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2800A, 2800GA: VERSA-HELPER TRAPEZE
trapeze arm
trapeze post
bolts, trapeze arm
bolts, trapeze post
screw
bracket
chain
triangle
2800A / 2800GA
Versa-Helper Trapeze
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
SAFETY GUIDELINES - PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
WARNING: Important: Read and understand these instructions before installing or using the
2800A/2800GA Versa-Helper Trapeze. Ensure that the Trapeze is installed as de
scribed in the following paragraphs before use. If the Trapeze is not properly installed,
personal injury and/or property damage could result.
WARNING: The fixed trapeze used in conjunction with a bed can assist an individual weighing up
to 250 lbs. The fixed trapeze is designed to provide support, increase stability, and
assist the user when repositioning himself/herself in bed. The fixed trapeze is NOT
designed, however, to support the total body weight of an individual. Use it for assistance ONLY.
WARNING: Do not use this product without proper instruction from a healthcare professional.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by
improper installation, assembly or use of this product.
WARNING: If components are damaged or missing, contact your Graham-Field Health Products
dealer immediately. DO NOT use substitute parts.
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Tools needed: M14 wrench, Phillips screwdriver, Pliers
1. Use screwdriver to remove the screw,
2. Slide bracket onto trapeze arm with chains
3. Adjust bracket to desired position; use the
4. Reinstall screw at top end of trapeze arm;
5. Slide bottom of trapeze arm over top of
6. Install washers on bolts. Install four bolts
WARNING: Ensure that trapeze is correctly and securely assembled, that bracket is secure, and
Note: e trapeze is now ready to be installed on either the trapeze base or on bed headboard clamps. Please see the
TRAPEZE ASSEMBLY - REFER TO PICTURE AT RIGHT
labeled in picture at right, at top end of
trapeze arm.
downward as shown.
T-screw on top of the bracket to tighten it.
use screwdriver to tighten.
trapeze post as shown.
through trapeze arm into connecting rod
at top of trapeze post. Tighten securely.
that trapeze arm and post bolts are secure before proceeding.
next page for those instructions.
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Trapeze-Base Assembly - Refer to Picture at Right
A-frame
thumb-
screw
pin
trapeze
post
clamp
A-frame leg
base leg
glide
Trapeze Base
Trapeze mounted on
bed headboard
1. Place the two base legs on the floor parallel to each other with leveling
glides on the floor, as shown at right.
2. Attach the A-frame to the base legs: Slide the A-frame legs down over
the upright posts projecting upward from the base legs. Slide the locking
pins through both base legs and A-frame legs. Slide loops over ends of
locking pins.
3. Install clamps on A-frame as shown at right; use the thumbscrews on
both sides of the clamps to tighten them. Ensure that clamps are secure
on A-frame.
4. Install trapeze post in both clamp center tubes; adjust trapeze to desired
height, ensuring that it passes completely through both center clamps.
Use the wing nuts on clamp center tubes to tighten clamps. Ensure that
trapeze post is secure in clamps.
Trapeze-Bed Headboard Assembly - Refer to Picture at Lower Right
WARNING: Perform this assembly while bed is unoccupied. At-
tach trapeze and clamps to metal-frame headboard ONLY.
1. Slide upper clamp onto bottom of trapeze post so that it is oriented as shown at right.
2. Slide lower clamp onto bottom of trapeze post so that it is oriented as shown at right.
3. Assemble both clamps onto bed headboard as shown; use the thumbscrews on both
sides of the clamps to tighten them. Ensure that clamps are secure on headboard.
4. Adjust trapeze to desired height, ensuring that it passes completely through both
center clamps. Use the wing nuts on clamp center tubes to tighten clamps. Ensure that
trapeze post is secure in clamps.
TRAPEZE OPERATION
WARNING: Before use, ensure that trapeze is correctly and securely as-
sembled, and that all clamps are tight.
WARNING: The trapeze is intended to be used ONLY as an assistive
device—that is, to enable patients to more easily and safely
reposition themselves. It is not intended to bear entire body weight.
WARNING: When using trapeze assembled to bed headboard, ensure that bed casters are locked
during trapeze use, to prevent unintended bed movement.
WARRANTY
GF Health Products, Inc. warrants the Lumex 2800A/2800GA Trapeze for a period of three years for defects in
workmanship and materials. During the warranty period, defective items will be repaired or replaced at GF Health
Products, Inc.'s option at no charge.
© 2007 GF Health Products, Inc.
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