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Frame
* Wooden - Choice of mattress base surface
* Aero - The interlaced removable wire frame provides for good airing and easy cleaning
* Easyclean - ABS panels that are easy to clean and very durable
* Comfort Spring System - provides an extra soft resting effect and comfortable recling with 12cm mattresses. Harder spring elements along the edge areas create an orientation zone for sitting and sleeping. The bedding area partitions are removable for cleaning

Headboard / Footboard
* Choice of three different styles in wooden veneer
* An optional low footboard allows the appearance of a normal bed with the added safety of siderails (available only with type 10 siderails)
* Each style is available in a number of wood veneer colours

Controls
* Electrically operated hand held control with five activation buttons to select a function: Headrest, Headrest and Legrest, Height Adjustment, Comfort Sitting position, Decubitus Prophylaxis Position
* Once a function is selected, two activation buttons determine the exact position ie Up or Down
* Electrically operated central locking from the hand control
* Pedal foot brakes are optional

Adjustments
* Height - electrically adjustable to four height levels
* Backrest angle - electrically adjustable
* Legrest angle - electrically adjustable
* Footrest angle (knee break) - manually adjustable ratchet system
* Central locking - electrically adjustable

Decubitus Prophylaxis Position (pressure injury prevention) - electrically operated
* This automatic position has been pre programmed into the hand control for quick access
* In this position the occupants legs are elevated and the backrest raised to a half Fowler position (30 degrees)
* This is recommended for taking pressure off the blood vessels, e.g. in conjunction with venous disorders, but can also be used for preventing bedsores
* If necessary for medical reasons, positioning for treatment of shock can be achieved from this posture by lowering the back rest

Comfort Seat Position - electrically adjustable
* This is permanently programmed in the handset
* The "double retraction" facility creates space in bed
* On moving the back rest to the upright position, the back rest is retracted by 11 cm and the leg rest by 6 cm, reducing frictional and shearing forces and lowering contact pressure in the pelvic region

Mattress
* Choice of foam mattresses in various combinations of foam

Castors
* Swivel castors

Brakes
* Available with either manually or electrically operated brakes
* Manually operated brakes can be operated in any position
* Electrically operated brakes can only be released by lowering the bed to its lowest point

Bed Rails
* Two different styles are available:
* Traditional full length double siderails (Type 09) with either a Grip Release mechanism or a Recessed Release mechanism
* Innovative siderails (Type 10) that split lengthways into two sections (side protections) so one section can remain up while the other is down. In their highest position the two sections lock together so they act as a one piece full side rail

Power Source
* Mains power

Motor
* Located beneath the base frame

Dismantling
* The bed cannot be dismantled
* The head and foot end can be removed

Considerations

In certain circumstances there is an element of risk involved in the use of a device that attaches to the side of a bed such that there is the possibility of entrapment between the device and the mattress. This includes but is not limited to a bed pole (stick), bed rail or bed rail protector. The device may increase the risk of injury or even death to the bed occupant. Entrapment of limbs or body parts may occur with parts of the bed and the device. Some bed occupants may try to climb over a bed rail to get out of bed.

A risk assessment should be undertaken in each circumstance of use. The device should not be used in circumstances where there is a gap between the vertical components and the mattress. Users most at risk include those with physical or cognitive challenges or where the intended user's alertness is affected by medication.

Regular monitoring is recommended, particularly where the user's condition is changing.

Place Of Manufacture

Wissner-Bosserhoff (Europe)

Models

* WB10-0337 Contempora with Electric Brake System
* WB10-0338 Contempora with Manual Brake System

Options

* Lifting pole with retractable handgrip
* IV pole - adjustable height
* Urine bottle holder
* Urine bag holder
* Siderail extension for siderail Type 09 - provides an additional 110mm of height to siderails.
* Upholstery (protector) for siderail Type 09 with extension
* Upholstery (protector) for siderail Type 09 (in a variety of colours)

Additional Dimensions

Mattress width 870 mm
Mattress length 2000 mm
Backrest angle (max) 70 degrees
Upper leg angle 32 degrees

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.