Contents Section Content Page Number The Purpose of this Manual Important Safeguards Product Description Intended Use General Safety Quick Start Guide: Arrival of Product Preparation of Area Installation Guide Initial Set Up Hand Set / System Control Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cleaning &...
This operation manual is mainly focused on the set-up, cleaning and routine maintenance of the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS). We recommend that you keep this manual to hand to answer any questions that may arise that are related to the system.
The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) is an alternating air replacement system designed to prevent and treat pressure ulcers. The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) works on the principle of actively encouraging tissue blood flow by gently increasing and decreasing pressure within the support surface over a 10-minute cycle.
Air-Alternating mattress, pump and manual Preparation of Area 1. Place the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) directly on top of the bed frame and ensure that the CPR is at the head of the bed. Secure the mattress using the straps at the base.
Initial Set Up The UTS mattress defines a new product category within the pressure care mattress range spectrum. A step up from traditional hybrid system. Allows the user to adopt and customize the system to suit a wider range of care requirements.
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5. Installation Guide When the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) is turned on, the pump will start to inflate the mattress for around 30 minutes in alternating mode. During this inflation period the ‘AF’ (Auto Firm) will be displayed on LED window to indicate the mattress is not ready to use.
(AL) and Static (ST), Therapy Modes by repeatedly pressing “Mode” button – the pump is set to alternating mode by default with “AL” display on LED window. UTS is programmed to default back to alternating mode after 30 AUTO - minutes of usage.
Universal Therapy System (UTS). the pump. If problem is still not resolved, please contact your Steiss™ sales representative for advice. CAUTION: Please ensure the Air Blower is used with stable power supply or in connection with UPS.
8. Cleaning & Disinfection Protocol It is very important to have a strict cross infection, cleaning and disinfection policy in line with current Hospital/Nursing Home infection control guidelines. Remove the bedding. If necessary, inflate the mattress. Ensure that the power unit is off. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
9. Specification Model name: Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) 200 x 90 x 18 cm Size in CM (L x W x H): Weight of system: 15kg Cycle time (min): 10 min Max user weight: 175kg Minimum user weight: 30kg...
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment (for home healthcare) in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Steiss™...
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10. EMC - Related Notification Manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment (for home healthcare and professional healthcare) specified below. The customer or the user of the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
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10. EMC - Related Notification Manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity Test specifications for ENCLOSURE PORT IMMUNITY to RF wireless communications equipment. The M31 Handset (HS-BE), M31 Handset (HS-NBE) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment (for home healthcare) specified below. The customer or the user of the M31 Handset (HS-BE), M31 Handset (HS-NBE) should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment (for home healthcare) specified below. The customer or the user of the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) should assure that is used in such and environment.
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Manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) should assure that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnectic...
5. Starting at the foot end (motor body end) of the mattress, roll the unit up and use the base mount straps to secure it. 6. Place the Mattress in the Steiss™ Carry bag or Suitable large plastic bag for storage.
Interference 14. Expected Service Life The Steiss™ Universal Therapy System (UTS) pump has an expected minimum service life of two years. To maintain the condition of the pump, do ensure that the pump is serviced according to the schedule recommended by Steiss™.
17. Service RECORD PRODUCT DETAILS Serial Number Model Number Ward or Care Establishment Deployment date / first opening date SERVICE EQUIPMENT Flow gauge Manometer Details of mattress and pump audit proceedure SERVICE GUIDELINES General Condition - check these areas: Details: PU cover, cover welds, screen print and base substrate Look for signs of damage Mains lead...
18. Service Notes NOTE: This is only a physical check of the mattress / pump system and by no way meant to replace anything that is recommended by the MHRA EPUAP or similar professional body. We recommend you check your relevant Healthcare Body website for any further information that may need to be incorporated into your checks.
19. Service Log First service due: First service due: Steiss™ Authorised Service Centre: Steiss™ Authorised Service Centre: All applicable service actions checked: All applicable service actions checked: Open service actions completed: Open service actions completed: Date: Date: Genuine Steiss** parts used:...
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