Stryker 5000-090-010K Mounting Motors

Stryker FIRST CARE Maternity Bed

Model 5000 & 5002 (with 5010 Style Glide–Aways)

OPERATIONS MANUAL

For Parts or Technical Assistance
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Table of Contents

Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specifications 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warning / Caution / Note Definition 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety Tips And Guidelines 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unpacking Instructions 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Set–Up Procedures 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bed Illustration 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Siderail Operation Guide 6–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pendant Operation Guide 9–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Bed Features

Using the Brake And Steer Pedals 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Manual Motor Crank 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Activating Instant CPR 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locking Out the Siderail Controls 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removing the Head Board 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Labor Grips 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting Seat Depth 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nurse Call Battery 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating the Glideaway Foot Section 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating the Single–Step Foot Section 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lumbar and Perineal Pillows 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Patient Positioning

Birthing Bed Positioning 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Birthing Chair Positioning With Labor Bar 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Delivery Table Positioning 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trendelenburg Positioning 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pelvic Tilt 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using Accessories

Using Leg Supports 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Labor Bar 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Arm Board 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the CPR Board 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Permanently Attached I.V. Pole 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preventative Maintenance Checklist 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Limited Warranty

Obtaining Parts and Service 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Supplemental Warranty Coverage 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Return Authorization 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freight Damage Claims 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction

INTRODUCTION

This manual is designed to assist you with the operation of the Stryker FIRSTCARE Maternity Bed. Read
it thoroughly before using the equipment or beginning any maintenance on it.

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum Weight Capacity 500 pounds (227 kilograms)
Bed Length/Width 91” x 40” (with siderails up) – 35” (with siderails down)

231 cm x 102 cm (with siderails up) – 89 cm (with siderails down)
Bed Height (to top of seat litter) 17” (Low) – 35” (High) 44 cm (Low) – 90 cm (High)
Mattress Size 84.5” long x 33” wide x 5” thick 215 cm long x 84 cm wide x 13 cm thick
Critical Angles Maximum Elevation – Head 70; Seat 8; Trendelenburg 8
Electrical Standard 4 motor function: Head–Bed–Foot–Trendelenburg

6 function patient comfort

120 VAC, 60 Hz, 6 Amp – 105 to 135 VAC operating range.

Optional: 230 VY, 50/60 Hz, 6 A – 220 to 240 VAC operating range

Current leakage less than 100 microamperes.

Hospital grade plug and 3–wire heavy duty cord.

Compatible with non–flammable anesthetic agents and oxygen by nasal

catheter or mask.
Caster Size 6” Standard; 8” Optional

WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE DEFINITION

The words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.

WARNING

The personal safety of the patient or user may be involved. Disregarding this information could result in injury
to the patient or user.

CAUTION

These instructions point out special procedures or precautions that must be followed to avoid damaging the
equipment.

NOTE

This provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.

To assure its proper use and the safety of patients and staff, the Stryker FIRST CARE has been marked with
the following caution and warning labels:

DANGER Explosion Hazard – do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
CAUTION This unit is equipped with a hospital grade attachment plug. Grounding reliability can be

achieved only when equipment is connected to equivalent receptacle.
CAUTION Electrical shock hazard. Do not remove cover panels. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
CAUTION Disconnect power cord before using the back up hand crank. Remove hand crank from back

up outlet before connecting power cord.

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Introduction

SAFETY TIPS AND GUIDELINES

Before operating the Stryker FIRSTCARE Maternity Bed, it is important to read and understand all information
in this manual. Carefully read and strictly follow the safety guidelines listed on this page.
It is important that all users have been trained and educated on the inherent hazards associated with the
usage of electric beds.

WARNING

 The Stryker FIRSTCARE is equipped with a hospital grade plug for protection against shock hazard. It

must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three–prong receptacle. Grounding reliability can be
achieved only when a hospital grade receptacle is used.

 Powered bed mechanisms can cause serious injury. Operate bed only when all persons are clear of the

mechanisms.

 To help reduce the number and severity of falls by patients, always leave the bed in the lowest position

when the patient is unattended.

 Leave the siderails fully up and locked when the patient is unattended. When raising the siderails, listen

for the ”click” that indicates the siderail has locked into the up position. Pull firmly on the siderail to ensure
it is locked into position. Siderails are not intended to be a patient restraint device. It is the responsibility
of the attending medical personnel to determine the degree of restraint necessary to ensure a patient will
remain safely in bed.

 Always keep the caster brakes applied when a patient is on the bed (except during transport). Serious

injury could result if the bed moves while a patient is getting in or out of bed. After the brake pedal is
applied, push on the bed to ensure the brakes are locked. When moving the bed, toggle the steer pedal
to put the bed in the steer mode. This locks the swivel motion of the right foot end caster and makes the
bed easier to move.

 The instant CPR release is for emergency use only. When activating the instant CPR, all persons and

equipment must be removed from the area below and around the Fowler section of the bed or serious
personal injury or damage to the equipment could occur.

 When large spills occur in the area of the circuit boards, 110 volt cables and motors, immediately unplug

the bed power cord from the wall socket. Remove the patient from the bed and clean up the fluid. Have
maintenance completely check the bed. Fluids can have an affect on operational capabilities of any elec­trical product. DO NOT put the bed back into service until it is completely dry and has been thoroughly
tested for safe operation.

 Do not steam clean or hose off the bed. Do not immerse any part of the bed. The internal electric parts

may be damaged by exposure to water. Hand wash all surfaces of the bed with warm water and mild
detergent. Dry thoroughly. Inspect the mattress cover after each use. Discontinue use if any cracks or
rips are found in the cover which may allow fluids to enter the mattress. Expose to fluids may cause injury
to patient and/or user.

 Preventative maintenance should be performed biannually to ensure all bed features are functioning as

designed. Close attention should be given to safety features including, but not limited to:
 Safety side latching mechanisms,
 Frayed electrical cords and components,
 All electrical controls return to off or neutral position when released,
 Caster braking system,
 No controls or cabling entangled in bed mechanisms,
 Leakage current 100 MA max.
 For additional maintenance information, refer to your maintenance manual.

 Always unplug bed during service or cleaning. When working under the bed with the bed in the high posi-

tion, always place blocks under the litter frame and set the brakes to prevent injury in case the Bed Down
switch is accidently pressed.

 Unplug the bed power cord from the wall socket before using the hand crank. Remove the hand crank

before plugging the power cord into the wall socket or personal injury could result.

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Unpacking and Initial Set–Up Procedures

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Refer to unpacking instructions attached to the bed inside the crate.

SET–UP PROCEDURES

It is important that the Stryker FIRSTCARE Maternity Bed is working properly before it is put into service.
The following list will help ensure that each part of the bed is tested.

 Plug the bed into a properly grounded, hospital grade wall receptacle.

WARNING

The FIRSTCARE is equipped with a hospital grade plug for protection against shock hazard. It must be
plugged directly into a properly grounded three–prong receptacle. Grounding reliability can be achieved only
when a hospital grade receptacle is used.

 Ensure the siderails raise and lower smoothly and lock in the up position.
 Ensure that the brakes hold when the brake pedal is engaged.
 Run through each function on the hand pendant to ensure that each function is working properly.

Beds equipped with nurse communication siderail control option only:
 Plug the interface cable into the 37 pin connector in the litter frame at the head end of the bed, and into

the ”Patient Station”, ”Head Wall”, ”Docker Station”, or equivalent (whichever applies).

 Run through each function on the siderail control panels to ensure that each function is working properly.

NOTE

To prevent a low battery condition when the bed is not plugged in, position the cord out switch at the head
end of the bed to the off position. The switch is identified by the label shown below. If the switch is not posi­tioned as shown below and the bed power cord and pendant cord are unplugged, the life of the back–up bat­tery will be significantly reduced.
If the siderail lights LED (located on the outside of both siderails) is flashing, the Nurse Call battery needs
to be replaced. The battery is located on the patient’s right side at the head end of the bed. No tools are
required to replace the battery. Unplug the bed power cord from the wall socket and replace the battery. After
replacing the battery, verify the siderail lights LED is no longer flashing and operates normally when the dif fer­ent light settings are selected.

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Bed Illustration

WARNING

Potential pinch points

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Siderail Operation Guide

OPERATING SIDERAILS

The siderails can be positioned at two heights. To raise the siderail, grasp the rail and swing it upward until
it is in the intermediate position. To raise the siderail to full height, push in the release handle and rotate the
siderail until it locks in the full up position. To lower the siderail, push the release lever while holding the top
of the rail and and swing the rail down until it retracts under the bed.

USING THE SIDERAIL CONTROL PANEL LIGHTS

The bed is equipped with lights to illuminate the head end siderail control panels and the red nurse call
switches. Four settings are available for the control panel lights. Press once to turn on the lights at low intensi­ty, again to change to high intensity, a third time to leave just the nurse call light on, and a fourth time to turn
all lights off.

INSIDE SIDERAIL FUNCTION GUIDE

1.

1. Push to raise Fowler.

2. Push to raise foot section.

3. Push to lower Fowler.

4. Push to lower foot section.

1. Push to activate Nurse Call

NOTE

Yellow LED will light when button is pressed. Red LED will light
with Nurse Station acknowledgement.

1.

2.

3.

1. Push to turn TV or radio on and to select a channel.

2. Push to increase volume.

3. Push to decrease volume.

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Siderail Operation Guide

INSIDE SIDERAIL FUNCTION GUIDE (CONTINUED)

1. Push to turn the room light on.

1.

Push again to turn off.

2.

2. Push to turn the bed overhead light on.
Push again to turn off.

1. Press for more support to the patient’s lower
back.

2. Press for less support to the patient’s lower
back.

3. Press for more support to the patient’s seat
section.

4. Press for less support to the patient’s seat
section.

5. Press to lower the volume of the television.

6. Press to raise the volume of the television.

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Siderail Operation Guide

OUTSIDE SIDERAIL FUNCTION GUIDE

1. Push to raise Fowler.

2. Push to raise foot section.

3. Push to lower Fowler.

4. Push to lower foot section.

1.

2.

3.

1.

2.

1.

1. Push to activate Nurse Call.

2. Push to lower head end of bed (Trendelenberg position).
(This function is also used for pelvic tilt).

3. Push to raise head end of bed and/or return bed to level.

1. Push to raise bed height.

2. Push to lower bed height.

1. Push to decrease seat depth.
NOTE: Fowler must be raised to a minimum of 35 before acti-

vating this feature. If the Fowler depth will not change and the
LED flashes when the button is pressed, the Fowler must be
raised to allow motion.

2.

1.

2.

2. Push to increase seat depth.

1. Push to toggle siderail lights to different settings:
A. LOW
B. HIGH
C. NURSE CALL ONLY
D. OFF

2. Push to lock out all bed motion. Push again to unlock.

(LED will light when bed motion is locked.) Optional control
pendant will not lock out.

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Full Communication & Basic Motion Pendant Operation

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Full Motion Pendant Operation Guide

10

Full Motion Pendant Operation Guide (Including

Optional Translating Fowler/Adjustable Seat Depth)

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Full Motion Pendant Operation Guide (Including

Optional Translating Fowler & Nurse Call)

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Operating Bed Features

USING THE BRAKE AND STEER PEDALS

The brake pedals are located at the center of the base frame on both sides of the bed. T o engage the brakes,
depress the pedal to the brake position. To disengage the brakes, depress the pedal to the neutral position.
The steer pedal is located at the head end of the bed. To engage the steering function, depress the pedal
to the ON position. To disengage the steering function, depress the pedal to the OFF position.

BRAKE PEDAL

STEER PEDAL

USING THE MANUAL MOTOR CRANK

If there is a loss of electrical power to the bed, there is a manual motor crank stored in clips on the head end
of the bed. Center the notch in the end of the crank on the roll pin on the bed motor assembly or the Fowler
motor assembly and crank the bed to the desired position.

WARNING

Unplug the bed power cord from the wall receptacle before using the hand crank. Remove the hand crank
from the motor before plugging in the power cord or serious personal injury or damage to the equipment could
occur.

ACTIVATING INSTANT CPR

The CPR release lever is located at the head section on both sides of the bed. To activate the CPR release,
grasp the lever and squeeze tightly. The Fowler will lower to the lowest position instantly.

WARNING

The instant CPR release is for emergency use only. When activating the instant CPR, all persons and equip­ment must be removed from the area below and around the Fowler section of the bed or serious personal
injury or damage to the equipment could occur.

LOCKING OUT THE SIDERAIL CONTROLS

The lock out feature disables the siderail bed motion controls. Lock out
buttons are located on the outside of both siderails. Lock out the bed
motion controls by depressing the button once. The bed motion lockout
LED will light. Reactivate the controls by pressing the button again.

NOTE
If the bed is equipped with an optional motion pendant, It will not be locked out.

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Operating Bed Features

REMOVING THE HEAD BOARD

To remove the head board, lift it straight up and off the bed. To replace the head board, align the holes on
the bottom of the head board with the pins on the bed and lower the head board until it completely engages
the pins.

USING THE LABOR GRIPS

To position the labor grips, grasp the handle and pull the grip out and up above the mattress until the mecha­nism locks into position. To lower the grips, pull the release lever and lower the grips to the stored position.

ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH (OPTIONAL)

To accommodate patients of different sizes, the depth of the seat can be adjusted as much as 4 inches (from
10 to 14 inches).

 If the Fowler is not elevated enough when the Translating Fowler button is pressed, the LED will flash and

the seat depth will not change. Raise the Fowler to a minimum of 35 to allow motion. When the Fowler
is lowered (either electrically or using the emergency CPR release), the bed will automatically adjust the
seat depth to 14”.

 To reduce seat depth, depress the button on the siderail or the hand pendant to move the Fowler

toward the foot end of the bed. Release the button when the desired seat depth is attained.

 To increase the seat depth, press the button to move the Fowler toward the head end of the bed.

NURSE CALL BATTERY

To prevent a low battery condition when the bed is not plugged in, position the cord out switch at the head
end of the bed to the off position. The switch is identified by the label shown below. If the switch is not posi­tioned as shown below and the bed power cord and pendant cord are unplugged, the life of the back–up bat­tery will be significantly reduced.
If the siderail lights LED (located on the outside of both siderails) is flashing, the Nurse Call battery needs
to be replaced. The battery is located on the patient’s right side at the head end of the bed. No tools are
required to replace the battery. Unplug the bed power cord from the wall socket and replace the battery. After
replacing the battery, verify the siderail lights LED is no longer flashing and operates normally when the dif fer­ent light settings are selected.

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Operating Bed Features

OPERATING THE GLIDEAWAY FOOT SECTION/ATTACHABLE CALF SUPPORTS



Rotate the foot rest into position by pulling it out and up over the foot end mattress until it clicks into place.
Ensure the foot rest is securely locked in the upright position by grasping and attempting to move it.

 After they are in position, the foot rests are adjustable six ways:

1. Abduct/Adduct (pivoting)
Pivoting in and out allows the clinician to position the patient’s feet and legs at the desired width. Pull down
on the knob below the foot mattress. Pivot the foot rest into the desired position and release the knob
to lock the foot rest into place.

2. In/Out
The in/out motion allows patients of different heights to be accommodated comfortably. Pull the lever
marked with the PULL label to increase the distance of the foot rest from the perineal edge. Release
the lever when the foot rest is in the desired position.

3. Height
The foot end high/low adjustment allows the foot end of the bed to be positioned 1” above or 5” below the
top of the seat mattress to accommodate different sized patients when the foot rest, calf supports, or labor
bar are being used.

 To store the foot rests, loosen the ball screws on the self–storing calf supports (if used). Ensure the foot

rests are pointing toward the end of the bed. Pull the lever marked “PULL” located at the bottom of the
foot rest support and the foot rest will glide under the foot mattress.

REMOVING THE FOOT SECTION MATTRESS

Before removing the foot mattress, put the foot rests into position above the foot mattress. Place the patient’s
feet in the contoured foot rests. To remove the foot mattress, pull up on the red release handle on either side
of the mattress and pull the mattress straight off the bed.

NOTE

If the foot section mattress is placed with the perineal edge toward the floor, it will stand independently.
To reinstall the foot section of the bed, set the foot mattress back on the bed and slide it straight in until it locks

into place. Pull on the mattress to ensure it is securely installed.

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Operating Bed Features

OPERATING THE SINGLE–STEP FOOT SECTION

REMOVING THE FOOT SECTION MATTRESS

 To remove the foot mattress section, grasp the handle on the front of the mattress assembly and push

the mattress forward so it disengages from the brackets.

 Slowly lift the mattress assembly away from the bed, positioning the patient’s feet in the foot pans.
 To reinstall the foot section on the bed, set the foot mattress back on the bed and slide the mattress in.

The foot mattress will lock into place. Pull on the mattress to ensure it is installed correctly.

FOOT SECTION OPERATION

C

E

A

B

D

B

A

D

1. To position the foot pan section (A), pull the lever under the pan, grasp the foot rest section (B) and rotate
outward. There are holes in the foot pan to lock the pan into various positions.

2. To position the foot rest section (B), lift upward by the front push bar and slide the foot rest along the slotted
section of the foot pan. Lower the foot rest so it engages in the desired slot on the foot pan. Once the
patient is positioned, the foot rests and pans can be adjusted for maximum access and for patient comfort.

3. To use the calf rests (C) instead of the foot pans, insert the rests into the receptacles and tighten the knobs
(D) to hold them securely in place. To position the calf rests, loosen knob (E) and rotate the support to
the desired angle. Tighten the knob to hold the rest in place.

LUMBAR AND PERINEAL PILLOWS

Use the one–touch lumbar and seat buttons on the siderail to adjust the amount of support given to the



patient’s lumbar and seat areas if the bed is equipped with this option.

 If the bed is equipped with the manual lumbar pillow, squeeze the bulb to add more support to the patient’s

lumbar section and press the release button on the bulb to decrease the amount of support.

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Patient Positioning

BIRTHING BED POSITIONING



Position the patient’s feet in the foot rests.

 Raise the foot rests to a position comfortable for the patient.
 Remove the foot section and tuck the drape into the drainage pan.
 Raise the bed to a comfortable height by pressing the “Bed–Up” control on the siderail and position the

patient’s perineum out and over the edge of the seat section.

DELIVERY TABLE POSITIONING



Slide the patient down to the perineal edge.

 Lower the foot section to its lowest position.
 Position the attached leg rests and place the patient’s legs in the rests.

TRENDELENBURG POSITIONING

Lower the Fowler by pressing the control on the siderail or by squeezing the CPR lever . Press the Trendelen­burg button on the siderail or the control pendant to lower the head end of the bed to the desired angle.

PELVIC TILT

Use the Trendelenburg button on the siderail or the control pendant to provide pelvic tilt and comfort for the
patient when the Fowler is raised.

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Using Optional Accessories

USING LEG SUPPORTS

To use full–length leg supports on the bed, insert the leg support bar into the receptacle near the labor grips
at the perineal edge.

USING THE LABOR BAR

To use the labor bar, insert it into the holes on each side of the seat mattress at the perineal edge. The labor
bar can be used by the patient to aid with various birthing positions such as squatting or kneeling.

USING THE ARM BOARD

The arm board is held in place between the mattress and the frame. The arm board is provided with a remov­able mattress. The weight of the patient retains the arm board in the desired position.

USING THE CPR BOARD

The CPR board is stored on the back of the head board and can be easily removed by pulling outward on
the top of the CPR board.

USING THE PERMANENTLY ATTACHED I.V. POLE

 The I.V. pole is permanently attached to the head end of the bed. To

use the I.V. pole, pivot it to a vertical position and push down until it
locks into the socket (A).

 To increase the height of the I.V. pole, turn the actuator (B) counter–

clockwise and pull up on the telescoping portion of the pole (C) until
it is at the desired height.

 Turn the lock actuator clockwise to lock the telescoping portion into

place.

 Rotate the I.V. hangers (D) to desired position and hang I.V. bags.

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Cleaning

GENERAL CLEANING

WARNING

Do not steam clean or hose off the bed. Do not immerse any part of the bed. The internal electric parts may
be damaged by exposure to water. Hand wash all surfaces of the bed with warm water and mild detergent.
Dry thoroughly .
Inspect the mattress cover after each use. Discontinue use if any cracks or rips are found in the cover which
may allow fluids to enter the mattress. Exposure to fluids may cause injury to patient and/or user.

In general, when used in those concentrations recommended by the manufacturer, either phenolic type or
quaternary type disinfectants can be used with Staph–Chek fabrics. Iodophor type disinfectants are not rec­ommended for use on Staph–Chek fabrics because staining may result. The following products have been
tested by the Herculite Laboratory and have been found not to have a harmful effect on Staph–Chek fabrics
WHEN USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED DILUTION.*
Clean Velcro AFTER EACH USE. Saturate Velcro with disinfectant and allow disinfectant to evaporate. (Ap­propriate disinfectant for nylon Velcro should be determined by the hospital.)

TRADE NAME

A33 Quaternary Airwick (Professional Products Division) 2 ounces/gallon
A33 (dry) Quaternary Airwick (Professional Products Division) 1/2 ounce/gallon
Beaucoup Phenolic Huntington Laboratories 1 ounce/gallon
Blue Chip Quaternary S.C. Johnson 2 ounces/gallon
Elimstaph Quaternary Walter G. Legge 1 ounce/gallon
Franklin

Phenomysan F2500
Franklin Sentinel Quaternary Purex Corporation 2 ounces/gallon
Galahad Phenolic Puritan Churchill Chemical Company 1 ounce/gallon
Hi–Tor Quaternary Huntington Laboratories 1/2 ounce/gallon
LPH Phenolic Vestal Laboratories 1/2 ounce/gallon
Matar Phenolic Huntington Laboratories 1/2 ounce/gallon
Omega Quaternary Airwick (Professional Products Division) 1/2 ounce/gallon
Quanto Quaternary Huntington Laboratories 1 ounce/gallon
Sanikleen Quaternary West Chemical Products 2 ounces/ gallon
Sanimaster II Quaternary Service Master 1 ounce/gallon
Vesphene Phenolic Vestal Laboratories 1 1/4 ounce/gallon
Wexcide Phenolic Wexford Labs 1/2 ounce/gallon

DISINFECTANT

Phenolic Purex Corporation 1 1/4 ounce/gallon

TYPE

MANUFACTURER

*MANUFACTURER’S

RECOMMENDED

DILUTION

NOTE

Quaternary Germicidal Disinfectants, used as directed, and/or Chlorine Bleach products, typically 5.25% So ­dium Hypochlorite in dilutions ranging between 1 part bleach to 100 parts water, and 2 parts bleach to 100
parts water are corrosive in nature and may cause damage to your bed if used improperly. If these types of
products are used to clean Stryker equipment, measures must be taken to insure the unit is rinsed with clean
water and thoroughly dried following cleaning. Failure to properly rinse and dry the unit will leave a corrosive
residue on the surface of the unit, possibly causing premature corrosion of critical components. Failure to
follow the above directions when using these types of cleaners may void this product’s warranty.

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Preventative Maintenance Checklist

BIANNUAL CHECKLIST

All fasteners secure
All welds intact, not cracked or broken
No bent or broken tubing or sheet metal
No debris in casters
All casters secure and swivel properly
Engage brake pedal and push on the bed to ensure all casters lock securely
Steer caster latches properly
Siderails move and latch properly
Fowler operates properly
Fowler Slide operates properly
Bed Up/Down operates properly
Foot operates properly
Trendelenburg operates properly
I.V. pole intact and operating properly
No rips or cracks in mattress cover
Lubricate where required
Replace Nurse Call 9V battery (annually)

Serial No.

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Warranty

Limited Warranty:

Stryker Medical Division warrants to the original purchaser that its products should be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year after date of delivery. Stryker’s obligation under this
warranty is expressly limited to supplying replacement parts and labor for , or replacing, at its option, any prod­uct which is, in the sole discretion of Stryker, found to be defective. Stryker warrants to the original purchaser
that the frame and welds on its beds will be free from structural defects for as long as the original purchaser
owns the bed. If requested by Stryker, products or parts for which a warranty claim is made shall be returned
prepaid to Stryker’s factory. Any improper use or any alteration or repair by others in such manner as in Stryk­er’s judgement affects the product materially and adversely shall void this warranty . No employee or repre­sentative of Stryker is authorized to change this warranty in any way.

This statement constitutes Stryker’s entire warranty with respect to the aforesaid equipment. STRYKER
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT
AS SET FORTH HEREIN. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL STRYKER BE
LIABLE HEREUNDER FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN ANY
MANNER RELATED TO SALES OR USE OF ANY SUCH EQUIPMENT.

To Obtain Parts and Service:

Stryker products are supported by a nationwide network of dedicated Stryker Field Service Representatives.
These representatives are factory trained, available locally, and carry a substantial spare parts inventory to
minimize repair time. Simply call your local representative, or call Stryker Customer Service at (800)
327–0770.

Supplemental Warranty Coverage:

Stryker has developed a comprehensive program of extended warranty options designed to keep your equip­ment operating at peak performance at the same time it eliminates unexpected costs. We recommend that
these programs be activated before the expiration of the new product warranty to eliminate the potential of
additional equipment upgrade charges. Stryker offers the following Supplemental Warranties:

Extended (Parts and Labor)

 All replacement parts (excluding mattresses and consumable items)
 Labor and travel for all scheduled and unscheduled calls
 Biannual Preventive Maintenance Inspections and repairs
 JCAHO paperwork for preventive maintenance
 Priority Emergency Service

Standard (Labor Only):

 Labor and travel for all scheduled and unscheduled calls
 Biannual Preventive Maintenance Inspections and repairs
 JCAHO paperwork for preventive maintenance
 Priority Emergency Service

Basic (Parts Only):

 All replacement parts (excluding mattresses and consumable items)
 Priority Emergency Service

Please call your local representative, or call (800) 327–0770 for further information

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Warranty

Return Authorization:

Merchandise cannot be returned without approval from the Stryker Customer Service Department. An autho­rization number will be provided which must be printed on the returned merchandise. Stryker reserves the
right to charge shipping and restocking fees on returned items.

SPECIAL, MODIFIED, OR DISCONTINUED ITEMS NOT SUBJECT TO RETURN.

Damaged Merchandise:

ICC Regulations require that claims for damaged merchandise must be made with the carrier within fifteen
(15) days of receipt of merchandise. DO NOT ACCEPT DAMAGED SHIPMENTS UNLESS SUCH DAMAGE
IS NOTED ON THE DELIVERY RECEIPT AT THE TIME OF RECEIPT. Upon prompt notification, Stryker
will file a freight claim with the appropriate carrier for damages incurred. Claim will be limited in amount to
the actual replacement cost. In the event that this information is not received by Stryker within the fifteen
(15) day period following the delivery of the merchandise, or the damage was not noted on the delivery receipt
at the time of receipt, the customer will be responsible for payment of the original invoice in full.

Claims for any short shipment must be made within thirty (30) days of invoice.

International Warranty Clause:

This warranty reflects U.S. domestic policy. Warranty outside the U.S. may vary by country. Please contact
your local Stryker representative for additonal information.

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European Representative

Stryker France Phone: [phone]
BP 50040–95946 Roissy Ch. de Gaulle Fax: [phone]
Cedex–France

6300 Sprinkle Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49001–9799 (800) 327–0770

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