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- Page 1 User Manual SoftAir EXCELLENCE 250mm Alternating Mattress System...
- Page 2 Failure to do so could result in patient injury and/or damage to the product. If you have any questions, please contact your local Invacare sales office. Please refer to the back page for contact details.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ....5 INSTALLATION ..... . 6 Unpacking &... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
The power cord to the Control Unit should be positioned to avoid a trip hazard and/or damage to the cord. Careful consideration is required when routing the power cable. Invacare Ltd recommends placing the cord under the bed frame and attaching it to an electrical outlet at the... -
Page 5: Product Overview
Product Overview SoftAIR Alternating Mattress System The SoftAIR Excellence is a alternating mattress system that provides pressure application and release to patients who are vulnerable to or suffer from pressure ulcers. It is designed to replace an existing mattress and can be used on both standard and profiling bed frames. -
Page 6: Installation
Any damaged or missing parts must Invacare Ltd sales office. be reported to your local Invacare Ltd sales office immediately. Please refer to the back page for contact details. -
Page 7: System Installation
Installation System Installation Control Unit Activation The following describes the procedures for initial a. Position the Control Unit by placing the hooks over system set up. the foot board of the bed or side rails. a. Remove all covers, sheets and the mattress from the bed. -
Page 8: Operation
Operation Control Unit Panel < Power Button Pressure Arrow Buttons Turns system power on and off. Press the arrows to increase or decrease the pressure setting. Eight pressure settings are available from soft Alarm LED to hard (18mmHg to 60mmHg; 6mmHg per step). The The red light will flash and an audible alarm will sound green LEDs illuminate to indicate which of the eight to alert when the Control Unit or mattress pressure... -
Page 9: Mattress Function
Operation Mattress Function Establishing Pressure Establishing Pressure (supine/ face up position) (inclined position) Once the patient is in place, use the Pressure button When moving the patient to a more upright position, to select the best setting for effective pressure relief pressure may need to be increased (by approximately and support, based on the patients weight and comfort 20%) to provide added support and to avoid ‘bottoming... -
Page 10: Alarm Functions
Operation Alarm Function The red Alarm LED will flash and an audible alert will sound to indicate the control unit or mattress pressure has failed. The LED will remain illuminated until appropriate pressure is restored. The audible alarm can be silenced by pressing the Alarm Mute button. The system has five different alarm signals which can be identified by five different Pressure Setting illumination sequences. -
Page 11: Removal & Transport Function
Prior to restarting the system, ensure the adjust accordingly. CPR tag is replaced and both sealing Invacare recommend that the alternating mode is connectors are firmly attached. Replace the resumed once transportation is complete. rapid release handle and firmly connect to the Regularly perform a ‘Bottoming Out’... -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section provides basic troubleshooting support for the SoftAIR Excellence mattress system. Alarm/ Fault Cause Solution The Control Unit may Control Unit does not 1. Check the Control Unit is connected to mains power outlet not be attached to a with the correct voltage. - Page 13 2. To check effective system performance, conduct a “Bottoming Out” test as described on page 9. If the problem is not resolved, please contact your local Invacare Ltd sales office.
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Page 14: Cleaning
Maintenance & Cleaning Infection Control and routine cleaning must be carried 1. Apply an intermediate level disinfectant (or a out in accordance with your local Infection Control solution of Sodium Hypochlorite or similar up to Policy. It is suggested that all disinfection be done with 10,000 ppm available chlorine) to the top cover a high grade disinfectant such as Sodium Hypochlorite upper surface either by spraying or by hand... -
Page 15: Maintenance
It is recommended that the air filter be similar) and dry thoroughly before use. replaced annually. Replacement air filters are available from your local Invacare Ltd sales office. Fuse Replacement 1. Switch off the power supply to the Control Unit. -
Page 16: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications SoftAIR Excellence Cycle Control Purpose designed distributor valve supplying operating air to the inflatable cells Cycle Time 12 minutes Supply Voltage 220V, 50Hz 0.2A for Control Unit IP Rating IP41 Fuse Rating 1AMP (x1) Battery Source VARTA, V80H, 1.2Vdc, 70mAh... -
Page 17: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Product life Cycle Invacare Ltd warrants each of its products to perform The product life cycle quoted can be exceeded if the in accordance with established specifications for product is maintained as per Invacare maintenance the following time periods, starting from the date the and cleaning guildlines, The life cycle can also be product is shipped from Invacare Ltd. - Page 18 Invacare UK Ltd. Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5AQ, UK Tel: +44 1656 776200 Fax: +44 1656 776201 Technical Services Tel: +44 1656 776333 Fax: +44 1656 776330 Invacare Denmark Invacare EC-Høng A/S Østergade 3, DK-4270 Høng, Denmark Tel: +45 58 85 27 22 Fax: +45 58 85 43 86...
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