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Panacea
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AIR APL MATTRESS
Owner's Manual
Please keep and refer to this Owner's Manual.
Thank you for purchasing a Panacea
Air APL Mattress from Direct Supply Equipment &
®
Furnishings
. Please read this entire guide carefully and keep it for future reference. This
®
guide will provide you with instructions, warnings, warranty information, and other important
information about your Panacea mattress. Share this information with your housekeeping,
nursing and maintenance staff to help ensure the mattress system is cared for properly.
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- Page 1 ® guide will provide you with instructions, warnings, warranty information, and other important information about your Panacea mattress. Share this information with your housekeeping, nursing and maintenance staff to help ensure the mattress system is cared for properly. 1-800-634-7328 DirectSupply.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ........................ 3 Definitions & Symbols ....................3 Product Description ....................4 - 5 Product Specifications ....................6 Warnings ........................7 Directions for Use ....................8 - 9 Transportation & CPR ....................10 Cleaning ........................11 Preventive Maintenance ..................12 Storage ........................12 Troubleshooting Guide .....................13 Limited Warranty ......................14... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Introduction The Panacea Air APL Mattress with alternating pressure and limited low air loss is ® designed to assist in the prevention and treatment of up to Stage IV pressure ulcers for Long Term Care residents. The resident support surface fits most standard healthcare beds, and consists of 20 air cells that run laterally underneath the entire body. -
Page 4: Product Description
Air Cells: Air cells provide A-B-A-B alternating pressure therapy. These air cells inflate to height of 6”. Specific cells are designed with holes which allow the Panacea Air APL mattress to provide limited low air loss. Safety Air Base: A 2”H foam base assures the resident is safe and comfortable in the event of a power... - Page 5 CONTROL UNIT Power on/off Button: Powers the control unit on and off. Firmness Dial: Adjusts the pressure within the system. Static button: Allows for the alternating pressure functionality to be turned off. Low Pressure Alarm: Indicates loss of air pressure. Alarm Silence button: Silences the low pressure alarm.
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Page 6: Product Specifications
Fluid Resistant Tear Resistant FIRE RATINGS: CA #117 – Panacea Air APL meets California Technical Bulletin 117 requirements CA #129 – Panacea Air APL is exempt from this test TB603 – Panacea Air APL is exempt from this test 16 CFR 1633 – Panacea Air APL is exempt from this test... -
Page 7: Warnings
Warnings Read and follow all directions and warnings before using this product. • WARNINGS 1. Failure to comply with all directions and warnings may result in injury or death; use only as directed. 2. This product is not suitable for all individuals. Other devices may be required. 3. -
Page 8: Directions For Use
Directions for Use Directions for Use 1. Place the Panacea Air APL alternating pressure and low air loss mattress on the bed frame with the hoses exiting at the foot of the bed. 2. Secure the mattress to the bed deck using the black straps attached to the bottom of the mattress. - Page 9 4. Connect the end of the external manifold to the alternating pressure pump. The mattress operation will not be affected by the hose orientation. Ensure the air lines are not “kinked” or “twisted.” 5. Ensure the electrical power switch on the side of the pump is in the OFF position then plug in the power cord.
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Page 10: Transportation & Cpr
Transportation & CPR Transportation 1. Disconnect the hose from the pump and quickly place the cap over the end of the hose to prevent air loss. 2. Check the fit of the cap for leaks. 3. Verify the red CPR valve at head-end of the mattress is closed and no air is escaping. -
Page 11: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning and Disinfecting Mattress Only the outer cover requires cleaning and maintenance. Disassembly of the mattress for cleaning of internal components is not recommended. Approved products for cleaning the cover include standard hospital-approved tuberculocidal disinfectants such as quaternary ammonia, germicidal phenols, or soap and water (Lysol IC Quaternary Cleaner Disinfectant;... -
Page 12: Preventive Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance & Storage Preventive Maintenance It is important to periodically test the Panacea Air APL mattress control unit to verify the proper functionality. Lack of regular maintenance can result in poor or reduced resident support. 1. The air filter for the control unit should be checked routinely for signs of dirt or contamination. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Mattress will not inflate or if every other cell is not inflating: • Disconnect the control unit and make sure air is flowing from the open ports. This is done by disconnecting the control unit from the mattress and physically feeling the air blowing out from one port and then the other. -
Page 14: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty We offer to you, as the original purchaser, a warranty for the Panacea Air APL ® mattress. Our warranty applies for the limited warranty period stated below. If any device or device part listed below is defective in material or workmanship during the applicable limited warranty period, we will repair or replace it at our cost. -
Page 15: Customer Service
Customer Service Our promise to you is that you will have a convenient and easy ordering experience, receive a quality mattress and enjoy outrageous customer service. If you have any questions about the mattress you have purchased or would like to request warranty service, please contact: Direct Supply Equipment &... - Page 16 Distributed by Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. 6635 N Industrial Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223. © 2017 Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Direct Supply , Panacea , and all associated logos are the ® ® registered trademarks of Direct Supply, Inc., used under license.