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DELUXE ALTERNATING PRESSURE SYSTEM USER GUIDE NOVA Pump & Pad (On/Off Switch & Pressure Adjustable) Item # APP-2001...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock: • Always unplug this product immediately after using. •...
SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION General information Intended use Contraindication WHAT’S IN THE BOX Included components OPERATION General operation To deflate mattress pad Pressure set up Low pressure CLEANING Pump Mattress HANDLING AND STORAGE Storage instructions MAINTENANCE General Low pressure Changing air filters TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION America, Canada...
Ø General information The NOVA series is a high quality and affordable air mattress pad system suitable for medium and high risk pressure ulcer treatment It has been designed for prevention of bed sores It is an affordable...
NOVA WHAT’S IN THE BOX Ø Included components (1) Mattress pad (1) Air supply hose (1) Pump (1) Repair & filter kit Position pump on horizontal surface, or hang it on the frame of the foot end with the hooks Ensure the pump is stable DO...
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Connect inflation tubes to inflation nozzles on the mattress pad and pump NOTE: Ensure the tubes are not twisted or “kinked” and are completely connected to inflation nozzles. Plug the pump into a suitable electrical power source and switch on The switch indicator will light up When switched off, the indicator will turn off For the first inflation, to save inflating...
The patient may now lie on the mattress pad. NOTE: Please do not use another pump and mattress pad with different specifications from NOVA series. Also, it is dangerous to use a pump greater than 120mmHg pressure, which may cause cell-puncture.
tance between the patient’s buttock and the bed. The accept- ½ able range is approximately 25 to 40 mm (1 to 1 inches). Ø Low pressure NOTE: If the pressure level is consistently low, check for any leakage (tubes or connecting hoses). If necessary, replace any damaged tubes or hoses, or contact the dealer from whom you purchased for repair.
NOVA • Brush off or wipe down all surfaces with soap and water before wetting with any liquid disinfectant • Any obvious blood spots should be wet thoroughly with 1:9 hypochlorite solution (1 part bleach to 9 parts water) and allow to dry for at least 10 minutes Then blot with a clean, damp cloth •...
MAINTENANCE Ø General • Check main power cord and plug if there are abrasions or excessive wear • Check mattress cover for signs of wear or damage Ensure mattress cover and tubes are connected together correctly • Plug in the pump unit and check the airflow from the hose connection port The airflow should alternate between ports every half-cycle time •...
Remove dirty filter, and insert a clean filter into the filter cap Place filter cap into pump TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION NOVA pump & mattress pad is designed and manufactured to meet the most demanding environment The specifications are listed below: Ø America, Canada...
Ø Specifications Item Specification Power supply AC 120V/60Hz, 5 8W Pressure range 40mmHg - 100mmHG (± 10) Cycle time 10 min Dimension 22 4cm x 10 8cm x 10 3cm Weight 1 4 kg Due to continued development of these products, specifications may be changed without prior notice.
NOVA Problems Solutions Check to see if tubes are connected with pump, twisted, or leaking Keep tubes straight Change tubes if there is a leak Incomplete inflation Check and adjust the pressure to the firm (low pressure) position Ensure every single cell is not broken...
product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug No adapter should be used with this product Do not modify the plug provided—if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician If the product must be reconnected for use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection should be made by qualified service personnel Ø...
The warranty is void upon any sale or transfer of ownership or use by other person NOVA warrants its products are free from defects in material and workmanship under NORMAL use for...
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NOVA Medical Products 4FL1 E346315 1470 Beachey Place Carson, CA 90746 USA MADE IN CHINA...
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