedguidelines intended to reduce the risk of entrapment,including dimensional limits for critical gaps andspaces between bed system components and clinicalguidance for assessment and implementation of bedside rails in various health care settings.Entrapment zones involve the relationship ofbed components often directly assembled by thehealthcare facility rather than the manufacturer.Therefore, compliance is the responsibility ofthe facility.As the leading manufacturer of long-term care bedsand a frontrunner in addressing this critical issue,Joerns Healthcare can offer you the expertise,assistance and products to bring your facility intocompliance.Joerns Compliance SolutionsMatching the right bed components in order to meetregulatory guidelines can be complex.That is why Joerns offers a wide array of complianceoptions. We assist customers in selecting compliantaccessories recommended for their specific bedmodel.Creating a Safer Care EnvironmentWhile the guidelines apply to all healthcare settings(hospitals, nursing homes and at home), long-termcare facilities have particular exposure since seriousentrapment events typically involve frail, elderly ordementia patients.For More InformationTo learn more about compliance options withJoerns products, visit our website at www.joerns.com,or contact our Customer Care representatives at800.826.0270 and ask for free informationalpublications.To learn more about entrapment zones, assessmentmethods, and guidelines concerning entrapment,contact Joerns Healthcare (800.826.0270) orconsult the FDA website: http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/GeneralHospitalDevicesandSupplies/HospitalBeds/default.htm.Label Symbol DefinitionAttention, Consult accompanying documents3

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide ExtensionTable of ContentsImportant Precautions............................................... 2Entrapment Information............................................ 3Installation Instructions............................................. 4Service Kits............................................................... 7Specifications............................................................ 7Maintenance............................................................. 7Warranty.................................................................... 8Installation InstructionsNote: The CareWide Extension Kit is designedspecifically for the EasyCare and Care 100 modelbeds; 39" and 42" width available for both 76" and 80"length beds.1. Remove existing head and foot end mattressstops.2. Reference the location labels attached to thetop of each extension. The labels identify theattachment location for each extension (Figure 1).Note: Figure 1 depicts 39" extensions. Labels arethe same as used for the 42" extensions.3. Place the extensions on the mattress supportplatform by aligning the “U” shaped brackets overthe mattress support platform sides ensuring thatthe brackets are aligned with the wire grid sectionsas illustrated in Figures 1a, 1b, and 1c.Note: Figures 1a, 1b, and 1c depict 39"extensions. Locations on the bed frame are thesame as for the 42" extensions.Caution: Failure to properly align as indicated inFigures 1a, 1b, and 1c can result in injury or damage.1a1b1c4Figure 1

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide Extension4. Locate the detent pins. Each extension requirestwo detent pins. Insert pins through the slot in thebracket and then through the hole (Figure 2).Warning: Ensure that each pin is properly seated(Figure 3).Figure 2Figure 35

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide Extension5. Once the extensions are fully assembled, you willneed to install the mattress stops provided with theextension kit.Note: If this is an extension replacement service kit,no mattress stops were provided. Use the existingmattress stops that were included in the original kit.6. Install the mattress stops on the Head and Footends of the mattress support platform. Aligningthe stop as shown in Figure 4 will ensure that themattress stop will engage the inside of the mattresssupport platform as shown.7. You will then need to press the sides of themattress stop inward to allow clearance past thesides of the mattress support platform (Figure 5).8. Lower the stop. Once the mattress stop has cometo rest on the top of the mattress support platform(Figure 6), allow the stop to take its place aroundthe tubes of the mattress support platform asshown in Figures 6a and 6b.9. Replace standard width panels with wide panels.Warning: Use properly sized head/foot panels whenused with assist devices to prevent entrapment issues.Note: Figures 4, 5, and 6 depict the mattress stop forthe 39" extensions. Location for the mattress stop isthe same for the 42" extensions.Figure 4Figure 5Figure 66

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide ExtensionCareWide Kit Includes:DescriptionLeft Back Extension 1Right Back Extension 1Left Foot Extension 1Right Foot Extension 1Left Knee Extension 1Right Knee Extension 1QtyDetent Pin 1239" Service KitsPart Number39001153AL39001154AL39001155AL39001156ALDescriptionKIT, EXTENSIONS 39", 80", LHKIT, EXTENSIONS 39", 80", RHKIT, EXTENSIONS 39", 76", LHKIT, EXTENSIONS 39", 76", RH39001157* KIT, FASTENERS (12 BOLTS/12 NUTS)39001158 KIT, END CAPS (12)39001159 KIT, TUBE PLUGS (16)39001164 KIT, DETENT PIN (12)24005271 CLIP ASSEMBLY* For permanent attachment of extensions.42" Service KitsPart Number39001160AL39001161AL39001162AL39001163ALDescriptionKIT, EXTENSIONS 42", 80", LHKIT, EXTENSIONS 42", 80", RHKIT, EXTENSIONS 42", 76", LHKIT, EXTENSIONS 42", 76", RH39001157* KIT, FASTENERS (12 BOLTS/12 NUTS)39001158 KIT, END CAPS (12)39001159 KIT, TUBE PLUGS (16)39001164 KIT, DETENT PIN (12)24005271 CLIP ASSEMBLY* For permanent attachment of extensions.SpecificationsStandard 39" Ext 42" ExtWidth of mattress support platform 35" 39.25" 41.5"Weight of Extensions n/a 23 lbs 25 lbsMaintenanceMaintenance/Inspection Information: Visually inspect the CareWide Extensions for loose or missing hardware on amonthly basis. Worn or broken parts need to be replaced immediately (i.e. replace detent pin if ring and/or springloaded ball are missing or damaged).7

Joerns ® Bed Frames39" and 42" CareWide ExtensionJoerns Healthcare Warranty Programfor Joerns CareWide ExtensionsJoerns CareWide Extensions are guaranteed for aperiod of 12-months from the date of delivery againstdefects in materials and workmanship under normaluse and service. Steel structural components andwelds are covered under warranty for a period of fiveyearsfrom the date of delivery.This warranty does not apply to damage or defectscaused by misuse, incorrect handling, or installationby a non-authorized installer. Damage caused byuse in unsuitable environmental conditions or failureto maintain the product in accordance with user andservice instructions is not covered. Any alteration,modification, or repair unless performed, or authorizedin writing, by Joerns Healthcare will void this warranty.Use of the CareWide Extension Kit on any Joernsbed model other than Joerns EasyCare or Care 100will also result in voiding of Bed Frame and CareWideExtension Kit warranties respectively.The product contains various parts that wear fromnormal use. These parts, such as detent pins, are notcovered under the 12-month warranty, but are coveredfor 90 days after purchase of product.Joerns Healthcare’s obligation under this warranty islimited to supplying replacement parts, servicing orreplacing, at its option, any product which is foundby Joerns Healthcare to be defective. Warrantyreplacement parts are covered by the terms of thiswarranty until the product’s original warranty periodexpires.When requested by Joerns Healthcare, parts mustbe returned for inspection at the customer’s expense.Credit will be issued only after inspection.ServiceMost service requests can be handled by the facilityMaintenance Department with assistance from theJoerns Healthcare product Service Department.Most parts requested can be shipped UPS next dayair at the customer’s expense. Should a technicianbe required, at our discretion, one will be providedby Joerns Healthcare. Only the Joerns HealthcareProduct Service Department can dispatch authorizedtechnicians.JoernsHealthcarewww.joerns.com • email: info@joerns.comPost Acute, Acute, HomeCare5001 Joerns DriveStevens Point WI 54481(P) 800.826.0270(F) 800.457.8827VA/Government19748 Dearborn StreetChatsworth, CA 91311(P) 800.966.6662(F) 800.232.9796Canadian Office1000 Clarke Road, Suite 6London, ON Canada N5V 3A9(P) 866.546.1151(F) 519.451.8662© 2011 Joerns Healthcare • 6110093 RevC • 11-0024