How To | Multicare X - I-Drive Power
Learn how to use the Multicare X I-Drive Power to stay safe when transporting patients in bed.
The Multicare X I-Drive Power is an option that helps facilitate patient transport.
Set an appropriate height for the bed prior to using I-Drive. Make sure when hands are placed on the bed that arms are at a 90-degree angle to ensure comfort and avoid strain.
To operate I-Drive Power:
- Unplug the bed.
- Switch the brakes to the go position.
- Activate the drive system by pressing the “ON” button.
- Ensure a hand is on the I-Drive Power Handle, with the palm in full contact with the activation area.
- Respective control buttons operate the drive system, go forward, reverse, fast forward, and stop as needed.
- Note: The palm of your hand MUST be in full contact with the activation area for I-Drive Power to operate.
- Stop the bed with the “STOP ” button, or remove the hand in contact with the activation area.
- Retract the fifth wheel by pressing the “OFF” button.
- Set the brakes and plug in the power cable.
The I-Drive Power handle can be on the headboard, or on the IV and drive pole. IV and drive pole can also be used as a transportation handle for the bed when the headboard is not available.
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