Drive Medical Competitor II Semi-Electric Hospital Bed
Drive Medical Competitor II Semi-Electric Hospital Bed
Motorized Head and Foot Articulation, No-Sag Steel Slat Deck Platform, Manual Height Flex Leg Settings, and Integrated 9V Failure Lowering Backup
The Drive Medical Competitor II Semi-Electric Hospital Bed delivers an exceptionally stable, clinically advanced positioning platform designed to optimize comfort and simplify homecare delivery. Standard medical beds frequently present difficult challenges for residential spaces, placing physical burdens on family caregivers due to dense configurations and rigid, heavy shipping dimensions. The Competitor II resolves these traditional operational bottlenecks with a unique "Single Box" split-frame layout, packing the complete support framework and quiet motor system into one compact carton for simple transport through doorways and efficient, tool-free setup.
Engineered for versatile patient support, the foundation swaps out outdated, hard-to-clean link springs for a modern, heavy-duty steel slat deck that establishes a flat, sag-free sleep surface. The self-contained, ultra-quiet motorized actuator effortlessly profiles backrest and leg postures via a glow-in-the-dark handheld pendant equipped with an integrated safety lockout mechanism. Caregivers can manually adapt the deck height from an 11-inch low profile up to a 20-inch standard clinical level to suit varying transfer requirements, while an emergency 9V battery terminal safely lowers the platform during localized household power interruptions.
Key Features & Benefits
- Semi-Electric Dual Articulation: Independent, smooth motorized adjustment of the torso backrest and lower knee positions using a simple handheld wand control.
- No-Sag Heavy Steel Slat Deck: Rigid structural steel slats provide uniform body weight distribution and an easily sanitized barrier compared to old linked-spring meshes.
- Glow-in-the-Dark Hand Pendant: Fluorescent buttons maximize visibility during low-light hours, featuring a convenient frame-mounting clip and a button lockout security system.
- Tool-Free Compact Single Box Assembly: The smart split-frame design requires zero technical tools for installation, checking into residential properties in one manageable shipping container.
- Flexible Manual Height Boundaries: Legs adjust manually at the frame joints to vary the mattress deck base line anywhere from 11 inches to 20 inches from the floor surface.
- Emergency Power Failure Drop: Connects instantly to an external 9V battery block to lower the head and foot joints safely back to a horizontal state if grid electricity fails.
Equipment Specialist Insight: Semi-electric bed designs offer the perfect blend of structural safety and clinical economy. Giving patients direct hand remote control over their back and leg posture helps clear upper respiratory blockages and improves circulation. Meanwhile, fixing the overall frame elevation to a manual leg pin setting ensures the bed remains perfectly locked at the preferred height for transfers without risks of unexpected drifting during operation.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer / Master BrandDrive Medical / Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
- Model Series IdentifierCompetitor II Series (Part No: 15561)
- Sleep Surface Floor Print36 Inches Wide x 80 Inches Long (Standard Hospital Dimensions)
- Operational Drive LayoutSemi-Electric (Motorized Articulation / Manual Bed Height)
- Adjustable Clearance Range11" Minimum Low Profile Bed Deck to 20" Maximum Floor Clearance
- Mattress Platform Deck StyleHeavy-Duty Sanitable Rigid Steel Slat Deck Foundation
- Integrated Safety Backup9V Motor Terminal (Electronic Lowering Assist during Outages)
- Hand Remote SystemGlow-in-the-Dark Pendant with Integrated Lockout Dial Feature
- Assembly Requirements100% Tool-Free Component Interlocking Intersect Design
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core difference between the three SKU options listed for the Competitor II?
The standard SKU (15561) contains the core bed frame and motorized deck alone. Opting for the 15561HR variant ships with tool-free side safety half rails, helpful as assist handles during transfers. Selecting the 15561FR configuration supplies full-length safety side rails to prevent senior or high-risk patients from rolling out of bed.
How do you adjust the physical frame height from the floor on this semi-electric model?
While the head section and knee incline are raised by electric motors, the overall structural base height is set manually. Caregivers modify this by securing the frame legs at the chosen pin slot position across the 11" to 20" range during setup before placing the mattress on the deck.
What style of mattress should be paired with this steel-slat hospital bed model?
Because the bed frame folds at the pelvis and knees, it must be paired with a flexible 36" x 80" homecare mattress, such as a specialized therapeutic pressure-prevention foam core or an active alternating air-pump bladder system. Standard inner-spring coil mattresses should not be used, as their wire frame rims will seize or bend.
Warranty Data & Safety Compliance
- Main Steel Support Frame: Limited Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty
- Interlocking Structural Welds: Limited Lifetime Integrity Warranty
- Motorized Actuator & Electronics: 5-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty
- Steel Slat Deck Foundation: 5-Year Limited Structural Warranty
Disclaimer: Material thresholds, frame breakdown weights, and articulation boundary mechanics are verified directly by the manufacturer (Drive Medical, HCPCS Billing Code: E0260). EnhDme makes every effort to guarantee content precision; however, independent alignment testing is suggested prior to deployment if custom patient clinical conditions or specific facility entrapment restrictions must be met. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
