4.10 Foot Hilow Column (A Model Beds)
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures
Page 4 - 34 CareAssist® and CareAssist® ES Bed Service Manual (MAN330 REV 4)
4.10 Foot Hilow Column (A Model Beds)
Tools required: 13 mm socket
Ratchet
Extension
(2) Jack stands
Vise-Grips®
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Removal
1. Set the brakes.
2. Remove the footboard.
3. Raise the head section to the full up position.
4. Remove the seat section of the sleep deck.
5. Remove the thigh section of the sleep deck.
Do not work under an unsupported load. Install applicable temporary
supports. Failure to do so could cause personal injury or equipment
damage.
6. Place the jack stands under the articulating frame.
7. Lower the articulating frame onto the jack stands.
Unplug the bed from its power source. Failure to do so could cause
personal injury or equipment damage.
8. Unplug the bed from its power source. Let the bed sit for 60 seconds for the
battery to time out.
9. Remove the power supply cover.
10. Disconnect the head hilow column cable from the power supply P.C. board.
11. Install the Vise-Grips® into the head hilow channel (see figure 4-18 on
page 4-35).
1. Vise-Grip® is a registered trademark of American Tool Companies, Inc.