The technician noticed that the cable was not positioned according to the instruction for use.The cable management flaps were not used.According to the auto logic instruction for use (b)(4), arjo recommends to ¿make sure that the mains power cable (.) are clear of moving bed mechanisms or other possible entrapment areas.Where cable management flaps are provided along the sides of the mattress, these should be used to cover the mains power cable.¿ sum up, the power cord was damaged by the bed¿s side rails, most likely because the cable management flaps were not used the power cord was found to be damaged and from that perspective, the device did not meet performance specifications.The device played a role during this event as it was used by the patient.No injury or other medical consequences were reported.The complaint was assessed as reportable due to the burning marks on the damaged power cord.
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