Hitching and accessories for tugs, bed movers and linen movers

Hitches for Gzunda bed movers and linen movers

The Gzunda GZ10SL and Gzunda GZS bed movers have been designed to be adaptable to many different types of beds. It is however, necessary to configure some basic elements to ensure absolute compatibility. Please choose from the steps to configure your Gzunda bed mover.

To find out whether your healthcare bed or stretcher is compatible with the Gzunda bed mover, please download our compatibility chart.

Hitch Type	Specification
Gripper hitch kit with hitch bar Order code: EDHTGRIPPER001	Suits 20-40 mm bed frame. This hitch is fully automatic and can only be used with beds with an exposed bed frame to securely “grip” to. The gripper hitch is available in a variety of sizes. Can be used on both GZ10SL and GZS models. (780 mm length)
Flex hitch kit with hitch bar Order code: EDHTFLEX001	The flex hitch provides the maximum compatibility between most hospital beds and the Gzunda bed mover. Can be used on both GZ10SL and GZS models. (780 mm length)
Ratchet hitch Order code: EDHTRATCH001	The ratchet hitch securely fastens onto any shaped frame. (780 mm length)
Clamping hitch Order code: EDHT1118	Clamping hitch kit.
Groove hitch for gzunda linen mover Order code: EDHTGROOVE001	Groove hitch kit with hitch bar. (780 mm length)

Bed mover tine height

Type	Specification
GZ10SL tine	Standard height: 100 mm. Optional height: 85 mm using lowest wheel position. Don't have clearance under the bed? See our GZS model for Floorline beds.

Type

Specification

GZ10SL
tine

Standard height: 100 mm.

Optional height: 85 mm using lowest wheel position.

Don't have clearance under the bed?
See our GZS model for Floorline beds.

Bed mover accessories

Description	Part Code (Factory-fitted)
Battery upgrade	BA1175F
Oxy bottle holder	GM1918F
Retrofittable hitch kits to suit the common hitch bars above (to enable multiple hitch styles on your bed mover):
Gripper hitch unit kit	EDHTGRIPP001-001
Flex hitch unit kit	EDHTFLEX001-001
Ratchet hitch unit kit	EDHTRATCH001-001
Groove hitch unit kit	EDHTGROOV001-001

Hitches for powered tugs

Hitching to loads is a critical part of operating an Electrodrive powered tug. Below are the standard hitches available for the Electrodrive powered tug range. If you don't find one that suits your equipment, we can make one that does.

Download the tug hitch information sheet.

Hitch Type	Suitability	Typical Application
Pin hitch Order code: EDHT1316	Tug Compact	Trolley drawbar
Auto-latching hitch Order code: EDHT1810-024	Tug Evo	Most common trolley hitch Existing tug applications
Clamping hitch Order code: EDHT1118	Tug Compact Tug Evo	Roll cages Linen trolleys Rented trolleys
Lock-tow hitch Order code: EDHT1300	Tug Evo	Trailers Caravans Boat trailers

Powered tug accessories and options

Description	Suitability	Part Code
Amber strobe 24V	Tug range	EL1000F
Audible beeper	Tug range	EL1080F
Ballast upgrade (per 12 kg)	Tug range	GM1910
Battery upgrade for extended run time	Tug Evo	BA1020F
Non-marking grey tyre upgrade (size: 410/350-6)	Tug range	WH1400F
Puncture proof tyres (poly-filled, size: 410 x 350-6)	Tug range	WH1410F
Puncture-proof tyres (poly-filled, size: 13/5 x 6)	Tug Evo 3.5 tonne	WH1290F
Quick-change batteries 2 x 34aH lift out (includes cable set)	Tug range	BA1050F
Quick-change batteries 2 x 45aH lift out (includes cable set)	Tug Evo	BA1060F
Spare key	Tug range	EL2710
Throttle lever guard	Tug range	GM2171F
Weather-proofing (IPX2) includes tiller component upgrade and splashguard fitted	Tug range	EL3970
Weather/dust-proofing (IP54) Includes electrical enclosure and tiller components upgrade	Tug range	EL3971

Hitches for towing 660 and 1100 litre bins

Our hitching brackets fit underneath 660 litre or 1100 litre bins (with the castors fitted underneath) to maximise strength and enable towing of multiple bins at once.

The hitching brackets are suitable for ramps up to 14 degrees. The tow pins are secured by R-pins.

Order code	Hitch type	Description
UNIBH6611F	Front hitching bracket for 660 and 1100 litre bins	Fits onto the front of the bin to allow it to be towed.
UNIBH6611R	Rear hitching bracket for 660 and 1100 litre bins	Fits onto the rear of the bin and allows another bin to be towed and follow the chain.

Accessories for towing 660L and 1100L bins

Directional lock tabs for steering

Warning: Never tow with four swivel castors.

Towing bins with four swivel castors will cause problems with trailing and 'fishtailing'–cutting corners, rather than following the unit.

For safety purposes, directional lock tabs are fitted to your bin's existing rear swivel castors to enable controlled steering and towing in a straight line.

Order code	Features
SPLMDLSULO	For use on Sulo bin castors. Improves steering and manouverability. Enables towing of bins in a straight line. Fitted between castor plate and base of bin for reliability and safety.