- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 20.6 lb
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Learn more:
- MFR: Graham-Field Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: GF6590BH-1
- Phone: (770) 368-4700
Frequently asked questions
Do these bed rails significantly reduce entrapment risk?
Yes, these Graham-Field Liberty Half Bed Rails are specifically engineered to significantly reduce entrapment risk by adhering to stringent safety standards.
Key safety features designed for enhanced patient protection include:
- Entrapment Reduction Design: The rails comply with the FDA Hospital Bed System Dimensional Guidance and HSW Dimensional Test Methods (Zones 1-4). The design incorporates closer spacing between crossbars to further mitigate entrapment risks.
- No-Gap Coverage: The non-telescoping tube overlap construction provides 31.5 inches of full head coverage, ensuring that dangerous gaps between the rail ends and the headboard are eliminated, even during bed articulation.
- Secure Locking: Operational safety is reinforced by spring-loaded, self-adjusting crossbraces equipped with safety tabs that prevent accidental disengagement upon impact or pressure.
- Sturdy Support: Made from heavy-duty steel, the rail provides a sturdy, reliable support that can also be used as a secondary handle.
Are these bed rails compatible with all types of beds?
These bed rails are specifically designed for use with Patriot™ and WhisperLite™ II full-electric beds. While optimized for these models, it’s crucial to check compatibility with your specific bed model to ensure proper fit and functionality.
Do these sturdy rails meet high safety standards?
Yes, these Graham-Field Liberty Half No Gap Hi bed rails are constructed from heavy-duty steel and rigorously designed to meet the highest safety and entrapment prevention standards.
They comply with key medical safety guidelines:
- FDA Hospital Bed System Dimensional Guidance: Followed to minimize the overall risk of patient entrapment.
- HSWI Dimensional Test Methods: Meets testing standards for Bed System Zones 1-4, addressing critical safety areas.
- HCPCS E0305: Designed to meet the requirements of this Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System code.
A crucial safety feature is the No-Gap Design. The rail extends to 31.5 inches, utilizing a non-telescoping overlap that effectively closes the open areas typically created during full bed articulation, significantly enhancing patient protection.
What is included with these bed rails?
The purchase provides the Liberty Half No Gap Hi Bed Rail component, which is designed for installation on one side of a compatible full-electric bed (such as the Patriot™ or WhisperLite™ II).
Key features and components of this heavy-duty rail include:
- Construction: Heavy-duty steel with a durable, environmentally-friendly powder-coated hammertone finish, which also provides a secure gripping surface. Each individual rail weighs approximately 6.7 lb.
- Dimensions & Coverage: Provides 31.5 inches of comprehensive head coverage when fully extended, and stands 17 inches high.
- Advanced Safety Design: Features a non-telescoping tube overlap and reduced spacing between crossbars to create a sturdy, no-gap closure during full bed articulation, helping to minimize entrapment risk (compliant with FDA Dimensional Guidance for Zones 1-4).
- Tool-Free Mounting System: Includes the necessary integrated components for simple, tool-free installation into the fixed, patent-pending rail slots on the bed deck, which prevents sliding and ensures proper placement.
- Safety Mechanism: Incorporates spring-loaded, self-adjusting crossbraces with safety tabs to prevent accidental disengagement under pressure.
Note: While this unit is a single component typically installed on one side of the bed, two rails are generally required for complete safety coverage. This head rail can also be combined with the separate GF6580B-1 foot rail to create a complete split rail system.
Does rail installation require tools?
No, installation of the Liberty Half No-Gap Hi Bed Rail is completely tool-free.
These rails are designed for secure and easy setup:
- They mount directly into the fixed, patent-pending rail slots found on compatible Patriot™ and WhisperLite™ II full-electric bed decks.
- This proprietary mounting system ensures proper placement, prevents movement or sliding, and eliminates the need for complicated assembly.
Do the bed rails have a durable finish?
Yes, the bed rails feature a powder-coated hammertone finish. This durable finish is applied to heavy-duty steel construction, ensuring longevity and a secure gripping surface.
How does the "no-gap" design improve safety?
These bed rails feature a Half No-Gap Head Rail design, providing 31.5 inches of full head coverage. This design extends to eliminate the gap between the headboard and the end of the rail, which helps reduce the risk of entrapment.
What quality materials are used for the sturdy bed rails?
These bed rails are constructed from heavy-duty steel to ensure maximum durability and stability. The steel features a secure, environmentally-friendly, and long-lasting hammertone powder-coated finish.
Their robust design incorporates a non-telescoping tube overlap construction, creating an exceptionally sturdy system that can also function reliably as a secondary handle for patient support and handling.
What are the dimensions and weight of this bed rail?
The Liberty Half No-Gap Hi Bed Rail is lightweight yet substantial, constructed from heavy-duty steel.Here are the key dimensions and weight specifications:* Overall Height: 17 inches* Full Extension Coverage: 31.5 inches (at the head of the bed)* Product Weight (Per Rail): 6.7 lb
Can this bed rail function as a secondary handle?
Yes, the Graham-Field Liberty Half No-Gap Hi Bed Rail is specifically designed to be robust enough to serve as a secondary handle and support.
This functionality is ensured by two key features:
- Sturdy Construction: It utilizes a non-telescoping tube overlap, which creates an exceptionally sturdy rail.
- Secure Finish: The heavy-duty steel construction is finished with a durable, environmentally-friendly hammertone coating, providing a secure gripping surface for users.