OPERATION
Note
Always read the operating instructions in this manual before use.
General
This product is designed to provide pressure redistribution while maximizing comfort to patients. Please
be sure to operate this equipment as instructed to optimize its value. Please be sure to follow the
instructions corresponding to the control unit being used.
Note
Please follow instructions below for detailed operating procedure.
Digital Control Unit Operation
Turn on the power switch located on the side of the control unit. Next, press the power
Step 1
button on the front of the control panel. A beep will sound to alert that the system is on.
The control unit will automatically default to auto firm mode of therapy and begin inflating.
Step 2
The blower style pump rapidly inflates the mattress in approximately 2 minutes. If full
inflation is not reached within 3 minutes, the low-pressure information signal will illuminate.
Press the mute button to mute the information signal. The information signal LED will
continue flashing. Press the mute button again to re-enable the audible information signal.
Once fully inflated, the control unit will switch into alternate therapy mode at the default
Step 3
setting. Select desired settings from the touch panel to adjust the cycle time and pressure
level to the patients' specific requirements.
Note
Press the auto firm mode button from the touch panel to provide a firm surface that makes it easier for the
patient to transfer or reposition. The system will revert to the previously selected therapy mode after 20
minutes.
Note
During normal operation, the unit will monitor pressure. If the mattress pressure is lower than the set pressure,
the pump will automatically inflate the mattress to readjust to the set level. The alarm will beep, and its LED will
come on to alert a low-pressure condition. Press the Mute button to mute the information signal. The information
signal LED will continue flashing. Press the Mute button again to re-enable the audible information signal.
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