VersaCare® Bed User Manual (161956 REV 2) 57
The VersaCare® Bed is intended to be used to transport
patients with the foot end of the system forward. Prior to
transport, properly stow the power cord to prevent
tripping. Take care to prevent damage to the AC power
cord. An electrical shock hazard exists. Use only the
headboard, transport handles (if installed) or the
footboard to move the bed.
Make sure the patient, equipment, and all lines are
securely placed within the perimeter of the bed for intra-
hospital transport. The VersaCare® Bed is not intended to be used to transport a patient in
the Chair or Boost® positions.
Fully extended IV poles could impact doorways or ceiling fixtures. Lower the poles prior
to patient transport.
After transport make sure that the Nurse Call system cables are properly connected.
Transport Position and Stability
During transport, use caution so the bed does not tip or overbalance. Failure to do
so may cause injury or equipment damage.
We recommend that you do not transport a patient when the bed is in the Chair or Boost®
positions. And, use caution if you transport a patient when the bed is in the Trendelenburg
or Reverse Trendelenburg positions.
Generally, as the load increases, the risk of instability goes up.
Lower the foot section and head section to increase stability.
Lower the bed height to increase stability.
Use and position of accessories may affect stability. Do not overextend IV poles or similar
accessories and do not overload accessories. If multiple accessories are in use, distribute
them evenly from side to side or head to foot.
For inclines or thresholds, approach them as you move forward or backwards, rather than
sideways.
To help prevent overbalance or collision with hidden objects or people, do not make sharp
corners and do not turn the bed at high speeds.
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